Holidaymakers in the Canary Islands face “significant disruption” due to the first in a series of coach and bus driver strikes from today (Monday).
Transfers to and from ports and airports and tourist excursion services are expected to be hit on three islands.
The Foreign Office issued a warning in updated travel advice.
The action has been called by transport sector employees across Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura amid failed negotiations between them and transport companies.
Walkouts are to be staged throughout the month, starting today and on October 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25 and 28 October, ending at midnight.
“Significant travel disruption is expected” due to the road transport strikes due to be held throughout October.
Drivers of coaches and buses have threatened to continue strike action indefinitely from November onwards if no agreement is reached, local media reported.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) said: “If you are on holiday in Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura and needing to travel or use road transport, we encourage you to contact your tour operator or transport company as soon as possible for more information to understand how this strike may impact your travel arrangements.
“The government of the Canary Islands has confirmed that transportation to hospitals and medical centres will be maintained, as well as transport of medicines and other urgent supplies to guarantee the life, health and security of people.”
Jet2holidays said: “Please allow plenty of time to travel to the airport and pass through the terminal.
“Check-in will close 40 minutes prior to your scheduled time of departure as all our flights are due to operate as scheduled.”