Tourism
Palma to diversify cruise visitors, promote smaller ports
Palma has reached full capacity in terms of cruise passengers and is looking to attract smaller ships.
Environment
Car-hire association calls for climate change legislation delay
With regard to rapid charging points, only the north African cities of Ceuta and Melilla have fewer than the Balearics.
What's On
Where to go and What to see
Cruise ships in port, markets to visit and films to see in English.
What's On
Events in Majorca on Thursday / Friday
Sonny Rollins tribute at the Blue Jazz Club, Palma this evening and the Pollensa Autumn and Artisan Fair opens tomorrow.
Finance
Balearics budget timetable set out to be passed by Christmas
An extra 35 millions euros has been set aside for the Aetib strategic tourism agency.
Environment
Environmentalists denounce Can Picafort dredging
In May 2019, there was an order to cease the dredging.
Terraces
Palma terraces “referendum” to be held in January
“Many families depend on revenue from bars and restaurants”
Business
Majorcan is fourth richest person in Spain
Singer, Julio Iglesias dropped to 37th this year.
London Fair
Condor "vital" for the Balearics 2020 summer season
The tourism industry in the Balearics is more concerned about the condition of the German market than the British.
Finance
More grants promised for Calvia
The grants are intended for improving the appearance of establishments, both inside and outside.
Restaurant Review
There’s a Basque tavern in town
Taberna Bilbo, La Rambla 10, Palma. Tel:871:533713
Comment
A good fair
“One thing which is very clear...the British are loyal to these islands...”
Jason Moore