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.
Mallorca summers are getting hotter; records show they are
The consistency with which 40C is now being reached and passed never used to be the case.
Summer traffic jams in Formentor a thing of the past
The barrier in Puerto Pollensa has made a significant difference.
Hunting in Mallorca is good business and has led to increased theft
The Boc Balear has become highly prized.
Mallorca goes to the polls for the second time in two months
The Balearics elect eight deputies for Congress and five senators.
Purchase of Palma hydrogen buses was a "nonsense"
The buses were bought without having guaranteed that they would have fuel.
Determination to maintain zero 'balconing' in Magalluf
Emphasis continues to be placed on the campaign 'Don’t leave a friend behind'.
Shorter holidays as Mallorca tourists seek to contain spending
Per person, tourist spending has generally fallen, but there are more tourists.
Your weekly news catch-up in Mallorca
This week extreme heat, tourism figures, accidents, Uber drivers, resorts and beaches and water conservation.
Palma hotels enjoying an excellent summer
Demand for the city's boutique hotels is particularly high.
Briton based in Mallorca will not be extradited to the US over Russian yacht
Spain's high court has concluded that no crime was committed, and so the extradition request has been rejected.
Will new Palma Airport charge increase cost of holidays?
Critics of the charge say that taxis and buses will benefit as they will be exempt.
All-year tourism plan for Magalluf and other Calvia resorts
Calvia 365 will focus on tourism product diversification and maximising the use of infrastructure, such as the beaches.
Cyclist killed after collision with a bus in Alcudia
After the collision with the bus he was hit by two cars.
What's On this weekend: Sant Jaume and summer fiestas across Mallorca
This week enjoy vibrant Mallorcan summer fiestas: music, dance, local cuisine, and cultural celebrations under the Mediterranean sun. Unforgettable island experience!
Scooters without permission for hire keep appearing on Playa de Palma pavements
Palma police started removing scooters two weeks ago.
Uber driver attacked by a taxi driver in Magalluf
"There is a spiral of violence. We don't know how it will end."
Black July - Eight deaths on Balearic roads
For the whole of 2022, there were 25 road fatalities in the Balearics.
Plan to eliminate Palma high-occupancy vehicle lane disputed by official traffic figures
The president of the Council of Mallorca has pledged to eliminate the lane.
Mallorca suffering "infernal" nights - thermal sensation up to 35C
Tropical or torrid nights for most of Mallorca.
Comment
Don’t go too early on the Big Heat
At 40 degrees latitude, the most dramatic effects of climate change are likely to be experienced.
Andrew Ede 21/07/2023 14:34