Music
East meets west in European Pianofest in Majorca this month
Something very special and unique is going to be taking place in Majorca later this month: the first European Pianofest.
Crime
Over forty arrests in Majorca's biggest drugs bust of the year
At least 40 people have been arrested in Majorca, while in total nearly 100 have been arrested across Spain.
Tourism
Drop in pound fuels demand for all-inclusive
Some bar owners, in particular in Magalluf, are claiming that this is one of the worst summers for years, with everyone coming either on all-inclusive packages.
Emergencies
Driver leaps to safety to avoid being crushed after accident
The impact was so fierce that the VW engine ended up embedded into the platform of the tow truck.
Transport
Cancellations and delays at Palma airport
By 5pm this afternoon, a total of 29 flights had been cancelled in the Balearics.
Police
British family appeal for one last forensic test
Nearly nine years ago, Jacqueline Tennant went missing while hiking in Majorca, and the family are still fighting for closure.
Tourist tax
Tourist tax comes into force on Friday
"Our message to tourists coming to the Balearics from Friday and paying the tourist tax is 'your vacation, your island, your support'."
Brexit
"Brexit will have no immediate effect on the Balearics"
With the Balearics almost sold out and with fears of overbooking this summer season, the region is forecasting that Brexit will not have any immediate effects.
Retailing
Summer sales expected to fuel surge in jobs on back of sales boom
The summer sales, which officially begin this week on Friday, are expected to create 1,074 jobs across the Balearics.
Transport
Protests, delays and cancellations at Palma airport
THE eleventh French air traffic controllers’ strike in three months caused flight delays and cancellations in the Balearics yesterday.
Tourist tax
Study reveals tourist tax will hit spending
A study commissioned by the Balearic government to assess any negative impact of the new tourist tax, which comes into effect on 1 July, has concluded that the levy will lead to a 0.8 per cent fall in spending by holidaymakers.
Brexit
Balearic summit called to analyse the effects of the Brexit
The Balearic government has called an urgent meeting of the Tourism Advisory Board this week to discuss and analyse the possible consequences that Britain leaving the European Union will have on the tourist industry, the local economy and jobs.
EU referendum
Brexit will create uncertainty for selling holidays
"Nobody in the UK appears to know what is going on. That 350 million we’re going to get back was a lie." "It’s bad news for the tourist industry."
EU referendum
This is the beginning of the break-up of the United Kingdom
"I think those who suffered the biggest shock was the leave group because they have no road map, no plan B. They don’t know what to do next."
Entertainment
Gloria Gaynor, the queen of disco, talks to the Bulletin
Gloria Gaynor - "I choose songs that empower people" - will be performing at Port Adriano on 23 July.
EU referendum
Brexit reactions in Majorca: Impact on expatriates
"In June 2018 all of the current agreements Britain has with the EU, be it Spain, France, wherever, will become null and void."
Transport
Private jets are flying high in the Balearics this year
Private jet charter movement to Ibiza and Palma has risen significantly this year in both the business and leisure sectors.
Entertainment
British pianist with music for the senses in Mancor
Stephen Blue is going to be treating music lovers to a free night of "music for the senses" in Plaça de l’Església in his home village of Mancor de la Vall.
- Spain wants Britons to show they have 113.40 euros, £97, per day for their holidays
- Over two hours for Britons to get through Palma airport queues
- Palma Airport passport control "collapse" put down to unscheduled flights
- Living in a motorhome in Palma: "It'll only get worse"
- Watch those prices in Mallorca
Comment
Brexit chickens
So, those responsible for causing an almighty mess have now done a runner.
Humphrey Carter 05/07/2016 00:00