Holiday

Agnes and her family at the event

Lifestyle

La Salle de Palma hosted the “Walking with Olivia” charity event

Young pupil Olivia requires ongoing specialised treatment to help her regain mobility.

Vicki McLeod

Restricted access at Palma Airport, Mallorca

Airport

Increased security because of the homeless at Palma Airport

Homeless people at the airport insist they are not the ones committing thefts.

Andrew Ede

Yachting opens doors to experiences that few other professions can offer

Lifestyle

The joy of adventure: Exploring the world through yachting

This lifestyle isn’t just about the places visited—it’s about the stories created, the moments shared, and the spirit of exploration that fuels every journey.

Erica Lay

Swedish art patron and entrepreneur Ann Wikström Mogliani

Lifestyle

Art, architecture, and intimacy: Es Garatge opens as Palma’s bold new gallery space

The event served as more than a gallery opening—it was a statement about Palma’s growing reputation and aspiration as a serious contender for the title of European Capital of Culture 2031.

Amanda Butler

Attractions

Dapper Rides for a Cause: The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride Rolls Through Palma

Founded in 2012 in Sydney, Australia, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) brings together riders of classic and vintage-styled motorcycles in cities worldwide.

Vicki McLeod

Airport

Leaks reappear at Palma airport, this time in the newly renovated zone

Airport sources confirmed that the water infiltration did not pose an immediate risk to passengers or employees.

MDB Digital

Visitors to the Mediaeval Market enjoyed the Gegants and the atmosphere

Attractions

Mallorca events: What's On from Friday, 16 to Thursday, 22 May

This weekend there are plenty of festive events: Alcudia's Feria de Abril, Capdepera's Mediaeval Market, Sant Jordi's snail fair, Cala Millor spring fair, Palma's Sardine fair, Ses Salines May Fair and in sports Real Mallorca play at home and Pollensa will hold a half marathon.

Andrew Ede

More Holiday
The Mallorcan coast.

Travelling

Mallorca, one of the leading destinations in the 'Travel Report 2025'

Mallorca has secured its place as one of the world’s most in-demand summer destinations, ranking fifth globally in the Travel Report 2025 by the Mastercard Economics Institute.

MDB Digital13/05/2025 15:08

The friendships formed in yachting

Crew focus in Mallorca

The life-changing friendships formed in yachting

For many, these friendships are life-changing, offering emotional support, laughter, and companionship in what can be an intense, high-pressure, and stressful environment.

Erica Lay13/05/2025 12:33

Playa de Muro is always a winner.

Beaches

Mallorca beach ranked in world’s top ten

Top of the list in pole position is Elafonissi Beach but Playa de Muro comes in at number eight.

Humphrey Carter13/05/2025 10:25

Ryanair plane

Travelling

Demand for increase in Balearic residents' travel discount

This is in response to the announcement of an increase in the price of inter-island flights.

Andrew Ede13/05/2025 09:03

“I have always been interested in art”

Lifestyle

The art of intuition: Sylvia Baker de Perkal on creativity, confidence and capturing a vision

Today, from her countryside studio in Algaida, surrounded by the changing rhythms and colour palette of Mallorcan nature, she creates evocative works of art that channel joy, serenity and a deep sense of beauty.

Amanda Butler12/05/2025 15:40

Drag helped me heal. It made me happy again

Lifestyle

Sunshine, sequins and second chances: The story of Ruda Puda

Drag Brunch, hosted at the vibrant Mares Restaurant in Pueblo Español, their performances are quickly becoming a cult weekend fixture.

Vicki McLeod12/05/2025 09:56

Work being carried out on Magaluf beach in Mallorca

Beaches

Magalluf's new dunes and 'oases' of palm trees

Work on the beach is part of the remodelling scheme for the promenade.

Andrew Ede11/05/2025 15:07

Iberia and Air Europa planes

Travelling

Foreigners benefiting illegally from Balearic residents' travel discount

This is an issue to do with temporary residence status in the Balearics.

Andrew Ede10/05/2025 10:35

Tourists in Palma, Mallorca

Travelling

US 2025 bookings for Spain are down, but not for the Balearics

The Balearics want to attract more non-European tourists, and the biggest bet has been on the US.

Andrew Ede10/05/2025 09:19

Mock battle between the Moors and Christians

Attractions

Soller fair this weekend – Pirates, legends & forgotten shores

Soller celebrates its legendary fair this weekend, reviving Mallorca’s pirate past, coastal myths, and centuries-old cultural traditions.

Andrew Ede08/05/2025 15:56

Europe Day is back in Palmanova this weekend

Attractions

Europe Day is back in Palmanova this weekend

Calvia’s celebration of Europe Day will take place on Saturday, 10th May, from 10am to 10pm along Palmanova beachfront.

MDB Digital08/05/2025 13:08

One of the Blue Flags awarded last year in the Balearics.

Beaches

32 Blue Flags for Balearic beaches

This international recognition endorses the quality of the waters, facilities and services on Spain's coastlines. Fifteen per cent of the world’s beaches with environmental flags are in Spain.

Humphrey Carter07/05/2025 14:55

Superyachts often operate with crews comprising a blend of nationalities

Crew focus in Mallorca

Celebrating diversity: Cultures and cuisine on the high seas

Communication styles, work approaches, and cultural norms may vary, but these differences are what make the experience so unique.

Erica Lay06/05/2025 14:42

Frustrating morning at Palma airport.

Airport

Delays at Palma airport on Tuesday due to heavy rain

The delays have been caused by the presence of a cumulonimbus cloud, which is a type of cloud with a large vertical development, dense and associated with heavy rain, thunderstorms and, sometimes, hail or snow.

Humphrey Carter06/05/2025 09:28

Cyclists in Mallorca

Travelling

Slight increase in March tourism in Mallorca, but the UK was down over 20%

The early Easter in 2024 has to be taken into account, but UK tourism also fell in January and February.

Andrew Ede05/05/2025 18:39

Industrial action in the UK will hit flights to the Balearics.

Airport

Mallorca flights could be hit by Gatwick strike this month

There will be double the disruption at London Gatwick Airport in May and June as workers represented by Unite at two firms are set to strike, with some overlap in the industrial action.

Humphrey Carter05/05/2025 15:19

O’Leary is also putting pressure on the European Union to take similar steps across the EU at all airports

Airport

British airport boozing controls on the horizon

"We don’t allow people to drink-drive, yet we keep putting them up in aircraft at 33,000 feet.”

Humphrey Carter05/05/2025 11:29

Busy start to the tourist season.

Travelling

Tourists splashing the cash in Mallorca

Spanish tourists predominate among the main nationalities that have made bookings in the last seven days through Travelgate: Spaniards accounted for 46.4%, followed by the British with 25.4% and Germans with 4.1%, and Americans and French, both with 2.6%.

Humphrey Carter05/05/2025 10:45