Holiday

The location scouts with their host and guide outside Mercat Olivar in Palma.

Lifestyle

Mamma Mia! Shooting big budget productions in Mallorca is no mission impossible

I “I talk to some 15 different location managers every week and I’ll be telling them Mallorca is amazing.”

Humphrey Carter

Chinese brochure advertising for Mallorca.

Hotels

Mallorca braced for Chinese invasion

Last year the Balearic government contacted two Chinese airlines in order to study the possibilities of direct flights to Mallorca.

Humphrey Carter

Lucy Ireland

Crew focus in Mallorca

Island insights: Meet Lucy Ireland, elevating superyacht services in Mallorca

Today I’m speaking with Lucy Ireland, originally from the UK, she’s been based in Mallorca 19 years ago. She is the co-owner of Superyacht Uniforms, Superyacht Eco and Orca Superyacht Signs with her husband David.

Erica Lay

Palmanova is expecting a bumper season.

Hotels

Balearic holiday bookings up 10.2%, hotels opening early

Calvia expects a total of 149 of the 230 tourist establishments to be open in March.

Humphrey Carter

General view of Soller village

Lifestyle

Change comes to Soller Valley

Currently the window to watch is ‘take away’ food. New ideas and concepts are springing up all over Mallorca and certainly in the Soller Valley...

Shirley Roberts

The Iron Claw Official Trailer HD

Attractions

Get into the ring with Zac Efron's latest film showing across Mallorca

This week we have a new release plus Oscar winning movies Oppenheimer and Poor Things aer still showing. Plus Godzilla and Kong team-up in a new film coming soon.

Christina Buchet

Saint Patrick's Day celebrations in Santa Ponsa

Attractions

Mallorca events: What's On from Friday to Thursday

This weekend (15 to17 March) don't miss Saint Patrick's day in Santa Ponsa, Real Mallorca play at home on Saturday, fairs in Soller and Manacor, and plenty of concerts across the island.

Andrew Ede

More Holiday
A bright spring and summer ahead for Mallorca tourism.

Hotels

Spain's hotel sector sees demand surging in spring, Balearics shines

Hoteliers have highlighted the growth recorded this winter season by travellers from the United Kingdom.

Humphrey Carter12/03/2024 12:58

Tailback for access to the parking zone at Palma Airport, Mallorca

Airport

Cameras being considered to end Palma Airport parking area queues

Fines would be issued to drivers who wait rather than use the express parking.

Andrew Ede12/03/2024 09:42

I left my world to teach yoga in the North of Bali to orphans and Balinese mums

Crew focus in Mallorca

From scientist to yacht deck/stew and yoga enthusiast in Mallorca

Today I’m speaking with Belen Martinez Garcia, from mainland Spain. She arrived in Mallorca in November ready to find her next role as Deck/Stew, hopefully with some Masseuse and Yoga Teacher duties too!

Erica Lay11/03/2024 13:48

Top marks for Palma airport.

Airport

Mallorca’s Palma Airport, Best Airport in Europe in its category

In the past, the airport has been awarded for having the Best Hygiene Measures in Europe against COVID-19.

Humphrey Carter11/03/2024 12:23

Lifestyle

The Package Holiday: an archive of nostalgic images of British tourists abroad

Several of Trevor's images have been selected and displayed by London's National Portrait Gallery.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter09/03/2024 04:05

When seasickness sets in, fix your gaze on the horizon

Crew focus in Mallorca

Dealing with seasickness: Tips for new crew members!

Here are practical tips and coping mechanisms to help you navigate the challenges of seasickness because, let’s face it, nobody enjoys riding the vomit comet.

Erica Lay08/03/2024 11:28

Easyjet flight taking off from Palma.

Airport

EasyJet boosts summer capacity from Southend to Mallorca

The increased frequency of flights to Mallorca offers additional options for summer holidays at great value fares.

Ashlee Caliz08/03/2024 11:09

Easter fun fair is at Son Fusteret in Palma

Attractions

Mallorca events: What's On from Monday to Thursday

Explore the vibrant cultural scene in Palma with a diverse array of events.

Andrew Ede08/03/2024 04:05

Simon coaching a group at one of his Fresh Fitness Clubs

Lifestyle

No one is lazy

Meet Simon Kenion Shears, author and fitness coach, training groups of people every week in Santa Maria.

Vicki McLeod07/03/2024 16:48

The Mediterranean is one of the most threatened marine ecosystems on the planet

Lifestyle

Protecting 30% of the Mediterranean: towards a sustainable future

Currently, 1.7% of the Balearic Sea is highly protected, and at the Marilles Foundation we are working to reach 10% by 2030 through the Balearic Blue Deal.

Aniol Esteban07/03/2024 14:58

The battle for sunbeds has being fought on cruise ships.

Travelling

The battle for sunbeds hits the high seas

Carnival Cruise Line has a strict rule to help combat 'chair hogs'.

Humphrey Carter07/03/2024 14:48

Scores of hotel remain on the market in the Balearics.

Hotels

Balearics has the most hotels for sale in Spain

The supply of hotels has not stopped growing since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020.

Humphrey Carter05/03/2024 10:32

Palma Airport has recently introduced complimentary pushchairs to get from the aircraft to the baggage carousel.

Airport

Mallorca airport now offers free buggies for families with children

The buggies are parked at different points in the terminals.

MDB Digital04/03/2024 14:52

Will and Emma Seal

Crew focus in Mallorca

From yachting to dining: The Seals' Mallorcan adventure

This week I’m chatting to British couple Will and Emma Seal, who, after eight and three years respectively in the yachting industry are now running their own company based in Mallorca: Seal Private Dining.

Erica Lay04/03/2024 10:40

Airport

British Government hesitant to reverse relaxation of airport liquids restrictions

The plan is to have advanced computed tomography (CT) scanners operational by June at airports handling over one million passengers annually, facilitating the relaxation of liquid restrictions in carry-on bags.

MDB Digital04/03/2024 10:23