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21 Days in the Balearics - !SAMPLE!

We specialise in creating custom itineraries for our clients, tailored to each yacht and its guests. This taster itinerary is a sample of what we do, setting out a 21-day itinerary around the Balearic Islands. Restaurants, facilities and regulations are always changing, so some of the details in this sample may be out of date. For up-to-date information and assistance during your visit to Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera, get in touch! Tel: +34 971 722 532 Mob: +34 638 81 68 03 Email: palma@estelashipping.net

We specialise in creating custom itineraries for our clients, tailored to each yacht and its guests. This taster itinerary is a sample of what we do, setting out a 21-day itinerary around the Balearic Islands. Restaurants, facilities and regulations are always changing, so some of the details in this sample may be out of date.

For up-to-date information and assistance during your visit to Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera, get in touch!

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21 Days

in the

Balearics

M/Y Lady Estela

21-DAY ITINERARY


MENORCA

Menorca is popular with walkers and cyclists drawn to its level topography, though

primarily tourists are attracted to its unspoiled beaches and peaceful environs. As

the ‘Lonely Planet’ travel guide put it, “Menorca is more birdsong than Pete Tong”, in

a reference to one of Ibiza’s most illustrious club DJs.

Menorca has two cities, the capital, Mahón (also ‘Maó’) and Ciutadella, which was its

capital until the British took it in the 18th century. Either makes a good base from

where to make day trips, or depending on length of stay, yachts may choose to

overnight their way around the coast.

We arrive in Menorca’s second city, Ciutadella, on the west coast. A picturesque town,

founded originally by the Carthaginians, it has a beautiful old quarter wrapped

around a natural port, ‘Es Born’, formed by a deep inlet leading to its centre. It’s a

delightful old city, with medieval streets and beautiful ancient architecture to feast

the eye, while plentiful cafés and restaurants dotted around the port feast the palate.


Ciutadella’s nearest beaches are only a few kilometres away at Cala Santandria and

Sa Caleta, while Cala en Bosch to the south is a popular beach resort with a bustling

marina. However, the island’s finest beaches and coves are only a day trip away from

here, or from Mahón, and Menorca really spoils for choice. Those along the northern

and southern coasts are not easily accessible by car, so these are particularly

recommended for visits by yacht.

Like its second city, Menorca’s capital is a picturesque town set around a deep water

inlet, rich in interesting architecture and a bustling atmosphere in the high season. At

over 6km long, Mahón’s harbour is the world’s second deepest inlet after Pearl

Harbour, explaining why it has been used as a port since the 3rd century BC and as

the base for successive naval fleets.

Apart from being a delightful place for strolling around town or sitting on a terrace to

sample the local fare, Mahón has good shopping. Aside from the usual high street

names, the Baroque cloister has a market selling local produce such as charcuterie,

cheeses, wine, and gin, for which Menorca is famous.


DAY ONE: Mahón

Visit the old town of Mahón, which is great for browsing and shopping. Mahón may

not be Milan, but it’s a great place to shop for a wide range of locally-crafted

footwear. Just about everywhere sells ‘abarcas’, the simple leather sandal that is

symbolic of the island. Traditionally made with hard-wearing goat leather, they are

surprisingly comfortable once worn in.

Equestrians should check out a labyrinthian 200-year old family owned store,

‘Armería Escudero’ (C/ Arraval 3), which stocks a bewildering array of horse and

riding-related goods.

Gin lovers, meanwhile, may want

to consider a tour and/or tasting at

the Xoriguer distillery right in the

port. Gin was introduced by the

British in the late 1700s, when this

distillery was built. The island’s

most famous export, in its

distinctive bottle, is often mixed

with a fizzy lemon soft drink,

making a refreshing ‘pomada’ for a

summer’s afternoon.

Alternatively, visit the

picturesque, whitewashed

fishing village of Binibeca

Vell. It's traffic-free and has a

variety of local shops and a

market.


NORTH COAST

See the online beaches and bays map by ESTELA

https://bit.ly/Menorca-by-Estela

On board, explore the north side

of the island. The best spots are

Platja de Cavalleria (40.05973,

4.07683) and Cala Pregonda

(40.05631, 4.04233), which is

particularly good for snorkelling.

It’s a national park, so please be

careful with the protected

posidonia seagrass.

Remember, in Spain it's

compulsory for all operators --

crew or guests -- of personal

watercraft (PWC), such as jet

skis, to have a licence. Licences

also apply for diving or fishing

in the national park.

