A hiking tour company based in Puerto Rico denied service to a Jewish tourist, sending a blunt email with the subject line “No thanks” and the message “Free Palestine!” — and later doubling down in a WhatsApp exchange that confirmed they refuse to serve “so called israelis.” Paradise Tours PR, which offers guided hikes and eco-tours throughout Puerto Rico, appears to have engaged in blatant antisemitism after a Jewish American woman reached out to inquire about a hike during her upcoming vacation. The only information provided on the contact form was her name, travel dates, and email address — no political content, no mention of Israel. Instead of a courteous response or a quote, the company allegedly replied with a single inflammatory line: “Free Palestine!” After the incident, a separate party contacted the company through WhatsApp to clarify if the message was genuine. The screenshots show a chilling confirmation. A representative, using the Puerto Rico-based phone number associated with Paradise Tours, responded: “Yes. Not interested to host so called israelis. Is there a problem with that?” “How many of you are going to bother us? Just move on.” Legal experts say the company’s actions may violate anti-discrimination laws. While political opinions are protected speech, refusing service based on national origin, religion, or perceived ethnicity can cross into illegal territory. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)