'Man in San' An by Martin Makepeace

The holiday industry could be on the brink of a major shake-up as easyJet eyes a takeover that could change the way millions book their summer breaks. Back in Ibiza, the island's taxi service is making headlines again - for all the wrong reasons, while over in Magaluf, the UK national newspapers are finally recognising that its transformation strategy appears to be paying off.We'll also look at why weddings are becoming serious business across the Balearics, celebrate Amnesia's spectacular 50th birthday party featuring a very special guest, welcome back one of Ibiza's most iconic party brands, and, of course, with the World Cup reaching the knockout stages, football fever continues to grip the islands.All this and much more on TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Have Balearic warning posters gone viral for all the wrong reasons, and should they be taken with a pinch of salt? Ryanair has climbed down over family seating, Magaluf is entering a new era with a very special concert on the beach, and in San Antonio there's finally an update on the so-called 'Super Toilet' that was craned into place with great fanfare back in February.We'll also look ahead to megastars Fatboy Slim and Swedish House Mafia heading to the Balearics, discuss Real Mallorca's latest PR disaster, and round up all the biggest stories from across the islands.All this and much more on TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

A major corruption case ends with lengthy prison sentences, are German tourists falling out of love with Ibiza, and could a future government led by Andy Burnham expand youth mobility opportunities between the UK and Europe?We discuss Ibiza's favourite local dishes, whether San Antonio is suffering an identity crisis while Magaluf powers ahead with a clear tourism strategy, and why a familiar face has been appointed as the new manager of Real Mallorca.Plus, feedback from visitors suggests Ibiza's superclubs may be pushing capacity limits on their biggest nights. Are venues becoming too crowded, what are the implications for customer experience and safety, and has the balance between profitability and comfort shifted too far?All this and much more on TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

World Cup fever has swept across the Balearics, but why are bars and restaurants reporting an unexpected slowdown in the middle of June?An illegal Ibiza party has made headlines across the islands, and the local government has unveiled a surprising new strategy to crack down on organisers. Minivan drivers are under scrutiny after a series of concerning incidents, while the British Government is taking a more proactive role in tourist safety this summer and in San Antonio, a debate is brewing over some eye-catching proposals to rename the town's famous West End. We'll also look at the wider tourism picture, as the Balearics continue to grapple with overcrowding, housing pressures and the challenge of balancing visitor numbers with residents' quality of life. All this and much more on TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Another summer, another tourist protest on the horizon in Palma as activists promise their biggest demonstration yet. The Balearic Ecotax continues to generate millions, but is proving surprisingly difficult to spend effectively. We'll look at why.Co-living is set to become a reality in Ibiza this year – is it a solution to the island's housing crisis or just another buzzword? Mallorca Live is about to turn the Balearic sky into a soundtrack of global music stars, while Spain's tourism industry continues to break booking records. But with growing pressure on housing, infrastructure and local communities, how long can the boom really continue?We'll also bring you the story of a diver's unexpected encounter in the Mediterranean, and as always we'll round things off with the latest from Real Mallorca.THIS IS TALKING BALEARICS!DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Blacklists for badly behaved airline passengers, nervous hotel owners watching August bookings, and the question nobody seems willing to ask: does anyone actually use TripAdvisor anymore?We'll also look at Ibiza Town's cultural transformation, Europe's "best beaches" list that has us raising more than a few eyebrows, and why Ibiza's car hire companies are up in arms over new restrictions.Over in football, Real Mallorca have unveiled their manager for next season, while one of the biggest names in rap is heading to Ibiza this summer – and the ticket price might be the biggest surprise of all.From tourism and travel to culture, controversy and clubland, we'll separate the headlines from the hype.THIS IS TALKING BALEARICS!DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Another spanking new hotel announcement - this time in Calvià - and the numbers are eye-watering, as fears grow over tourist overload despite thousands of authorised beds still sitting unused.EasyJet rolls out a new luggage service that could actually make summer travel slightly less painful.In Ibiza, foreign home ownership figures are raising eyebrows while passport control delivers the entirely predictable seasonal meltdown.An economic forum in Palma produces something we’ll henceforth be referring to as Bernardos Law and after a long, hard season… Real Mallorca suffer the ultimate fate.All this and more on TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Brits could get a 90-day rule rethink, agritourism is booming but facing hotel-style pressures, Bizum is transforming payments for local businesses, San Antonio’s West End is getting a bold rebrand but with a surprise twist, Real Mallorca are hanging by a thread, and hospital walkouts are piling pressure on Ibiza’s healthcare system.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

