Weather
Good Morning from Majorca
It's sunny but a little cooler in Majorca today with light to moderate winds. To view the weather across the island from our webcams, click here.
Tourism
TUI repatriating German Tourists from Majorca
The Spanish Government said on Friday that it will work to recover the safe corridors with Germany as soon as possible.
Tourism
Majorca hoteliers devastated by Germany's decision
FEHM says Germany's decision will have immediate economic consequences in the Balearic Islands.
Tourism
PP rages over Germany's decision
Company claims the Hotel Sector, Businesses, Hospitality, Supply Companies and Sector workers that will suffer the consequences.
Tourism
Government vows to recover German air corridors to Majorca ASAP
There are 1,509 active Covid-19 cases in the Balearics, 122 people are hospitalised and 17 of them are in intensive care.
Health
'New outbreaks are the norm' says Spain as COVID-19 travel curbs pile up
"Every country is taking measures to fight COVID ... that they think are necessary to protect their citizens. We don't question the measures other countries take."
Health
Eleven Mandatory Health Measures for Majorca
The Ministry of Health has also added 3 recommendations for social gatherings and PCR tests.
Health
When will the new Health Measures be law?
All Autonomies are obliged to comply with the measures, but each Community can extend the restrictions if necessary.
Weather
All you need to know about the weather in Majorca
Due to high temperatures expected today, a forest fire alert has been issued on the Balearic Islands.
Education
Some parents opposing return to school
The parents association in Majorca wants children to return to school but accepts that there may be calls for home schooling.
Nautical
Residents opposed to tender for El Molinar port management
Residents want the old Club Marítimo to continue managing the port.
Finance
Government finances forecast to worsen over coming years
It has been estimated that the Balearic government's revenue will decrease by up to 13% in 2021.
Bars and restaurants
Palma bar owners appealing order to remove temporary terraces
Although it is recognised that the situation with bars in Plaça dels Patins is "peculiar", the town hall isn't budging.
Tourism
German tour operators cancel Balearics holiday packages
"Normal procedure" says the DRV German travel association.
Party Holidays
German health minister warns against 'party holidays' in Majorca
People returning to Germany from designated risk regions face a coronavirus test or two weeks’ compulsory quarantine.
Travel
Dutch government advising against travel to the Balearics
The Balearics are being placed on the "orange" list; tourist travel is "strongly discouraged".
Northern Spotlight
Covid panic and false information
False news and crowding of beaches, murky water in Puerto Pollensa, Justice of the Peace saga, messages from Can Picafort, health centre closed in Santa Margalida and What's on in the north are this week's news from the north of the island.
Viewpoint
Masks: are they working?
I’ve said that I have no problem with wearing a mask, but are they working?
Humphrey Carter