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Update Mallorca prices with verified Kayak data

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- Flights MAN→PMI: £301-610 verified (cheapest direct £301)
- Car hire (10 days): £483+ verified (much higher than estimated)
- Updated budget calculations with verified prices
- No-car option now recommended for budget (£1,651 total)
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## Flight Options (Manchester → Palma) ## Flight Options (Manchester → Palma)
### Airlines & Typical Prices (July 2026) ### Airlines & Typical Prices (July 2026) ✅ VERIFIED 16 March 2026
| Airline | Typical Price (return, family of 3) | Notes | | Airline | Typical Price (return, family of 3) | Notes |
|---------|-------------------------------------|-------| |---------|-------------------------------------|-------|
| **Ryanair** | £180-280 | Cheapest | | **Cheapest direct** | **£301** | Various airlines |
| **easyJet** | £220-350 | Good value | | **Direct options** | £301-610 | easyJet, Jet2, TUI, Vueling |
| **Jet2** | £280-420 | Includes 22kg bag | | **Best value** | £301-385 | Direct, good times |
| **TUI** | £300-500 | Package holidays |
**Estimated Cost:** £250-400 for family of 3 **Verified Cost (18-28 July 2026, family of 3):** £301-610
**Source:** Kayak UK - direct search 16 March 2026
**Actual Prices Found:**
- £301, £312, £334, £347, £362, £383, £384, £385 (cheapest direct options)
- £440, £470, £483, £505, £555, £558, £610 (Jet2, TUI options)
**Flight Times:** **Flight Times:**
- Duration: 2h 30m direct - Duration: 2h 30m direct
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## Car Hire (Palma Airport) ## Car Hire (Palma Airport) ✅ VERIFIED 16 March 2026
### Prices (10-12 days, July) ### Prices (10 days, 18-28 July 2026)
| Car Type | Daily Rate | 12 Days | With Insurance | | Car Type | Price (10 days) | Provider |
|----------|-----------|---------|----------------| |----------|-----------------|----------|
| Economy | £8-12 | £96-144 | £180-220 | | Small/Economy | £483+ | Various (Hertz, etc.) |
| Compact | £12-18 | £144-216 | £240-300 | | Medium | £656+ | Various |
| Family | £18-25 | £216-300 | £320-400 | | Large | £1,068+ | Various |
| SUV | £673+ | Various |
**Estimated Cost:** £180-280 with full insurance **Verified Cost (10 days):** £483-673+ depending on car type
**Note:** Car is USEFUL but not essential if staying in one place with nearby amenities. **Source:** Kayak UK - direct search 16 March 2026
**Note:** Prices are higher in peak season. Car is USEFUL but not essential if staying in one place with nearby amenities.
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### Option A: Villa Package (Flights Included) ### Option A: Villa Package (Flights Included)
| Item | Cost | | Item | Cost | Status |
|------|------| |------|------|--------|
| Villa package (flights + villa + private pool) | £1,600 | | Villa package (flights + villa + private pool) | £1,600 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| Car hire (if not included) | £200 | | Car hire (if not included) | £483+ | ✅ Verified |
| Food (self-catering) | £350 | | Food (self-catering) | £350 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| Activities | £200 | | Activities | £200 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| **TOTAL** | **£2,350** | | **TOTAL** | **£2,633+** | ⚠️ **Over budget** |
⚠️ **Over budget** - consider 7 nights instead ### Option B: Self-Booked (Budget) ✅ UPDATED WITH VERIFIED PRICES
### Option B: Self-Booked (Budget) | Item | Cost | Status |
|------|------|--------|
| Flights (cheapest direct) | £301 | ✅ Verified (Kayak) |
| Car hire (small) | £483 | ✅ Verified (Kayak) |
| Apartment (shared pool, 10 nights) | £700 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| Food (self-catering) | £300 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| Activities | £150 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| **TOTAL** | **£1,934** | ✅ **Under budget!** |
| Item | Cost | **Note:** Car hire is quite expensive in July - consider if you really need one.
|------|------|
| Flights (Ryanair) | £280 |
| Car hire (economy) | £180 |
| Apartment (shared pool, 10 nights) | £800 |
| Food (self-catering) | £300 |
| Activities | £150 |
| **TOTAL** | **£1,710** |
✅ **Under budget!** ### Option C: No Car (Stay in Resort Area)
### Option C: 7 Nights Villa Package | Item | Cost | Status |
|------|------|--------|
| Flights (cheapest direct) | £301 | ✅ Verified |
| Apartment (shared pool, walk to beach) | £800 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| Food (self-catering) | £300 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| Activities + local taxis | £250 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| **TOTAL** | **£1,651** | ✅ **Well under budget!** |
| Item | Cost | ### Option D: 7 Nights Villa Package
|------|------|
| Villa package (7 nights, flights + villa) | £1,200 |
| Car hire | £150 |
| Food | £250 |
| Activities | £150 |
| **TOTAL** | **£1,750** |
✅ **Under budget with private pool!** | Item | Cost | Status |
|------|------|--------|
| Villa package (7 nights, flights + villa) | £1,200 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| Car hire (7 days) | £350 | ⚠️ Estimate (prorated) |
| Food | £250 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| Activities | £150 | ⚠️ Estimate |
| **TOTAL** | **£1,950** | ✅ **Under budget with private pool!** |
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## My Verdict ## My Verdict
**Best for a guaranteed private pool experience.** **Best for a guaranteed private pool experience - but car hire is expensive.**
If you want your own pool, Mallorca villas are the way to go. You'll need to do 7 nights instead of 10 to stay under £2,000, but you'll have a beautiful base with your own pool. If you want your own pool, Mallorca villas are the way to go. You'll need to do 7 nights instead of 10 to stay under £2,000, but you'll have a beautiful base with your own pool.
**Alternative:** 10 nights with shared pool apartment = under £2,000. **Budget-friendly option:** 10 nights with shared pool apartment + NO car = **£1,651** ✅
**Note:** Car hire in July is surprisingly expensive (£483+ for 10 days). Consider staying in a walkable area instead.
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## Pricing Status (Browser Verified - 16 March 2026)
| Item | Estimated | Actual | Source |
|------|-----------|--------|--------|
| Flights MAN→PMI | £250-400 | **£301-610** | ✅ kayak.co.uk direct search (18-28 Jul 2026) |
| Car Hire (10 days, small) | £180-280 | **£483+** | ✅ kayak.co.uk (Hertz, etc.) |
| Apartment (10 nights, shared pool) | £600-1,000 | £700-1,000 | ⚠️ Estimate - needs verification |
| Villa package (7 nights) | £1,200 | £1,200 | ⚠️ Estimate - needs verification |
### Key Findings:
1. **Flights cheaper than expected** - £301 cheapest direct option
2. **Car hire MUCH more expensive** - £483+ for 10 days (vs £180-280 estimated)
3. **Without car is the budget winner** - saves ~£500
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*Created: 15 March 2026* *Created: 15 March 2026*
*All prices estimates - verify before booking* *Prices verified where marked, otherwise estimates*
*All estimates clearly marked with ⚠️*