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.
Limits on cruise ships in Palma: What limits?
The 2021 agreement with cruise operators set a daily average of number of passengers. This will be exceeded every month from March to November this year.
Alcudia and its grand archaeology centre
The Mallorca Archaeology Centre - "essential for preserving, studying and disseminating our heritage".
Sunday weather in Mallorca - Windy few days
The forecast for Mallorca for Sunday, January 26.
No decision on Balearic tourist tax increase until March
If there is an increase, it will be for June to August.
People living in Cala d'Or tourist apartments insist they are not squatters
"We had a rental contract with the previous owner. We've been here for 16 years."
Airbnb to provide a Mallorca phone service for residents to report "disturbances"
For reporting Airbnb tourist noise, vandalism and anti-social behaviour.
United Airlines resumes New York-Mallorca flights, what you can do in May and June
May and June will offer an unforgettable mix of sunshine, culture, and unique events—here’s what to look forward to when those flights touch down.
Theme of the Week
Giving the Balearics to Italy: How the value of the islands has changed
The islands have a double geographical disadvantage; they are detached but not detached enough.
Your seven days news round-up in Mallorca
These are the stories that made the headlines this week.
Squatters in Mallorca tourist apartments - Five years on
There are still nine squatters. At one point around seventy apartments were occupied.
Rental debt in the Balearics is the second highest in Spain
There is a caveat - the actual number of tenants in debt is below average.
Airlines demanding 600 million euros for the residents' discount
Airlines point to an increase in the number of passengers entitled to the discount in 2024.
Mallorca events: What's On from Friday to Thursday
This weekend's highlights include Palma's Correfoc on Sunday, marking the conclusion of the Sant Sebastià festivities, and the Garden Hotels-Luxcom Mallorca Cycling Challenge, kicking off on Saturday for both women and men categories.
Spain's 'omnibus' decree rejected; Buses still free, but Balearic finance and pensions affected
There is union criticism of "irresponsible political tactics" of the parties who voted against the omnibus law.
Meliá Hotels CEO - "We must put limits on the growth in tourist numbers"
Gabriel Escarrer highlighted the necessity to limit the "chaos" of holiday rentals.
Balearics huge investment in tourism sustainability
The largest investment ever, and most of the money comes from the tourist tax.
- Ryanair grounds 12 Spain routes over excessive airport taxes
- End of the Golden Visa....but there is a new way to live in Spain with few problems
- Nautical exodus from Mallorca
- The EU threatens the future of Mallorca beach bars
- Non-resident Britons and Americans buying a property in Spain face massive tax bill, PM announces
Comment
Mallorca’s tourism - Where’s the sustainability?
Are tourists, urged to be responsible, being let down by those charged with bringing about sustainability?
Andrew Ede 24/01/2025 09:56