British Tourist Retaliates Against Hotel Towel Reservations With Itchy Powder in Mallorca

A British tourist vacationing at a hotel in Mallorca grew frustrated with the common practice known as the "towel war," where guests place towels early in the morning to reserve poolside lounge chairs for hours without using them. To combat this nuisance, he secretly sprinkled an itching powder on towels left unattended by other guests, causing discomfort when they returned.

The tourist documented his actions and shared videos online, sparking widespread debate with hundreds of thousands of views. He explained to creatorzine.com that many travelers endure early wake-ups just to secure decent sunbeds, but he decided to take playful revenge during his recent holiday.

Initially, he observed a woman in her late 40s who habitually reserved the same chairs but rarely used them. After she returned to the pool and noticed the itching powder, she quickly changed towels. Later, the tourist targeted a couple who arrived at 6 a.m. to claim the same spots. When the man returned around 1:30 p.m., he began scratching his legs and eventually used the powder-coated towel to dry off, which intensified the itching all over his body. The man gave up sunbathing and spent the afternoon under an umbrella.

This phenomenon of "towel wars" has caused tensions, delays, and even legal disputes in popular vacation spots like Spain, with some guests camping overnight to secure poolside seats. The tourist’s unconventional response highlights the ongoing frustration with this summer nuisance among holidaymakers.