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‘I’m so happy!’ Locals on Spain’s Costa del Sol rejoice as tourism numbers FALL after protests

While it's bad news for hoteliers and businesses that rely on the industry, some locals have admitted to feeling 'relieved' and 'happy'.

Last updated: August 1, 2025 12:59 pm
Laurence Dollimore
Published: July 29, 2025
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Tourism numbers on the Costa del Sol have fallen on average for the first time since the Covid pandemic, new figures show. While it's bad news for hoteliers and businesses that rely on the industry, some locals have admitted to feeling 'relieved'

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