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Following the three day Palma International Yachting Forum, organisers have many extracurricular activities planned.

Provisional 2011 data shows air traffic for Palma at 22,726,459 passengers, a 7.6% increase on 2010. With Mallorca on a high, Palma this month launched a public-private “Palma 365” campaign to encourage year-round tourism to this Balearic city.

With passenger stats for 2011 (22,063,288) already outstripping those of 2010 (21,117,270), Palma de Mallorca has received more good news courtesy of Ryanair. The no-frills carrier is to set up a new base at the Balearic Airport in March 2012.

Spain’s Institute of Tourism Studies (IET) has recently revealed that almost one fifth of the 32.2 million passengers who chose to fly to Spain with low-cost airlines between January and October this year landed in Mallorca’s capital - Palma.

With new offices in Mallorca’s Port Andratx and Santa Ponsa as well as across in Ibiza Town, Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty has installed heavyweight Sales Director Regan Berger to take on a key role in the Company’s rapid expansion.

As the Royal British Legion prepares for its 90th anniversary in November, Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty is honoured to offer its sponsorship to the annual Poppy Ball which takes place in the City of London on anniversary eve.

Final figures will show that in the region of 37,000 visitors attended the 30th edition of the Palma International Boat Show which came to a close yesterday, Sunday 5 May. Amongst them was the King’s only son, Crown Prince Felipe.

Four companies are going to try and steal a slice of the limelight from the superyachts, sailing and motor boats at May’s Palma International Boat Show. Hulltimo Smart, oc3an.com, WaveJet and a rare Mercedes 300SLR will all be making their debuts.

The six yachting businesses behind the Balearic Yacht Brokers Association have divulged their pick of the superyacht bunch for the Superyacht Brokerage and Charter Show at the 30th edition of Mallorca’s Palma International Boat Show 1 to 5 May.

With the curtain is raised on 1 May, at this year’s Palma International Boat Show Princess Motor Yacht Sales will be showcasing seven models whilst Oyster Marine will have its stunning 100ft superyacht “Penelope” on display – a rare treat.

Following the three day Palma International Yachting Forum, organisers have many extracurricular activities planned.

Due to overwhelming demand, the inaugural Palma Superyacht Brokerage and Charter Show has been forced to increase its area.

With the 2012 event conspicuous by its absence, the pressure is on to deliver a sensational 30th edition of the Palma International Boat Show.

With May fast approaching, organisers of the Palma International Yachting Forum can now reveal their line-up of chairpersons, specialist contributors and plenary session adjudicators.

Mindful of the fact that the yachting industry is far from a nine-to-five desk job, organisers of the Palma International Yachting Forum have created a mobile app which is designed to run alongside the event’s comprehensive website.

With the Palma International Boat Show sadly (wisely?) called-off in 2012 due to a lack of interest from exhibitors, and a similar lack of Government funding, the Balearic Island intends to come back with a bang in 2013.

This May Ryanair commenced six new routes from Palma de Mallorca Airport including Cologne, Rome Ciampino, Porto, Malmo and Smaland Sweden and Groningen in the Netherlands. Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty believes this makes perfect sense.

Whilst the “party” may be over in some parts of Spain with dipping house prices, a rise in the cost of living and an unfavourable exchange rate forcing many expat Brits to return to the UK, in Mallorca the British population just keeps growing.

Mid April saw the pound hit a 19 month high against the euro. This is good news for overseas property buyers but Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty urges clients to purchase without delay as Property Transfer Tax is to increase from 1 May.

Having polled its staff and analysed recent web traffic, Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty is able to reveal its “Top 20” homes. It takes something special to really shine in this portfolio so we explain what and how they made the Top 20.

Luxury hotel chain Jumeirah has hand-picked Mallorca for its first foray into Spain. Officially opening in Port Soller on 13 March 2012, local estate agent Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty believes Jumeirah has made an excellent choice.

Provisional 2011 data shows air traffic for Palma at 22,726,459 passengers, a 7.6% increase on 2010. With Mallorca on a high, Palma this month launched a public-private “Palma 365” campaign to encourage year-round tourism to this Balearic city.

With passenger stats for 2011 (22,063,288) already outstripping those of 2010 (21,117,270), Palma de Mallorca has received more good news courtesy of Ryanair. The no-frills carrier is to set up a new base at the Balearic Airport in March 2012.

Spain’s Institute of Tourism Studies (IET) has recently revealed that almost one fifth of the 32.2 million passengers who chose to fly to Spain with low-cost airlines between January and October this year landed in Mallorca’s capital - Palma.

With new offices in Mallorca’s Port Andratx and Santa Ponsa as well as across in Ibiza Town, Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty has installed heavyweight Sales Director Regan Berger to take on a key role in the Company’s rapid expansion.

Stephen Dight, Managing Director of Mallorca Sotheby's International Realty, reflects on 2011 and looks forward to 2012:

As the Royal British Legion prepares for its 90th anniversary in November, Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty is honoured to offer its sponsorship to the annual Poppy Ball which takes place in the City of London on anniversary eve.

Exclusive estate agent Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty has noted a widening price gap between first line sea view homes and the countryside equivalent. Requests for Mediterranean-front property outweigh inland by a huge five to one ratio.

Latest Government and TINSA (valuation consultancy) figures for June 2011 clearly show the Balearics faring better than mainland Spain. Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty explains the Island’s resilience.

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In the short time since its opening, Taylor Morrison’s Palma Sola Trace has become one of northwest Bradenton’s most popular maintenance-free communities.

July sees the 25th anniversary of one of Mallorca’s most prestigious marinas, Puerto Portals. Standing shoulder-to-shoulder with its notable Mediterranean counterparts, Puerto Portals has been key to putting the Balearic Island on the yachting map.

June saw the resumption of direct twice-weekly flights between Moscow and Spain’s Palma de Mallorca. This S7 Airlines service is set to be popular amongst the many Russians who enjoy holidaying and chartering yachts on this Balearic Island.

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In an attempt to outline the region’s entrepreneurial businesses, the international AllWord Network ranked Palma amongst the 30 fastest growing Jordanian companies.

Cap Rocat, Mallorca re-opens for the 2011 season in April following a sell-out debut

New holidays , travel and local business directory featuring hotels, tourist guides, classified listings and much more in all areas on the island. The site also allows free registration for local business owners to advertise their business for free.

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