Overview

• CAEB says performance has lagged since May and businesses are banking on September to recover part of the season.
• Adopuma reports about a 20% year‑on‑year drop in July for beach bars, parasol hire and water‑activity operators, with occupancy staying weak in August.
• Restaurant takings are estimated to be down around 15% even as official data show average spend per visitor in Majorca rose 1% to €1,403.
• Authorities and industry leaders say confrontational tactics — from blocking hotel access to confronting diners and water‑pistol incidents — have made visitors feel unwelcome, with police intervening in one Palma clash.
• Business groups are pressing for price caps, counter‑messaging and affordability measures, while some operators also cite nightlife restrictions and a shift of holidaymakers to other destinations.