Tackling illegal holiday lets is proving a challenge.
Tackling illegal holiday lets is proving a challenge.
Flights
Low-cost airlines blamed for Mallorca illegal holiday let crisis
"Low-cost airlines meet the demands of those visitors who can’t afford a seven-night package, a long-stay holiday or prefer a short break in the Balearics".
The comparison of the DNA samples obtained from the relatives of the missing young woman proves that two of the human skeletal r
The comparison of the DNA samples obtained from the relatives of the missing young woman proves that two of the human skeletal remains recovered at the waste plant belong to Agostina Rubini.
Living Mallorca comes at a price.
Living Mallorca comes at a price.
Salman Behbehani on his way to court in Palma this morning.
Salman Behbehani on his way to court in Palma this morning.
Multi-millionaire poker star in Mallorca court for private jet full of drugs
During his career as a live tournament poker player he has won almost three million dollars. In a single game he won 600,000. The hearing continues.
Eggs could end up in short supply if Spain starts mass exports to the United States.
Eggs could end up in short supply if Spain starts mass exports to the United States.
Egg prices could crack new record in Mallorca
Supply of eggs to the Balearics from the mainland could be hit, forcing prices up to around a euro per egg.
The security meeting.
The security meeting.
Massive security crackdown in Mallorca
The police presence will be increased and the officers will be provided with more resources, especially at night.
Balearic president Marga Prohens at the presentation.
Balearic president Marga Prohens at the presentation.
The first Balearic satellite will be launched next year
Launch is expected to take place in February 2026.
Alcudia attrcated millions of visitors last year, followed by Pollensa just down the road.
Alcudia attrcated millions of visitors last year, followed by Pollensa just down the road.
Alcudia top “Most Beautiful Town in Spain”
3.2 million people visited Alcudia last year.
The Martinelli Beach Club.
The Martinelli Beach Club.
Discover the most unusual bar in Mallorca
In addition to its impressive views of Cala Domingo, the beach club offers options for all tastes, from hammocks and parasols for relaxing to an open-air gym.
Russian cargo ship Ursa Major, which the Russian Foreign Ministry said sank in the Mediterranean Sea between Spain and Algeria a
Russian cargo ship Ursa Major, which the Russian Foreign Ministry said sank in the Mediterranean Sea between Spain and Algeria after an explosion in its engine room, lists in this still image obtained from a video released December 23, 2024. Social media via REUTERS THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. NO RESALES. NO ARCHIVES | Social media
Limpet mines likely caused blast on tanker heading south of Mallorca; sources
Russian cargo ship Ursa Major, which sank off Spain, was heading south of Mallorca in December after reporting an explosion.
Overseas demand for luxury properties remains high.
Overseas demand for luxury properties remains high.
- The transformation of Mallorca's tourism begins now
- Balearics looking to ban all holiday lets in apartments
- Multi-millionaire poker star in Mallorca court for private jet full of drugs
- Expulsion from the Balearics for robbers who targeted luxury homes
- No capacity for growth? Too expensive? TUI expect a record number of tourists in the Balearics in 2025
Comment
Paying the price of living in Mallorca
Neither the young nor the retired can afford to live in Mallorca any more, with many leaving the island for the mainland or overseas.
Humphrey Carter28/02/2025 11:39