Hotel Review: Glória De Sant Jaume—Culture Meets Hospitality
This review originally appeared in the inaugural issue of Mallorqueta magazine. You can read the magazine online, download a digital copy, or order a print copy—all for free—here. Where Are We? We had walked into the wrong hotel and were greeted with a sour smell, dull colors, and bad lighting. My heart sank, as when […]
Best Hotels For Families In Palma De Mallorca—Updated 2024
Palma de Mallorca welcomes travelers of all sorts to soak in its history, explore the island’s sunny beaches and calas, and immerse themselves in the Mallorcan culture while blending adventure with relaxation. The Balearic capital is full of gorgeous hotels tucked away in its historical center and looking over the sea, offering a wide variety […]
The Complete Porto Cristo Travel Guide
Nestled along Mallorca’s eastern shores lies Porto Cristo, a quaint fishing village embraced by a natural harbor. For those seeking a serene, family-friendly getaway filled with an array of activities, look no further. During the summer months, this charming portside town is packed full of lively restaurants and bars with both international and local cuisine. […]
The Complete Santanyí Travel Guide
Santanyí is a charming, rustic village located in the southeast of Mallorca that dates back to at least the 1300s. It is a picturesque, golden town full of Mallorcan charm. Best of all, it’s a prime location to reach many of the island’s best beaches. It’s the hub of the southeastern part of the island […]
The Complete Artà Travel Guide
If you want to embrace slow and mindful travel, come to Artà. Artà is a small, residential pueblo in the northeast of the island that has largely escaped tourist development. It’s a traditional and historic town that has the distinction of being the first in the Balearics to be certified a Cittaslow municipality, meaning that […]
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 […]