The Balearic Government is cracking down on boozing holidaymakers on the Spanish islands, forcing holiday companies to introduce a drink limit on all-inclusive holidays.
Thomas Cook has issued holidaymakers a warning over a new alcohol rule for those jetting off for an all-inclusive break in Spain. The holiday company has confirmed that the number of drinks Brits will be allowed to have as part of their package will be limited to six.
There are also new restrictions on the times that tourists will be permitted to have their six drinks - with them only being able to be served three free tipples at lunch and three with their evening meal, BirminghamLive reports. The regulations affect those travelling to Magaluf, Mallorca and in some areas of Ibiza.
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Travel agent Thomas Cook issued a warning to customers in email updating them on package holidays. It read: "Please be advised that a decree has been issued by the Balearic Government on a new restriction for All Inclusive meal option. There is a maximum of six alcoholic drinks per person per day that can be served and these drinks will be provided only during lunch and dinner ( 3 each).
"Please be aware that Magalluf, El Arenal, Playa de Palma in Mallorca and Sant Antoni in Ibiza, there is a new restriction on All Inclusive." It comes as officials in Majorca and Ibiza launched a crackdown on drunken behaviour.
The law was brought in during 2020 but travel companies have echoed the rules as thousands of Brits book holidays to the Spanish islands. Thomas Cook told the Daily S tar : "In certain areas of the Balearics there are some limitations on alcohol consumption. We want to ensure our customers are aware when they book."
The Balearic government has also put a stop to pub crawls, the sale of alcohol in shops between 9.30pm and 8am, and advertising party boats in some areas.
Balearic Islands Tourism minister Iago Negueruela said: “We want British tourists. We don't want this type of tourism. British tourism is essential for our islands. We share with the British government the view that some images of British tourists are embarrassing.
“We want to put a stop to bad behaviour. From April to May this year we will increase the police presence in these areas and the number of inspectors. We will have zero tolerance for tourism excesses.”
Travel association ABTA has backed the drinks limit, saying it "strongly supports" the new rules. A spokesman said: "ABTA will continue to engage with the Balearic Islands Government, ABTA Members and other parties, to encourage clear communication and exchange of information, in order to ensure holidaymakers travelling to hotels in the designated areas enjoy a positive customer experience."
