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Morgan Mallorca
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Our blog is to share our love of Mallorca. If you are looking for some inspiration where to stay, where to eat and or something to do, with a combination of authenticity and sophistication then read on .... www.mallorcavilla.co.uk
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 6 years ago
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Spend time with your family on these beautiful white sandy beaches
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Mallorca is a true gem when it comes to beaches. From family beaches to dramatic rocky coves and quiet coastlines they all share the beautiful azure blue ocean that invites you in.  
Puerto Pollensa - A shady boulevard and sandy beach   When it’s 30+ degrees the only thing you want is to make the most of the beach, enjoying a refreshing drink on a sun lounger while the kids build sandcastles. Luckily, Puerto Pollensa is only a short drive from the majority of our properties. This little town has a lovely sandy beach with shallow waters and a shady boulevard full of good quality eateries, shops, and cafes. You can rent many kinds of boats from pedalos and windsurfers to sailing dinghies, motorboats and even yachts! There are boat trips around the bay and to the Formentor Peninsula. Another big plus is the option to park close by the beach so you don’t have to carry your towels for too long in the heat. The busiest part of the beach is from the marina towards the pine walks. If you would like to have a bit more space we would recommend to go in the opposite direction towards Alcudia where there are also a couple of playgrounds for children young and old.
Puerto Alcudia to Playa de Muro - For families The biggest, longest, flattest, and most comfortable white sandy beach is Puerto d’Alcudia to Playa de Muro.  Often voted one of, if not the best beach in Mallorca, this stretch of sand is ideal for the whole family. The shallow waters, plenty of space, and lifeguards on the watch make it a great place for the little ones to run around, play in the sea and bury themselves up to their necks in the sand. For the rest of the family, there are comfortable sun loungers, lots of watersports activities, ice-creams to taste, and restaurants and cafes in every price range. Yes, this place is busy in summer but it’s so spacious that there’s always enough space for you and your family.
Formentor Beach A beautiful spot, with a backdrop of pine forest and views to the mountains. After a spectacular drive along the Formentor Peninsula or by ferry from Puerto Pollensa you’ll reach this beach. It’s narrow and very popular so we recommend to either go very early or at the end of the day, but definitely worth a visit!
North East Cala Agulla
If you love to be surrounded by nature and want to explore further afield, we would recommend the spectacular white beaches of Cala Agulla. Approximately an hours drive from Pollensa, it is surrounded by stunning landscapes and only has little development. It’s a great place to bring your own picnic or you can go for a stroll in the medieval town Capdepera or enjoy the buzz of Cala Rajada and on a clear day see right across the Balearic channel to Ciutadella, Menorca.
Travelled to Mallorca before? Let us know your best beach recommendations in the comments.
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 6 years ago
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Mirador viewpoint in Formentor, Pollensa
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Simple breathtaking. The viewpoint in Formentor, Pollensa. A must do for the Mallorca bucket list.
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 6 years ago
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Income tax for non-residents who do not rent out their property (IRNR)
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Imputed Income Tax FAQ
What is non-residents income tax?
As a non-resident property owner in Spain you will need to make an annual tax return in respect of the national letting value of the property, which is called Property Imputed Income Tax. Property Imputed Income Tax is a personal tax, and therefore is levied on each of the owners in proportion to their share of the property.
How is Imputed Income Tax Calculated?
The calculations use the rateable value (or valor catastral) as the base figure for the calculation. The taxable base is obtained from multiplying the rateable value by a percentage, following the below rules:
2% if the rateable value (Found on the IBI receipt) has not been revised since 1st January 1994.
1.1% if it has been updated since 1st January 1994.
In cases where the ratable value is not known, you can use the purchase price divided by two as the base value for the calculations. In this case, the coefficient applied will be 1.1%.
Once we have calculated the taxable base, the accrued tax is obtained multiplying this value by a percentage, which will be (as of 2016):
19% for EU citizens, Iceland and Norway
24% for non EU citizens
Example:
Property worth €180,000 with a valuation set by the local government or, valor catastral, of €110,928 updated in 2014 The tax amount to be lodged with the Tax Authority is €110,928 x 1.1% x 24%: €231.83
Complete instructions on how to calculate this tax can be found on the Tax Office Modelo 210 Instructions
I pay income tax in my country of residence, must I still pay this tax?
