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PICTURE PERFECT PALMA
Palma is home to innovative restaurants, vibrant nightlife, artisanal shops and quirky cafes.
THE cosmopolitan capital city of the
Balearic Islands makes the perfect luxury European city escape. Fine dining experiences,
picturesque rooftops,
boutique hotels and designer shopping make Palma a must-book destination for discerning travellers in 2024.
As the Spanish city with the highest concentration of boutique hotels in its historical centre, Palma welcomed the stylish Nobis Hotel Palma in Summer 2023 to add to its luxury offering. This minimalist Scandinavian hotel is set within a carefully restored
12th century Arabic palace. It
brings together Scandinavian design with local artisan décor to create a sharp contrast between old and new. The historical building houses 37 rooms and suites, a spa, an in- house restaurant and bar, and a sun terrace, offering a relaxed interpretation of five-star contemporary luxury.
Stylish visitors are often drawn to Purobeach Palma for morning yoga sessions and breakfast in sleek white surroundings beside the ocean. After a wander around charming
and club experience to Palma’s seafront. Michelin Green starred Mallorcan chef Andreu Genestra heads up the kitchen, using local ingredients to curate an impressive Mediterranean menu that awakens the senses alongside the musical spectacle. June 2024 is a particularly exciting time for tennis fans to visit Palma, as the 2024 Mallorca Championships will be held at the Mallorca Country Club from 22-29 June. The VIP area will combine exceptional tennis matches with an exclusive atmosphere and top gastronomy, and will even give VIP attendees the opportunity to meet and greet the top players.
cobbled streets and esteemed art galleries in the historic city centre, shopaholics ought to head straight for the tree-lined Passeig des Born avenue and Avenida de Jaume III – both hotspots for designer shopping. High end local boutiques meet Spanish designer labels and international luxury brands including Louis Vuitton, Mulberry, and Balearic favourite Loewe. At
dinnertime visitors are spoilt for
choice, as Palma boasts a plethora of high end restaurants.
Standout international
eateries include Marc Fosh for Michelin starred dining, De Tokio a Lima for Japanese- Peruvian fusion cuisine and Izakaya for sushi in the trendy Santa Catalina district. Afterwards, the likes of Nivia Born Boutique Hotel, Hotel Sant Francesc and Nakar Hotel shake up cocktails on their chic rooftops with picturesque views over the city or the ocean. Those seeking VIP nightlife should head
to Lío Mallorca, a new venue on Palma’s iconic Paseo Marítimo which has brought the iconic Pacha Group’s glamorous cabaret
THE TOP 3 COOLEST NEIGHBOURHOODS TO VISIT IN PALMA, MALLORCA
PALMA is restaurants,
home to innovative vibrant nightlife,
artisanal shops and quirky cafes. As the most cosmopolitan city in the Balearic Islands, it is perfect for those seeking a trendy city break. The Palma Tourist Board outlines its recommendations of the coolest areas to visit in this Mallorcan city.
1. Santa Catalina
Formerly Palma’s fisherman’s quarter, Santa
Catalina is a
trendy neighbourhood with a relaxed village atmosphere. These days, old fisherman’s cottages and windmills house quirky
independent shops,
hipster cafes, bars, yoga studios, and restaurants serving international cuisine. Visitors should pick up a coffee from Santina before sampling the gourmet produce and street food available at the neighbourhood’s buzzy indoor Santa Catalina Market, and making their way down Calle Fabrica, which comes to life in the evening. Creative types will enjoy exploring the contemporary Es Baluard gallery, whilst fashionistas cannot miss the neighbourhood’s vintage boutiques, such as La Simo. Boutique hotel Bordoy Continental Palma makes a great base for exploring all that Santa Catalina has to offer.
2. El Terreno y el Paseo Marítimo
Once a glamorous neighbourhood frequented by artists and writers in the 60s and 70s, El Terreno suffered a decline in the following decades. Now, abandoned buildings are being
revitalised into boutique hotels and edgy restaurants in this iconic neighbourhood with views over the Bay of Palma. Old meets new at the dynamic Plaza Gomila, where modern eateries are popping up in brutalist buildings. One such new opening is BRUTUS, serving seasonal Mediterranean fare in a garden terrace and open kitchen-diner, where visitors can watch their food prepared in the wood oven. For those seeking VIP nightlife, the Paseo Marítimo is a must-visit. Many bars and the emblematic Social Club Mallorca can be found here, promising a glamorous night out. In July 2023, the iconic Pacha Group will also launch Lío Mallorca
– an extravagant musical cabaret dining experience – on Palma’s seafront.
3. Old Town
Aside from Palma old town’s impressive La Seu Cathedral, cobbled patios, and traditional cafes such as C’an Joan de S’aigo, it also offers visitors an exceptional shopping experience. The elegant tree-lined shopping avenues of Passeig del Born and Avenida de Jaume III are home to high end designer boutiques, Spanish labels, department stores, and luxury brands including Louis Vuitton, Mulberry and Loewe. Many boutique hotels in this area, such as Nivia Born and Nakar, have stylish rooftops offering cocktails with incredible views of the port of Palma. In this beautiful area, visitors will also find innovative cuisine, such as Japanese- Peruvian fusion dishes at De Tokio a Lima.
www.nitravelnews.com
January 2024
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