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Andrew Ede
Andrew Ede

Background in business publishing. Started an online blog about Mallorca in 2005, which went daily in 2007, covering culture, environment, history, politics, tourism and more. Became a regular contributor to the Bulletin in 2010 before joining the staff a few years later.

Latest headlines

Mallorca employers' organisation concerned about US tariffs' impact on tourism

President Prohens has expressed particular support for farmers and the footwear industry.

Andrew Ede 03/04/2025 20:04

Latest news

Friday weather in Mallorca - Still an alert for wind

Forecast for Mallorca for Friday, the fourth of April.

Andrew Ede 03/04/2025 18:47

Attractions

Mallorca events: What's on Friday, 4 to Thursday, 10 April

This weekend in Mallorca, enjoy cultural events like the Fira del Ram, Andratx Fair, Primavera Fest, Acampallengua, ballet, and concerts. Watch Real Mallorca, and explore the Orange Fair in Soller and the Animal and Agricultural fair in Andratx.

Andrew Ede 03/04/2025 14:50

Beaches

Mallorca's beach bars having problems recruiting staff

The beach bars are faced by precisely the same issues as the rest of the hospitality industry in Mallorca.

Andrew Ede 02/04/2025 20:21

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Increasing possibility of Mallorca's tourism season being hit by industrial action

The employers and unions are further apart than ever in their negotiations for a new agreement for the hospitality industry.

Andrew Ede 02/04/2025 09:06

Latest news

Wednesday weather in Mallorca

Possible thunderstorms overnight and into the morning.

Andrew Ede 01/04/2025 17:58

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'Express' squatter evictions from this Thursday

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

Andrew Ede 01/04/2025 10:07

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 01/04/2025 08:55

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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 01/04/2025 07:54

Theme of the Week

Not quite forgotten, but training is key to Balearic hopes for economic transformation

“Companies that invest in continuous education create an environment where employees feel valued and empowered, leading to higher job satisfaction and retention.”

Andrew Ede 31/03/2025 14:18

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Mallorca hoteliers president: Tourism is being used as "a punchbag"

"If 100,000 holiday rental beds were removed from the market and two to three billion euros were invested in infrastructure, many of the problems we have would be solved."

Andrew Ede 30/03/2025 13:14

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Government buys back Mallorca estates from Kuwait

The Al Hassawi family acquired estates in Mallorca in the 1960s.

Andrew Ede 30/03/2025 09:30

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Selling Balearics superyacht and luxury tourism in Florida

"We are committed to the North American market as part of our strategy to diversify into new markets and products."

Andrew Ede 30/03/2025 08:58