As Property Imputed Income Tax has no direct reference to actual income received, and instead pertains to a direct percentage of the rateable value of the property, it bears no significance to whether or not the property has been rented out, and in turn, therefore, any income received. At the moment there is a double tax treaty signed between the UK and Spain so any tax paid in Spain will act as a tax credit against the tax payable in the UK. 
I have not made any income in Spain, so how can I be due income tax in Spain?
Due to the fact the Spanish tax authority assigns an income, or imputed income, or notional letting value to the property, a tax return has to be filed regardless to whether or not the property has been rented and to whether or not the owner has actually derived an income from the property.
What are the exact details of any fines for late payment of this tax?
Non-resident property owners in Spain who fail to pay on time their IRNR, this tax payment must be lodged with the tax office prior to the 31st of December of any fiscal year for payment of the previous fiscal year, are subject to firstly a late payment fine of between 5%-20% and further to which a 5% interest rate of the total amount. In addition to this late payers can expect to receive follow up letters from the Spanish tax office which are all independently priced and which can cost as much as €72 per letter. In cases where non-payment has been identified, legal court action can be raised against the non-payer meaning further costs.
I was never told about this tax before when I bought the property, who is responsible/accountable for this?
Your lawyer should of informed you about this tax, however it is your responsibility as property owner to be aware of your fiscal responsibilities.
Do I need a Fiscal Representative to take care of this tax for me?
Hiring a fiscal representative is not mandatory to submit your imputed income tax return, not even if you own more than one property in Spain (a common misconception still very present among foreigners in Spain). However, most non-residents hire a fiscal representative to take care of filing in, paying and submitting the tax forms. Not only they avoid the hassle of having to go through this process themselves, they also benefit from the extra services included in the fee during a whole year.
What are your fees and responsibilities?
Our Fiscal Representation service is dealt with by a Fully qualified Licensed Tax Advisor and Accountant who covers any dealings with the tax office on your behalf for a whole year, including, but not limited to, the submission of your Imputed Income Tax 210 Forms.
Your fiscal representative will be in charge of receiving any notifications sent from the tax office, and replying within the required time to avoid costly surcharges and fines.
Our recommendation if you decide to shop around is that you ask this person or company exactly what their service includes. In our experience, you will likely be approached by someone who a) will charge you for helping you fill in the 210 forms, b) filling them for you and let you pay them, c) or perhaps will also pay them and submit them with the tax office. Will they also deal free of charge with the Tax Office in the event you are requested to provide further information on your property/ies, have submitted the tax late and receive a letter asking you to pay a fine, etc? It is very important also that you make sure this person or company is properly established and will not disappear one day leaving you in the dark as to what is going on with your taxes, whether they have paid and submitted your tax forms, or they’ve just run away with your money (unfortunately, it happens).
Our fiscal representation service has a fixed fee per year and 300 Euros plus IVA per return. We believe it is very reasonable priced for a whole year service, and if you compare it with similar services offered by other Law firms/Gestorias, probably under what our competitors charge in Mallorca.
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 7 years ago
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Porto Colom stunning fishermans retreat in Mallorca.
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 8 years ago
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Income tax for non-residents who do not rent out their property (IRNR)
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Imputed Income Tax FAQ
What is non-residents income tax?
As a non-resident property owner in Spain you will need to make an annual tax return in respect of the national letting value of the property, which is called Property Imputed Income Tax. Property Imputed Income Tax is a personal tax, and therefore is levied on each of the owners in proportion to their share of the property.
How is Imputed Income Tax Calculated?
The calculations use the rateable value (or valor catastral) as the base figure for the calculation. The taxable base is obtained from multiplying the rateable value by a percentage, following the below rules:
2% if the rateable value (Found on the IBI receipt) has not been revised since 1st January 1994.
1.1% if it has been updated since 1st January 1994.
In cases where the ratable value is not known, you can use the purchase price divided by two as the base value for the calculations. In this case, the coefficient applied will be 1.1%.
Once we have calculated the taxable base, the accrued tax is obtained multiplying this value by a percentage, which will be (as of 2016):
19% for EU citizens, Iceland and Norway
24% for non EU citizens
Example:
Property worth €180,000 with a valuation set by the local government or, valor catastral, of €110,928 updated in 2014 The tax amount to be lodged with the Tax Authority is €110,928 x 1.1% x 24%: €231.83
Complete instructions on how to calculate this tax can be found on the Tax Office Modelo 210 Instructions
I pay income tax in my country of residence, must I still pay this tax?
