HomeDestinations Interests Top Places to Travel by MonthSearchMenuBest time to go to Mallorca and have your dog blessed in Mallorca on the Sant Antoni celebrations but the celebration itself starts the day before During the night people light huge bonfires watch how costumed demons and devils dance through the streets and participate in a dancing party at the central city squares resisted the Devil's temptation while living in the desert inspiring the tradition of fire and devils on the eve of the 16th of January great bonfires light up the island as crowds gather to dance around them celebrating an ancient ritual of purification and the triumph of good over evil Demons are a well-known symbol of Mallorca tracing their origins to the Feast of Sant Antoni inspired by the saint's legendary temptation by demons in the wilderness running through the streets with pitchforks Each town has its unique design for demon costumes adding to the local flavor of the celebrations A correfoc is a dazzling display where participants spin sparklers attached to poles a traditional pastry filled with pork or eel and vegetables are a specialty in Sa Pobla during Sant Antoni made in large batches and sold on the streets also take center stage during the festivities dancing and delighting crowds as part of the vibrant festival Beneïdes (blessing of animals) are held all across Mallorca This tradition is about blessing all animals—horses One can even observe animal parades in some cities While Palma focuses on its own patron saint Sant Antoni celebrations are more prominent in other towns across Mallorca Even in places where Sant Antoni isn't the patron saint and the 17th of January isn't a public holiday locals still honor the night of the 16th with bonfires and demon festivities The largest celebrations take place in towns where Sant Antoni is the patron saint where the 17th of January is an official holiday Friday and Saturday of the last weekend in January ACCESS TO THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF SANT ANTONI 2023. The Sant Antoni bonfire festival held in Gràcia is actually a Majorcan tradition that has been brought to this Barcelona neighbourhood It consists mainly of some exhibitions of popular culture from the Principality and Mallorca performed castellers and diables – groups of big-headed figures human-tower builders and firework-toting devils Even though this tradition has been imported it is now firmly established in the Gràcia neighbourhood and local people treat it as their own Three days of events and activities kick off on Thursday evening at the Centre Artesà Tradicionàrius with Majorcan folk songs and a chance to taste some of the typical food you can eat on the island On Friday the centre holds a dance and concert with groups from Mallorca as a warm-up for the celebrations the following day Because on Saturday evening there is a big cercavila and correfoc – a musical procession and "fire run" – staged by popular culture groups from sa Pobla and Gràcia This procession is accompanied by representatives of the authorities and the festival organisers from the district town hall to Plaça de la Virreina where they light a big bonfire for a night of fire-roasted sausages folk dances and folk songs with a Majorcan label The festival is held in honour of St Anthony who Legend has it that he was a great friend of animals and The Feast of St Anthony is held on 17 January, the day he died. However, the Mallorca festival is copied in Gràcia on the last weekend in January, because the popular culture groups from sa Pobla – the caparrots, the dimonis d’Albopàs and the xeremiers (pipers) – can come over then a sa Pobla resident who received the Barcelona Medal of Honour in 1997 suggested building a bonfire like those in Mallorca in Plaça de Diamant in 1992 so his sons a festival-eve celebration from the island more streets have joined in each year with their own bonfires more of the local popular culture groups have got involved and the festival has developed into what it is today Folk singing and food tasting from the Balearics The Centre Artesà Tradicionàrius is heavily involved in the festival and on the Thursday evening holds a Majorcan food tasting session with sobrassada (Balearic pork sausage) and a glosada with folk singers from Mallorca and all the Catalan-speaking lands making up songs on topical issues often suggested by the audience On Friday evening there is a concert and dance at the Centre Artesà Tradicionàrius with groups performing traditional island folk music Festival procession and lighting the bonfires with a cercavila and correfoc involving folk groups from sa Pobla and Gràcia firework-flaring devils is accompanied by Council representatives to Plaça de la Virreina where they light the big bonfires while the singers simbombes and xeremies (friction drums and bagpipes) provide the folk music The participating groups then introduce themselves to the sound of the "Timbagrallers" the streets and squares that have joined in the festival over the years light their fires and toast the typical Sant Antoni pork and sausages: llom The ballada popular kicks off at 11 pm in Plaça de la Virreina with various groups performing island dances: boleros Federació dels Foguerons de Sa Pobla a Gràcia Protocol Festiu de la Vila de Gràcia Mission Statement: to assist the integration of foreign residents living in Spain and this is never more accurate than when you establish yourself as a foreign resident in a new country Being able to quickly familiarise yourself with the culture and customs can help ease the transition during a challenging time This is why Euro Weekly News makes it our mission to provide you with a free news resource in English that covers both regional and national Spanish news – anything that we feel you will benefit from knowing as you integrate into your new community and live your best life in Spain you can forget about translating articles from Spanish into awkward English that probably don’t make much sense Let us be your convenient and essential guide to all things that will likely affect you as a foreign resident living in Spain To ensure that New Year’s Eve revellers need not worry about booking a taxi in the early hours of the morning Serveis Ferroviaris de Mallorca (SFM) will provide extended late-night train services as well as increased services on January 1 Trains will operate throughout the night on the Palma-Sa Pobla and Palma-Manacor routes in both directions The first service from Palma will depart at 12:50 am and the last service will leave at 4:00 am services will depart at 2:30 am and 5:10 am a public holiday timetable will be in operation replacing the reduced schedule that has been in effect in recent years Times available here Find more stories happening in Mallorca. 