Cycling Cafes in Mallorca

Rapha Mallorca

Plaça del Rosari 1



Rapha Mallorca is located in the heart of the charming old town of Palma. It  offers a wide selection of Rapha products and serves fine food and drink. Visitors to Rapha Mallorca can expect a packed agenda of rides, special events, and live race coverage. Organised group rides roll out from Rapha Clubhouses every week. Whether you’re a local rider or just passing through, enjoy a social spin with us.

 

Café du Cycliste

 Plaça del Rosarí 5

Café du Cycliste is located in Palma’s Plaça del Rosary. In the shop&cafe you can find full collection for both men and women, encompassing performance road apparel, outdoor pieces and a wide range of accessories. They also serve coffee in a nice environment. They also organise regular rides from the store, for locals and visitors alike.

 

Cycling Planet

Avenida Constitució 26 (Alaró)

Cycling Planet is located in Alaro. It is opened since 2012 and has been designed as a bike shop for cycling enthusiasts.  Its bar offers a full range of refreshments and exquisite coffee from “Cafes Bays”. In the menu you can find the best local ingredients. Using reclaimed materials from the island they have created a relaxed and cozy place with charm and warmth.

 

Sa Ruta Verda

62 Nuestra Senora Virgen del Lluc (Caimari)

Sa Ruta Verda is located in  the small scenic village of Caimari-the last stop before the mighty Tramuntanas and the legendary Coll de Sa Batalla.It has a beautiful courtyard and specialise in healthy grub and original T-shirts,vintage gear etc.. It has also unique and healthy cycling cafe in Caimari with vegan and gluten free options, artisanal juices, home made energy bars and cycling stuff.

 

Sedat Senoglu

IT & Digital Marketing @ Mallorcaresidencia

Traditional shops in the Old Town

In the narrow alleys of Palma’s Old Town you will find a large selection of shops of all kinds. Some change owners on a regular basis and others are classics that have been around for generations. We tip about the latter, traditional stores with a classic selection that never goes out of time.

 

La Industrial
C/ Pas de Quint 8

On one of the narrow streets between Jaime III and San Miguel we find this toy store that has been around since 1929. Anyone looking for traditional toys has plenty to choose from here. Dolls, trains, cars, puzzles, and games are sold here, among other things, but nothing electronic. The store owners Neus and Concepció adhere to their parents’ strict rules that no electronic toy will ever be sold here.

 

La Pajarita
C/ Sant Nicolau 2

La Pajarita was founded in 1872 and was the first store in Mallorca to sell coffee and Moet Chandon. The shop, which is really worth a visit solely to admire the decoration, sells delicious chocolate, turrón, champagne and cold cuts.


Mimbrería Vidal
C/ Cordería 13

The store, founded in 1955, adheres to its traditional style and has become something of a symbol in Palma. Here you can buy traditional products of natural fibers, baskets, bags, carpets, furniture, hats and much more. The store is filled from the floor to the ceiling with products that are all made in Mallorca or Andalucia.

 

Alpargatería La Concepción
C/ Concepció 17

This is one of the most famous shops in Palma to buy alpargatas, menorquinas and other shoes. A must for the summers in Mallorca!

 

Colmado Santo Domingo
C/ de Sant Domingo 1

The Colmado Santo Domingo store is considered to be one of the most traditional stores in the Old Town. Here you can buy typical products from Mallorca, ranging from tomatoes to sobrasada and other gourmet products from Mallorca.

 

 

Johanna Andersson

Team Assistant @ Mallorcaresidencia

Swedish art in Andratx

Swedish artist Joakim Eneroth shows his project which goes under the title Whispering Void from September 20 to March 1 next year at CCA Andratx. This is a unique opportunity to experience the work of the internationally established artist in the first person. Eneroth has his works exhibited at the Tate Modern in London, the Brooklyn Museum of Art in New York, MEP in Paris, and Moderna Museet in Stockholm.

In Whispering Void, Eneroth explores layers and patterns in the human mind in three series of works. The first part analyzes the theme from an oriental philosophical point of view, the second part explores the same subject from a Western psychological perspective in combination with a contemporary neuroscientific strategy. The third and final part examines the differences between these two points of view.