A new Mallorca train line is making the headlines and the numbers speak for themselves, Ibiza draws the line under camper vans, a new Mallorca beach app is dispelling a few myths, the Balearic Cricket Championship was a straight shootout in Menorca, there's a Balearic crossover with a new market in Santa Ponsa, the 'world's most expensive' restaurant is back and Amnesia opens it's doors for 2026 with a mega-party & lets not forget the footy.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Vehicle limitations in the Balearics but are the tourists really to blame, PiGS! Portugal & Italy join Greece in the EES exodus, will Spain follow? A potential beach bar closure in Ibiza has got locals hot & bothered, shanty town shenanigans with no solutions in sight, the billion euro Balearic boating industry that feels unloved and Ibiza is going back to medieval times and thats a good thing! Throw in football and some local cricket and we have it all covered.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Jet2 apply pressure for Spain to follow the Greek lead at passport control, an incredible amount of flight seats are scheduled for the Balearics this summer but there's devil in the detail and Palma International Boat Show wows once again. Why is the West End of San Antonio being demolished? Theres a cycling surge but is it good for the local economy and Ibiza and Mallorca appear on a very prestigious list for luxury living.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Is this the busiest April on record, as the islands’ diversification strategy bears fruit? Booking.com’s eye-catching Ibiza report, Jet2 launches a new luxury concept direct from Liverpool, rumours of a new nightclub for Palma, IMS lands in Ibiza, the World’s Best Clubs revealed, Richie’s lads have a very good week, and where the Greeks lead - will the Spanish follow?All this and more in TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

The Spanish Prime Minister's wife is in a spot of bother, Ibiza's passport control is under the spotlight as residents face long waits, A new über luxury hotel is opening in Mallorca as the big brands look to take over, the ugly eyesore of Cala den Serra, in the north of Ibiza is finally being demolished but there's a curveball with wings, a new Netflix series will focus on the life of Mallorca's favourite son and TB has a suggestion for the authorities, Ibiza Clubs are preparing for their big opening parties and Real Mallorca are still going strong.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

UK passports are rising in cost yet again, Ibiza unveils plans for a new 5-star hotel but this one promises to be different from the rest. A new ‘Selfie Tour’ of Magaluf is being promoted by the Town Hall, the ‘La Ruta de la Sal’ Yacht Race proves successful once again and theres’ a fun food ‘tour’ happening in Calvia for the next 4 weeks. Ibiza’s new bus system hasn’t been a success story so far and a surprise name has been announced for Amnesia’s 50th birthday celebrations.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Jet2 warns of an APD price hike, Ibiza Senator Juan José Ferrer takes aim at luxury tourism, and the hills of Mallorca have taken on an unfamiliar look. Ibiza enters apartment rental silly season with some eye-watering headlines, there’s MMA in Mallorca and our general sports round-up, while a war of words has broken out at the new venue for Lío Ibiza. There’s also a surprising sighting off the coast of Palma and how do you like your hot cross buns this Easter?All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

The Spanish 'Happiness Index' is out and its no surprise to see the Balearics high on the table, Ibiza's government is offering €850K euros for new projects that will change the islands perception, Article 49 - Brussels is pushing back on the Balearics ruling of not being able to rent apartments, the Repsol Guide spreads Sunshine with their new 'Solete' awards, La Roja - Spains worlds champion footballers - are to take on England's Lionesses in Mallorca in June and Skepta turns up the Ibiza clubbing heat.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Balearic & Portugal bookings surge for easter, Ibiza hotels look to solve the housing crisis with a long overdue shift in policy, Doctors strike, the superyachts have started to arrive which can ony mean that summer is around the corner, Mallorca gets ready for arrivals, clubbing and music news and, RCD Mallorca secure 3 points.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Balearic tourism is shifting. Bookings are rising as travellers explore new destinations, but soaring fuel costs are putting fresh pressure on the islands. Meanwhile, Ibiza’s cruise numbers have taken a dip - raising the question of whether the boom has peaked. We also reveal the 2026 Soft Power Index for Ibiza and Mallorca, with some surprising results. On the sports front, Real Mallorca turn victory into a draw, and in Ibiza there’s progress at last on the city’s new courthouse - though locals will still need to wait around 20 months before it opens.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me hereMessage me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Ibiza’s migration crisis explodes in a youth-centre showdown, Iran war fallout could hit Balearic tourism - and why the Dubai snobbery? Richie unveils his big charity bike ride, Balearic rents surge again, the real story behind non-resident property “ban” headlines, Real Mallorca spring a surprise managerial move while UNVRS stick to the proven formula.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 19 million international tourists in 2025 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

