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2026
27
April
2026
| 07:30 Europe/Amsterdam
 Palma de Mallorca is taking centre stage of a new chapter in one of the world’s most iconic pilgrimages, the way of St James or El Camino de Santiago which sees would-be-pilgrims flock to Spain from all over the world. The island has now
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02
February
2026
| 12:00 Europe/Amsterdam
The long-awaited Parador de Ibiza will open its doors to the public on 10th March 2026, once renovation and commissioning works are complete. The announcement was made at FITUR 2026 in Madrid by the Secretary of State for Tourism, Rosario
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2025
12
February
2025
| 17:25 Europe/Amsterdam
With a range of exhibits taking place across The Balearic Islands in 2025, here are some of the galleries and exhibitions worth visiting this year.‘Paysage Miró’ at Fundación Miró MallorcaThis summer, the Fundación Miró Mallorca - based where Joan
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2024
27
July
2024
| 17:27 Europe/Amsterdam
A MEDITERRANEAN MARATHON IN PALMA, MALLORCASports tourism is a booming trend this year, with increasing numbers of holidaymakers travelling either to watch or participate in sporting events. With pleasant temperatures and an abundance of historic
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20
June
2024
| 10:39 Europe/Amsterdam
UNMISSABLE VIEWS IN PALMAThe historic city of Palma, Mallorca, has world-class views and vistas for visitors to enjoy during the night and day. Whether visitors prefer to take in panoramic views from a luxurious hotel terrace or a historical site
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01
May
2024
| 18:31 Europe/Amsterdam
THE BALEARIC ISLANDS PROVIDE SUSTAINABLE TOURISM TAX PROJECTS UPDATESince 2016, visitors to the islands of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera have been paying a Sustainable Tourism Tax, contributing towards ongoing vital projects which aim to
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31
March
2024
| 18:38 Europe/Amsterdam
A SUMMER OF CULTURE IN PALMA: MYSTICAL TRADITIONS AND NEW JULIAN OPIE ART EXHIBITIONWith its captivating blend of history, culture and natural beauty, Mallorca’s capital of Palma offers the perfect sunny escape for travellers seeking to immerse
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10
February
2024
| 18:49 Europe/Amsterdam
2024 SPORTING EVENTS IN THE BALEARIC ISLANDSEvery year, the Balearic Islands host a range of impressive sporting events, which see professionals and amateurs arrive from all over the globe to compete in and spectate a range of disciplines. From
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2023
25
October
2023
| 13:42 Europe/Amsterdam
‘TAPALMA’ TAPAS FESTIVAL TO HELP VISITORS EAT THEIR WAY AROUND PALMA THIS NOVEMBERPalma de Mallorca, the picturesque capital of the Balearic Islands, is gearing up to welcome food enthusiasts from around the world to the highly anticipated “TaPalma”
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19
September
2023
| 18:06 Europe/Amsterdam
Spain now has 50 World Heritage Sites recognised by UNESCO, following the addition of the Talayotic Menorca to the list, which has been recognised for its cultural importance.This recognition was granted by UNESCO to the Talayotic as it considered
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19
September
2023
| 16:28 Europe/Amsterdam
PALMA TO TRANSFORM INTO CITY-WIDE GALLERY ON ART NIGHTOn the 23rd September 2023, the Balearic capital of Palma will once again be transformed into an open-air art museum for the annual Nit de l’Art (Art Night). This year will see a host of
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12
July
2023
| 18:37 Europe/Amsterdam
Formentera was recently awarded the Starlight Tourist Destination certification from the Starlight Foundation for being one of the best places in the world to go stargazing.This certification recognises Formentera for its clear night skies that
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19
March
2023
| 16:19 Europe/Amsterdam
It is no secret that the Balearic Islands are a hugely popular destination for UK tourists, but here the tourist board highlights five things which visitors might not already know about travelling to Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera.
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08
February
2023
| 17:19 Europe/Amsterdam
The Palma 365 Tourism Foundation and the Department of Tourism have unveiled new infrastructure developments aiming to consolidate the Mallorcan city as a quality tourist destination, including a new tramway and transformed beach promenade.At the
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2022
14
August
2022
| 12:44 Europe/Amsterdam
The Balearic Islands continue to invest in sustainable initiatives within the autonomous community. 
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25
February
2022
| 15:57 Europe/Amsterdam
Earlier this year, the Balearic Islands government approved a new law requiring tourism businesses to implement pioneering sustainability measures. The Government of the Balearic Islands will invest 55M euros to serve its aim of becoming the
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2021
17
September
2021
| 15:14 Europe/Amsterdam
The 4th edition of the ‘Save Posidonia’ Forum will be held between 23rd and 25th September 2021 in San Francesc Xavier on the Balearic Island of Formentera. The theme of the Forum is “Intelligent Sustainability for Tourism Recovery and the
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12
April
2021
| 10:00 Europe/Amsterdam
View the map in high resolution hereTo help post-COVID visitors savour the best of Formentera, the island’s tourism board has launched a new slow food map, highlighting its traditional cuisine, local products and distinct flavours. The
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25
February
2021
| 13:00 Europe/Amsterdam
2021 marks five years since the sustainable tourism tax was launched in the Balearic Islands and applies to all stays in tourist accommodationBritish tourism made a significant contribution towards funding sustainable initiatives in the Balearic
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