News of the day 13 May 2021
News / Latest headlines
British Airways aircraft stand at London City Airport

Majorca tourism

UK watchdog warns holiday companies over refunds as travel restarts

According to the government, people "should not travel to amber list countries or territories for leisure purposes".

Reuters

Woman being vaccinated.

Coronavirus news

Johnson & Johnson vaccine added Balearic Vaccination Programme

Spain is accelerating its vaccination programme in a bid to reach herd immunity before the summer.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

People wearing masks, London.

Coronavirus news

Mask rules changing in the UK, will Mallorca be next?

UK Government scientists are reportedly on board with the easing of restrictions as virus rates plummet and vaccinations soar.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Halki, a remote COVID-free Greek island, waits for tourists

Majorca tourism

Greek tourism minister hopeful of joining Britain's 'green list'

The list will be reviewed at the end of this month, so could Spain also be included?

Reuters

Cala Major, Palma. archive photo.

International

UK's 'traffic light' system leaves tourists in limbo

On The Beach, says it won’t be selling holidays until August 31, as a direct result of the UK’s ‘traffic light’ system.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Restaurant terrace in Palma, Mallorca

Latest headlines

Light at the end of the tunnel for Mallorca's restaurants

This weekend will be the first for months for going out for dinner.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Tourists on the beach, Palma.

International

Tourists fork out more for holiday insurance amid Covid fears

76% of Brits will take out extra holiday insurance and 50% will consider the Covid-19 situation when choosing where to go.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Health centre reception in Ibiza

Latest headlines

Differing views about resumption of health centre appointments

Health centres have never been closed, but phone appointments have been the preferred system.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Work on repairing escalators in Plaça Major in Palma, Mallorca

Latest headlines

Work starts on repairing Plaça Major escalators

Breakdowns of the escalators and lift have occurred for years.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Cala Varques in Manacor, Mallorca

Latest headlines

Manacor ensuring public access to its coves

Amendment of the municipal catalogue of ways will hopefully end problems with access.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Drive-In Movies in Palma.

Latest headlines

Drive-In Movies coming to Palma

Tickets cost 10 euros and entry is free for those under the age of 5.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

International Nurses Day in Madrid

Coronavirus news

Spain is on track for herd immunity, PM says

The vaccination rollout has sped up over the past weeks.

Reuters

Work on the Binivista bodega in Biniali, Mallorca

Latest headlines

Foreign investors behind new bodegas in Mallorca

One of the projects has aroused controversy because of the potential environmental impact.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Forest fire simulation exercise in Mallorca

Latest headlines

Serious forest fire simulation exercise in Palma

The army's UME emergency unit and various agencies took part.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Testing in Menorca

Coronavirus news

Lowest daily number of new coronavirus cases since July

Just 19 new cases; only one municipality has an increase in active cases.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Estadi de Son Moix, Palma.

Latest headlines

Tickets for the RCD Mallorca vs Alcorcón match

All spectators must bring their ID and wear an FFP2 mask to enter the stadium.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Es Murterar power station

Latest headlines

The old power station should have come under town hall ownership

In addition to the site of the old power station, the town hall was due to have received surrounding land, for which there was an anticipated cost of 60,000 euros for upgrading.

Andrew Ede

News / Comment
Alcudia's beach

Comment

Viewpoint: Unifying the beaches

There are other reasons why a dwindling number of beaches have a Blue Flag in Mallorca.

Andrew Ede

Travellers arrive at Heathrow Airport in London, Britain, 03 May 2021

Comment

Viewpoint: A tourist, a friend

“Those senseless idiots who were opposed to tourism are having second thoughts...”

Jason Moore

Holiday / Lifestyle
Ana de Armas in front of Palma Cathedral.

Lifestyle

Cuban-Spanish actress filming in Palma

Ana de Armas has been spotted out and about in Palma since the beginning of this week.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

How to Brown Meat

Lifestyle

Food and Wine: Golden rules that lead to perfection

Do you want to become a good cook? Andrew Valente gives you tips on how to make great food.

Andrew Valente

Sea star

Lifestyle

The power of images: conserving the sea

Through photography and video, MARE can help us understand and get to know the privileged environment we inhabit.

Marilles foundation

Sencelles

Lifestyle

Nan’s Day Out to the pla

Today Shirley explores a place in the middle of the island where time appears to have stood still.

Shirley Roberts

Wedding in Mallorca.

Lifestyle

"I do" but not in Mallorca!

"Organising a wedding is stressful enough, imagine doing it for the third time!”

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Weather / Latest news
Weather forecast for the Balearic Islands for Friday, May 14

Latest news

Today's weather on Mallorca

Whether you're off to the beach or to town, you can check the weather before you leave home by clicking here.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Sport / Other Sports
Atletico Madrid v Real Sociedad

Football

Spain to allow spectators back to matches

Spanish soccer clubs were given the green light on Wednesday for fans to return to matches.

Reuters

Edition of 13 May 2021
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