News of the day 23 July 2021
News / Latest headlines
People drinking in the streets in s'Arenal.

Coronavirus news

Drones and helicopters to monitor Palma

"We are experiencing a constant change in regulations and behaviour, which varies from one weekend to another..”

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

"We are starting to see a slowdown of the rise (in cases),"

Coronavirus news

Vaccinations slowing spread of COVID-19 cases in Spain -minister

Spain had registered a major growth in the number of diagnosed cases per 100,000 people over the past few weeks.

Reuters

Self-diagnosis antigen test.

Latest headlines

Self-diagnosis antigen tests available in Mallorca

More than 400 pharmacies in the Balearic Islands are now able to sell the antigen self-testing kits.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Vaccination point, Palma.

Coronavirus news

12-15 year olds can now get vaccinated in Mallorca

"We want to increase vaccination as much as possible and do it at the highest speed..”

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Hotel in Minorca.

Latest headlines

The Balearics had 2nd highest hotel occupancy in June

Hotel overnight stays exceeded 14.1 million in Spain in June, which is 8 times higher than during the same month last year.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Swimming pool rental APP experiences boom due to cornavirus

International

As Spain swelters and COVID cases grow, pool renting app thrives

There are 150,000 app users who take their pick between some 3,500 private pools in Spain and France.

Reuters

Hospitality Sector.

Coronavirus news

Slump in activity in Balearic Hospitality Sector

The Valencian Community, Andalusia and Murcia recovered the same level of activity in June 2021 as they had in 2019.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

News / Comment
The British Transport Secretary is apparently going to stick to his review agenda

Majorca tourism

Viewpoint: The UK’s travel tantrum

The British Transport Secretary is apparently going to stick to his review agenda.

Humphrey Carter

“I think the government should re-introduce the curfew...”

Coronavirus news

Viewpoint: Tough decisions

“I think the government should re-introduce the curfew...”

Jason Moore

"You really can’t go back ‘home’ again and expect it to be the same as it was two decades ago."

Comment

Frank Leavers: Getting hot & bothered and slightly ‘bolshie’ back in Blighty!

"You really can’t go back ‘home’ again and expect it to be the same as it was two decades ago."

Frank Leavers

Audience says goodbye to Peter R. de Vries in Amsterdam

Comment

My column, Donald Trelford: Farewell to three great journalists

Three journalists died this week who deserve more than a passing mention.

Donald Trelford

Holiday / Lifestyle
You can blame the government in this case the British government

Majorca tourism

The week in tourism - Sign of the times. More bookings than cancellations

What is the situation of the tourism sector in the Balearic Islands?

Jason Moore

A beautiful St Elm morning.

Majorca tourism

Summer Blog: Look, don’t touch

Jellyfish hurt more people every year than sharks or killer whales, according to a recent BBC report.

Laura Stadler

The Secret Garden in Portals Nous

Community

Where to eat out on Mallorca this hot weekend!

Looking for a new place to eat out? Check our restaurant guide for places across Mallorca.

Laura Stadler

Ten individuals are working hard to train their bodies to endure challenging long distance swims in the name of marine regeneration.

Lifestyle

Save the med: They are pushing their bodies to the limit to help protect the Mediterranean Sea!

Ten individuals are working hard to train their bodies to endure challenging long distance swims in the name of marine regeneration.

save the med

Treading Water.

Lifestyle

Mallorca’s the best fit: Dipping into exercise - the whys and hows of hydrobics

Is it too hot to exercise? Our contributor has chosen a perfect summer workout for you!

Simon Kenion Shears

What's on / Films
Wild Mountain Thyme Official Trailer (2020) Emily Blunt, Jamie Dornan, Drama Movie HD

Films

Films in English for Friday 23 to Thursday 29 July

New films have been added to this week's programme. Also listing films to be screened in English at the Atlàntida Film Fest.

Christina Buchet

What's on / Coming soon
Zahara - MERICHANE

Coming soon

What's On Friday 23 to Saturday July 24

Plenty of concerts taking place this weekend and Sant Jaume fiestas continue across the island.

Christina Buchet

Weather / Latest news
Illetes, Mallorca.

Latest news

Mallorca Weather Forecast for July 24

It's going to nearly 40º centigrade on the island today. Find out where!! Don't forget check the weather near you by clicking here.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Sport / Real Mallorca
Are the RCD Mallorca players up to the pressure of La Liga competition?

Real Mallorca

Fan's view: Salva Sevilla's goal gives RCD Mallorca a second 1-0 pre-season win

Are the RCD Mallorca players up to the pressure of La Liga competition? -Monro Bryce's views

Monro Bryce

Edition of 23 July 2021
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