Soller, a hidden paradise among mountains
The town of Sóller is located on the northwestern side of the island of Majorca, in the heart of the Serra de Tramuntana. This unique location has become an essential destination for all hiking lovers who visit our community. With a population of around fourteen thousand inhabitants, the town of Sóller sits in the lower […]
An example of Majorcan “possessió” in the Serra de Tramuntana, the Es Port Hotel
The most abundant and impressive heritage element in the Serra de Tramuntana is the Majorcan “possessió” which is the name given to large rural properties typical of the island and its history. The historical, social, economic and cultural relevance of this architectural monument is key to understand the history of Majorca, as this was a […]
Majorca’s sea and mountain cuisine, Stuffed squid
With the onset of winter Sóller fishermen get ready for squid fishing. This cephalopod mollusc is the main ingredient of a very typical dish of traditional Majorcan cuisine. A feature of our cookery, like in the rest of regions surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea, are its commonly called “sea and mountain” or “land and sea” […]
The Majorcan Trampó,a typical and refreshing summer dish
When the summer shakes with this heat Mallorca, gastronomy is adapted to produce a whole range of dishes that are refreshing and slightly heavy. The basis of these are vegetables traditionally grown in home gardens, where products are first quality. Within our summer cuisine two dishes can be highlighted by its great popularity: the Mallorcan […]
Ses Puntes a beautiful creek in Sóller
“Ses Puntes” is one of the most beautiful spots of Port de Sóller but also one of the most unknown. It is an advisable place to visit both summer and winter. Getting to “Ses Puntes” To start this brief tour we will begin the journey from Maig Onze Avenue just opposite the exit of our […]