“Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word”
What a week it’s been, apologies left, right and centre but no one actually taking any responsibility.
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"Just because you've been driving a long time doesn't mean you'll pass your Spanish test"
Interview with Mallorca-based driving instructor Charles McCartney.
New traffic laws
Spain will this year be tightening its traffic laws and that means electric scooters.
Pilot told of life-or-death situation
Investigation into illegal immigration incident at Palma airport last November continues in Palma court.
Brexit re-think looming?
Could a new Briton-friendly President of the European Parliament spark change?
Mallorca’s “ghost flights”
Més per Mallorca are calling on Brussels to bring an end to “ghost flights”.
The Covid pantomime
From politicians to tennis players, some people are having a laugh.
Britons lead surge in foreign bookings to the Balearics
Data for the week between January 4 and 10 shows that the Balearics is the sixth most booked destination.
Mallorca frenzy in the UK
Holiday bookings to Spain, in particular the Balearics, has shot up over the past week.
Tackling Mallorca's mountains to help fight cancer
Sean Judkins is organising the second multi-sport challenge in Mallorca to raise funds and awareness for Cancer Support Mallorca.
Nomads head to Mallorca
All areas of Spain are looking at attracting remote workers from overseas.
The sun shines on Mallorca
When the sun shines in Mallorca never mind the temperature.
Mallorca missing the Brits
The buzz word is sadly cancellations as opposed to holiday reservations.
New Covid balls please
Australia is battling a lack of supplies and a testing overload, but not for Djokovic.
The mask of Covid
We are supposed to be wear-ing masks outside in Spain, but many are not.
Hospital case confusion
I think we need more complete data regarding hospital admissions.
Winning Mallorcan hospital
Son Espases University Hospital in Palma has beaten all odds to remain number one.
Mallorcans sit tight
Cash is drying up on the high streets as the economy takes a tumble.
Mallorca's Christmas miracle
It finally happened, Christmas spirit broke out in Palma on Christmas Eve after a rather timid start.
Mallorca cruise limit sunk
Two years of negotiations appear to have gone down like the Spanish armada.
What will happen in Mallorca?
The Spanish Prime Minister has left it a bit late to call a Covid meeting today.
No vaccine no party...
The Balearics may be relatively “safe” compared to the rest of Europe but...
Britons rewarded for Mallorca undercover solution to reducing plastic
Undercover Solutions are pioneering an alternative to plastic for the nautical industry.
It’s a red alert Christmas
The advice from Brussels is don’t travel this Christmas, Covid passports or not.
Mallorca stands together
Not long ago, it was headline news, now the food banks have been forgotten.
Mallorca on the edge
Covid cases are rising and the next few days could prove crucial for Christmas.
Dogs and their owners
I don’t have a problem with dogs, I love them, at times I wonder about their owners.
Mallorca’s nomads
As Spain rolls out a new campaign to attract digital workers, Mallorca should cash in.
Branson building his Mallorcan dream hotel
The main manor house has a history stretching back further to the 15th century.
"Mallorca needs to open its mind more to the nautical industry"
Interview with Rhea Rouw, the founder of Yachting International Radio.
It’s a staycation winter
Plenty of people are planning on travelling but many are staying close to home.
What are you searching for?
How many times have you wondered what people are searching for on line?
Mallorca mask up again
The floored roll out of the Covid passport has just caused more confusion.
Staying in Mallorca this Christmas may be the best option
Yesterday, there were reports of some flights bound to Spain from the UK were taking off almost empty.
Palma needs a referendum
EU recovery aid is flooding in but I think we, the people, should be asked how it is spent.
"Covid passports are not good for the health of society"
Interview with Irish barrister Ciarán McCollum, who takes issue with the Covid passport and other measures.
Tourism’s long road ahead
The road ahead for the recovery of tourism is going to be a bumpy one.
Brussels sprouts at Mallorca
Palma has the worst quality tap water in Spain and now the Balearics is in trouble.
Netflix and the budget
Spain was so close to approving the new budget but parties have switched channels.
Immigration controls
Instead of arguing, the UK and France need to get their acts together.
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Should unvaccinated people be fined?
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Bargains of the Day!
Looking for a sea view property? Don't miss this apartment in Torrenova in today's classifieds, along with much more.
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Should cruise ships be banned again from Palma?
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Mallorca Weather Forecast for January 17
You can keep up to date with the weather across the island here.
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Mallorca's Cup run continues
Mallorca into the quarter-finals.
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Was Boris Johnson's apology enough?
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It would be better for everyone if Djokovic were playing: Nadal
Rafa Nadal is taking no pleasure from the absence of great rival Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open...
What's on
What's On Sunday 16 and Monday 17 January
This weekend is Sant Antoni and some villages across the island are having celebrations. Take a look!
What's on
Films in English for Friday 14 until Thursday 20 January
An additional showing of this scary movie to be shown at Festival Park this week.
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For Laura...
This week in Nordic Spotlight, Jessika writes about her youngest daughter who has a hearing disability and how cochlear implants have changed her life.
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Mallorca's person of the week: Boris, Andrew and Novak
Plus - taking your Unesco World Heritage Site status seriously.
Lifestyle
Deserts under the sea
Most hidden deserts are irreversible and will not regenerate.
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Top Events this week on the island
These are Andrew Ede's top events that are taking place on Mallorca this week.
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News, what news?
Anna Nicholas’s views on some of the stories of the week.
Lifestyle
The orange is back with a juicy hello
Find out why Mallorca’s oranges are extremely good and are among the best in Spain.
Lifestyle
The very real problems of the Humans of Majorca in 2022
What is the hard reality that young people in Mallorca have to face?
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Car hire crooks
A reader shares his recent experience with a car hire company on Mallorca.
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Pants Power
Sarah has set up a company where you can buy a pair of Brave Bird Pants.
Kids Zone
A Showcase of our Early Years Curriculum
For more information, please contact us at admissions.santagusti@balearesint.net or call us at +34 971 403 161. We look forward to hearing from you!
Lifestyle
A New Year in Mallorca
One of the things that makes my mood better is a warm home and it’s not so easy on Mallorca in January.
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The Wine and Cheese party - Now’s the time to bring it back
What made this home gathering so popular in the 1960s and 1970s?
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When the Greens take over tourism
What do you think would happen?
Lifestyle
This deep-fried fish was perfection plus
Thumbs up or thumbs down? What does our critic have to say about this restaurant?
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Cup tie break for RCD Mallorca today
What can we expect from RCD Mallorca today? Monro Bryce's Analysis
Lifestyle
Local business guide in Mallorca
What are you looking for? Check out our business guide for places to shop on the island.
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Careful with your Vitamin D supplements
Vitamin D toxicity leads to excessively high blood calcium levels. It can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention.
Kids Zone
Primary Spanish lessons at Queen's College
The primary children at Queen’s College study Spanish and Catalan alongside the British curriculum.
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Brexit Outcome
One reader gives his opinion about Brexit. Find out what he has to say.