Santa Catalina Market and Neighbourhood
When in Palma, make sure you take the time to visit the old fishermen’s quarter, Santa Catalina, named after Mallorca’s patron saint, Santa Catalina Tomás. This delightful artistic and boho neighbourhood has retained its character and still has a close-knit...
Lluc Monastery
On a warm August night each year, some 10,000 people set off from Plaza Güell in Palma to walk the 50 km to Lluc Monastery, also known as Santuari de Lluc , on a moonlight pilgrimage known as ‘Des Güell...
Walking in the Sóller Valley
Walking in the Sóller Valley is a must for walkers of all ages and abilities. Dozens of clearly-signposted walking routes criss-cross the valley taking hikers to the very heart of the Tramuntana scenery. Allow a leisurely 3 hours and this walk will reward...
Bellver Castle
Bellver Castle, located just 3km outside the city, has towered over the city of Palma for over 700 years. Claiming the status as the only circular castle in Spain complete with round towers and a moat, the panoramic views from...
Palma International Boat Show
Whether you’re a yachting aficionado or just fancy rubbing shoulders with the sailing fraternity, then the Palma International Boat Show is for you. To book a luxury hotel in Palma for the show, have look at our Hotel Offers....
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...
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...
Palma Cathedral Light Show
Palma Cathedral Light Show takes place at the magnificent Cathedral de Santa Maria, more commonly known as ‘La Seu’ and is Palma’s star turn. Begun by King James I of Aragon in 1230 in thanksgiving for the conquest of Mallorca...
Bike hire in Palma
Bike hire in Palma is easy. Mallorca is widely regarded as a cyclist’s paradise and with good reason. Many of the world’s top professional cycling teams hold training camps here through the cooler months and the roads have been described...
Winter in Mallorca
Winter in Mallorca, marked by the winter solstice on 21 December, is short and with at least two hours more of daylight than Northern Europe, no one here is hibernating. Early January brings the festival of the ‘Three Kings ‘...