Hoteliers in Mallorca and the Canaries critical of increased cost of flights
Decreased arrival of Spanish tourists in the Balearics and the Canaries this summer.
The excess tourism decree to be given a new name
According to Bauzá, the so-called decree of excesses has been a failure and "to change this negative vision" it will become responsible tourism.
Concern about a blow to Mallorca tourism over the low season
A delay to the Imserso programme. But its benefits are in any event limited.
Soller: One of the most beautiful seaside resorts in Europe is in Mallorca
Jetcost users have chosen it along with Cadaqués in Catalonia, Tarifa in Andalusia, Combarro in Galicia and Moraira in the Valencian Community among the 14 most beautiful on the continent.
Who's to blame for Mallorca's "tourist saturation"? The last Balearic government
"115,000 tourist accommodation places were authorised over the eight years."
How far will this tourism season extend?
Low-season tourism in Mallorca is reliant on the German and Spanish markets.
While British and German tourism falls in Spain, it continues to rise in the Balearics
The Balearics continue to be a "first-choice holiday destination".
Summer holidays in the Balearics becoming too expensive for residents
There was something of a boom in inter-island holidaymaking during the pandemic.
No more "tourismphobic policies" in Mallorca
The new councillor for tourism at the Council of Mallorca on tourist saturation, growth and illegal holiday letting.
Three million tourists in a month for the first time ever in the Balearics
The Balearics remain on course to shatter annual tourist records.
Mallorca tourism looking forward to a strong September
The number of seats for Palma flights has increased.
Balearics tourism will be most affected in Spain because of rising summer temperatures
The European Commission has conducted a regional study of the impact of climate change on tourism.
Balearics tourism - Highest price increases in Spain
But demand is said to have been unaffected.
Palma not among Europe's top-ten cities most 'saturated' by tourists
The study found that Dubrovnik was the most saturated European city.
Mixed messages: What actually do Mallorca’s hoteliers want?
Palma Son Sant Joan counted 4,378,210 passengers in July, an increase of 5.9% compared with last year.
Germany's Eurowings increasing summer and winter flights to Mallorca
"Winter looks great on the island," says the CEO of Eurowings.
Government looking at refunding tourist tax payments by Balearic residents
The formula would involve deductions from income tax declarations.
Overcrowding - Mallorca's tourists' greatest concern
A survey of tourist opinion indicates an increasingly negative perception of overcrowding among Mallorca's tourists.
Airport figures suggest that the Balearics are still on course for a record tourism year
July passenger numbers for the airports were all up.
Mallorca's five-star hotels close to capacity as private-jet demand grows
Demand for luxury accommodation unaffected by price increases.
Spanish tourism in the Balearics falling because of higher prices
Business sectors say that Spanish tourism is down compared with 2019, but figures to June this year suggest otherwise.
Prices and tourism competitiveness in the Balearics
In June, the number of UK tourists rose by 20%, but other markets registered falls.
Christmas is coming ... and Palma wants more visitors to its markets
Redesign of market stalls and creating more of an atmosphere.
Has Playa de Palma reached its tipping point?
Tourist excess in Playa de Palma is hardly anything new, but there is now the sheer scale of the excess.
Balearic president promises to keep some of the previous government's tourism policies
Seen as a response to remarks by the boss of Meliá Hotels International.
Employers pressing the Balearic government for more commitment to cruise tourism
A sense that the government will proceed with some caution.
Palma cruise ship limits to remain ... for now
The limit of three ships per day will continue in 2024, but arrangements for 2025 could see a change.
Balearics foreign tourism rose five per cent in June
Almost a quarter of all Spain's foreign tourists travelled to the Balearics in June.
Palma fifth most popular Spanish city among foreign tourists
Palma has become a brand in its own right.
Mallorca holiday rental bookings highest in Spain
Almost 100% reservations, according to one website.
Mallorca tourism sector opposed to increased airport taxes
It is argued that an increase in airport taxes will make holiday packages more expensive.
Shorter holidays as Mallorca tourists seek to contain spending
Per person, tourist spending has generally fallen, but there are more tourists.
Palma hotels enjoying an excellent summer
Demand for the city's boutique hotels is particularly high.
All-year tourism plan for Magalluf and other Calvia resorts
Calvia 365 will focus on tourism product diversification and maximising the use of infrastructure, such as the beaches.
Mallorca hotel discounts up to 25% as high-summer demand is said to have fallen
It will take some time for hard data to indicate the true situation this summer.
Playa de Palma: "The only language antisocial tourists understand is fines"
The new president of the hoteliers association believes that antisocial tourism could be eliminated within two years.
The new Balearic tourism minister - Tourist tax will be for tourism
Jaume Bauzà of the Partido Popular is the new tourism minister.
Another tax on tourists? Cost of airport transfers set to go up
The new president of the Balearic association of travel agencies talks about airport charges, cruise ships and tourist overcrowding.
- Spain wants Britons to show they have 113.40 euros, £97, per day for their holidays
- Major security alert at Mallorca airport, surprise landing of flights from Morocco and Namibia
- Big changes on the horizon when Britons travel to Mallorca
- Over two hours for Britons to get through Palma airport queues
- Living in a motorhome in Palma: "It'll only get worse"
Comment
Why talk of tourism record seasons is unhelpful
Growth shouldn't be so bound up in the numbers game of ever more bodies passing through the airports in the summer.
Andrew Ede10/09/2023 12:59