Just returned from a diy trip to majorca.
My husband and I (no- we dont have royal connections!!) have mobility problems and having previously visited this airport and struggled with the sheer size of it we asked for assistance. We flew bmibaby from Cardiff.
On arrival at Palma we exited the plane via a huge lift that then transported us to the baggage hall ent. This took a few minutes- just have your passports ready as you go through a seperate passport control area.
Wheelchair users were using the same facilities.
On return, the lady on the check in desk called for a buggy and within a few minutes we were shown to security (on the same level and about 20 paces from the desk) and onto a buggy. A 5 minute drive wizzing past people and through passport control and we were at our gate.
The whole experience was excellent and to be recommended.
Please dont be affraid to ask for help even if you dont generally use a wheelchair. We will use Palma again with no worries.
On return I asked for assistance at check in having been told at our hotel that Palma airport are very good at that. I waited a few minutes for someone else who needed assistance then we were whisked away through a special security area into a buggy and straight to the gate. Only problem was we had a 2 1/2 hour delay due to technical problems which meant we were sitting at the gate for 4 hours. Very good service we thought.
Pippa
My question is when do we ask for assistance on arrival at Palma airport?
Is it when we book the flight (we usually go diy) , at UK check in, on the plane, or on arrival in the airport? My wife can walk short distances so doesn't need help at our small local airport it's just the sheer size of palma airport.
Had a look through the airport website. They recommend that you do this when booking your flights.
We have used Palma airport many times and mostly gone DIY. You should always let the airline know that you need assistance when you book because they need to know how many people are on the plane needing assistance. When you get to the airport you will need to ask for wheelchair assistance immediately especially if there are only 2 of you. Its obviously impossible to manage a luggage trolley and a wheelchair (although we have done it at smaller airports) Palma airport is the best we have used for wheelchair assistance. We always keep some Euros to tip the porters who are very helpful. A smile and `Gracias` also goes a long way!
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