
Don't get caught by hidden roaming fees in the EU.
Don't get caught by hidden roaming fees in the EU.
Don’t get caught using your mobile on holiday
Britons travelling to the EU will need to check the roaming policies of their mobile operator before they go abroad.

Carlos Martínez and his ‘Porc 3’ were crowned winners of the Horeca 2025 Best Gourmet Sandwich Competition.
Carlos Martínez and his ‘Porc 3’ were crowned winners of the Horeca 2025 Best Gourmet Sandwich Competition.
Discover the best gourmet sandwich in Mallorca
Lovers of fine cuisine will have the opportunity to taste Porc 3 at the Academy’s US Open Café in the near future.

The Mountain Rescue Group in action.
The Mountain Rescue Group in action.
Mallorca mountain rescue record
To avoid incidents in the mountains, the GRM recommends that hikers take care when going out on excursions. Know the area well, ensure that the hike is suitable for each person’s physical ability, equip oneself properly and be aware of the weather conditions.

Trying to find a winter weekend hotel deal is a proving a challenge in Mallorca.
Trying to find a winter weekend hotel deal is a proving a challenge in Mallorca.

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It is found mainly in green leafy vegetables such as spinach and cabbage.

Their expansion in numbers, alongside Ladder Snakes and Montpellier Snakes, is particularly prominent in Ibiza, Formentera, and
Their expansion in numbers, alongside Ladder Snakes and Montpellier Snakes, is particularly prominent in Ibiza, Formentera, and Mallorca, posing a threat to local ecosystems.
Lutein: The vital vitamin for eye health protection
Regular consumption has been linked to preventing age-related eye conditions, with studies showing particular effectiveness against cataracts and macular degeneration.

There could be some more snow in Mallorca over the coming days.
There could be some more snow in Mallorca over the coming days.

Spanish winemaker hedging against US tariffs with early stock deliveries, in Penafiel
Wine barrels lie at the Protos winery cellars, in Penafiel, Ribera del Duero region, Spain, February 7, 2025. REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura
Big freeze grips Mallorca
Temperatures fell to -3ºC in Escorca-Son Torrella. In Lluc, it was -1ºC and in Palma, temperatures fell to zero.

An image provided to the police of the thief in action.
An image provided to the police of the thief in action.
Healthy living
The ideal tea for relieving stress and relaxing
Nutritionists emphasise that lavender tea, consumed without sugar, contains no calories, fats or carbohydrates, and is full of beneficial properties for the body.

Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary has demanded that Spain withdraws sanctions for abusive practices.
Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary has demanded that Spain withdraws sanctions for abusive practices.
Ryanair CEO blasts “mad” Spanish consumer minister again
O’Leary has already reduced flights to Spain over airport fees.

Spain wants to stamp out drinking and driving.
Spain wants to stamp out drinking and driving.
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Comment
The pain of finding a hotel open in Mallorca
Hoteliers announced at the recent travel fair in Madrid that 30% of hotels would be open in February. Well I can’t find a sensibly priced one for a weekend.
Humphrey Carter07/02/2025 11:38