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Mallorca, the set for Disney's Christmas short film directed by Taika Waititi
Filmed in Mallorca earlier this year, the short has already garnered over 5 million views on YouTube within just a few days.
360 'limited price' homes for rent in Palma
Prices will be 30% below the average rental.
VAT will not be charged on Mallorca holiday lets ... for now
There is still the possibility of amendment to the EU VAT directive.
Spain plans to legalise 900,000 illegal immigrants in three years
Spain has to opt between being an open, prosperous country or being a closed and poor one,
What a sight! Billionaire's superyacht leaves Bay of Palma under sail
"She cost in excess of 500 million dollars..."
Britons cash in on the outgoing Golden Visa in Spain to beat the 90 day rule
Thousands of Britons have taken out the Golden Visa.
Airbnb urges Spain rethink on holiday rentals
Spain has built fewer houses in the past decade than at any time since 1970
Two British climbers rescued in Mallorca's mountains
A rescue made more difficult because of fading light.
Guardia Civil uncover one of Mallorca's largest stashes of archaeological pieces
The alleged theft of the items could result in a prison sentence.
Will holiday rentals go from zero VAT to 21%?
The Spanish Government hopes this tax change will put holiday rentals back on the market for permanent residential letting.
Dissuasive or persuasive? The tourist tax
General opinion has been that the tourist tax doesn't deter holidaymakers. Will an increase prove to be dissuasive or not?
Town hall denies that more will be spent on Palma tourism promotion
The tourism councillor was "living on another planet" and disregarding the protests against overtourism.
Outcry over elimination of gender violence complaints procedure forces Palma rethink
The opposition demanded immediate resignations following the Thursday announcement.
Your seven days news round-up in Mallorca
This week we talk about the weather, fire, Palma Springs project, social housing, protecting heritage and limit vehicles entering Mallorca.
Watch Out – There’s a Zebra Crossing!
I still find myself asking: “Who is the dedicated team, or individual responsible in the road traffic/safety department for signing off on where to site Mallorca’s ubiquitous zebra crossings?"
Spanish royals brave muddy waters
After having been insulted and pelted with mud the Spanish royals are returning to the flood zone.
When are the illegals going to be outlawed?
“When will the local authorities start really cracking down on illegal holiday rentals?”
Son Banya drugs clans had stocked up because of the weather forecast
When there are bad weather alerts, purchases are made earlier, and the police know they are.
One of Mallorca's most common holidaymaker complaints - bad weather
Five common complaints by holiday rental guests; all holidaymakers are likely to complain if it rains.
For sale - Mallorca's most expensive property
The value of commercial properties in Palma has shot up over the past ten years or so.
“French gang” facing 151 years in jail for raping British tourist in Mallorca
The videos were shared via the Snapchat application.
Mallorca sharks in danger
A Balearic strategy for the conservation of sharks and rays has been launched.
Legalising homes in Balearic flood zones
Concerns about legalisation ahead of a change in the law that could prevent this.
Palma traffic fines revenue going up by four million euros
Total town hall revenue will increase by 72 million euros in 2025.
Mallorca multiple stabbing for a mobile phone
Suspects were known to the police for their extensive criminal records.
Palma to have Low Emission Zone
From 2030, only ECO or zero-emission vehicles will be able to circulate inside the Avenidas.
Bodies of missing Spanish boys found two weeks after flash floods
Their father - whose name has not been confirmed - tried to cling on to them but they were swept away by the tide of water.
- 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...”
- Take a look at what's on offer in our Classifieds this week!
- Russian-owned Black Pearl in Mallorca
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