We woke to bright sunshine and there was no sign of yesterday’s late afternoon rain showers. Although some tables had been set out on the terrace for breakfast everyone seemed to think it a little chilly and guests were all dining indoors. Breakfast consisted of a large buffet along with show cooking for hot dishes and was all very good.
After a leisurely meal, we caught a bus from the hotel to Port D’Andratx, 20 miles away located in the south west corner of the island. The journey took one hour but it didn’t seem to feel so long as the drive was very scenic, passing through orange and lemon groves as well as several small coastal resorts along the route.
Port D’Andratx harbourPort D’Andratx is a charming small town overlooking a large sheltered natural harbour with a back drop of mountains. There are no large hotels here but instead you will find some very attractive pastel coloured buildings containing an assortment of smart shops, cafes and restaurants. Leading up from the harbour are some narrow cobbled streets with some more shops and cafes.
The harbour moorings are home to some very expensive yachts and tucked into the hillside above, some stylish villas can be found with enviable views from their patios and terraces. Being much warmer today we sat outdoors and enjoyed drinks in the spring sunshine.
Coffee overlooking g the pretty harbourOn returning into Palma we took a look around the impressive Gothic Roman Catholic cathedral, La Seu which dominates the waterfront. This part of the old town contains some other beautiful sandstone buildings including the museum.
La Seu, Palma CathedralThe mid afternoon sunshine seemed to make these sandstone buildings glow in the bright light and we spent some time wandering the labyrinth of narrow alleyways in the old town and enjoying drinks in the main square. We returned to the hotel to find that our balcony was bathed in sunshine so we relaxed before dinner catching the last of the early evening sun.
Love the look of that cafe overlooking the harbour – perfect!! Great end to a lovely day as well, relaxing on a balcony in the sunshine would be heavenly right now.
Oh, I always love the day after a rain! Everything is so bright and fresh as you demonstrated through your post. I love reading these! I always feel as if I’m right there taking in the sights.
Rain does seem to freshen everywhere up, that true! Thank you for your kind words and encouraging comments. I am so pleased that you are enjoying my blog.
looks like a nice place!
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It’s really lovely there. Hope you get an opportunity to visit sometime. Thank you for reading and commenting on my post.
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Love the look of that cafe overlooking the harbour – perfect!! Great end to a lovely day as well, relaxing on a balcony in the sunshine would be heavenly right now.
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Missing the Spanish warmth already, just returned home an hour ago and had to put the heating on!
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Port D’Andratx sounds dreamy – I’d love to go there one day!
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I think you should, it’s really nice!
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Your description is so vivid and picturesque that I can almost feel seeing it all for myself! Have you ever thought of writing fiction?
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How kind of you to say such nice things about my writing, it’s very encouraging but no I haven’t considered writing fiction.
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Do give it a good thought, trust me!
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Beautiful summer photos!
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Thank you!
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Oh, I always love the day after a rain! Everything is so bright and fresh as you demonstrated through your post. I love reading these! I always feel as if I’m right there taking in the sights.
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Rain does seem to freshen everywhere up, that true! Thank you for your kind words and encouraging comments. I am so pleased that you are enjoying my blog.
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Beautiful photos, looks like such a peaceful place and so relaxing.
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Thank you Miriam. Yes, it was both picturesque and peaceful but I expect it would be much busier in high season.
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Looks beautiful Marion!
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Thank you, it is indeed a very attractive coastal town.
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