 

This inner exploration has led Eneroth to develop new techniques such as floating sculptures and three-dimensional hologram photographs that all show movements and changes of the transparent mind.

 

Johanna Andersson

Team Assistant @ Mallorcaresidencia

 

Seaside suburb of El Molinar

El Molinar is a former agricultural and fishing village by the Mediterranean which is now an area filled with local restaurants, small cafes, sandy beaches and a charming harbour. If you want to eat out but not be in the centre of Palma, but at the same time not drive too far, or maybe even walk, then we can really recommend you to go to El Molinar with its large selection of restaurants. Some of the restaurants we can recommend in the area are Mola Molinar, Restaurante Club Maritimo Molinar and Ola del Mar.

  • Mola Molinar is a newly opened restaurant with an exquisite menu. This cosy restaurant lays on the shore line with spectacular views of the horizon. It serves healthy meals with special spices and vegetables which inspire your senses.
  • Restaurante Club Maritimo Molinar is a place to go to if you want to get a real traditional Mallorquin meal, such as a paella with local fish. Here you get the taste of traditional food in a beautiful harbour setting.
  • Ola del Mar is a restaurant which has a Mediterranean menu, with different types of local fish. This is the place to go if you are craving good fish.

The area has managed to retain some of its historic ports and windmills which contribute to its charm and beauty. It is very popular with tourists as well as locals who appreciate the nice atmosphere and the small sandy beaches. The 16 km long and fine boardwalk is perfect for outdoor activities such as cycling, skateboarding, inline skating, running or just nice walks. El Molinar has good public transport connections, strict traffic controls and building restrictions. The proximity to Palma centre, the beach and the airport make it a great location and an ideal place to stay. El Molinar is a much sought after area to live in and is just getting more and more popular.  

 

Latest properties in El Molinar

MF2094 – Newly built penthouse with large roof terrace

MF2073 – Beautiful townhouse with pool

MF2059 – Newly renovated apartment

MF1873 – Your perfect high quality home

Latest properties for sale in El Molinar

 

Isabella Cederqvist Intern @ Mallorcaresindecia  

Useful check list when purchasing a property in Spain

Think and make a list of what you need out of a property. Research locations and contact a recommended real estate agency. Try to find a good recommended agency that listens to what you want and not just what they want to sell to you and book viewings. Once you have found the property you would like to buy you must take into account the following:

NIE

1. Get a NIE number – As a foreigner you need to obtain a NIE number (número de identificación de extranjeros) required for the payment of taxes in Spain. Your deed (“escritura”) will not be granted without a NIE number.

2. Open a bank account – Why do you need to open a bank account in Spain? If you purchase a Spanish property, sooner or later, it will be necessary. It will help you to pay and settle payments for utilities, local taxes, expenses, etc. To open a non-resident account, you will need the following:

• A valid, unexpired passport or national identity card if you’re an EU citizen. .

• Foreigner identification number and certificate (número de identificación de extranjeros NIE)

• A document that proves your address in Spain, such as a utility bill that is less than three months old, or a recent bank statement from another Spanish bank.

• Proof of employment status or place where the funds have originated (employment agreement, income tax certificates, or a letter confirming your unemployment status, receiving state benefits, etc.).

We at Mallorcaresidencia can help you find a suitable bank for your specific needs.

3. Contact a lawyer – It is highly advisable to engage the services of a lawyer when purchasing a property in Spain. She/he will carry out the following legal checks for you:

