Tourist bookings to the Balearics up 16.5%, Brits shun staycations
UK summer staycations have declined and are lagging behind 2023 levels.
Lifeguards are facing a testing summer.
Lifeguards are facing a testing summer.
Tourism minister condemns spraying of Barcelona visitors with water pistols
Tourists staying in Spanish holiday homes increased by 24%.
Housing crisis in Spain's cities drives rise in homelessness as tourism booms
According to a Bank of Spain report, about 45% of people living in rented accommodation are at risk of poverty or social exclusion, the highest proportion in Europe.
Mallorca launches a new responsible tourism campaign in Calvia
The focus is on the protection, regeneration and preservation of the island.
Another major protest is going to take place in Palma.
Another major protest is going to take place in Palma.
Mallorca anti-tourism protest to mark start of British summer holidays
Demonstrations will continue beyond the summer.
Police on the beach beat in Mallorca
Permanent beach officers on duty for day-to-day surveillance.
Save money by eating, washing and changing in a fast food outlet.
Save money by eating, washing and changing in a fast food outlet.
Spanish blow the lid on how to really enjoy Mallorca on the cheap
"You go to Mallorca to party without booking a hotel and use Burger King loos to get ready.”
Hotels in the Balearics are the most expensive in Spain
In the Balearics, the prices of lower category hotels have risen 25%.
It’s going to be a scorcher in Mallorca this week
So far, this summer has not been as hot as last year and there has not yet been a heat wave.
The majority of tourists who come to Mallorca doso for the weather and the beaches.
The majority of tourists who come to Mallorca doso for the weather and the beaches.
Sun, beach and friendly locals are still the top holiday attractions
Destination’s safety (16%) is the most important factor for travellers selecting a holiday spot, followed by pleasant weather (13), bargains (11%) and friendly locals (8%)
Britons are still the biggest spenders in Spain
The United Kingdom continues to be the main source market.
Meteotsunamis and storms hit Mallorca
Forecast models point to a “hot” July, according to the Aemet met agency.
Jet2 issues immediate warning of storm delays in Mallorca
“We are currently experiencing some Air Traffic Control slot delays on flights that are due to arrive, depart or fly across the Eastern Mediterranean and the Balearic Islands."
Mallorca needs to remember price is king
There’s no buzz, it just doesn’t feel like the season has taken off and we are into July next week.
Comment
Full marks to Mallorca’s lifeguards
The flags are of great significance and are in place for people’s safety, so if the red flag is flying, don’t go in the water,
Humphrey Carter12/07/2024 12:11