Can Joan de s’Aigo: Hot Chocolate
Neighbors meet for a coffee, young couples for a date, and families get together with their kids. Even travelers find their way to do as the locals do. And dip an ensaimada into a cup of hot chocolate. Or indulge in a piece of almond cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The history of Can Joan de s’Aigo started with ice, and sorbets are going strong to this day. On a Saturday afternoon, regulars are often queuing for takeaway ice cream or a couple of ensaimadas that they carry home in big…
The Holy Kings on Mallorca: Cabalgata 2025
On Mallorca, the highlight of Christmas is still to come. The children in particular are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the Three Wise Men. Just as they brought gifts to the newborn according to the Bible, they now bring presents for the children on Epiphany. The evening before, the Holy Kings arrive by boat at the old port of Palma, joyfully greeted by a crowd of spectators. The Cabalgata in La Ciudad is the biggest, but there are similar parades in many towns and villages on Mallorca…
Mallorca World: Theme Park Megadeal
The year ends with a bang. Mallorca is supposed to be turned into a theme park. And not just any theme park, actually. In a press conference the Balearic government announced that they have signed a memorandum of understanding with a leading US…
Silent Night: Merry X-Mas and a Happy New Year
This year has been an emotional roller coaster. Now is the time to wind down, reflect, and recharge your batteries. Joy, hope and disappointment have been taking turns but even in the face of disaster there was overwhelming helpfulness and…
Museu d’Art Sacre: The Power of Image
Once there was a fierce dragon that lived in the maze of narrow streets behind the cathedral in Palma. It only attacked at night, terrifying the entire neighborhood. Finally, a brave knight managed to kill it with a determined stroke of his…
Tossals Verds: Over Rough and Smooth
The tour around Puig de Tossals Verds makes every hiker’s heart beat faster. After a short climb, the first part of the route descends along the edge of a deep gorge with breathtaking views. Surefootedness is a must here, although a…
Aljub de la Misericòrdia: Palma’s Hidden Gem
Step by step a tunnel leads you down into a world of its own. Dark at first until the eyes had time to adjust. In the meantime you sense the humidity of the former cistern. While an ethereal sound fills the space, blue and white lights…
Celler Sa Premsa: Mallorca Kitchen
Places like this have become rare, even on the island. Families and groups of friends crowd in the high-ceilinged room with its faded posters. At the same time couples meet on a first date while elder guests reminisce at one of the smaller…