MALLORCA AND IBIZA TO CRACK DOWN ON TOURISTS' EXCESSIVE DRINKING

The party could be over for British holidaymakers heading for rowdy resorts on the Spanish islands of Mallorca and Ibiza.

The local government is cracking down on “excessive alcohol consumption in certain places of the Balearic Islands”.

The islands’ parliament has approved a new decree that aims to transform the image of some party resorts, such as Magaluf in Mallorca and San Antonio in Menorca.The authorities say: “The law aims to create a more sustainable and respectful tourism model, in terms of the environment, the quality of life for residents and the visitor experience.”.... fines of up to €600,000...The law also prohibits “jumping between balconies” – a practice that has claimed dozens of lives of young British holidaymakers – anywhere in the Balearics. [link to www.independent.co.uk (secure)]