Tourism
Barceló says it's not possible to limit the number of tourists
While Barceló accepts that it is not possible to limit the actual number of tourists, there can be a limit established on the number of tourist places (in accommodation).
Transport
Majorca's rail network will be fully electrified by 2018
Investment from Madrid could yet revive plans for lines to Arta from Manacor and to Alcudia from Sa Pobla.
Magalluf
PP wanting action against Magalluf illegal sellers
"Residents and businesses are greatly concerned by an increase in illegal selling activity, for which the town hall has not adopted measures that will stamp it out."
Nautical
Boadicea and Lauren L at Palma's Club de Mar
Palma’s Club de Mar has never handled so many super and mega yachts in a season for decades; if indeed ever.
Emergencies
Fire forces hotel evacuation in Calas de Mallorca
The Hotel Canarios Park in Cala Antena, Calas de Mallorca needed to be evacuated.
Real Mallorca
New season for Real Mallorca kicks off tomorrow
Real Mallorca start their fourth consecutive season in Spain's second division (now called Liga 1.2.3) at home tomorrow against newly promoted Reus.
Comment
National versus party interest
The political stalemate is hitting Spain's international image.
Jason Moore