15 October 2025
Mallorca weather for Thursday, 16 October - And more alerts for rain
Remaining unsettled for the rest of the week.Yellow alerts for rain for the south and the interior on Thursday - 12 noon to 6pm, up to 20 litres of rain per square metre, and thunderstorms likely.The same alerts apply to Friday, without ruling out the possibility of others being issued either for Th
15 October 2025
It’s summer holidays 2027 already in Mallorca for Jet2.com and Jet2holidays
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays are unlocking the sunshine for Summer 2027 earlier than ever, after putting their Summer Sun programme on sale from all 13 of their UK airports, meaning customers and independent travel agents can book early. With flights and holidays to 59 sun and leisure city destinations
15 October 2025
Brussels avoids responding to Trump on Spain but will respond to any trade action against an EU country, Spain’s Deputy Prime Minister fires warning shot
On Wednesday, the European Commission avoided responding directly to US President Donald Trump, who has once again threatened Spain with higher tariffs due to differences over defence spending. However, it wanted to make it clear that Brussels has the power to retaliate against ‘any trade action’ th
15 October 2025
Outrage over traffic curfew for top Mallorca holiday villages
With this night-time closure, many residents are forced to use the Coll road over the mountain, with the consequent increase in travel time and driving risks.The socialist group in Soller has accused the Council of Mallorca of a lack of foresight and sensitivity for closing the Soller tunnel between
15 October 2025
Mallorca holiday: Spanish airlines call for airport charges to be lowered until 2031, winter flights slashed to the Balearics, airfares could rise
The Airline Association (ALA) has called for a reduction in Spanish airport charges for the next five-year regulatory period, between 2027 and 2031, citing the steady increase in air traffic and airport authority Aena’s good results in recent years. ALA President Javier Gándara explained on Wednesda
15 October 2025
Yellow weather alerts issued as storms threaten Mallorca
Friday is expected to bring the heaviest rainfall of the week, with yellow weather alerts likely to be issued across parts of the island.Parts of Mallorca have been placed on alert this Wednesday, 15 October, as a weather trough brings the risk of heavy rain and thunderstorms. María José Guerrero, t
15 October 2025
Mallorca flight scare: "The aircraft ahead of us was late, so the safety distance could not be maintained"
Passengers aboard a Eurowings flight bound for Mallorca experienced a brief moment of alarm on Monday as their aircraft performed a go-around manoeuvre just moments before landing at Palma Airport. The incident occurred as the plane was on its final approach to the island.Despite initial assumptions
15 October 2025
Experience the magic of Christmas in Mallorca: Top 7 must-do activities
Spending Christmas in Mallorca is a magical experience. The island’s charm blends effortlessly with festive traditions, creating a warm, magical atmosphere. As the holidays get closer, the streets will soon light up with twinkling decorations, markets will be buzzing with unique gifts, and the smell
15 October 2025
Some Spanish regions already live in the ‘right’ time zone ahead of clock change
The debate over daylight saving time emerges once again as the official clock change approaches. However, beyond the usual controversy, some Spanish regions are already positioned in their geographically appropriate time zone. These exceptions are Catalonia, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Isla
15 October 2025
Trump threatens tariffs on Spain over refusal to boost NATO defence spending
President Donald Trump threatened trade penalties, including tariffs, against Spain, saying he is unhappy with its refusal to raise defense spending to 5% and calling the move disrespectful to NATO. "I'm very unhappy with Spain. They're the only country that didn't raise their number up to 5%... so
15 October 2025
Investigation into Ryanair emergency landing after aircraft nearly runs out of fuel
A Ryanair flight travelling from Pisa to Glasgow Prestwick was forced to make an emergency landing in Manchester on 3 October after it came dangerously close to running out of fuel — reportedly with only about six minutes’ worth remaining. The incident took place amid Storm Amy and has prompted an i
15 October 2025
Mallorca migrants being used "to win votes"
The Spanish Government's delegate in the Balearics has criticised the ruling Partido Popular of using migration "to cover up their poor management".In an appearance before a Senate committee on Tuesday, the Spanish Government's delegate in the Balearics, Alfonso Rodríguez, accused the ruling Partido
