Do Mallorcans consider themselves Spanish?

On Mallorca there is a sense of a dual Catalan and Spanish identity, added to a third sense of cultural identity, that of being Mallorcan.



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You may sometimes hear it referred to as Mallorquí, the name for the dialect of Catalan spoken on the island. Outside of Palma, most people speak Catalan at home and on the street. But of course everyone speaks Spanish and you'll be able to practice it and be understood by everyone.

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We are sure that locals would appreciate you using them:
  1. How do you say hello in Mallorca? “hola”
  2. How do you say Goodbye in Mallorca? “adéu”
  3. Good morning: “bon dia”. If you want to be even more local, then use “uep, bon dia, com anam?”
  4. Good evening: “bon vespre”


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“Mallorca” is the Spanish spelling of the island, while “Majorca” is the most popular spelling in English, as well as other languages and countries. Officially, the name of the island is Mallorca, which is technically the correct spelling.

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The Balearic Islands are one of the autonomous communities in Spain which welcomes the most foreigners, either to spend a few days vacation, or to settle permanently. On the island of Mallorca, if there is one group that has always led the foreign communities with regards to ex-pat living, it is the British community.

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Majorca | Spain, Largest of the Balearic Islands, Landscape & Tourism | Britannica.

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Areas to avoid If you're after something more relaxed, do stay away from Magaluf and Palma Nova as these places are where you'll find a lot of the 18-30's groups, along with English-style pubs, a big drinking culture and all-night parties. They are also jam-packed during the peak tourism months of July and August.

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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.

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Mallorca has a long-standing reputation as a world-class sailing destination, playing host to some of the world's most prestigious sailing events and offering many miles of magnificent coastline for visiting sailors to explore.

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For long decades, Mallorca is so popular among Germans and Brits because of its long and sandy beaches, awesome Mediterranean climate, and ideal costs for both living and holiday. There are many more numerous reasons for this choice of Brits and Germans.

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Not all Germans who came to the island were travellers that spent only the summer season, some of them established there as their place of residence. In fact, after the Nazi party took the power, thousands of Germans emigrated to Majorca, as they felt safe in the democratic Spain of the second Republic.

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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.

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Etymology. The name derives from Classical Latin insula maior, larger island.

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Mallorca is spelled with two l's no matter if you are speaking Catalan, Spanish, or the local dialect on the island, Mallorquin. Therefore, the Spanish people call the island “Mallorca.

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Mallorca offers tons to see and do on the cheap, from sandy beaches and inviting markets to impressive natural features and historical sites on a fun-filled Mediterranean island. With such a diverse array of affordable activities, your trip to Mallorca can be packed full of fun while staying on budget.

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The Ultimate Mallorca Food Guide
  • Tumbet. Tumbet is a flavorsome, vegetable-based staple that dates back to the 16th century. ...
  • Sobrassada. Next, good sobrassada should get an infusion of heat from paprika, which is typically grown locally on the island. ...
  • Panades. ...
  • Trampó ...
  • Coca mallorquina. ...
  • Arròs brut. ...
  • Botifarra negra. ...
  • Cocarrois.


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