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

A New Tone in Mallorca Tourism Politics

Mallorca’s tourism leadership is changing. Here’s what Guillem Ginard’s appointment could mean for rentals, dialogue and administration.

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

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What could change in Mallorca tourism after Guillem Ginard replaces José Marcial Rodríguez?

The main change is likely to be one of style rather than a complete policy reversal. Rodríguez was known for a strict stance on illegal holiday rentals, while Ginard is expected to bring more dialogue and a broader link between tourism and culture. Whether that translates into faster solutions for unresolved administrative problems will depend on how quickly he acts.

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