Do Tourists Feel Welcome in Mallorca? | Mass Tourism Protests in Spain
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- In this video, just hours before the mass tourism protest taking place in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, I ask holidaymakers, "Do You Feel Welcome in Mallorca"?
This was their response.
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This issue is not just in Mallorca, it's a global issue at least within Western countries where population out demands the supply for housing.
this is not a global problem.
I’ve been going to Mallorca since 1974 my last visit was 3 weeks ago. I feel as welcome today as I did all those years ago. It’s so beautiful there and I’ve found that people are friendly on the street, in the shops, restaurants, bar’s and hotels.
Just got back from Can Pastilla and couldn't have felt more welcome. Everyone we spoke to was lovely, hotel staff were lovely and I cannot sing the praises of the staff at La Taberna any more. Fantastic place!
I don’t think they’re anti tourist, the locals, they’re annoyed that people are buying up property and making it unaffordable for locals to live and work in resorts, due to inflated property prices.
The same thing is going on in Cornwall,in the UK,albeit more low key.
@@royb2251 spot on and I've said exactly that, before. It is obvious that locals cant buy property if non Spanish people are buying up the property and forcing prices up. Happens everywhere unfortunately.
You have stated my exact thoughts. I live just outside Bath in the UK and second homes local to here have made the place unaffordable for younger people to stay.
Thought the EU was about freedom of movement? It was the Mallorcans that sold their properties to the highest bidder or who turned them into Airbnbs, so I think this is a discussion the Mallorcans have to have between themselves. Btw 40% of Cornwall's revenue comes from tourism, the sad fact is the young will have to move somewhere more affordable as they will have to on Mallorca.
Same here in the Highlands, unaffordable housing for those that need to work here. The protesters have my sympathy.
We have same problem in England everyone coming here and taking up the houses straight away when we have been on the waiting list for over 3 years .....and no they didn't need to buy a visa.
The same thing is happening in Britain like most seaside places people buying second homes and people finding it hard to live in thier own town.
I think that the damage has been done,the press has seen to that. The problem is not the visitors, but the government ,and the council's on MALLORCA. I can understand the Mallorcans
anger.The problem lies with so many unregistered properties put up for the visitors to rent these properties should be for the locals to rent.
But who rents out these houses, most are Mallorcans, because as with everything greed comes into the equation. They can get more money from the visitors,than they would get from their own people. So the council's on Mallorca need to sort out this problem Pronto.
Then maybe the few that are protesting, would have hope of getting a home to live in.
100%
Just got back from a week in palmanova
Every mallorcan we met was fantastic with us 🎉
Once I had the bad idea of going on safari to Palmanova to see the holligan fauna and I sat in a bar and they didn't have the menu in Spanish or Catalan. I asked them in Spanish and the English waiter told me in an arrogant attitude that he did not need to learn Spanish. What there are are Britons and immigrants from Latin America, Asia and Africa living poorly. We Mallorcans do not work there because it is precarious work and we do not go there so as not to get angry. You didn't see Mallorcans and you liked it.
@@jsm30458 your incorrect in you reply about me meeting Mallorcans
We’ve been going to Mallorca for the last 17 years and still meet people from back then Mallorcans by the way ,
Part of your comment is correct about British who work in some bars and restaurants
And yes some of those don’t want to learn Spanish ,
Palmanova and Magaluf does seem to be changing for the better I may add form what we’ve seen over the years
I understand your frustrations especially with the AIR bnb situation I find it ridiculous
People should just use the hotels and we would certainly never use Air BnB
Not all British are hooligans
I’m bringing back my grandchildren in august ( in a hotel)
Love and peace ✌️
@@Thomas-fr1ww If you allways go to Palmanova you'll never see a mallorcan. If you see a Mallorca ask him his name and surnames and write a comment. You've never seen a Mallorcan in Palmanova or Magaluf. People from Andalucia a long time ago possibly. Not mallorcans. Now if you see an spanish is 60 years old. He bought the house when it was possible. And he's not from the island. I
@@jsm30458 once again you’ve misinterpreted my comment ,
I said we’ve coming to Mallorca for the last 17 years not palmanova,
We come 4-5 per year and move around the island,
Palmanova / peguera/ Santa ponsa / alcudia / Cala san Vicente/ port de pollence/Cala d’Or
For some reason you seem intent on arguing with me for whatever reason ?
