Cabalgata 2026: When the Three Kings Bring Magic to Palma
The air is charged with excitement, streets glow softly in the festive illumination, and children clutch their parents’ hands just a little tighter. On January 5, Palma pauses. Then, suddenly, it sparkles. While Christmas fades elsewhere, Mallorca saves its biggest moment for last. The Cabalgata 2026, the arrival of the Three Kings, will be loud, emotional, crowded, and absolutely unforgettable. A Night of Anticipation Long before the parade begins, spectators line the streets. Children sit on…
Barcelona – Mallorca: Bridging the Med
Italy has long dreamed of connecting Sicily to the mainland. But now, Spain may beat its Mediterranean neighbor to the punch with an even bolder plan. The governments of the Balearics, Spain, and Catalonia have signed a joint declaration of intent to build a bridge linking Barcelona and Mallorca. An engineering marvel that would span the Balearic Sea. The result? Travel time between the island and the peninsula could be cut by an astonishing 6.5 hours. Yet, despite widespread excitement, one…
Felices Fiestas y Feliz 2026
We wish all our readers sparkling holidays filled with peace, rest and renewal. And a happy and prosperous new year. Merry Christmas!…
Xurreria Rosaleda: Churros, Chocolate, and the Taste of Childhood
Some dishes simply taste better during the colder months. Hot chocolate, for example, especially when enjoyed with an ensaimada or freshly made churros. It’s no surprise that during the Christmas season churros stands pop up everywhere. Yet…
La Industrial: Putting A Smile On Every Face
Children press their noses against the sparkling shop windows. With wide eyes and pure fascination, they study every detail. Classic tin toys glimmer under the lights, instantly making hearts beat faster. Both young ones discovering magic and…
Joan Bennàssar’s Utopia at Castillo San Carlos
Are they longing for something beyond the shimmering horizon, or are they keeping watch? The figures facing the bay of Palma might be guardians of an ancient coastline, or islanders drawn to the great unknown. The gentle tension between the…
Pinchos in Palma: Bar Food at Its Best
Pinchos are small delicacies, artfully arranged on a slice of bread and secured with a wooden skewer. There is a great variety of the popular snack, from traditional to contemporary. Eventually this type of tapas was even named after that…
Puig de Galatzó: Hiking to the Iconic Summit of Southwest Mallorca
In the rugged southwest of Mallorca, Puig de Galatzó rises like a sentinel above forested slopes and shimmering coastlines. At 1,026 meters, it’s the only one-thousander in this corner of the island. And a must for any hiker looking for both a…