Mallorca News & Insights: Latest From the Balearic Islands
News, tips and stories from the island
Mallorca NewsIbiza opens Dalt Vila for 500 heritage events
On 11 and 12 September 2026, Ibiza opens Dalt Vila and two museums at night as more than 500 cultural events reach 15 UNESCO World Heritage cities.
Mallorca NewsBalearics: 3,723 boat migrants spark government row
Palma, 9 September 2026: Declassified Ceuta papers record 3,723 people arriving by boat in the Balearics, fuelling a row between Sánchez and Prohens.
Mallorca NewsThe Hole creators set a new live show for 2027
Madrid, 9 September 2026: The Hole creators plan a new live show for spring 2027, with a tour of Spanish cities to follow as details stay secret.
Flooding on the Ma-4015 near Manacor: The full carriageway closed
The Ma-4015 near Manacor has been closed due to flooding from kilometre 0 to kilometre 8 since 9 September 2026.
Mallorca NewsPalma drug trial: 15 in court, several admit charges
Palma, 9 September 2026: several defendants admit charges as the Adriatico drug trial opens, while others seek to have the case thrown out.
Mallorca NewsVox puts Rodríguez in Balearics organisation post
On Wednesday, 9 September, Vox names Sergio Rodríguez to take the Balearics organisation role, replacing María Vidal on its provincial executive committee.
Mallorca NewsMallorca vehicle transfers now face a tax check
Palma, 9 September: Mallorca vehicle buyers need a positive Balearic tax report before traffic officials process a change of ownership under a new deal.
Mallorca NewsMallorca storm: 63-year-old dies in Felanitx
Heavy rain in Felanitx, Mallorca, proves fatal on Wednesday, 9 September, as a 63-year-old woman dies after an apparent fall in the street.
Mallorca NewsMallorca storm kills woman amid 173 incidents
Mallorca storm on 9 September leaves a 63-year-old woman dead in Felanitx, cuts power to 5,000 customers and triggers 173 emergency call-outs.
Mallorca NewsMallorca nursery staff get pay boost from January 2027
Palma's Parliament backs a 9 September 2026 decree that puts Balearic nursery staff on delegated payroll from January 2027 and adds a pay supplement.
Food & DrinkMallorca Gin: Island Spirits with Citrus, Herbs and Character
Mallorcan gin brings together Mediterranean botanicals, meticulous craftsmanship and a relaxed culture of enjoyment.
Food & DrinkTrampó: Mallorca's purist summer salad
A simple, refreshing classic of the island cuisine made from just a few ingredients — freshly diced, quick to prepare and typically Mallorcan.
Food & DrinkCocarrois: Half-moon pastries that taste like Mallorca
Small savory pastries with a distinct identity — perfect to take from the bakery or as a festive classic.
Food & DrinkGreixonera: Mallorca's clay-mold dessert
A simple, oven-baked home dessert from the island, made from humble ingredients and sometimes from leftovers.
Food & DrinkLlonguet: Palma's Cult-Status Roll
This simple, handy roll is more than a snack in Palma — it's a piece of the city's history and an everyday ritual.
Food & DrinkEnsaïmada Recipe: Origin, Varieties and How to Really Understand the Lard Spiral
A practical, knowledgeable introduction to the Ensaïmada: what defines it, which varieties exist and how best to take it with you.
Society & CultureMallorca: Fira B! brings 80 acts to Palma stages
Palma hosts Fira B! from 30 September, with more than 80 theatre, dance and music acts across city venues, ending at Motorworld Mallorca on 7 November.
Society & CulturePalma book week opens with Sant Jordi winner
Palma, Thursday 24 September: Sant Jordi winner Carles Rebassa opens the Catalan Book Week with an address, Nita concert and Conte Contat event.
Society & CulturePalma ceramic exhibition: time takes centre stage
From 11 September 2026, Palma, Mallorca’s Misericòrdia chapel shows Joan Pere Català Roig’s ceramics, following clay and fire until 6 March 2027.
Society & CulturePalma exhibition puts language and migration in focus
On 8 September, Palma’s La Misericòrdia opens Nora Ancarola’s language and migration exhibition, featuring video work and exile symbols.
Blai Bonet sound poem opens in Inca shoe museum
Cabosanroque’s visual and sound poem on Blai Bonet’s freedom opens at Museu del Calçat, Inca, on Friday, 11 September, at 19.00 with shoes at its heart.
Society & Culture50 shows: Palma’s Nit de l’Art fills Mallorca
Palma, Mallorca, hosts Nit de l’Art on 19 September 2026: 50-plus exhibitions, more than 100 artists, concerts and free guided tours across the island.
EventsThis week on Mallorca: the highlights, 07.09.–13.09.2026
This weekend, Mallorca shows its full range: from high-energy live sounds and club nights to art, literature and indulgent moments. Whether you want to dance,
EventsThis weekend on Mallorca: the highlights, 04.09.–06.09.2026
This weekend, Mallorca reveals its many facets: from powerful live sets and local soundscapes to food, nostalgia and movement. Choose the occasion that suits
EventsThis week on Mallorca: the highlights, 31.08.–06.09.2026
This weekend’s selection ranges from focused concert moments to high-energy nights, poolside vibes and a sporting gathering. Whether you want to discover some
EventsThis weekend on Mallorca: the highlights, 28.08.–30.08.2026
This weekend offers everything from heartfelt concerts and musical remembrance to dancing, nostalgia and family entertainment. Whether you want to discover li
EventsThis week on Mallorca: the highlights, 24.08.–30.08.2026
This weekend, you can look forward to a varied programme ranging from heartfelt concerts and piano music to family entertainment and exuberant party energy. W
EventsThis weekend on Mallorca: the highlights, 21.08.–23.08.2026
This weekend, Mallorca reveals its many cultural sides: from handmade guitar music and urban beats to musical journeys through time, art and classical piano.

Mallorca traffic: current road closures and roadworks
Current roadworks, closures and restrictions on Mallorca's roads, taken straight from the Spanish traffic authority's official reports.
ServiceTap Water in Mallorca: Drink It or Not?
Whether drinking from the tap makes sense in Mallorca depends mainly on where you are, how the water tastes, and your own comfort level.
Buses in Mallorca: How to Use TIB and EMT Palma Correctly
With the TIB regional network and EMT Palma city buses, you can reach many of the island’s key destinations without hiring a car.
ServicePine Processionary Caterpillars in Mallorca: Season, Risks and How to Respond
The caterpillars of the pine processionary moth are visible in winter and spring. Keeping your distance and acting calmly can greatly reduce the risk.
ServiceSnakes in Mallorca: How to Identify Them and Stay Calm
Mallorca’s snakes are fascinating, mostly shy reptiles—though one introduced species poses challenges for the island’s natural environment.
Sharks off Mallorca: What’s Really Swimming in the Water
Blue sharks and other species are part of the Balearic Sea—exciting to spot, but no reason to panic while swimming.