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Balearic Islands Propose New Tourist Cap to Address Overtourism and Protect Environment and Local Communities in Spain
Balearic Islands Propose New Tourist Cap to Address Overtourism and Protect Environment and Local Communities in Spain In a move to combat the growing issue of overtourism, the Balearic Islands, including Majorca, Ibiza, and Menorca, are considering the introduction of a tourist cap. The proposal, which is set to be debated in the Balearic parliament on February 17, 2026, aims to limit the number of visitors to 17.8 million annually, matching the tourist count recorded in 2023. This initiative comes as the islands grapple with the strains of mass tourism, seeking...