The real impact of overtourism protests on visitor numbers
Industry representatives across the hotel, hospitality, and transport sectors confirm a decrease in tourist footfall, with some restaurants reporting up to a 40 per cent drop in customer numbers.
The Restaurants Association in Mallorca (CAEB) has warned that many establishments could be forced to close in 2025 due to the significant reduction in visitors.
Protests against mass tourism took place in Palma in June, with around 10,000 participants, echoing similar demonstrations from the previous year.
Despite the reported decline, tourism minister Jaume Bauzà maintains that overall visitor numbers to Mallorca remain high, and a 'positive communications campaign' has been launched to promote the island's hospitality.
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