Etiqueta 'Tourism'
GOB stage a protest against Balearic government tourism policies.

Tourism

Business and unions against limits on tourist numbers

Environmentalist group GOB accuses the tourism minister and the government of engaging in "outrageous propaganda".

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter12/08/2016 00:00

Balearic finance minister Catalina Cladera.

Finance

No new taxes envisaged for the Balearics

"We are not about to announce new taxes," especially given the introduction of the tourist tax on 1 July.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter11/08/2016 00:00

Police successes in some ways in Magalluf, but what about the bigger problems?

Majorca

Tourism records, police successes and Andy Murray: the week in Majorca

Not everyone was convinced by record season announcements or by achievements by local police forces. A project for a new shopping centre failed to raise support, while Richard Branson received support from a source that had previously opposed him.

Andrew Ede31/07/2016 00:00

Hoteliers (most of them) and the government seem to be of one mind regarding Majorca's tourism quality.

Tourism

Government determined to "eradicate" low quality tourism in Majorca

These hotels make offers that are "more than cheap" and attract a tourism that is uneducated, wild and with low spending power. "They bring in a genuine rabble."

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter30/07/2016 00:00

National Police at Palma's Son Sant Joan airport.

Terrorism

Spain stepping up security in tourist areas following terrorist attacks

Security forces in the country are stepping up their vigilance, with tourist areas and religious sites being particularly sensitive.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter27/07/2016 00:00

The Albufera nature park in Muro is one of Majorca's principal locations for birdwatching.

Tourism

Birdwatching for lengthening the tourist season

Mallorca Birdie is the promotional name and this will be presented at the international Birdfair convention at Rutland Water between 19 and 21 August.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter26/07/2016 00:00

Packed beaches for now in Majorca at any rate.

Brexit

Mediterranean tourism to be affected by Brexit

Moody's may see a complicated future for tourism in Spain and the Balearics, but the BBVA bank, reporting on Balearic growth, is one source which does not.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter18/07/2016 00:00

On the beach in Palmanova: at least the sun comes free.

Finance

Palmanova prices rise the most since the vote to leave Europe

In Palmanova the cost to UK holidaymakers of items such as a three-course meal has gone up by 51% since 2015.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter16/07/2016 00:00

There may be more tourists than ever, but are they spending less?

Tourism

Exceltur warning that tourism growth is not sustainable

The current boom in the Balearics and Spain has been assisted by tourists who have been "borrowed" from other destinations.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter14/07/2016 00:00

Can Picafort with sculptures by Joan Bennàssar.

Can Picafort

Can Picafort to become the "new Ithaca of the Mediterranean"

Santa Margalida town hall believes that Can Picafort's future lies in blending culture with tourism and the region’s historical roots.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter07/07/2016 00:00

Cruise ship passengers are helping to keep certain excursions popular.

Tourism

Sales of tourist excursions have fallen by 40%

In the years of tourism "bonanza" the total sales would have been in the region of two million. "Those figures are never going to return."

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter06/07/2016 00:00

The sales got under way today.

Retailing

Nervous start to the summer sales

The smaller retailers believe that the tourist industry will be their saving grace, as they otherwise expect trade to be down during the sales period.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter01/07/2016 00:00

President Armengol plus ministers and others gathered to consider the impact of Brexit.

Brexit

"Brexit will have no immediate effect on the Balearics"

With the Balearics almost sold out and with fears of overbooking this summer season, the region is forecasting that Brexit will not have any immediate effects.

Humphrey Carter30/06/2016 00:00

Hugh Morgan of Cosmos on the tourism impact of Brexit.

EU referendum

Brexit will create uncertainty for selling holidays

"Nobody in the UK appears to know what is going on. That 350 million we’re going to get back was a lie." "It’s bad news for the tourist industry."

Humphrey Carter25/06/2016 00:00

British tourism for city breaks in Palma has been increasing, but what now?

EU referendum

Brexit and the tourism sector

There is no question that a fall in the value of the pound will make holidays dearer for the British.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter24/06/2016 00:00

Might Biel Barceló now regret the timing of the introduction of the tourist tax?

Tourism

Tourism minister's fears for Brexit confirmed

Biel Barceló, the Balearic tourism minister, yesterday said that Brexit could affect Balearic tourism.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter24/06/2016 00:00

Political uncertainty may be affecting Spain's holidaymaking decisions, but tourists from other countries don't have similar concerns.

Tourism

Political uncertainty hitting Spanish tourism

The absence of a proper government is affecting Spanish tourism. There has been an 11% fall in the numbers saying they will go on holiday this year.

16/06/2016 00:00

Fears that a UK exit will have a harmful impact on Majorca's exports, such as potatoes.

EU referendum

Majorca's exporters greatly concerned at Brexit prospect

"It will be very negative for the Balearic and European economy and will affect more than 200 businesses on the islands."

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter14/06/2016 00:00

El Campello in Alicante, where there is a pet-friendly beach.

Tourism

Arta looks to pets as a way of lengthening the season

Colonia Sant Pere, the only real resort in Arta (and not a big one at that), is to become a pet-friendly destination this October.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter13/06/2016 00:00

Magalluf beach in high summer.

Magalluf

Magalluf looking forward to an outstanding season

From May to October, a total of 420,000 tourists are expected, which will be an increase of 60,000.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter24/05/2016 00:00