Majorca
Disorder and Harmony: the week in Majorca
While the police were seemingly taking control in Playa de Palma, there were concerns about growing levels of disorder in Magalluf and other resorts. Harmony Of The Seas arrived, exporters were anxious because of Brexit, and Ryanair was diversifying.
Crime
Magalluf prostitute arrested after attacking Guardia officer with a bottle
The Nigerian woman had also threatened two young tourists with the broken beer bottle.
Magalluf
Magalluf disorder increasing, says Acotur
Acotur is criticising a "lack of political will" to control serious problems that increase each summer.
Entertainment
Calvia gets support over Geordie Shore filming refusal
There was agreement not to permit filming on private property, over which the town hall can have no direct control.
Entertainment
Calvia refuses permission for Geordie Shore filming
The town hall will assess requests for filming, with the interests of Calvia and Magalluf in particular in mind.
Murder, Magalluf and sun loungers: the week in Majorca
Almost inevitably Magalluf hit the news for the wrong reasons, Puerto Pollensa grabbed the headlines in a way no one would have hoped and animal welfare was high on the agenda.
Crime
Punta Ballena "giant" mugger arrested
Victims were taken by surprise and choked to the point of senselessness before accomplices robbed them.
Emergencies
Magalluf tourist critical after jumping into the sea
He has suffered severe head and cervical trauma.
Magalluf
No turning back for the "New Magalluf"
The rebuilt Jamaica hotel is to be the future epicentre of "New Magalluf": "a safe, youthful and family resort."
Magalluf
Magalluf S&M video was two years old
Calvia town hall has met with directors of communications from hotel chains in Magalluf with the aim of coordinating communications with the UK market.
Tourism
Calvia and Palma showing "zero tolerance"
"The council is going to have zero tolerance towards any activities which could damage the municipality’s image."
Magalluf behaviour, Pollensa buses, Palma police: the week in Majorca
There were conflicting messages coming out of Magalluf, a new row broke out in Puerto Pollensa, while there was a hell of a row over summer policing for Playa de Palma.
Crime
British tourist in Magalluf victim of sex attack
The Guardia Civil is looking for a Moroccan man, who was responsible for a sex attack on a 23-year-old British female tourist.
Magalluf
Government and town hall working together on Magalluf problems
There was agreement in applying zero tolerance for illegal practices that violate workers' rights and which endanger public health.
Emergencies
Briton in critical condition after Magalluf balcony fall
A 25-year-old British tourist is in a serious condition at Son Espases Hospital.
Tourism
Calvia's mayor reminding everyone of summer regulations
"Only with the efforts of everyone will we realise the common desire for a quality destination."
Magalluf
Magalluf looking forward to an outstanding season
From May to October, a total of 420,000 tourists are expected, which will be an increase of 60,000.
Tourism
Magalluf summer booze cruises sold out
"These cruises totally clash with Calvia's attempt to eradicate anti-social behaviour."
Calvia
Mayor of Calvia sticking to his guns over TV screens
No outside screens for Euro 2016 in Magalluf, Santa Ponsa and other Calvia resorts.
Holidays sold out, Magalluf selfies and murder: the week in Majorca
Summer holidays will be in short supply, but was there some hyping-up going on?
- 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!