Mallorca, with its year round warm climate and sunshine, makes for the perfect spring holiday destination. Whilst the Spanish Balearic Island’s white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters are one of the best-known attractions, Mallorca offers visitors lots of choice when it comes to activities to enjoy. There is everything from culture, sports and culinary experiences available, all suitable for families, solo travellers, friends and couples alike.
If you needed any more convincing, then read on for five reasons to visit Mallorca this spring.
Explore the island’s gardens in full bloom
Mallorca has beautiful gardens of lush greenery and a wide variety of flora, which provide perfect hideaway spots in which to enjoy the great outdoors. Among them are the gardens of the Marivent Palace, with more than 40 different plant varieties and Mediterranean flora. The gardens also have the permanent exhibit of twelve bronze sculptures by the Spanish artist Joan Miró to admire.
For endemic, rare and endangered plants, the place to visit is the Sóller Botanical Garden, which focuses on the conservation and research of Mediterranean flora, in particular the Balearic flora. Botanicactus is considered the most representative botanical garden worldwide in its category. Visitors will find over 15,000 specimens and over 1,600 different species, including over 400 different species of cactus. The biodiversity makes this green oasis a must see for any nature fans.
In the heart of the Serra de Tramuntana, visitors will find the Jardines de Alfabia; an inviting space among the palm trees, fountains, decorative pergolas and stone sculptures, to explore the history of the island. Explore the main house with its Arabic, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque features, then walk through the old stables, which houses a collection of old carriages that show the passage of time.
Follow in the footsteps of the island’s cinematic history
The stunning mountainous landscapes, beautiful architecture and famous coastline of Mallorca have made it a popular filming location for films and TV shows. The island has been the set to romantic movies such as ‘Me Before You’, mysteries such as ‘Evil Under the Sun’, which narrates the adventures of detective Hercule Poirot, and television series including ‘ The Night Manager’.
A Mallorca Movie Map helps fans follow in the footsteps of the island’s filming locations. Through the Tramuntana mountains, the elegant palaces of Palma and the beautiful cliffs and coves, the map will guide you through five different routes, each with information about the films shot on the island.
Miró’s legacy
The Spanish painter Joan Miró Ferrà had a special connection to Mallorca. His relationship with the island began in his childhood, visiting his godmother in Sóller and his marriage to the Mallorcan Pilar Juncosa saw him settle permanently in Cala Major in 1956.
Today, nearly 7,000 works make up the Miró Mallorca Foundation, which includes paintings, sculptures and drawings. The foundation is made up of three remarkable buildings, which visitors can explore – the Sert Studio, where Miro started working in 1956; the Son Boter; and the Moneo Building designed by well-known architect Rafael Moneo. This cultural centre offers visitors an insight into Mirós artwork and underlying creative process in the place where the artist lived and worked for almost 30 years.
Underwater paradises
The crystalline waters of Mallorca cover spectacular reserves where you can observe an abundant marine life, caves and even the remains of sunken ships. Cala Millor has some of the clearest and calmest waters, as well as one of the richest ecosystems in Mediterranean. Taking to the water you will be able to find moray eels or barracudas, and an enormous variety of underwater landscapes with caves and tunnels, with options for all levels of diving experience.
The waters of the island of Sa Dragonera are also a popular choice for divers. Near the vast cliffs with vertical walls of 50 meters, you might have sightings of large pelagics and interesting caves.
Mallorcan flavours
Mallorca is a food lover’s paradise, with a cuisine that reflects the island’s history and diverse cultural influences. Spring is when many of the island’s fresh, local ingredients are in season. Visitors can try tastings of local products from the wine, oils and vegetables.
Travellers can also walk dedicated routes that pass through the cultivated fields and learn about the processes of planting, handling, care and harvesting of food; as well finding out about the best and oldest wineries on the island – before tasting their award-winning wines.
For more information on the island, visit mallorca.es/en/.
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