Reputation of tourism in the Balearics reaches all-time low: Mallorca protests not helping
Protests about overcrowding, the impact of tourist rentals on housing, security incidents, conflicts over tourism management and the environment, and the debate on the equitable redistribution of the sector’s profits are the public's main concerns.
The idyllic beach in Mallorca where you’ll feel like you’re in Thailand
Limited access and a lack of services ensure that it does not become as crowded as other beaches in Mallorca.
Energy Ariya Challenge
The Energy Challenge comes to an end in style in Llucmajor
Young people are clear about this: every gesture counts. And if caring for the environment means caring for life, Llucmajor took a firm step towards a better future.
The mayor, Maria Pons, together with the councillor for the Environment, Bàrbara Xamena, and the headmistress of the CEIP Santa
The mayor, Maria Pons, together with the councillor for the Environment, Bàrbara Xamena, and the headmistress of the CEIP Santa Maria del Mar, Margalida Rigo, also pedalled with great enthusiasm in this green challenge.
eMallorca Experience
Cala d’Or joins the Energy Challenge on Environment Day
‘It is a challenge that we must take on and we must show that Cala d’Or is an environmental benchmark.’
Elena Goicolea: ‘Architecture and urban planning have been designed for a climate that does not exist.’
According to the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the Mediterranean is one of the areas most exposed to the impacts of climate change.
The municipality that has changed the most in Mallorca, according to National Geographic
Magalluf has long been synonymous with party tourism, but times have changed.
The mayor, Xisca Mora, stressed that ‘actions like these are an important and rewarding experience for the students and show tha
The mayor, Xisca Mora, stressed that ‘actions like these are an important and rewarding experience for the students and show that each and every one of us can do our bit to improve our environment and try to mitigate the effects of climate change as much as possible’.
The Energy Ariya Challenge came to town to bring workshops on sustainability, safe mobility and healthy habits to the students.
The Energy Ariya Challenge came to town to bring workshops on sustainability, safe mobility and healthy habits to the students.
The Energy Challenge fills Algaida with fun and sustainability
One of the most popular workshops was the electric bike workshop, where students experienced how much electricity they produce when pedalling, thus understanding the effort behind energy consumption.
Tourism
Balearic protest to restrict hire cars
The first traffic load study in Mallorca, presented in October 2024 by the island’s institution, reflects an ‘alarming’ increase in traffic on the island in recent years.
The mayor of Inca, Virgilio Moreno, at the presentation of the Eco Rally Mallorca - Inca Ciutat, held in the cloister of Sant Do
The mayor of Inca, Virgilio Moreno, at the presentation of the Eco Rally Mallorca - Inca Ciutat, held in the cloister of Sant Domingo.
Authorities, organisers and sponsors of the Eco Rallye Mallorca-Inca Ciutat, during the presentation of the event that took plac
Authorities, organisers and sponsors of the Eco Rallye Mallorca-Inca Ciutat, during the presentation of the event that took place this Wednesday in the Claustre de Sant Domingo, in Inca.
ECO RALLYE MALLORCA-INCA CIUTAT: spectacle and commitment
“We are very proud and satisfied with the commitment to this great sustainable mobility event. It is not the future, it is the present.“
A driving force for innovation and sustainability in Mallorca
Since its first edition, eMallorca Experience has worked to raise awareness of energy efficiency, sustainable mobility and the circular economy, highlighting projects that contribute to these objectives, both locally and internationally.
The tourism sector should take the lead in marine and coastal conservation
Tourism can be our best ally in the conservation of the sea and the recovery of habitats and species.
Llorenç Galmés, José Marcial Rodríguez and Susanna Sciacovelli with representatives from leading airlines and tour operators which have signed up to the Pledge at the World Travel Market.
Llorenç Galmés, José Marcial Rodríguez and Susanna Sciacovelli with representatives from leading airlines and tour operators which have signed up to the Pledge at the World Travel Market.
Ten years of ethical and sustainable management of our resources
Since our establishment in 2015, T Golf has exclusively utilised regenerated water for the irrigation of our course.
Katy Perry under investigation for Balearic video
Parts of the video were shot in part of the Ses Salines Natural Park on Ibiza and Formentera.
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Comment
The Mallorcans laughing at the protests
There is a great irony in Mallorca. We have the protesters wanting better protection and a fair deal while there are others who don’t get it at all.
Humphrey Carter06/06/2025 11:38