News of the day 5 December 2024
News / Latest headlines
El Salt de Tramuntana cycling event in Mallorca

Latest headlines

Spain's traveller registration: Some tour operators will stop selling the Balearics

Small and large tour operators and the hoteliers all have serious concerns about the requirements.

Andrew Ede

Apartments in Andratx Mallorca fenced off ahead of demolition

Latest headlines

Demolition of illegal Andratx apartments is "imminent"

The case of the apartments goes back to when Eugenio Hidalgo was mayor; he was convicted of corruption.

Andrew Ede

Mallorca news that hit the headlines from November 29 to December 5

Latest headlines

Your seven days news round-up in Mallorca

This week how do the people feel about overcrowding, new record of tourists, guided tours, tour operators, noise, motorhomes and crazy house prices.

Andrew Ede

Tourists in Palma, Mallorca

Latest headlines

Fines totalling 4.4 million euros for "illegal tourist offer" in Mallorca

Over 3,000 inspections this year; three times as many as in 2023.

Andrew Ede

The vice-president of the Balearic Government, Antoni Costa

Latest headlines

Balearic budget for 2025 "dynamited" by Vox "blackmail"

The government will be left with little choice but to extend the 2024 budget into next year.

Andrew Ede

News / Comment
The beach of Can Repic in Puerto Soller

Comment

Why Mallorca needs a break from tourism

Winter in Mallorca offers tranquility, clear beaches, and recovery from summer tourism’s impact. Explore a local’s perspective on sustainable travel.

Anna Nicholas

Ryanair had been in existence since 1984

Comment

From Redcoats to Ryanair: how tourism transformed over four decades

A personal journey through tourism history: From Butlins to Mallorca, and the rise of Ryanair in the holiday market

Richie Prior

Lots of load traffic in Deya

Comment

The island of noise

People have long given up caring about their unacceptable noise.

Andrew Ede

Holiday / Lifestyle

Lifestyle

What does your horoscope say about you today: Thursday, December 5

Since there's a strong chance that egos could clash and arguments can erupt, we'll need to do our best to keep our cool and nip petty drama in the bud.

MDB Digital

Holiday / Travelling
The ferry Ciudad de Soller

Travelling

Find out what ships are in port today

Regular merchant ferries scheduled to dock in Palma today.

Christina Buchet

Weather / Latest news
Windy in Palma, Mallorca

Latest news

Friday's weather in Mallorca - Amber alert for wind on Saturday

The forecast for Mallorca for Friday, the sixth of December.

Andrew Ede

Sport / Real Mallorca
Real Mallorca's Mojica tussles with FC Barcelona's Lamine Yamal

Real Mallorca

Mallorca star Mojica goes from hero to zero

It’s hard to describe how and why we capitulated so easily in the second half, after going in at half time 1-1.

Monro Bryce

USA Postcard / News
The Pledge was initially launched at the London World Travel Market in 2023

USA Postcard

US journalist gives tips on how to discover the Jewel of the Mediterranean

Plan your Mallorca adventure! From its beaches and nightlife to hidden gems like Valldemossa and Serra de Tramuntana, discover what makes this Mediterranean island unforgettable.

Jeff Buchanan

Edition of 29 November 2024
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