Humphrey Carter
Deputy Editor
Oxford-born Humphrey Carter joined the Bulletin in 1994 as a photographer, having studied photography, film and psychology in the UK. After having travelled the world and worked in many fields, within months of joining the Bulletin he secured exclusive access to Australia’s most wanted man in Mallorca and ran with the story for the following ten years for the local and international media. He was made Deputy Editor in 1997 and has been sent on numerous overseas assignments - he fronted the multi-media coverage of Real Mallorca’s European football campaign. His work has been featured on the front pages of newspapers and magazines around the world and is a regular commentator for leading international media outlets, in particular television and radio.
Mallorca holiday fun: Magalluf is the “cheating capital” of Europe for frisky Britons
Britons consider Magalluf as the top destination for a secret holiday romance and nocturnal activity is set to peak next Friday, dubbed ‘Frisky Friday’.
Balearics caught up in massive Europe booze VAT scam bust: €69 million alcohol tax fraud dismantled across Spain
Law enforcement agents seized one yacht, five cars (including three Porsches), 34 luxury watches and €333 085 in cash. Over €700 000 was frozen in bank accounts, and a seizure order was issued for 21 real estate properties.
Conor McGregor puts on a show in Mallorca: boxing training on Sa Rapita beach, knocks holidaymakers out
Could this be an indication that he is planning a return to fighting?
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.
Mallorca crime: New online reporting system for tourists and residents in the Balearics
The new reporting channel allows crimes such as damage, theft, theft from vehicles, loss or location of documentation and bank card fraud, among others, to be reported.
A dozen snakes captured in the Balearics; More and more being spotted in Mallorca
There has been an increase in snake sightings, particularly horseshoe snakes, in Mallorca.
Mallorca freak storm washes away Palma taxis: Cab Chaos: Delays and Storm Impact on Appointments
It’s always the same, when it’s too hot or too wet, the taxi service grinds to a halt and is thrown into chaos.
Mallorca flight crisis: Ryanair could cut more flights to Spain over fare rise
Ryanair has warned that it is considering cutting more flights from medium and small Spanish airports next winter and in 2026 if operator Aena does not lower its fees.
Michael Douglas admits he can’t get enough Mallorca delicacy: Oscar-winner ‘Addicted to sobrasada’
Michael Douglas's connection to Mallorca dates back to 1989, when he purchased the S'Estaca estate in the town of Valldemossa.
New Balearic vehicle limit: Menorca to introduce restrictions
The Council of Mallorca has also announced that it is working on a draft law to regulate vehicle entry to the island, a measure that follows the model implemented in Ibiza and seeks to reduce traffic congestion detected in the first traffic study carried out on the island.
Mallorca airfares at risk: Spain plans for significant increase for 2026
However, the relationship between the operator and the airlines remains tense. Ryanair, its main detractor, has cut its capacity in Spain by 800,000 seats and closed routes from Jerez and Valladolid this summer in response to what it considers an unjustified price increase.
Ryanair calls on European Commission president to quit over strikes which hit destinations like Mallorca hard
Last week, the annual French ATC Summer “recreational” strikes started on Thursday and Friday, causing the cancellation of 1,500 flights, cancelling the travel plans of over 270,000 EU citizens and their families.
British travellers reminded about what food they can take back to the UK after their holiday
The restrictions have been in place since April this year due to foot and mouth outbreaks on the continent and ABTA has been supporting DEFRA in its efforts to raise public awareness of the restrictions.
Mallorca weather forecast for Tuesday: rain alert continues, some areas closed to yachts
This respite from the heat will continue throughout the week, although Aemet warns that temperatures will rise again next week.
Mallorca gets a shock soaking from freak storm on Monday
After weeks of intense heat, these rains will provide some relief in terms of water for the countryside and the towns where they have fallen.
Mallorca royal scandal: protection officers ‘thrown out of hotel’
The union has lamented that the current allowances are ‘absolutely insufficient’ and do not reflect the real cost of living, especially in places such as the Balearics, where accommodation in high season is ‘unaffordable’ without additional funding.
Mallorca weather alert: Formentor, Bahía de Fornells and the island of Colom closed to yachts
AEMET has activated a yellow warning for rain in the north and northeast of Mallorca on Monday, which will extend to Ibiza and Formentera from early tomorrow morning.
Michael Douglas looking forward to putting his feet up in Mallorca
‘Having advanced cancer is not a holiday, and there weren’t many options,’ Douglas said, while expressing gratitude for the good fortune that has allowed him to ‘keep working.’
Spain issues holiday warning to British tourists coming this summer
Visitors should have the necessary financial resources to cover the costs of medical care, avoiding additional strain on the Spanish public health system.
- The end of solo driving in Spain....minimum of two people per car
- Mallorca weather for Saturday, the twelfth of July - Storm warning
- Conor McGregor puts on a show in Mallorca: boxing training on Sa Rapita beach, knocks holidaymakers out
- The small, picturesque village in Mallorca that has won Dua Lipa’s heart: fairytale coves and nature
- Spain issues holiday warning to British tourists coming this summer
Comment
Some British tourists not doing image any favours: Recent complaints of there being too many Spaniards
Recent complaints from great British holidaymakers make one wonder if they would be better off staying in the UK.
Humphrey Carter 11/07/2025 11:44