Mallorca welcomes thousands of visitors every year, but how we travel determines whether our stay adds to or takes away from the place. Being a responsible guest is not a symbolic gesture—it’s about daily choices that reduce environmental pressure, strengthen the local economy, and build connections with the community.
So, let’s do things right and enjoy our holidays in a different way—without losing an ounce of the excitement that comes with a well-deserved break from routine. Plus, you’ll be helping to care for the destination you’re visiting. Here are a few tips that will come in handy—take note!
Learn about seasonality: choosing to travel during low season helps distribute the benefits throughout the year. Prioritize less polluting means of transport, such as trains or buses. If you must fly, look for ways to offset your emissions by supporting local environmental restoration projects.
Your hotel choice makes a big difference. Choose accommodations with clear policies on energy saving, waste management, and local sourcing. Value those that invest in staff training and collaborate with the community.
Once you’re at the hotel, respect the rules and take part in the environmental measures suggested: reuse towels and sheets, turn off lights and air conditioning when you leave, and avoid single-use plastics. At all our hotels, we’ve already embraced these practices, and we hope to see you staying at one of our properties. However, if you decide not to stay with MarSenses Hotels & Homes—though we’ll be sad about it—we hope it’s a conscious decision that truly makes a difference.
Get around on foot, by bike, or by public transport whenever possible. It’s also another way to experience different adventures within your holiday adventure. Avoid mass excursions or activities that harm natural areas. Choose tour operators that work with local guides and are transparent about how profits are distributed. In nature, stick to trails, don’t feed wildlife, and limit your visit to designated areas.
Consume locally—it’s the most direct way to support the community. Choose restaurants that use local and seasonal products; buy certified handicrafts directly from workshops and avoid imported souvenirs. Ask about the origin of fish, fruits, vegetables, or wines—this way, you reduce your footprint and support traditional trades.
You don’t need to join a long-term volunteer program to contribute. You can attend charity events, sign up for local artisan workshops, donate to social projects, or join clean-up or reforestation days organized by the hotel. If you choose paid volunteering, make sure the NGO or organization operates responsibly.
Learn a few phrases in the local language, respect quiet hours, and always ask for permission before photographing people or ceremonies. Avoid “spectacle tourism” activities that trivialize traditions or exploit communities. These simple gestures strengthen cultural exchange.
YOUR ACTIONS SET THE TREND
Ask at reception about the hotel’s environmental and social policies, request information about local suppliers, and publicly support responsible businesses with positive reviews. Your feedback can help drive change in the industry.
Recycling, saving water, limiting plastic use, choosing low-impact activities, and buying from local producers all add up. If every visitor adopted even half of these actions, the benefits for the island would be noticeable.
In short: being a responsible guest means leaving Mallorca better than we found it. Beyond protecting the landscape, we’re also safeguarding its communities, culture, and the everyday life of those who call it home.