As Property Imputed Income Tax has no direct reference to actual income received, and instead pertains to a direct percentage of the rateable value of the property, it bears no significance to whether or not the property has been rented out, and in turn, therefore, any income received. At the moment there is a double tax treaty signed between the UK and Spain so any tax paid in Spain will act as a tax credit against the tax payable in the UK. 
I have not made any income in Spain, so how can I be due income tax in Spain?
Due to the fact the Spanish tax authority assigns an income, or imputed income, or notional letting value to the property, a tax return has to be filed regardless to whether or not the property has been rented and to whether or not the owner has actually derived an income from the property.
What are the exact details of any fines for late payment of this tax?
Non-resident property owners in Spain who fail to pay on time their IRNR, this tax payment must be lodged with the tax office prior to the 31st of December of any fiscal year for payment of the previous fiscal year, are subject to firstly a late payment fine of between 5%-20% and further to which a 5% interest rate of the total amount. In addition to this late payers can expect to receive follow up letters from the Spanish tax office which are all independently priced and which can cost as much as €72 per letter. In cases where non-payment has been identified, legal court action can be raised against the non-payer meaning further costs.
I was never told about this tax before when I bought the property, who is responsible/accountable for this?
Your lawyer should of informed you about this tax, however it is your responsibility as property owner to be aware of your fiscal responsibilities.
Do I need a Fiscal Representative to take care of this tax for me?
Hiring a fiscal representative is not mandatory to submit your imputed income tax return, not even if you own more than one property in Spain (a common misconception still very present among foreigners in Spain). However, most non-residents hire a fiscal representative to take care of filing in, paying and submitting the tax forms. Not only they avoid the hassle of having to go through this process themselves, they also benefit from the extra services included in the fee during a whole year.
What are your fees and responsibilities?
Our Fiscal Representation service is dealt with by a Fully qualified Licensed Tax Advisor and Accountant who covers any dealings with the tax office on your behalf for a whole year, including, but not limited to, the submission of your Imputed Income Tax 210 Forms.
Your fiscal representative will be in charge of receiving any notifications sent from the tax office, and replying within the required time to avoid costly surcharges and fines.
Our recommendation if you decide to shop around is that you ask this person or company exactly what their service includes. In our experience, you will likely be approached by someone who a) will charge you for helping you fill in the 210 forms, b) filling them for you and let you pay them, c) or perhaps will also pay them and submit them with the tax office. Will they also deal free of charge with the Tax Office in the event you are requested to provide further information on your property/ies, have submitted the tax late and receive a letter asking you to pay a fine, etc? It is very important also that you make sure this person or company is properly established and will not disappear one day leaving you in the dark as to what is going on with your taxes, whether they have paid and submitted your tax forms, or they've just run away with your money (unfortunately, it happens).
Our fiscal representation service has a fixed fee per year and 300 Euros plus IVA per return. We believe it is very reasonable priced for a whole year service, and if you compare it with similar services offered by other Law firms/Gestorias, probably under what our competitors charge in Mallorca.
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 8 years ago
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RAPHA ARRIVES IN MALLORCA New Clubhouse opening this April http://pages.rapha.cc/feature/rapha-mallorca
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 8 years ago
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A lovely quick guide to Pollenca Old Town by Mollie Bylett , London based travel blogger. http://wheresmollie.com/2016/05/a-quick-guide-to-pollenca-town-mallorca/
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 8 years ago
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Classic stylish Mallorquin bowl. Timeless piece from @estilosantfeliu #mallorca #interiordesign #pottery #saladbowl #timeless (at Estilo Sant Feliu)
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 8 years ago
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We asked Pille Morgan, the interior and design arm of Morgan And Morgan, “What key factors are you looking for when considering the suitability of a rental villa for your Morgan And Morgan Fabulously Good Homes Collection?”
I am looking at a number of factors in a villa, but I think the most important question I ask myself when checking a property is “Would I stay here and be comfortable with my family?”. Our company recognise that paying for your holiday is probably one of the largest purchases you will make this year, so we want to ensure that you are getting a high quality villa and enjoying real home comforts. We want people to rebook with us year in year out. 
We have been renting properties in Mallorca for the last 3 years, and we exclusively manage and rent ten properties however each and every property we know inside and out and are very proud of our homes.. 
Obviously location is important, 90 per cent of our homes are in the beautiful town of Pollensa in the North of the island. The amenities which are key for us are as follows -
(All photos featured from Morgan And Morgan’s villa Son Alaro) 
The furniture and decor has to be high quality throughout.
