Palma among Spain's most expensive cities for holidays

Of ten cities analysed for spending a seven-night holiday, Palma works out at costing 41% more than the national average. This analysis is based on seven nights at a three-star hotel with a price of 719 euros - 42% above the national average - and on the price for dinner for two in the centre of the city (53 euros; 22% higher than the national average).

In Alicante, seven nights in a three-star costs on average 508 euros, although Alicante isn't the cheapest for accommodation alone. In Almeria, the price is 314 euros, 38% below the national average.

Rastreator's study indicates that the Spanish spend on average 1,062 euros a year on holiday travel; this was the figure before the crisis. Price is the most important factor in holiday decisions (65%), followed by attractions/leisure, and the weather.