15 October 2025
"I don't want bombs near my house": Residents' concerns at plans for a missiles' depot at Palma Airport
Residents of Sa Casa Blanca near to where Spain's ministry of defence plans to build a missiles' depot at Palma's Son Sant Joan Airport have expressed their concern at the prospect. They learned about the plan from news reports, as did political parties in Mallorca. They haven't been told anything o
14 October 2025
Mallorca weather for Wednesday, October 15 - More alerts
Remaining unsettled for the rest of the week but with less risk of rain.More weather alerts on Wednesday. These are yellow for rain and thunderstorms in the north and northeast from 4am to 11am - up to 25 litres of rainfall per square metre in one hour. Given experience of the past few days, it is p
14 October 2025
Spain travel: How to avoid the new European Union entry and exit scheme
The EES was finally introduced on Sunday although very slowly. In Spain only Madrid airport launched on day one Britons flying to Mallorca will not have to pass through the biometric checks until next month, November. However, there are certain groups who will not have to register their biometric da
14 October 2025
From Sir Malcolm Campbell to Dunkirk and now Puerto Adriano
She was completely restoredThe classic yacht Blue Bird with a long and illustrious history is moored in Puerto Adriano. She was built in 1931 by Thornycrofts of Southampton, as a twin petrol-engined wooden motor yacht for Sir Malcolm Campbell, the British racing motorist and motoring journalist. He
14 October 2025
Two arrested at Palma Port for drug trafficking
A joint operation by the Guardia Civil's Fiscal and Border Analysis and Investigation Unit (UDAIFF) and the Tax Agency's Customs Surveillance has led to the arrest of two individuals on drug trafficking charges. The suspects were intercepted at the port of Palma last week, having travelled on a ferr
14 October 2025
Rafa Nadal shares first photo with his two children and Mery Perelló on social media
Rafa Nadal surprised his followers this Monday by sharing a touching family photo on Instagram, showing a tender moment with his wife, Mery Perelló, and their two children, Rafa and Miquel. “Family time in Mallorca,” he wrote alongside the picture, taken in Cala Bona, which has already amassed over
14 October 2025
Victoria Beckham masters effortless athleisure in Mallorca with iconic Nike Air Max trainers
Victoria Beckham was photographed sporting a casual yet refined athletic ensemble while holidaying in Mallorca. The British designer demonstrated how a simple sportswear look could be elevated through carefully chosen footwear, opting for Nike Air Max 1 Essential trainers priced at 149.99 euros.Usua
14 October 2025
Spielberg's "bigger boat" cruises in Mallorca waters
Super yacht cost in excess of 250 million dollarsHollywood legend Steven Spielberg's mega superyacht Seven Seas I is cruising Mallorca. This morning she was anchored off Puerto Portals. It is not clear if the Jaws director is on board. The yacht is named in honour of his children. He sold the origin
14 October 2025
Inca gears up for Dijous Bo with three weekends of fairs and family fun
Visitors can enjoy over 250 activities across three weekends, starting with Fira de la Terra on 18–19 October, followed by Fira del Motor on 25–26 October, and concluding with Fira d’Època on 1–2 November.Inca is preparing for Dijous Bo, and ahead of the big November celebration, three vibrant fairs
14 October 2025
Palma mayor announces total ban on holiday rentals and party boats in sweeping crackdown in Mallorca's capital
Martínez stated that the holiday rental ban is intended to boost the availability of housing for long-term tenants.Crackdown on holiday rentals, party boats and youth hostels — that’s how the measures presented this Tuesday by the Mayor of Palma, Jaime Martínez, can be summed up. The mayor has annou
14 October 2025
Spanish air force could station its giant Predator drones at Palma airport
Used extensively by the U.S. armed forcea and the CIAThe Spanish Air Force could station its Predator drones next to Palma airport as plans are unveiled to expand the base which is presently home to a search and rescue squadron. Plans for a new missile storage site have already been unveiled.Now, it
14 October 2025
Mallorca remains on weather alert as heavy rain and storms persist despite easing conditions
The south of the island and the Serra de Tramuntana remain under an orange weather warning, while a yellow alert is in effect for the rest of the island.After several days of unsettled weather, Mallorca is still under alert this Tuesday as the island braces for more heavy rain and thunderstorms, eve