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Fully equipped kitchens with plenty of utensils, crockery and cutlery. 
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Quality bathrooms and at least one per every two bedrooms.
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Kingsize beds in the master bedrooms with exceptional quality linen and towels. 
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Swimming pool with pool towels.
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High speed WIFI.
BBQ.
Heating and cooling throughout the villas.
Cleanliness and maintenance are paramount, the team looking after our villas are vigorously checked by our Property Managers and Housekeepers. Before a guest arrives the villas are checked to ensure the pools and house are thoroughly cleaned and that there is no maintenance issues. There is nothing more annoying than arriving to a villa and discovering the pool is dirty or air-conditioning & WIFI is not working, we will not leave anything to chance. 
We currently manage and rent eight homes in the town of Pollenca and one in the centre of the island, Alaro. We have four new houses that are being completely refurbished in Pollenca and will be ready hopefully for the latter part of 2017 season. 
The owners share our vision and this is important, they are very happy to re-invest in their homes to ensure they keep the standards high. 
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 9 years ago
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Holiday car hire: 10 ways to avoid being ripped off
As an experienced renter of cars in Mallorca I have had my share of been taken for a ride over holiday car hire. This guide will put you in the driving seat.
1. Buy the basic package only
The secret to saving money on car hire is to buy the basic package only. Car hire firms make all their profits by selling you the add-ons, which are usually absurdly expensive. In particular, ignore pressure to buy their collision damage waiver (CDW) or "super" CDW insurance, which will cover the "excess", usually £500-£1,000, not covered by the basic insurance. Instead, arrange your own cover independently – see step three.
2. Bring your own satnav and child car seats
We tested the cost of hiring a satnav for a week and were asked for €97 for one week.
This is a waste of money. You can buy a new satnav that covers both the UK and Europe for around £50-£60. Autoclick are now providing free WIFI dongle meaning you can connect your phone to the internet and access your own GPS. 
Child seats are more tricky. Some rental companies are asking around ���50  per week for a booster seat. But if you are flying with a charter airline such as Monarch, it is free to take a child seat with you. Booster seats cost as little as £8 to buy in the UK, indicating just how overpriced the car hire deals are.
If you are flying on a low-cost airline such as Ryanair, check the additional baggage cost when booking. Ryanair charges £10 each way for a child car seat, so even with this extra cost it can still make sense to bring it along.
3. Save £100 by buying excess insurance
When you rent a car, the price generally includes insurance cover for a major crash, write-off, etc, but leaves you with the bill for the first £500 to £1,000. If there are any small scratches or scrapes, adding up to, say, £500 worth of damage, it means you have to pay it in full. So the car hire firms try to persuade you into buying super CDW insurance to cover this first £500-£1,000. But they charge as much as £150 for a week, compared to the £33 cost of buying it independently.
Insurance4carhire.com is an independent insurance company that will sell you an annual excess policy for Europe for £49, or £4.75 per day for shorter rentals.
Unlike the car hire firm's own policies, its policies cover damage to windows, tyres, undercarriage and the roof, and the rest of the car up to £2,000 per single claim. If you damage the car, you pay the car hire firm the agreed excess and then reclaim.
Readers who have claimed say customer service and claims handling is quick and excellent.
icarhireinsurance.com is another firm in this area. Its annual European policy is £40 a year, but is not quite as comprehensive.
4. Ignore the sales patter at the collection desk
This is where you need to be strong. Don't be persuaded to buy insurance you have already paid for (above). When you fill out the rental agreement, the local agent will try to sell you their super CDW that reduces the excess to zero. They will tell you that your insurance isn't valid (it is) and they will try to sell you windscreen wheel, tyre, and undercarriage insurance (if you bought from the likes of Insurance4carhire, you will also have this).
Assuming you have a policy, don't fall for it. We get lots of complaints about this, and the car hire firm is under no obligation to refund you because you bought two policies – nor is the agent you hired the car from. If you paid twice, it's your mistake.
When you refuse the extra cover, the rental firm will "pre-authorise" a sum to cover the excess on your credit card – typically £600 or so in the local currency. This is normal and allows the firm to charge your card the excess if you do have a crash. They will also charge you for the fuel if appropriate.
You will need enough available credit on your card to handle both.
5. Check the fuel policy, the mileage and other extras
Before you hand over your credit card details, look up the company's fuel policy. If you are driving a long way, does your rental limit the mileage in any way? If you are under 25, is there a surcharge?
