Teixits Vicens
Teixits Vicens Mallorca has to be the perfect place to shop and their beautiful store in Pollensa should be up there on your list of essential destinations whilst on holiday. Everyone likes a reminder of Mallorca in their own home and the...
Almond Blossom in Mallorca
Almond Blossom in Mallorca is the season that really gives every visitor the `wow´ factor. Beginning as early as January each year and lasting well into February, this really is a special time. We are all nuts about almonds for...
Bellver Castle
Bellver Castle situated just 3km outside the city, has towered over the city of Palma for over 700 years. Claiming the status as the only circular castle in Spain complete with round towers and a moat, the panoramic views from this...
Your Essential Holiday Guide to Mallorca
This is your Essential Holiday Guide to Mallorca, the ‘Jewel of the Mediterranean’. The praises of this beautiful island have been sung by many writers and travellers but where to stay to best enjoy this little piece of paradise ? ...
Winter in Mallorca
Winter in Mallorca marked by the winter solstice on 21 December is short, and with at least two hours more of daylight, no one here is hibernating. Early January brings the festival of the ‘Three Kings ‘ (on 5th January...
Art in the Tramuntana
These majestic mountains have inspired Art in the Tramuntana for nigh on 200 years. The sheer splendour of the terrain, lofty peaks, dizzying sea cliffs, Mediterranean light and pure tranquility have repeatedly attracted artists to this north west corner of...
The Archduke’s Way
The Archduke’s Way is a challenging but rewarding walk that climbs steeply out of the picturesque village of Valldemossa. Named after Luis Salvador, Archduke of Austria, who first laid eyes on Valldemossa high in the Tramuntana mountain range in 1867 and...
Walking in the Sóller Valley
Walking in the Sóller Valley is a must for walkers of all ages and abilities. Dozens of clearly-signposted walking routes criss-cross the valley taking hikers to the very heart of the Tramuntana scenery. Allow a leisurely 3 hours and this walk will reward...
3 Top Beaches in Mallorca
Beaches in Mallorca are some of the best to be found in the Mediterranean. Ranging from long stretches of golden sand and shallow blue seas to quiet rocky coves with crystal clear waters. High season can be busy with water...
Caves of Drach
The town of Porto Cristo on the east coast of Mallorca boasts an underground treasure, the Caves of Drach, Cuevas del Drach, one of the largest cave systems in Europe. The existence of the caves had been know since the...