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Tourism on the Eve of a Course Change: Returnee Ginard Replaces Hardliner Rodríguez

The Future of Enforcement Against Illegal Rentals in Mallorca

Illegal holiday rentals remain a major issue in Mallorca. A new tourism chief could change the tone, but enforcement is likely to stay.

Published: April 22, 2026
Tourism on the Eve of a Course Change: Returnee Ginard Replaces Hardliner Rodríguez

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Will Mallorca keep cracking down on illegal holiday rentals?

A tougher approach is still possible, because the issue remains central to tourism policy on the island. José Marcial Rodríguez built his reputation on controls and sanctions, and any successor still has to deal with public pressure from residents, municipalities and the industry. The real question is whether enforcement will be paired with more mediation and administrative fixes.

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