Spain will overtake France in terms of foreign tourist arrivals in 2040
The average daily expenditure of visitors will double in 2030 with respect to 2017.
Humphrey Carter21/10/2024 12:28 Britons splash the cash in Mallorca
It is young people who are more likely to increase their cash use abroad than any other age group with 54% of 18-34 year olds saying they spend more cash when abroad then back home in the UK.
The Bulletin warned Britons in June that Labour would hike holiday prices to Mallorca
Any increase in APD is likely to be passed on to customers through higher air fares. This could significantly impact family holidays and travel plans.
British tourists concerned about heat, overcrowding and price
"The soaring costs, against the backdrop of people feeling financially squeezed and reports of protests in response to overcrowding are also responsible for people considering their options."
Greece takes a swipe at Spain's overcrowding problem
“The question is not whether we want more tourists, but whether we want tourists who will spend more in our country.”
British tourists warned that Spain is cracking down on "illegal" tourism
The aim is to prosecute fraud and put a stop to illegal or fraudulent seasonal tourist accommodation in order to "mobilise the largest residential rental housing stock".
Battle against tourist tax hike in Balearics gains momentum
“There will not be more tourists in winter and fewer tourists in summer.”
85% of Bulletin readers will boycott Mallorca in fear of being fined 30,000 euros
Many people feel it is an infringement of their human rights and could also clash with data protection laws, not to mention being a major hassle.
Britons leave it late to flock to Mallorca
Britons currently in Mallorca are enjoying beach weather with temperatures topping 30ºC.
Balearics attracted 21% of British tourists visiting Spain in 2023
Spain is perceived as a ‘beach plus’ destination, where sun and beach is the basic element that is complemented by other activities or experiences.
Brits have been struggling to afford Mallorca holidays
Cost may not be the only reason Brits are taking a UK holiday this year, recently, mass flight cancellations have led to Brits being stranded at airports both at home and abroad.
- Britons cash in on the outgoing Golden Visa in Spain to beat the 90 day rule
- After a holiday in Mallorca Richard Gere moves to Spain
- Laura Hamilton: “I’ve always loved Mallorca, I just wished I’d bought here earlier...”
- Russian-owned Black Pearl in Mallorca
- Noel Gallagher sold his Ibiza home because of his neighbour - James Blunt