House prices
Calvia home to the most expensive properties in Spain
The data also refers to the most sought-after locations to buy, a list in which Palma occupies 21st place with an average purchase price of 712,000 euros.
Surge in bookings to the Balearics
British tourists will need to prepare for more paperwork and higher costs associated with visiting major European destinations.
Monday Mallorca weather forecast: cloudy intervals
Odd drop of rain can be expected in some parts of the Balearics.
The Mallorca James Bond mission
One of the greatest James Bond directors lived and died in Mallorca.
Mallorca a top cheapest all-inclusive destination
A survey by travel insurance provider Staysure has revealed that 88% of UK travellers are contemplating changes to their summer holiday destinations with increased costs a primary concern.
Employment
Sick-note Mallorca causing concern
According to the unions, mental health problems are a major cause of long-term sick leave.
Hollywood
Mallorca braced for wedding boom
Mayors in Mallorca are divided over the extra work while other welcome the extra income.
Holidays
Bulletin readers do not want shorter school holidays
Any such move would not only hit hotels but also attractions aimed at families and children.
Germans vote in Mallorca
The election campaign has been dominated by fierce exchanges over the perception that irregular immigration is out of control, fueled by a series of attacks in which the suspected perpetrators were of migrant origin.
Spain is best country for digital nomads
The common digital nomad is symbolised by the young backpacker, whereas executive nomads tend to be older and are more likely to move with their family.
Mallorca set to welcome back young British seasonal workers
British prime minister Keir Starmer is preparing to offer European nations a new youth mobility scheme.
Police tackle crime wave in top Mallorca resort
Local council under pressure to take concrete measures such as increasing the police presence in the area.
New Ryanair rules you need to know
Travellers flying with Ryanair should pay close attention to baggage regulations and boarding times.
Mallorca retail sector panic
Industry says summer sales are much more successful thanks to the influx of foreign tourists.
Climate change
New tax threat to private jets and luxury yachts in Spain
In Spain, there were 27,122 private jet landings in 2023, 7,502 at Palma airport.
Travel
Majority of Britons will avoid “overcrowded” destinations
63% of Britons likely to reject a destination because of overcrowding.
3,878 snakes caught in the Balearics
Over the next four years almost two million euros of tourist tax will be allocated to the control of invasive species.
Mallorca has the “third best beach in Europe”
So, if you are going to be in Mallorca and want to visit the Playa de Muro, head east, past the bustling town of Alcudia.
- UK entry visa comes into force on Wednesday
- Curtain comes down on Son Amar, the popular Mallorca nightspot
- New train service will have 10 kilometre underground section, linked with Palma airport
- Mallorca beaches at Soller and Andratx covered by thousands of 'little sails'
- The Mallorca weather forecast (April 1). Enjoy the good weather while it lasts!
Comment
More airline seats to Mallorca mean nothing
Just because the airlines have decided to increase flight capacity to the island does not guarantee another record season.
Humphrey Carter 21/02/2025 11:15