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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Two Spanish islands where pub crawls are banned and what it means for Brits
Despite their party-mad reputation, two popular Spanish islands in the Balearics actually passed strict laws banning pub crawls and other booze-related activities back in 2020 UK holidaymakers have been warned of strict drinking laws still in place in two popular party islands. In a brutal blow to British stag and hen parties, the Balearic hotspots of Majorca and Ibiza brought in strict regulation back in 2020 - prohibiting pub crawls and 'happy hour' promotions in certain areas. Five years later and many Brits still don't know about the law, which was brought in by regional government. Luckily, the pub crawl crackdown only applies to those staying in Playa de Palma and Magaluf in Majorca and Sant Antoni in Ibiza. So, if you're looking for a booze-filled week where you can quite literally chase the night - it might be worth booking accommodation in other regions. Matt Mavir, managing director at Last Night of Freedom, the UK's leading stag and hen organiser, warns tourists can be slapped with fines exceeding €600 (around £502) for antisocial behaviour like 'street drinking or nudity' - while those creating 'excessive noise or vandalism' may be charged up to €3,000 (£2,513). In a statement sent to the Mirror, the expert urged Brits to 'read up on local laws' before travelling, and avoid wearing any offensive costumes on your Stag/Hen Do. Holidaymakers have also been advised to be wary of their volume when in residential areas, make sure they avoid drinking in public areas (including the beach) and reduce their group size to attract less attention. "These destinations have to strike the right balance - if Brits feel they're being targeted or treated unfairly, they are likely to just go elsewhere," added Matt. "It's a lazy assumption that those heading abroad for a stag or hen do are causing trouble - these are normal people just letting their hair down. But they must be respectful and mindful to make sure they don't fall foul of the recently changed rules." As previously reported, both party islands have also enacted strict rules for all-inclusive holidaymakers - capping their alcoholic drinks at six per day. The ban, which doesn't impact Menorca at all, covers the following regions: Playa de Palma, Majorca S'Arenal (El Arenal), Majorca Magaluf, Majorca West End of San Antonio, Ibiza The strict rules, which will last for at least two more years, mean Brits are only allowed three alcoholic beverages during lunch and a further three with their evening meal. Again, these places won't be advertising 'happy hour' or encourage alcohol consumption through previously-popular initiatives like open bars. If you're unfazed by the rules, you can fly to Majorca or Ibiza from most major UK airports, including Birmingham, Glasgow, London, and Manchester. If you're flexible with dates, you can grab return fares in June for as little as £28*.
Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
From drink limits to Greece's sunlounger law, all the things you can & can't do in favourite summer holiday destinations
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BOOZY British tourists partying in Portugal face huge fines amid a purge on bawdy behaviour. The party mecca of Albufeira has become the latest hotspot to get tough on rowdy guests. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Rowdy revellers are being warned to be on their best behaviour amid a crackdown across Europe with heavy fines being handed out Credit: Alamy It means revellers heading to the sun for a stag and hen do could be hit with a £1,500 penalty for nudity, £1,250 for peeing or bonking in public and the same sum for wearing a bikini anywhere other than the beach or pool. With the resort's summer season beginning as early as April, the city is determined to make visitors behave better. It comes after a group of British men were filmed starkers in a bar on the hedonistic Oura Strip in Albufeira. The city council has rubber-stamped the batch of fines and now they will go before the Municipal Assembly for final approval. It's hoped they will be in force this summer. Announcing the passing of the proposal, Albufeira mayor Jose Carlos Rolo told a meeting on Tuesday: 'This is another important step to combat a negative image of tourism in the municipality, and to promote harmony between this sector and the resident population.' He had previously said that the code of conduct was to 'attract new tourist markets from other nationalities'. Portugal is the fifth most popular holiday destination for Brits, with around four million people visiting annually. 