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Wanderlust: Sa Tenda

October 19, 2019October 17, 2019

A real hike needs a bit of preparation. For those hiking on Mallorca a tour often starts at Sa Tenda. Jaume Vives Ferragut moved his store from Port de Pollença to Palma five years ago. But the outdoor enthusiast and mountaineer has been into climbing, trekking and hiking all his life. And he loves to share his passion and experience with his customers. So Sa Tenda not only offers a carefully selected choice of brands but also personal guidance and advice when it comes to completing your…

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On the lookout: Penya des Migdia

October 3, 2019October 4, 2019

The way up the Penya des Migdia starts as an easy hike. Shaded by trees and the mountain itself you gain altitude in no time. Nevertheless I stop every other minute to enjoy the breathtaking views. Mesmerized by the numerous shades of Mediterranean blue below the steep cliffs at my feet. Gazing up the eroded rock wall that is towering above the trail. Or searching the horizon for Cap Formentor or Menorca in the distance. For me, the Penya des Migdia on the Victòria peninsula is one of the most…

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Rock’n Roll: Torrent de Pareis

June 23, 2019June 23, 2019

Right foot, left foot, turn around, left hand, right hand, bend forward and spiral down. If you know your movements, it’s not that difficult but every obstacle needs a different choreography. Sometimes the way down the Torrent de Pareis seems…

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The painter’s path: Deià to Llucalcari

May 24, 2019August 7, 2019

Many people think of long sandy beaches when they come to Mallorca. No doubt about that. But there is something I love just as much: a hike along the mountainous coastline. With an endless blue sea, wild ragged cliffs and the spicy scent of the…

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Spring to life: Happy Easter!

April 21, 2019April 21, 2019

I wake up to the light of a new day and get up early. The previous nights have been filled with solemn music and the flickering shadows of the Easter processions. The traditional parades mark the end of the Holy Week. And Easter is the symbol…

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Fifty shades of green: Costa Rica

March 27, 2019March 28, 2019

Pura vida. For me this is not only one of the nicest ways to greet or thank each other. The two words also stand for the Costa Rica state of mind. The small country in Central America got its name for a reason. The beauty and abundance of…

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Free falling: Es Salt d’es Freu

March 9, 2019February 27, 2019

On my cycling trips to Orient I had often wondered about the many cars parked along the road down from Coll d’Honor. But I only learned about the marvellous waterfalls of Es Salt d’es Freu in my interview with Joan Aguiló. There are no rivers…

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Sleeping beauty: Winter on Mallorca

February 9, 2019February 12, 2019

February on Mallorca is always a miracle to me. The air is still crisp, the sky deep blue and the silhouette of the Tramuntana clear cut on the horizon. The Mediterranean sea that has been rough from the Northern winds is reflecting the low sun…