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Humphrey Carter
Humphrey Carter

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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.

Latest headlines

Mallorca to limit vehicle entry for summer 2026

In 2023 nearly 400,000 cars entered the island, 108% more than in 2017.

Humphrey Carter 12/11/2024 15:10

Latest news

Track the storm battering Mallorca live

Here you can follow, live, the movement of the storm over the islands.

Humphrey Carter 12/11/2024 11:29

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The end of the Golden Visa for Mallorca

It was seen as a way of attracting badly needed foreign investment in the wake of the eurozone crisis, which hit Spain’s property sector particularly hard.

Humphrey Carter 12/11/2024 10:11

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Mallorca weather threat to schools

On the roads, avoid driving unless absolutely necessary.

Humphrey Carter 11/11/2024 15:05

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Britons lead foreign property market in Spain

Almost 15% of property purchases were closed by foreigners.

Humphrey Carter 11/11/2024 13:22

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Civil Protection calls for caution in the Balearics

If there is a risk of flooding, you should not try to save your vehicle or drive through flooded stretches, but instead, you should look at the highest points in the area.

Humphrey Carter 11/11/2024 12:27

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30 million euro plan to combat Mallorca traffic gridlock

Council to present proposals to limit the entry of vehicles to the island and regulate the fleet of rental cars.

Humphrey Carter 11/11/2024 12:09

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Russian-owned Black Pearl in Mallorca

The Black Pearl is able to cross the Atlantic powered only by wind energy.

Humphrey Carter 08/11/2024 12:32

Comment

Mallorca is using winter to get fit for summer

New gyms are opening at a rapid pace such is the demand.

Humphrey Carter 08/11/2024 11:44

Latest headlines

Trump win could boost US tourism to Mallorca

PIMEM has pointed to a possible increase in tourists from the already growing American market due to the strength of the dollar and improved air communications.

Humphrey Carter 08/11/2024 10:15

Airport

Your guide to the new security features at Palma airport

Work will be completed by 2026 and promises to consolidate Palma airport as one of the most modern and efficient airports in Spain.

Humphrey Carter 07/11/2024 12:08

Latest news

All of Mallorca placed on fresh storm alert for Thursday

“The fundamental, underpinning cause of this year’s record is climate change.”

Humphrey Carter 07/11/2024 11:27

Celebs

After a holiday in Mallorca Richard Gere moves to Spain

“I love Spain and the ability of the Spanish people to live transmitting joy and happiness.”

Humphrey Carter 06/11/2024 19:42

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238 migrants intercepted in 24 hours in the Balearics

Last year, 128 small boats with 2,278 migrants reached the islands.

Humphrey Carter 06/11/2024 16:12

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Trump’s victory does not go down well with North Americans living in Mallorca

"For years I’ve always told people that America is such a beautiful place, the only thing wrong with it are the Americans."

Humphrey Carter 06/11/2024 15:24

Latest news

Palma closing parks and gardens on Wednesday for storm alert

Emergency services will be monitoring the situation throughout the day.

Humphrey Carter 05/11/2024 19:00

London Fair 2024

The Council of Mallorca thanks ABTA for its commitment to Mallorca to hold its annual convention in 2025

“For three days Calvia, which has undergone significant investment in the last decade, will become the epicentre of British tourism.”

Humphrey Carter 05/11/2024 17:03