“Demonstrations in the Canary islands after the prohibition,”
“The popular island of Isla de Lobos off Fuerteventura has got strict rules about the number of visitors. it has led to angry protests and demonstrations in the Canary islands. “
“Close to 1500 people demonstrated recently in Corralejo, Fuerteventura against a restraining order that applies to the popular island of Isla de Lobos. It is reported by the Tenerife News. “
“the Island is a popular tourist destination and is situated a few kilometers outside of Fuerteventura. It takes a good fifteen minutes to reach the island by boat from Fuerteventura and approximately 2000 visitors rises ashore on the Isla de Lobos every day. But there is too many believe the authorities who want to protect the environment and nature on the island. The island is a nature reserve and for the many tourists threaten the environment and wildlife. “
“the Limited number of visitors”
“it has Now been decided that only 400 people may visit the island per day. You must apply for a visitor permit and it should be done at least three days in advance. Visitors who defy the ban and take ashore without permission will be forced to pay a fine. “
“the Prohibition applies not only to the tourists. Many of the locals take the boat to the island to sunbathe and swim, when they are available. They will not be able to do in the same way anymore. “
“There is also a suggestion that tourists should pay a fee to visit the island, but the authorities have not yet taken any decision in the matter. The money will be used to keep the island clean from debris and care for the environment. “