DK Travel : Mallorca

Known variously as the “Golden Isle”, the “Wooded Isle” and the “Tranquil Isle”, Mallorca is all of these, despite its decades-long dependence on mass tourism. The island is laden with history and sights, from its castles and enchanted gardens to caves and spectacular mountains. The eastern and southern coasts still sport some of the cleanest, most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean, and the city of Palma is more attractive, culturally alive and fun than ever.

Mallorca (or Majorca) gets its name from the ancient Roman name for the island, Balearis Major, meaning the “biggest Balearic”

La Reserva (Walk)

The reserve on the slopes of Puig de Galatzo is best described as “Mallorca’s paradise”. A 3.5 km (2 mile) trail leads past waterfalls, springs and olive trees.
La Reserva Rotana, Manacor

A meditative swing above the pool is reason enough to come. The rooms are huge, the service is enthusiastic, and the grounds include a golf course.
La Residenca, Deià

The huge 18th-century manor house dominates the entire Deià valley, rising high above the road and affording unparalleled views of the sea and encircling Tramuntana mountains. Very popular with the rich and famous, who love to be pampered here in perfect privacy.
La Tetera, Pollença

A friendly little restaurant with an eclectic menu that might include Thai green curry, goat’s cheese salad, Spanish-style sandwiches and cream teas.
Leon de Sineu, Sineu

Behind the rather stark walls of this 500-year-old building, you’ll find a delightful garden and spacious rooms with antiques and modern comforts. The area is great for discovering out-of-the-way places.
Leon de Sineu, Sineu

Light, international cuisine is served in the garden or inside under a broad Catalan arch. Octopus salad, meatballs stuffed with squid and other Mediterranean dishes have flair.
Lloseta

Traditionally part of the leather-crafting enterprises in the area, this town is situated on a sloping foothill. It has a pleasant, tree-lined approach, a charming central square and several good restaurants.
Lluc

An legend recounts that over 700 years ago, an Arab boy named Lluc, recently converted to Christianity, discovered the effigy of the Madonna at Lluc (see Monestir de Nostra Senyora de Lluc).
Loewe

Upmarket fashions from Madrid: handbags, sunglasses, perfumes, vibrant scarves, leather and linen, silky suede, travel bags, and shoes, all in a setting that’s elegant without being snooty.
Los Zarzales, Port de Pollença

Mallorcan food is served with an original flair, such as cod with honey and sobrassada.

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