Mallorca – aiming to be a global leader in sustainable tourism
Mallorca has been attracting visitors from Europe and further afield for decades not just for its warm climate and stunning beaches but also for its history and culture and, in more recent years, to savour its award winning cuisine, walking...
Marc Fosh
Born in the garden of England, the county of Kent, Chef Marc Fosh arrived in Mallorca some 20 years ago bringing with him years of experience in London, France and the San Sebastian region of Spain. Gaining first a Michelin-star...
Fiesta of Saint Bartholomew – Sóller
The Fiesta of Saint Bartholomew in Sóller is about Fire and Art. Its August and it’s hot! On the third Friday in August eight days of fiesta begin to celebrate its patron, Saint Bartholomew, to whom the iconic church which dominates...
Majorcan Almond Cake
So hands up who does not like a bit of cake ? Add a nice cafe latte or cup of tea to a slice of Majorcan almond cake and it´s a match made in heaven! Across the island of Majorca almonds...
Cuit Restaurant
One of the stars of the Palma dining scene, Cuit Restaurant, offers both excellent Mallorcuisine as well as spectacular views across the city’s skyline and should be on everyone’s dining list when visiting Mallorca. Located in the Nakar Hotel on...
Why Mallorca is the perfect midwinter getaway
Visiting the Balearic island off-season reveals the island’s quieter side, perfect for a balanced break of fitness and indulgence By Will Hide. ‘There are fewer tourists. It’s warm enough for short sleeves, the roads are empty and island life returns...
Anna Nicholas
Anna Nicholas is the most prolific British author writing about Mallorca today. Author of a popular series of six Mallorcan travel titles with 70,000+ copies sold, the seventh Peacocks in Paradise, was published in June 2021. Her writing is observational, gives...
The Changing of the Guard
The Changing of the Guard in Palma, Mallorca is a spectacle. Taking place on the last Saturday of each month at noon (19.30pm during summer months ) it dates back to 1808 when guards at the Almudaina Palace opposite Palma Cathedral,...
Ca´n Pintxo
Question : How do you go from flying a Boeing 737 to running restaurant Ca’n Pintxo in Sóller in the heart of the Tramuntana mountains ? Answer : Ask the owner of the delightful Ca’n Pintxo in Sóller, Alvaro Vicens...
Weather in Mallorca
The weather in Mallorca is the most asked about topic on Google and a question I am asked about often ! In general the Mallorca climate is usually 10 degrees warmer year round than most Northern European countries and often much...