Only residents and those coming to work are allowed into Spanish destinations such as Palma, the capital of MallorcaBritish holidaymakers were turned away on arrival at Palma Mallorca airport this morning because the only people allowed onto the island are Spanish residents and those travelling for work. A group of Britons who work in social media and said they had travelled to Mallorca for business were questioned by border control, despite having the necessary paperwork for entry. SponsoredThe ban on most travel from the UK to Spain is in force until May 31. Spain’s tourism minister, Reyes Maroto, said the EU was working on a change to its recommendations for non-essential visits, which has meant travellers from countries outside the bloc being prevented from entering EU territory. Arriving at Palma are Sofia Chaparro, Keylan Moran, Ryan Atkins and Lauren Dooley TERENIA TARASThe minister added that Spain “is working with the British market so that tourism reactivation occurs

Source: The Times May 20, 2021 11:37 UTC