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Subscribe to our Euro Weekly News alerts to get the latest stories into your inbox Euro Weekly News is the leading English language newspaper in Spain by delivering news with a social conscience we are proud to be the voice for the expat communities who now call Spain home With around half a million print readers a week and over 1.5 million web views per month EWN has the biggest readership of any English language newspaper in Spain The paper prints over 150 news stories a week with many hundreds more on the web – no one else even comes close Our publication has won numerous awards over the last 25 years including Best Free Newspaper of the Year (Premios AEEPP) Company of the Year (Costa del Sol Business Awards) and Collaboration with Foreigners honours (Mijas Town Hall) All of this comes at ZERO cost to our readers All our print and online content always has been and always will be FREE OF CHARGE Download our media pack in either English or Spanish FeaturedOur pre-season schedule has been confirmedFind out who we will be facing this summer ahead of the new campaign Copy linkWe are ready to get back to work Our pre-season will begin on July 8 and 9 with medical tests at the Clínica Juaneda with training taking place between July 10 and 19 at the Ciutat Esportiva Antonio Asensio We will then head to England on July 20 for training at Aston Villa’s training ground Bodymoor Heath for seven days While in England we will face Crewe Alexandra FC on the 21st at a venue to be confirmed Barnsley on the 26th at Loughborough University Stadium and West Bromwich Albion on the 27th at the WBA Training Centre When we return to Spain we will RCD Mallorca Poblense at the Nou Camp de Sa Pobla on the 31st for the Trofeu de s'Agricultura We will then play two matches on the same day of August 3 against Burgos CF in the morning at the El Plantío stadium and against CD Mirandés in the afternoon at the Estadio Municipal de Anduva These games will be played to promote the different destinations of the Balearic Islands – Mallorca and Formentera – which will be featured on the official kit's shorts Mallorca hotel reviewAll listings featured on Condé Nast Traveller are independently selected by our editors ShareSaveCommentLifestyle ForbesLifeThe Lodge Mallorca Breathes New Life Into A 500-Year-Old FarmhouseByLauren Mowery Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights and sustainable living.Follow AuthorAug 11 12:43pm EDTShareSaveCommentAerial view of The Lodge Mallorca transforming a 157-hectare estate into an exclusive retreat The Lodge Mallorca opened this summer to significant fanfare by reimagining a 500-year-old farmhouse on a 157-hectare private nature reserve in the heart of the Sierra de Tramuntana Mountain range Behind the property's elegant transformation is Único Hotels a Spanish hotel company known for its small but exceptional portfolio shortly after opening its doors to consumer guests With only 24 rooms set within a UNESCO-protected region of Mallorca The Lodge has already attracted clients looking for a quiet Whether to counter a few nights partying in Palma The Lodge provides a serene backdrop to do all three and more Arriving at the property proved easy; we could spot the hotel from the highway cruising down a long stony road past fields newly planted with lavender The staff greeted us in the parking lot to help us hook up the complimentary electric charger to our EV rental car and take our bags the young man and his female mentee walked us up to the entrance giving us a brief history of their hospitality backgrounds An original tafona in the lobby of the hotel Careful to blend modern touches with original details interior designer Pilar García-Nieto retained many of the building's best assets The most striking example sits inside the main house near the reception desk and rows of wine storage: an immense original tafona or a traditional stone mill used for making olive oil Exposed stone walls throughout serve as a further reminder of the building's antique agricultural roots and meticulous lighting around outdoor spaces help the property resonate with the serene location Complementary décor includes vintage pieces sourced from second-hand shops the same duo escorted us to our room up a flight of steps in the main building Guests staying in this section may find the ascent anti-climactic as it feels like you're approaching the cleaning staff's quarters the rooms in this wing sit next to the supply closet and you'll sometimes find yourself squeezing past towel carts The room, though in the smallest category at 34m² (or 370 SF) called a Lodge Suite Organic textiles in neutral tones provided a calm color palette Feather pillows and comforters dressed in Egyptian cotton helped us sink into the bed after a full day Guests may or may not like the small original windows in this room .. also in the main building but with small terraces The remaining 24 rooms are scattered throughout the estate Those seeking the