About this episode

The episode discusses various issues in Ibiza and Mallorca, including political troubles, luxury hotel openings, and local entertainment news.

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 bi...

People in this episode

Host: Martin Makepeace

Topics covered

• politics
• travel
• luxury hotels
• demolition
• entertainment
• Ibiza clubs

Keywords

• Spanish Prime Minister's wife
• Ibiza passport control
• luxury hotels Mallorca
• Cala den Serra demolition
• Rafa Nadal Netflix series
• Ibiza club openings

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Netflix series

Places: Ibiza, Mallorca, Cala den Serra

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