News of the day 2 February 2024
News / Latest headlines
GESA building in Palma, Mallorca

Latest headlines

Upwards of 45 million euros to rehabilitate Palma's GESA building

Conversion into a sustainable building doesn't come cheap.

Andrew Ede

Marcus Cooper Walz

Latest headlines

Arrests of robbers who stole from Olympic gold medallist

The family home of Marcus Cooper Walz was one among a number where robberies were committed.

Andrew Ede

Playa de Palma, Mallorca

Majorca tourism

Balearics annual tourist record shattered by 1.3 million

An astonishing increase that will only add to the debate about overtourism.

Andrew Ede

ESRA North charity donation

Latest headlines

ESRA North's heartfelt contribution

Over the past year ESRA North (English Speaking Residents Association) has been raising funds for their chosen charity, ASNIMO, who do fantastic work for people with Downs Syndrome and other disabilities.

ESRA North

A wonderful property: Photo: Minkner & Bonitz - M&B Immobilien Mallorca

Latest headlines

Inside Jurgen Klopp's Mallorca home

Klopp joked he would love to become Real Mallorca manager!

Jason Moore

News / Comment
Ukrainian serviceman prepares shells to fire a L119 howitzer

Comment

Don’t panic Captain Mainwaring

“The British army has given all its guns to Ukraine"

Jason Moore

Vox speaker, Gabriel Le Senne

Comment

Vox: Any grown-ups left in the building?

The party has been brought into disrepute as has parliament.

Andrew Ede

Holiday / Lifestyle
Having started my yachting career in Mallorca I always wanted to live here

Crew focus in Mallorca

From yacht life to shoreline success in Mallorca

This week I’m chatting to South African/British ex First Mate Lyle Skypage, who, after seven years in the yachting industry is now working from his home office in Palma.

Erica Lay

Daily Horoscope

What does your horoscope say about you today: Friday, February 2

We may find ourselves feeling a bit more grounded, making it easier to accomplish our goals for the day

Rob Kirby and his wife and business partner Amber

Lifestyle

"You got to fight for your right" to remain open!

Rob Kirby together with his wife and business partner Amber, just won a longstanding court case, at the highest possible instance in the Balearic Courts, after a year of appeals and mounting legal fees.

Mia Naprta

Holiday / Airport
UK airports struggle to meet deadline for 'Advanced Security Scanners'

Airport

UK airports struggle to meet deadline for 'Advanced Security Scanners'

Despite the setback, passengers are advised to remain prepared to adhere to existing security protocols, including the removal of liquids and electronic devices from their bags.

MDB Digital

Holiday / Travelling
The MSC Orchestra is one of the ships visiting Palma today

Travelling

Find out which ships are in port today

There are two cruise ships visiting the Port of Palma today

Cathy Caliz

What can you carry on board a Ryanair flight?

Travelling

How to get more hand baggage for free on Ryanair flights

There are special jackets or waistcoats that can hold up to ten extra kilograms.

MDB Digital

Holiday / Attractions

SUMMER 2024

Mallorca attractions 2024 opening dates

Mallorca's top waterparks and attractions will soon be open for business.

Ashlee Caliz

Tom Jones performed in Port Adriano in 2017

Palma Concert Series

James Blunt and Tom Jones coming to Palma this summer joining Pet Shop Boys and Blondie

"There will be surprises" that will be revealed in the coming weeks.

MDB Digital

Weather / Latest news
Beach in Palma, Mallorca

Latest news

Saturday's weather in Mallorca

The forecast for Mallorca for Saturday, the third of February.

Andrew Ede

Paperwork / Schools
Year 3 children have been busy investigating the Stone Age

Schools

News from Queen's College: Stepping into the spring term!

Year 3 children investigate the Stone Age, Year 1 and the Evil Pea and Year 6 to visit the Pilar and Joan Miro Foundation.

Queen's College

Sport / Real Mallorca
Nemanja Radonjic signs for RCD Mallorca

Real Mallorca

Serbian winger signs for Real Mallorca

Mallorca are in 15th place, four points from the relegation bottom three.

Monro Bryce

Edition of 2 February 2024
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