Watch 30 arrested in crackdown on Chinese human trafficking ring in Spain and Croatia
The operation was led by the Spanish National Police (Policía Nacional) in close cooperation with the Croatian National Police (Policija) and Europol.

The hospitality sector is crying out for seasonal staff in Mallorca.
The hospitality sector is crying out for seasonal staff in Mallorca.
UK Travel industry wants an ease of freedom of movement for seasonal workers
The number of UK nationals in temporary roles within the tourism sector across Europe has declined significantly – by 69% – since the UK’s departure from the EU.

A new threat looming on the roads of Mallorca.
A new threat looming on the roads of Mallorca.
A miracle which can’t be believed
“Spain is living an economic boom time according to the experts but I have my doubts. Too many taxes are making life difficult.”
You are playing a dangerous game, British travel chief warns islands
"Pushing tourists toward destinations like Turkey and Morocco."

The debate over people living in caravans is getting very heated.
The debate over people living in caravans is getting very heated.
Palma to ban living in a caravan
"They are not terrorists, they are simply motorhome owners, human beings and families who have unfortunately been forced by the system itself to live in their vehicles because they cannot afford housing..."

Britons in Spain being urged to get the TIE card.
Britons in Spain being urged to get the TIE card.
Urgent ID warning for Britons living in Spain
The Spanish Government are encouraging all Green Certificate holders to exchange their paper document for the biometric TIE as soon as possible.
Robert Lewandowski follows in the footsteps of Claudia Schiffer in Mallorca
It is no surprise that Robert Lewandowski has chosen this corner of Mallorca to enjoy life with his family.

Archive image of a horseshoe whip snake in Mallorca.
Archive image of a horseshoe whip snake in Mallorca.
It’s not just snakes “invading” the Balearics
The administration has banned the importation of olive trees during the horseshoe snake’s hibernation period in an attempt to tackle the problem.

The CEO of Ryanair, Michael O’Leary is locked in battle with Spain.
The CEO of Ryanair, Michael O’Leary is locked in battle with Spain.
Spanish minister responds to Ryanair CEO after being called a ‘crazy communist’
The fine imposed on Ryanair, together with Vueling, Easyjet, Norwegian and Volotea in November 2024 was 179 million euros.

More rules and regulations for short property lets.
More rules and regulations for short property lets.
New one-stop shop for short-term rentals in Spain
The regulation will apply to tourist rentals, seasonal rentals, room rentals and other properties that allow short-term accommodation and involve financial remuneration.
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New danger on the roads of Mallorca
Letting teenagers loose on the roads of Mallorca with neither a licence nor a proper instructor is a recipe for disaster.
Humphrey Carter31/01/2025 09:33