Takeover of Palma-based airline in doubt
"We want to keep pushing for this, but the situation has grown ever more complicated"
Covid passports for bars and restaurants on hold after system crashes
As cases have ticked up in the past few weeks, several Spanish regions have sought judicial approval to demand proof of vaccination o
Another rise in cases: Balearics coronavirus figures for November 26
65 more new cases than on Thursday - test rate up to 7%.
After a stormy arrival, sun for Queen Elizabeth´s entrance into the port
"The carrier will remain in port until Tuesday..."
Winter break in Mallorca. 14 hours travelling, 8 kilometres walked
On this journey this involved a seven-hour transfer wait at Bristol. This was caused by the airline cancelling an earlier flight that we had booked that involved a two-hour transfer.
Six arrests after hundreds of animals are found in terrible conditions
Discovery of the animals came as part of a drugs investigation.
Scramble, scramble! How aircraft from Palma moored ship kept the Russians at bay
Heavy level of operations.
Passengers threatening to take rail company to court
Delays, "disastrous" information management, overcrowding ... .
Costa de la Calma apartments evacuated after retaining wall collapses
"Could have been a real disaster."
EU proposes booster jab for summer 2022 travel
Greece has proposed people should in future be able to travel freely if they have received a dose in the past six months.
Surfing the surf with a giant in Palma!!
"The perfect wave...."
Congress rejects Balearics roads investment amendment
The Partido Popular tabled the amendment for 146 million euros investment.
Sustainable tourism funds for the Balearics ... and they are not from a tax
Will these funds improve the Balearic tourism sector amid fading winter tourism optimism?
Electricity prices more of a concern than a Covid new wave
Almost 80% of those surveyed agreed with confinement measures for unvaccinated people.
Thanksgiving lunch a united success
Guests from across the international community gathered for a truly memorable lunch.
Discover what is moored up in the Balearic Ports
Which ships are in the ports of the Balearic Islands?
Cases rising, but pressure on the health service far lower
Current figures suggest that a "sixth wave" has started.
Fatal car crash in Andratx
The accident occurred shortly before 6pm.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Thursday, November 25
Fifty-two fewer new cases reported on Thursday.
Under-12 vaccination in the Balearics waiting on Spanish approval
"The moment the vaccine arrives, we will start using it."
Family gatherings this Christmas, but with masks and ventilation
No comparison with last Christmas, but safety measures still need to be maintained.
Minute's silence for victims of gender violence
Day by day, women suffer "simply for being women".
Here comes extreme storm number 2!
"It may snow but it won’t be heavy and there will be some isolated showers,”
Fish producers complaining that subsidies have not been paid since 2016
It is claimed that the Balearics is the only region where subsidies have not been paid.
Trial for tourists who used cloned cards in Mallorca hotels
Bills of over 12,000 euros at one hotel.
Royal Navy carrier braves the storm to arrive in Palma
The crew are looking forward to some rest and relaxation in Palma.
Temporary employment contract rules to be tightened
Only 3,314 of the 11,909 temporary employment contracts checked were made permanent.
Covid Passport likely to be mandatory for bars & restaurants
Balearic President, Francina Armengol said on Wednesday that the Ministry of Health is already working on the expansion of the Covid Passport.
Prison for Air Arabia Maroc passengers arrested in Sencelles
Two of five people arrested in Sencelles on Wednesday morning were released.
It feels a lot like Christmas in Palma!
They are on!!
Christmas lights go on in Palma this evening....watch it live on here
Live updates: Countdown is taking place for the lights to be turned on.
Solar panels to be installed next to Mallorca's roads
All available "dead space" is being considered for solar installations.
Record number of Covid cases again in the Balearics
Further increase in the daily number of cases.
Three more passengers from Air Arabia Maroc plane arrested in Mallorca
Five arrests in all.
TIB Intermodal Card can now be used on Palma buses
Transfers to the EMT service, except for the airport routes, will be free.
Doctors concluded that Air Arabia Maroc passenger was not unwell
No symptoms to suggest he needed emergency care.
Covid Certificates may become compulsory in bars and restaurants in the Balearics
"After so much effort by society the most reasonable thing to do is extend the use of the Covid certificate, which is also a way to encourage vaccination..”
Regional financing system should take account of tourist numbers
The Balearic government wants a better financing deal because of overpopulation.
Balearics second for foreign tourists in October
Mallorca had the highest number of overnight stays in October.
Sorry, we are closed to the public
Royal Navy aircraft carrier, Queen Elizabeth, will not be open to the public and no events have been planned.
Access and parking problems threaten the future of Palma's markets
Santa Catalina market just one of those said to be at risk.
Find out which ships have arrived in the Balearic Islands today
Two giant cruise ships, a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, a Dutch navy destroyer and a number of other vessels are all docking in the port of Palma this morning.
More neighbourhood police officers for four Palma districts
Control of scooters is a major concern of residents in various neighbourhoods of the city.
Your ultimate holiday guide for Mallorca
"We want to spread the word about Mallorca and all that it has to offer...."