The Palma budget for 2026 rises by 2.25% to reach €623.9 million
Mayor Jaime Martínez Llabrés has presented the Palma budget for 2026, approved by the Junta de Govern, which amounts to €623.9 million, a 2.25% increase on 2025, representing a rise of €13.7 million compared to [...]
Mountain rescues in Mallorca on the rise: 115 operations between May and September
The mountain rescues in Mallorca have slightly increased this summer. According to data from the Department of Finance, Innovation and Public Service of the Consell, the Firefighters of Mallorca carried out 115 operations between May [...]
The Balearic Islands promote cultural tourism at the World Travel Market in London
Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera are taking part from 4 to 6 November in the World Travel Market (WTM) in London, one of the most important tourism fairs in the world. The main objective is [...]
Stroke cases attended by SAMU 061 increase by 23% in the Balearic Islands
Cases of stroke attended by SAMU 061 between January and September this year have increased by 23% compared to the same period last year. In total, 767 stroke codes were activated, compared to 624 recorded [...]
Mallorca will have its own section of the Camino de Santiago (Way of St James) in 2026
The Consell de Mallorca has presented the route of the new hiking trail of the Camino de Santiago (Way of St James) from Mallorca, which will allow pilgrims to begin the Jacobean journey without leaving [...]
Airbnb removes more than 2,300 unlicensed holiday rental listings in Mallorca
The Consell de Mallorca has confirmed the removal of more than 2,300 listings hosted on the Airbnb platform that did not have a tourist registration number. These are the first results of the second phase [...]
A submarine robot strengthens the monitoring of the Balearic coastline
The Government of the Balearic Islands has introduced a submarine robot for coastal monitoring, aiming to enhance the supervision of ports, anchorages and marine areas of high environmental value. This device will allow the detection [...]
Palma celebrates the Festes de la Mare de Déu de la Salut 2025 from 5 to 8 September
The Festes de la Mare de Déu de la Salut 2025 of Palma (Patrona Festivities 2025 of Palma), one of the most important summer celebrations in the city, will take place from 5 to 8 [...]
Mallorca Caprice 2025–2026: the essential guide to discovering the island with style, sustainability and flavour
The new edition of Mallorca Caprice 2025-2026, Mediterranean Happiness Guide is now available at the island’s leading newsstands and most exclusive locations. Published by the Mallorca Global agency, this annual guide has become an essential [...]
Demand for second-hand books soars in the Balearic Islands ahead of the new school year
The demand for second-hand books in the Balearic Islands has surged this summer, with an increase of 207% in July compared to June, according to data from Milanuncios and Appinio. ESO textbooks lead the growth [...]
In 2024, 71% of the women accommodated in Palma for gender-based violence were foreigners
The profile of women assisted by the Municipal Reception Service for Victims of Gender-Based Violence (SAMVVM) in Palma in 2024 shows that 71% were foreigners, mainly from Latin America, 63% were unemployed, and more than [...]
Emaya removes 800 kilograms of waste from Na Burguesa
The municipal company Emaya, in collaboration with the Bishopric of Mallorca, has removed 800 kilograms of waste from the Na Burguesa grounds in Palma. The extraordinary intervention restored this natural area to its usual state. [...]
SMAP warns about fraudulent stickers on terminals of the ORA zone in Palma
The Municipal Parking and Projects Company (SMAP) has detected an attempted fraud in several terminals of the ORA zone in Palma. According to the entity, false stickers placed on the parking machines, displaying the message [...]
The Consell de Mallorca allocates more than €5.5M to the prevention of wildfires in the Serra de Tramuntana
The Consell de Mallorca will invest 5,520,195 euros in projects and grants for the prevention of wildfires in the Serra de Tramuntana and the conservation of its natural and cultural heritage. This plan combines institution-led [...]
Balearic Islands to request the provisional suspension of migrant minors’ distribution
The Govern and the four island councils will file a challenge against the Royal Decree approved on 22 July establishing the procedure for the reception of migrant minors. They will also request the provisional suspension [...]
