31 August 2026

Concerns Rise Over Tourist Impact at Cala Saladeta

This weekend, over a hundred locals gathered at Cala Saladeta in an event designed to address the growing concern over tourist saturation. The crowd used signs and speeches to highlight the impact of increased visitor numbers on this picturesque beach. By organising activities and games along the beach, they emphasized their call for Cala Saladeta to be preserved for Ibiza residents. This protest adds to an ongoing series of actions by residents who've grown uneasy with the mounting pressure tourism places on the island's natural attractions.

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