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6Aug By Porta MallorquinaNo Comments

Porta Mallorquina sponsors Pollença’s “Sa Patrona” Race

The big day finally arrived on 25 July: Porta Mallorquina had the great honour of sponsoring Pollença’s most important traditional summer race for the first time. The race took place as part of the “Sa Patrona” celebrations, from which it takes its name. Starting off, from 6:30 p.m. the youngest competitors ran their laps directly in front of the Porta Mallorquina office, at the Plaza Monument. A dedicated race for children and adolescents in every age group was organised; there were 4 categories in all, and you can see the results here. The race took place in front of the Porta Mallorquina office in Pollença. 300 runners under starter’s orders The big race for adults started at 7:20 p.m. and the temperature was still high. Owing to the high air humidity, the running conditions were dem...

2Jul By Porta MallorquinaNo Comments

Mallorca, Real Estate

Market report holiday properties Balearic Islands 2015 with neutral price level for Majorca, Ibiza and Menorca

CRES – Center for Real Estate Studies The Steinbeis Institut Center for Real Estate Studies in Freiburg came to the conclusion that currently there are approx. 6,000 properties for sale on the Balearic Islands. Scientists investigated on behalf of Porta Mondial AG, license partner of Porta Mallorquina Real Estate, the offers of all leading real estate agencies in Majorca, Ibiza and Menorca. Market volume: Menorca ahead of Ibiza With approx. 4,000 properties for sale, the largest offer is also on the largest island of the archipelago, in Majorca. It is surprising, however, that with approx. 95,000 inhabitants the least populated island, Menorca, beats the neighbouring island of Ibiza (approx. 135,000 inhabitants) in regards to the market volume. Currently there are about 1,...

23Jun By Porta MallorquinaNo Comments

Mallorca

A Trip back to Majorca’s Past

What do people living today retain from the past millennia? If one were to examine the human genome of Majorca’s indigenous islanders, one would find traces of the first settlers in their genes, as well as of the Romans, the Moors, the Aragonese, etc. We’re making it easier for ourselves. We want to see with our own eyes the visible traces that people of past times have left behind. First settlement of the Balearics Majorca, a big island in the Mediterranean, is far off the mainland. Even today, the ferry from Barcelona – the nearest point on the mainland – takes 10 hours to reach the harbour at Palma. Despite this great distance, people came to the island long ago: the first arrived at the steep coastline of the Tramontana Mountains in light, fragile wooden boats during the Neolithic ...

28May By Porta MallorquinaNo Comments

Mallorca

Palma’s New Trend Quarter

Mallorca-lovers have long appreciated the appeal of Palma. It comes as no surprise as the city has everything: the climate, the beautiful and simultaneously modern Old Town, excellent dining and shopping options, art and culture, as well as a long beach and beautiful harbour on the doorstep. Palma has it all and is not only perfect for vacations, but also to live and work in. Known as an especially trendy neighbourhood is Santa Catalina with its charming small, former fisherman’s cottages and many bars and restaurants from around the world. Additionally, the two suburban areas near the sea, Portixol and El Molinar, are among the top favourites, and Portixol has already been compared with primary Saint Tropez. But the city is evolving and continues to grow with new neighbourhoods show...

2May By Porta MallorquinaNo Comments

Mallorca

Mallorca’s treasures – Contribution to the First Mallorca Blog Parade

The German Blog “Mallorca Talks” invited bloggers to the first Mallorca Blog Parade – an exciting story, which of course I wanted to be part of! There are two questions to answer: “What is Mallorca’s greatest treasure” and “Your ultimate Mallorca experience”. Here’s my own personal answers. Mallorca’s greatest treasure The whole world celebrates the wonders and treasures of Mallorca. These miracles are the pink and white blossoming almond trees in spring, the calas lapped by the azure waters in the summer, the brightly coloured trees in autumn by the Tramontana, the snow covered peaks which can sometimes be seen in winter at Puig Major. The almond bloom begins in late January in Mallorca signalling the start of spring. The t...

