Environmentalists demanding the removal of terraces in Costa de la Calma
The group pointed out that the work is being carried out on pre-existing structures without ensuring compliance with current coastal regulations.
Prison for restaurant terrace on the beach in Mallorca
For years, the condemned man denounced being the victim of an alleged political persecution by the then mayor of Pollença Tomeu Cifre Ochogavía.

People sitting on a terrace in Palma
People sitting on a terrace in Palma.

Hundreds of establishments are still waiting to get their money back from the council
Hundreds of establishments are still waiting to get their money back from the council
Welcome back to terrace dining!
Check out these fantastic restaurants and treat yourself to lunch with a view!
Messing about in Mallorca
Bars and restaurants are on lockdown for the long haul and they know it.
Viewpoint
End Palma terrace ban
It's time the local authorities have a general rethink and prepare for the future.
Is Palma Council right to ban covered terraces?
Gardening
Gardening in Majorca
The Passiflora likes plenty of warmth and sunshine and will need frequent watering. Once inside a plant pot one can at least keep the root suckers under control.
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Comment
Take out or take away?
Cafés are doing some business but outside, all that’s missing are chairs.
Humphrey Carter20/01/2021 09:30