Seek and find
A holiday to the Balearic Islands is always a good idea! And if you feel like you've seen enough of Ibiza, put Mallorca high on your bucket list for your next trip. I was there for the first time a few years ago when we were looking for a family-friendly destination with a relatively short flight. During a week and a half road trip, we saw many places on the island, but the west of Mallorca captured my heart the most. What a beautiful destination! Transavia asked me to share my favorite spots on the island with you. And honestly? While writing this comprehensive Mallorca Travel Guide, I was itching to go back! In this new guide, you'll find over 40 tips for Deyá, Port de Sóller, Sóller, Palma de Mallorca, and some bonus tips for the east and south of the island. Have fun planning your Mallorca vacation!
Port de Sóller © Your Little Black Book
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45 of the best places and hotspots in Mallorca that you want to know
Deya
Ask anyone who's been to western Mallorca what they absolutely can't miss, and they'll probably say the town of Deyá. As soon as you drive there, you'll understand why. A picturesque, historic town nestled in the mountains, its tranquility and natural beauty make it a wonderful base for a few days' stay. I still sometimes reminisce about the peace I felt sitting with a cup of coffee on our terrace at Hotel Es Molí in the mornings, watching the sunrise. If you stay at this family-run "grand hotel," be sure to book one of the renovated rooms. It's a delightful, classic, and family-friendly hotel with a beautiful tropical garden and swimming pool.
Es MolÍ © Your Little Black Book
If you're traveling with young children, they can arrange a babysitter so you can dine at El Olivo restaurant in the luxurious Belmond hotel further down the village. Be sure to choose a rainy evening, as dining on the terrace is a more special experience than inside. Unfortunately, we were unlucky, but we'll definitely be back! For a more budget-friendly option and with the same beautiful view, try Restaurant Miró in the same hotel for lunch or dinner. Other great restaurants in Deyá include Nama, Xellini, S'Hortet, and Can Quet.
restaurant El Olivo © Your Little Black Book
If you're vacationing in Mallorca, there's one restaurant you absolutely can't miss. Restaurant Ca's Patró Mar is nestled in a cove near Deyá and is incredibly picturesque. If you don't get that ultimate island feeling here, you won't find it anywhere. Reservations are essential during peak season, and expect to wait a while for a table. Or maybe, like us, you'll be lucky and sit down for a delicious seafood feast. Simplicity at its finest! Delicious, unpretentious dishes, and—while you enjoy your lunch—one of the most beautiful views.
Ca's Patró March © Your Little Black Book
Port de Soller
When it comes to Mallorcan beach resorts, Port de Sóller is my favorite. We stayed there for almost a week at Hotel Esplendido. It's a perfect base with kids, as it's right on the sea and has a separate area for the rooftop pool! Traveling as a couple? Then I would definitely recommend booking Bikini Island & Mountain Port de Sóller. It's a beautiful, bohemian design hotel that's adults-only. This hotel also houses the delicious NENI restaurant, which you might know from Amsterdam. It serves the same delicious Tel Aviv-style dishes, but with a fantastic view of the bay. Luckily, you're more than welcome to dine with kids here (reservations are required in advance).
Hotel Esplendido © Your Little Black Book
Other great restaurants in Port de Sóller include Restaurant Agapanto Flor de l'Amor and Patiki Beach for a delicious meal by the beach. Villa Luisa Sóller has a lovely terrace on the promenade and was a favorite for lunch. For the best ice cream or crêpe, go to Beach House Port Sóller, and for a good breakfast with iced coffee, go to George's.
Patiki Beach © Your Little Black Book
If you're staying in Port de Sóller, you don't really need a car during your stay. There are plenty of great restaurants in the bay itself, and the beach is lovely too. Fancy a change of pace? Then take the tram to Sóller! The tram departs at the end of the promenade and is highly recommended (especially with kids).
Tram to Sóller © Your Little Black Book
Sóller
Even if you're not staying in Port de Sóller, a visit to the idyllic town of Sóller is highly recommended. Surrounded by citrus groves, with its terracotta roofs and winding streets, it's a place where you can easily wander for hours. In some places, it seems as if time has stood still in this artists' village. Enjoy a delicious ice cream or settle in at one of the restaurants. Many restaurants may not look particularly special in terms of facade or interior, but if you walk a little further, you'll find a lush courtyard where it's lovely to relax for lunch. Try Luna 36, Ca'n Boqueta, or Casa Alvaro, for example. Don't miss the charming grocery store and hotspot Re Organic, where you can also get a bite to eat. Tip: there's a market in Sóller on Saturday mornings.
Sóller © Your Little Black Book
Palma de Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca is the capital of Mallorca and is also known as Little Barcelona. Wandering through its narrow streets, you'll understand why! There are too many charming boutiques to list here, so if you've forgotten something in your suitcase, you're sure to find it here. Must-see highlights in Palma de Mallorca include Palma Cathedral, the Royal Palace of La Almudaina, Bellver Castle, the old town, Mayor Plaza, Mercat de Santa Catalina, and the Santa Catalina district, where you'll find many restaurants.