Playas de Algaiarens; there are two beaches to be found at Algaiarens, one more

open and one more secluded, with a nearby cave to explore on the hill.

Cala Pregonda; rich with fish swimming through crystal clear waters, Pregonda is a

favourite for snorkellers.

Platja de Cavalleria; an open expanse of sand and nearby car park means Cavalleria

is popular, so avoid peak times.

Cala Presili; on the eastern side of the island, Presili backs onto the Alubfera des

Grau National and resembles a Caribbean idyll.


18:00h: Sunset Cocktails

On your first night in the Balearics, enjoy one of the finest sunsets in the

whole of the Mediterranean...

Cova d’en Xoroi, Cala en Porter (covadenxoroi.com)

Set deep into west-facing rock-cliff caverns at Cala Coves, Cova d‘en Xoroi is the most

famous of Menorca’s party venues. Dramatic position and stunning sunset views are

extra special. ‘VIP terrace’ booking is highly recommended.

Dinner (8 min drive from Cova

d'en Xoroi)

Torralbenc (torralbenc.com)

Renovated, rustic hilltop finca with

gorgeous views over the

surrounding countryside. Basqueinspired

cuisine.


DAY TWO: Cuitadella (anchor)

SOUTH COAST

The finest waters are to be found along the south of the island. The best bays are

Cala Mitjana (39.932236, 3.972037), Cala Macarelleta (39.936395, 3.937060) and

Cala Turqueta (39.931069, 3.914679).

Cala Turqueta; a beautiful virgin beach,

but one that can get crowded at peak

times. Apart from the pristine beach itself,

the big draw is that it’s a great spot for

cliff-jumping.

Cala Macarelleta; the water here is so

clear that yachts appear to hover.

Macarelleta is understandably popular,

but it’s worth getting here early to secure

a spot. Its bigger adjoining cala,

Macarella, has a ‘chiringuito’ serving

drinks and food, for a casual bite on the

beach.

Cala Mitjana; there are two coves at

Mitjana to choose from. The lack of any

nearby facilities may make this a decent

bet if looking to avoid the crowds.

Cala Trebalúger: a reasonably large strip

of white sand, shallow turquoise waters

and pine-coated cliffs make Trebalúger a

particularly lovely spot to anchor.


Cave enthusiasts may want to visit Cova des

Coloms, a huge natural cave located in in the

middle of nowhere, near Binigaus, inland from

Santo Tomas.

110 metres deep, 15 metres wide and 24 metres

tall, ‘the Cathedral’ is a striking natural

phenomenon.

This is an accessible beautiful water cave for

beginners, starting with a short walk to the coast

where you will put on a wetsuit, fins and helmet

with a headlamp. A short swim of about 200 metres

brings you to the cave entrance. From there, you

can explore the cave on foot, enjoy the beautiful

formations and swim in the lakes.

DINING

Ciutadella has many cafés and restaurants along the quayside and in the centre,

many serving the daily catch. These recommendations are tried and tested by us and

our guests.

S'Amarador,

Ciutadella

(samarador.com)

Seafood restaurant

overlooking the

port

Godai, Ciutadella (godaimenorca.com)

Japanese-Menorcan cuisine, with a notable sake list, views over the marina


ACTIVITIES

It’s fair to say that most ‘activity’ in Menorca is focused on its shores and surrounding

waters. The interior is rustic and flatter than the other Balearic islands, featuring

small, sleepy villages surrounded by farmland.

The island is popular with hikers, bikers and horse riders. Menorca’s strong

equestrian traditions mean it is a wonderful place to explore on horseback. There

are a number of stables that offer horse riding excursions across and around the

island.

Camí de Cavalls

One popular trail is Camí de Cavalls de Menorca, an important piece of island

heritage, started in 1330 during the rule of Jaume II, to enable armed knights to

patrol the coast. Extended and completed by the French and British, during their

18th century reigns over Menorca, today it is merely a 185 km loop that circles the

entire island, following the coastline closely. It is a stunning path with magnificent

views, surrounded by a wide range of flora and fauna.


DAY THREE: Cuitadella (anchor)

DINING OUT

Smoix, CIUTADELLA +34 971 38 28 08

On the main road through Ciutadella is this

industrial-looking, small restaurant, serving

highly-rated local, organic, seasonal produce.

Particularly recommended is the prawn

ravioli.

