The Complete Banyalbufar Travel Guide
On Google, Banyalbufar translates from Catalan to English as “take a bath.” The locals assure me that this is incorrect and that Banyalbufar is an amalgamation of Arabic and Catalan meaning “founded near the sea,” “vineyard by the sea,” or “embedded in the sea.” What is learned from this translation, or lack thereof, is that […]
A Guide to Hiker Hostels Along the Serra de Tramuntana
The GR221 Dry Stone Route is the longest and most iconic hiking trail in Mallorca, covering 170 km across the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range from the Port of Pollença down to Andratx. Along the way, hikers have the chance to see the length of the island through varying terrains and elevations, with some spectacular […]