When the summer sun beats down on Mallorca and the popular beaches fill up by mid-morning, it’s time to trade crowds for calm. The shaded coastal hike from Banyalbufar to the tranquil fishing village of Port des Canonge is a perfect blend of sea breeze, pine-scented air, and local flavor. Camí de Sa Volta des General winds gently along through pine forests. Some of them leaning toward the sea, their resinous scent mixing with the salty air. As you walk, the cliffs occasionally open up to reveal…
Castell del Rei: Hiking Vall de Ternelles
Castell del Rei, the King’s Castle, is one of the three remaining rock castles on Mallorca. Few people know about this imposing structure near Pollença. For one thing, it is perfectly camouflaged. Another reason is that it is privately owned and a protected area for the rare monk vulture. And so the path that leads through the Vall de Ternelles is still an insider tip. Guided Tours Equipped with binoculars and a bit of luck you may spot the emblematic bird with its wide wings circling in the…