News of the day 14 June 2024
News / Latest headlines
Police in Son Banya, Palma Mallorca

Latest headlines

Police plan for 24/7 control of Mallorca's drugs supermarket

Only people who are registered residents of Son Banya will be allowed to enter.

Andrew Ede

Sign prohibiting buggies in Alcudia, Mallorca

Latest headlines

Alcudia trying to enforce ban on buggies in natural areas

A bylaw prohibiting quads and buggies was introduced last year.

Andrew Ede

Water is seen on the tarmac at Palma airport this week after a freak storm hit the island closing the airport for one hour

Latest headlines

Your seven days news round-up in Mallorca

These are the stories that made the headlines this week.

Andrew Ede

Local police forces are being asked to get more involved with helping to locate illegal holiday lets..

Latest headlines

150 euros a night for a room or even the back of a van in Mallorca

2,500 inspections planned as part on new war on illegal holiday lets.

Humphrey Carter

Latest headlines

Palma police alongside FBI arrest British hacker who targetted the U.S.

"International warrant for his arrest issued by judge in Los Angeles..."

Jason Moore

Fears over Labour.

Latest headlines

Spain could gain from Labour's billionaire loss

"Critics say the proposed changes could do Britain's lukewarm economy more harm than good..."

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Euro 2024 could give Mallorca n economic injection.

Latest headlines

Mallorca could enjoy a 43 percent boost to the economy thanks to the football

50 per cent reckon tourists from all over Europe will be happier if their team is doing well – and 43 per cent expect to see a boost to local economies.

Humphrey Carter

Terraces in La Lonja, Palma Mallorca

Latest headlines

Palma residents angered by expansion of restaurant terraces

The federation of residents associations says that it was not informed of the expansion of terraces.

Andrew Ede

News / Comment
Five cruise ships in Palma at once

Comment

Don’t ban things, try to find a solution

“Having a single cruise ship in port would have a major impact on Palma businesses”

Jason Moore

It's the weather which drives Mallorca's tourist industry and economy.

Comment

Like it not, Mallorca is still a sun and beach destination

Niche markets may like Mallorca in the low season, but it’s when the sun shines that Mallorca makes its money.

Humphrey Carter

News / Celebs
Holiday / Lifestyle
Superyachts docked at Puerto Portals

Crew focus in Mallorca

Navigating the seas: Essential tips for new superyacht deckhands

Starting a career as a deckhand on a superyacht is an exciting ride filled with adventure, luxury, and unparalleled experiences.

Erica Lay

Daily Horoscope

What does your horoscope say about you today: Friday, June 14

We may need to work hard to steer clear of petty bickering or drama

MDB Digital

Holiday / Airport
New EU border controls for the British from October.

Airport

New EU border checks could turn Britons off Mallorca

New fingerprint and biometric controls to monitor your movements and control the 90-day rule.

Humphrey Carter

Holiday / Travelling
Norweigian Getaway Cruise ship

Travelling

Find out which ships are in port today

The Norwegian Getaway is one of the ships visiting Palma today

Cathy Caliz

Holiday / Attractions
Blondie at the Mallorca Live Festival in Magaluf, Mallorca

Attractions

A heart of glass pounding in Magalluf - Blondie at the Mallorca Live Festival

Blondie were the headline act for the first night of the Mallorca Live Festival.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Weather / Latest news
Cala Falcó, Mallorca

Latest news

Saturday's weather in Mallorca

The forecast for Mallorca for Saturday, 15 June.

Andrew Ede

Sport / Real Mallorca
Jagoba Arrasate with his new scarf.

Real Mallorca

New coach signs three-year deal with Real Mallorca

The new coach has a big job to do on the Son Bibiloni training ground as our present squad needs to improve and several new signings are expected to raise the level.

Monro Bryce

Food and drink / Food and drink
La Trencadora restaurant in Pollensa

Food and drink

A restaurant that never lets you down

Lunch at La Trencadora works very well either side of the high season months.

James Kidwell

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