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Mallorca restaurants turning to cheaper products to stem a loss of customers
The restaurants association president is concerned about a loss of quality.

Group responsible for Balearic tourism ministry graffiti attacks the government and the media
'Tourism impoverishes us, the government persecutes us.'

Mallorca property war: 64 families battle for every flat that comes up for rent in Palma
"Competition between families for access to housing is at an emergency level, especially in large markets."

Spain holds firm as a safe, sustainable and high-quality destination
However, challenges remain, such as economic uncertainty (inflation and exchange rates), rising transport and accommodation prices, and growing concern about climate change and the impact of mass tourism.

Beach evacuated in Mallorca after tourist is attacked by fish
According to initial reports, it is believed to have been either a triggerfish or a blue shark.

New law opens Mallorca waters to private boat rentals
Despite these national regulations, the Balearic Government plans to implement stricter regional legislation after summer, potentially prohibiting tourist boat rentals.

Travel warning: Britons heading for Mallorca and the EU to be hit with a 20 euro extra charge
The EU has apparently been considering taxing third-country foreign travellers to pay back part of the €350 billion common debt that was issued to finance its recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic in 2021.

Mallorca police warn tourists of health risks from illegal beach cocktail vendors
Authorities urge both residents and visitors to only purchase food and drinks from licensed establishments and to report any suspicious vendors to help ensure community safety.
My Mallorca driving nightmare: bus drivers on a go-slow - don’t get stuck behind one
There have been no incidents involving vehicles on Monday, unlike on Friday when seven buses were damaged by stone-throwing.
The story behind the three-metre crocodile found in a lake in Mallorca
Drac de na Còca: Mallorca’s legendary ‘Dragon’ and its true origins.
Healthcare Crisis: Mallorca's emergency service overwhelmed this Summer
‘It is incomprehensible that during the months when the floating population is at its highest, beds are closed or services are not adequately reinforced.'
Rafa Nadal and Roger Federer reunite for a morning of golf in Mallorca
The casual golf meeting showcased a different side of these sporting giants, far removed from the intense atmosphere of Centre Court at Wimbledon.
Mallorca is top destination in Spain for the British says easyJet despite price rise of 21%
Families spent an average of £202 on kids’ beach extras alone, a key factor driving holiday overspending
Mallorca welcomes back NBA legend Magic Johnson
The former Los Angeles Lakers point guard was seen disembarking at Puerto Soller with his wife Earlitha Kelly and daughter Elisa.
Best of British: Welcome to Mallorca Queen Anne
She is one of the biggest cruise liners in the world.
Call for calm as Mallorca bus drivers resume strike action
The SATI union condemned the vandalism on the first day of the strike.
"Magalluf Flu": The party-fuelled cold affecting British tourists in Mallorca
Young holidaymakers share videos of themselves coughing and claiming to feel "worse than ever."
Man dies while scuba diving in Mallorca
He was suddenly taken unwell as he left the water.
Stabbing at Mallorca fiestas
A suspect denied having been involved in the incident.
"Balearics, one of the places where holiday rentals have had the most detrimental effect in Spain"
"People should be more conscious when speaking out en masse."
New wasp species causes concern in Mallorca
Its sting is particularly painful to humans, and has proven fatal in cases involving allergic individuals.
"Outrageous" prices being offered for Palma land thanks to a new law
Probably won't do anything for affordable housing, will have a transport impact and could eliminate farming use.
State-of-the-art AI police surveillance in Mallorca
A six million euro investment in security for Playa de Palma.
Four arrests for attempted murder of police officers in Mallorca
Incidents occurred in May this year.
Save money on extra baggage fees for your Mallorca summer holiday
The method is built around one clear principle: no matter how long your trip is, you only need enough clothing for one week.
The hair conditioner you can't go without this summer in Mallorca
In summer, hair tends to suffer more than usual due to exposure to the sun, chlorine from swimming pools, and sea salt.
- Beach evacuated in Mallorca after tourist is attacked by fish
- Mallorca restaurants warning of "hundreds of closures," Soller, Port Alcudia and San Telmo hit hard
- Rafa Nadal and Roger Federer reunite for a morning of golf in Mallorca
- Alerts for heavy rain in Mallorca expected later this week
- Mallorca sunbed wars: The battle of the beach towels is back