You can also buy bags that are designed to be theft-proof from my Amazon holiday shop here www.amazon.co.uk/shop/mallorcaunderthesun Read more about Crime in Mallorca in this article here: mallorcaunderthesun.com/crime-in-mallorca/ Watch the video here: kzitem.info/news/bejne/14GAwJ97hYWTd44
@kennyphillips6281
Жыл бұрын
Petty crime happens around the world, not just in Spain, wherever you go....be careful!!
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@nightrider8908
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the useful advice! I always keep my passport in the safe in my hotel room, so it's very unlikely anyone can steal it. I have had inexpensive things stolen from me on the Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro, and a beach close to Mtwara, Tanzania. Coming over in August!
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Definitely best to keep the passport etc under lock and key! It's worth paying the couple of euros extra per day for.
@D6229
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the warning Alex. This could also apply to just about anywhere in the world. Keep safe! David, Germany
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@georgemartin9618
Жыл бұрын
Take photos of your passport and important documents including flight and hotel bookings. Email them to yourself so even if your phone is stolen you can access them from another device ,hopefully not the police station.
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Great advice, thanks George!
@greeneileen
Жыл бұрын
It's always funny to hear that nothing can be done. There's no political will to do anything about it. I don't hear you victim-blaming, but I do think the local culture implies that when this happens it's the fault of someone who has been 'careless'. I've lived in Barcelona for a decade and the idea is the same. In my opinion the least-solvable problem is child pickpockets, who really are released basically without consequence. Keep in mind that street entertainment is also a draw for thieves since it's tourists who are most likely to stop for it. Where the rosemary scheme is concerned, do not even let the person put it in your hand. A common tactic is for them to insist it's free - a gift! - then tell your forture, which they loudly demand you pay for sometimes with tears and a lot of embarrassing drama. This is expecially prevalent in Cordoba, but can happen anywhere in Spain!
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks for your comment here. Yes, it's an interesting subject and one that's not easy to solve. And there is nothing that can be done expect to release these people back on the streets. :(
@SouthWestSundays
Жыл бұрын
Such a lot of really good advice in this video Alex! It’s so good to be cautious and it’s great that you show some of the most common places in Palma that pick pocketing happens so people can be extra cautious in those areas. Hopefully no one will need the advice about what to do if it happens but you explain it so well here. I enjoyed seeing lots of my Palma favourite places in this video too! Looks lovely there in the sunshine!
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely Louise! Nice views but so important to be aware of surroundings too!
@iandavies1893
Жыл бұрын
You make some really good, informative videos, have watched loads of them. 😊
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Oh bless you, thanks so much Ian!
@iandavies1893
Жыл бұрын
Keep up the great work. Visiting this month and taking your videos in mind. Normally don't listen to many peoples opinions but yours have been great. 😉
@fatboyslim3550
Жыл бұрын
Great video and always informative, thank you for sharing it with us 👍🇪🇸
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Ian!
@carolinegoode9564
Жыл бұрын
Great information. Thanks for reminding everyone to keep aware, especially in crowded areas. 👍
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Hi Caroline! I don't want to hear of anyone getting pickpocketed this year. I may be repeating myself as we go through the summer too.
@faithg9766
Жыл бұрын
Great advice, you just need to be aware, it's awful seeing all the backpacks & bags on floor or tables. Palma still looks amazing.
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
After I made this video, I was sitting in a restaurant a few weeks ago and there was a kid crawling between the tables dipping into the bags.. So absolutely never leave a handbag on the floor!
@tommymoffat5633
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video Alex. Very well made and explained
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tommy! It's easy to get swept away by the beauty of some of these areas, so super important to stay vigilant!
@lespaul886
2 ай бұрын
Just take out what you need I never take a wallet I take cash in my pocket for what I need ..Never had a problem
@Max-wv4dw
Жыл бұрын
A serious topic. Paying attention to your belongings is half the battle. What a wonderful weather today, beautiful old town with great views.
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Max, it is!
@kathrynhall9920
Жыл бұрын
I am so pleased that I found your channel. You cover lots of useful aspects of holidaying in Mallorca. I am very grateful Thank you so much Alex.
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Kathryn! Welcome to my channel!
@manuelfg2902
Жыл бұрын
Who is the most wonderful woman from england? Who gives you the best info ever?
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
HAHAHA 😂 Thanks Manuel!
