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Palma’s Old Town is a very desirable and sought after area to live in. Here you can find everything from top-renovated palaces with modern amenities to cozy small apartments with roof terraces overlooking Palma’s magnificent Cathedral La Seu. The central location with proximity to the lively city life attracts many, but also the proximity to the sea and Palma’s harbor and the promenade. In the Old Town there are world-class restaurants, five-star hotels and inviting courtyards reminiscent of bygone times. But here you can also find hidden gems in the form of small charming shops, bars and alleys. The Old Town of Palma is actually one of the best preserved historic centers in Europe with architectural and cultural wonders. And best of all is that it is the perfect size […]
November is an ideal time for hiking in Mallorca. Mallorca offers you the most beautiful paths and routes in the Serra de Tramuntana mountain and in the Serra de Llevant mountains. Below you can find some of our suggestions for hiking in Mallorca. Puig de Maria The route to the Puig de Maria offers you amazing panoramic views. The route is just over 2km from Pollença. After around a 45-minute walk you can reach the Hostel ‘Santuari de la Mare de Déu del Puig’ where you can get some lunch and a drink or you can spend all night in the hostel. The Archduke’s Trail The Archduke’s Trail starts from Valldemossa and it’s called the Archduke trail because the Archduke Luis Salvador built the paths reaching nearly 1000m high in […]
Centrally located, El Camp d’en Serralta is one of the up-and-coming areas of Palma that is gaining in popularity. The location between Santa Catalina, Jaime III and Son Dameto is excellent for those looking for a property close to everything but without being in the middle of the action. Here you also have the opportunity to find an apartment at a significantly better price than in the nearby Santa Catalina and Jaime III areas. The neighborhood, which originally consisted of workers’ housing for the textile industry during the 19th century, has evolved from consisting mostly of low-rise single-family homes to a central district with a charming mix of hip hotels, restaurants and apartments. It is just a 5-10 minute walk to the vibrant Santa Catalina and it has an abundance […]
The team at Mallorcaresidencia works out in different settings and places. Here the team talks about their workouts and the benefits of each one. There is something for everyone, whether you live in Palma, Soller or in the centre of the island. Our agent Charlotte prefers to workout in small group of only women, Sedat Senoglu, our IT-manager lives in Palma and prefers to work out there. Our Digital Product & It Manager Sedat’s tips Finestbox Finestbox is located on the second floor of Son Moix Shopping Centre where you have a great view of Tramuntana Mountains. If you live in the city or around, Finestbox is the right place for your training routine. It is founded by Jaime and has a great selection of Mallorcan personal trainers. […]
October is the month of the beer and at Mallorcaresidencia we love beer! Oktoberfest will be celebrated in several places on the island, the biggest event is held at Son Amar where you can enjoy German gastronomy and a large selection of German beers. It starts on September 30th until October 16th. Remember to pre-book here! In Peguera, another version of Oktoberfest will be held at the clubhouse of the Tennis Academy with German food, beer and performances by German artists. The event starts on September 24th until October 16th. The craft beer and microbrewery trend is well established in Mallorca and you can find excellent beers made here on the island as well as a wide range of craft beers from around the world. In this blog we mention […]
Mallorca is a popular destination for families with children, and even though the beach and the hotel pool are perhaps what are most appreciated by the children, there is so much more to experience and discover. We at Mallorcaresidencia have made a selection of our favorite activities for children and the whole family. Dinosaurland Dinosaurland is a newly opened dinosaur park located between Manacor and Porto Cristo. Here you can see more than 100 specimens of dinosaurs in their real size. The biggest dino of them all, the Titanosaurus impresses with its size. The park offers a short show that is guaranteed to offer a good laugh, an activity area with, among other things, an excavation with the remains of “dinosaur skeletons” that make the children feel like real paleontologists […]
Gin is a fresh and great companion for the hot summer evenings & nights. Our lovely Island Mallorca offers us a wide variety of Gins, mostly with a exceptionals citrus aromas. Below you can find a selection of our favourite Gins which have been distilled in Mallorca. Palma Gin & Palma Spiced Gin från Mallorca Distillery Palma Gin has been delicately and organically handcrafted by Mallorca Distillery with a passion for the Island Mallorca. Palma Gin has been distilled with locally foraged wild flowers and fresh citrus fruit and has a fresh taste. Palma Spiced Gin has been aged in Mallorcan oak barrels which previously stored wine from the local Manto Negro grapes in Binissalem. It is a sweet spiced gin with vanilla & cinnamon touches. Gin Eva […]
Horseback riding in the midst of stunning landscapes is an experience like no other. Mallorca is full of lovely areas that are able to be visited on a horseback ride, there are some great equestrian centres that offer this to you, giving a fantastic impression of the island. Our island provides us with over 20 different equestrian centres giving an option of galloping along the beach, free landscapes or around the beautiful Tramuntana mountains! If you’ve never ridden before, beginner treks are what you are looking for. You can start by visiting stables and get closer to the horses and ponies before being introduced to the basics of horseback riding. Either sitting in a saddle or in a carriage you will travel to a number of cultural and traditional locations […]
Do you want to discover new places and have seen all that Mallorca has to offer? Take a day trip to the small island of Cabrera or stay overnight and enjoy the tranquility. The uninhabited island of Cabrera is located about 15 km from Colonia de Sant Jordi in southern Mallorca and the boat ride takes about 40 minutes. There are several boat companies including Marcabrera which starts from Colonia San Jordi and an excursion of 6 hours costs about 50 euros. If you want to go there with your own boat, you have to ask for a permit to navigate there. The archipelago consists of 18 islands and you can enjoy the beautiful nature untouched by developments and tourism, a great variety of plants and species and last […]
Previously we covered the ports in the southeast and southwest of Mallorca, the turn has now come to the beautiful and very popular Ports in the northern part of the island. Mallorca’s fantastic climate invites many to come and enjoy the water in all its forms, may it be beaches, sailing and yachting or watersports. The island is a heaven for boat enthusiasts, regardless if you have a boat or not, there are ways to still enjoy Mallorca’s beautiful natural bays, the stunning sandy beaches and the impressive rocky coastlines. There are many marinas that make for the perfect place to drop anchor and explore. They are well worth a visit for the beautiful views, pleasant atmosphere, excellent restaurants and shopping. Port de Sóller Port de Sóller and Sóller […]