31Mar By Porta MallorquinaNo Comments

Mallorca, Real Estate

Infographic Mallorca Property – Best Place to live in the world

Palma de Mallorca has just been honoured by the Sunday Times with the title of “Best Place to live in the world”, topping a competition of 50 other cities. The travel editors of the Times explained their choice that Palma was one of the “most picturesque cities in Spain”. It is a “pocket sized city that has everything.” Palma is described as a gateway to the beautiful Mallorca with its beautiful beaches, with the journalists raving about the attractive flight connections to the island and praising the local gastronomy. Interesting facts and figures about our favourite island are summarised in this infographic. Did you know for example, that there are ten international schools in Mallorca? An important factor for new residents with school-age children ...

5Jan By Porta MallorquinaNo Comments

Franchise, Mallorca, Porta Mallorquina

10 Years of Porta Mallorquina – A Reflection

When Joachim Semrau moved to Majorca in 2001 to relax and enjoy an early retirement after a successful venture with his founded company Travel 24.com AG , the real estate market on the island was completely different than today. There were several well establised so-called “top dogs”. “Mobile Agents” that negotiated real estate without office, only with a business card and phone. Only a few companies had their own professional websites and incoming email inquiries were handled rather trivially. For Joachim Semrau, internet pioneer (Travel 24.com the first group-independent Internet travel portal in Germany) this was an incredible opportunity. However, the industry was affordable at that time, prices rose at double digits every year and for almost any property they found buyers. It all ...

5Nov By Porta MallorquinaNo Comments

Mallorca

Modern architectural island celebrities

Mallorca has grand buildings and true architectural gems. But here neither the Cathedral nor the Art Nouveau and Gothic buildings will be spoken of. Instead, we take a look at exceptional contemporary architecture and its most famous builders. Can Lis and Can Feliz by Jørn Utzon “Can Lis” constructed by Jørn UtzonSource: Torben Eskerod Not everyone knows that the Danish architect and builder of the Sydney Opera House, Jørn Utzon has lived many years with his family in Mallorca and has created two monuments here. As one of the most important architects of the 20th century, he has left his mark on the world, and also designed two houses in the southeast of the island: Can Lis on the coast between Porto Petro and the Mondragó Nature Reserve and Can Feliz inland at Horta. ...

29Aug By Porta MallorquinaNo Comments

Event, Mallorca

“El Tren de Sóller”: The musical celebrated its premiere in Mallorca

Have you already been on the train to Soller? Departure since the premiere of the musical “El Tren de Sóller”, which took place on 08 August, is from the small as well as historical cinema in Sala Augusta in Palma. At this charming venue, the musical picks up its guests and takes them on a journey through the Majorcan countryside, where the traveler will encounter people of diverse cultures. “El Tren de Sóller”- the act During the train ride, the musical guests are accompanied by the charming and sympathetic at first glance Susanne from Berlin. Susanne travels for the first time by train to Sóller. She is excited, looks a bit lost and does not know what to expect on the trip. Love has led her to make the journey into the unknown to Sóller. The...

27Aug By Porta MallorquinaNo Comments

Mallorca

Street Art in Palma

A city tour with a difference Palma’s old town has two faces. At first glance, we are enchanted by the medieval city palaces, the magnificent patios, and the elegant Art Nouveau façades. But today we didn’t meet on the Plaza Mayor to follow the tide of tourists. Instead, we allow ourselves to be led through the narrower, darker laneways to the Sa Gerreria quarter. This is where the city reveals its second face which exudes an unexpected, morbid charm. Street art on a garage door in Palma’s Calle Can Pueyo Palma’s second face Even close to the Mercè Church, there are countless empty houses waiting for investors willing to renovate. Until they arrive, the dilapidated façades serve as canvases for urban artists such as Manrique Daniel Durán. The Argentinian’s studio is i...