News of the day 22 September 2021
News / Latest headlines
Teenager being vaccinated.

Coronavirus news

Over 190,000 not vaccinated against Covid in the Balearics

A total of 190,670 people over 12 years old have still not been vaccinated against Covid-19.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Growth in flights.

Coronavirus news

Easyjet: "UK government missed the boat with easing of travel rules...."

"She said there was still “a lot of confusion” about the rules, especially regarding children and non-vaccinated travellers....."

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Margalida Magraner Marcús, co-founder of the "Majorca Daily Bulletin"

Latest headlines

Bulletin co-founder awarded gold medal from Tourist Board

She founded the Bulletin alongside her late husband Pere A. Serra MBE in 1962.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Apartment development in Palma, Mallorca

Latest headlines

Sale of homes up 50% in the Balearics

The figures do of course reflect the influence of the pandemic on the property market.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Lava and smoke rise following the eruption of a volcano on the Island of La Palma

International

Canaries volcano lava gushes towards sea, eruption goes on

Experts say that if the lava reaches the sea, it could trigger more explosions.

Reuters

Alitan shark bred at Palma Aquarium, Mallorca

Latest headlines

Sharks bred in captivity to be released into Balearic waters

The 15 alitans have been bred at Palma Aquarium and the Cabrera National Park's visitor centre.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Serra de Tramuntana: 10 year Anniversary of UNESCO Declaration.

Latest headlines

Take a Gastronomic Tour in the Serra de Tramuntana

"There is so much added value in presenting products from 4 different farms in the Serra de Tramuntana first-hand..”

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Covid vaccination

Coronavirus news

Balearics coronavirus figures for Wednesday, September 22

Decrease in numbers of Covid patients on wards and in ICU in Mallorca.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

News / Comment
“Northern Europeans come here in search of the good weather...”

Comment

Viewpoint: The weather

“Northern Europeans come here in search of the good weather...”

Jason Moore

"Covid has meant rules, but even so, the government might wish to remember that holidays are meant to be fun."

Comment

Viewpoint: Being half drunk

"Covid has meant rules, but even so, the government might wish to remember that holidays are meant to be fun."

Andrew Ede

Okay, perhaps I’m a cheapskate, but come on, really?

Comment

Confidential: Devon delights and other holiday stuff!

Find out how Frank Leavers is faring on his extended stay in the south of England.

Frank Leavers

The protest was staged despite the Spanish government having, decided to halt plans for expansion.

Comment

The Blog: The irritation index and airport growth

What's the problem with the airport expansion?

Andrew Ede

Holiday / Lifestyle
Megayacht 'Infinity', anchored in Paguera

Lifestyle

Megayacht 'Infinity' docks in Peguera

The megayacht 'Infinity' is accompanied by ‘Intrepid’ on all her voyages.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Mercedes 190D and friends at the Blue Nest.

Lifestyle

Focus on cars: Looking Around

Do you think today's cars are sometimes too complex?

Robert Klevehagen

DJ, Marc Oliver & Tourism & Economics student, Laura Mesquida modelling the Autumn Collecton.

Lifestyle

How to Stay On Trend this Autumn

"The sweaters and coats are not thick because it’s much warmer in Mallorca in autumn than it is on the mainland..”

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Fuyu persimmon

Lifestyle

Food for thought: Persimmons - the fruits of autumn have already arrived at markets

Mallorcans adore persimmons and snap them up as soon as they appear in September.

Andrew Valente

Weather / Latest news
A lot of water is seen here at Estanys Petits, in Alcudia from Tuesday's flooding

Latest news

The clean up begins in Mallorca but more storms are forecast!

An orange alert is in place for more heavy rain and thunderstorms in Mallorca today.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Boats in Palma Harbour & Cathedral.

Latest news

Mallorca Weather Forecast for September 23

The weather in Mallorca is still very unpredicable, keep your umbrella handy and stay up to date with what's happening all over the island via our live webcams, by clicking here.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter

Paperwork / Schools
Learning, listening and lots of laughter; it is good to be back!

Schools

Portraits, puzzles and play at Queen’s College

The primary children have settled back into their school routines so seamlessly.

Queen's College

Sport / Real Mallorca
With 13 minutes to go, Mallorca went all out for the winner and came mighty close

Real Mallorca

Fan's view: Golden point for RCD Mallorca after 0-0 draw

There’s a daunting trip to the Santiago Bernabeu to play some team called Real Madrid today night at 10 pm...

Monro Bryce

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