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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

Hoteliers deny Mallorca is a crowded destination

The president of the Mallorca Hotel Federation (FEHM), Javier Vich, has said that it “utterly false” that Mallorca is an overcrowded destination.

Humphrey Carter 05/03/2025 15:47

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Body found on Mallorca beach

During January, three other bodies were also found on the beaches of Formentera.

Humphrey Carter 04/03/2025 14:40

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Limits and taxes on tourism in the Balearics

The centre right Partido Popular-led Balearic government recently announced that it has drafted a decree law with measures to contain tourism.

Humphrey Carter 04/03/2025 13:16

Celebs

Meghan Markle admits mistakes were made upsetting Mallorca council

Porreres council is not planning any legal action but they would like Meghan’s logo withdrawn because it is so similar to their centuries old coat of arms.

Humphrey Carter 04/03/2025 12:36

Did you know

Beware of new red lines on Spanish roads

Breaking the overtaking ban, regardless of the colour of the continuous line, can result in fines of up to 400 euros and the loss of four points on a driving licence.

Humphrey Carter 04/03/2025 11:32

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Start applying for UK entry visa now

The ETA is a permit to travel to the United Kingdom that the British Government requires of all travellers who do not need a visa and are travelling for short stays (less than six months).

Humphrey Carter 04/03/2025 10:36

Latest news

Isolated showers forecast for Tuesday in Mallorca

An Atlantic storm will arrive towards the end of the week affecting Mallorca on Saturday and especially on Sunday.

Humphrey Carter 03/03/2025 16:22

Celebs

From Mallorca to winning an Oscar

Saldaña was joined by her family while filming in Mallorca.

Humphrey Carter 03/03/2025 13:05

Latest headlines

The British government understands the 90-day rule frustration

The new Labour government “gets the problem” and talk of a reset with the EU is encouraging.

Humphrey Carter 03/03/2025 12:18

Travelling

British drive increase in holiday bookings

Anti-tourism protests have hit the British market.

Humphrey Carter 03/03/2025 10:32

Flights

Low-cost airlines blamed for Mallorca illegal holiday let crisis

"Low-cost airlines meet the demands of those visitors who can’t afford a seven-night package, a long-stay holiday or prefer a short break in the Balearics".

Humphrey Carter 28/02/2025 15:10

Comment

Paying the price of living in Mallorca

Neither the young nor the retired can afford to live in Mallorca any more, with many leaving the island for the mainland or overseas.

Humphrey Carter 28/02/2025 11:39

Latest headlines

Multi-millionaire poker star in Mallorca court for private jet full of drugs

During his career as a live tournament poker player he has won almost three million dollars. In a single game he won 600,000. The hearing continues.

Humphrey Carter 27/02/2025 13:03

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Egg prices could crack new record in Mallorca

Supply of eggs to the Balearics from the mainland could be hit, forcing prices up to around a euro per egg.

Humphrey Carter 27/02/2025 12:12

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Massive security crackdown in Playa de Palma

The police presence will be increased and the officers will be provided with more resources, especially at night.

Humphrey Carter 26/02/2025 16:39

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Average of 3 million euros to live in the Balearics

73.3% of demand for apartments is in Puerto Andratx where average prices reach 1.87 million euros. Germans, British and Swedes are the most interested in both apartments and the villas in the area.

Humphrey Carter 25/02/2025 14:34

Border control

Britons will soon have to provide fingerprints landing in Mallorca

Passport control officers will scan your fingerprints or take a photo of your face.

Humphrey Carter 25/02/2025 11:12