According to holiday rentals website Holidu, one of the five most common holidaymaker complaints about Mallorca concerns bad weather.
"Although the island is famous for its warm and sunny climate, sudden changes in weather conditions, such as unexpected rain, can alter the plans of tourists," admits the website. Beyond the control of property owners, there are those who try and limit the disappointment by providing recommendations for the likes of cultural visits, gastronomic experiences and leisure centres - "These will allow you to enjoy the island even on grey days."
Well, hopefully, and it is fair to say that holiday rental guests are not the only ones likely to complain about some bad weather. So will holidaymakers in hotels. And they will potentially share other complaints on the Holidu list, such as the price-quality ratio.
"The perception of this relationship is crucial, as travellers expect the quality of the accommodation, services and amenities to be up to the price paid. Complaints often arise when facilities do not meet the expectations generated by the price. To avoid negative perceptions, owners, aware of the growing professionalisation of the tourist accommodation sector, are becoming increasingly transparent, complying with established standards and even going above and beyond to offer a good experience."
Then there is noise. Although much noise, such as that from neighbours, is beyond the control of the owners, "it is key to maintain open communication and act as mediators, offering solutions or managing guests’ expectations. To mitigate these complaints, some owners install soundproof windows or, as an option, provide earplugs."
The two other causes of complaint on the Holidu list are the shortage of pet-friendly accommodation and a lack of parking.
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I heard that the 2nd most heard complaint is that almost no doggy´s are allowed in hotel´s what is with that !
The Tourist who come´s to Mallorca for the sunshine and finds rain will spend more money than the one who lay´s on the beach all day buying fake watch´s from Sengalase´s he may complain as he's going to have to spend more when his wife or Lover say´s let's go to Marratxi Shopping .
I it ridiculous I totally agree, I hope President Trump sorts this ou. When I was young it was 28 degrees every day and there was David Bowie on the wireless
The Tour Operators are fully aware when weather is poor.throughout the world.. But they want to sell holidays etc. So Tourists today need to research their destinations before booking. Plus what is the weather at the time of the year they are intending to travel.
Just wait till Trump is president - he'll sort it out. That man can do anything so tweaking the weather should be easy. Afterall our weather comes across the pond from the US so he doesn't even have to leave home. Simples.