Residents of Mallorca protest against tourism impact, citing rising rents, local displacement, and shift in focus by law enforcement.

Residents of Mallorca are expressing increasing frustration with the negative effects of tourism, including skyrocketing rents and the transformation of homes into tourist accommodations. Locals report feeling displaced and overwhelmed by overcrowding, with some law enforcement officers noting a shift in focus towards tourists' problems instead of local needs. The situation has sparked anti-tourism protests, drawing comparisons to similar issues faced in Hawaii.

September 11, 2024
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