National Geographic
The Best Hotels in Majorca, From Rural Escapes to City Hideaways
From 17th-century mansions in Palma to former farmhouses in the rural interior, these are the best places to stay on Spain’s largest island.
Lonely PlanetAug 14
12 picturesque honeymoon destinations (and when to visit them)
This guide to the best months to visit top honeymoon destinations could inspire any traveler to walk down the aisle.
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- MallorcaSightSpanish island with delightful beaches and nightlife.
- Sa Calobra roadSightFamous road for epic views of mountains and sea.
- Valldemossa HotelHotelTranquil boutique hotel near a beautiful village.
- Elsewhere
- MaldivesSightMalé, MaldivesIsland country with over 100 hotels on private islands.
- MilaidhooHotelMalé, MaldivesOffers local culture engagement and gourmet Maldivian dining.
- CearáSightFortaleza, BrazilCeará is one of the 26 states of Brazil, located in the northeastern part of the country, on the Atlantic coast.
- Ilha GrandeSightAngra dos Reis, BrazilThe highest point on Ilha Grande is the 1,031 m (3,383 ft) tall Pico da Pedra D'Água.
- Awasi Santa CatarinaHotelFlorianópolis, BrazilStunning property with wellness offerings and privacy.
- DominicaSightRoseau, DominicaIt is part of the Windward Islands chain in the Lesser Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean Sea.
- BahamasSightNassau, BahamasAppeals to couples who prefer sailing.
- InterContinental in DominicaHotelRoseau, DominicaOffers romance packages including a couples massage.
- ShoaisuHotelNagano, JapanOffers a private onsen (hot springs).
- Okavango DeltaSightMaun, BotswanaBest time for wildlife safaris is May.
- Singita ElelaHotelMaun, BotswanaWill specialize in ultraprivate safari experiences.
- Cape of SensesHotelComo, ItalyOffers a great massage and mountain views.
- UbudNeighborhoodDenpasar, IndonesiaPerfect time to visit Bali for spiritual side.
- Beji Griya Waterfall TempleSightDenpasar, IndonesiaVisit for a purification ceremony.
- Avatar House at Magic HillsHotelDenpasar, IndonesiaVilla made completely of bamboo with a private pool.
- St LuciaSightCastries, Saint Lucia
- Lago di ComoSightComo, Italy
- Lago di GardaHotelGarda, Italy
Lonely PlanetJul 8
The 12 best things to do in Mallorca
Mallorca has real magic up its sleeves. Here
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- Ferrocarril de SóllerPlaceVintage train journey from Palma to Sóller.
- Palma CathedralPlace of worshipGothic cathedral with Gaudí's canopy and Barcelo's chapel.
- Palau de l'AlmudainaSightFormer Islamic alcázar, now a royal summer residence.
- Marc FoshRestaurantBook ahead for imaginative riffs on Balearic flavors.
- Elsewhere
- Serra de TramuntanaNeighborhoodMallorca, SpainUNESCO World Heritage-listed mountain range for hiking.
- Cap de FormentorSightMallorca, SpainPeninsula with knife-edge cliffs and scenic viewpoints.
- Platja de FormentorSightMallorca, SpainPine-flanked beach with crystal-clear water.
- Mirador del Mas PasSightMallorca, SpainViewpoint along the Cap de Formentor road.
- Cala AgulaSightMallorca, SpainStarting point for a walking trail.
- Talaia de Son Jaume IISightMallorca, Spain16th-century watchtower built to ward off pirates.
- La Casa de Robert GravesSightDeià, SpainDream house built by poet Robert Graves.
- Poets’ WalkTrailDeià, SpainMountain-facing walk at Belmond La Residencia.
- Belmond La ResidenciaHotelDeià, SpainIt sits in the lee of the Tramuntana Mountains and faces the Mediterranean Sea.
- Son MarroigMuseumDeià, SpainLavish mansion with romantic sea views.
- Sa ForadadaRestaurantDeià, SpainBizarre hole in the rock resembling an elephant.
- Ruta de Pedra en SecTrailMallorca, Spain140km long-distance hiking trail.
- Santuari de la Mare de Déu des PuigSightPollença, SpainHilltop former medieval nunnery.
- Monestir de LlucSightMallorca, SpainPilgrims' refuge high in the Tramuntana mountains.
- Ermita de La VictòriaPlace of worshipAlcúdia, SpainConverted 14th-century hermitage on a peninsula.
- Mercat de l’OlivarMarketPalma de Mallorca, SpainMarket for island produce, cheese, fish, and tapas.
- Hotel EspléndidoHotelPort de Sóller, Spain
- Cala MesquidaSightMallorca, Spain
- Cala MitjanaSightMallorca, Spain
- Cala MatzocSightMallorca, Spain