Headlines circulating this week suggest British tourists could be unwelcome on Spanish soil – so what’s the reality?

Spain is one of the most popular holiday destinations for British tourists - but there are changes that anyone visiting the mainland or islands need to know.

Málaga, Spain, implemented a ban on new vacation rentals being registered in 43 of its neighborhoods, where they make up over 8% of the residences. While not exactly a tourist ban, the move aims to crack down on overtourism in Málaga,

While you'll still be able to book trips to Spain, Spanish governments are instituting regulations that may effect your trip.

The biggest change is that the EU's Entry and Exit System (EES) will finally be launched in 2025, most likely in the first half of the year.

Here's what to know about this Spanish region's recent decision to change its tourism rental laws, and what this means for you as an international tourist.