An idyllic mountain village sprawled in the mountain range of the Serra de Tramuntana is precisely what you can expect when you visit Fornalutx. The spectacular views from the village are what dreams are made of. When I was informed of this village that has claimed the title of 'The most beautiful village in Spain' …
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Summer is heating things up here in Mallorca, it's always magical to be back in Mallorca, Spain. My other home, the place where my soul feels full. The heat is pretty intense, although life in Mallorca is always pretty hot. With endless activities and adventures to be had, I have been enjoying some stunning sightseeing …
Live tunes, cold drinks, amazing people and an epic atmosphere. Sounds pretty darn awesome doesn't?! That's because those things are awesome! Agua Bar in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, is exactly where it's at if those are things that are up your alley. Agua Bar has it all. That's actually a fish tank in the window, and …
One thing to remember when embarking on a dinner mission in Spain - 'Most restaurants don't open before 8'. Freaken heck though, most westerner's don't like to eat after 8. It can be a tad bit of an adjustment. Seeing as how I am programmed to have dinner quite early in the evening, I always …
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There is nothing like a Mallorcan adventure. More so, just a nice afternoon excursion out of Palma. It's always good to get out of the city when you can, there is just way too many things to experience on this wondrous island. The winter weather has been so incredibly awesome, it just asking to be basked …
Sunday funday! One of my favorite days of the week. Its the day I just do whatever I darn well please. Hence why its called Sunday funday. So how does one go about enjoying a Sunday in Mallorca? Well a good start would be to find yourself a quaint little cafe and get your engines …
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History, Coffee, Ice Cream, and your typical Spanish pastries. Sounds pretty darn delightful doesn't it? Well, it was - and you probably should have been there. Being Saturday afternoon after a busy week of being awesome. My energy was lagging a tad(even though it comes naturally, it still can take it out of a person) …
Continue reading C’an Joan de S’Aigo, Palma’s historical ice cream parlor.
Gastromarkets. These concepts are a rave around the globe at the moment, popping up all over the show. For darn good reason too. Here in Palma de Mallorca, it is just the same. The art of food is a massive focal point for foodies - gastronomy is the craze. Enjoying a meal however, does always …
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As per usual Petrena style, I made the spontaneous decision to return to Spain for a bit. My other home. Palma de Mallorca, Spain. It seems I just can't stay away for that long, it drags me back. Well, in all honesty it doesn't take much dragging. Hello Palma!! Holy man, first of all, …
It was one of those days where I had a craving for some fresh food and Spanish market ambiance. After gathering the troops and getting a meeting point sorted, I was off to Mercat de l'Olivar, to indulge in some fresh seafood, and in addition to that of course, some very tasty Vino. I love …
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