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.
Transport
Private jets are flying high in the Balearics this year
Private jet charter movement to Ibiza and Palma has risen significantly this year in both the business and leisure sectors.
Entertainment
Miss GB has title stripped after having sex on Love Island in Majorca
"We pride ourselves on promoting the positivity of pageants in modern society and this includes the promotion of a strong, positive female role model in our winners."
Crime
Major anti-drugs operation in Majorca
One of the properties raided was only 250 metres from the Marivent Palace, the Spanish Royal Family's summer holiday residence.
EU referendum
Majorca's exporters greatly concerned at Brexit prospect
"It will be very negative for the Balearic and European economy and will affect more than 200 businesses on the islands."
Emergencies
Three balcony falls in Majorca in 48 hours
Incidents in Santa Ponsa, Magalluf and Cala Ratjada.
Environment
Majorca summer fire-prevention campaign is launched
Tourists are being appealed to as well in order to heighten their awareness of fire risk.
Emergencies
Bus explosion in Illetes causes alarm
The bus was cleared of its passengers (only four or five) when an engine problem initially caused white smoke.
Transport
Hidden road cameras bringing numerous fines
One of the points where these cameras have been placed is by the motorway exit for Consell and Alaro.
Society
Majorca celebrates the Queen’s 90th birthday
Guests were in a very special mood at Mood Beach today for Queen’s Elizabeth’s 90th birthday.
Tourism
Tourism ministry clamping down on illegal all-inclusive offer
Currently, there are 53 hotels with all-inclusive offer registered with the ministry, when the number is very much higher: 297 in total.
Emergencies
Puigpunyent fire drama
The alarm was raised at 4.30pm and, due to the proximity of the blaze to houses in the area, a level-one emergency was immediately declared.
Police
Seven illegal immigrants intercepted in Santanyi
The seven men, all Algerian, will now be subject to processing by the National Police, which will initiate procedures for them to be deported.
Weather
Met agency confirms that Balearic summer will be hotter than normal
Temperatures will be above average. This would suggest average maximum peaks of 29 degrees and minimums of 19.
Animal welfare
Santa Maria protest over poisoning of dogs
"We have our suspicions as to who might be doing this, but in the absence of evidence we prefer to keep our silence and let the Guardia Civil investigate."
Police
Majorca towns demanding more police this summer
The municipalities fear that there will be insufficient cover for the anticipated volume of tourists.
Environment
Asociación Ondine clean-up El Toro marine reserve
Nearly 100kgs of rubbish were collected.
Fairs and Fiestas
Alaro Cossier dances will now feature women
The next time that the Cossiers appear they will feature two women.
Emergencies
One dead in Sant Llorenç road accident
Four vehicles were involved in the crash on the Son Servera road. A 60-year-old woman died as a result.
Tourism
Majorca's May tourism at July levels
Today there will have been a record number of passengers for a May Saturday, with some 158,000 in all.
- Britons cash in on the outgoing Golden Visa in Spain to beat the 90 day rule
- After a holiday in Mallorca Richard Gere moves to Spain
- Laura Hamilton: “I’ve always loved Mallorca, I just wished I’d bought here earlier...”
- The 90 day rule does have some positive results in Spain!
- German low-season tourism in Mallorca set for a new record