Our Mallorca favorites, shared with love♥︎
Mallorca is home for us and has a way of surprising you directly. Beyond the beaches, the island reveals quiet villages, winding mountain roads, and small moments that stay with you, slow mornings, warm light, and the simple joy of being present. It’s not about seeing everything, but about feeling the rhythm of the island and letting it guide you.
a love letter to mallorca
Mallorca is an absolute dream destination in Europe. Great sandy beaches with turquoise water await you when you visit one of the most beautiful places in Spain. The island is the largest of the Balearic Islands and seventh largest in the Mediterranean. Mallorca is located around 170 kilometers from mainland Spain near Barcelona. The island is characterized by mountains, sea and unique flora and fauna. Did you know that there are over 200 wonderful beaches in Mallorca? In addition to many picturesque towns and villages, the capital Palma should of course be mentioned, which impresses with great restaurants, fancy café’s and awesome bars. Beautiful streets and small alleys of the city, which has around 400,000 inhabitants, are also an absolute highlight. Mallorca is a great destination overall and is also a great starting point to explore the Balearic Islands region.
Capital: Palma
Population: 1 Million
Currency: Euro
Area: 3.640 km²
Language: Spanish and Catalan
Facts: Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands.
The island has over 300 days of sunshine per year.
Mallorca has more than 260 beaches and coves (calas).
Most people visit Mallorca between April to September. Around February is the almond blossom season. Spring and autumn are ideal for cycling, walking, mountain climbing or golf. July and August are the hottest and driest months.
The best way to get around Mallorca is renting a car or scooter. You can also get around by public transportation (Bus or a few Trains) wich is also quite cheap. Cycling and hiking is also very popular here.
From the end of January to about mid-late March, the island transforms into a delicately fragrant, picturesque sea of flowers
Although tap water is drinkable in some places on Mallorca, we would still recommend filtered or bottled water.
Hello – Hola
How are you? – ¿Cómo estás?
Thank you – Gracias
Goodbye – Adiós
A beer, please – Una cerveza, por favor
The bill please – La cuenta, por favor
Where is? – ¿Dónde está?
How much is it? – ¿Cuánto cuesta?
No, there are no tolls or vignettes on Mallorca.
General emergency number: 112
In Mallorca, as in most places in Europe, you tip around 10% if you were pleased with the service.
Looking for the best viewpoints in Mallorca? We’ve put together our favorite spots around the island, from dramatic mountain views to hidden coastal lookouts. Discover all 15 viewpoints here.
For us, Mallorca is simply the most beautiful island in Europe, also because it is our home. There are many beautiful places in Europe and Mallorca is undoubtedly one of them. It is far more than just a beach destination. It’s the quiet mornings in stone villages, the winding roads through the mountains, and the hidden calas that feel like your own little escape.
We just love it here!
The island invites you to slow down, to follow the light, and to enjoy simple moments, good food, warm evenings, and endless views. Mallorca stays with you long after you’ve left, and that’s why it will always be one of the greatest places in our opinion.
Since Mallorca is an island, it is generally only accessible by plane or ferry/boat. However, the Balearic island has excellent air and sea connections and is easily reachable from many parts of Europe, whether you’re looking for the fastest route or a more scenic journey.
When we travel, we always save the best places we discover from hidden viewpoints and cozy cafés to beautiful beaches and must-see spots. To make trip planning easier, we created interactive travel maps with all our favorite locations in one place. Simply open the map and explore the places we personally visited.
Note: The buttons and images above link to our interactive travel maps hosted on Rexby, where you can explore all saved locations in detail. Thanks for your support friends!