Rels, CIUTADELLA, +34 971 48 05 16

Opened in 2015 by two chefs with extensive

Michelin-starred experience, Rels serves

contemporary menorcan cuisine, along with

one of the most extensive wine lists on the

island.


Depart to Mallorca

DAY FOUR: Port de Pollença/Pollença (at anchor)

The north of Mallorca is arguably the most beautiful piece of coastline the island has

to offer. Larger yachts frequently anchor off-shore, though mooring in nearby Port

d’Alcudia’s commercial port can be arranged with sufficient notice.

Spain’s most expensive homes can

be found here, with jaw-dropping

views and perfectly secluded. Port

de Pollença (also ‘Puerto Pollensa’),

is a well-established low-rise resort

with sandy beaches wrapped

around a horseshoe bay and a

seafront mostly unchanged in

decades.

It is one of Mallorca’s quieter

resorts, popular with families and

travellers whose idea of evening

entertainment is a stroll along the

picturesque Pine Walk, a 3-

kilometre cobbled promenade

stretching along half of the bay. The

seafront offers an array of dining

and drinking options, as well as

many shops and boutiques to

browse.

Port de Pollença was the spark for Agatha

Christie’s short story, ‘Problem in Pollensa

Bay’, when the author first stayed here in

March 1932. Hotel Formentor had been

deemed too extortionate for her tastes,

settling instead upon the fine Illa d’Or Hotel on

Pine Walk (which remains open today),

inspiring her to introduce the character ‘Mr

Parker Pyne’. Today, off-season visitors are

more likely to encounter the Team Ineos

professional cycling squad, in training on

nearby climbs ahead of the Tour season.

See the online beaches

and bays map by ESTELA

https://bit.ly/Mallorca-by-Estela


DAY FIVE: Port d’Alcudia/Alcudia (at anchor)

Inland, Alcúdia’s walled old town is worth a visit, where the old gates still stand and

where cobbled narrow streets are home to shops, bars and boutiques, while on

Sundays it holds one of the island’s biggest markets. Along with the typical

Mediterranean marketware, there is lots of Mallorca produce on offer, while chatty

locals add to the colour.

Cap Formentor is a peninsula jutting

out from the north-eastern corner of

Mallorca, featuring 400-metre high

cliffs densely covered in pine trees. At

the very tip is the lighthouse, ‘Faro

Formentor’, one of the island’s most

famous landmarks, while its most

inaccessible sandy (public) beach lies

in front of the exclusive Hotel

Formentor, currently undergoing a

major transformation to re-open as a

Four Seasons resort in 2023.

Waters on this side of the island are

particularly clear, with lots of coves

and cliffs to enjoy. It is a perfect place

for diving. We can organise your

diving instructor on board.


DAY SIX, SEVEN & EIGHT: Port de Sóller/Sóller

Port De Sóller, Sóller, Deià, Valldemossa, Fornalutx, Sa Calobra

Continuing up along Mallorca’s west coast, we head for

Port de Sóller, berthed at Marina Tramontana. Port de

Sóller is a stunning natural bowl and is therefore a

tourism hotspot during the high season. A pretty

fishing village with a stretch of sandy beach, with many

seafront shops, bars and restaurants make for a lovely

spot to relax.

It is also a great place from which to explore some of

Mallorca’s most picturesque villages, with an old

wooden train trundling up to the hilltop town of

nearby Sóller at regular intervals.

The town is famous for its olive industry, but also for

lemons and oranges. On a hot day, a locally-made fruit

sorbet is a refreshing must.

A stone’s throw from Sóller lies

Fornalutx, often voted one of the

prettiest villages in the whole of Spain.

It’s a small, photogenic village whose

attraction is its narrow cobbled streets,

pretty houses with red roofs, with

flower pots abound and beautiful

mountain views.

By car, a drive from Sóller to Deià and

on to Valldemossa provides views of

the most stunning bit of coastline

anywhere, while a stop in each town is

worthwhile. Deià is known for its literary

and musical connections, with many

writers and artists drawn here since

early in the 20th century. The poet and

novelist, Robert Graves settled here and

his house is now a museum, while

several Spanish-language writers and

poets came here for inspiration from

the mainland and South America.


In the 1980s Deià became associated with

Sir Richard Branson, whose Virgin Group

once operated the ’La Residencia’ hotel in

the town. The exclusive resort has in the

past been host to famous names such as

Mick Jagger, Princess Diana and Harrison

Ford.