  • Land Registry – To verify that the property you want to purchase is correctly registered, under the vendor’s name, free of any charges, limitations and encumbrances.
  • Town Hall (City-Hall) – To verify if there is any penalty proceeding (“infracción”) against the property and if it complies with building and urban regulations in the area where it is located. Check with the Town Hall that the payments for Council Tax the local rates (“IBI – Impuesto de Bienes Inmuebles Naturaleza Urbana”) and the rate for the refuse collection (“basuras”) are updated.
  • Cadastre – Verify that the property has been properly registered in the Cadastre (“Catastro”).
  • Community of owners – If the property is part of a community you will need to check with the administrator or the president of the community for any outstanding debts or extra charges (“derramas”) and it is also convenient to check if there are any other problems in the community. Once the deed has been signed at the notary, the community of owners should be contacted and informed about the change in ownerships.aktas och informeras om förändringen av ägarskap.
  • Utilities companies (Water, electricity etc.) – Check that there are definitive contracts and no outstanding debts or any other circumstances that will compromise water or electricity supplies after the purchase. Once the deed has been signed your lawyer can help you to make the changes with the different utility companies such as change of names in the contracts, bank details etc.

We at Mallorcaresidencia can recommend Montis Abogados in Palma.

Other legal checks you might want to consider:

  • Architect’s report and valuation – If you want to know the approximate market you could ask a surveyor to render a valuation or an architect’s report if you want to know more about the structural situation of then property.
  • Make a Spanish will – There never seems to be a right time to make a will but making a Spanish will at the same time as you purchase your property will save money and ensure your assets in Spain are inherited according to your wishes. The procedure at the notary is both simple and cheap. Different countries have different laws that determine who you can and cannot leave your assets to. It is best to write a new will if you do not want the Spanish law to be applied, but prefer your home country’s laws, but according to EU law, this intention must be declared in a Spanish will.
  • Non-Resident Tax Return – As a property owner in Spain you are obliged to submit a Non-Resident Tax Return

4. Make an appointment with a notary – This is something that your lawyer will arrange for you. Once the public purchase deed (“Escritura pública de compraventa”) has been granted by the notary you can pronounce yourself a property owner in Spain! Now is the time to sit back and enjoy! – Congratulations you’ve made it! Time to relax and enjoy a refreshing drink, beer or sangria!

Mirlinda Jonuzi

Team Assistant@ Mallorcafastigheter

How to avoid the use of plastic water bottles in Majorca

Water in Mallorca is very different from water sources in other countries. So how do you go about getting safe drinking water without contributing to the plastic problem?

Plastic bottled water is what most newcomers to Mallorca turn to as it is a quick option to obtain safe drinking water. The truth is most of the bottled water bought in supermarkets are not taken from the pristine, natural surrounding as advertised on their bottles. In fact, the majority of the water in plastic bottles comes from filtered tap water.  In addition, bottled water on average is 600 times more expensive than tap water. And obviously, there is also the impact of the plastic on the environment. These single-use water bottles take large amounts of energy to produce and toxic chemicals are used when manufacturing them. These contribute to the greenhouse gases and other hazardous gases which are harmful to all of us. Therefore, looking for alternative sources is necessary for both financial and environmental reasons.

So is it safe to drink the tap water in Mallorca? Emaya, the water company which supplies water in Palma, state that the tap water in Palma is safe and drinkable. On their web page, Emaya provides information about how they keep, disinfect and clean the water. They do this by filtering the water and using disinfectants such as chlorine. This does mean that the water can have a slight taste and smell of chlorine but it is still totally safe to consume.

But this only holds true for some of the municipalities in Mallorca. Manacor and Costixt are examples of places where the water is not safe to either drink nor cook with. In these places, it is necessary to take measures to enable to get a cheaper method of obtaining safe water than buying plastic water bottles.

If you are uncertain of or want to check how safe the tap water is in your home, you can test it. You can go to your local pharmacy and they will provide you with a bottle which you will need to fill with your tap water and then bring to them. The pharmacy will analyse the water for you and identify how safe it is for around 50€. This process will take about a week.

Alternatives to avoid using single-use plastics:  A big problem people come across when drinking tap water in Palma is the taste. A quick and easy solution is the Brita jar. Brita is a company that produces filter jars that remove the taste of the chlorine in the tap water and make it taste better. The filters come in cartridges which have to be changed every month. These can easily be bought in Müller for 40€ per 6 cartridges. These cartridges can be placed in jugs which can also be bought in Müller. Brita cartridges change the waters taste directly so it is a quick and efficient method.