And from the small interaction I’ve had with you I certainly wouldn’t want to meet you in any format
Whether or not the people I’ve met whilst on holiday in Mallorca are true Mallorcans in your eyes
They’ve been incredibly polite
Unlike yourself
@@Thomas-fr1ww English places tour 😅
I wish they'd stop calling them "anti tourist demonstration's"
Miss guided information, can't wait to come over in September for a month 🎉😊
It’s called misinformation, others have been shut down and cancelled for less than this.
We was going to Cala do’r this year but have changed our mind and we are now going to Macedonia which looks a lot nicer and you are actually welcome , let the Spanish have their island , they’ll soon miss us
"Let the Spanish have their island" = well, yes, that's the point, its their island. Tourism doesn't exist to bend the knee to every entitled Brit like you.
Give Turkey a go!
Love Turkey and Greece,pea peacful there
MAcedonia is very nice this time of the year! You will Not be missed at all, all the places you go are english run so you are helping locals not going to Mallorca. Go patronize somewhere else
You will be welcome here - the protests are more aimed at the government as locals cannot find affordable places to buy or rent!!!
We can not pretend that the average person there wants tourists to visit. I can see their point of view. Having said that - it makes me less likely to visit - which is their goal any way
I went from the 6th -> 14th July. The only place that i didn't feel welcome was the local supermarket in Palmanova. They open up a second till for locals, and make you wait as long as possible (but I think this is common for most of spain regardless of protests).
The hotel I stayed at was amazing (Palmanova Beach Apartments by TRH ) so it didn't really make a dent that the supermarket wasn't the most friendly place.
All the restaurants we ate at were amazing, especially Siso Beach and Max Garden. If you are vegan, I highly recommend Max Garden.
Tills aren’t opened up for locals 😂 Just whoever is quick enough to join that queue !
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun it was the locals. my mum asked why this shop worker wasnt serving us but was serving other people who came by after us. she said it was "team only"
my aunt also lived in spain several years and said she's had the same treatment too which is why i do appreciate it's nothing to do with tourism and these protests 🙏
i love your channel ❣
I was chatting to a lady from Mallorca recently, who said she took part in the protests. She was lovely, and was clear that they're not against people visiting. However she did let on that they secretly classify us as either turista, or viajero. The former show no interest in the people or culture, the latter are much more appreciated, as they show interest in local matters, the culture, the food, local independent businesses etc.
Yeh and which group bring in the most money? Sure they don't complain when the Euro's fill their cash registers!
Why don't we ever see or hear our MSM report on this problem in Britain?..🇬🇧🏴🏴🏴
I'd guess the vocal minority probably don't work in the hospitality industry...
the 50.000 people vocal minority! XDDDDD have you ever stepped in the balearic islands and bother to talk to a local, not even the ones livving off tourism want tourism
Or work in general
🇮🇹 2023 will be remembered as the year of the Italian tourism boom: the numbers tell us that 445.3 million people visited Italy. This is a huge figure, which even exceeds pre-pandemic ones. Yet, all that glitters is not gold: the processes of "overtourism" (mass tourism) present various negative and complex aspects which often cause enormous damage to the quality of life of resident citizens. First of all, this phenomenon fuels a policy of competitiveness between cities, placing different realities in conflict with each other. It is no longer about promoting culture and local realities, but about selling a product. This evolution undermines the typical original nature of common goods, which should be preserved for society as a whole. In this context, cultural heritage loses its function of safeguarding the fundamental rights of the person, in particular those linked to culture, also compromising the interests of future generations. The accentuated commercialization of culture leads to commodification, with an increase in prices associated with growing tourist demand. As a result, there is a progressive exclusion of certain social classes, who find themselves unable to access cultural experiences due to high costs. In this scenario, culture becomes a product destined to satisfy the expectations of the tourist market, to the detriment of its authenticity and its importance as a heritage shared by the community. All this becomes further complicated if we consider the most insidious aspect hidden behind the phenomenon of overtourism: the constant residential emptying caused by the increase in living costs. Tourist destinations, in themselves, have high costs, as they act as visitor attractions. As a result, ordinary costs inevitably rise: from rents to property prices, up to basic necessities. This causes the exodus of the resident population, mainly for two reasons: the cost of rent and the transformation of homes, once intended for families and students to rent, into holiday homes and B&Bs. This