Richie Prior
Cruising into controversy: Palma’s push to curb tourism
The Tourist Tax has been raised in high season and scrapped in January and February.
Youth mobility & school holiday reforms: A step in the right direction?
If the child has a good attendance record and is not behind in their work, in my view they should be encouraged to go on holiday.
Balearic Tourism: Balancing growth, sustainability, and a billion-euro boost
Being an island, we rely on people arriving by air and sea, so is it any wonder the amount of investment in our airport and ports?
Brexit’s legacy: Denying young people the freedom to move and work
Although you have to be over 18 to vote in the UK, why weren’t the 16 and 17-year-olds at the time not given the opportunity to vote on something that would ultimately affect their future?
Shorter workweek for a seasonal economy in the Balearics?
Ever since Brexit and the removal of freedom of movement, this has become a major problem.
From coffee to Calvia’s transformation
Last week, I interviewed Juan Antonio to look back on his first 18 months in power.
From Redcoats to Ryanair: how tourism transformed over four decades
A personal journey through tourism history: From Butlins to Mallorca, and the rise of Ryanair in the holiday market
Embracing a brighter future for Mallorca tourism
Explore why Magalluf winters remain quiet compared to Benidorm, updates at Palma Airport, and the case for renaming it Rafa Nadal International Airport.
Flooding in Valencia triggers memories of Sant Llorenç
Despite the forecasts, many people in the Valencia region only received warnings when the rain had already begun and evacuation was not possible for many.
From Dad Taxi to tourist troubles in Mallorca
So my question is, why did they take the toll charge away in 2017? Surely it’s time to bring it back?
Tourist Taxes: Transparency or just another moneygrab?
“Just a thought, why isn’t the government promoting what they are spending the tourist tax money on?"
Why the UK should look to Spain for pensioner perks
If you are an ex-pat who permanently resides in Spain, then you can take part in the programme provided you meet any of the following criteria.
From avoiding doctors to prioritising health: My wake-up call
I urge any of you out there who like me didn’t like to visit the doctors to do so.
Dynamic Pricing: How Oasis ticket sales exposed a much bigger problem
Ticketmaster brought in dynamic pricing in 2018 after seeing its success in other markets.
Season kickoff
Last week I read that the most expensive pie-and-a-pint combo in the Premier League this season is at West Ham United’s London Stadium...
Unveiling Mallorca’s Tourist Tax
Now, you need a degree to understand how the tourist tax works here in Mallorca.
Tourism Protests: Separating fact from fiction
Firstly, I have no problem with people’s right to protest, we live in a democracy and that is fine. Where I do have a problem is they and the press are saying that they speak for the whole island.
A tournament in Estoril: Discovering Portugal beyond the pitch
I thoroughly recommend Portugal as a country.
Mallorca’s summer surge sparks tourism debate
We as a population are not helping the matter. Their next protest will take place in Palma on July 21.
- Ryanair changes its hand luggage and check-in rules
- Mallorca beaches at Soller and Andratx covered by thousands of 'little sails'
- Open letter: Please do not come on holiday to Mallorca
- Tourist replies to our open letter calling on holidaymakers to stay at home
- As Spain says adios to Golden Visa, Portugal says come on down!
Comment
Overtourism Protests: Are tourists really to blame?
The protesters in my opinion should not target the tourists as that is the lifeblood of our island.
Richie Prior 31/03/2025 11:57