Cala Millor: After Pickpockets, Women with Carnations Are Also Targeting Tourists – Tourists Warn

Why Cala Millor Stands Out in Particular

The promenade in Cala Millor is lively in the evening: around 6:30 PM couples stroll, retirees with e-readers, and the usual groups of tourists. In recent days I have heard the same thing more often: complaints about pickpockets, and now something else – women offering carnations or rosemary sprigs, apparently with a trick intended to distract.

How the incident is described

Several German tourists have described similar scenes in a local Facebook group. Typical sequence: a woman in a light T-shirt comes across friendly, murmurs a few words and offers a flower or a twig. While conversation and gestures get close enough, apparently a accomplice acts – or the bag is suddenly open. Sounds like theater, but for those affected it's anything but funny.

Experiences on Site

I was at the Passeig Marítim yesterday myself and spoke with waiters, taxi drivers and guests. No one is talking about isolated cases anymore. A restaurant employee on the Plaça dels Mariners corner said that we see them again and again, especially when many people are out. The Guardia Civil has the phenomenon on the island on the radar for longer, so they say – but tourists' perception is currently particularly high.

What you can practically do

Very pragmatically: Valuables you do not need daily stay in the hotel safe. Wear bags over the shoulder, preferably across the body. Not carrying phones visibly in the outer pocket for a moment is an invitation. If someone pushes a flower on you: politely refuse, calmly move on. And stay away from confrontations – instead call the police if something happens.

If you are in Cala Millor or Sa Coma: note the time, place and clothing of the persons. Photos help, if it is safe to do so. Any report at the police station can reveal patterns and thus help prevent repetitions.

Why reporting is important

Many people would rather report online than go to the police. I understand that – no one wants to spend their vacation dealing with authorities. But precisely through official reports, investigators get a picture. Only then can targeted checks be justified.

Finally, an honest tip: Mallorca is not generally dangerous, but like in any popular holiday destination there are tricks. Vigilance costs little and can spare a lot of trouble. If you see something suspicious, speak to the hotel staff or inform the Guardia Civil – better a quick phone call too many than a stolen wallet.

I will keep at it and ask again: at the police, the beach vendors and the people who work here every summer. If you have experiences, you can share them – the more concrete, the better for everyone.