Agua 3 Glops

If the tap water is undrinkable a solution would be to use returnable and refillable water bottles. In Mallorca, Agua 3 Glops provides this service and it even delivers these bottles to your home. This option allows less plastic to be used, your water tastes pure and relatively cheap; 7.35€ for a bottle of 18.9 litres. With this, you can opt to get the machine dispenser for free and pay 20€ for the maintenance and service of the bottles. In addition, Agua 3 Glops is a corporate social initiative company

The other most common solution is filtering the water.  Installing water filtering systems in your house purifies the water and gives an excellent taste. We can recommend the following companies:

Aguakmzero  uses an innovative filtering system that allows you to enjoy pure and filtered water straight from your tap. They have a wide selection of personalized systems starting from as low as 30 Euro/month. The contact person for this company in Mallorca is: Matthieu Morvant, Email: matthieu@puigmon.com, Tel.  +(34) 650 522 298.

Aguaris is another company which provides a machine to filter your tap water to make it drinkable and safe. This technology consists of a combination of 3 filters which remove the calcium and any other impurities to convert the tap water into tasteful, safe drinking water. The installation can easily be done by yourself as no cutting of pipes is involved. This option also allows you to quickly access an unlimited amount of safe drinking and cooking water. Aguaris provides 600,000 litres for 1741.19€. This includes a 10-year guarantee.

What about sparkling water?

Another problem that a lot of people face is how to go about plastic bottled sparkling water. It is a normal thing that most people do without realizing the impact on the environment. The solution is SodaStream which is a small machine that can turn normal drinking water into sparkling water by a press of a button. This machine is easily found in stores just like Müller or Planeta Huerto and is very basic to use. The price ranges from 50€ to 180€ depending on what brand you decide to purchase from.

Mirlinda Jonuzi

Team Assistant@ Mallorcafastigheter

Spanish taxes for non-resident property owners

Below you will find a brief summary of taxes that you as a non-resident will be obliged to pay to the Spanish authorities as a consequence of owning property in Spain. Some of the taxes are involved in the purchase of a property and others in the sale of the property.

Taxes when purchasing a property:

1. Transfer tax – “Impuesto sobre Transmisiones Patrimoniales” (ITP)

This is payable in situations where there is no VAT e.g when it is a resale property or a purchase of a second-hand property. The tax is due upon signing the contract of sale. As a general rule, transfer tax is 7% of the purchase price. However, many regions apply their own rate of tax.

2. Stämpelskatt (”Impuesto sobre transmisiones”)

This is a tax that you will have to pay when purchasing a newly built property, together with VAT (called IVA in Spanish). A newly built is a property that is being sold for the first time. You’d normally buy this kind of property from a developer or a bank. Stamp duty is normally 1% of the purchase price. However, it may vary in different regions.

Council tax – IBI

3. Council tax – the so called IBI (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) and basuras.

If you own a property in Spain and are living in it on 1 January in any given year, you will be liable to pay this annual local property tax. The amount is the rental value multiplied by a tax rate set by the local authorities. The valor catastral is determined according to the size, condition, location, title, lease details, cost of improvements and construction cost of the property. The cadastral value is usually much lower than the market value of the property.

There is also basuras(“recogida residuos sólidos urbanos y alcantarillado”), a rubbish and main drainage collection tax. Usually due once a year and is calculated by the local authorities as well.

Income and Wealth tax

4. Income and Wealth tax4

a) Income tax( IRNR “Impuesto sobre la Renta de No Residentes” ) – Individuals who own a Spanish property and have no rental income are required to submit an annual tax return, Form 210, and pay income tax based on the rateable value (“valor catastral”) of the property.
When the property is rented out, a quarterly return and tax payment must be submitted, also using Form 210.If you are a citizen of an EU country, Norway or Iceland all expenditure relating to the rental of the property are deductible for tax purposes. If you are a citizen of a non-EU country, then the full amount of income that you receive is taxable with no allowances. The current tax rate for non-residents is 19% for residents of the EU/EEA and 24% for others.

