News of the day 7 April 2025
News / Latest headlines
Building site in Magalluf: Photo: Joan Llado.

Latest headlines

Mayor says sorry over building working in Magalluf at the start of the season

Minister says that they are improving resorts across the country.

Jason Moore

Renovation works at one of the hotels in Platja de Palma

Theme of the Week

Is it impossible to convert hotels into homes?

Conversion to whatever type of housing purpose has been on the table for at least 25 years.

Andrew Ede

Watch your holiday money.

Latest headlines

Don’t get caught in the cash trap in Mallorca

From July onwards, only undamaged €50 notes will be accepted in shops in Spain.

Humphrey Carter

Holidays to the United States are not selling well in Spain.

Latest headlines

Spanish snub the United States for Easter

The United Kingdom remains in the top positions, despite the recent entry into force of ETA UK visas.

Humphrey Carter

The Guardia Civil are struggling to cope during the holidays.

Latest headlines

Balearics are ‘a paradise for criminals’; Guardia Civil

The organisation has issued a statement denouncing the lack of personnel as ‘a major problem for public safety’, especially during the holidays and in areas such as the Balearics, where the population increases exponentially.

Humphrey Carter

Saturday's protest in Palma has been hailed a triumph.

Housing crisis

Calls for expropriation of flats from large US property owners in the Balearics in response to tariffs

Balearic MP has called for the expropriation of all flats owned by American “vulture funds” in the Balearics - one of which she claims has around 960 rented properties.

Humphrey Carter

News / Celebs

Celebs

Finally, some good news for Michael Schumacher

At present, only around 20 people are allowed close to Michael.

MDB Digital

News / Did you know
Palma is the best place to live in Mallorca.

Did you know

We asked AI where the best place to live in Mallorca is and this is its response: ‘It’s ideal if you’re looking for balance’

Palma's combination of accessibility, quality infrastructure, and a rich cultural and service offering make it the ideal destination for those seeking a complete life experience in the heart of the Mediterranean.

MDB Digital

The weather delayed exports this year.

Did you know

Mallorcan spuds hit the United Kingdom

Britain is the main market for Mallorcan exports.

Humphrey CarterJuanjo Roig

Holiday / Lifestyle
Glynis German runs up to six per month in English and Spanish

Lifestyle

The Death Cafe: Finding solace in open conversations about mortality

The idea is simple yet quite profound: people come together to discuss death over tea and cake.

Amanda Butler

In addition to holding a valid ETV license, from July 2025

Lifestyle

From East London to Mallorca: Jan Dexter’s Journey into Property Management

A spontaneous holiday to Mallorca sparked a life-changing journey, inspiring Jan Dexter to build a successful property management business on the island.

Vicki McLeod

Working on yachts can cause stress

Lifestyle

Calm in the Storm: Coping with stress in a high-pressure industry

While stress is inevitable, there are strategies that crew members can use to manage their well-being, including mindfulness, physical activity, and proper self-care.

Erica Lay

Holiday / Travelling
The airline set to transport up to 4.2 million passengers during Easter.

Travelling

easyJet set for "busiest" Easter in airline history

Good Friday is predicted to be the peak travel day.

MDB Digital

Weather / Latest news
After a sunny start to the week, conditions will change as we near the weekend.

Latest news

Wet start to Easter in Spain

UK is set for a hot start to the holidays.

Humphrey Carter

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