More recently, it has been nearby Cala

Deià, on the coast, that has been drawing

many visitors, after the screening of a TV

adaptation of a John Le Carré thriller, ‘The

Night Manager’. Largely set in Mallorca,

some major scenes were filmed at the

ramshackle restaurant, Ca‘s Patró March,

perched precariously just on the water’s

edge.

The eatery is not quite the fancy venue

portrayed in the hit drama, but its unique

setting with beautiful cove views, and

accessibility directly by tender, makes a

visit worthwhile.

Valldemossa is an achingly beautiful village, set in the mountains. It is the place where

Frederic Chopin once spent an unhappy winter in 1838/39 with George Sand, due to

the inclement weather. Chopin was suffering from tuberculosis due to inclement

weather, though it was a productive stay for the couple.

The pair rented a ‘cell’ consisting of three rooms in Real Cartuja (Royal Carthusian

Monastery), part of the charterhouse that had been a royal residence, until it was

donated to Carthusian monks in 1399 until 1835, when the monks were evicted.

In one of the rooms, Chopin had

an upright piano installed, on

which he completed Preludes Op

28 and composed Ballade No 2,

Op 38 in F major and Scherzo No

3, Op 39 in C-sharp minor. For

her part, Sand wrote an

autobiographical travel novel,

‘Winter in Majorca’, documenting

their visit.


The quiet and picturesque town has its share of small shops, eateries and art

galleries, so is a pleasant spot to while away an hour or two. Hikers can choose from

a number of trails that originate here. A drive from Sóller in the other direction, north

towards Sa Calobra (the snake) is 38km of motoring or cycling nirvana. This famous

stretch of hair pinned tarmac has featured in many motoring TV shows and

photoshoots. Taking one’s eye off the road to admire the stunning views is probably

inadvisable...


DAY NINE & TEN: Port d'Andratx

Port D’andratx, Sant Elm, Sa Dragonera

Near Port d'Andratx, at the westerly tip of Mallorca, is the picturesque fishing

village of Sant Elm, a popular spot for hikers to walk up to ‘Sa Trapa’, a ruined

Trappist monastery with stunning views of the coastline and surrounding areas

Sant Elm looks out over Sa Dragonera, a six-kilometre long rock that gets its name

from its dragon-like shape, and is home to over 350 different plant species. Many

plants uncommon to the rest of the island include wild cabbage, corn chamomile,

horseshoe vetch and European fan palm.

The islet is a strategic point during bird migration and many colonies of sea birds and

birds of prey can be found here. Gulls, shearwaters and osprey are among the

species frequently found patrolling its shores. In addition to birds, a small subspecies

of lizard native to Sa Dragonera is characteristic, in fact the name of the

island comes from the large number of these lizards you come across while strolling

around the island.


DAY 11 & 12: Port Adriano

Port Adriano is a great

base for exploring

nearby coves and

beaches, as well as

scuba diving at Santa

Ponsa and other

watersports. The

marina complex itself

has a number of

luxury retail outlets, as

well as a decent

assortment of

restaurants and cafés.

The marina also hosts concerts and performances by leading artists throughout the

summer season, providing a buzzy atmosphere.

DAY 13: Puerto Portals

Puerto Portals is a prestigious nautical

and leisure complex, where there's

always something going on.

The marina has many boutiques, bars

and restaurants, offering a wide variety

of cuisine and atmosphere, ranging

from casual dining to Michelin-rated

cooking.


Day 14 & 15: Palma

Palma de Mallorca

Spending a couple of

days in Palma, a

great way to explore

the city is to stroll or

roll around the old

town. The entire

centre is easily

covered on foot.

Passeig del Born

One of Palma’s main boulevards, Passeig del Born, is directly opposite STP, with the

cathedral to your right, bringing you to the heart of the city. Shops, cafés, galleries

and ateliers are dotted all along the narrow, winding, flagstoned lanes that come off

either side.

A traditional way to start is to take breakfast at

the original C’an Joan de S’Aigua in Calle Sans.

Founded in 1700, it is one of the city’s classic

bakeries and coffee houses, famous locally for

its ensaimadas and cuartos. If stopping by later

in the day, this characterful establishment also

makes its own artisanal ice cream.

Palma Cathedral, or ‘La Seu’, is the

second-largest Gothic cathedral in Spain.

It features ‘The Gothic Eye’, one of the

world’s largest rose windows with 1,236

pieces of stained glass. Its columns are

ringed with wrought-iron candelabra

designed by Gaudi.

