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January 2026

Palma Airport Hits 33.8M Passengers in 2025

Palma Airport Hits 33.8M Passengers in 2025

Palma airport handled 33.8 million passengers in 2025, with UK arrivals up 3% and German visitors slightly down, while take-offs and landings rose 2.5%, highlighting Spain’s strong international travel demand.

Travel
January 2026

ETIAS for Britons Delayed Until 2027

ETIAS for Britons Delayed Until 2027

British travellers to Spain won’t need the new ETIAS permit until April 2027, giving airlines and border staff extra time to prepare and avoiding extra bureaucracy during peak travel seasons.

Travel
January 2026

Mallorca 2026: UK and German Tourists Lead Bookings

Mallorca 2026: UK and German Tourists Lead Bookings

UK and German travellers remain the largest visitor groups in Mallorca, while new direct flights from New York, Toronto, and Abu Dhabi are boosting long-haul arrivals and attracting higher-spending tourists.

Travel
January 2026

Spain Defends Airport Fee Hike

Spain Defends Airport Fee Hike

Spain’s airport authority Aena will raise fees by 6.44% from March 2026 to fund a €12.9B investment plan, keeping future increases below 6% until 2031. Aena says fees remain among Europe’s lowest and aims to reduce dependence on Ryanair. Passenger numbers are hitting record highs, with 2025 seeing 320M passengers across Spain.

Travel
December 2025

Palma Beaches Face Price Hikes

Palma Beaches Face Price Hikes

Palma’s beaches risk becoming a ‘luxury product’ as fees for sun loungers, parasols, and services rise sharply. Environmental group GOB warns residents could be excluded from daily use, calling the increases illegal without municipal approval. Prices for premium sun loungers could jump from €15 to €45, while motor boat fees may rise €25–55.

Travel
October 2025

Britons Advised to Carry Cash on Mallorca Holidays

Britons Advised to Carry Cash on Mallorca Holidays

Due to recent system crashes and potential outages, Britons visiting Spain, including Mallorca, are advised to carry cash. Benefits include avoiding bank fees, convenience for small purchases, and having an emergency backup if digital payments fail.