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Not welcome: Mallorca, the new choice for wealthy guests

Sebastian Kisters
May 8, 2026

Gulf countries are losing wealthy tourists, who prefer destinations free from missile threats. But people in Mallorca are not sure about being their new destination of choice.

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Mallorcais experiencing a tourism boom: Amid global crises, the island is seen as a safe travel destination, attracting visitors from around the world.

Luxury holidays, rising hotel prices, and new direct flights are driving demand. In addition to Germans, more tourists are arriving from North America, South Korea and the Middle East.

At the same time, the boom is worsening the housing shortage, as soaring property prices push locals out.