The Complete Binissalem Travel Guide
Imbibe in Binissalem. It is a culture unto itself. Drink it in. It’s the Matryoshka doll of history and culture. It is Spanish; it is Mallorcan; it is Binissalem. It is Talaiotic, Roman, and Moorish. It was once the very heart of European wine production. It is now at the heart of Mallorca’s wine production […]
The Complete Deià Travel Guide
Where rugged, limestone mountains roll through terraced olive groves and fall into the sea sits a tiny village clinging to the cliffsides. “Deià is perhaps the most beautiful place in the world,” said one friend. “This is really special,” said another. Robert Graves – the late prolific author and longtime Deià resident – professed that […]
The Complete Valldemossa Travel Guide
UNESCO declared the Serra de Tramuntana Mountain Range a world heritage site in 2011. The massif, stretching from the west to east coast across northern Mallorca, is a confluence of natural and cultural significance. To understand why, take a trip to Valldemossa. Former Valldemossa resident and composer Frédéric Chopin called Valldemossa “the most beautiful place […]
The Complete Palma de Mallorca Travel Guide
With over 2,000 years of history and nearly half the population of the island, Palma is the cultural and economic hub of Mallorca. If you’re visiting Mallorca, you’ll inevitably pass through the city’s airport or port and likely pass some of its impressive sights like the looming La Seu Gothic Cathedral or Bellver Castle. If […]
The Best Boutique Hotels and Fincas in Mallorca
It’s hard to put into words the magic that Mallorca holds. To me, it’s a place where every experience feels like stepping into a storybook. And when it comes to choosing a place to stay, there’s no shortage of options that fit that fairytale. From rustic fincas nestled in the countryside to charming boutique hotels […]
The Complete Sóller Travel Guide
Right in the heart of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains, Sóller is one of the most popular destinations in Mallorca due to its natural beauty and rustic atmosphere. With a population of around 14,000, the town maintains a quaint charm while still providing enough amenities for extended visits. Along with traditional Mallorcan architecture, Sóller is […]
The Complete Guide to Mallorcan Wine
Drinking wine in Mallorca, like drinking wine around the world, is highly enjoyable because it is an intoxicating experience that connects the people to the environment that surrounds them. Since the environment of Mallorca is exceptional, what follows is an exceptional wine drinking experience. For thousands of years, writers have referred readers to Balearic and […]
Where is Mallorca? A Guide to the Mediterranean Gem
Mallorca, also known as Majorca, is a famous island in the Mediterranean Sea off the east coast of Spain. With stunning beaches and easy access to the rest of Europe, it has become the tourist capital of the continent, arguably the world. Nevertheless, it’s less known to Americans, who are often unsure of where Mallorca […]
The Complete Port De Sóller Travel Guide
Port de Sóller is a stunning bayside town easily accessed from Palma. Due to its breezy accessibility, the port hums with life in the warmest months of the year. Its crescent shaped beach is bordered by a promenade and lined with restaurants, bars and ice cream shops. The bay sits low below the steep Serra […]
The Best Boutique Hotels in Palma de Mallorca in 2023
The list of hotels to choose from in Mallorca is nearly never ending. However, most of them are generic white buildings with a pool and standard double rooms. If you want a bit more authentic experience that gives you a taste of real Mallorcan culture, you should stay in one of the many boutique hotels. […]