What do you do on a cloudy day in Majorca? Go to the caves! It was slightly chilly... just a little…read moretoo cool for the beach so we hopped in our rental car and enjoyed the scenic drive to the caves. So glad we did. They were simply stunning! First you buy your ticket and then wait for the next tour group to go through. They break it down into manageable groups to guide you through the caves and not overcrowd them. Being off season now, it wasn't very busy. Parking was easy and our group was a nice mix of friendly folks. The guide speaks several languages and will repeat each section in the languages represented in the group. It can be hard to hear in the caves if you are further back, so if her/his presentation is important to your experience, be sure to stay closer to the front. One should also know that there are a lot of stairs and dim lighting. This may not be the best excursion for someone that is mobility challenged. We brought my sister's 6 month old but had him in a chest harness. He loved the music and light show but the coolness of the caves compounded with the dim lighting sent him right to sleep for the remainder of the tour. As for what you'll see, just wow. So many variations of structures from large to small. The detail is astounding! The scale is sometimes overwhelming. Having been to other cave complexes/caverns, these do not disappoint. It's well worth the visit and a perfect outing for a cloudy day. Side note, while you're waiting for your tour or when you're done, spend some time along the wall looking down toward the sea. You may be lucky and spot the Wild Mallorcan Goat! We saw two about 20 feet away from us but would have missed them if we didn't look straight down.

Amazing cave and is a must see tourist attraction. The cave tour lasts about 35 minutes, and every…read moreroom in the cave is uniquely stunning with stunning arrays of stalactites and stalagmites. This was my favorite tourist spot in Mallorca because it is completely unique to the region. Just remember to wear the appropriate attire when walking through the cave (no heels, someone in our group suffered). It is also not handicap friendly. Someone also brought a small dog with them and it was super annoying because it kept barking. Yes, this place is dark and scary so dont be THAT person.

The Poblat de Trepucó is one of the most impressive and well preserved prehistoric sites in…read moreMenorca, Spain. Incredible preserved, this town still stands in the middle of a field halfway between the city of Maó and Sant Lluís, near the Aeropuerto de Sant Lluís (San Luis Aerodrome). The feel of the place, specially at sunrise and dusk, is breathtaking. You are roaming around a town built thousands of years ago, able to run your hands around the main Taula (a large T-shape structure), or climb the large Talaiot, a rock structure that the sign at the site indicate could have been used as a signaling system (you will find them all over the island, specially near the coast). Some of the living quarters are still almost intact. Some people I been to it with dismiss the site when compared to other places like the Giza Pyramids, completely missing the point and its beauty, and with its verdant, isolated location, it blows away them away. A "must stop" if visiting Menorca. Photographer's delight in the morning and Sunset, specially during spring and fall. Caveat: Comfortable shoes, water, hats (some local pastries help). Getting to it can be tricky for somebody not familiar with Menorca's travel grid. There are 3 main ways to access the site: * From Maó, take the Cami Trepucó (Me-4) from the Maó roundabout (you will be in the right path if you go past a cemetery), South, South until you spot the signs to it or the Talaiot itself. * From Maó, take the road to Sant Lluís (starting at the big plaza and bus depot) South. Turn on the roundabout to the Camino de los Barrots (?. Tricky), merge to the Cami Trepucó, same as before. * From Sant Lluís, take the road to Maó North, past the Aerodrome and the industrial complex. Turn on the roundabout to the Camino de los Barrots (still tricky), merge to the Cami Trepucó South, same as before. * From Es Castell (Villa Carlos), take the road to Maó North. At the very first roundabout go West, until literally run into it (no, I just hit the outer modern wall, but I got there =/ ). There are three other ways, but you will need a local friend to guide you. * The Good: Beauty, history, incredible views, an once in a lifetime stop if visiting. Go cycling to really enjoy the views to it and the site, or trek to it from Maó or Es Castell. If you take a cab, I will find you and smack you silly. * The Meh: Parking (isn't always?). Reaaally windy during La Tramontana(?), so be careful climbing the Talaiot, specially kids. Raining?. Mud, mud, mud. No facilities/WC at present time. * The Bad: GPS, a good detailed map or local help, or you going to do a lot of involuntary sightseeing. /=) Highly recommendable.

Cute little town worth a visit…read more There is a scenic train that leaves from Plaza Espanya in Palma for a reasonable price, but make sure you go to the correct train station (Ferrocarril de Sóller) which is the small historic brick building next to the newer main train/bus station (Estació Intermodal).

This was a hidden Treasure and I'm sure glad that we found it! The Spanish architecture was gorgeousread more

5 stars, no question about it. When you visit Mallorca, ask about the road to the Lighthouse. This…read moreroad is amazing and so beautiful. Breathtaking views, gorgeous scenery, fun tunnels and narrow bridges and roads. It takes you all the way down the road until you hit a dead end at the Lighthouse. It's at the peak of the island and the sunset views were incredible. A must see if you go to Spain. Make sure you drive during the daytime to see the sunset.

This cave is about 40 minutes drive from our hotel at Eurostar Marivent. The roads coming here are…read morenarrow so drive carefully. Upon arrival there is a lot for cars to park and two entrances on the right and left. Take the right stones stairs to the small souvenir shop where you purchase your tickets for the tour. They only accept cash or debit card. They also have a restaurant/cafe that serve drinks and small bites if you're waiting for a bit before your tour with over 13 kitties that live onsite for you to play with! They are extremely friendly and allows you to pet them. They also had restrooms at the top to the right of the staircase. The cave tour itself was very interesting and has so much history. The tour isn't as formal as others I've been on, but our tour guide's family has owned it for so long that she knew all the details. She toured a group of us in English and answered all questions thrown at her. It is slippery inside so wear proper shoes. Also, wear a hood or something to cover your head if you need because water will drip on you throughout the tour. Definitely worth visiting the caves in Mallorca and learning about the history of it all.

I was on a work trip and stayed in Palma. Obviously... I had to rent a motorcycle and rode the…read moreSerra de Tramuntana. What a great treat! There is a reason why it is considered one of the most beautiful roads in the world, and why it has earned the title of a Unesco World Heritage Site. The Cap Formentor is a the northern end of it and after riding for a few hours I ended up at the Cap. The road is so beautiful that sometimes I would say "this is so beautiful" and "damn I'm lucky" out loud in my helmet. If you are in Barcelona, hop over here. There are lots of flights to Palma from anywhere in Europe. Best time is before June and after August as that is the main traveling season and half of Europe is here. But before and after the summer when the temperatures are still very warm (I had 75 degrees in April for the entire ten days) it is a great time to come here. Enjoy. One of my profile pictures, with the curvy road, was taken from the lighthouse building at the Cap Formentor.