British holidaymakers outraged at the price of alcohol in Magalluf
Prices have gone up and less alcohol is being served.
Balearic government accused of promoting drunken tourism
Stung by criticisms from business associations, the tourism minister is now promising full consultation.
British tourists getting worried about early bar closing in Mallorca
Hospitality sector is furious over the proposal.
A tourist is a friend in Mallorca
A year is a long time in politics and this year there is a new message, come to Mallorca, you are more than welcome.
New Balearic government says current law has damaged the image of some resorts.
New Balearic government says current law has damaged the image of some resorts.
Magalluf bakery fined and closed for selling alcohol at 5am
A fine of 60,000 euros.
Playa de Palma police operation against illegal selling
Street sellers, tourist supermarkets and the 'latero' sellers of alcohol.
Playa de Palma at night, fuelled by alcohol street sellers
The street sellers take advantage of the tourism of excesses law.
Has Playa de Palma reached its tipping point?
Tourist excess in Playa de Palma is hardly anything new, but there is now the sheer scale of the excess.
One of the messages being sent out.
One of the messages being sent out.
Britons being warned about pre-flight boozing
“We want everyone travelling this summer to enjoy themselves and have a good time"
Ryanair gets tough on booze on Mallorca flights
And on UK flights to Ibiza and four other Spanish airports.
Balearic nightclubs to crack down on sexual assaults and violence
People who feel unsafe, vulnerable or threatened can discreetly seek help by approaching venue staff and asking them for ‘Angela’.
Mallorca doctor awarded the MBE for his work to reduce balcony deaths in Magalluf praises the Law of Excesses
95% percent of the balcony incidents involved excess alcohol and 37% drugs.
No drunk and fly drive warning for Brits if heading to the Balearics
Internal airline data suggests that excessive and uncontrolled alcohol consumption is a common factor.
Champagne at a wholesalers in Mallorca
A champagne shortage.
Tourist demand for high-end alcohol brands pushing supply "to the limit"
A problem with the supply of raw materials is also a factor.
Local Police at the scene in Alcudia.
Local Police at the scene in Alcudia.
Comment
Mallorcan sex on the beach is too expensive for Brits
I hate to say this but I have been saddened by the outcry from Brits over the cost of booze in Mallorca. There is so more to the island than drinking.
Humphrey Carter10/05/2024 09:53