situation contributes to a vicious cycle in which residents are pushed out of their communities due to rising costs and the transformation of the housing fabric, with significant effects on the social cohesion and sustainability of cities. Transforming your apartment into a holiday home is more convenient since the tax rate is 21% and the profit is tripled. In the city of Naples alone, in 2023 there would have been a 300% increase in requests to start business to open B&Bs and holiday homes. Furthermore, a study by the "Rete s.e.t" reports that in 2020 there are 7,500 rental advertisements for tourists, including B&Bs and guest houses, 70% of these are located in the historic centre. This means that, in the city of Naples alone, 5,000 apartments have been removed from the rental market, causing social and economic damage to the families who once lived in these apartments, forced to emigrate to more degraded neighborhoods, disconnected from the urban fabric and deprived of services, generating a differentiation between the rich, who can continue to live in the city, and the poor forced to abandon it. In essence, a social crisis is being generated which affects not only residents, but also away students who are no longer able to find an apartment, or in any case cannot afford one. This fact alone calls into question the excessively positive tones with which mass tourism is often praised. The issue remains stratified. Traders find themselves in difficulty as they are unable to support the influx of tourists and are forced to reinvent themselves, adapting to tourist nightlife, or they risk closing, as often happens. This involves the disappearance of shops and commercial activities, which represent the cultural fabric and historical memory of entire neighborhoods. Demonstrating that mass tourism is only good for those who can afford it, i.e. the wealthy rentier. The other worrying aspect is the total absence of public policies aimed at orienting tourism towards a sustainable dimension, capable of bringing real benefits. The dangers and effects of overtourism - in which we can also include environmental damage - are not yet transparent to most people, described through a distorted and unambiguous narrative. But if it is true that tourism can bring economic, cultural and social benefits, it is equally clear that the excessive influx of visitors can jeopardize the balance of local communities, threaten cultural heritage and create social disparities. It is imperative to adopt sustainable approaches and prudent strategies to balance the promotion of tourism with the conservation of local resources and the safeguarding of cultural identity. The tourism industry and local authorities must work together to implement policies that protect host communities, preserve the integrity of heritage and encourage responsible tourism. Only through joint commitment and prudent management will it be possible to guarantee that tourism continues to be a driver of development without irremediably compromising destinations and the well-being of the people who live there. (google translate)
Brilliant explanation. Just need to correct the tourism figure for 2023. Think the decimal point is in the wrong place. Otherwise really brilliant article. 👍🏼
It’s happening everywhere worldwide especially in popular tourist destinations. People who make money are some local with economic powers and those dominant group of foreigners are in control of economic powers worldwide resulting local people being poorer in their own home in their own countries. This is one of the results from when A greedy governments and A greedy riches are dealing businesses under the carpets. Shouting and abusing visitors isn’t going to change anything. Protesters Should Shout to their greedy governments and the greedy riches to be less greedy + to put policies in place to protect the benefits and wealths for their own local wellbeing first.
There are so many other places to holiday so that’s what we will do for now. Don’t want to cause anyone any problems or feel unwelcome.
Here in Mallorca at the moment and have felt welcome every day everyone has been so nice and felt so welcomed 😃
Wonderful !
I think you need to talk to a local because you really don't understand the problem or you don't want to understand it. We are not saying at any time that no tourists should come here, the amount of tourist that we have is just not sustainable. I don't know if you think that we all work here as waiters or we are your servants but many people in mallorca have university degrees and studies. We are demanding that the model be changed and that other jobs be generated, this model is unsustainable but our government has always been very corrupt. I don't think you know that the locals here because of the drought have water restrictions for showers, watering the fields, etc. etc. but not for tourists. In addition many people who work on the island are not even from here but are from outside just like the investors who come to get rich through our island. The foreigners buy massively houses and do not stop destroying and building on the island and that besides having to leave mallorca involves loss of traditions, culture, language, etc. Many of my friends and myself included are doctors, teachers and professors who have had to leave. So inform yourselves well of the problem with a local.