The €100K toilet dividing opinion on the White Isle, could British kids be heading to the Balearics in greater numbers soon? Mallorca Live adds new acts ahead of what’s set to be a BIG weekend, Ibiza’s new bus service might not be glamorous but it’s badly needed, Real Mallorca sack their coach, there’s a major update on Ibiza’s desperate need for public housing and we haven’t forgotten the Parador hotel.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Social media influencers shaping where you holiday and the numbers might surprise you. The Fork drops its Top 100 restaurants in Spain with unexpected Balearic entries. A playground football ban sparks national headlines after a San Antonio council clash. Ibiza has capped car arrivals on ferries and the 2025 numbers are revealed and Frank the Stagman takes aim at San Antonio and Ibiza. once again.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Tourism stats rocket, Jet2 Holidays keeps winning, Calvià chases major honours in a prestige magazine, Ibiza’s Parador delivers a sticker-shock moment, a billion-plus gets pumped into new hotel projects and the average buyer age in the Balearics hits a record high - plus Richie’s football fix and a blockbuster announcement from one of Ibiza’s super clubs. All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Spain’s deadly train crash, Ibiza’s parador finally nears finish, Santa Eulalia goes all-in on family tourism, solar eclipse mania builds for August, Europe’s top stag destinations, Five Guys hits Magaluf, Ibiza unveils new sports complex, Real Mallorca grind out a win, and Superclub Amnesia celebrates its 50th birthday.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Palma’s new paseo marítimo sparks controversy as a famous club issues a shock notice; Ibiza hits record passenger numbers amid sustainability concerns; 10,000 new taxi licences for Mallorca and Ibiza as Uber tightens its grip; San Sebastián celebrations in Palma; Ibiza club updates; DJ Guy Gerber wins the biggest court case of his life; Macclesfield Town reward their FA Cup heroes with a trip to Ibiza; Wayne Lineker thriving; Real Mallorca in trouble and Balearic property prices continue to surge. All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

Happy New Year! Richie kicks things off with a no-holds-barred rant on the great UK airport parking rip-off, while we ask whether a summer flight price war could be on the horizon. On the Beach Holidays unveil a novel new insurance option, Ibiza faces an unexpected migration crisis involving children, and cruise ships are already lining up for August’s much-anticipated solar eclipse. Public housing remains firmly at the top of the agenda, but councils have thrown a curveball to would-be beneficiaries — and Martin rounds things off by plugging his new blog post on the biggest challenges facing Ibiza in 2026.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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.All this and more in TALKING BALEARICSWe are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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? This is TALKING BALEARICS! We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 which is causing confusion for residents. This is TALKING BALEARICS!We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 TALKING BALEARICS! We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/     Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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, TALKING BALEARICS  We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/     Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 as a spokesman makes a startling statement and of course Richie talks football. It's great to be back - this is the TALKING BALEARICS Podcast - direct from the Islands.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/       Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 on the White Isle. Listen to TALKING BALEARICS for all the details.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/       Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 meanwhile the UAE and Balearics forge even closer links & not forgetting Richies football chat. This is TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/       Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 States sailors but will they behave and the Balearic government admit to a tourist tax own goal and finally the shores of Formentera are awash with immigrants arriving on small boats, is there a solution? This is TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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, IBIZA AIRPORT has come up with a shady new recycling initiative, which REAL MALLORCA player is in the doghouse and finally Ibiza's shocking stats when it comes to the most important natural resource on Earth. This is TALKING BALEARICS - your guilty pleasure.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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-brand San Antonio's famous West End. Real Mallorca robbed, there's a TB personal rivalry in local youth football and finally a cheapskate billionaire goes viral after an unimpressive Ibiza spending spree. This is a slightly longer episode of TALKING BALEARICS because it's our 1st BIRTHDAY!We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 dangerous roads? This is TALKING BALEARICS in the rain. We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 Ibiza and a restaurant in Mallorca goes viral when it publishes a massive bill but is it real or fake. Either way this is TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 overcrowded beaches and finally a scam warning that isn't rocket science but still worth a mention. This is TALKING BALEARICS!We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 Mallorca finished last Saturday's match with 9 men and someone is not happy (and let's not mention kick off times) and finally a lawyer who set up a 'fake' taxi website is facing a big fine. This is TALKING BALEARICS!We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 some big astronomy news involving meteors and a solar eclipse make the national headlines. This is an out of this world TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 comes up with a few surprises. This is TALKING BALEARICS! We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 TALKING BALEARICS.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 biscuit and which yacht was fined 200,000 EUR for some atrocious parking off the coast of Formentera. Lots to discuss this week including a Dwayne Nolan no-show on TALKING BALEARICS!We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 exposé on Ibiza ambulances and the Balearics' only representative in the top tier of Spanish football has released their very reasonably priced season tickets prices to much fanfare. This is TALKING BALEARICS!We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 town problems? And a cow in Galicia runs away with a beauty contest. This is TALKING BALEARICS!We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace

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 tennis tournament in Mallorca with a famous face in the crowd & Richie givs an update on his amazing Radiothon running total for charity.We are the only English speaking podcast covering the incredible Balearic Islands which has a thriving expat population and welcomed 15.3 million international tourists in 2024 including almost 4 million UK visitors.'DAD TAXI' BLOG - https://dadtaximallorca.com/RICHIE PRIOR ON INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/dad.taxi/Message me here'MAN IN SAN AN' BLOG' - https://maninsanan.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON SUBSTACK - https://martinmakepeace.substack.com/MARTIN MAKEPEACE ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/martinmakepeace/Original music © Alex Ellenger/Martin Makepeace