Spain expects foreign tourist arrivals and spending to continue rising in 2026, potentially reaching 100 million visitors after a record 97 million the previous year. Revenues grew significantly, and early 2026 figures show positive trends.
However, this boom coincides with local pushback in places like Malaga and Mallorca over housing and infrastructure strains, highlighting the balance tourism authorities must strike.
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