She is a local? 😂
Been living here for 19 years. Also check my video - I’ve spoken to some younger people
She have AIR BNB. Is a part of the problem. Of course she don't want to understand and is scared of the protest because she needs a licence. And she paid much more than the real value of the properties and she will loose money if she have to rent to local people. We can't pay 400 euros/night.
@@neussampol2950 That has nothing to do with the tourists , that is your useless socialist government who are actually just a globalist government failing to stop Airbnb and holiday homes.
It's pretty simple you have hotels for the tourists ban air BnB and ban non residents from buying homes in Spain.
But this is what weak left wing governments fail to do protect local people so go and blame your politicians or vote for a stronger political party than cab protect your country.
The BBC are blowing this out of proportion as usual
As usual ? Explain
The hotels aren’t the target of these protests . More the flood of houses which are now holiday houses and the house prices .
But Mallorca created this market which now is a problem?
Very timely update Alex. I've always felt very welcome in Mallorca. I can understand the issue of housing which I understand is the main issue. Best wishes, John
Spanish people are not anti tourist, they are protesting about not being able to afford to live on their own island. We tourists should be respectful and sympathetic to their situation
That’s not entirely what you can read on the signs
@@Marloez82 my comment refers to the majority of Spanish not the vocal disaffected minority. These protests have been seen most commonly in Barcelona and Palma, that’s not to say there are not other examples however it’s ridiculous to think they represent a population of 48m and a geographic land mass of 500,000 square kilometres. The media want the public to ‘feel’ unwelcome, it suits their agenda of division. If you’re not sure if I’m presenting an honest picture, please visit and experience the friendliness and warmth of Spanish people, you will see. ❤️
@@MrH1905
Yes, they're spraying water guns on the tourists.
@@abdirashiddirie3522 that’s correct, spraying water guns, not throwing eggs or acting violently etc. They are making a point but as I’ve stated previously it seems to me they are a minority that feel let down by their own government rather than a majority speaking for Spain as a whole
I have a question.... who owned the land and the houses originally.... who sold them to cash in.... oh yeah thats right..... locals... so theyve done this to themselves.... whats is a local ??, Its someone that has family ties to the area... not people from other spanish towns and cities flooding in to work because of tourism....
Protest against your local officials who have allowed this... not the visitors
Exactly. The government allows locals to sell off land on the island. There are many Mallorquin families where the parents who own properties are old and passing away and their grown children are selling them off and also selling land to the highest bidder. In other countries, this type of sale of land to foreigners is controlled, but in Mallorca, it´s all about raking in cash without a care in the world as to where that cash comes from. Families that owned large houses are selling off their parents´houses so that apartments and hotels can be built in their place. GREED is what is killing Mallorca, not tourists or foreigners.
Just came back from Cala Ferrera. No issues at all. However, with this nonsense going on and the rising cost of holidaying in Majorca, I will be going elsewhere next year. Politics and holidays don't go well together.
I went there for 2 weeks as well last with year with my parants such beautiful paradise there. I don't get same atmosphere at home to how stunning it is in spain favourite place so I like go there alot now nice hot and stunning place. Nothing happened there never had hard time there I not seen anything.. not been this year yet but I hoping to go again this year ❤
Spoke to some staff members last year about this and I'm in favour of them demonstrating it's there home, corporations are taking over everything sod the cost to locals
What a lovely backdrop Alex. When I wax there last month I was made so welcome and I had a holiday off a lifetime met some lovely people
no them putting me off 😂😂😂 no money 😂😂😂
Thank you. Viva España. Just sort out Banking issues.
Hi Alex. We were there in June in PP. we also travelled to Cala San Vicenç and a Alcudia. Saw no protests either there or at Palma airport. In fact we were made welcome everywhere we went, especially by José at Bony’s bar
Makes me and my husband even more determined to continue coming to palma Nova, we love it and always feel welcome.
Just dont believe any of the rubbish in the bbc news or the press about protests and over crowded beaches, its just not true. .
