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Humphrey Carter
Humphrey Carter

Viewpoint

Deputy Editor

Oxford-born Humphrey Carter joined the Bulletin in 1994 as a photographer, having studied photography, film and psychology in the UK. After having travelled the world and worked in many fields, within months of joining the Bulletin he secured exclusive access to Australia’s most wanted man in Mallorca and ran with the story for the following ten years for the local and international media. He was made Deputy Editor in 1997 and has been sent on numerous overseas assignments - he fronted the multi-media coverage of Real Mallorca’s European football campaign. His work has been featured on the front pages of newspapers and magazines around the world and is a regular commentator for leading international media outlets, in particular television and radio.

Travelling

British tourists dominate winter in Mallorca

Expenditure by tourists resident in the United Kingdom has increased by 36.4 %.

Humphrey Carter 02/04/2024 10:10

Airport

UK travel document reminder if heading for Mallorca

Border guards will check you’re complying with the 90-day visa-free limit for short stays in the Schengen area.

Humphrey Carter 02/04/2024 09:51

Latest headlines

Investigation into mystery “ballistic missile” which ditched in the sea off Mallorca over Easter

Spain’s National Research Council (CSIC) has issued an official refutation of the ballistic missile hypothesis.

Humphrey Carter 01/04/2024 12:31

Lifestyle

“I don’t care how famous or how much money a client has, the quality and service has always got to be the best”

“Jeff Bezos’s team contacted me to prepare the in-flight catering for his private flight back to the States from Palma. That was quite a moment.”

Humphrey Carter 01/04/2024 11:13

Latest headlines

Spain rejects Balearics becoming NATO naval headquarters

The activity of the Navy and NATO ships on missions in the Mediterranean is now even more relevant given the pre-war atmosphere in Europe since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Humphrey Carter 30/03/2024 11:05

Latest headlines

Princess who studied in Wales to become an adoptive daughter of Mallorca

Last year, Leonor, the Princess of Asturias, graduated from the UWC Atlantic College in Glamorgan.

Humphrey Carter 30/03/2024 10:21

Latest headlines

Easter security ring of steel in Mallorca

The police presence has been increased in various parts of Palma.

Humphrey Carter 29/03/2024 11:59

Airport

How to avoid a 600 euro taxi fine in Mallorca

“Only use official registered or licensed taxis, or reputable transport companies you recognise."

Humphrey Carter 29/03/2024 11:28

Latest headlines

NATO opens new naval base in the Balearics

Mahon will play a crucial role in Operation Sea Guardian, which focuses on deterrence and protection against terrorist attacks, among other missions.

Humphrey CarterMenorca desk 29/03/2024 11:05

Latest headlines

The 400 million euro super yacht heading for Mallorca

The first Four Seasons Yacht features 95 suites with remarkable custom design.

Humphrey Carter 29/03/2024 10:17

Comment

Palma could do with a bit of a spring clean

The mayor of Palma was in pole position when it came to cleaning last year, but he appears to have run out of gas.

Humphrey Carter 27/03/2024 16:41

Latest headlines

Drive to limit “foreign” vehicles in Mallorca

Traffic data from the Council of Mallorca point to a 14.7% year-on-year increase in the number of vehicles on the Andratx-Palma MA-1.

Humphrey Carter 27/03/2024 14:39

Lifestyle

Egypt is pushing the boat out for yacht tourism but the Balearics is still a top global nautical destination

“Between 44 and 46 percent of the recreational fleet in Europe is owned by Americans plus the yachts are being built in Europe and we’re seeing the benefits rub off on the Balearics.”

Humphrey Carter 27/03/2024 12:13

Airport

Mallorca Easter airport nightmare continues

Work-to-rule is expected to last until March 31.

Humphrey Carter 27/03/2024 11:37