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Carlos Tarife, deputy mayor of Santa Cruz, advises British tourists seeking affordable all-inclusive vacations to consider the Caribbean instead. Tarife advocates for higher-quality accommodations and discourages tourists who remain confined to their hotels. His remarks come amid growing concerns over mass tourism and its impact on the Canary Islands, fueling protests and a call for action from protesters.

Tenerife is facing demands from locals to regulate tourism, including new taxes and visitor limits. Mass anti-tourism protests have taken place, with residents calling for restrictions on holidaymakers and protection of natural spaces. The government is considering proposals for a daily visitor fee, while other measures to limit tourist numbers and impact are being explored.