Love majorca and come several times a year and always will, its a fantastic place to visit.❤
I'm a resident here since 2013 and these past few months I've noticed a lot of hostility from the locals.
Really - I find that hard to believe. In what way?
Just got back from Palma Nova no issues at all it’s been wonderful as always 😊
Seen the video and mainstream news. Mallorca is definitely safe for tourists to holiday and enjoy themselves. Came back from Palma nova, admittedly a short while ago but would definitely go back there again.
A nice bit of propaganda…as long as you stay in a hotel..l prefer self catering so will consider my options elsewhere..like Sardinia..
Over in Santa Ponsa, locals have been great here and so helpfull
Ok. I won't go to Spain.
Good to know, thanks Alex. We’re back in Pollença next month after a few years away and really looking forward to it.
Great video thank you Alex
Of course they don’t feel unwelcome. They are in places that are built for them. The only locals they see are the ones who work for hotels, restaurants or shops for them. They don’t know anything about the local culture. In fact they don’t care. They are there just for a short time.
Some do though looking at the media
I don’t think I’ll be going back to Majorca or Spain ever again with the attitude of the Spanish people. I’ve worked in central London for decades and there are always loads of tourists, doesn’t bother me at all as they are bringing money into the city. Majorca will suffer in the long run.
What attitude? Were you there recently?
They are not against tourism, you will receive a warm welcome - it's more aimed at the government because local people cannot find affordable properties to either buy or rent - it's impossible!
@@user-ft4lu3yy5t really? So the placards that say " Brits go home ", give you a welcoming feeling?
@@ScoreGuru123 but you will not see those placards in the resorts where people are enjoying their holiday and those with those placards are not what the protests are about either - these will be a small minority
Why don’t their placards say Ban Airbnbs, Ban Digital Nomads, Ban Northern Europeans buying homes? Why do their placards write about Tourists not buying their land. Germans, Dutch and French living there with homes don’t consider themselves tourists. Digital nomads don’t classify themselves as tourists either but earn more than the local salary.
Were just back from Alcudia at Ciudad blanca hotel, we visited Palma and had a great time. No problems with anti tourism at all😁😁
Been there , got the t shirt , in fact I got quite a few cheap t shirts while I was there lol
Ban Airbnb.
Anyone will agree no tourism in spain loss thousands job places will fold
Imagine that the minimum wage in Spain is 15,000 euros per month. All Spaniards go en masse to England causing inflation that quintuples the prices of everything, we create billions of jobs and we decide to pay you the English minimum wages because they are unskilled jobs. In the end, all the young people leave and poor people from other countries are brought in who agree to live in a van. You leave and your parents don't have doctors or police because they don't want to go.
Wow what a nice view 😍 great video!
😜
Thanks for sharing
alex these protest are not going to go away seen on the news today that the protests are getting stronger
way
I’ve just put out a video about it
Much Tourists are nonstop drunk and loud... that's a great Problem! 😔
We are in our 60s and used to go every year but stopped 3 years ago as the island had become so unfriendly. It’s now a horrible place to visit and we shan’t be returning.
they were moaning in covid cause they were all skint cause no tourists
please watch my video coming out today.
Thank you Alex..xxx
Think this is being blown all out of proportion.
it certainly is! But hey, the media and RUclipsrs have content to fill / Just ignore all of them
No. And this video is false. This woman don't want to work. Have AIR BNB and is scared. I was there. 50.000 people minimum. And you don't understand why are we protesting.
Lose the tourists Mallorca becomes a ghost island. I’m sure it’s a minority with others on bandwagon. Honestly the mentality of this minority.
Flying does contribute to global emissions, which are linked to millions of deaths annually. Tourism, including air travel, is responsible for a significant portion of these emissions. Contemplating the size of one's carbon footprint can be distressing. It raises important questions about educating our children on climate change and its potential impact on their ability to have families responsibly in the future
Unlike people who brake into uk,if i'm not wanted i wont be going to Mallorca again,Greek islands next year
Just came back from Mallorca, and only have good things to say
I feel sorry for the locals.
I dont know the answer it is becoming expensive for tourest .so for locals in low paid jobs there is no hope.
Thank you 🥲
Business owners can raise salaries but they choose not to.