b) Wealth tax (“Patrimonio”) – Although wealth tax was abolished in Spain in 2009, it has since been reintroduced. Wealth tax in Spain is payable on the value of your assets on the 31 December each year. This is a tax on all of your assets and includes your property. If your wealth is more than €700,000 you will be liable for wealth tax of 0.2–2.5% on net assets, although variations exist within regions. It is an individual deduction.b

Plusvalía

Taxes when selling a property:

1. Plusvalía

The “plusvalía” is a local (municipal) tax charged by the town hall on properties when they are sold, whether it is a new build or a resale. It is calculated on the rateable value of property and the number of years that have passed since the property last changed hands. The objective is to tax the increase in the value of the land on which the property stands.
The base for this tax is the “valor catastral”. The amount due in tax will depend on how long the seller has owned the property: the longer the period, the higher the amount of tax. By law, it should be paid by the vendor but is negotiable. If you (the vendor), are not resident in Spain (whatever your nationality), the buyer may insist on withholding funds to pay the plusvalía on your behalf, as the new owner would become liable for the plusvalía in the event of non-payment (i.e. if a non- resident does a runner without paying).

2. Capital Gains Tax (CGT) or “Ganancias y Pérdidas Patrimoniales”

Capital gains tax, paid on profits from selling property or other investments, is charged at a rate of 19% for non-residents. The Spanish Tax Authority withholds 3% from the sale of your property. This is taken directly from the purchaser so that you only receive 97% of the amount the property was sold for. The 3% is a safeguard so that non-residents do not ‘disappear’ before they have settled their CGT account. If more CGT is needed than is covered by the 3% then you will need to provide the extra, if not you will receive a refund. In order to collect any refund, you need to complete a form 210H. This should be submitted within three months of the sale along with the last four years of non-resident income tax. From the date that it is presented you should allow around a year to receive the refund.

3. Income & wealth tax

Bear in mind, that should you sell a property during 2019 you will need to submit your tax return for the 2019 calendar year by 30 June 2020. See more information above under Point 4.

Mirlinda Jonuzi

Team Assistant@
Mallorcaresidencia

How to set up a S.L. (Limited liability company) in Majorca

It is possible to purchase a property via a Spanish Limited company, i.e. S.L. If this is something you are thinking of doing, it would be advisable to appoint a local lawyer to help you with the legalities. First thing you must do is obtain your identification number as a non-Spanish citizen, the so called NIE number. Read more about it in our previous blog entry ” Spanish NIE number”. The next step would be to apply for the certification of the company name. You will receive a certificate, certifying that you are the only person to own this particular company name. Once you have this document you need to open a business bank account in Spain, in the name of your new company and deposit the minimum investment amount. The minimum capital required when creating a S.L. is 3000 Euro.

When the above has been done, you need to make an appointment with a notary to set up the company and thereby determine the structure of the business and the status of the owners. The deed of incorporation (“escritura de constitución”) is the document that sets up your company and will include important information regarding your company. The notary sends the deed to the Register of Companies.

Spanish CIF

As a company is a legal person in its own right you will need a tax identification code (CIF) that is specific to it. The company registration number (CIF) provides a formal registration on the company tax system in Spain and also forms the VAT number.  With the tax ID, your Spanish company can do business anywhere in the EU.

If a property is bought via a company structure the tax authority in Spain will however assume it is being run as a business and income is being generated and assumed income liable for tax will be applicable whether an income is generated or not. You will therefore be required to file tax forms every quarter, as well as yearly tax forms. You are also required to present the accounts to the Register of Companies every year.

Mallorcaresidencia can recommend Montis Abogados.

Mirlinda Jonuzi

Team Assistant @
Mallorcaresidencia

Catany Boat Club

Catany Boats

Catany Boats is a boat club and boat sales company based in Santa Ponsa, Mallorca, with 6 motor boats to choose from. The Club offers you a hassle-free boat experience, for a year’s membership. You can choose to enjoy one boat or all 6 of the fleet’s, to pick the best suited for each day and with just a click, you can make your bookings. As a member, you just have to choose how many days a month you want to enjoy a boat and only worry about living the boating experience.

