The debate regarding the implementation of a tourism tax in Alicante has been reopened, with a proposal suggests the measure could generate up to 10 million euro in annual revenue. The political group Compromís has put forward the plan, framing it as a vital tool to ensure the sustainability of the city’s tourism model while strengthening public services.
According to Rafa Mas, the spokesperson for Compromís, the funds raised through the tax could be used to maintain city services and provide essential financial support for the Hogueras festivals. He argued that the tax would allow for these improvements without placing a further tax burden on local residents. The proposal aims to define how Alicante should grow as a destination and what role visitors should play in the financial upkeep of the city.
However, the proposal has faced immediate opposition. Local authorities have recently indicated that they do not intend to apply any form of tourism tax, aligning with the current stance of the Generalitat Valenciana. Despite the potential for significant revenue, the local government has moved to dismiss the “pro-Hogueras” tax, focusing instead on advancing subsidies for the festival commissions through existing budgets.
The discussion continues to highlight the tension between the need for infrastructure funding in high-traffic tourist areas and the desire to remain a competitive destination without additional fees for travellers.
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