Do residents like tourists? No. Only a few make money from them. And it’s not fun. They act entitled.
I’m coming back in 3 weeks, see you in Palmanova🌞🌞🛫🛫😎👍🏻
Still put me off going to Spain, Spain's politicians need to sort it out. Will not be going back until resolved.
We was in Cala Bona this year)
I'm here in Mallorca. On RUclips it looks much better. Especially the beaches with "cristal clear water".
Other than this, I feel very welcome here:)
Could you please recommend such a beach today?:)
see my magaluf video
Shouting at the moment but why would any one go to a country that show so much disrespect for the very people that provides their economy sustainably
We won't be back! Don't worry.
There's a big world out there.
bloody hope so 😂😂👀👀👀mind you last holiday for me abroad 😂
Lack of real news makes small news hot and big. If the media would concentrate in real news everything wouldn´t be so hysterical. Second time in lovely Puerto de Alcudia this year and a small trip to Palma earlier today. Nothing, not one sign of parades or anything, telling us to bugger off. I´ll let you know if I see anything. Spanish friends in old twn Alcudia are welcoming all tourists and they are not in the tourist business. Please come the 25of july. end of Saint Jaime!!!
I think that it is badly behaved tourists that the locals don't like plus they dont like residential apartments taken over as holiday accommodation. Personally I stay in hotels or apart-hotels when on holiday in all parts of Spain. I also love to eat local food and embrace and respect the customs
Haven't seen video yet but it's on mainstream news about protests against tourism going on in Spain, just as school holidays. I'm sure its making a mountain out of a mole hill as usual. Holiday makers have always been welcomed in mallorca. Will watch asap. . P.s. hope you are not stirring the pot again alex 😂💛🙏
I’m bound to get into loads of trouble Glyn but I’m not having my viewers worrying and stressing about coming on holiday. Not on my watch
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun agreed Alex. Mainstream news channels dont live there. You do and know the facts. You've got to have a thick skin for this business but at least its interaction for your channel. Whatever happens, dont take anything personally. ☺️
Excellent video Alex. It’s great getting the real facts from you and not media garbage. Oh. And the view from your friends apartment was just totally amazing
You should be interviewing locals born on the island who can't afford a property ! This video proves nothing - it's not the hotels & holiday makers that's the problem - it's all the rich Europeans ( especially the germans) who have and are buying up all the properties for holiday homes & retirement and indigenous folk born and raised here have very little chance of getting affordable accommodation 😢
I'm proving that holidaymakers are feeling welcome which was the purpose of the video! Lots of awful news articles and people are worried about their holidays. I spoke to some locals at the protests and I will continue to talk to them but I can't put it all into one video.
Hi alex still beautifull take care and keep smilling
Have you got anymore Cala Dor videos coming up we fly out next Tuesday
Going there later
No local people in Cala d'Or as in Palmanova. An other colony. That's why you like to go there. You'll be happy. Not annoying locals.
Less than 1mil perm residents 14 mil tourists per year, yea. You're not speaking for the majority here locals..
Was in the centre at 2pm, all was friendly❤
Great to hear :)
That’s fine , no need to visit Mallorca or Spain at all. Plenty more welcoming and attractive places to visit where tourists are not resented
Mallorca's resident population has increased by nearly 25% in the last 20 years, a significant proportion however are floating, ie they leave after the season ends and return the next year. This is problematic for any housing authority as owners of some properties prefer and rely on the security of tourist occupancy and yearly income. Protestors blaming tourism do have a point but it is not the real issue. It is being used as a campaign slogan to pressure the authorities into ensuring temporary seasonal accommodation for floating residents.
Imagine that the minimum wage in Spain is 15,000 euros per month. All Spaniards go en masse to England causing inflation that quintuples the prices of everything, we create billions of jobs and we decide to pay you the English minimum wages because they are unskilled jobs. In the end, all the young people leave and poor people from other countries are brought in who agree to live in a van. You leave and your parents don't have doctors or police because they don't want to go. The problem is the english whoman who told me she have 21 air BNB because she don't like to live in her country and work there. That is the problem. Not the floating workers who live in vans.
