Shirley Roberts
'Soller Shirley' Facebook page started fifteen years ago. The daily ramblings on events and life in the Soller Valley continues to this day. ‘Spotlight on Soller’ is a weekly page in the Mallorca Bulletin and has been for over 10 years. I Immersed myself in the Soller world I left London for. Every day I learn something new and tell the tale. I was part of three generational move to the Soller Valley and have had the joy of watching my grandchildren grow on this wonderful island. A previous life in journalism for the Times Newspaper, General Manager of a London Hotel and the creator of a start-up company, in North London (eventually sold to a PLC) sums up my life. I am now back where I started, writing stories every day and looking after www.sollerweb.com, Humans of Mallorca and Nan’s Day’s Out. I just love to tell a tale…
Reflections of Soller: Summer's arrival, parking predicaments, and the Orange Fair
A two-week holiday for many, over the ‘early’ Easter, has come to an end and they return to school and work.
Easter in Soller: Tradition, tidings, and tasteful delights
In preparation for the returners at Easter the workforce has been busy tidying and finishing projects.
The villages on our doorstep
The isolated Soller Valley life is changing, and a new page is being written.
Change comes to Soller Valley
Currently the window to watch is ‘take away’ food. New ideas and concepts are springing up all over Mallorca and certainly in the Soller Valley...
Lost sunsets and digital memories in Soller
Everyone is too busy filming the occasion and recording it for social media or their own collection of pictures.
Discovering Bunyola: Gateway to scenic walks and historical charms
Many walkers don’t hire cars and use the bus to get to the starting points of good walking trails.
Soller valley buzz: What's happening this week!
Important roadworks are beginning this week on the mountain road linking Soller and Deya.
Beyond staycations and day trips in Soller
For 2024 we know of businesses in Barcelona who advertise ‘Day Trips to Soller. A 30-minute flight and then picked up and taken to the station in Palma for the Soller train.
Bittersweet realities and renewal: Updates from Soller Valley
Just one more week of the Soller Tram being out of service for annual repairs to the track. It will be back on 22nd January 2024.
Winter trends in Soller
Soller is one of the few resorts on the island with a 10-month season
Bonfires, barbecues, and beyond: Soller's January extravaganza
This is an extremely busy time of year for celebrations and observances.
Countdown to 2024: Weddings, celebrities, and new beginnings in the Soller Valley
New Year’s Eve starts with Sant Silvestre Fun Run from the Marina Tramontana, in Puerto Soller at 4 pm.
Discovering the essence of Soller: A local's guide to must-see gems
"A little project for the 'Lonely Planet' guidebook taught me that what readers seem to love most, is a locals view of their favourite things..."
Tracks of change: Navigating the commuter landscape in Soller
What a year to review, as Mallorca got hotter and busier than ever.
Embracing change in the Soller Valley
All these factors contribute to the commuter feel where the only people in town during the day are the carers of young children and the elderly.
From Seville to Soller: A tale of two worlds
Local residents have been to the Town Hall to see the plans and were surprised and the size and scale of the new hotel rising from the ashes.
- What a carry on! European Union abandons full launch of new travel entry system for Britons in favour of "phased rollout"
- Uncertainty surrounds EU Entry/Exit System implementation
- Fresh hope for Golden Visa in Spain
- Living in Palma Airport - Safe and warm
- Laura Hamilton: “I’ve always loved Mallorca, I just wished I’d bought here earlier...”
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Insights from Soller Valley
This weekend is Soller’s Orange fair.
Shirley Roberts 12/04/2024 15:46