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Spain crime: Busted in the Balearics for leaving a 18,000 euro hotel bill
Suspect was also carrying numerous documents which, after consultation with the French and Swiss authorities, turned out to be false.
Mallorca population boom driven by foreign residents, new Balearic record
On 30 May, the Balearics recorded the presence of 1,816,629 people, representing an increase of 1.27% over the previous year and breaking a new record for human pressure.
The Mallorca municipality where two-thirds of homes for sale cost one million euros or more
"All new construction is luxury, but we'll have to find somewhere to accommodate the people who work in the area."
Expansion of Mallorca's rail network: Plan for trains to Magalluf
A rail extension to Son Espases Hospital would pave the way for a connection to the municipality of Calvia.
Mallorca facing shopping crisis, Palma plan to target tourists
Among its main proposals are to delay the start of the sales to align them with the tourist season when consumption is highest.
Spain crime: Two arrested in Mallorca for laundering counterfeit cash in Palma clubs
The Balearic Police Headquarters reminds the public that these types of crimes are considered particularly serious due to the impact they can have on the economy.
Suits and ties are dead, long live the King!
"Guests were taken by coach to the Marivent Palace...."
Mallorca restaurants picked up in July but still with lower spending
The lower spending is once more attributed to the increased prices for accommodation and flights.
Spain water crisis: Top Mallorca hotels and towns hit by water cuts from today, Monday
Despite this message of reassurance, Palma authorities have called for prudence in water consumption and urges residents and tourists to practise ‘responsible water consumption, taking care not to waste such a precious and valuable resource.’
Mallorca drowning in Puerto Soller
The emergency services continued with CPR but, despite their efforts, they were unable to revive him and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
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The Associació Festivals Chopin de Valldemossa presents the Chopin Festival 2025
This edition will feature the participation of renowned international pianists who will give unmissable concerts in an intimate and exclusive atmosphere
Big brother coastal patrols in Mallorca with a drone
The drone will operate ten hours a day for a month to support coastal surveillance, nautical charter control, beach monitoring and buoy field supervision.
British stars dance the night away at Lio in Palma!
Both British stars are believed to be on holiday on the island
Mallorca air crash: Pilot served in the United States air force
He was a former US military serviceman who flew F-18 and F-14 aircraft on US Navy aircraft carriers.
Britons driving in Spain: check if you need £6 permit
The DVLA states that in Spain “You do not need an IDP. If you’re hiring a car, you should check if the car hire company says you need an IDP.”
Mallorca air crash: the final seconds of the fatal flight over Puerto Soller
“It has not been confirmed whether a “mayday” distress call was made, because if so, it would indicate a possible engine failure or fuel failure."
“Tourism still exists, but only for those who can afford it… and behave": A chilling vision of Mallorca in 2050, according to a German author
Valldemossa and Soller survive as tourist sets, rented by the hour for an “authentic” photo.
The Mallorca village named one of Spain’s most beautiful
Fornalutx continues to enchant those in search of more than just beaches and resorts.
23-year-old seriously injured after dive into the sea in Mallorca
At a spot where there is a potential risk if diving from rocks.
Mallorca lifeguards ready for anything — even delivering a baby on the beach!
The annual drill, held every summer, is designed to train and prepare emergency and safety services for real-life scenarios that could arise during the busy holiday season.
Kylie Jenner chooses Mallorca to launch new lip balm with star-studded event
Mallorca is fast becoming a hotspot for A-list brand moments and memorable getaways.
Bodies of the pilot and 13-year-old son killed in Puerto Soller plane crash are recovered
The bodies were recovered by divers around 1pm on Sunday.
New car sales recover in the Balearics but at prices some 30% higher than before the pandemic
In the pandemic years of 2020 and 2021, registrations fell by around a half.
Small plane crashes into the sea in Soller
The incident occurred around 8.20pm on Saturday.
Princess Leonor visits the King's Cup Regatta in Palma
The chances are that Princess Leonor will take part in next year's regatta.
Agreement for limits being allowed "to die"; cruise ships with more than 15,000 passengers in Palma
The government is accused of having done "nothing" to renew the agreement with the cruise operators.
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