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…
Summer in Soller: Embracing traditions and tackling change
The Fiesta of San Juan, the summer solstice, is next in the calendar of annual events.
Soller 'Firó' takes centre stage
The weather forecast is good and a sign of a good Firo.
Unveiling the tapestry of Soller Valley's ever-changing landscape
In 2024 we have friends arriving in the Soller Valley for a season. They are the internet nomads and spend their working time thinking other countries problems and solutions.
Enjoy a visit to the Soller Valley churches
May is a great time for looking at museums and places of interest before it gets too hot.
The countdown to Es Firo in Soller
8500 places are reserved for the final battle on that date, and you need an identity bracelet to attend.
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.
- Ryanair changes its hand luggage and check-in rules
- Open letter: Please do not come on holiday to Mallorca
- Tourist replies to our open letter calling on holidaymakers to stay at home
- EU sues Spain for discriminatory tax treatment of non-residents
- "We must be very careful with the things we say"; Mallorca transport operators' concern about messages to tourists
Comment
“Be careful what you wish for” is a phrase often heard...
Soller moves into this late spring zone with lots of unresolved issues relevant to the upcoming peak holiday season.
Shirley Roberts 29/05/2024 10:34