The only way to act is by limiting the number of accommodation beds
Are there celebrations for record seasons in Mallorca and the Balearics any longer? In terms of tourist numbers, they are more matters for concern, great concern because of overcrowding and the stresses that human pressure brings to the islands.
In 2023, the total number of tourists increased by a staggering 1.3 million to 17.8 million. In 2024, it is not inconceivable that this total could increase by a further two million – touching 20 million, twice as many as at the start of the century.
It doesn’t follow that data for the first quarter will be repeated in other quarters, but they are an indication. The Balearic Statistics Institute reported a 17% increase in tourist arrivals between January and March this year.
An indication, but the national tourism agency, Turespaña points to a 14% rise for the whole of Spain in May, and the Balearics have assumed national leadership when it comes to the greatest…
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