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 illuminate the Aljub de la Misericòrdia. What feels like a secular cathedral actually used to be a water reservoir. For a long time, almost nobody knew about this hidden gem in the heart of Palma. And until today, a year after the thorough renovation and opening…
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 tables in front of the old wine barrels. The rustic feel and typical Mallorcan food make Celler Sa Premsa a restaurant that has remained popular for decades. Many visitors are regulars who come for their favorite dishes. Spinach croquettes with pine nuts…
Tolo Salleras: Mallorca in the 20th Century
Sean Connery and Gina Lollobrigida on Mallorca? Sounds a lot like the 60s. Indeed, the filming of a British crime thriller brought these international movie stars to the island. And they were by no means the only celebrities on Mallorca. Some…
Olives on Mallorca: Tree of Life
Wandering along olive groves you may spot strange creatures. The face of a sheep or bear, maybe, even an elephant with a long trunk. Intertwined lovers and dancers who seem to be frozen in mid-spin, as if in a fairy tale. It’s World Olive Day…
Pastorets Mallorquins: Christmas Figurines
It’s time again. Christmas Markets are about to open on the island. Golden lights will illuminate a magic scenery, full of beautiful handicrafts. In addition to the classic nativity figures there is a whole world of small figurines that embody…
S’Estaca: Hiking in the Footsteps of Michael Douglas
The summer houses of S’Estaca are a popular destination during vacations. But the magic perhaps unfolds even more out of season when the hamlet has fallen into hibernation. A beautiful hike leads off the beaten track along the coast, offering…
Jaume Plensa in Palma: Mirall
The former maritime trade exchange is a monument in itself. Today, La Lonja also regularly houses extraordinary exhibitions. The recent highlight is an exhibition by Jaume Plensa in Palma called Mirall. Showing two stainless steel sculptures…
Federal Café: Urban Eatery in Pere Garau
The new urban eatery juts out onto Plaça de les Columnes like the bow of a ship. To both sides people are sitting in the open windows, dangling their feet. In no time Federal Café became popular among travelers and local coffee lovers in Pere…