Killer whales sink Palma-based sailing yacht in Strait of Gibraltar
700 interactions since orca attacks on ships in the region were first reported in May 2020.
Demands for reducing Palma tourist overcrowding
Is the Partido Popular's new position just a "cosmetic operation"?
Car-hire sector open to reducing the number of vehicles in Mallorca
"It is clear that something has to be done," says the vehicle rental association.
Balearic government will act as a 'letting agency' for empty homes
The government hopes that guarantees will persuade owners to make properties available for long-term rent.
Barking mad in Mallorca
A dog is for life, not an accessory to pick up and drop whenever it suits.
Tourist in ICU after falling from third floor of hotel
The victim has suffered severe cranioencephalic trauma.
Champagne, expensive cars, Michelin grade food all by the beach. Welcome to the new Magalluf
The beach was packed but you could hear a pin-drop.
Ibiza can't take anymore
Once again, we urge families, youths, adults or anyone who appreciates a respectful life and wishes to be treated with respect, to come and make their presence felt
British Airways owner in talks to address Palma-based Air Europa bid concerns
IAG, which also owns Spanish carrier Iberia, aims to secure full control of Air Europa, which is based in Palma.
Fewer areas in Magalluf will have booze restrictions but no drinking on the street
Shops which can sell alcohol must now close by 9.30pm where restrictions are in force.
The Brexit fallout on the youth mobility scheme
Rishi Sunak has rejected an EU offer to strike a post-Brexit deal to allow young Britons to live, study or work in the bloc for up to four years.
Call for 40 year sentence for repeatedly raping a minor in Pollensa
The Public Prosecutor's Office requests that he compensate the victim with 20,105 euros.
Spain's Socialists hail 'new era' in Catalonia as separatist support dims in elections
Spain's Socialists won the biggest share of the vote in Sunday's Catalan elections, dealing a serious blow to more than a decade of separatist governance and the independence dreams still nursed by some in the wealthy northeastern region.
Room rental increases as full flat affordability diminishes
The average room rental price in Calvia is 579 euros.
House taken over by drugs clan is returned to its owner
One of the properties raided during last week's police and customs operation.
Arrests for robbery of tourist's watch worth 150,000 euros
The robbery was in Palma a couple of months ago.
Arenal stepping up security to control Spanish students' excesses
Arenal residents dread the annual end-of-course holidays.
Tax Agency reckons there are 8,700 illegal holiday lets in the Balearics
There has been a cross-checking of Tax Agency and island councils' data.
Comment
Soller locals are revolting
If you’re planning a trip by road to Soller any time soon, may I offer a few words of advice?
Anna Nicholas13/05/2024 14:38