Avoid vacationers: AfD presence ensures discomfort on the coasts!

Avoid vacationers: AfD presence ensures discomfort on the coasts!

Anklam, Deutschland - The Baltic Sea loses shine! Holidaymakers are increasingly flocking to the North Sea and leaving the Baltic Sea behind, and there is a clear reason: the political mood in the regions. Many travelers avoid specific places where the AfD is strongly represented, which makes the North Sea a new favorite destination.

The discussion is bubbling in social media: Is Northern Germany the better choice for summer vacation? More and more voices report on an uncomfortable feeling in areas where the AfD receives more than 30 percent of the vote. The shadows of right -wing extremism throw dark clouds over the Baltic Sea, and the effects on tourism cannot be overlooked.

vacationers report uncomfortable experiences

A vacationer married to a black man describes her experiences on Rügen and Usedom: "We felt like colorful dogs and were uncomfortable." Other tourists also share similar stories. A couple who lived in a holiday home near Anklam reported initial rejection due to their west car scene before they came into contact with locals and heard their worries.

The fear of discrimination and discomfort drives many vacationers to boycott the Baltic Sea. A woman traveling alone said: "I love the Baltic Sea, but I don't feel safe there. The proportion of AfD voters is just too high for me." And men also join the boycott, like a St. Pauli fan who says: "We don't go on vacation in the east."

A shocking incident on the Baltic Sea

Recently, a racist incident on the Baltic Sea caused horror: hate messages and swastikas were directed against a young family. Such incidents reinforce the feeling of uncertainty and contribute to the fact that more and more vacationers avoid the Baltic Sea. While the Baltic Sea was even more popular in 2023, the tide could turn quickly if politics did not swing.