The Balearic Islands have emerged as the star performer in Spain’s employment sector in January 2024.
According to statistics released on Friday, February 16, the islands achieved an impressive 6.7 per cent year-on-year growth in jobs.
This growth not only surpasses the national average of 4.8 per cent but also marks the Balearics as the region with the highest increase in tourism-related employment, according to the latest figures from Turespaña.
With over 2.5 million people now employed in tourism across Spain, representing 12.3 per cent of the total workforce, the sector’s significance is more apparent than ever.
Since June 2021, the tourism industry has witnessed continuous year-on-year growth, with January adding 115,432 new workers compared to the previous year.
This surge has been felt across the sector, especially in hospitality, where 69,568 new positions were…
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