The British love affair with the Balearics shows no sign of going away
The Balearic government wants more tourists to come to the islands during the winter season and the UK travel industry likes the idea.
“Everybody is welcome in Calvia, we want everyone to live and holiday in harmony, respect the laws and have a wonderful experience”
“A new Law of Responsible Tourism will be introduced and it will apply to the whole of the Balearics because we all know that foreign tourists are not to blame for all of the antisocial behaviour.”
Mallorca’s all-year chance
Changing holiday habits in the UK could play into the hands of Mallorca as the island steps up its push for all-year tourism.
Mallorca is top regional holiday destination in Europe
Tourism in the EU grew sustainability between 2009 and 2019 before it became one of the most affected sectors hit by COVID in 2020.
Britons push Mallorca hotel bookings up 50%
Balearics was the favourite destination for rural tourism in September.
Calvia is enjoying an extended season.
Calvia is enjoying an extended season.
Calvia was top Spanish holiday destination in September
International travellers predominantly chose the Balearics as their primary destination.
The Mayor of Calvia, Juan Antonio Amengual.
The Mayor of Calvia, Juan Antonio Amengual.
Foreign Office updates Spain advice for British tourists
“Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by foreigners."
Calvia has many of the best beaches in Spain.
Calvia has many of the best beaches in Spain.
Calvia becomes the third municipality in Spain with the most Tourism Quality beaches
"Calvia remains at the forefront of tourism”.
The number of empty homes in the Balearics has increased by 23.9% in 10 years
Two Mallorca properties are the most expensive in Spain.
Grace off Puerto Portals.
Grace off Puerto Portals.
Two of the most expensive properties in Spain are in Mallorca
The most expensive property for sale in Spain is the mansion in Las Lomas, Marbella.
Calvia Local Police are on a mission.
Calvia Local Police are on a mission.
25 people arrested for theft during the tourist season in Calvia
The municipal corporation is to “consolidate Calvia as a safe leisure destination”.
A view of Calvia.
A view of Calvia.
Mallorca home to the most expensive streets in Spain
In the Balearics, the most expensive street is Paseo del Mar, in Calvia,
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Comment
Tourism declaration of a monumental waste of time?
Magalluf is now a resort minus balconing injuries or worse and that Magalluf, along with beaches in other Calvia resorts, will have its beach open all year.
Andrew Ede06/11/2023 00:01