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The big U.S. exodus to Spain, Trump blamed

Big increase despite the end of the Golden Visa in Spain

Jason Moore

Tourism protest in Mallorca

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Mallorca Tourist Board's open letter to the media was "anachronistic"

This summer will provide many reasons for public discontent with overtourism, says one of the organisers of the protest planned for June 15.

Andrew Ede

Tourists relieving themselves in Playa de Palma, Mallorca

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What was that about dealing with tourist anti-social behaviour in Mallorca?

In February, Palma Town Hall announced a major crackdown on anti-social behaviour.

Andrew Ede

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Influencers selling properties in Mallorca - Buyer beware!

Professional estate agents thought they had a mandatory registration scheme. But then the Spanish Government intervened.

Andrew Ede16/05/2025 08:10

The earthquake occurred at 1:24 p.m. and the epicentre was recorded at a depth of 9 kilometres

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Mallorca earthquake

The earthquake did not affect the population and no material damage was reported in the area.

MDB Digital15/05/2025 17:38

Another drive to ease the gridlock in Mallorca.

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Mallorca to restrict vehicle access

Limit on the number of rental cars authorised to circulate on the island.

Humphrey Carter15/05/2025 15:17

ABTA’s 75th anniversary year will be celebrated in Calvia.

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‘The Road Ahead – Reasons to be Cheerful’ Is the theme for ABTA’s annual Travel Convention in Mallorca

Convention will address ways to manage overtourism that will provide the right balance for destinations, their residents and visitors.

Humphrey Carter15/05/2025 15:08

Ryanair argued in court that the passenger was not entitled to any compensation because the real reason for the delay was that t

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Ryanair fined for refusing to compensate a passenger who landed in Mallorca three hours late

The amount of €250 refers to the financial compensation that a passenger can claim for a flight delayed by more than 3 hours, if the flight distance is 1,500 km or less, in this case between Zaragoza and Palma it is 396 km.

Humphrey CarterAlba González15/05/2025 11:32

The nautical industry in Mallorca, the Balearics and across the world was left stunned and in deep shock after the British-

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Mallorca-based superyacht doomed by extreme wind, interim report finds

The senior members of the crew are very well known on the island, in particular Canadian-Antiguan chef Recaldo Thomas who was one of the fatal victims.

Humphrey CarterReuters15/05/2025 11:20

Estate agency on the island

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Mallorca's estate agencies closing because they don't have homes to sell

Traditional agencies are suffering, but it's a different story for the ones specialising in luxury properties.

Andrew Ede15/05/2025 09:44

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May washout for Mallorca's restaurants

The restaurants association is again complaining about a fall in business.

Andrew Ede15/05/2025 08:38

The group Remember Monday in their video.

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United Kingdom’s Eurovision entry causes outrage in Mallorca

The critical point that has generated all this ‘Eurodrama’ comes from the second verse of the song, where the group sings ‘Went up on the roof, jumped into the pool. You should do it too, too, too, too’.

Adrián Oliver14/05/2025 17:12

Juanito Alimaña from Cel Blau and Focaccia Sporcacciona from Sa Panineria.

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Two of Spain’s best sandwiches are made in Mallorca

Both offerings showcase the potential of the sandwich as a gourmet format.

MDB Digital14/05/2025 15:01

Amber Heard during her summer in Mallorca.

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The village in Mallorca where Amber Heard hid under a false identity

The 39-year-old American, who was married to Johnny Depp from 2015 to 2017, was involved in a highly publicised legal battle with her ex-husband.

Iratxe Pérez14/05/2025 12:05

Much more information has to be provided in Spain.

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New Mallorca entry rules for Britons

When booking accommodation, or hiring a car in Mallorca, people are now required by law to provide more information than before.

Humphrey Carter14/05/2025 11:59

Coaches in Palma, Mallorca

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Increased coach operator costs in Mallorca have pushed prices up 30%

The principal demand for coaches comes from the tourism sector - transfers and excursions.

Andrew Ede14/05/2025 08:57

Battle over hand luggage.

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Spain court rules that Ryanair must refund passenger for hand luggage charge

The legal argument centres on the concept of hand luggage being “indispensable” to transportation services.

Jason Moore14/05/2025 08:30

Arne Slot partying in Ibiza.

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Liverpool manager celebrates winning the Premier League in the Balearics

Slot could have been joined by his predecessor Jürgen Klopp who stepped down as Liverpool manager last year and now lives in Santa Ponsa.

Humphrey Carter13/05/2025 12:05

The suspect bill the charge for the 'non starter'.

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Mallorca restaurant charges for starter not ordered

It is not legal to charge a supplement for “cover” or “service”, unless there is a specific regional regulation that allows it.

MDB Digital13/05/2025 11:20