Gabriel Escarrer, the founder of the Melia Hotel Group, dies
"A hugely respected figure within the industry"
Spain bows to pressure and delays "Big Brother" tourist personal details plan
Fears that the move will cause concern among guests
Tourists flee the storm in Magalluf and Santa Ponsa
Some people ignored the warning and ventured out as if it were a sunny day.
10 ways to protect yourself from pickpockets in Mallorca
According to police sources, most of these individuals are Romanian and highly skilled at operating in crowded areas.
Pickpockets caught on video stealing from tourists in Soller
Tourists are advised to remain vigilant and take precautions to protect their belongings while enjoying the attractions of Soller.
Everybody needs to be responsible in Mallorca
Clubs and pubs should play their part in promoting respect.
The Government will open the debate to residents of the Islands through a web platform where they can leave their initiatives.
The Government will open the debate to residents of the Islands through a web platform where they can leave their initiatives.
Fewer areas in Magalluf will have booze restrictions but no drinking on the street
Shops which can sell alcohol must now close by 9.30pm where restrictions are in force.
Over 100,000 tourists will be sailing into Palma in April
These stopovers mark the beginning of the tourist season.
Every tourist should know where their eco-tax goes
A system enabling hotel guests to access ongoing projects via a QR code on their hotel card is being discussed.
What a fantastic year for tourism in the Balearics
Another that is now really starting to hit home is climate change.
Why do you come on holiday to Mallorca?
"We encouraged mass tourism and we got rich....don't moan now"
"The Spanish economy is in trouble, the cost of living continues to rise and I sincerely doubt that many hotels will remain open this winter. It would be absolutely fantastic if Mallorca was relatively empty during the summer months; more space on the beach, no need to reserve a table in a restaurant, quieter roads. Paradise in the Mediterranean. But the truth is that Mallorca lives off tourism and we need busy summers to keep the local economy going."
Chill winds
Britain and Germany are having some major economic woes and this will impact on the Balearics.
Record holiday season? Tell that to the Mallorca bars and restaurants whose takings have nosedived
A sizeable proportion of people want less tourists spending more not the other way around.
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Why I still feel welcome in Mallorca
Spontaneous gestures of kindness
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