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Barking mad in Mallorca
A dog is for life, not an accessory to pick up and drop whenever it suits.
Champagne, expensive cars, Michelin grade food all by the beach. Welcome to the new Magalluf
The beach was packed but you could hear a pin-drop.
The Brexit fallout on the youth mobility scheme
Rishi Sunak has rejected an EU offer to strike a post-Brexit deal to allow young Britons to live, study or work in the bloc for up to four years.
Overcrowding and meaningless gestures
Is the government running scared of negative publicity akin to that of the Canaries?
Mallorca’s finest ambassador
Last week saw tears and an outpouring of respect in Madrid, as he left a Spanish tournament court for the last time flanked by a guard of honour. This year he retires.
Mallorcan sex on the beach is too expensive for Brits
I hate to say this but I have been saddened by the outcry from Brits over the cost of booze in Mallorca. There is so more to the island than drinking.
A tourist, a friend in Mallorca
Remember that this island depends on tourism. There is no real industry and farming has all but disappeared. Be careful what you wish for.
Fancy eating out for a change? Better check your bank balance
I read a feature regarding how ridiculously expensive some places have become recently.
A sinking ship?
Take Soller, my local town. Countless businesses and individuals thrive on tourism, but a chunk don’t, and they are increasingly resentful of the massive crowds now flooding into the valley.
From reef diver to ocean saviour - A story of inspiration and action
So who is Brad Robertson?
Unveiling the tapestry of Soller Valley's ever-changing landscape
In 2024 we have friends arriving in the Soller Valley for a season. They are the internet nomads and spend their working time thinking other countries problems and solutions.
The responsible tourism decree that wasn't responsible
How was it possible to reduce fines for behaviour that had been classified as excessive?
Cyclists, clean up your act!
What I don't like is the behaviour of cyclists when they are here in Mallorca.
UK snub to Brussels over free movement
The European Union wants to try and make life easier for young Britons who want to live and work in the EU, but Sunak was quick to say no. However, he’ll be off first.
Bring your sunloungers to Mallorca, we are not ready yet!
“It is outrageous that many island beaches do not have sun-longer and sun-shades in place at the start of May. Longer season? Don´t think so!”
Soller locals are revolting
If you’re planning a trip by road to Soller any time soon, may I offer a few words of advice?
Anna Nicholas