La Jove Plàstica at Casal Solleric: The Renewal of the Arts in Mallorca
A striking, energetic moment in Mallorca’s art history is on view right now at Casal Solleric in Palma. „The Gratuitousness Is an Aggression“ invites you into a vivid narrative of artistic reinvention. More than 130 works trace the daring visual explorations of La Jove Plàstica, a generation that reshaped the island’s creative identity in the late 20th century. From bold conceptual pieces to expressive experimentation, this exhibition pulses with the drive to break conventions. The show offers…
Sant Antoni on Mallorca: Fire, Fur and Folklore
Palma heats up January with Sant Sebastià, the city’s patron saint. When demons roam the streets, bonfires light up the nights, and concert stages spring up between Gothic facades. At around the same time though, Sant Antoni takes over in the villages and other towns on the island. With individual festivals that are not only an important annual event for the locals but also a piece of their identity. Because every village celebrates in its own unique way. The Patron Saint of Animals Sant…
Sant Sebastià 2026: The Dragon Has Awakened
++++ Palma cancelled all celebrations on January 19 and 20 out of grief and solidarity with the victims of the serious train accident in Córdoba. ++++ Not even the icy wind sweeping across Plaça Cort this morning could cool the excitement…
Hiking on Mallorca in Winter: Quiet Trails, Clear Light, Wild Views
Winter changes the rhythm of the island. The days are shorter, the sun rises slowly behind the Tramuntana, and the air feels sharper, cleaner. Hiking on Mallorca in winter is different from any other season. And that is precisely its charm…
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…
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…
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…