Palma, a city steeped in history and cultural richness, opens its doors to an array of Free Walking Tours that promise an insightful journey through time. These guided experiences offer a distinctive glimpse into the heart of Palma, inviting you to explore its fascinating past. Join us as we highlight the ten most interesting Free Walking Tours in Palma, each promising a delightful and informative exploration of this Mediterranean gem. Lace up your walking shoes and let the adventure begin. Photo by Felix Fuchs on Unsplash 1. Emblematic Palma Discover Palma with one of the free walking tours around the city. Emblematic Palma is the perfect way to explore Mallorca’s capital, with a local and official guide showing you around the main streets and hidden alleys. During the two-hour tour, you will learn about the history of Mallorca, its monuments, legends, traditions, and local words. You will also get to…
Mauritius is a beautiful island located in the Indian Ocean, around 1,100 km east of Madagascar. Featuring amazing beaches, beautiful lagoons and colourful reefs, the island’s remarkable natural formations are ideal for many adventurous activities such as surfing, kite surfing and snorkelling. However, it wasn’t until Californian surfer Larry Yates released the surf movie ‘Forgotten Island of Santosha’, which showed epic 8-10 foot surf sessions at Tamarin Bay, that the island gained fame among surfers. This was enough to attract many surfers travelling to the island in search of the world-class waves they had seen in the legendary 1974 film. With over 330 km of coastline, the island offers many other surf spots, and we’re here to tell you where they are. Read on to find the 5 best surf spots in Mauritius! Photo by Liga Meijere on Unsplash What is the climate like in Mauritius? Mauritius experiences a mild…
Just because you’re on vacation in the White Isle doesn’t mean you have to put a pause on your workout routine. Ibiza has many world-class gyms where you can go to burn off all the extra calories from all the tapas you’ve been eating or keep your physique in shape for when you strut your stuff at the beach. Whether you want to lift, sprint, or downward dog, you’re sure to find somewhere to keep your fitness on track. And without further ado, here are the best gyms in Ibiza to keep you looking as hot as the Spanish sun *wink wink*. Fraile Gyms Image credit: Fraile Gyms’ Facebook Page Fraile Gyms Ibiza have gyms conveniently located all over the island, including in Ibiza Town, Santa Eulalia, and San Antonio. They also have options in Mallorca and Formentera. You’ll find well-equipped spaces for both cardio and strength training, with equipment…
What to do in Alcudia? This pretty town located on the northwest side of Majorca has everything for a wonderful holiday. Alcudia is the main tourist destination in the north. The town lies a little land inward surrounded by ancient city walls and within those city walls, you will find great history and culture. Roman architecture, museums, art galleries, entertainment, markets, fantastic Mediterranean gastronomy, nightlife and, not to forget, gorgeous beaches, Alcudia has it all. Things to do in Alcudia So, you are going to Alcudia. Good for you! Here’s a list of things to do: 1. Explore the old town of Alcudia Alcudia has a beautiful, absolutely lovely and charming old town with narrow streets, cozy alleyways and small shops, cafes and restaurants. The town has a great historic feel with beautiful Gothic architecture such as the church of Sant Jaume. The ancient city walls are completely preserved which…
Get ready to embrace your inner flower child and explore the vibrant hippy markets in Ibiza, where you’ll find treasures galore, from rainbow tie-dye to handmade jewellery and crystals. In this article, we’ll take you on a tour of the island’s grooviest markets and show you where the real magic happens. Let’s go, hippies! Las Dalias Hippy Market in San Carlos Photo from Las Dalias Ibiza Facebook Las Dalias in San Carlos is one of the best-known hippy markets in Ibiza, owing to its very vibrant and welcoming vibe. As soon as you enter the market, you’re greeted with exotic colours and patterns. You can find all sorts of crafts from around the globe, clothing, unusual musical instruments, hammocks and antiques in this 200-stall open market. When you get tired from all the shopping, you can stop for a quick body massage in one of the stalls or sit down…
