The Digest | New Jersey Magazine
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Located off the eastern coast of Spain, Mallorca is the largest of all the Balearic Islands whose beauty comes in many forms — making it also the most diverse. From mountainous terrain to azure seas, its landscape differs just as much as its cities. e medieval-style of Mallorca's capital, Palma, is perfect for sightseeing or venturing off towards the citrus groves of Deià where poet Robert Graves made his home. While the island's biggest draw is its golden sand beaches, there is plenty of culture, personality and charm when visiting during the off-season. OD Port Portals A stone's throw from Mallorca's most glamorous and exclusive luxury yacht harbour sits the posh OD Port Portals, perfectly situated amongst first-class restaurants, bars and boutiques in the beach town of Portal Nous. The hotel opens up onto the marina and the rooftop Sky Bar offers breathtaking views over the bay of Palma. The interior feel is modern Mediterranean with Mallorcan influences, coupled with simplistic rooms and a lobby fitted with mid- century style furniture. Doubling as a hotspot for business and/or leisure, OD Port Portals is a unique venue where guests can attend the best parties and schedule meetings all at the same place. During your stay... In close proximity to the best beaches, golf courses, antique shops, art galleries, wineries and cycling routes — deciding how to spend your days in Mallorca is the most difficult part. We recommend a boating excursion with local fisherman, stopping by the Palma Aquarium, taking a wine tour or visiting Monge's artisan shoe factory. For tennis fans, plan a trip to the newly-built Rafa Nadal Sports Centre, specifically located in Rafa's hometown of Manacor. For dinner, you wont need to venture far from OD Port Portals because Baiben restaurant is right outside on the marina. Owned by Chef Fernando Pérez Arellano, best known as the creator and chef of the Balearics' only two Michelin- starred restaurant Zaranda, we dined on Mediterranean and Latin American flavors including traditional paella and tapas. M A L L O R C A V U E N J . C O M 124 TRAVEL