After exploring the idea of going to Iceland and perhaps get lucky to catch the Northern lights, we headed to the south of Europe for one-week vacations. Just in time, as the Autumn rains in Amsterdam had started to vaporize every memory we could have had about summer and sunnier days. Mallorca, one of the Balearic islands off the coast of Spain has not disappointed us. Mild temperature of 26 C degrees, great food, friendly people, sunny days and most importantly, not crowded with tourists. We got a rental car and stayed right in the middle of the island in an ecotourism hotel, which kept us close to all destinations, and saved us from the hordes of mainstream tourism.
I learned though, that 95% of the tourists are German. Wherever we went, locals addressed us in German. At the beggining we would clarify our nationality but after a while my husband simply replied in German, just because.
When you make you program, there you have a variety of choices, from every sport you can think of, exploring the coast from North to South, simply lounging at the beaches and appreciating impressive landscapes, as well as visiting picturesque villages, ruins of old monasteries and forts, or driving up north through the narrow, curvy roads and breathtaking views of the world’s heritage Serra Tramuntana (hill).
We did a bit of everything and got to know most parts of the island, definitely enjoyed biking uphill, visiting and photographing the various landscapes, and to go sunset hunting. Here are some of the (countless) shots.








Fabulous sunsets, Lucile, and a destination I have long thought of but never achieved.
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Thank you, Tish.
It’s worth it, don’t take it off your list.
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Absolutely stunning photos!
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Thank you very much for visiting and commenting.
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Fabulous. A place I have never visited except through holiday brochures and now your post!
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It was a pleasant surprise to me, as I hadn’t expected it to be so beautiful. It is worth a visit.
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This is a beautiful post.
Shiva
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Thank you for visiting, Shiva. I’m glad you like it.
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Beautiful photos Lucile. It is a long time since I have been, sadly.
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Thank you, Marje. There is so much to visit, isn’t i? We would need another life to revisit all places.
PS. May I ask you if you use any software to write your books or just your computer? Thanks.
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Indeed that’s true Lucile. I just use word to write my books Lucile no fancy gizmos!
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Thanks, Marje, good to hear that. Much appreciated.
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Wow, one word; AWESOMENESS
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Thank you so much for the enthusiastic and motivating comment.
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Sigh, one of these days, I will get off the North American continent and visit these places! beautiful sunsets, Lucile!
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And please don’t forget to include Amsterdam in your itinerary. It would be such a pleasure to meet you in person, my friend.
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Most definitely ❤
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Deal!
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Mallorca looks wonderful. Especially so at this time of the year. And yes, it’s the first choice for German tourists, I know that but I have no idea why.
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It was a pleasant surprise that the Island is so nice. It must be good marketing from German tour operators, who get good incentives from local tourist authorities.
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Rafa’s island and heavenly sunsets! What more can a girl want? 🙂 🙂 Totally wonderful photos, Lucile.
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Well, this girl had nothing to complain, indeed. Thank you, Jo.
And enjoy the Algarve.
Hope you had a smooth trip.
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Beautiful images Lucile. I’m glad you enjoyed your holiday.
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Thank you so much Su. I’m already wishing to have new ones! 😉
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Your photography is simply amazing. Thank you for the lovely break. ❤
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My friend, your compliments are always very generous. Thank you so much.
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A great pleasure, Lucile. ❤
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❤️
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Stunning images…everyone of them. Hug 🤗
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Thank you, Lisa. Hugs back at you.
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Your post and photos are just brilliant Lucile, what a magical place to visit. Happy to see your sunset pics too and thanks for commenting on mine 🙂
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Thank you, Debbie. You should add to your European list for a next visit.
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Wow Lucile, you are giving me an appetite with your words and pictures. Great.
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Hi Yvonne, thanks for visiting the blog and for the generous comment. Lovely to see you here! Feel welcome.
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