Updated: February 2026 From exploring pristine beaches, hiking up gorgeous waterfalls, or exploring the vibrant local culture, there is no shortage of activities to do in Mauritius. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, adventure, or cultural immersion, Mauritius has something for everyone. Here are 27 activities you can do during your stay at this enchanting destination. Culture and Town Exploration Colourful and Lively Port Louis Did you know that thanks to the “Porlwi by Light” festival and the New Chinatown Foundation, Port Louis has over 60 street arts? Street art hunting has swiftly become one of Mauritius’ most unusual activities! The majority of them can be seen on Chinatown and Bourbon Street, ranging from Chinese-inspired murals to abstract art. So grab your camera and go on a street art adventure! Central Market Feeling hungry? Head down to the Central Market if you’re looking for some delicious noms in Port Louis. Under one roof,…
Do you love to drive on winding coastal roads and through the mountains? Not afraid of hairpin turns or jaw-dropping views? You will love driving in Majorca with all of her amazingly scenic drives. When driving in Majorca, you will come across ancient towns, hidden beaches, mountain roads, vineyards, orange groves, a lighthouse, and more. Free to stop and drive as you like, renting a car is definitely the best way of exploring the island. At the end of the day, you can come right home to your private villa and chill in the pool. This blog is all about driving in Majorca and these are some of the best scenic drives on the island: Pollensa to Cap Formentera Credit: Wikimedia Commons This drive takes you to explore the northeast of Majorca and you are in for some dramatic sceneries, indeed! Pollensa is a very charming and beautiful old town…
Updated: February 2024 There’s no better destination in Europe to go beach clubbing than the Balearic Islands. If you thought Ibiza was the ultimate beach club destination, you should also check out Majorca. Majorca is full of fabulous beach clubs where you can go lounging, swimming, sunbathing, eating, relaxing and partying. These are some must-visit beach clubs in Majorca. 1. Nikki Beach Credit: nikkibeachmallorca on Instagram Chic and classy with a relaxed yet energetic ambience, Nikki Beach is a wonderful beach club with extraordinarily good food. It takes around 20 minutes to get to Nikki Beach from Palma. While sipping cocktails and munching delicious food, you get to enjoy the stunning view of Isla de sa Porrassa. Nikki Beach has clubs all over the world from Spain to Bali. Majorca Nikki Beach club is open from April to October.Nikki BeachLocation: Av. Notari Alemany, 1, 07181 Calvià, Illes Balears, SpainOpening hours: Daily from…
Looking for things to do in Palma de Majorca? If you ask us, Palma is an amazingly beautiful city with impressive landmarks and an awesome vibe. A city that exudes ancient history while bursting with excitement, liveliness and entertainment at the same time. 1 day is not enough to experience Palma. We recommend spending a couple of days here if you can. There are plenty of things to do! https://www.flickr.com/photos/naanuu/26391519699/ Source: Flickr Fall in love with Palma: things to do in and around town Sitting right by the glistening Mediterranean Sea, Palma is the capital city of Majorca. It’s the city where your plane lands and where your Majorca adventure begins. Palma is a sprawling city with a great history barking back to the Bronze Age. With her Gothic cathedrals and palaces, cobbled narrow streets, lively markets and many beaches nearby, you can’t miss out on Palma. There is something…
If you love historic old towns with narrow cobbled streets, cathedrals, churches and ancient city walls, you will love a holiday to Majorca – one of the beautiful Balearic Islands in Spain. These are old towns in Majorca you should definitely check out: 1. Deia Credit: thetipsytravelr on Instagram This dreamy mountain village has been a hide-out for artists, musicians and writers since forever. Deia is located on the northwest coast and it has a relaxed, laid-back, bohemian atmosphere you will come to love. Many celebrities have visited this town as well, full of the most charming and inspirational boutiques and cafes. The town was founded by the Moors between the 10th and 13th centuries. When walking the narrow streets of Deia, you will see endless traditional stone houses with terracotta tile floors and wooden window shutters. It’s a place to find new inspiration and get struck by magical views.…