The founders of the company are English and Majorcan, lovers of the sea and of Mallorca. They love to sail along the coast enjoying the variety of landscapes that the island offers. They think that it’s a privilege to anchor in a different corner of the island each day. They founded Catany Boat Club to share that feeling with as many people as they possibly can.

Many people don’t have time to deal with all the hassle of maintenance. Some people don’t want to spend a fortune buying a boat and on top of that, an expensive mooring. For all of them, the founders have created Catany Boat Club.

Catany Boat Club invites you to enjoy Mallorca to the fullest and navigate as many days as you can and create new memories with friends and family.


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Sedat Senoglu

IT & Digital Marketing
@ Mallorcaresidencia

7 top beaches in Majorca

There are many lovely beaches in Majorca to discover and worth visiting. Here below you will find a selection of some of our favourite beaches to visit.

Playa Formentor

Playa de Formentor is in the top 3 of the beaches of Europe and in the top 25 of the best sandbanks in the world. It is located in the north-eastern part of Majorca. With its about 1 kilometre long white sand beach and sparkling green-blue waters, framed by a wooded landscape and views of the Tramuntana, this is truly a paradise beach. The beach is very popular with tourists who also make their way north for the scenic views at the Cap de Formentor, the farthest point on the island that ends in a lighthouse, and from where you can see Menorca on clear days. The water is shallow and there are rarely waves here, which is nice for small children. Some areas of the beach can get rocky but otherwise it’s easily accessible. People of all ages enjoy this beach.

Cala Mondragó

Cala Mondragó is a beach about 10 kilometres from Santanyí consisting of sand, stones and rock, located in the southeast of Majorca. It is framed in a wild landscape, surrounded by pine forest, with fine white sand and incredibly crystalline waters and turquoise colour. In addition, its waters are shallow which makes it an ideal place to go as a family. It was declared a natural park in 1992, protecting the area from development and mass tourism.

Playa de Muro

Playa de Muro is the largest sand beach in Majorca (covering nearly six kilometres) located on the northeast coast of the island. It has shallow clear blue water and white sand dunes. This is a popular beach for families because of its easy access, the long boardwalk with cafes, restaurants, hotels, onsite facilities, kids focused activities, shops, small parks and the exceptionally shallow waters which allow you to walk quite far before it gets deep.

Es Trenc

This is one of the best know beaches on the island located in the south part of Majorca. The water is spectacular with its turquoise clear blue colour that is more typical of a Caribbean island. This is a beach for nature lovers who will enjoy the wild beauty and remoteness of the beach. The beach is backed up by sand dunes, some rocky outcroppings, shrubs and pine and a beautiful, 1500-hectare natural wetland with salt flats, birds and a small lake. The beach is popular for tourists and locals, and it is not uncommon to find naturists here, particularly further off from the main crowds.

Cala Varques

Cala Varques is a 90-metres cove beach located in the southeast of the island not far away from Portocolom. With its white sand, deep blue water, surrounded by low, rocky cliffs and trees, it is popular with locals and tourists. It is a favourite beach among naturists as well but a less family-friendly beach since it does not have any restaurant facilities.

Portals Vells

This is another small cove beach on the southwest coast of the island. It is a very calm and peaceful beach visited by both locals as well as tourists. Due to its small size, there are generally fewer crowds. There is a limited number of umbrellas and sun beds. There are toilets onsite and one large restaurant serving nice beach food.

Cala Mesquida

Cala Mesquida is one of the most magical corners of Majorca, a beach of fine white sand embraced by rocks, dunes and pines creating a unique natural environment, it is one of the most beautiful beaches of the archipelago. An accessible beach, beautiful and surprising as well as comfortable, since it has good services and facilities such as sun beds, parasols and good restaurants. It is an ideal place to go as a family, although its level of occupation is usually high in high season. On the side of the beach, near the rocks, nudism is usually practiced.

Mirlinda Jonuzi

Team Assistant @ Mallorcaresidencia
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