At the southern end, don't miss the Portal

del Mirador, a 15th-century door by

Guillem Sagrera featuring scenes from the

Last Supper.


The Royal Palace of La Almudaina

dates back to the 14th century and is

the official residence of the King and

Queen during their stays in Mallorca.

Remains of the 12th century Arab

citadel can still be found in the layout

of the present castle.

On the outskirts of the city, Bellver Castle is a

Gothic-style building from the 14th century,

built for King Jaume II. Uniquely, it is the only

round castle in Spain. Used as a military

prison for 200 years, now it is a museum and

a visitor attraction. The upper floor terrace

has stunning views over Palma Bay.

Other highlights around the city are Plaza

Cort, featuring the most-photographed of all

of Mallorca’s millions of olive trees, the

ancient baths in the Arab quarter, the Jewish

quarter, and many classic Mallorcan patios,

tucked away in the backstreets.

Lovers of modern art should head to Es Baluard museum of modern and contemporary art

housed in a former military fortress. Its permanent collection includes works by Cézanne,

Gauguin, Picasso, Miro, Picabia, Magritte, Giacometti , Motherwell, Tàpies, as well as more

recent artists such as Horn, Plessi, Polke, Kiefer, Schnabel, Barceló, and Scully.


Shopping

If it’s a shopping ‘fix’ you need, our personal shopper can collect you from your yacht,

making sure you don’t miss out on the best Palma has to offer. Start your shopping

experience at Plaza de Juan Carlos I. Then make your way down the picturesque

promenade of Paseo del Borne, in the heart of the city.

While ‘El Born’ today is all about boutiques and cafés, its history is richly colourful.

During Roman times and up to the Muslim era, around the end of the first

millennium, it was no more than a gully, serving as an overflow from the torrent of

Sa Riera to the sea. It was rerouted after a flood in 1403, in which five thousand

people died, almost a fifth of Palma’s population at the time.

From the early 17th century, jousting tournaments took place here, with the name

‘Born’ given for the Catalan word for the protective piece of wood placed at the end

of a horseman’s spear.

By the 20th century it had turned into a smart tree-lined promenade, with stone

benches lining the wide pedestrian thoroughfare. This is where debutantes, in tightly

corseted dresses and ankle boots, were paraded by their chaperones as though

livestock, in front of eligible bachelors looking on from the sidelines. Today, it is

where many of the city’s festivities take place.

Graced with high end labels such

as Louis Vuitton, Loewe, Bvlgari,

Cartier and Rialto Living, to

name just a few, Palma has plenty

of exclusive brands on offer. For

smaller boutiques and lesser

known designer wear, there are

many individual shops tucked

away in the sidestreets of the old

centre. For art, ceramics or

antiques, there are many galleries

and studios to discover.


Day 16: Mondrago/Llombards/Santanyi (at anchor)

Before heading off to Ibiza, we suggest an extra night at anchor, to discover the

unspoiled beauty of the south-eastern side of the island.

Some of the small beaches here are less accessible by land than others, so tend to be

quiet even in the peak season. Come ashore for a beach set-up, or simply enjoy the

view of pine forests and sandy beaches, offset by the palest blue waters.

Before sailing to the White Island, consider a stop, by tender, at Cabrera. ‘Parque

Nacional del Archipiélago de Cabrera’, to give it its full name, is a cluster of 19 islands,

with Cabrera (‘Goat Island’, even though there are no goats present) being its largest.

It became a prison camp during the Napoleonic Wars and a military base in 1916.

Now a protected national park, it is a haven for plant- and wildlife, including turtles

and whales and two hundred species of fish, as well as bird colonies. With

underwater caves and coral and crystal clear waters, Cabrera is popular for scuba

divers. Contact us to arrange your visit, allowing plenty of notice during the high

season, or you may miss out. Max LOA here is 30m.


Depart to Ibiza

DAY 17-20: Ibiza & Formentera

Ibiza, the destination better known for its party scene than for history, art and

culture, continues to be the primary superyacht magnet in the Balearics.

If it’s culture your guests seek, just get in touch for an itinerary with ideas for places

to visit and things to see that link to its Moorish past In the meantime, here we focus

on the coves and beaches that most yachting visitors come for.

There are many spots worthy of consideration, but assuming you seek plenty of

space for your towel without rubbing thighs with the riff-raff, check out our beach

and coves map, where we pick some of the best, going clockwise around the coast.

