News of the day 5 August 2024
News / Latest headlines
King and Queen with their daughters and the Queen Emeritus at Mia restaurant in Portitxol, Palma

Latest headlines

Family dinner for the King and Queen and their daughters in Portitxol

Sunday's dinner was the first time that all the members of the Royal Family had been together in Mallorca this summer.

Julián Aguirre & MDB Digital

Police had to secure the area.

Latest headlines

Riots on the streets of Mallorca

Police pelted with stones, forced to open fire.

Humphrey Carter

Launch caught fire this morning.

Latest headlines

Boat goes up in flames in Mallorca

All on board jumped into the sea and were rescued.

Humphrey Carter

Beaches have been the target before.

Latest headlines

New anti-drunken tourism protest for Sunday in Mallorca

They are not against tourists but against the model and want the politicians to take action.

Humphrey Carter

News / Comment
People walking by Palma's Cathedral during a heatwave

Comment

The heat is on in Mallorca

Mallorca is simply a fantastic holiday destination, and despite negative reporting, remains one of Europe’s top vacation locations, attracting well over 6 million tourists per year.

Peter Clover

News / Celebs
Chris Hemsworth and wife Elsa Pataky having fun in the sun off Mallorca last summer.

Celebs

Marvel star Thor to shoot reality show in Mallorca

“Chris Hemsworth is on an epic mission to discover how to live better for longer."

Humphrey CarterAdrián Malagamba

Holiday / Lifestyle
South African Hannes van Niekerk

Ship to Shore in Mallorca

Anchored ambitions: Meet Hannes van Niekerk, aspiring deckhand in Mallorca's yachting scene

Dive into the story of Hannes van Niekerk, a South African adventurer making waves in Mallorca as he pursues his dream of becoming a full-time deckhand. Discover his journey from electrician to yachting enthusiast and his passion for the open seas.

Erica Lay

Daily Horoscope

What does your horoscope say about you today: Monday, August 5

It might be difficult to get much accomplished during the first half of the day

MDB Digital

Holiday / Travelling
More airport luggage controls.

Travelling

New setback for Britons flying to Spain

The Airports Council International (ACI) Europe, has said that the new measure will impact both passengers and airports.

Humphrey Carter

Oasis of the Seas Cruise Ship

Travelling

Find out which ships are in port today

The Oasis of the Seas is the only cruise ship visiting Palma today

Cathy Caliz

Weather / Latest news
Another hot week in store.

Latest news

Temperatures surge again in Mallorca this week

The hot weather looks set to continue throughout August and beyond.

Humphrey Carter

Food and drink / Food and drink
Cocktails in Mallorca

Food and drink

Cocktail Hour: Luna 81 Lounge Bar in Paguera

A truly special spot to come and enjoy a sunset drink or two with friends or that special date you would like to impress…

Mia Naprta

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