'Must be mindful' Its clampdown follows a similar move to keep the partying British in line as they holidayed in Spain. Fines were introduced there for public drunkenness and nudity — along with a ban on boat parties. The Canary Islands have launched anti-tourist protests against overcrowding and rising property prices due to tourism lets. Thousands of anti-tourist protesters flood Spanish hols hotspots & call on mob to super glue holiday rental locks But Portugal, Spain and the Canaries are not the only places getting tough on troublemakers. Croatian destinations Hvar and Split have also opted to implement huge fines, while Italy has targeted a more cultured set of tourists by demanding they do not mess around on famous landmarks. Matt Mavir, managing director of stag and hen bash firm Last Night Of Freedom, said: 'It's a lazy assumption that those heading abroad for a stag or hen do are causing trouble. 'These are normal people just letting their hair down. 'But they must be respectful and mindful to make sure they don't fall foul of the recently changed rules. 'These destinations have to strike the right balance — if Brits feel they're being targeted or treated unfairly, they are likely to just go elsewhere.' 3 Holidaymakers could face fines if they wear bikinis or swimwear away from the beach Credit: Getty Here, The Sun brings you a guide to the fines you should watch out for across Europe. Albufeira (Portugal) £1,500 fine for street nudity Up to £1,250 fine for peeing or having sex in public. Up to £1,250 fine for wearing bikini unless at beach or pool. Lisbon (Portugal) Up to £1,700 fine for being noisy in quiet zone. Ibiza (Spain) £300 fine for wearing bikini off-beach. £750 fine for public nudity except at nudist beach Up to £1,290 fine for street boozing Up to £2,258 fine for noise or vandalism. Six drink daily cap on all-inclusive booze deals No party boats Palma de Mallorca (Spain) Up to £2,600 fine for rowdy antics (vandalism, street drinking, fighting) Cap on cruise ships and hotel beds to limit tourists Six drink daily cap on all-inclusive booze deals No party boats £250 fine for wearing beach gear in city Canary Islands (Spain) Up to £2,525 fine for street boozing Up to £2,500 fine for smoking on beach Up to £2,517 fine for BBQs, umbrellas and tents on beach Fines for not carrying photo ID Barcelona (Spain) Up to £250 fine for pub crawls Up to £2,500 fine for littering Up to £510 fine for public boozing £250 fine for wearing beach gear in city Malaga, Costa Del Sol (Spain) Up to £650 fine for wearing swim gear, going topless or naked off-beach Up to £426 fine for crossing road carelessly Up to £1,200 fine for littering Up to £250 for group boozing on street £650 for rude hen or stag accessories 3 Pub crawls must take place between fixed times in the Czech Republic, while Croatia closes bars early Credit: Oliver Dixon Prague (Czech Republic) Set pub crawls banned 10pm-6am Up to £420 fine for being drunk/boozing in public Bid to ban lewd fancy dress Amsterdam (Netherlands) Campaign to make Brit fellas aged 18 to 35 behave better Up to £120 fine for peeing or being drunk/rowdy in public £120 fine for littering Up to €1,000 fine for group disturbances Split (Croatia) £250 fine for peeing in street, getting in fountain, vomiting in public or being topless/in a bikini. £125 fine for street sleeping Midnight bar closures Hvar (Croatia) £515 fine for wearing swim gear off-beach £429 fine for going topless/wearing revealing outfit £600 fine for public boozing £57 fine for taking noble pen shells from beach Sorrento (Italy) Up to £450 fine for going topless or wearing swim gear off-beach Rome (Italy) £336 fine for sitting on Spanish Steps £378 fine for standing in any fountain, inc Trevi Cinque Terre (Italy) £2,000 fine for hiking in flip-flops or sandals Mandatory one way routes Greece Up to £760 fine for wearing high heels at archaeological sites Up to £250 fine for being topless in public £420 fine for smoking indoors Up to £771 fine for taking pebbles from beach Drones check sun loungers are 4m apart and 5m from sea 70% of beaches to be sunbed-free France £42 fine for carrying oversized bag on train £1,270 fine for climbing on monuments £12,700 fine for being seen naked in hotel room
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
From drink limits to Greece's sunlounger law, all the things you can & can't do in favourite summer holiday destinations
BOOZY British tourists partying in Portugal face huge fines amid a purge on bawdy behaviour. The party mecca of Advertisement 3 Rowdy revellers are being warned to be on their best behaviour amid a crackdown across Europe with heavy fines being handed out Credit: Alamy It means revellers heading to the sun for a pool . With the resort's summer season beginning as early as April, the city is determined to make visitors behave better. It comes after a group of British men were filmed starkers in a bar on the hedonistic Oura Strip in Albufeira. The city council has rubber-stamped the batch of fines and now they will go before the Municipal Assembly for final approval. It's hoped they will be in force this summer. Advertisement READ MORE ON HOLIDAYS Announcing the passing of the proposal, Albufeira mayor Jose Carlos Rolo told a meeting on Tuesday: 'This is another important step to combat a negative image of tourism in the municipality, and to promote harmony between this sector and the resident population.' He had previously said that the code of conduct was to 'attract new tourist markets from other nationalities'. Portugal is the fifth most popular holiday destination for Brits, with around four million people visiting annually. 