During our trip, we chose to stay outside the city with our son. If we ever return as a couple, I would definitely book two nights in Palma de Mallorca itself to kick off a road trip around the island. You'll find several great hotspots and fantastic boutique hotels in the beautiful Art Deco buildings of the old town. Hotel Cappuccino and Hotel Can Cera are on my shortlist for places to stay!
OMBU Paseo del Borne is a great spot for lunch or breakfast, where you can enjoy people-watching from the terrace. For coffee, head to Mama Carmen's in the Santa Caralina neighborhood, where you definitely shouldn't miss the food market. This is Palma de Mallorca's food district, and El Txoko de Martín serves a delicious dinner in the evening. For a good vermut cocktail (the drink of choice in Spain), head to La Rosa Vermuteria & Colmado. They also serve delicious tapas; be sure to fill your table, because sharing is caring. For a more relaxed and fine dining experience, Stagier Bar is highly recommended.
Palma De Mallorca © Your Little Black Book
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Santa Catalina © Your Little Black Book
7 Bonus tips for the rest of Mallorca
Personally, I found the western side of the island the most beautiful and atmospheric. The east side of the island has more large resorts (with a more laid-back tourist scene, so to speak), and I found that less appealing. Don't be fooled by the distances on Mallorca. The island is quite large, and the place you choose for your accommodation will be the side of the island where you'll spend most of your time. I personally wouldn't choose the eastern side of the island again, but if you're reading this article because you've already booked something there, I do have some tips for you. These addresses in Mallorca are also nice and unique: Es Guix (authentic Spanish food in the mountains), Cala Petita (Cala d'Or), Cafè Drac (Cala Santanyi), Cassai (Ses Salines), 5illes BEACH&SUNSET, and CASSAI Beach House (Colònia de Sant Jordi). S'Almonia is also a beautiful bay that you can reach after a walk and a steep staircase. If you go there, be sure to bring some food and drinks. It's truly beautiful and a must-see if you're staying in the east or south of Mallorca!
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Have fun making plans!
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Your Amsterdam weekend, sorted. 🖤
Baby lambs, spring markets, new restaurant openings and more events not to miss, this week's Amsterdam Weekend Guide is packed.
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PUUR YONNIE, an ode to Jonnie Boer.
Today I had the honor of being at @delibrijezwolle for the book launch of @jonnie_en_therese.
I spent the whole evening reading and flipping through the pages.
WHAT A BOOK.
What stories.
WHAT AN ODE.
Love, Nature, Pioneer, Fatherhood, Music, Jonnie's Foundation, Friendship, Suppliers, Local products, Relaxation, Entrepreneurship, Humor & The pure human being.
Everything passes by, beautifully written by @joel.broekaert.
With contributions from, among others, @nelsontanate, @rekkebus, @ronblaauwtje, @jorisbijdendijk, @sidney_schutte & @hvw043.
Thanks for the lovely afternoon @jonnie_en_therese 💚
PURE JONNIE,
From 14 April
at your local bookstore
(and online)
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This is your ticket to Japan without taking a plane 🥢
@tewatashi.ams in De Pijp serves an authentic Edo-Mae Sushi Experience and is super consistent in their quality.
It's the place we keep going back to when we have something to celebrate <3.
In this video I'm sharing the 2 hour experience in 60 seconds.
Still dreaming about the buttery ika nigiri. 🤤
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{ one of the best authentic Japanese restaurants in Amsterdam serving premium sushi omakase in De Pijp }
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟵, 𝟭𝟬, 𝟭𝟭 & 𝟭𝟮
This is one of those weekends that's packed with cool events!
Catch the last cherry blossoms, hunt for vintage treasures or feast on oysters.
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What's your vibe this weekend… vintage, culture, markets or a new hotspot?
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𝗔 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗳𝗲́ 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆?
@eetcafe_de_reiger is the spot to remember.
Cozy, casual, and a seasonal menu. This one was on my list to share for a year and finally it's (almost) asparagus season again! 🤤
Another plus? Prices are very reasonable here!
📍 Eetcafé de Reiger
Jordaan, Amsterdam City Centre
Save this spot for when you're craving warm Dutch traditional dishes in the heart of Amsterdam.
And did you hear the same team took over Eetcafé van Beeren? I can't wait to go there too!
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A cookbook from Grandma. Three Michelin stars. And a beautiful 70s villa in a quiet neighborhood in Bangkok, where you are welcomed as if you were at the chefs' home.
The Sühring brothers do not cook based on trends; they cook from memories. Of their grandmother's farm, of the flavors of their youth in Germany, and of techniques passed down through generations.
@relaischateaux invited me to experience Sühring during a solo lunch, and this is truly my ultimate definition of culinary self-care.
This was a surprising afternoon in Bangkok, where I ate the best German food I have ever tasted. And that in a city where I normally avoid European restaurants. Well, for @restaurant_suhring, you really want to make that exception.
Signature dishes that I still think back to regularly?
