In a nutshell
The shakers, beaters and bearers of huge nets are out in the fields for the annual autumn almond harvest. Emblematic of Mallorca, four million almond trees blanket the island with white and pink blooms in late January into February signalling the...
DINS Santi Taura
Chef Santi Taura had a passion for food and cooking from an early age. After completing his training, he worked across the island in hotels and restaurants before opening his own hugely popular restaurant in Lloseta in 2003. But the...
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...
5 Things to Pack for Spring in Mallorca
Spring has sprung in Mallorca ! The almond trees have blossomed and the days are getting longer and warmer. Its time to pack ! As the season changes from Winter to Spring, you can expect a little variable weather and...
5 Best Breakfast Views in Palma
The 5 Best Breakfast views in Palma are had from elevated terraces in a selection of hotels overlooking the magnificent Bay. With sunlight glittering on the water and that special light of a Mediterranean morning, breakfasting on one of these...
Es Firó Sóller
Everyone likes a party and Es Firó in Sóller is the noisiest of them all ! Three days of history and pageantry played out in the colourful re-enactment of the invasion by Turkish and Algerian pirates of Sóller and their successful...
Mercat de l’Olivar Tour
While away a few hours in Palma at the central Mercat de l’Olivar. Better still take a tour with Albert Bouzas of Mallorca Cultural Tours who is the the perfect host and a font of knowledge. His depth of knowledge takes his...
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...
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...
Majorcan Almond Cake
So – hands up – who doesn’t like a bit of cake ? Add a nice café latte or cup of tea to a slice of Majorcan almond cake and it’s a match made in heaven! Across the island of...