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Mallorca, natural magic 365 days a year

Mallorca, natural magic 365 days a year

In Mallorca, nature is not just scenery: it is identity, history, and future. This beautiful Mediterranean island has also become a benchmark in the conservation of protected areas and is committed to responsible tourism that invites not only discovery but also care. Mallorca’s five natural parks are a true spectacle: from the lush oak forests of the Llevant Peninsula to the cliffs surrounding the island of Sa Dragonera, Mallorca hosts a network of natural parks and monuments that are genuine biodiversity refuges. In Mondragó, sea and mountains embrace; in S’Albufera, birds find one of their main sanctuaries. The Serra de Tramuntana, the island’s green lung and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserves the natural and cultural essence of Mallorca intact. And in the Cabrera National Park and its islets, the starry night and silence recall what unspoiled nature means.

Swim England and Swimtrek Collaborate to Deepen Pool of Open Water Swimmers

Swim England and Swimtrek Collaborate to Deepen Pool of Open Water Swimmers

Swim England, the national governing body for swimming in England, and SwimTrek, the world's leading open water swimming holiday company, are working together to help more people discover swimming through the growing appeal of open water experiences. This new collaboration is part of Swim England's broader mission to get more people swimming more often – by making the sport more accessible, inclusive, and connected to real-life experiences. With outdoor swimming continuing to grow in popularity, teaming up with the world's leading open water holiday specialist, SwimTrek, enables Swim England to reach new audiences and inspire people who may not have engaged with traditional swimming environments.

Palma Celebrates Local Talent and Consolidates Itself as a Cultural Capital

Palma Celebrates Local Talent and Consolidates Itself as a Cultural Capital

On Saturday 20th September 2025, the Balearic capital of Palma will once again transform into an open-air contemporary art museum for the 29th edition of La Nit de l'Art (Art Night), organised by Art Palma Contemporani (APC). The highly anticipated event marks the beginning of the archipelago's art season and draws tourists and locals alike to explore Palma's rich and vibrant art scene in an evening celebration of creativity and community. With the Balearic capital bidding to become European Capital of Culture 2031, the return of this annual open-air gallery reinforces the city's artistic and cultural credentials.

Secret Atlas Expedition Micro Cruise Marks 100th Anniversary of the World's Most Remote Settlement

Secret Atlas Expedition Micro Cruise Marks 100th Anniversary of the World's Most Remote Settlement

Expedition Micro Cruise specialists Secret Atlas are shining a spotlight on Greenland this September with an expedition to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the remote settlement Ittoqqortoormiit on 4 September. Departing on 27th August 2025, this exclusive 14-day voyage will offer a group of only 12 guests a rare opportunity to participate in a historic milestone for one of the most isolated communities on Earth.

Havila Voyages Plans Twelve-Day Climate-Neutral Voyage This Autumn

Havila Voyages Plans Twelve-Day Climate-Neutral Voyage This Autumn

Havila Voyages has outlined its goal of operating a 12-day climate neutral voyage along the Norwegian coastal this Autumn. At the annual Arendalsuka event in Norway on Thursday morning the company outlined details of its partnership between HAV Group and Havila Voyages to ensure a coastal route fleet that will be at least climate neutral – with the ambition of achieving zero emissions. They also revealed they are exploring the possibility of sailing a round voyage on the coastal route climate neutrally, as early as this Autumn.