Only 12% of Balearic tourist tax revenue has been used
The Public Audit Office has issued a devastating report into the "chaos and lack of control" in the management of the tax up to 2023.
As rents keep rising, Balearics call for increase in rental assistance payments
The state-run assistance scheme is the same regardless of the situation in individual regions of Spain.
31 bodies of possible migrants washed up on Balearic beaches
In all cases, the security forces believe that they could be migrants who drowned during the irregular crossing of the Mediterranean between North Africa and the islands.
Beware of the huge “illegal” street market at the foot of Mallorca Cathedral
Holidaymakers are being warned that they could face fines of 750 euros for buying from street hawkers.
120 million euros in the bank, and Alcudia's rubbish tax will almost double
The increase in the tax has to do with the 2024 accounts and an apparent failure to meet the spending rule.
Summer’s Looking Rosé
Drink local. Feel smugly sustainable. You’ll be racking up environmental karma and helping keep our island’s vineyards thriving.
The Mallorcans laughing at the protests
There is a great irony in Mallorca. We have the protesters wanting better protection and a fair deal while there are others who don’t get it at all.
Spain and Mallorca: Losing the world’s tourism leadership?
Given respective growth rates, Spain might overhaul the world leader, France, within the next two to three years.
Tourists visiting Mallorca warned: ‘Be wary of suspicious offers of help’
If at any time you notice anything strange, it is best to contact local security or your bank if your finances are involved.
Skjur® is launching in Spain and is committed to natural, vegan, and effective cosmetics
Skjur® now begins its expansion into Spain with great enthusiasm, championing conscious cosmetics tailored to the needs of even the most demanding skin.
Mallorca beach closed due to sighting of a manta ray
It cannot be ruled out that there may be more sightings in the coming days.
Spain slams new air passenger delay rules, Ryanair must modify the minimum dimensions of its free hand luggage allowance
Council of Europe has decided to increase the flight delay time entitling passengers to compensation from 3 to 4 and 6 hours, depending on the flight distance.
Saturday weather in Mallorca
The forecast for Mallorca for Saturday, the seventh of June.
Energy Ariya Challenge
Soller promotes sustainability and the environment with Energy
This initiative demonstrates that, through play, active participation and example, it is possible to sow the seeds of ecological awareness in the younger generations. And in Soller, those seeds have begun to grow strongly.
Real Mallorca's summer of speculation
On Wednesday the first to put pen to paper on a two-year contract extension was 25-year-old Mateo Morey from Petra.
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Don’t kill the messenger
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