The Spanish island’s seaside capital punches above its weight when it comes to restaurants, art and culture – perfect for a late-spring or early-summer getaway
April 2018
Palma de Mallorca to ban residents renting apartments to tourists
Concerns about high rental prices and over-tourism in the capital of Mallorca have led authorities to ban homeowners from renting out flats to visitors
October 2016
The foodie traveller
An assault course of temptations: Mallorca’s new gourmet market
The San Juan gastronomic market in Palma, the island’s capital, opened just over a year ago, but already has a place in the heart and stomachs of local foodies
July 2014
10 of the best restaurants in Palma de Mallorca – on a budget
Savouring the best cuisine in the Balearics needn’t be costly, especially if you go for the lunchtime menú del día. Richard Eilers hunts down the best bargain restaurants in Palma de Mallorca
October 2012
The golden age of Palma de Mallorca
With its palacios and promenades, chic restaurants and boutique hotels, Palma provides a modern take on its ancient past. Paul Richardson discovers a great winter-break destination
July 2010
Top 10 city guides
Ten top eats in Palma, Mallorca
Annabelle Thorpe recommends 10 tapas bars and bodegas in the Mallorcan capital
May 2009
Live like a local in the Med
Follow Annabelle Thorpe's guide to holidays that let you slow down to the Mediterranean pace of life
April 2009
Clever city breaks don't have to bust the budget
Nicola Iseard: If you choose your destination carefully, even the eurozone offers great value for your weak pound
April 2008
Palma de Mallorca
Kevin Gould steers clear of the tourist-filled tapas bars and cafes to discover hang-outs where the food is worthy of a capital city
August 2007
Palma brushes up
Palma launches of the city's first International Art Week from September 17.
December 2006
Flying visit
The island’s hotels have dropped their prices, so there are some great deals - plus an Edvard Munch exhibition at the Fundació La Caixa.
September 2005
Big night out
Palma
January 2003
So near, yet so spa
You don't have to fly long-haul for some five-star pampering and a touch of sun. Dee O'Connell gets massaged in Mallorca and Ursula Kenny joins celebs in Cyprus
January 2002
The beach can wait
Mallorca's capital is more than a gateway to the coastal resorts, writes Dorota Nosowicz.