@manuelfg2902
Жыл бұрын
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun so you in england visiting your family......May you give'em regards from me? 😀
@Jkay765
Жыл бұрын
Great Advice Alex, You do not want your holiday ruined by a thief.
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! I really hope the video helps prevent anyone getting their stuff pinched.
@stargazing3956
Жыл бұрын
Shame about all the graffiti
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
I'm guessing the locals are doing this... it's a bit sad to be honest
@violynxaz
4 ай бұрын
Hi Alex, can you share a list of beach that has sunbeds with lockers? That will be very useful for solo travellers. Im visiting in Jun. Thank you.
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
4 ай бұрын
They will all have them now.
@markfalshaw-gv9im
Жыл бұрын
Another top video Alex,your so right about pick pockets they are in all major cities but a bit more prevalent in Holiday destinations especially the number one destination for holidays in Europe ie Majorca ,last year in Puerto Pollensa our second home we were chatting to a lady who was going on a trip to Palma and I happened to say to her be careful with those back packs on your back meaning pick pockets wich was met with a raised eye brow from a lady on the next table ,another scare monger who doesn't know what he's talking about to wich I replied it ,happens, I Love Majorca its our 40 th year Coming here so I am just saying be careful, I knew this other lady was talking about me to her after we said bye and have a nice day but just trying to help,later that night at the Hotel she came up to me and said you were right we had our passports and debit and credit cards stolen from our back pack in the Cathedral of all place's but fortunately no cash , I felt so sorry for her ,I said make sure if you see you know who tell her what happened she said I have and she was so rude to me she said I probably lost them they weren't stolen ,jeeezzz , be vigilant guys that's all, you can still have a fabulous holiday and be careful at the same time ,happy Holiday's 😊
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Hi Mark - absolutely - it’s not scaremongering at all. I’ve heard too many stories of people having been pickpocketed that this is just a timely reminder pre summer. Always better to be safe than sorry 🤗
@alanwebb1842
Жыл бұрын
Wow! Never seen this part of Palma.. looks great and I’ll now travel very conscious Thankyou!
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
More videos to come from here!
@chrisfinch2807
Жыл бұрын
Pickpockets are everywhere it seems. Thanks for the video
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Yes they are! And you're welcome Chris!
@HankyHaynes
Жыл бұрын
Thanks again for another interesting video. We plan on visiting Palma in August during our stay in Cala Bona. Do you plan on doing any videos on tips & interesting things to do & see in Palma?
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
It's on the agenda Dan!
@AH-hv8hm
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, very informative! I can't believe the amount of graffiti there is
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
You and me both!
@TheVigilant109
Жыл бұрын
Very timely advice Alex. Many thanks. regards, John
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome John!
@trevorstanley8806
Жыл бұрын
Hi alex I was going to leave my bag in the hotel but she follows me every were xx😄😎
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂 LOL!
@FIFLAN6
Жыл бұрын
Always nice to se your videos from Benny in sweden now in Pattaya Thailand
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Benny! Have an amazing holiday!
@FIFLAN6
Жыл бұрын
I hope to see terreno soon. Benny now hollyday in Thailand
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Hahaha, let's see if I can make that happen!
@DanielLarcombe-ft8fm
Жыл бұрын
It was fine I've just flew back 2 hours a go
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Glad you had a great time Daniel !
@DanielLarcombe-ft8fm
Жыл бұрын
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun yh thanks I did 🍺👍🌞
@andersstreifeldt2990
Жыл бұрын
Nice light in Palma.
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
It sure is!
@Black-Circle
Жыл бұрын
it only happens to idiots and people who are sloppy
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
No, not really.
@Black-Circle
Жыл бұрын
@@MallorcaUnderTheSun yes really. Seen it all the time abroad. Idiots getting their phones snatched out there hands because they walk around like easy targets
@desmondpage8690
Жыл бұрын
Good advice alex😢
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Definitely worth bearing in mind. Thanks Des!
@JanKowalski-nn8zn
Жыл бұрын
6:20 pickpocket woman
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
lol, i did get a strange look!
@JanKowalski-nn8zn
Жыл бұрын
its simple 1.after arrive dont go to city 2.after checkout dont go to city 3.never take documents and all cash
@MallorcaUnderTheSun
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jan.... .or go to the city and stay vigilant. The city is great... just have to be careful.
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