British tourists have been left stranded on Corsica after angry fishermen blockaded the island's ports in a row over soaring diesel costs. Boats sealed off key harbours including Ajaccio, Bastia, Porto-Vecchio and Bonifacio, stopping ferries and cruise ships departing and leaving travellers scrambling to find a way home. British tourists have been left stranded on Corsica after angry fishermen blockaded the island's ports in a row over soaring diesel costs. Fishermen say they have been pushed to the brink by spiralling fuel costs, which have surged in recent weeks, hitting small-scale operators particularly hard. Talks between officials and industry figures have led to an agreement to reduce fuel profit margins, with compensation measures also discussed.

Source: Daily Mail April 10, 2026 15:14 UTC