Fire and the Night of San Juan (St. John) go together like the sun and the moon. Each time another year approaches on the night of June twenty-third, thousands of bonfires light an infinite number of beaches around the world to celebrate the birth of...
Parties, parties, parties! That’s the first thing that usually comes to mind when one thinks of Ibiza. And that undoubtedly is because this beautiful island is a unique destination for a more immersive, attractive and captivating experience in electronic music, which is why this destination’s...
When most people think of Spain's Balearic Islands, Ibiza and Majorca most readily spring to mind. But there are four of them, and the smallest, a 30-to-40-minute ferry ride south of Ibiza, is Formentera, a marvelous throwback of sorts. Its relaxed atmosphere and airs of another era make it a place unlike any...
Like all of Spain's three Balearic Islands, Majorca really comes into its own come summer, thanks not just to the hordes of beachseekers from all over Europe and the world, but various summer festivals. Top of that list for many takes place on August 14th, for the 14th year...
Ibiza is known the world over for a lot of things - most notably its beaches, party scenes - and also for its summertime mercadillos (open-air markets). Scattered in towns across the island, they're known for their "hippie" vibe, and are popular with young people looking for cool...
The beaches of Minorca, the middle islands of Spain's Mediterranean Balearic Islands are some of the most amazing in Europe, with warm, crystalline waters. So it will come as no surprise that they are also simply spectacular for snorkelling and diving. Some of the more popular...
Alcudia is situated at an hour's drive from Palma. The island's Roman remains are still intact, which make it one of the nicest parts of the island. But that isn't what we want to talk to you about today. Alcudia, which is a very well known touristic area in...
Minorca is one of the quietest and most laid-back of the four Balearic Islands, but come summer high season, not only do more visitors come to its shores, but Minorcans themselves pull out the stops for one festive celebration after another. So for an unforgettable summer...
Heading into Majorca’s capital city, Palma de Mallorca, from the airport, you’ll find yourself driving along a panoramic motorway along the bay, and you’ll spot an intriguing and distinctive landmark up in the distance: el Castell de Bellver. It’s not just the dramatic siting that’s notable,...
One of the greatest little downtown lanes of the capital of the always interesting island of Majorca, the Costa de la Pols is a trove of charming traditional cafés and small shops (especially those specialising in second-hand and vintage merch). It’s a side street to Les...
