Holiday

SARKO advocates for the inclusion of priority shark and ray species in the List of Wild Species under Special Protection Regime

Lifestyle

Recovering sharks and rays in the Mediterranean

In recent decades, however, we have witnessed an alarming decline in the populations of sharks and rays. These species are essential for the balance of our marine ecosystems...

Pablo Rodríguez Ros

Menopause

Lifestyle

Who’s afraid of HRT?

Menopause is big news at the moment, and where menopause goes, so does hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

Dr. Lucy Antolin Wilkinson

Ryainair is taking on the Spanish airport authority.

Airport

Ryanair battle with Spain continues

The largest European airline in terms of passenger numbers said in January that it would reduce flights at seven regional airports in Spain this summer and cancel some 800,000 passenger seats compared to the previous year.

Humphrey Carter

Es Trenc beach in Mallorca

Beaches

The monitoring of Es Trenc beach

Phone data will be captured in order to determine beach carrying capacity and human pressure.

Andrew Ede

File photo of the Sant Crist de Santa Creu procession

Attractions

Holy Week 2025: Times and routes for Palma's processions

Palma prepares for Holy Week, an event that brings together thousands of worshippers and, year after year, more tourists.

MDB Digital

A key highlight this season is the expansion of accessibility features.

Beaches

Calvia brings forward the start of the beach season

The main beaches will remain operational until 30 November.

MDB Digital

Flying to the UK will cost many even more this week.

Airport

UK entry visa goes up in price on Wednesday

The introduction of ETAs is in line with the approach many other countries have taken to border security, including the US and Australia, and helps prevent the arrival of those who present a threat to the UK.

Humphrey Carter

More Holiday

Attractions

Calvia set to celebrate Saint George with a packed schedule of activities in Palmanova

From 10am until late evening, visitors can enjoy a lively craft market, themed parades, face painting, and live music including tributes to Amy Winehouse, The Beatles, and Freddie Mercury.

MDB Digital08/04/2025 11:14

Working on yachts can cause stress

Lifestyle

Calm in the Storm: Coping with stress in a high-pressure industry

While stress is inevitable, there are strategies that crew members can use to manage their well-being, including mindfulness, physical activity, and proper self-care.

Erica Lay07/04/2025 18:30

In addition to holding a valid ETV license, from July 2025

Lifestyle

From East London to Mallorca: Jan Dexter’s Journey into Property Management

A spontaneous holiday to Mallorca sparked a life-changing journey, inspiring Jan Dexter to build a successful property management business on the island.

Vicki McLeod07/04/2025 18:20

Glynis German runs up to six per month in English and Spanish

Lifestyle

The Death Cafe: Finding solace in open conversations about mortality

The idea is simple yet quite profound: people come together to discuss death over tea and cake.

Amanda Butler07/04/2025 15:06

Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays saw the first flight to Mallorca off.

Airport

Jet2 is a winner to Mallorca

The start of operations from London Luton Airport is another step in the companies’ growth story and follows the recent launch of flights and holidays from the companies’ 12th UK airport base – Bournemouth Airport.

Humphrey Carter05/04/2025 11:26

Hotel Formentor in Mallorca

Hotels

Hotel Formentor being sued by employees

Issues to do with task reallocation and workers' acquired rights.

Andrew Ede05/04/2025 10:28

The beach in Puerto Pollensa.

Beaches

‘Little sails’-like jellyfish invade Puerto Pollensa

The barquetes de Sant Pere have filaments with stinging cells, the same type as jellyfish. However, they are considered harmless to humans, as they are not hard enough to pierce the skin.

Humphrey Carter04/04/2025 14:58

Historic ships dock at the Club de Mar in Palma

Attractions

Replica of Christopher Columbus' ship will visit Palma this month

Visit the Nao Santa María Replica and Pascual Flores from Friday, April 11 to Sunday, 20.

MDB Digital04/04/2025 14:37

This year marks 25 years since that first night

Palma Auditorium

“It suddenly made sense to do a show in Mallorca, in a venue that feels right, in a place that means so much to us”

Our friends at Wave Mallorca Radio have given us two tickets for the John Bishop performance at Palma’s Auditorium for Friday, April 11.

Richie Prior04/04/2025 12:18

Alcudia and Can Picafort are braced for a bumper Easter thanks to the British and Germans.

Hotels

Mallorca is top Easter destination for Britons

In Alcudia 95% of the hotels in the resort will be open during Holy Week, with an average occupancy of 80% and a predominance of tourists from Germany and the United Kingdom

Humphrey Carter04/04/2025 11:41

Travel in style and maximum comfort on board a British-built Airlander 10 airship.

Reportaje

Green revolution which could change how we fly in Mallorca

The Airlander airships are the future of short-haul regional and domestic travel. It offers luxury and plenty of space for passengers, they are like the cruise ships of the sky. The luxury cabin will provide an incredible onboard experience for passengers and it produces approximately 75% fewer emissions than comparable aircraft in similar roles.

Humphrey Carter04/04/2025 11:07

Make sure UK travel documents are in order.

Travelling

British passports costs to rise

As of next week, the cost of applying for a new passport online will increase by £6 from £88.50 to £94.50 for adults, and from £69 to £74 for children.

Humphrey Carter03/04/2025 11:44

Playa de Muro, Mallorca beach restaurant

Beaches

Mallorca's beach bars having problems recruiting staff

The beach bars are faced by precisely the same issues as the rest of the hospitality industry in Mallorca.

Andrew Ede02/04/2025 20:21

Mallorca is expecting a strong Easter holiday period.

British passport warning

Mallorca set for a cracking Easter

With the Easter weekend just around the corner, ABTA – The Travel Association is urging British tourists to double-check their passport validity before traveling to popular European destinations.

Humphrey Carter02/04/2025 12:18

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

It’s important to note that an ETA does not guarantee entry into the UK.

Travelling

UK entry visa has come into force

The UK’s introduction of the ETA aims to streamline travel for nationals of participating countries while maintaining border security.

Humphrey Carter01/04/2025 09:49

Publicity for a 4x4 excursion in Mallorca

Hotels

Latest Hotel Formentor controversy - Offering a 4x4 excursion to a protected cove

The natural environment directorate says that use of a 4x4 doesn't constitute a violation of regulations.

Andrew Ede01/04/2025 08:55

Jellyfish alert on Spanish beaches.

Beaches

Jellyfish alert on Spanish beaches

40 percent increase in the number of cases

Jason Moore31/03/2025 15:18