TALKING BALEARICS

Season’s Greetings! Could the Mallorcan mountains see a rare Balearic White Christmas? Meanwhile, the troubled Ibiza Parador faces yet more delays — politicians talk a good game, but has the situation gone beyond a joke? On a brighter note, a new train service promises to revolutionise Mallorca’s public transport, and we reveal why Ibiza mortgage lending has hit record levels not seen since 2007....

Is there a social media crackdown coming for Spain following the Australian model, Spanish authorities have issued a big fine to Airbnb, Calvia has been included on a very prestigious list, Ibiza council purchases an iconic building in San Antonio for cultural purposes, what exactly is a V16 beacon & why is it so important and finally, Ibiza’s hoteliers are still moaning about the lack of what...

The warm winter weather for the Balearics prompts calls for more winter tourism, is the UK about to relax strict rules on freedom of movement for youngsters, there’s bad news if you haven’t already organised your Xmas travel, a Mallorca wedding that ended up in the courts and the 2026 solar eclipse is already causing a stir and let’s not forget the new entry visa to Spain for non-EU nationals whic...

The Balearics are experiencing a booking bonanza with Mallorca top of the rankings, what other country is now competing with Spain to become a retirement haven, an iconic Ibiza ‘hotel’ is about to be demolished using surprising funds, the worlds no1 DJ David Guetta is confirmed for Mallorca Live 2026 and why are the self employed protesting on the streets  of the Balearics?  This, of course, is TA...

Inheritance tax misconceptions, Cala de Bou business owners demand action to clean up the area, Balearic Christmas markets are  GO, a famous pub chain eyes a Spanish takeover while a well known live music venue calls it quits plus which island has the most expensive Menu of the Day?  This is TALKING BALEARICS   We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which...

The numbers are in for Ibiza’s summer & the experts have their say, a social housing update for Mallorca as rental prices continue to soar & just why is Benidorm busy in the winter yet the Balearics can’t seem to get its act together. Jet2 airline has some big news, why is Spanish bread causing consternation at M&S & where are the wealthiest towns on the islands. This is, of course...

Season 2 - London's World Travel Market - the big debrief - what's the point, is it a gravy train and what was the travel industry feedback? Richie talks to the Mayor of Calvia - an area which includes the polarising Magaluf. Winter is upon us but what is there actually to do in the Balearics in the off season, a quick Ryanair update and is there an uprising in Ibiza's police forces...

The Balearics & especially Ibiza's weather woes continue but are the local authorities over reacting after previous mistakes. Tourist tax consensus but the management still under scrutiny. Ibiza beaches in the news with a grim discovery and a big drugs bust. Jet2 boss reminds the UK chancellor of the importance of the travel industry and it was a soggy but successful club closing weekend...

Martin & Richie discuss the fallout from Ibiza floods, Wayne Lineker makes an honest admission, the Beckhams live it large in Mallorca on their beautiful yacht, Lionel Messi's hotel group take an interesting turn, it's the Ibiza clubs closing week but the bar association starts the fights back, Instagram sensation 'Eating with Tod' on Ibiza's coolest restaurants meanwh...

Severe floods sweep the Ibiza & the Balearics with public warnings being issued, the annual DJ Awards promises to be a hotly disputed affair with all of the globes best DJ's in attendance. Meanwhile the ABTA conference is due to take over Mallorca but is there still room for travel agents and what will they notice about the changing face of Magaluf. Palma will host several thousand United...

AIRBNB has claimed victory over unlicensed accommodation advertised on its platform but is it too early to be celebrating, as PRIVATE JETS usage soars in the Balearics is the push back from pressure groups warranted and what is the solution going forward. The central government has rejected the budget proposal for Balearic residents to receive their TRAVEL DISCOUNT but how serious is the situation...

The Balearics government's proposals to solve the housing crisis receives pushback from a new Mallorca pressure group, new smoking and vape laws come into force covering previous grey areas, Mallorca's public transport has an overhaul but is the Palma Metro still a white elephant, changing attitudes signal diminishing returns for Ibiza's bars but there's a new initiative to re-...