A growing number of firms (for Spanish rentals in particular) now insist on a full-to-empty fuel policy on rentals of more than three or four days. You pay for a full tank of fuel and then bring it back empty, which is fine in theory, but if you aren't using the car much you'll end up paying for three-quarters of a tank of fuel you didn't use.
Renters on the small Spanish islands report it being impossible to use a full tank of fuel. Even the big firms now adopt this policy. The only way round it in Spain for those on a week's holiday is to go for a series of short rentals. Elsewhere, such as Italy, it is less prevalent, but starting to appear.
6. Note all damage, and video or photograph the car
This is the key moment. Before you leave, go round the car and look for anydamage and mark even minor scratches on the rental agreement. Don't leave anything off. Same for the interior. Check the spare wheel is there, inflated and undamaged. Check the car is full of fuel if it supposed to be, and record the mileage, if it's restricted.
Once you have marked all the damage on the sheet, get someone at the rental desk to sign it – even if it is a long walk or drive back to the desk. If you don't there is nothing to stop the firm arguing that you caused the damage at the end the rental.
Once signed for, there can be no dispute. Take a video or digital pictures of the car (especially any pre-existing damage) as extra proof.
7. Photo the car on return and keep the paperwork
Assuming you have done no damage, and have filled it up (if required), park it up and then take digital photos of each panel of the car, the wheels, the mileometer, and other shots.
Hand the keys back to the person at the desk. If late at night post them through the letter box. Be wary if approached by someone in the car park claiming to work for the car firm. One reader faced a lengthy battle after his car was stolen in this way.
Lastly, keep hold of the paperwork. Don't throw it away, thinking the rental is over – it's not.
8. Keep an eye on your credit card statement
Check your credit card statement a few days later to make sure promised fuel payments and excess charges are returned and keep an eye out in later statements that no extra payments have mysteriously materialised.
9. Fight any additional charges
If you have wisely bought excess protection, simply claim from the firm in question. If the claim is spurious, pass this on to them and let them sort it out. If you bought the car hire firm's policy (why?) and the claimed damage is not covered – it rarely is – then it is time to go into battle.
Send a copy of the photos you took, and talk to the company. Some, particularly those in Spain, will ignore you. Take it up with the agent you made the booking through. They may help. If the hire firm has a UK presence, contact the offices here.
Ask for evidence of repairs that were supposedly carried out.
If you don't get anywhere and know you are innocent, raise the dispute with your credit card provider. The card firm may again try to ignore it, but they are in the UK, and will be easier to tackle. It will then be up to the car hire firm to prove its claim is valid.
10. So which car hire company do you go with?
At the moment I have been pretty impressed with Autoclick. 
They are offsite but there is a pain free shuttle 5 minutes off the airport. 
A fairly new company the office and staff are very professional, all the cars are less than 6 months old, no hard pressure sales over the insurance, and to date I have yet to have any problems getting me deposit back. 
The are competitively priced the fuel policy is full to full so you pay for what you basically. 
One of the best features which is a hit with the kids, is the free WIFI internet dongle, meaning you can keep everyone connected avoiding data roaming charges and use your smart phone as GPS.
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 9 years ago
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THE BEST CYCLE RIDE IN MALLORCA
Is this the best cycle ride in Mallorca? It is the most challenging day’s riding one can have in Mallorca, without a doubt. The Sa Calobra descent and climb feature as the centre-piece of the ride, but in terms of length and altitude-gain, it isn’t the the biggest challenge: that honour goes to the climb up to Puig Major. In the legs though, I find that it is Sa Calobra that hurts rather than Puig Major on this route. The climb up to the Puig Major tunnel is longer and steadier than Sa Calobra, which is more unrelenting and consistently steep; because you’ll already have done 100km and some tough climbs before you U-turn to begin the ascent out of Sa Calobra; this is the climb you’ll remember from your epic day. The beauty of the Sa Calobra climb makes it all the more memorable—you get to combine your suffering with an extraordinary landscape and the feel of having the mountains ahead of you on a road that drops into the sea behind your back wheel. Look at the profile and the challenge is obvious: the climb to Orient is not to be sniffed at, but on this profile it looks insignificant (it’s the first Category 3 climb); likewise the famous Soller Pass is the mere blip of the second Cat 3 climb. The climb up from sea level in Soller (at 56km) to the highest point will take the zing from your legs, leaving only determination and inspiration to get you up from your second descent to sea level at Sa Calobra (the 92 km mark!). Once you’ve made it to the top of Sa Calobra, descended a little and rejoined the road from Soller at the point you’ve turned off, you’ll have only 25km to go til home—the first 5 of which undulate a bit but the last 20 are all downhill. Here is Cavendish on the climb almost two years ago now—as the new world champion beginning his spring training for the new season with a new team. The shot was taken by Kurt Asle Arvesen (team sky coach) for Michael Barry, I think, and it’s a bit wonky as it makes Cavendish look as though he’s descending, not climbing. Look at this blue sky: it’s the 10th of January! Barry’s blog doesn’t say what route they did that day, so I don’t know whether at this moment Cavendish is thinking “this is surely the best cycle ride in Mallorca!” or not—we can only guess! Whether or not Team Sky ever did this route; I am sure you’ll agree that it’s one of the best 130km you’ll ever do on a bike! Why not fix this now in your mind as the highlight and final challenge of your week in Mallorca? 
