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When El Gordo Gets Stingy: Why Mallorcans Buy Fewer Christmas Lottery Tickets

Why Some Mallorcans Skip the Christmas Lottery

Some Mallorcans no longer buy Christmas lottery tickets because rising living costs leave less room for extras.

Published: April 23, 2026
When El Gordo Gets Stingy: Why Mallorcans Buy Fewer Christmas Lottery Tickets

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Why do some Mallorcans skip the Christmas lottery altogether?

For some households in Mallorca, the Christmas lottery has become an optional expense rather than a tradition they can always afford. When electricity, food, and other essentials take priority, even a familiar seasonal purchase can feel too expensive.

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