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Work on the Paseo Marítimo in Palma, Mallorca
Ciutadella, Menorca

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Tourists claiming to stay with 'family and friends' have doubled in ten years

The Balearic government has meanwhile launched its website inviting citizen contributions to the tourism sustainability debate.

Andrew Ede

Growing number of councils are introducting water restrictions.

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Water restrictions in Mallorca

Local Police are responsible for surveillance, with the power to impose sanctions in the event of non-compliance.

Humphrey Carter

Illegal jet ski operation in Playa de Muro, Mallorca

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Illegal jet skis return to Playa de Muro

The environment ministry is processing reports; fines will follow.

Andrew Ede

Klopp in Santa Ponsa. Photo: Joan Llado.

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You never walk alone in Santa Ponsa

Klopp was wearing a replica German football squad shirt

Jason Moore

Laura Hamilton has found her place in the sun, Mallorca.

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Britain’s top overseas house hunter has opted to move to Mallorca

She has travelled the world, but Mallorca appears to have captured her heart.

Humphrey Carter

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Es Trenc, Mallorca

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Should tourists be consulted about overcrowding?

Tourists invest emotional attachment in Mallorca and this doesn't prevent objectivity.

Andrew Ede29/06/2024 11:39

Illegal sale of alcohol in Arenal, Mallorca

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Illegal booze selling continuing in Arenal

A way is being found to get round restrictions under the tourism of excesses law.

Andrew Ede29/06/2024 09:18

Palma Police headquarters, Mallorca

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Crisis in Mallorca's police forces?

Two police chiefs are resigning; a retired inspector has lodged a criminal complaint for mobbing.

Andrew Ede29/06/2024 06:23

Amanda Holden getting stuck in some serious DIY.

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Amanda Holden gets dirty in Mallorca

"Bring on the Spanish sun, we can’t wait to get started and continue to help Comic Relief and Children In Need along the way.”

Humphrey Carter28/06/2024 15:37

Zara McDermott simply shines in the Mallorca sun.

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Former British government policy advisor shows she’s a vote winner in Mallorca

Zara looks amazing as she showed off her figure in a sunshine yellow mini dress in Palma.

Humphrey Carter28/06/2024 14:55

Tourists on a visit to Palma.

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Tourists are welcome, don’t listen to the FEW

The last thing we want is people not coming to Mallorca because they don’t feel welcome.

Jason Moore28/06/2024 13:16

It feels like the season has not taken off yet.

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Mallorca needs to remember price is king

There’s no buzz, it just doesn’t feel like the season has taken off and we are into July next week.

Humphrey Carter28/06/2024 12:36

New Real Mallorca coach Jagoba Arrasate.

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Real Mallorca’s youth revolution

Every supporter around the World loves a “home-grown” player.

Richie Prior28/06/2024 10:44

There was a rapid response to the story about restaurants and bars in Mallorca this week complaining about a drop in trade.

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Your seven days news round-up in Mallorca

These are the stories that made the headlines this week.

Andrew Ede28/06/2024 10:37

An impressive selection of artists will be at Bellver

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Masters of music at the Bellver Castle

The show will bring together some of the best figures on the international classical music scene

MDB Digital28/06/2024 07:53

Market in Spain

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Household spending in the Balearics is the highest in Spain

In 2023, average spend for mortgage/rent and bills was 29% higher in the Balearics than in the rest of Spain.

Andrew Ede28/06/2024 07:49

The tiger mosquito population is spreading across the Balearics.

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Balearics on tiger mosquito alert

“The risk is very present in the Balearics and we must consider it very seriously.”

Humphrey Carter27/06/2024 15:12

Parc de la Mar lake in Palma turned grey

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The day the Parc de la Mar lake turned grey

The town hall said there had been no incident involving pipes.

Andrew Ede27/06/2024 09:00

Protest against expansion of Palma Airport, Mallorca

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Tourism degrowth is "inevitable and will bring prosperity"

At the first Civil Society Tourism Congress, a professor from Spain's National Research Council advocated planning for degrowth.

Andrew Ede27/06/2024 07:15

Medusa Beach Club is released after a court appearance in Palma, Mallorca

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Medusa Beach Club owner released on charges

Charged with reckless homicide and causing serious injuries.

Andrew Ede26/06/2024 19:36