#62 “Tourists Go Home?” The Truth About Anti-Tourism Headlines in Spain

You’ve seen the headlines: “Spain says tourists go home.”“Anti-tourism protests erupt.”“Foreign buyers blamed for housing crisis.”If you’re planning a move or even thinking about buying a holiday home in Spain or on the Costa Del Sol, we get it - those headlines can feel worrying. But are they actually true for the Costa del Sol?In this episode, Sandra and Warner break down what’s really happening on the ground. From Benalmádena to Marbella, we’re talking local reality - not media spin.What you’ll discover in this episode:The truth behind the “tourists go home” headlines (and why it’s not the full picture for the Costa del Sol)What’s actually causing the housing pressures in cities like BarcelonaWhy expats and second-home buyers are not the enemyWhat respectful relocation looks like (and why locals do notice the difference)Warners expert advice on why now is still a smart time to buyTips for being a “good guest” in your holiday destination - and why it mattersREADY TO START YOUR NEW LIFE IN SPAIN?If you’re serious about making the move, connect with us to learn more about life on the Costa Del SolConnect with WL Costa Properties on Instagram: www.instagram.com/wlcostapropertiesCheck out the website: www.wlcostaproperties.netJOIN THE CONVERSATION:Want us to cover a specific topic on the podcast?Drop us a message on Instagram @wlcostaproperties or visit our website www.wlcostaproperties.net to get in touch.Related Episodes #56 Costa Del Sol Q1 2025 Market Recap: Who’s Buying, What’s Selling & What It Means for You#54 The Most Underrated Town on the Costa del Sol? Why We Chose BenalmádenaEnjoying the Podcast? Leave Us a Review!We know life is busy, but if you’ve been loving the podcast, we’d really appreciate it if you could take just a minute to leave us a review.Tell us:✔️ What’s been your favorite episode?✔️ What’s the most helpful tip you’ve learned?✔️ What do you want to hear more about?Every review helps us reach more people just like you who are dreaming of a new life in Spain. Just head over to Apple Podcasts, hit the rating, and drop us a quick review.