Mallorca
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Mallorca is the largest of Spain’s Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean. Since the 1950s Mallorca has been a popular area with tourists from all over the world and it remains a very popular short-haul destination for British holidaymakers. The Euro Weekly News is the longest running news source in Mallorca, covering Petra, Soller, Campos, Arta, Valldemossa and Sant Joan.
Two dead after devastating Magaluf apartment fire as faulty fridge suspected
A deadly fire that ripped through an apartment building in Magaluf in the early hours of Thursday June 11 morning has claimed the lives of...
Keeping up with Kris Jenner: Star enjoys luxury Mallorca escape aboard superyacht
Kris Jenner has returned to one of her favourite Mediterranean destinations, swapping Los Angeles for Mallorca as she enjoys a luxury yacht getaway alongside some...
Selva herb fair returns: Mallorca’s most magical tradition blooms again
The scent of rosemary, myrtle and wild mountain herbs is once again filling the streets of Selva as one of Mallorca’s most distinctive cultural events...
Mallorca launches new plan to save its beaches as coastal erosion threatens popular resorts
Mallorca's famous sandy beaches are facing increasing pressure from coastal erosion, but authorities are now taking action with a new strategy designed to protect some...
A-lister Amy Schumer kicks off celebrity-studded summer as stars flock to Mallorca
Amy Schumer is currently on holiday in Mallorca and although she's better known for her sharp wit, Hollywood films and sold-out comedy tours, the A-list...
Mallorca’s hottest wellness trend? Sauna and ice baths in Bunyola
As temperatures rise across Mallorca, a growing number of residents and visitors are swapping beach bars for ice baths, embracing a wellness trend that combines...
A Palma Airport advert has sparked outrage across Mallorca and here’s why
A giant advert at Palma Airport has sparked an unexpected row in Mallorca. The billboard is not promoting alcohol, nightlife or package holidays. It advertises...
Palma retail rents hit record highs as luxury brands expand
Palma’s luxury shopping district is experiencing record commercial rental prices as growing demand from international brands continues reshaping some of the city’s most famous shopping...
Candlelit piano concert coming to Sineu
A unique candlelit piano concert experience is set to arrive in the heart of Mallorca next month as “1 Piano & 200 Candles” prepares to...
Mercadona plans major online expansion in Mallorca
Supermarket giant Mercadona has begun construction of its first warehouse in Mallorca dedicated exclusively to online shopping orders as part of a major expansion of...
Marratxi repairs rural roads
Marratxi Town Hall has completed improvement works on several rural roads in the areas of Son Ametler and Sa Comuna, investing more than €4,000 to...
Club Elsa charity market returns
Club Elsa’s popular Charity Rastrillo returned to Palma from May 22 to 24, bringing three days of vintage finds, second-hand bargains and solidarity shopping to...
Special tourism reconversion status
Marratxi Town Hall has completed improvement works on several rural roads in the areas of Son Ametler and Sa Comuna, investing more than €4,000 to...
British tourist survives dramatic sea rescue at Santa Ponsa beach
A British tourist is recovering after being pulled from the sea without a pulse during a dramatic rescue operation at Santa Ponsa beach in southwest...