'Must be mindful' Its clampdown follows a similar move to keep the partying British in line as they holidayed in Spain. Advertisement Most read in News Travel The Thousands of anti-tourist protesters flood Spanish hols hotspots & call on mob to super glue holiday rental locks But Portugal , Spain and the Canaries are not the only places getting tough on troublemakers. Croatian destinations Advertisement Matt Mavir, managing director of stag and hen bash firm Last Night Of Freedom, said: 'It's a lazy assumption that those heading abroad for a stag or hen do are causing trouble. 'These are normal people just letting their hair down. 'But they must be respectful and mindful to make sure they don't fall foul of the recently changed rules. 'These destinations have to strike the right balance — if Brits feel they're being targeted or treated unfairly, they are likely to just go elsewhere.' Advertisement 3 Holidaymakers could face fines if they wear bikinis or swimwear away from the beach Credit: Getty Here, The Sun brings you a guide to the fines you should watch out for across Europe. Albufeira (Portugal) £1,500 fine for street nudity Up to £1,250 fine for peeing or having sex in public. Up to £1,250 fine for wearing bikini unless at beach or pool. Lisbon (Portugal) Up to £1,700 fine for being noisy in quiet zone. Ibiza (Spain) £300 fine for wearing bikini off-beach. £750 fine for public nudity except at nudist beach Up to £1,290 fine for street boozing Up to £2,258 fine for noise or vandalism. Six drink daily cap on all-inclusive booze deals No party boats Palma de Mallorca (Spain) Up to £2,600 fine for rowdy antics (vandalism, street drinking, fighting) Cap on cruise ships and hotel beds to limit tourists Six drink daily cap on all-inclusive booze deals No party boats £250 fine for wearing beach gear in city Canary Islands (Spain) Up to £2,525 fine for street boozing Up to £2,500 fine for smoking on beach Up to £2,517 fine for BBQs, umbrellas and tents on beach Fines for not carrying photo ID Barcelona (Spain) Up to £250 fine for pub crawls Up to £2,500 fine for littering Up to £510 fine for public boozing £250 fine for wearing beach gear in city Malaga, Costa Del Sol (Spain) Up to £650 fine for wearing swim gear, going topless or naked off-beach Up to £426 fine for crossing road carelessly Up to £1,200 fine for littering Up to £250 for group boozing on street £650 for rude hen or stag accessories 3 Pub crawls must take place between fixed times in the Czech Republic, while Croatia closes bars early Credit: Oliver Dixon Prague (Czech Republic) Set pub crawls banned 10pm-6am Up to £420 fine for being drunk/boozing in public Bid to ban lewd fancy dress Amsterdam (Netherlands) Campaign to make Brit fellas aged 18 to 35 behave better Up to £120 fine for peeing or being drunk/rowdy in public £120 fine for littering Up to €1,000 fine for group disturbances Split (Croatia) £250 fine for peeing in street, getting in fountain, vomiting in public or being topless/in a bikini. £125 fine for street sleeping Midnight bar closures Hvar (Croatia) £515 fine for wearing swim gear off-beach £429 fine for going topless/wearing revealing outfit £600 fine for public boozing £57 fine for taking noble pen shells from beach Sorrento (Italy) Up to £450 fine for going topless or wearing swim gear off-beach Rome (Italy) £336 fine for sitting on Spanish Steps £378 fine for standing in any fountain, inc Trevi Cinque Terre (Italy) £2,000 fine for hiking in flip-flops or sandals Mandatory one way routes Greece Up to £760 fine for wearing high heels at archaeological sites Up to £250 fine for being topless in public £420 fine for smoking indoors Up to £771 fine for taking pebbles from beach Drones check sun loungers are 4m apart and 5m from sea 70% of beaches to be sunbed-free France £42 fine for carrying oversized bag on train £1,270 fine for climbing on monuments £12,700 fine for being seen naked in hotel room Respect is vital LISA MINOT, Head of Travel WHAT is it about holidays that makes some of us lose our minds – and often a lot more? We wouldn't grab a pint of milk at home in just a bikini. Or relieve ourselves on the pavements. But something leads Brits abroad to act very differently. With protests against tourists across the Med, we're doing ourselves no favours by upsetting locals. So understand the rules and regulations in your chosen destination, be aware of cultural sensitivities. Travel can be such a force for good if we behave as we would want others to when visiting us.
