Caution on the East Coast: Pickpockets in Cala Millor and Sa Coma on the Move

Where Caution Makes Sense Now

On Cala Millor and Sa Coma, many travelers currently report thefts — especially wallets, IDs and mobile phones are said to disappear. The descriptions from local groups sound similar: a brief shove at the beach access, a distraction on the promenade, or someone suddenly grabbing for a ball. If you're wobbling in flip-flops and sunscreen, you often notice such things too late.

What Affected People Say

Several German guests report that the perpetrators specifically target tourists. A typical scenario: late morning, when the promenade is full of families, small groups appear who stay close to the beach bar. Sometimes it happens quickly — wallet out of the pocket, card gone. One woman said her 89-year-old mother-in-law with a walker was almost robbed. Such stories may sound banal, but they are not.

Why Here?

The east coast is still well visited in autumn, many people, few staff at small cash desks, tourists often inattentive. Opportunities make it easy for thieves: open pockets on the beach, jackets over sun loungers, phones on the table next to the deck chair. If you're out and about during the rush between 11 and 14 o'clock, you should be especially vigilant.

Simple, Practical Tips

Practical and without alarmism: Passports and larger cash amounts in the hotel safe. A second, small wallet with little cash and a spare card is practical. Fanny packs under clothing work better than loose shoulder bags. Small tip: store credit cards and ID separately, not together. And please do not leave valuables unattended on the beach — not even for five minutes.

If Something Happens

If theft occurs, go immediately to the responsible police station and file a report — this is important for insurance and card blocks. Copies of the report often help when communicating with banks or embassies. In Palma there are fixed contact points; on the east coast it is usually the local Policía Nacional or Guardia Civil posts.

The situation is annoying, but avoidable. A bit of mistrust and a few simple security rules protect against a lot of trouble. If you're sitting in the bar on the Passeig in the evening: keep your bag close to your legs and never hang it openly from the backrest. That sounds old-fashioned, but it works.

If you are affected: stay calm, file a report and block the cards. And tell your accommodation — hotels often have practical notices or help report the incident.