Shirley Roberts
'Soller Shirley' Facebook page started fifteen years ago. The daily ramblings on events and life in the Soller Valley continues to this day. ‘Spotlight on Soller’ is a weekly page in the Mallorca Bulletin and has been for over 10 years. I Immersed myself in the Soller world I left London for. Every day I learn something new and tell the tale. I was part of three generational move to the Soller Valley and have had the joy of watching my grandchildren grow on this wonderful island. A previous life in journalism for the Times Newspaper, General Manager of a London Hotel and the creator of a start-up company, in North London (eventually sold to a PLC) sums up my life. I am now back where I started, writing stories every day and looking after www.sollerweb.com, Humans of Mallorca and Nan’s Day’s Out. I just love to tell a tale…
Sun, sea, and summer shifts in Soller
The sun is shining on Soller, and the ‘season’ is underway.
Plans, promises, and patience in the Soller Valley
In the Soller Valley, information is often shared years in advance of a project. Time passes, nothing seems to happen, people moan about lack of completion of projects.
Sollerland: AI images spark tourism debate
So what does a UK reader think and do when reading the Sollerland story?
The soul of Soller for sale
How many more ice cream outlets, tourist souvenirs and sandal shops do we need?
Savour the season: Soller’s Orange Fair returns!
The orange menus began in participating restaurants on March, 27th and will last until 13th April.
Soller in the spotlight: Donkeys, parking dramas, and shuttle bus dreams
Soller has hit the UK headlines this past week.
Are the days of the UK Expat in Mallorca coming to an end?
Even the word ‘Expat’ is becoming unacceptable with its superiority and old-time colonialism built in.
Weddings, blossoms, and buzz in Soller
The Soller Train as it travels this route before climbing the mountain is a great vantage point for blossom viewing.
Soller’s winter charm and seasonal shifts
The Soller Valley is looking good, the weather has been kind and here comes the blossom.
Palma airport needs to look after its customers…
The winter of unreasonable discontent is how Palma Airport is being talked about right now.
January in Soller: A quiet pause before the storm of the season
Experience the tranquil charm of January in Soller, a peaceful pause before the bustling season begins. Discover serene landscapes, local traditions, and a slower pace of life in this enchanting Mallorcan town.
Christmas in the Soller Valley: Tradition, triumphs, and a touch of perspective
Christmas is a mixed goody bag for us all which becomes three holidays in Soller.
Why are the young people leaving Soller?
The young people of Mallorca have to find their own way to live their lives and earn enough to fund it.
Living in Soller: For a season or for ever?
Rich, poor, lonely, transient, entitled, happy, fulfilled, content. Which adjective describes you in your life in this beautiful place?
November in Soller: From tourist trails to holiday traditions
The question of the week is when are you putting your Christmas decorations up?
Winter dilemma in Soller: Will local businesses survive?
The winter months will see many involving themselves in local issues. This is their time to have their say and help define the future direction of their town.
Soller’s nighttime struggle: Light up the streets for our elderly!
Poor street lighting and accessibility keep elderly residents indoors.
Autumn in Soller Valley: Balancing beauty and bottlenecks
Discover why this vibrant region remains a favorite for tourists and locals alike.
- Spain issues holiday warning to British tourists coming this summer
- Ryanair apologises to passengers evacuated from Mallorca flight
- The seven villages you must visit to eat well in Mallorca, according to National Geographic
- Mallorca weather for Monday, the seventh of July - A yellow alert, and it's for rain
- Mallorca gets a shock soaking from freak storm
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Affordable Housing Can’t Wait
The blame game doesn’t solve today’s realities which has to be about bold decisions.
Shirley Roberts 13/06/2025 10:28