Ibiza is well known for its hippy markets, street and food markets. The Las Dalias

Hippy Market is the best known one, on Saturdays in San Carlos. Here, you will find

lots of fashion and jewellery, artisan crafts and paintings. Adding to the atmosphere

are street performers, Moroccan tea tents and live music.


AROUND IBIZA: SOUTH-WEST

Setting off early from Marinas Ibiza, Botafoch,

Magna or Sovereign, and heading south gives

guests a chance to visit some of the island’s

stunning southernmost beaches and coves.

See the online beaches and

bays map by ESTELA

http://bit.ly/Ibiza-by-Estela

First up is Es Cavallet, an extensive,

picturesque, white sandy beach with

protected dunes and salt flats behind,

sometimes windy with rolling waves. Part of it

is denoted as nudist beach and is there is a

lively gay scene at the southern end, with a

number of popular restaurants and beach

clubs, like El Chiringuito or Sa Escollera

drawing a relaxed crowd.

At the southern tip is Salinas, one of the busier beaches on the island. This extensive

white sandy beach with clear waters is a popular meeting point for locals and

celebrities alike, with well-known restaurants like Malibú and Guaraná known to pull

in famous faces. Other notable hotspots are Jockey Club and Sa Trinxa beach clubs.

Around the southern tip, 10km west of Ibiza Town, lies Sa Caleta beach, collared by

distinctive orange cliffs. Part sand, part rock, the site features some Phoenician ruins

dating back to 654 BC.

Further along, Cala Jondal is one of the most popular Ibizan beaches, with a number

of beach clubs drawing affluent sun worshippers and the odd famous face.

Restaurants like Es Savina, right on the waterfront, or beach clubs like Blue Marlin

and Tropicana keep visitors fed, watered and entertained.


Those seeking something quieter might prefer to anchor at Porroig, a stunning cove

further along. Later, taking in the sunset off the island’s western tip at Cala d’Hort

makes for a stunning end of the day, overlooking the 400-metre high white rock of Sa

Vedra before heading back to port.

On land at this spot, adventurous visitors are known to clamber up Sa Pedrera to

‘Atlantis’, above a remote cove considered to have mythical qualities. Its sharp-edged

rocks are remnants of an ancient quarry, carved out in order to build the Lost City of

Atlantis, so the myth goes.

It is a labyrinth of caves, rocks, holes and sea pools, and is a beautiful spot from

which to watch the sun set behind Sa Vedra. On your way down you will pass a

‘witch’s cave’ where, if superstitious, you must leave a possession at the entrance or

risk having bad luck...

AROUND IBIZA: EAST

Another day trip from Ibiza Town, this time up the east coast, initially in the direction

of s’Argamassa. A small, secluded south-facing beach, s’Argamassa offers an array

of water-sports, while beach clubs like Nikki Beach and Seasoul are perhaps an

option for those looking to chill.

Further up is the white- crested surf of Aigües Blanques, with views over the nearby

private island of Tagomago. With white sands and rocky areas, this beach area is less

developed and is popular with locals. It is also an official nudist beach. At the

northern tip is Portinatx, a resort with three beautiful beaches that are particularly

popular with snorkelers and divers.


FORMENTERA

Formentera, the smaller of the ‘pine islands’ or Pitiusas, as Ibiza and Formentera are

collectively known, is sometimes referred to as a ‘secret’ island, being somewhat off

the beaten path. Formentera may lack its own airport but it’s been no stranger to ‘A

List’ visitors since the 1960s and 70s, when the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan and

Pink Floyd came to stay.

Minimal development has preserved this island’s pristine, Maldives-like beaches and

waters. Moor up off Ses Illetes, either on a buoy or anchored in sand (with the aid of

the anchoring service) and enjoy what is regarded as one of the world’s finest

beaches. It’s low-key chic, with much of the evening action consisting of cocktails and

perhaps some dancing outside a ‘chiringuito’ with a DJ, on the beach. There are some

nightclubs to be found near Es Pujols’ bustling seaside promenade, but that isn’t

what most visitors come for.

Off the northern tip of Formentera lies the –connected, at low tide– uninhabited

private island of Espalmador, popular with snorkelers and picnickers. The islet is

famous in the region for its sulphurous mud flats, and although mud bathing is

technically not permitted, this is widely disregarded.


Return to Palma

DAY 21: Palma de Mallorca

Return to Palma for a final day of sightseeing, shopping, or activity. Full details of

suggested activities in Mallorca, wine tasting and gastronomy, and for our

recommended restaurants around the islands, please see our separate guides.

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