🍴 Labskaus with caviar
🍴 Enleta waffle with Pfalz vinegar
🍴 Game pie
🍴 Dry aged Duck
TIP: If you go to Sühring, reserve the seats at the kitchen bar so you have a view of the chefs at work!
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#prinvited #bangkok #michelin #relaischateaux
In this reels I take you along for fine dining in Bangkok at the three Michelin starred restaurant Sühring.
This is one of the nicest free outings in the spring! Did you know that you can gather (or pick, for the connoisseurs 😉) oysters yourself in various places in the Netherlands? I’m in Zeeland for a bit this weekend, and if we can, we’ll go again.
📍In this video, I show where you can fill your bucket.
Comment oester for the comprehensive guide with all details about all 8 locations + handy tips and rules.
Important to know:
– Max. 10 kilos per person (≈ 1 bucket)
– For personal use only
– Do not scoop or scrape the soil
– Go at low tide
Handy to take with you:
Bucket, screwdriver, boots, work gloves, tea towel, clean clothes and garbage bags (for the oysters and dirty clothes).
And of course: also bring an oyster knife, lemon and champagne 🍋🥂Because you want to taste something right away!
The oyster season runs from September to about April / early May, so now that the water isn't so cold, this is the perfect outing.
In the full guide, I share exactly where you can easily find them without much effort. Leave a comment and I'll send it to you right away!
Who do you want to go oyster collecting with soon?
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Happy weekend in Amsterdam! I made a list with 79 (!) fun 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟯, 𝟰, 𝟱 & 𝟲. This week's guide is packed because of Easter weekend and I saved the best tips for you in the guide on 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲.
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What's your vibe this weekend? Markets, Easter lunches, or a festival?
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This is the time to make plans for Easter in Amsterdam 👀🐣🐰
Are you team lunch or dinner?
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Ps: More tips for Easter in Amsterdam, from restaurants to markets, on WWW.YOURLITTLEBLACKBOOK.ME
Anti-Guide, going around to God that a good thing is!
So close and perfect to go by train, with endless great places to visit.
Think: delicious food, nice hotels, coffee shops for your matcha ;-) and wine bars you actually don't want to leave. During our last trip, we added a few new favorites to the Antwerp Little Black Book once again.
Save this guide for your next city trip to Antwerp. Have fun!
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⦁ @osakaantwerp
⦁ @mea.antwerp
⦁ @glouglouborgerhout
⦁ @le_pristine_antwerp
⦁ @hertog_jan_at_botanic
**Illegible**
⦁ @hotelfranq
⦁ @viaantwerp
⦁ @hoteldewittelelie
𝗗𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗦
⦁ @millesime.antwerp
⦁ @dogmacocktails
⦁ @cafe.bobby
⦁ @cafezeezicht
⦁ @billiesbierkafetaria
𝗖𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗘 & 𝗦𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗦
⦁ @bakkerijfunk
⦁ @polly.antwerp
⦁ @cafe.betty
⦁ @tinsel_antwerp
⦁ @caffenation_coffee
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⦁ Roof farm @paktantwerpen
⦁ For thrift store finds: Antwaarpe Goeiemorgen
⦁ Shop at @frnchparisofficiel
⦁ For all fashion lovers @momuantwerp
⦁ Must-visit museum @rubenshuisantwerpen
💌What is your favorite hotspot in Antwerp that I absolutely have to visit next time?
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𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺
These are those few magical weeks each year when the city suddenly feels different. Everything is in bloom and all you want to do is be outside. Coffee to-go in hand, and just head out as soon as the sun shows up.
𝗕𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗺 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺
📍 Bloesempark – Amsterdamse Bos (the classic, yes it gets busy, but totally worth it)
📍 Rijksmuseum
📍 Fruittuin van West
📍 Westerpark
📍 Jozef Israëlskade
📍 WG grounds
📍 Nelson Mandela Park
📍 Bos en Lommerplantsoen
📍Amstelpark
By mid-April most of the sakura will already be gone, so if you want to catch it: this is your moment.
I'll definitely be doing a few more rounds before it's over.
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🌸 Discover the best places to spot cherry blossom in Amsterdam and enjoy the sakura in full bloom. 🌸
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟲, 𝟮𝟳, 𝟮𝟴 & 𝟮𝟵
This is one of those weekends where your only problem is how you're going to fit everything into this last weekend of March (yes already?!).
From a free event to try new Limited Subs at @ijveramsterdam to slow mornings, a market stroll (or two), maybe finally ticking off that new restaurant that's been on your list for weeks… and ending somewhere with a good glass of wine while telling yourself “just one more” 😉
𝗡𝗲𝘄-𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺:
📍 @caferestaurant.meyer
📍 @kamer.bar
📍 @rondo.restaurant
📍 @weinlokalstern
📍 @enotecadeolyphant
📍 @tonton.noord
📍 @yusu.coffee (centre)
📍 @eetcafe.vanbeeren
📍 @kidamsterdam
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What's your vibe this weekend… markets, cocktails or a new hotspot?
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With love,
Anne
In collaboration with Transavia
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