WARNING! Pickpockets in Palma De Mallorca, Spain

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

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[@SouthWestSundays]

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]

Absolutely Louise! Nice views but so important to be aware of surroundings too!

[@kathrynhall9920]

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]

Thanks so much Kathryn! Welcome to my channel!

[@carolinegoode9564]

Great information. Thanks for reminding everyone to keep aware, especially in crowded areas. 👍

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

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.

[@D6229]

Thanks for the warning Alex. This could also apply to just about anywhere in the world. Keep safe! David, Germany

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Absolutely!

[@iandavies1893]

You make some really good, informative videos, have watched loads of them. 😊

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Oh bless you, thanks so much Ian!

[@iandavies1893]

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. 😉

[@tommymoffat5633]

Fantastic video Alex. Very well made and explained

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thanks Tommy! It's easy to get swept away by the beauty of some of these areas, so super important to stay vigilant!

[@fatboyslim3550]

Great video and always informative, thank you for sharing it with us 👍🇪🇸

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

You're very welcome Ian!

[@Jkay765]

Great Advice Alex, You do not want your holiday ruined by a thief.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Absolutely! I really hope the video helps prevent anyone getting their stuff pinched.

[@faithg9766]

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]

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!

[@Max-wv4dw]

A serious topic. Paying attention to your belongings is half the battle. What a wonderful weather today, beautiful old town with great views.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thanks Max, it is!

[@nightrider8908]

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]

Definitely best to keep the passport etc under lock and key! It's worth paying the couple of euros extra per day for.

[@alanwebb1842]

Wow! Never seen this part of Palma.. looks great and I’ll now travel very conscious Thankyou!

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

More videos to come from here!

[@TheVigilant109]

Very timely advice Alex. Many thanks. regards, John

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

You're very welcome John!

[@HankyHaynes]

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]

It's on the agenda Dan!

[@chrisfinch2807]

Pickpockets are everywhere it seems. Thanks for the video

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Yes they are! And you're welcome Chris!

[@FIFLAN6]

Always nice to se your videos from Benny in sweden now in Pattaya Thailand

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Benny! Have an amazing holiday!

[@georgemartin9618]

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]

Great advice, thanks George!

[@kennyphillips6281]

Petty crime happens around the world, not just in Spain, wherever you go....be careful!!

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Absolutely!

[@AH-hv8hm]

Thanks for the video, very informative! I can't believe the amount of graffiti there is

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

You and me both!

[@violynxaz]

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]

They will all have them now.

[@desmondpage8690]

Good advice alex😢

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Definitely worth bearing in mind. Thanks Des!

[@andersstreifeldt2990]

Nice light in Palma.

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

It sure is!

[@FIFLAN6]

I hope to see terreno soon. Benny now hollyday in Thailand

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Hahaha, let's see if I can make that happen!

[@trevorstanley8806]

Hi alex I was going to leave my bag in the hotel but she follows me every were xx😄😎

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

😂😂😂 LOL!

[@markfalshaw-gv9im]

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]

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 🤗

[@greeneileen]

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]

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. :(

[@DanielLarcombe-ft8fm]

It was fine I've just flew back 2 hours a go

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Glad you had a great time Daniel !

[@DanielLarcombe-ft8fm]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun yh thanks I did 🍺👍🌞

[@manuelfg2902]

Who is the most wonderful woman from england? Who gives you the best info ever?

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

HAHAHA 😂 Thanks Manuel!

[@manuelfg2902]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun so you in england visiting your family......May you give'em regards from me? 😀

[@lespaul886]

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

[@Black-Circle]

it only happens to idiots and people who are sloppy

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

No, not really.

[@Black-Circle]

@@MallorcaUnderTheSun yes really. Seen it all the time abroad. Idiots getting their phones snatched out there hands because they walk around like easy targets

[@stargazing3956]

Shame about all the graffiti

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

I'm guessing the locals are doing this... it's a bit sad to be honest

[@JanKowalski-nn8zn]

6:20 pickpocket woman

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

lol, i did get a strange look!

[@JanKowalski-nn8zn]

its simple 1.after arrive dont go to city 2.after checkout dont go to city 3.never take documents and all cash

[@MallorcaUnderTheSun]

Thanks Jan.... .or go to the city and stay vigilant. The city is great... just have to be careful.