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Palma's beaches were closed asa result of the storm.

Beaches

Mallorca sewage crisis: Palma beaches reopen after freak storm

The Directorate-General for the Environment assured that the beaches were closed in accordance with ‘standard protocol’ due to the arrival of water from the torrents.

Humphrey Carter11/07/2025 15:02

Jet skis under the spotlight this summer.

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Guardia Civil warns: these are the rules you must follow when sailing if you don't want to get a fine

You should also avoid making sudden or sharp manoeuvres in the vicinity of other boats, swimmers or people in the water, as these are often the most common causes of accidents.

MDB Digital01/07/2025 11:31

Cala Murada, 350 metres long and 35 metres wide on average, stands out for its unique configuration.

Cala Murada, 350 metres long and 35 metres wide on average, stands out for its unique configuration.

Cala Murada, 350 metres long and 35 metres wide on average, stands out for its unique configuration.

Susanne Wallis-Helmeke 20/06/2025

The “blue dragon” is a small mollusc which, despite its small size, hides a fascinating and potentially dangerous nature.

The “blue dragon” is a small mollusc which, despite its small size, hides a fascinating and potentially dangerous nature.

The “blue dragon” is a small mollusc which, despite its small size, hides a fascinating and potentially dangerous nature.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter 14/06/2025

The manta ray is an endangered endemic species and is commonly found in the waters of the Balearics.

Beaches

More manta rays sighted in Mallorca

This is the third time that a manta ray has been spotted off the coast of Mallorca in less than five days.

Adrián Oliver11/06/2025 16:53

Playa de Muro has done it again.

Playa de Muro has done it again.

Playa de Muro has done it again.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter 10/06/2025

Playa de Muro has done it again.

Beaches

Mallorca beach ranked in the world top ten

This year, Spain maintains its world leadership in blue flag beaches, with a total of 642 flags, of which 32 are in the Balearic Islands, and 20 of these have been awarded to Mallorca.

Humphrey Carter10/06/2025 16:53

Ambulances rushed to the scene.

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Two-year-old British boy drowns in the Balearics

This is the second death by drowning this week in the Balearics, after a man died on Tuesday on Cala Millor beach in Mallorca. It is also the second incident involving a British child

Humphrey Carter05/06/2025 15:04

Public showers on beaches could become a thing of the past.

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Goodbye to beach showers in Spain

While visitor comfort is crucial, the preservation of natural resources is becoming a priority that can attract more environmentally conscious tourists.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter09/05/2025 09:51

One of the Blue Flags awarded last year in the Balearics.

One of the Blue Flags awarded last year in the Balearics.

One of the Blue Flags awarded last year in the Balearics.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter 07/05/2025

Es Caló des Moro is praised for its small stretch of sand and crystal-clear waters.

Es Caló des Moro is praised for its small stretch of sand and crystal-clear waters.

Es Caló des Moro is praised for its small stretch of sand and crystal-clear waters.

Majorca Daily Bulletin reporter 29/04/2025

The jellyfish in Ibiza this week.

Beaches

Balearics jellyfish invasion spreads

The stinging, venom-filled nematocysts in the tentacles of the Portuguese man o’ war can paralyze small fish and other prey.

Humphrey Carter01/04/2025 11:39

Cala Mondragó from the air.

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AI’s most impressive beach in Mallorca

While other destinations such as Es Trenc or Cala Deya remain popular, this beach in Mondragó has become a favourite for many people who value natural beauty combined with quality amenities.

MDB Digital18/03/2025 16:03

British businessman Mark Dyer with a Stingblade.

British businessman Mark Dyer with a Stingblade.

British businessman Mark Dyer with a Stingblade.

Stingblade 07/03/2025

British businessman Mark Dyer with a Stingblade.

Lifestyle

Stingblade - The Mallorca Inspired Jellyfish Sting Solution

“It’s human nature for people to touch any kind of sting and then rub it, one must never do that when stung by a jellyfish because all you are doing is pushing the venom into the skin, into the body and that’s dangerous.”

Humphrey Carter07/03/2025 14:54