The British holiday market is worth an estimated 2.7 billion euros to the Balearics, according to figures released this morning. The average spend of British tourists rose last summer with British tourists spending an estimated 172 euros per day while on holiday in the islands. This figure clearly underlines how important and lucrative British tourism is to the Balearics and the local authorities will be seeking to thank the British tourist industry for their support at the forthcoming World Travel Market tourism fair in London next month.
"Overcrowded Mallorca" in photos
There has been much talk this summer about overcrowding on the island and too many tourists. The government is under pressure to curb the number of holidaymakers in peak season. In this selection of photos it appears that those calling for fewer tourists are in the right although many would disagree.
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People pay for a holiday and they get a holiday. We don't need to thank anyone for this.
Marvin Le MartianIt's just another imaginary victory narrative. We win! But the competition is secret. Even the "losers" don't know anything about it. Or care. Still, it's a victory. And that's the important thing. Especially now, as "pear" continues to be the ongoing shape of things back in the sunlit uplands.
Without like for like data this information is totally pointless and probably misleading at best. Of course the Brits, the Germans and us residents are spending more, because it’s expensive to be here and prices have gone up. A lot.