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Properties on rustic land in Mallorca

Opposition on ethical grounds to legalised properties being holiday rentals

The College of Architects fears that properties intended for the housing market will disappear from it.

Andrew Ede17/07/2024 08:26

Tribute to those who died when the roof terrace of the Medusa Beach Club in Playa de Palma collapsed

Town hall official related to the owner of the collapsed Medusa Beach Club building under investigation

The woman works for the urban planning department but not the building safety section.

Andrew Ede17/07/2024 06:53

There are plenty of other destinations cruises can sail to apart from Mallorca.

Cruise lines to give anti-tourism protests a wide berth

“There is much more choice for tourists and where they are not welcome there are many other places where they can travel.”

Humphrey Carter16/07/2024 16:38

Carlos Alcaraz has been enjoying the delights of the Balearics.

Wimbledon champion recharges his batteries in the Balearics

Alcaraz is the youngest player to complete the French Open-Wimbledon double in the same year

Humphrey Carter16/07/2024 16:13

Warning to young workers.

Young Britons heading to Mallorca warned about the risks of "modern-day slavery"

Young holidaymakers who travel abroad every year to work in the hospitality industry risk being forced to work long hours for low wages,

Jason Moore16/07/2024 12:23

Simple Minds open the Palma Concert Series on Wednesday night.

“We are all unique spirits - Simple Minds certainly are!”

The Scottish public is also very supportive of Scottish artists.

Xavi Sola16/07/2024 09:31

British tourist going to court in Mallorca

Briton sentenced for sexual assault on flight to Mallorca

The incident occurred on a Ryanair flight last September.

Andrew Ede16/07/2024 07:12

Another big protest is going to held in Palma this weekend.

Global tourist industry calls for an end to anti tourism protests

"We need policies to ensure that travellers have the best possible experience".

Humphrey Carter15/07/2024 16:49

Wanted terrorist leader was arrested by the Guardia Civil in Palma.

Wanted terrorist leader arrested in Mallorca

The PKK has faced condemnation by some countries and human rights organizations for the killing of teachers and civil servants, using suicide bombers, and recruiting child soldiers.

Humphrey Carter15/07/2024 15:50

The British are travelling overseas this summer.

Tourist bookings to the Balearics up 16.5%, Brits shun staycations

UK summer staycations have declined and are lagging behind 2023 levels.

Humphrey Carter15/07/2024 15:16

A volunteer firefighter searches for the young Briton Jay Slater in the Juan Lopez ravine near Masca, on the island of Tenerife. Top left corner: Jay Slater.

Spanish rescuers find remains thought to be of missing Briton Jay Slater

A police spokesperson told Reuters by phone that the body was found on Monday morning by a Civil Guard mountain rescue group.

Reuters15/07/2024 14:49

Miki Jaume, Javier Bonet, Nico Bellot, Antonio Sánchez and Daniel Vulic.

Simple Minds kick off the first edition of the Palma Concert Series this week

"We are working to make Palma the European capital of culture, which is not only museums and theatre, but also music."

Humphrey Carter15/07/2024 14:43

Fatal incident in Cala d'Or after man falls into the sea

Fatal incident in Cala d'Or after man falls into the sea

A rapid intervention vehicle from SAMU 061 confirmed his death after half an hour of advanced CPR.

MDB Digital15/07/2024 09:09

A Mallorca rural finca

American luxury home buyers increasingly attracted to Mallorca's rural areas

And the Tramuntana Mountains appeal to a North American creative elite.

Andrew Ede14/07/2024 11:50

Spanish flags at the Son Banya shanty town in Palma, Mallorca

The clans seeking to control Son Banya's drugs trade

A new layout, replete with LED lighting, has made the shanty town more 'customer-friendly'.

Andrew Ede14/07/2024 08:33