The Balearic Islands have introduced new legislation that will see tourists face huge fines if they are caught drinking in the street or on party boats in certain areas
Spanish islands Ibiza and Majorca have introduced two stringent new rules aimed at curbing the excesses of party-loving tourists, with potential fines that could hit holidaymakers hard in the wallet. The islands are ramping up their efforts to clamp down on street drinking and raucous party boats, with offenders facing hefty penalties.
According to the Majorca Daily Bulletin, boat captains are also barred from picking up or dropping off passengers within these zones. This builds on previous restrictions that prevented party boats from promoting their services in these localities. Palma's mayor Jaime Martinez told Sky News that one of the primary goals is to "correct uncivil attitudes".
In a recent display of discontent, approximately 50,000 locals participated in protests last month against the influx of visitors to the island. The Canary Islands have established tourism limits.
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