News of the day 30 August 2023
News / Latest headlines
Balearics house sales slump but foreign buying remains strong
Prices have continued to rise.
Search continues for sailboat missing since Sunday
Planes join helicopters in the search.
Swedish fraudster in Mallorca battling extradition
He was arrested by the Guardia Civil in December last year.
Anti-foreigners target homes, shops and real estate agents in Palma, Mallorca
Sends out the wrong message and further fuels the anti-tourism and foreigners debate.
When Britannia collided with the tanker in Palma
Not exactly the memories you want for an unforgettable cruise.
News / Comment
News / Celebs
Chirping Mallorca cricket interrupts Branson TV interview
Sir Richard has been open about living with dyslexia, calling it his “superpower”.
Holiday / Lifestyle
Daily Horoscope
What does your horoscope say about you today: Wednesday, August 30
It's not enough to talk the talk; we have to be willing to take action.
Holiday / Travelling
Find out which ships are in port today
There are three cruise ships scheduled to dock in Palma today
Holiday / Attractions
What's on in Mallorca from Friday to Sunday
Loads of fiestas, Mallorca's "most typical" procession, Palma's big water fight, Vilafranca's melon battle, Chinese craziness at Son Fusteret and more.
Weather / Latest news
Thursday's weather in Mallorca - No alerts at present
Temperatures due to rise sharply next week.
Edition of 25 August 2023
Comment
How far can Mallorca's hotels keep pushing price increases?
Inflationary pressures have eased, but negotiations with tour operators seem not to take this into account.
Andrew Ede