News of the day 1 April 2025
News / Latest headlines
Converted bakery in Palma, Mallorca

Latest headlines

The limited success of emergency housing measures in the Balearics

The conversion of tourist establishments has so far led to the processing of 34 new apartments.

Andrew Ede

Scene of a railway fatality in Mallorca

Latest headlines

42-year-old man killed by a train in Mallorca

The incident was by a crossing that is recognised as being a 'black spot'.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Police by a property with squatters in Mallorca

Latest headlines

'Express' squatter evictions from this Thursday

However, amendment to Spain's Criminal Procedure Law does not affect vulnerable people who are squatting.

Andrew Ede

The first mass protest in Palma last year.

Latest headlines

First Mallorca protest of the season this Saturday

"Our leaders aren’t listening to us; it’s time to ask you NOT TO COME. We don’t need more tourists; in fact, you are the source of our problem."

Humphrey Carter

Miquel Fluxà, founder and president of Iberostar

Latest headlines

Hotelier is Mallorca's richest person

Ranked 929 in Forbes 2025 Billionaires List.

Andrew Ede

News / Did you know
Jet2 is flying high again to Mallorca.

Did you know

Jet2 opens new UK base with first flight to Mallorca

The UK’s largest tour operator responded to strong demand from UK holidaymakers wanting to book ahead, going on sale with their summer 2026 programme earlier than ever before last September.

Humphrey Carter

It's a no, no for ‘tuk tuks’ in Palma.

Did you know

Mallorca ban on ‘tuk tuks’

“The award-winning municipalities have demonstrated their dedication to the well-being of their citizens through good practices in key sectors such as tourism, education, culture, innovation, etc.,”

Humphrey Carter

Holiday / Hotels
Publicity for a 4x4 excursion in Mallorca

Hotels

Latest Hotel Formentor controversy - Offering a 4x4 excursion to a protected cove

The natural environment directorate says that use of a 4x4 doesn't constitute a violation of regulations.

Andrew Ede

Holiday / Beaches
The jellyfish in Ibiza this week.

Beaches

Balearics jellyfish invasion spreads

The stinging, venom-filled nematocysts in the tentacles of the Portuguese man o’ war can paralyze small fish and other prey.

Humphrey Carter

Holiday / Airport
Holiday / Travelling
It’s important to note that an ETA does not guarantee entry into the UK.

Travelling

UK entry visa comes into force on Wednesday

The UK’s introduction of the ETA aims to streamline travel for nationals of participating countries while maintaining border security.

Humphrey Carter

Weather / Latest news
Cloud in Mallorca

Latest news

Wednesday weather in Mallorca

Possible thunderstorms overnight and into the morning.

Andrew Ede

Edition of 28 March 2025
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