Don’t destroy what you came to enjoy!
... that's Brad's motto and we totally agree with him! Brad and Bea are a passionate team and we're… [more]
Salt of the Islands – Flor de Sal
Returning to products Made in Mallorca, today we're going to look at the incredible success story of… [more]
Soller to Lluc via the Pilgrim’s Steps
The Pilgrim’s Steps are part of one of the most popular and enjoyable walks on the island of Mallorca… [more]
The importance of Hydration
With the Spring weather upon us and perfect conditions for taking that excursion into the countryside… [more]
The Moors and the Christians
The second Monday in May (the 9th May in 2011) is a massive fiesta in the Sóller calendar. Much of… [more]
Under Mallorca’s Spell – From BBC to CB&B (Chic Bed & Breakfast)
Mallorca has a way of making you look at life in a whole different way. As I can vouch from my own conversion… [more]
The Peaks of Mallorca
The Serra de Tramuntana is the highest mountain range and the most extensive area of natural beauty on… [more]
Wild Orchids of Mallorca
There are no less than 60 species of Orchid growing wild in Mallorca and the Balearic islands. They grow… [more]
Our Walks
Looking forward to the almond blossom…
Here at Mallorca Hiking we can’t believe it’s already December and all the Christmas festivities have already started! That usually means there’s not so much time available to get out and enjoy some walking But we’re looking on the bright side and plan to make up for a busy December with lots of good walks [...]
Mallorca’s Dry Stone Route, the GR221 – a sampler
In October we’re offering a 3-day sampler of Mallorca’s Dry Stone Route, the GR221. Many of you are already familiar with this hike and have seen our previous blog posts, but those of you who haven’t, do take a look at the following links, which describe the island’s first long-distance walking trail. Mallorca’s Dry Stone [...]
Welcome to a new walking season!
We recently uploaded our new schedule of walks for every Wednesday – do take a look at the Calendar on our website for more details. Click on any Wednesday and you’ll see a summary walk description below the Calendar. Click on the title of the summary, and you get full details of the walk scheduled [...]
Latest Posts
The GR221 – with or without a guide?
We’ve had loads of enquiries recently from walkers wanting to complete Mallorca’s long distance hike, the GR221 or Dry Stone Route. And among the most frequently asked questions is – do you need a guide or can you walk it alone? Well, the answer is that in theory you should be able to walk it [...]
Looking forward to the almond blossom…
Here at Mallorca Hiking we can’t believe it’s already December and all the Christmas festivities have already started! That usually means there’s not so much time available to get out and enjoy some walking But we’re looking on the bright side and plan to make up for a busy December with lots of good walks [...]
Magical Mallorca
Natural Attractions that you must visit. Mallorca is the island that appeals to everybody. The gem of the Mediterranean effortlessly plays host to Spanish royalty over the summer, as well as welcoming families of all demographics from Europe every year. Families have been coming and going for over 50 years, and they will keep on [...]
Health & Fitness
The importance of Hydration
With the Spring weather upon us and perfect conditions for taking that excursion into the countryside – it is important to remember to carry sufficient water with you. Today’s tip from Mallorca Hiking concerns adequate hydration
10 After Hike Recovery Tips
After our Resident’s Club Inaugural Walk we thought it would be helpful to look at the “After Walk” routine that will ensure you are fighting fit for our next outing! Lots of attention is usually given to preparation for long walks – (we have dedicated several articles to it in this blog!), but just as [...]
Practice makes Perfect
Regardless if you are a professional or a novice on a walking holiday, it is still really important to go on a lot of practice hikes before jetting off to your holiday destination. Practice walks serve many purposes: to test new gear and clothing; to know your walking and physical limitations; to master different walking conditions; all are important factors to understand before you embark on a series of long walks.
Top Tips – Preventing Blisters
All hikers want to enjoy a comfortable hike, especially in the vicinity of our feet, because as we all know, foot blisters can ruin a walk. The pain from each step detracts from the most fantastic views, the bluest skies and the warmest sunshine resulting in an outing of total misery.
