What do you wear to Majorca?

What do you wear to Majorca? Dress Code Only the young wear shorts, with most working people wearing trousers or skirts. Nine in ten visitors to Spain don't go beyond the coastline, which means most people come here expecting to wear little. That doesn't mean, however, that wearing swimwear or for men to go bare-chested in cities is okay.

Can you drink on the streets in Mallorca?

Beginning in 2023 city council of Palma de Mallorca instituted the following new alcohol limits around Playa de Palma: Flat-rate alcohol sales are outlawed. Alcohol advertising is banned. Selling and consuming alcohol in the streets is prohibited.

Does it get cold at night in Majorca?

The weather in Mallorca remains warm throughout the year with average night time lows dropping to around 10ºC in December and January. The summer months can see temperatures reach 40ºC, although the averages are around 30ºC.

What to be aware of in Mallorca?

What alcohol is Mallorca known for?

The most famous Mallorcan liqueur is called “Palo”.

Is it OK to wear leggings in Spain?

While younger travelers or backpackers can probably throw on those leggings, and it's fine, just know that most locals won't wear yoga pants or fitness clothing unless they're actually heading to the gym or going for a hike or a run.

What is the drink rule in Majorca?

What is the new alcohol rule in Majorca? Holidaymakers heading to Magaluf, El Arenal, Playa de Palma in Mallorca and Sant Antoni in Ibiza are now being limited to six alcoholic drinks per day. These will be distributed evenly between lunch and dinner - meaning tourists will only be offered three free drinks per meal.

Can you drink the water in Majorca?

Yes, we talk about the nasty chemicals in the tap water, however it may surprise you to know that the tap water in Palma is considered safe to drink, and – coming from someone who proudly (and maybe a bit lazily) drinks it – I can verify that generally speaking, the taste is absolutely fine.

Why is Majorca so expensive?

Why are prices rising in Mallorca? A year on from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, energy and food prices - which surged at the onset of the war - remain high. In Majorca, inflation is currently at 5.8 per cent. The increase in tourism prices can be partly attributed to this global price surge.

Do you tip in Mallorca?

Tipping is nevertheless voluntary in Mallorca, and is simply a way of showing that the customer is satisfied with the service. Conversely, this means that with unsatisfactory service the tip may well be withheld. Depending on the level of satisfaction, an amount of 5-15% of the invoice amount is appropriate.

How should tourists dress in Spain?

Our advice would be to save your shorts and sarong for the beach; wearing them elsewhere will label you as a tourist. Also, skimpy or tight-fitting clothes may result in unwanted attention. A loose cotton shirt makes a great cover-up over swimwear and looks equally good away from the beach too.

How do you dress in Spain and not look like a tourist?

Is the 6 drink rule in Majorca?

Is there a drink limit in Majorca? During 2022, restrictions on alcoholic drinks in all-inclusive hotels in Mallorca were placed only in a small selection of hotels to combat drunken tourism. These restrictions have continued into 2023. These restrictions mean a 6-drink limit in selected hotels.