Brits planning to cancel their holidays to the Canary Islands have been met with a new wave of hostility, with some declaring "good riddance" to tourists.
In April, citizens complained about the ever-growing tourism industry, arguing the surge of visitors was causing housing problems and pollution.
Anti-tourist graffiti messages like "go home" appeared on walls and locals even took to the streets to protest the trade. As a result of the tension, some UK tourists have threatened to call off their planned trips or boycott the idyllic islands for their annual holiday.
Despite this friction regional tourism chief Jessica de Leon insisted the Canary Islands remain open and welcomed visitors. Speaking to The Telegraph, she said: "It is still safe to visit the Canary Islands, and we are delighted to welcome you." While she admitted not everyone was happy with the tourism industry as it stands, she said it was "unfair to blame tourism." Fernando Clavijo, President of the Canary Islands, also condemned acts he deemed "tourist-phobic." He defended visitors who come to enjoy the region's natural beauty and contribute to its economy and said they shouldn't be "criticised or insulted".
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