Magalluf
British holidaymakers welcome the Bobbies to Magalluf
”I think it’s a very good idea. It’s nice to know that you can talk to a British police officer, someone who speaks your own language in the case of an incident."
Cleaning up Majorca
Resident takes to street cleaning
She explained that she is very much aware of environmental problems, not just here but around the world in general.
Sailors and solidarity
The recognition by the organisers of the Copa del Rey, and undoubtedly all those who competed and were involved in the regatta, for the air sea rescue service, the air force and the crew of the yacht Seahawk, which saved the life of 84-year-old Jacinto Rodriguez last weekend, was the perfect gesture to bring the prestigious week-long sailing event to a close.
Yachting
Seamanship distinction
Last night, the Copa del Rey regatta recognised the crucial work that is done not only by the Maritime Rescue services and the Air Force but by all seafarers.
Things not to say in Spain
Yesterday morning I was invited to take part in a live debate on Antenna 3 (Spain’s equivalent of ITV). Every morning after the news they have a current affairs debate programme called Espejo Publico and it is extremely popular.
Magalluf Control
Bobbies to support Guardia
British officers are going to be on a two-week trial in Magalluf and Ibiza.
A new broom sweeps clean
Something is definitely happening under the new Socialist-led left-wing administration. We are well aware of the open warfare which has broken out between Palma and Madrid over funding plus plans to reintroduce the tourist tax, which this time around is gathering support from some sectors of the tourist industry, the push for more renewable energy, the gradual ban on bullfighting and the expansion of the region’s nature reserves, but at local council level, things are moving too.
Royal Family
The King takes to the water
King Felipe VI took to the waters in the Bay of Palma today to compete in the Copa del Rey.
“Show me the money...”
In 2008, the last time the Balearics was run by a Socialist-led left-wing coalition, central government pumped 300 million euros of public funding into the region. Next year, if we are lucky, we are down to receive just 159 million euros.
Winter flights
Rural tourism hard hit by lack of winter flights
“If the number of flights increased and the demand grew, then the island would have the accommodation available to tackle seasonality.”
Real Club Nautico
Eyewitness account from skipper of yacht which rescued sailor
“The pants were bad for swimming, but they gave me buoyancy,” Rodriguez said later as he prepared to continue with his plans to compete in the regatta.
Winter flights
Cracking winter flights
Yesterday, the Balearic government announced its intention to set to work on opening up more winter air routes between the Balearics and the principal European tourism markets.
An injection of fun, please
Why does Majorca keep its fiestas a big secret, they could be sold globally.
Record start to the peak of the season
Palma’s Son San Joan has got off to a record-breaking start to August today as foreign demand for holidays in Majorca continues to grow.
People love palaces...
KING Felipe VI yesterday met leading local politicians on the first day of his summer holiday at Marivent Palace with Queen Letizia and their two daughters, on the outskirts of Palma.
Palma Council bans bull fighting
Just 24 hours after boxes containing 130,000 signatures backing calls for a ban on bull fighting in Palma, the town council voted to ban the sport.
Comment
Evening all...
Obviously, the two members of the West Midlands police force have been welcomed to Majorca by the local authorities and the majority of British holidaymakers in Magalluf, judging by their remarks yesterday.
Humphrey Carter 10/08/2015 00:00