Tourism
Tourist apartment occupancy in August was just 35%
So-called "extra-hotel accommodation" was affected by greatly reduced bookings just like hotels were.
Tourism
Taking the glamour out of tourism
Call it ERTE or furlough, we have become familiar with arcane detail of employment law.
Coronavirus
Son Gotleu restrictions to be lifted on Saturday
The positive test rate in the health area has come down to 3.6%.
Property
Price of homes fell in the Balearics in the third quarter
While there was a nationwide increase in prices, the Balearics experienced a drop.
Town halls
Town halls can use budget surpluses "without limits"
In the Balearics, town halls have something around 600 million euros of budget surplus cash.
Coronavirus
Balearics coronavirus figures for Thursday
The positive test rate is once more below the five per cent target.
Crime
Motorbike rider heavily criticised
A helmet is mandatory for all motorbike riders and passengers and not wearing on could be fined 200 euros.
Fairs and fiestas
Sant Antoni 2021 celebrations suspended
sa Pobla Municipal sources say they haven’t even considered the possibility of suspending their Sant Antoni celebrations.
Crime
Father & son fined for visiting vet
Adrián insists he showed the Guardia Civil proof that they had permission to go to the vet.
Economy
Good news for Sollerics?
Since 2012 the City Council has had to approve an economic adjustment plan which legally prevented the lowering of the IBI.
News
Hypermarket ordered to pay compensation for fall
Carrefour has denied responsibility for the accident and is reportedly considering launching an appeal against the sentence.
News
5 migrants detained
Around 252 migrants were detained in the Balearic Islands last week.
Crime
High-end yachts allegedly used to traffick drugs
Police: "This organisation used Majorca as a logistics point where they rested or waited for instructions to distribute the drugs to the rest of the world."
Health
Covid-19 test results in less than 20 minutes
Samples to be taken from 700 people at health centres across Majorca for a Ministry of Health study.
Health
Covid-19 restrictions reinstated on the Peninsula
“A maximum of 6 people will be allowed to gather in a group, capacity in shopping centres and hotels will be reduced to 50% and bars must close at 23:00,” said Minister Illa.
Coronavirus
New restrictions for the municipality of Ibiza
There won't expressly be a restriction on mobility in Ibiza.
Coronavirus
Balearics coronavirus figures for Wednesday
Hospital numbers are coming down.
Law
Disposable plastic products legislation delayed until March
The state of alarm has caused the delay to the legislation coming into force.
Coronavirus
Palma one of 63 municipalities where mobility restrictions could apply
Criteria for mobility restrictions have been set for municipalities with more than 100,000 inhabitants.
Coronavirus
Son Llàtzer will be able to increase number of ICU beds
More nurses are being recruited at Son Llàtzer Hospital.
Magalluf
Closure of Punta Ballena establishments extended
Playa de Palma and Magalluf streets were effectively closed in July.
Advertisements
Check Out Our Classified Ads
Looking for a new home? Want to hire a car? Whatever you’re looking for we’ve got it covered in our Classified Ads.
Weather
Another storm coming
The storm is expected to hit the islands around noon and last at least until 18:00.
News
Rescue operation launched as yacht sinks
Helicopter rescue launched in Puerto Andratx.
Health
Germany tightens restrictions as infections soar
Fines of at least 50 euros will be imposed on anyone who gives false ID information at bars and restaurants in Germany.
State of alarm
Survey finds effective management of emotions during lockdown
Reconciling work and family life was more of an issue than usual during the lockdown.
Property
Branson's Super Luxury Hotel
Sir Richard told the Majorca Daily Bulletin that he wants to build the most luxurious hotel in the Mediterranean on his 251 hectare estate.
Property
Branson estate extension approved
Sir Richard told the Majorca Daily Bulletin he wants to build the most luxurious hotel in the Mediterranean.
Politics
Government agrees to Covid-19 Audit
"This Government would be willing to submit to it because it trusts in its management," said President Armengol.
Environment
Special Port Plan amendment
“This modification will allow the existing public space to be expanded by almost 1,000 square meters, which will open the city to the sea,” according to Councillor Truyol.
Crime
Massive drug bust
An investigation was launched after a tip off that Bulgarian drug traffickers were using Majorca as their base.
Weather
Good Morning from Majorca
It's partly sunny, partly cloudy in Majorca today with sunshine and strong winds.
To view the weather across the island in real time from our webcams, click here.
Politics
Balearic parliament clash over migrants
Jorge Campos of Vox maintained that "slave mafias are operating in the Balearics".
Police
Costa d'en Blanes street lights vandalised
Calvia police have reported more people for flouting mask-wearing regulations.
Taxation
Call for Europe-wide cut in "tourist" VAT rates
Hotel and hospitality organisations are advocating a five per cent rate.
Nautical
Baleària pet-friendly cabins for all ferries
Baleària has adapted cabins to accommodate pets.
Employment
Government hails historic agreement for 'fijo discontinuo' workers
There is to be an extraordinary benefit for employees with fijo discontinuo contracts.
Coronavirus
Balearics coronavirus figures for Tuesday
The positive test rate for coronavirus has fallen to 3.39%.
Advertisements
Check Out Our Classified Ads
Gardening? Decorating? Moving house? Whatever you're looking for we've got it covered in our Classified Ads.
Travel
QE2 waiter shares his memories
Antonio Oliver, aka Mavi, worked as a waiter on the QE2 from 1976 until 1990.