Blog thanks to Cycle Mallorca http://www.cyclemallorca.co.uk/130-km-big-passes/
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 10 years ago
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Photo shoot in action new listing #andratx #mallorca. For sale 595,000 euros
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 11 years ago
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Lovely walk with the dog (still lovely if you don’t have a dog) whilst the sun is setting on Pine Walks, Puerto Pollensa. Followed by a few drinks in Capuccinos ;)
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 11 years ago
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Stroll around the Sunday market in the old town of Pollensa. Held in the main square the market is every Sunday between 8.30am and 1.00pm. The pictures are taken today, fabulous day I love sitting in the square having a coffee and watching the day go by. The weather was 26 degrees today.
Tip - make sure you park on the outskirts of town and walk in, parking is a problem on market day. 
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 11 years ago
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STEP BACK IN TIME AND TAKE THE OLD TRAIN. The Ferrocarril de Soller is a company dedicated to bringing tourists an authentic period attraction and they provide one of the most unique and scenic trips via an early 1900s wooden train from Palma to Soller. 
Visit the pretty town of Soller with a great sightseeing train to the other side of the mountains. Not only is it a great mode of transportation, but it is also a scenic journey through part of the beautiful island.
The main train takes about an hour to make its way from Palma through the mountains and 13 tunnels to Soller, a town described by tourists as being lovely with much ancient charm. Once in Soller, enjoy a delightful meal in a café or stroll around and find some of Soller’s hidden treasures and also take the tram down to the port.
Official website, prices and book tickets http://www.trendesoller.com/en/cms.php/Train_Itinerary
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 11 years ago
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PLAY 18 HOLES OF GOLF AT ALCANADA, NORTH MALLORCA
Designed by renowned architect Robert Trent Jones Jr, Club de Golf Alcanada’s 18-hole course opened in 2003. Situated in the northern part of the Mediterranean island of Mallorca, Alcanada is located right by the sea and the 6,499-metre lay-out blends naturally into the typical Mallorcan landscape. The club takes its name from a nearby island just off the shore which, complete with its own lighthouse, can be seen from most of the holes. Apart from the splendid sea view, players are surrounded by pine and olive groves throughout their round and, even though a young course, Alcanada is already recognised by a number of well known golf magazines and golf guides as one of the finest courses in Spain and Europe — including being named the best course in Europe by leading German magazine Golf Journal for the fourth year in a row.
Club de Golf Alcanada Telf.: 0034 971 549 560 [email protected]
http://www.golf-alcanada.com/
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fabulouslygoodhomes · 11 years ago
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EAT IN MARC FOSH RESTAURANT, SIMPLY FOSH, PALMA.
The food is sublime, the restaurant offers a more casual, stripped down and very pocket friendly version of his extraordinary Mediterranean cuisine.
In contemporary stylish surroundings, Simply Fosh is housed in the Refectori of the 17th century Hotel Convent de la Missio in the old town of Palma with a modern interior of black-and-white, sun terrace, cascading wall of water and food that everyone can enjoy.
Opening times -
Lunch 13.00h - 15.30h
Dinner 19.30h - 22.30h
Closed Wednesday & Sundays
There is a a menu of the day for 3 courses approximately 25 Euros pp, and dinner from 45 Euros pp.
Booking highly recommended http://www.simplyfosh.com/en/index.php 
Tel.: +34 971 720 114 - Email: [email protected]
Carrer de la Missió, 7A - 07003 Palma de MallorcaIslas Baleares - España
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