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Mallorca • No. 2075 • 10 - 16 April 2025
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Spain’s global hub The most diverse region nationwide
BALEARES has consolidated itself as the region in Spain with the highest percentage of foreign population. According to the latest data, as of 1 January 2025, the Balearic Islands had a total population of 1,244,394 inhabitants, of which 352,221 were born abroad, representing approximately 28.3 per cent of the total. The distribution of the foreign population varies across the islands, with Ibiza and Formentera having the highest proportion, with nearly 28 per cent of their inhabitants born outside Spain. Mallorca has 20 per cent of foreign residents, while Menorca has just un-
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der 13 per cent. Among the most represented nationalities are Argentinians, Moroccans, Colombians, Germans, and Britons. This significant percen-
tage of foreign population in Baleares reflects the region’s cultural diversity and its appeal as a destination for residents from different parts of the world.
At a national level, the foreign population in Spain has experienced growth since the third quarter of 2021, when there were 5,368,715 foreign residents. According to provisional data for the first quarter of 2025 from the National Institute of Statistics (INE), this figure has increased to 6,852,348, representing 14 per cent of Spain’s total population. Nationally, the foreign population residing in Spain has grown by more than five million since the beginning of the registration process in 2002. At that time, foreigners living in Spain numbered just over two million, with 1,737,972 inhabitants.
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Walk against cancer A month of fundraising & support IN April, vital funds and awareness will be raised for Cancer Support Mallorca, helping those affected by cancer. Whether you’re registered or not, you can join any of the organised walks or go along to the Final Celebration Party at Sa Vinya on May 3 to celebrate the end of this campaign. This weekend, Paul Martin will be running the half marathon to raise funds for Cancer Support Mallorca. Paul has also organised a special fundraiser at Archie’s Bar on April 19. Get ready for live music, exciting raffles, and an afternoon of fun, all for a great cause! Join this cancer support initiative by participating in one of the upcoming walks on April 13 or 15, or in the special walk in Pollensa on April 12. Get involved and support the cause!
Easter hotel boom
MALLORCA is set for a strong tourism season this Easter, with 92 per cent of hotels across the island expected to be open. The average occupancy rate is projected to reach 70 per cent, with some areas seeing rates of up to 80 per cent. These figures mark a positive recovery for Mallorca’s tourism sector, indicating an ongoing rebound after recent years of decline. The Balearic Hotel Business Federation (FEHM) reports that hotel openings for Easter 2025 will surpass last year’s figures by two percentage points, reflecting the growing confidence of the industry. Alongside this, online restaurant bookings are anticipated to rise by 8 per cent, according to Palma Beach data, further bolstering the local economy.
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A positive recovery for Mallorca’s tourism sector.
This optimistic outlook underscores Mallorca’s enduring appeal as a sought-after holiday destination. The high hotel occupancy and rising restaurant bookings signal a vibrant tourism market, not only
for Easter but for the broader year ahead. These trends highlight the resilience of Mallorca’s tourism industry as it continues to recover and attract visitors from all over the world.
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