The empty houses are the problem. Everybody from other countries want a hosues here to sell it later (200% the last 10 years) and to go there 2 weeks every year and we can't prohibe them buying if they don't live here because Ursula and the European Union say that it's illegal. You're happy if you have servants in summer and you think that this is the problem but do you know that it's people who have to leave the island, their family and culture(doctors, police, lawyers, engineers (like me)) because they can't live properly with a salary that is high for Spain?. It's people living here in winter but we are a problem for the hotel mafias and the politicians. They don't want us here.
We have decided Not to spend our hard earned money in a place we are not wanted although we love cala bona
That is so sad - the people of Cala Bona working in the businesses and who have been welcoming people for years have nothing to do with this.
SI quieres venir a Mallorca, no hay problema. Hay muchas miles de plazas en Hoteles. Decimos NO a la masificación, que no beneficia a nadie.
Leading questioning.
I'm asking them if they feel welcome! How open can the question be?
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun How do locals respond to you?
just back after spending 10 days on this lovely island, we were made to feel very welcome i expect a lot more trash in the media after tonight
They tell me Turkey's good this time of year. Didn't think I was a pss head. He said its just the Media, well the hundreds i saw with anti British placards mmm
Anyway she's a resident and probably has a bar😂😂
don't understand this comment at all. sorry
Tell the ones on the march to go on holiday in the U.K. and get their own back, lol
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Well I have to wait till after midnight to be able to walk my dogs, to be able to take the recycling and the trash out. I no longer go out during the day unless absolutely necessary. I have to look out the window to see how crowded it is before going out. I'm stuck inside my home. Walking from my apartment to for example the pharmacy is close to impossible. A walk that is 5 minutes turns into 15. So many tourists I have to wait for them as they walk slowly. If you say excuse me they look at you like "how do you dare we are on vacation." Not everyone is on vacation. I walk between them as if avoiding land mines. Avoiding people with their camera wanting perfect pictures. If the tourists were at least a bit considerate. But to the tourists it is like no one lives here and only tourists have the legal right of way. I just went to throw the trash out during the day and even though they see me with the bags they do not move so I have to push through. To watch tv I bought speakers because it is impossible to hear the tv with all the tourist talking loudly, laughing loudly, or totally drunk. My dogs are always stressed and barking because of the noise. My dogs get scared to walk around so many people. I don't want to be mean. Its good to laugh and be happy but not at the cost of others. I no longer go to bed when I want to. I have to wait until the restaurants close. Yes we need tourism but why tourists cannot be considerate and let people who are not on vacation go about their daily lives. All we ask is be considerate and conscious that people live here. This is not your playing ground it is a place where kids go to school, people go to work exactly like you do back in your country. You have the right to go on vacation and we have the right to live and move around without issues.
Just back from 2 weeks in Mallorca. We could not have felt more welcome. You are hyping up the narrative of a very small portion of the population to try to get more clicks.
No -not the case - I’ve been left loads of comments from people cancelling following media reports. I felt it was important to see a holidaymakers perspective so it’s not just me saying it
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun Pure nonsense. If you think people aren't OVERWHELMINGLY welcome, you are making things up for views.
@@andyd5681 please see the poll on my community page and the number of people who cancelled their holiday this summer because of the protest. I ran it around 6 weeks ago approx. 1,200+ voted . So no not making it up 🙄
Has become an ugly island
No!
If you touch 5he subject a bit more superficialy you would be talking about the weather. Plus, why dont you ask locals?Demostration organizers?
By the way, who thought there would be tourist blood on the streets? Who do you think we are?
I have a video coming out shortly - I was at the protest last night so had a chat to a couple of people there. It went by peacefully. The main-stream-media often paints a different picture and they have been doing so for months otherwise I wouldn't have to make these videos..
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun the protestor are mainly families, of course it went peacefully did you expect otherwise?Let me imagine main stream media: Spanish media would be: "shut up this is good bussiness" english media would be: "vacation maker is attacked with bow and arrows by savages in Spain, stay in UK"
In the meantime; digital nomads, instagram posers, retirees, tourists, and RE speculators are pricing out locals. Sad reality is that Mallorca is just an island and, can Mallorca endure 20 million + tourists a year? And more importantly it is worthy for local residents all this hustle??