2016

Happy new year everyone! I think we can all agree 2016 was a shitstorm, with deaths of so many amazing people and unexpected events, however for me 2016 was a year of personal growth and I was lucky enough to enjoy so many incredible experiences; I hope new year will be filled with more positivity for the whole of the world and am excited to see what 2017 brings! Sorry for being so inactive recently, I've been so busy for the past few months so here is a breakdown of the rest of my 2016.

Back in late April I flew to Sicily with my friends and had such an amazing time thanks to all the wonderful people who made it such a fun experience. We visited the island Vulcano which was crazily beautiful with views of the deep blue sea from the top of the volcano and sulphur being emitted from the crater. Towns such as Taormina and Siracusa offered fantastic views of the surrounding landscape and ocean and were very authentic, filled with Italian charm. The sea was surprisingly warm and we enjoyed many dips before we had to return to freezing England!! :(

In July, my family and I stayed with my aunty and uncle in southern Spain. We visited a mountain village with stunning views called Ronda and went on a day trip to Seville (where it reached an intense 46 degrees!!) and wandered through the gardens of the beautiful Alcazar.

It was great spending time with some family I don't see very often and we got to relax by the waves.

My grandparents went abroad for the first time in their lives!!! We took them on a cruise around the Norweigan fjords as they felt more comfortable sailing than flying and I'm happy to say they loved every second. It kills me that they've only just begun to discover the world, but I'm so happy that they are now and are still having as much fun as possible! The ship sailed to many parts of Norway including Stavanger, Olden, Andalsnes and Bergen, all which were stunningly beautiful and the fjords themselves were really quite a sight, especially for my grandparents!

Just before Christmas I went to Iceland with my family to celebrate my moms 50th birthday! Honestly it was some of the best few days of my life as I was lucky enough to partake in some once in a lifetime experiences and fulfil a lot on my bucket list, such as swimming in the blue lagoon. I can't believe how blessed I am to have seen the Northern lights and I can't describe how beautiful they were in real life. Iceland is such a beautiful country and is home to so many natural wonders, you simply have to go!!!

So the rest of my 2016 was pretty incredible and I take for granted all these experiences and the people that surround me all the time. I feel so blessed and thankful for everything, here's to what's to come in 2017!!

Megan x

Mallorca Adventure Guide

Mallorca is a beautiful island off the coast of Spain and is part of the collection of islands named the Balearics. It is the perfect holiday if you love the beach and sunny skies; Mallorca is scattered with vibrant ports and charismatic seaside towns, which contrast with the mountainous terrain, which is perfect also if you enjoy cycling.

-WHERE TO EXPLORE-

Palma, the capital, is high on the list. It's magnificent Cathedral is a must see. Wander the cobbled streets of its old town, filled with market stalls.

I recommend visiting the old town of Pollenca; there isn't a huge amount to do but there's a square with bars and restaurants and its famous 365 steps to Calvary. This walk isn't too strenuous and a quaint chapel sits at the top, with breathtaking views below, making the effort worth it!

Take the scenic drive to Cap de Formentor for panoramic views of the jagged coastline and to see the lighthouse at the top.

 Set in a lush valley of orange and lemon trees, surrounded by a brilliant mountain range, (which is a paradise for cyclists), and reachable by a vintage train from Palma. A cathedral sits in the middle of the quaint, main square; original San Francisco trams transport visitors to the port.

Cala Ratjada is definitely one of the most stunning beaches on the island and is fairly secluded and has not become tacky and touristy.

Mallorca is home to many beautiful beaches and ports, but a few that were particularly worth visiting are Cala Agulla:

                                                               

Cristo Porto:      

Ca'n Pere Antoni:

Aeroplanes could be seen flying over the sea that had taken off from Palma airport.

-WHERE TO STAY-

We stayed a short walk from the port of Alcudia; the walk from our villa was very enjoyable along the golden sand beach. In the port there are a variety of bars and restaurants and many shops for convenience. It boasts fairly exciting nightlife (considering we visited out of season) and I would recommend it as a place to stay if you like to be near the entertainment. The old town of Alcudia is surrounded by city walls and filled with cobbled streets, very authentic and picturesque. The city walls are also free to climb and give a view above the city.