Ibiza latest Spanish island to bring in strict drinking rules with fines up to €600,000

New alcohol restrictions came into play this week for British tourists visiting Ibiza, an extension of a law that's been affecting visitors to the Balearic Islands since January 2020.

After many tourists found themselves restricted to just six drinks a day on their all-inclusive holiday, we've looked into why this law came into place and how much it will affect traveller's holidays.

In a bid to shake the party stereotype, t he Balearic Islands government approved a decree law in early 2020 to combat alcohol overuse and create a more wholesome reputation for its destinations. The aim is to set the archipelago as a pioneer destination in combating excesses and create a more sustainable and respectful tourism model.

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The law, that was defended and requested by many institutions and businesses on the islands, will initially be in place until 2025 and is limited to the specific areas ofPlaya de Palma, El Arenal, Magaluf, the West End of Sant Antoni de Portmany, and now Ibiza. The local authorities feel there are specific topics that need to be tackled in order to reversedegradation and any negative impact that party tourism has had.

Here's a breakdown of everything you need to know about the law before travelling to the Balearic Islands:

The news that all inclusive holidays are restricted to just six glasses of alcohol a day has angered many holidaymakers, however the alcohol restrictions go far beyond this.

The six-drink rule for all-inclusive properties within Playa de Palma, El Arenal, Magaluf, the West End of Sant Antoni de Portmany, and Ibiza, specifies that visitors are limited to three alcoholic beverages during the