Holiday
Jet2 announces more flights to Mallorca from Britain after strong demand
"As the UK’s leading tour operator and airline to Majorca and Tenerife, we are always quick to react to the demand from customers and independent travel agents."
“The main thing I’ve learnt from Sir Richard is humility”
“I’ve been so lucky. Not many people can say they have been in charge of a castle in the Moroccan mountains, a winery in South Africa, a Swiss ski lodge, two African game reserves, Necker Island and La Residencia in Mallorca.”
Mallorca's hotels - the trend towards ever more luxury
More luxury hotels mean higher tourist spending.
Mallorca attractions 2023 opening dates
Enjoy some of the best attractions the island has to offer this summer!
16.5 million tourists - and no more
"A maximum that should not be exceeded but should tend to decrease."
British travel industry trying to resolve Brexit problem of seasonal workers
UK travellers must understand and be prepared for the introduction of the EU’s entry and exit checks.
British passports will soon lose their value
More travel costs and complications on the horizon for Britons.
Brits heading for the Balearics warned of airport strike action
Industrial action expected to cause problems this season.
Mallorca flights to the heart of Kent on the horizon
Flights from Manston to Palma will take off within five years.
See Mallorca: A day out to the Crystal Church
To gain entry to the Church when it is not open for services, or one of the many weddings of the year, is via the Museum entrance to the side of the building.
Balearic project to set sail on a journey of zero emissions transport and culture
“It’s not only about creating a new form of zero emissions transport, it’s also about changing the culture.
Inside Rafa Nadal's new hotel
Meliá Hotels International and Rafa Nadal have an agreement for some 20 Zel hotels.
Mandarin Oriental announces a new luxury resort in Mallorca
Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra, Mallorca will feature 131 guestrooms, including 44 suites.
From fighting the Taliban to battling drugs and alcohol
“While I am working with people be it online or in person from all walks of life, I am also offering a a support line for people in the music industry because there is not one."
Optimism for the 2023 season in Santa Ponsa
Reservations for the season are up compared with January 2019.
Mallorca had the highest hotel occupancy in Spain in 2022
Balearic hotels recorded 74.2 per cent occupancy last year.
The Balearics will have "an excellent tourism season"
The Spanish government is upbeat and so is the Balearic government.
Airlines pointing to a record summer for Balearic airports
Forecasts for increased flights and ferry services suggest a record tourism season this summer.
First Rafa Nadal-Meliá hotel will be in Palmanova
The goal is for 20 Zel hotels over the next four to five years.
Balearics looking to build on Spanish tourism success at Madrid fair
Focus on Spanish and French tourism for the Balearic tourism industry.
What's on in Mallorca - Sant Sebastià 2023
Events for the Sant Sebastià fiestas (mainly Palma) plus some leftovers for Sant Antoni.
Life in the Soller Valley: another working week of 2023
The new restaurant owners of Sa Frontera (on the L’horta roundabout) have created a highly expectant vibe...
A third of British holidaymakers booking all-inclusive in 2023
Demand for all-inclusive has tended to rise when there are economic difficulties.
New Heights of Entertainment: The Climb of the Pine
The naked, silky smooth pine is then covered with a thick layer of soap before being winched up to its full height, using a primitive system of knotted ropes and elbow grease, by hearty volunteers ensconced at the top of the said church tower.
Hotel conversion to social housing - not a single taker
The law stipulates that 50% of hotel conversion to residential accommodation must be for social housing.
Britons to be charged an extra six quid to visit the Balearics this year
The objective is to identify individuals who pose security threats before they are able to travel to the Schengen area.