Wipeout Surf Film Festival 2024: the Summer surf festival
Wipeout Surf Film Festival 2024 is back and promises to be the most exciting surf event of the summer in Mallorca. With a vibrant atmosphere, full of energy and thrilling activities, the festival will take [...]
Costitx celebrates its fiestas with a varied programme until 14 September
The Festes de Costitx 2024 are just around the corner, and they come packed with activities for everyone to enjoy. This annual celebration brings together the residents of the picturesque Mallorcan town in honor of [...]
Festes de la Diada 2024: the Pujada a Lluc a Peu de la Part Forana arrives
From August 31 to September 14, 2024, the Santuari de Lluc, the spiritual heart of Mallorca, will become a hub of celebrations and activities in honor of the Mare de Déu de Lluc. The Festes [...]
Palma, among the best destinations in the world for nomadic executives
Palma has established itself as one of the top destinations worldwide for executive nomads, ranking seventh in the prestigious Executive Nomad Index, compiled by the international consultancy Savills. This index ranks cities based on their [...]
Palma is the fourth most expensive city in Spain to live in
Palma has positioned itself as the fourth most expensive city in Spain to live in, with a cost of living 7.8% higher than the national average, according to a study by the platform Kelisto. The [...]
The XX Amateur Theatre Showcase Burball 2024 arrives in Palma this September
Teatre Municipal Mar i Terra in Palma will host the XX Amateur Theatre Showcase Burball 2024 from 6 to 29 September, a highlight event for local theatre enthusiasts. Over three weeks, theatre groups from the [...]
Sa Clastra joins the list of Michelin-starred restaurants in Mallorca
There are now 11 Michelin-starred restaurants in Mallorca, after the Sa Clastra restaurant in es Capdellà, run by chef Jordi Cantó, was awarded the distinction. He did so at the annual gala of the Michelin [...]
Balearics studies measures to prevent a flood of VTC licences
It also plans to abolish the minimum 30-minute advance notice requirement. This has been advanced by the Government, which is preparing a new regulation of vehicles for hire with driver (VTC) that adapts to the [...]
420 police officers will be on duty to prevent shoplifting in Palma at Christmas time
The Christmas security measures in Palma will begin on the 1st of December and end on the 8th of January. The 'Safe Commerce Plan' aims to prevent theft during the Christmas campaign and will have [...]
74% increase in accidents involving electric scooters in the Balearic Islands
According to data published by SAMU 016, a third of accidents involving electric scooters cause head injuries. The average age is between 40 and 60 years, the majority are men and the hours when most [...]
Cata Coll, Mariona Caldentey and Joan Toni Moreno, best Balearic sportsmen and women at the Premis Esports IB 2023
Awarded by the Government of the Balearic Islands, the Premis Esports IB 2023 will be presented at a gala event to be held on 18th December at the Palau de Congressos de Palma. The footballers [...]
Biniarrels 2023, sa Fira de Mancor, closes its doors this Sunday
The Associació Arrels and the Ajuntament de Mancor de la Vall are organising the 6th edition of Biniarrels 2023, sa Fira de Mancor. Among other activities, you can enjoy storytelling for children, visual theatre, craft [...]
This is the programme of events for 25N in the Balearics
Workshops, screenings and debates, conferences, artistic spaces and demonstrations make up the programme from 17 November to 16 December for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women 25N in the Balearics. On [...]
Sa Pobla celebrates the 8th Fira de l’arròs pobler 2023
The Fira de sa Pobla (Sa Pobla Fair) will be held this weekend, 25th and 26th November, although the event runs until the 30th. A full programme of activities will fill the streets of the [...]
Health vaccinates 8,900 infants in the Balearic Islands today against bronchiolitis
The Balearic Islands begin today the vaccination of 8,900 infants on the islands against the respiratory syncytial virus, RSV, the main cause of bronchiolitis. This will be distributed in health centres and hospitals. Salut immunises [...]
The Christmas lights switch-on in Palma: traffic cuts and diversion of bus lines
The Christmas lights switch-on show in Palma this year 2023 will be held on 23rd November, the day before 'Black Friday'. More than 400 kilometres of garlands and 3,026 light installations will adorn the trees [...]
Islands’ water reserves rise to 54% and exceed last year’s figures
The Balearic Islands have registered a positive increase in their water reserves during the month of October, reaching 54%. This represents an improvement on the 52% of the previous month and an increase of six [...]
Weather in Mallorca: winter cold and strong winds
According to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), a cold front of polar origin arrived on the island last Tuesday accompanied by a significant drop in temperatures. The change in the weather in Mallorca puts the [...]
Protection measures for gender violence doubled in Palma in 2022
The annual report on violence against women for 2022 shows that last year 4,608 crimes of this type were registered in Palma, 68% of which corresponded to injuries and abuse. For its part, the breaking [...]
These are the new ministers in Sánchez’s government
The first government of the 15th Legislature begins its journey this Tuesday with the swearing-in of the 22 ministers of Pedro Sánchez's new government before the King at the Zarzuela Palace, starting at half past [...]
TaPalma 2023: 36 restaurants participate in tapas and cocktails route
TaPalma 2023 is being held this November with the aim of boosting the restaurant sector on the islands. In the most important tapas and cocktail competition in the Balearics, the winner is the Ombuamb restaurant [...]
The Parroquia of Santa Creu in Palma commemorates the 800th anniversary of the first living nativity scene
With a programme of conferences, concerts and round tables, the Parroquia of Santa Creu in Palma celebrates the 800th anniversary of the creation of the Nativity Scene of Saint Francis of Assisi in the Italian [...]
Pedro Sánchez pledges his office before the King at the Zarzuela Palace
After the royal decree with his appointment was published in the Official State Gazette (BOE) with the signature of Felipe VI, Pedro Sánchez has promised his post as President of the Government before the King [...]
XXVIII Trobada de Xeremiers i Fira de Lutiers in sa Pobla
On November 18 and 19 comes the XXVIII edition of the Trobada de Xeremiers and the Fira de Lutiers in sa Pobla. This is the traditional meeting of 'colles' of 'xeremiers', 'fabiolers', 'tamborers', manufacturers and [...]
The UIB will be able to offer a degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences.
Today's Consell de Govern has authorised the Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB) to teach the official degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences, starting in the academic year 2024-2025. The teaching of these studies [...]
The Fira de s’Oliva de Caimari 2023 reaches its 26th edition
The Fira de s'Oliva de Caimari is warming up before its big weekend, scheduled for the 19th and 20th of November. The fair will already have activities on the previous weekend, 11th and 12th November. [...]
Fira de la Mel de Llubí 2023: programme for November 19th
The XXIII Fira de la Mel de Llubí 2023 will be held this Sunday, 19th November. The 'fira' will occupy the village's Carretera square with its traditional stalls offering products related to the world of [...]
Pedro Sánchez re-elected Prime Minister of Spain
Pedro Sánchez revalidates the presidency of the Government without surprises after winning the support of 179 votes, an absolute majority, compared to 171 against PP, Vox and UPN. The socialist candidate was guaranteed the support [...]
Pedro Sánchez’s investiture debate: how to follow it
From 12 noon, the candidate for the presidency of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, faces the investiture debate to present his program without time limit. Sanchez counts on 179 votes and the guarantee of the support [...]
Dijous Bo 2023: on November 16 is celebrated the big day of the Fires d’Inca
Between October 21 and November 5 come the Fires d'Inca that reach their peak on November 16 with the celebration of Dijous Bo 2023. The influx is such that many choose to travel by train [...]