Security, all-inclusives, saturation: the week in Majorca
The attacks in Brussels led to concerns about security in Majorca, the tourist tax was approved and all-inclusives became the target for tourism ministry inspections. These and more in the Majorca Daily Bulletin last week.
Tax
Tax agency launches email anti-fraud system
Anyone making a report of which he or she has evidence of possible fraud is assured that this can be done confidentially.
Tourism
British tourists pay 400,000 euros for lost passports
As part of an overall safety campaign, the British Consulate is drawing attention to the impact of the loss of passports.
Tourism
31 million euros being invested in Majorca's resorts
The investment is coming from the "bolsa" fund created with revenue for legalising hotel places that needed legalising.
Environment
New protest against Son Serra beach facilities
This latest protest is in response to a revised project that has been drawn up by Santa Margalida town hall, the previous one having been rejected by the Council of Majorca.
Fairs and Fiestas
Thousands witness Blood of Christ procession
Today, Majorca will stage numerous other processions and displays of religious "theatre".
Police
Union attacks the "alarming" absence of police in the Balearics
Though the union is expressing concerns about police strength, it was stepped up today at key transport points in Palma.
Tourism
Busiest and longest tourist season in decades starts this weekend
Come 1 May, 100 per cent of hotels will be open. Moreover, there will be no post-Easter slump in business this year.
Northern News Spotlight
Magellan ship to visit Alcudia
The ship will be visiting the port of Alcudia, its only stop in the Balearics, on 30 March. It will stay until 3 April.
Health
A mild spring forecast for pollen allergies in the Balearics
The sources of allergies are predominantly various grasses, olive trees, cypress trees, saltwort, plane trees and pellitory plants.
Postman Patricio and The Old Bill: the week in Majorca
Amidst attempts at securing referendum votes for the British diaspora, a "hodge-podge" of a tax and Easter bookings, there were concerns about postal deliveries and talk of the return of the summertime British bobbies.
Tourism
Majorca tourist industry near saturation point
Trade analysts GfK have warned that families who delay booking their summer holiday could be priced out of the market to Spain and other destinations perceived as “safe”.
Tourism
Half of Majorca’s hotels are already open
This level of hotel opening activity is occurring almost a month earlier than in previous years.
Society
Majorca's politicians want greater foreign resident integration
The Council of Majorca’s Cosme Bonet expressed his desire to see British expatriates integrate with the local community more and all parties around the table agreed.
Tourism
British ambassador meets Balearic tourism authorities
The British Ambassador to Spain, Simon Manley, met representatives of the island's tourism, including the vice-president of the Balearics and minister for tourism, Biel Barcelo.
Tourism
Winter tourism: another step in the right direction
Majorca has everything for a season of at least eight months.
Weather
Snow comes to Majorca's mountains
The snow fell down to 800 metres, as Majorca was on the receiving end of heavy rain and hailstorms.
Tourism
Berlin fair confirms record summer for Majorca
German tour operators are expressing concern about the tourist tax and what it will be spent on.
Weather
Majorca on alert for heavy rain this Wednesday
The Aemet national meteorology agency has issued a yellow alert for rainfall.
Society
Balearic parliament backs stronger equality measures
The statement went on to say that a critical point has been reached in respect of gender equality.
- Another body found by a Mallorca beach
- The growing problem in the Balearics of the illegal marketing of second homes as tourist accommodation
- As the town hall announces 21 million euros investment, Playa de Palma residents denounce drugs and homelessness
- Sunday weather in Mallorca - Feeling some effect from Storm Jana
- Events called off in Palma as Mallorca feels some impact of Storm Jana