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“Communication between the local authorities and tourists is vital...”
Go Boris
“Johnson should pack his suitcases but not with wine...”
Loyalty to Johnson?
“The party is over for Johnson, he should call an early election....”
The jab
“An estimated 25,000 people have said that they will not have the jab...”
Travelling: "green certificate not valid any longer....."
“I was quite amazed to discover that the green certificate is no longer valid...”
A week to forget
“The green shoots of recovery which we saw in the autumn appear to have disappeared...”
Double standards
“I trust our government but in some instances I do feel it is double standards....”
Flying low
“Whatever happened to the inflight meal, even a coffee or a newspaper?”
Stadium v. players
“Having a fantastic ground, is brilliant, but you also need the players....”
The Crown
“How can Britain have a monarch who is well past retirement age?”
Starring role
“Mallorca must find ways to cash-in on its successful movie role...”
A quieter New Year
“The New Year celebrations were certainly quieter than usual in Majorca not helped by the weather....”
Speaking your language
“Many expats have lived on the island for 30 years and can't speak a word...”
Pavement danger
“The Calle Olmos in the centre of Palma has become like a racetrack...”
Last orders....
“Many restaurant owners have had a nightmare Christmas period...”
Wine whining!
“A glass of red wine, in one of the homes of wine, costs more than in the UK.”
Don't be so selfish
“All those who refuse the vaccine should stay at home on their own...”
New restrictions
“Balearics expected to increase the use of the Covid passport...”
Holding your nerve
“The Balearic government has put full faith in the vaccine passport...will they hold their nerve?”
No more bounce for Boris
“Johnson needs to bring in some experience to his government....”
Covid cases
“Can we just start taking the Covid situation seriously please?”
Easier life
“There are a series of measures which would make our life easier if they were scrapped.”
Home working
“Working from home makes perfect sense in these difficult times..”
Get legal
“Covid passports have meant that unless your paperwork is in order you are in trouble.”
Even Peppa Pig could do better!
The British public deserve better.
Open Navy
“After Covid, the Royal Navy Navy should open its vessels to the public...”
Fit for purpose
“To be honest, Prime Minister Boris Johnson is not fit for purpose...”
Covid fears
“Palma was packed over the public holiday prompting fears over Covid....”
On Ice!
“The champage is very much on ice as regards to next summer...”
Vaccine victory in the Balearics
“The Balearic government have reason to celebrate this week after quite a notable vaccine victory...”
Vaccine woes
“Some British expats are still having problems getting vaccinated...”
Vaccine passport
“If you don´t have the vaccine passport then your life will be different...”
Cruise ships
“In these hard times I find it incredible that some want to limit cruise ship visits...”
“Normal Christmas”
“I think that people who are refusing the jab are being very selfish...”
Not fair
“The government were wrong to use tourist tax cash for music awards...”
Back again
“I remember watching the old Ark Royal sail off into the sunset as a school-boy in 1978...”
Comment: Hoteliers put Balearic government under pressure
"This was a mistake by the Balearic government...."
Festive gloom
“The switch on off the Christmas light was a poor effort this year...”
Stamp of approval
“Difficult times call for difficult decisions in the Balearics...”
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Bargains of the Day!
This luxury villa with views over Puerto Pollensa Bay is just one of the properties on offer in today's classifieds.
Lifestyle
Eating out in Mallorca
Your guide to eating out across the island.
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Are Conservative MP's right to plot against Boris Johnson?
News
Mallorca Weather Forecast for January 24
You can keep up to date with the weather across the island here.
News
Villarreal outclass poor Mallorca
The home side dominated the match.
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Is the Government right to curb electric scooter riders?
News
28-minute tie-break as Nadal progresses to Australian quarters
7-6 (16-14) 6-2 6-2 to Rafael Nadal.
What's on
What's On Sunday 23 and Monday 24 January
If you are a Rolling Stones fan today there will be a documentary screened in English. Find out more here.
News
Ensuring a level playing field for women athletes
Women athletes do not have confidence on a level playing field.
What's on
Films in English for this Friday (21 January)
Three new releases this weekend. From coaching the best tennis players to the lastest Guillermo del Toro film and a thriller with some high class actors. Take a look here.
Lifestyle
For Laura...
This week in Nordic Spotlight, Jessika writes about her youngest daughter who has a hearing disability and how cochlear implants have changed her life.
News
The routes of all Mallorca’s tourism
Do you think this new type of tourism will be successful?
Lifestyle
Quail - Full of flavour, simple to cook and easy on the pocket
Find out why quail is one of the best items on the market, yet few people buy it.
What's on
Top Events this week on the island
These are the top events that are taking place on Mallorca this week.
News
Electric scooter tests
The new traffic laws for electric scooters are great news but what about a test?
Lifestyle
Baked ham won the top honours
Thumbs up or thumbs down? Our critic reviews the restaurant Delfinos.
Lifestyle
Quarterly newsletter from Save the Med!
As we step into this new year, it is time to share our last quarterly update of 2021.
Lifestyle
Nan’s Day Out for a blossom hunt along the 221
"We are not having the fastest walk in the world but it is always very beautiful."
Lifestyle
Pants Power
Sarah has set up a company where you can buy a pair of Brave Bird Pants.
Kids Zone
Queen’s College - Change is happening!
Year 12 biology students were asked to investigate the levels of Vitamin C in different juices.
Lifestyle
Embrace the change and respect the past
How is Soller keeping up with the changing times? What's their secret?
Lifestyle
Krista Hyer - A tribute from the people
The founder and president of the Cancer Support Group Mallorca, Krista Hyer B.E.M. died on Monday January 17 aged 74.
News
The end of British Covid apartheid
Anna Nicholas’s views on some of the stories of the week.
Lifestyle
Local business guide in Mallorca
What are you looking for? Check out our business guide for places to shop on the island.
News
Keeping warm - in the deep midwinter!
Find out what Frank Leavers has to say about how to endure this winter on the island.
Kids Zone
The Early Years Explore New Themes
At The Academy School we had a lovely first week back with the students in Junior and Senior School settling back quickly.
News
The Djokovic saga and misplaced moral judgement
Our contributor Simon, gives us his opinion on what happened with Djokovic.