News of the day 23 June 2025
News / Latest headlines
Still from Arran’s video showing a young protester smashing

Latest headlines

Digital locks on holiday rentals smashed with a hammer in Mallorca

Previously, the group has smashed rental cars with hammers as part of their campaign.

MDB Digital

Thousands of citizens crowd the streets of Palma in an outcry against overcrowding

Latest headlines

Your views: Letters to the editor: Tourism overcrowding, protest and prices

Tourism protests, housing crisis, and rising prices worry Mallorca visitors.

MDB Digital

The victim was thrown into the sea off the Paseo Marítimo in Palma.

Latest headlines

Four arrested for robbery, assault and throwing victim off Mallorca sea front

The officers called an ambulance, which attended to the victim, who required stitches.

Humphrey Carter

Strike action was avoided in December, but now it looks very likely.

Latest headlines

Mallorca emergency service to go on strike

The trade union pointed out that the protest has been called because, despite the ‘good faith, patience and trust’ shown so far, workers find themselves once again in ‘the same or worse conditions than in previous years’.

Humphrey Carter

News / Did you know
Calvia is very popular this summer.

Did you know

Calvia is top holiday spot as Mallorca shines in Spain

In terms of prices, the Hotel Price Index rose by 5.7% in May compared to the same month in 2024, marking 48 consecutive months of year-on-year increases.

Humphrey Carter

Banyalbufar offers amazing views.

Did you know

The hidden trail in Mallorca loved by Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama chose to get away from the tourist hustle and bustle to hike one of the most unknown and charming corners of the Serra de Tramuntana.

MDB Digital

Make sure you know what you can pack.

Did you know

British government hand luggage warning

According to the FCO, there are restrictions on what items you can take in your hand luggage and hold luggage when boarding a plane in the UK.

Humphrey Carter

Holiday / Lifestyle
Can Bordoy Grand House & Garden

Lifestyle

Balearic Bliss: Discover the Best Spas in Mallorca – Part 1

From historic hideaways to sleek coastal sanctuaries, this is your guide to Mallorca’s most exceptional hotel spas, whether you’re staying the night or simply stopping by for the day.

Amanda Butler

Rancho Fino Rescue

Reportaje

The Voice for the Voiceless

Stacey van Tichelt on pain, purpose, and protecting Mallorca’s forgotten animals at Rancho Fino Rescue

Vicki McLeod

Fiestas of Sant Joan on Es Repic beach

Lifestyle

Sun, sea, and summer shifts in Soller

The sun is shining on Soller, and the ‘season’ is underway.

Shirley Roberts

Holiday / Airport
A few complicated travel weeks ahead due to industrial action in Spain and France.

Airport

Official France strike threat to UK Mallorca summer flights

Ryanair has long campaigned for the urgent reform of Europe’s mismanaged ATC services.

Humphrey Carter

Weather / Latest news
High temperatures will keep on rising until Thursday.

Latest news

Tuesday weather in Mallorca: even hotter

Given the high temperatures forecast, it is crucial to stay hydrated and avoid direct exposure to the sun during the middle of the day.

Humphrey Carter

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