The Govern intensifies the cleaning of torrents in Mallorca to prevent flooding
The President of the Govern of the Balearic Islands, Margalida Prohens, has announced that since the beginning of the legislature, more than 250 kilometres of torrents in Mallorca have been cleaned, as part of a [...]
The Palma International Boat Show 2025 generates an economic impact of €21 million
The Palma International Boat Show 2025 (PIBS), held from 30 April to 3 May, generated an economic impact of €21 million, a 4.5% increase compared to 2024. The fair, organised by the Conselleria de Empresa, [...]
Felanitx celebrates 100 years of festivities with the Verbenas of 2025
Felanitx is getting ready for a truly unique summer. The Verbenas of Felanitx 2025, dedicated to Saint Augustine, mark their centenary this year with a very special programme that will take place in the Parc [...]
Orange alert activated in Mallorca due to heavy rain and storms
The Directorate General of Emergencies and Interior of the Balearic Government keeps the orange alert for rain and storms in Mallorca active, within the framework of the Special Plan for Adverse Weather Events (METEOBAL). This [...]
Balearic Islands send a contingent of 47 personnel to support the fight against wildfires in Castilla y León
The Government of the Balearic Islands has sent a relief contingent to Castilla y León to assist in extinguishing, rescue, and recovery operations in areas affected by the wildfires devastating the region. The operation has [...]
Top riders set to take over the Plaza de Toros for the Ciutat de Palma SoloFlow Freestyle Mallorca
The Plaza de Toros is getting ready to host on 23 August a spectacular event: Ciutat de Palma SoloFlow Freestyle Mallorca, bringing together the best national and international riders in this discipline. Impossible jumps and [...]
36 unaccompanied foreign minors arrive in Mallorca in fifteen days
The Institut Mallorquí d’Afers Socials (IMAS) warns of the saturation of the child protection system in Mallorca. In just the first fifteen days of August, 36 unaccompanied foreign minors arrived by boat, more than the [...]
Enquiries about renewable energy and electric mobility are on the rise
The Office for the Energy Transition of the Balearic Islands (OTEIB) recorded a significant increase in enquiries during the month of July. The six permanent offices across the archipelago received a total of 805 visits. [...]
The Balearic Islands allocate over €6.2 million to 8 municipalities to promote sustainable tourism
The Government of the Balearic Islands will allocate €6,218,059.92 to eight municipalities to promote sustainable tourism development projects. The actions, financed with Next Generation EU funds, will focus on mobility, accessibility, heritage and land planning. [...]
“Emblemàtics Balears” reaches 401 participating local businesses
The local commerce protection programme Emblemàtics Balears has reached a new milestone by surpassing 400 participating establishments. Recently, ten new shops from Palma joined the programme: Carns Comas, Carnicería Bonnín, Carnicería Germans Vicens, Espardenyeria Llunes, [...]
The August bank holiday sees a decline in hotel bookings in the Balearic Islands
While the August long weekend has boosted hotel activity in much of Spain, the balance is less positive in the Balearic Islands. According to data from SiteMinder, bookings in the archipelago have fallen by 5.03% [...]
‘No i punt!’ reaches 51 municipalities in Mallorca against sexual violence at popular festivals
Mallorca strengthens its commitment to festivals free from sexual violence through the “No i punt!” campaign, promoted by the Island Directorate of Families of the Consell de Mallorca. In 2025, the initiative has reached a [...]
The Illes Balears Clàssics 2025 Regatta turns Palma into the capital of classic sailing
From August 13 to 17, 2025, Palma de Mallorca will host the XXX Illes Balears Clàssics Regatta, a landmark nautical event in the Mediterranean that will bring together 40 historic vessels and true maritime treasures [...]
Palma celebrates International Youth Day 2025 with a Holi festival and gatherings
Palma City Council has prepared a special programme to commemorate the International Youth Day, celebrated on 12 August. The activities, free of charge and aimed at young people aged 14 to 30, include a colourful [...]
Perseids in Mallorca 2025: when and where to see them
In August there is increasing interest in knowing when and where to see the Perseids in Mallorca in 2025. The Perseids, also called the Tears of Saint Lawrence due to the celebration of this saint [...]
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