Beaches to choose from in Palma
by russian_yaz
Hello there... I´ve seen in forums a very typical question about nice beaches in Palma, near the fun or in the contrary, really lonely and peacefull... here is my tip...
Looking for fun? The first place that comes to my mind are the classical Arenal and Magaluff, only 10km from Palma but they are really over crowded, I don´t recommend them, only if U´re looking for bars and discos all day long. Other good place is Cala Blava. It´s a nice place around 25km from palma, with nice not so crowded beaches and U have the city nearby. There are also Palma Nova, Portal Nous that could be other choices, about 15km from Palma. There are two other places, but in the other side of the island, Port Alcudia and Port Pollenca, with lot of bars and nigh clubs to choose from.
If looking for nice quiet places.... Port Andratx is a good place, 30km from Palma. It has some bars around where to have drinks and enjoy the sea breeze. Other good choice could be Sant Elm, is a very peacefull place, with a nice beach but is not so close to Palma, is about 40km and not so much night life. If U rent a car U will have many more options. Cala Millor, Cala Figuera, Cala Ratjada, Cala Murada, Cala Mallorca and may other places.
As U can see, there are many options, hope the info will be usefull.
Chopin
by Klod5
The village where Georges Sand and Frédéric Chopin transfer to take refuge during their winters.
Chopins being sick, the malorcains fearing the contagion, had constantly repulsed the couple of lovers.
When in Rome ( or Palma )
by Tricky_Dicky69 about Piccola Italia
Large Italian restaurant located on Paseo Maritimo with views of the Marina and Palma Cathedral. Lots of tables inside and some outside but these are between the pavement and the busy main road. We had a table just inside which was perfect as it has fresh air but less noise than dining "al fresco". Service was good. All dishes that we tried from the large and varied menu were nice. Wine was well served and reasonably priced.
Worth a try.
Tricky Dicky's rating 7 / 10
Tour round the island
by tashka
This tour includes traveling by bus, boat and train and takes the whole day. This is a good chance to get the general impression of the island in general, not only the beach part of it. You will go by bus to a monastery (a new-built one) in the mountains, then go down to the sea by bus, where you will have a chance to have lunch and to have some rest at the sea - you can choose the beach at the small port or walk through a tunnel to another beach. After that you will take a boat to another port and take a tiny train from there. The train goes through chilly tunnels and over beautiful valleys. Actually, I liked the train part most!
If you go to this tour, don't forget a swimming suit.
The price was 60 euro (50% for kids).
Processions on Holy Week
by russian_yaz
Spain is a very religious country. Through out it´s history the kings and the government was allways helping and supporting the Vatican. Nowdays U´ll see not only lot of churchs and cathedralas but also in special days, processions.
During Holy Week U can see procession of all kinds. 24 of march, 2005, 3 days ago, I went to st Los Olms, near plaza Espanya and stand there for almost 3 hours. It was worth seeying. People told me that in other cities like Sevilla or Andalucia are prittier and better. But nontheless, I enjoyed the evening. Many people watching and waiting with religous fervor. Many kids, dads, moms and grandmas with tipical religous suits folowing the processions.
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Parc de la Mar (Palma de Mallorca, Spain)
Tourism Office (Palma de Mallorca, Spain)
Prawn and bird's breast salad
Tran leaving Soller
