Protests have erupted in major European holiday destinations, including Tenerife and Majorca, as a wave of demonstrations against UK tourists continues to gain momentum. In response to the growing unrest, many UK holidaymakers are choosing to cancel their planned trips, with some expressing relief at avoiding the contentious destinations.
Activist groups, particularly the Canary Islands-based Canarias tiene un límite (The Canaries Have a Limit), have vowed to take their protest further. “From now on, we will take our fight to the very spaces where their predatory model is perpetuated,” the group declared in a statement.
The group’s protests have escalated in recent weeks, with actions targeting public events, confrontations with political leaders, and occupations of symbolic tourist spaces. “The Canary Islands can no longer be a postcard backdrop for the enjoyment of a privileged few,” the group said, calling for substantial changes in tourism practices.
In response to these developments, several UK tourists have expressed their support for the boycott, saying they are “happy” not to visit these destinations at this time.
Local activists insist that the protests are not just about opposition to tourism, but rather about broader issues of economic disparity and local community concerns. “This cry, which reflects the feelings of a people tired of being ignored and mistreated, will be the beginning of a new stage of struggle,” Canarias tiene un límite warned. “This will be a firmer, more direct, and more uncomfortable challenge for those who refuse to listen.”
The situation in Majorca, Menorca, and Ibiza remains tense as officials warn travelers to reconsider their holiday plans amid the ongoing protests.
Tourism, which is vital to the local economy in these regions, is facing an uncertain future as both residents and tourists grapple with the evolving situation.
For more updates, visit our dedicated coverage on the tourism crisis in Spain’s Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands.
