An ideal view of the harbor.
Majorcathe biggest of the Balearic Islands off the east coast of Spain, has long attracted visitors from colder climes looking for sunny beaches, boat parties and exciting nightlife. But a more mature and complicated side of the island awaits you in its hilltop villages, turquoise coves and thermal spas.
If this is not your first time in Mallorca otherwise you’re in search of a calming experience away from the tourist crowds in Palma, consider staying in Port de Sóller. Surrounded by stunning views, Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Jumeirah Majorca is an excellent base for a cliff-top retreat. The ravishing scenery may be enjoyed from every corner of the resort, including the adults-only infinity pool on the highest level (there’s a family-friendly pool on a lower level), the restaurant terraces and the outdoor hydro pool on the world-class spa.
Mallorca offers a big selection of activities for each traveller. Here is the perfect itinerary for a calming three-day trip.
Take a room with a view.
day one
Rent a automobile from Palma de Mallorca Airport or take a 40-minute taxi to Port de Sóller within the northwest of the island. Jumeirah Mallorca is a chic 121-room property dramatically nestled within the Tramuntana Mountains. Enjoy views of the rugged landscape and glorious sea, or just take a moment to take in the property’s airy, neutral atmosphere.
Once you have taken all of it in, officially start the weekend by exploring fairytale hilltop villages. A 24-minute drive through the peaks takes you to Deià , whose coastal atmosphere has long charmed writers and artists. Check it out The Robert Graves Housean inviting three-storey stone house-museum where the British author and poet lived from 1929 until his death in 1985. If you possibly can’t wait to get within the water, head as an alternative to Cala Deià , a rocky cove with crystal-clear waves surrounded by mountains.
Picturesque Port de Sóller.
Just 16 minutes drive west of Deià is the enticing hilltop town of Valldemossa. Take a while to explore the cobbled streets with their tempting shops. If you might be hungry, visit Bakery Ca’n Molinas and get a Potato cocaa sweet, spongy potato bun native to this village.
Return to the hotel in Mallorca and treat yourself to a well-deserved spa break. A thermal circuit and outdoor hydro pool with mountain views will keep you entertained for hours, rain or shine, within the hotel’s Talise Spa. Guests can use the facilities from 10am to 7pm without prior reservation. The 60 or 90 minute Jumeirah Signature Massage is an amazing technique to unwind after a day of travel.
For dinner, take the shuttle to one in all the Mediterranean restaurants in Port de Sóller or stay at the posh hotel. If you select the latter, consider the next: Sunset Loungeone in all Jumeirah’s three restaurants, for its Peruvian and Japanese cuisine and its excellent cocktails. Don’t miss the ceviche with a Peruvian yellow pepper sauce, the chalaquita Scallops marinated in Tiger milk (a citrus sauce) and served with a curry foam, the Black Angus Anticucho skewers or the Wagyu Nigiri.
Drive through Palma in style.
Day two
Prepare for essentially the most strenuous day of your trip with a hearty breakfast within the Cap Roigthe hotel’s brasserie, where you possibly can choose from a buffet or an à la carte breakfast. Whichever option you select, try local specialties reminiscent of Mallorcan egg toast with Sobrasada black pork. This raw, cured sausage owes its shiny orange color to paprika and other spices.
Wear comfortable shoes for the 15-minute walk down a steep hill to Sóller port, or ask the concierge for the shuttle schedule. Once you reach the small seaside village, stroll along the docks to admire the boats and luxury yachts before heading to the train station. The historic tram takes you on a 15-minute ride through narrow streets to the town of Sóller, where you possibly can browse the stalls of the Saturday marketplace for textiles, crafts, handmade shoes and native delicacies until 2 p.m.
After you may have had enough of shopping, return to the train station to Nostalgic train to Palma. A ride on a log train through the mountains will take you back in time to the turn of the twentieth century. It’s also a superb technique to benefit from the rugged, scenic views.
An area delicacy.
If you might be hungry in Palma, go to Ca’n Joan de S’aigo for a ensaimadaa famous local snail-shaped pastry sprinkled with powdered sugar, and a Horchata (sweet almond drink). Alternatively, Ferrerico at Plaça de Santa Eulalia sells savory pastries with sobrasada.
After the snack we proceed to headquartersPalma Cathedral to admire its intricate Gothic details. Contemporary art lovers should spend a while in Museum of Contemporary Art Es Baluard in Palmawhich houses works by Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, JoaquÃn Sorolla and other renowned artists.
Then stroll along the tree-lined Passeig del Born, walk along the promenade (officially Avenida Gabriel Roca) and stop at VermuterÃa San Jaime for vermouth and great people watching. But control your watch – the last train leaves the station at 7:40 p.m.
For dinner, select one in all the fish restaurants in Port de Sóller. nautilus makes a speciality of healthy and inventive Mediterranean dishes, while Sa Barca is understood for its fresh pasta. In summer They are beacons At Jumeirah Mallorca, an expertly prepared seasonal evening menu can be available until 10pm.
The natural pool of Es Guix.
Day three
Your last day in Mallorca deserves a beach day. Start early with a snack before deciding whether to spend time on the beach in Port de Sóller or, if you may have a automobile, try early and head to Sa Calobraa small but beautiful beach an hour away, which may be reached after a brief hike.
For much more breathtaking scenery, book upfront at It is plastera restaurant with a natural pool in the midst of the mountains – an hour from Sa Calobra – where you possibly can enjoy Mallorcan dishes before jumping into the water.
Make sure you permit loads of time in your departure. The roads through the mountains are winding and the drive from Es Guix back to the airport takes about an hour.
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