Crime
Squat buster doing a roaring trade
All of the members of Stop Okupa Balears are from the Private Security Sector, Access Controls, Nightclub Bouncers and Gyms.
Health
Covid-19 cases decrease in 19 municipalities
Covid-19 infections have decreased in 19 Municipalities in Majorca, increased in 16 and remained static in 17.
Employment
ERTE extension to be approved on Tuesday
The Government will approve the extension of the conditions of the ERTE of force majeure with or without social agreement.
Town halls
Calvia to launch emergency plan for retailers
There is to be particular emphasis on online selling.
Coronavirus
Balearic research shows Covid mortality and minerals / vitamins link
Suboptimal intake of certain vitamins and minerals "is associated with a higher incidence of mortality".
Coronavirus
Balearics coronavirus figures for Monday
The positive test rate is down, although there were fewer tests than on other days of the week.
Advertisements
Check Out Our Classified Ads
Moving house? We can help with that, check out today's adverts in the Majorca Daily Bulletin.
Environment
Terraferida slams historic building conversion
The complaint relates to the conversion of the former Secret Guard units on Es Bauç rock in Santanyí between s'Almunia and Cala Màrmols.
Environment
Car park project approved
A budget of 7,000 euros has been set aside for a re-vegetation plan for eroded areas.
News
Man seriously injured at work
48-year-old's condition is described as "serious".
News
Fire and explosions at bus garage
Residents and workers were instructed to remove all vehicles near the hangar and the adjoining buildings have been evacuated.
Health
Police raided 39 nightlife venues at the weekend
Sanctions issued for breaching excess capacity, exceeding opening hours, playing loud music, drug possession and lack of documentation.
Crime
Skipper arrested for alleged smuggling
Police say the suspect makes regular trips from the Algerian town of Dellys to the Balearic Islands.
Advertisements
Check Out Our Classified Ads
Want to get rid of your garden waste? Looking for a new place to live? Check out our Classified Ads.
Health
New service for kids with Covid-19
The KID COVID pilot scheme will care for schoolchildren who need to have a PCR test.
Employment
July/August unemployment worst since 2012
Unemployment in July and August was the highest since 2012 and double year-on-year.
Emergencies
Albufera fire is extinguished
The fire affected 438 hectares.
Coronavirus
Improved coronavirus figures for Majorca's municipalities
There are increases in the numbers of active positive cases in seven fewer municipalities.
Coronavirus
Balearics coronavirus figures for Sunday
The positive test rate has again dropped to just below five per cent.
Emergencies
Indications point to Albufera fire having been deliberate
A resident says that there were different sources of the fire.
Fairs and fiestas
Muro pumpkin competition behind closed doors
The competition would normally be held during the fair in November.
Marine environment
Fewer jellyfish this year
The government has a system for calculating jellyfish numbers; they haven't been as abundant this year.
Business
Business associations fearing the effects of unpaid invoices
"Businesses are at their limits. They can't pay suppliers or rents."
Majorca
Wind and fire: the week in Majorca
Restrictions were relaxed, there was more talk of safe corridors, and there was a serious fire in Albufera.
SPECIAL
Thank you for your support
The Bulletin has produced a special supplement, underlining the joys of Majorca, which will be distributed iun homes across Britain. This is our way of saying thank you for all your support over the years. It is the first time that a Bulletin supplement has been distributed across the British Isles.
Participate
Are you concerned that Brexit will hit living and working in Majorca?
Participate
Will Majorca be your top holiday choice next year?
News
Check Out Our Classified Ads
Looking for a new home? Want to hire a car? Whatever you’re looking for we’ve got it covered in our Classified Ads.
News
Good Morning from Majorca
It's partly sunny, partly cloudy in Majorca today with sunshine and strong winds.
To view the weather across the island in real time from our webcams, click here.
News
Taking the glamour out of tourism
Call it ERTE or furlough, we have become familiar with arcane detail of employment law.
Lifestyle
How to create a tradition
During the next few weeks we will bring you a series of articles regarding fiestas and traditions that haved occured during September and how they came to be in different villages in Majorca.
Sports
Dani’s late strike gets Mallorca out of jail
Mallorca made very heavy weather of this win, considering our goal keeper Manolo Reina did not have to make a single save all game.
Lifestyle
When I grow up!
What did you want to be when you grew up? How has that worked out for you?
Lifestyle
Pomegranate: the greatest autumn fruit
The removal of pomegranate seeds is one of those culinary jobs that can be messy.
Comment
Feixina monument and the politicisation of heritage
It isn't a case of preservation for preservation's sake.
Comment
Words and more…
In the early 18th century, London’s Bow Street was referred to as ‘China Street’ because of its proximity to Covent Garden.
Comment
Do you ever get bored of being you?
What we all need is an occasional break-from-ourselves.
Lifestyle
Politics is the science of good sense
El blog de Amanda in less than a year has won the second international prize LOVE ENGLISH AWARDS for the best blog for learning English of the year 2014. Amanda has followers from all around the world and is also the creator of the well-known documentary “MAJORCA IS NOT MAGALLUF!”, which has just been awarded a prize as #BestBalearicFilmmaker at the Lincoln Center in New York.
Comment
And the survey says!
"I was surprised how quickly men and women can realign their working day to the home environment if that is what is expected of them..."
Comment
Staying at home this Christmas? Unseasonal fires and Palma speed limits!
Palma City council were to introduce a 30kph speed limit on many of its city roads.