Autumn is coming and the Daily Mail bark up the wrong tree yet again with their latest headline as Mallorca goes through a noticeable shift in clientele, the Ibiza Hall of Fame gets off to a strong start, migrants on boat crossings to Ibiza and Formentera have new facilities waiting for them and a deadly car crash rocks San Antonio to its core but what's the solution to the increasingly dange...

As migrant crossings to the Balearics show no sign of easing there's a showdown brewing between local & central government, Ibiza hotels are set for major investment in their relentless quest for the luxury market meanwhile Ryanair have their own quest to penalise those trying to cut corners. The Times newspaper runs a big article detailing the shocking death stats for young Brits in Ibiz...

New figures out for 2025 tourist visitors to Spain show a surprising trend that might have far reaching implications for the Balearics, David Guetta at Ushuaia Ibiza gets a review, 'Ghost Diners' are having a major impact especially in Menorca of all places. Ibiza has 17 (SEVENTEEN) entries in the Top 100 Clubs in the World and who is exactly to blame for environmental issues on overcrow...

Social media & the UK press are presenting Mallorca in a certain light but what's the real story and how is it affecting business on the largest Balearic Island? High end restaurants in Ibiza are disguising tips and service charges within their bills but what is the law and what can you do, meanwhile how has a table coat hook ended up in court with strong accusations from both sides? Real...

Jeff Bezos brings his luxury fleet to the Balearics with an eye watering display of wealth & Leonardo Di Caprio comes along for the ride, meanwhile Katy Perry & DJ Diplo are on the naughty step, La Liga kicks off with a mouth watering first match for Real Mallorca with FC Barcelona due to arrive in Palma this coming weekend. USA and Qatar hold Gaza peace talks...on the White Isle (?) and s...

TOURISMPHOBIA - after Richie was interviewed on TIMES RADIO about the Spanish pushback against tourism that’s grabbing headlines around the world, it's time to have a frank and honest discussion that includes the full interview on Times Radio. How is the reality? What is the root cause? And is there a solution?  This is TALKING BALEARICS. We are the only English speaking podcast covering the...

Magaluf's Mayor is upbeat but bemoans the lack of what? Are car hire companies taking us for a ride? Ibiza businesses lament the disappearance of families while the White Isle's government commission a report that is sure to fan the flames for a certain sector and a slightly longer podcast this week as DWAYNE NOLAN joins us to give his assessment on the Ibiza clubbing season so far and c...

SPECIAL PODCAST: It's a repeat of the World Cup Final on Sunday when England take on Spain in the Women's Euro 2025 Final in Basel Switzerland. Richie & Martin look at the two teams and celebrate that 3 of the starting XI for Spain are from the Balearics. They talk about how the teams made it to the final, the ups & downs and what they think might happen come kick off. This is TA...

Ibiza Rocks hotel issues a public statement & reflects after a tragedy but why is it happening all too often, a new report claims that some businesses are down by up to 40%, Soho Farmhouse has opened in Ibiza but what's the verdict meanwhile a new uber cool pool and spa has also opened with a somewhat strange name. We've all heard of pirate taxis but the latest development takes the...

Mallorca billboard carrying a muddled message, Ibiza shanty town razed to the ground, live music is defining the Balearics biggest island with some familiar names, speed camera shenanigans, Soho Farmhouse opens in Ibiza with a very famous face and some big news about Balearic football. We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat popu...

The A-List celebs are arriving in their droves with some surprising names, parking issues in San Antonio as the appeals court issues a shock order, there might be tourismophobia demonstrations but the two least likely resorts are fighting back & taking a few risks along the way, the national police have issued an idiot's guide to not ruining your holidays, the Guardian runs a surprise exp...

A potential hotel sector strike has been avoided after a last minute deal, a new report has highlighted the changing habits of Ibiza's tourists, Airbnb has cut the number of illegal rentals online however this is contradicted by a baffling new report about Palma, there's a reminder about potential passport problems, have Ibiza's government really got a hold of the growing shanty tow...

Balearic vineyards set to suffer from increased taxes, Ibiza's famous Sa Trinxa beach bar gets collared by the noise police, a new UK airport looks to bring more arrivals to the archipelago which will enrage the tourismophobia disciples, Magaluf promenade (part 1) has it's official opening, sporadic fires keep Ibiza on its toes, San Juan fiestas take over the islands, there's a big...