Museums in Palma: Discover Mallorca
A typical rookie mistake is to visit Palma on a rainy day. When the city is completely overcrowded you may easily overlook the beauty of the old town. And all the fantastic museums in Palma. It is not only the broad range of great exhibitions but also the unique buildings that house them. Each one worth a visit in itself. There is plenty to discover, for explorers young and old. No matter whether you want to travel back in time, retrace the history of Mallorca or are more interested in…
Semana Santa in Palma: Happy Easter
Easter comes early, this year. And Mallorca is getting ready for the holy week. The first of the traditional processions of the Semana Santa in Palma has been taking place today. A solemn parade made its way through the narrow streets to the slow rhythm of a marching band. Dressed in long robes and tall pointed hats the brotherhoods walked their banner to the Basílica de Sant Francesc. During the holy week the sound of haunting drums and trumpets fill the old town, often until long after…