epitome of privacy should consider a Private Pool Suite Wandering the grounds of the property proved a highlight of the stay In addition to the lavender field that will be magnificent once it matures An outdoor gym remained unfinished during my visit I felt content not to attempt an al fresco cardio workout on a stationary machine 12 miles of color-coded hiking trails of various lengths and challenge levels helped us get moving The most challenging hike leads up the nearby mountain peak Complimentary bikes are available; cycling is a big sport in Mallorca we spent our few precious hours lingering in the late summer sun around the pool enjoying excellent service another tick in the box for management who know how to find and train an eager team We ordered a few Negronis on recommendation from the server and sipped them as the day turned to dusk Those who know the Único brand may be familiar with its other Mallorca property, Finca Serena which proved a wild success after opening in the island's hinterland amidst olive groves and vineyards Finca Serena now produces house white and rosé wines from indigenous grapes for both hotels wine served by the glass at the pool and in The Lodge's fine dining restaurant The Singular testifies to the ambitious culinary agenda at The Lodge Centered around "La Cocina del Fuego" – cuisine prepared with fire – The Singular offers a Mallorcan-Mediterranean journey that blends local and seasonal ingredients with tradition and technique and vegetables prepared using different types of wood to infuse distinct flavors Spearheading the culinary direction is esteemed chef Ramón Freixa aided by Majorcan chefs Mateo García and Sergi Fernandez I could only try a few dishes at The Singular the restaurant was still finding its footing notably the black Majorcan suckling pig I'd been keen to try and a plate of succulent red shrimp from nearby Sóller A starter of cherry gazpacho with tomato tartare and spring onion oil spoke to the creative capabilities of the kitchen refreshing salad composed of organic garden lettuce and vegetables perked up our palate between courses The greatest pleasure of the night lay in convivial banter with the French restaurant manager and sommelier He guided us through several Mallorcan wines in between chatter on the virtues of Burgundy exceptional service proved a hallmark of the hotel accessible to hotel guests and non-residents features an elegant and spacious lounge illuminated by ample natural light Its expansive windows provide show-stopping views of the hotel's gardens which extend outdoors to a pebble stone courtyard where patrons can enjoy the groves It's a setting made for a movie in which a headstrong heroine meets her match catching the eye of a soon-to-be suitor while sipping a glass of wine something fellow travelers and I are increasingly concerned about The Lodge claims to implement sustainable practices under its 'We Care by Único Hotels' initiative Forty percent of the resort's energy consumption is derived from solar power while the irrigation system relies entirely on reclaimed water The property produces honey and lavender products for guests to enjoy during their stay or take home as souvenirs The terrace begs to be filmed for a romantic movie scene The Lodge offers yoga sessions (free for guests) plus tailor-made activities ranging from golf and jogging trails to hiking and cycling routes The Lodge organizes massages and treatments with products from Natura Bissé and Comfort Zone The Lodge is a breezy 30-minute drive from Palma airport and a 10-minute journey from some of the island's most celebrated beaches The hotel's vicinity also encompasses several golf courses vineyards and wineries begin as close as 15 minutes away The Lodge contact reservations@palmariad.com Tel: +34 871 87 12 10 After starting training last tuesday at the Ciudad Deportiva Antonio Asensio the Mallorcan team will work in Palma until July 31 7.30 pm at Municipal de Sa Pobla: RCD Mallorca - CE Felanitx 7:00 pm at the Nou Camp d'Inca: CE Constància - RCD Mallorca 7:00 pm at the Municipal of Sa Pobla: UD Poblense - RCD Mallorca where they will make the second leg of the preseason between July 31 and August 9 the team will have the following friendly matches: 8:00 pm in La Línea de la Concepcion hours: RB Linense - RCD Mallorca 8:00 pm at La Linea de la Concepcion: Cádiz CF - RCD Mallorca 8:00 pm in Marbella: Málaga CF - RCD Mallorca the RCD Mallorca will close the preseason with the dispute of the traditional Citt de Palma Trophy which this year reaches its 43rd edition and will have AD Alcorcón as a guest team in a match to be played on Saturday Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy your city without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Barcelona at 8pm there's a tasting of Mallorcan products brought to you by Glosadors de les Illes and Cor de Carxofa Plus you can catch the inauguration of the exhibition 'Un mundo de mil demonios' which is a look at cultural expressions from around the world and the search for demonic figures that can be seen as equivalents or counterpoints of Mallorcan demons The show is shared among three centres in Gràcia: the C.A.T. La Violeta de Gràcia and the Orfeó Gracienc there's a tradtional dance ('baile de bot') brought to you by a historic group from the Islands And at 7pm you can take a class to learn the most traditional Mallorcan dances and then put them into practice at the dance that starts at 10pm Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! facebook twitter spotify tiktok About us Contact us Time Out Worldwide Charles Holland revels in the eclectic decorative style of the sociable and rounds off the day in a typical Mediterranean public square I’m in Mallorca and this is in the small town of Búger the sculptural decoration – just plonked in a niche on the corner – and the inadvertent decoration of the power cables I also like the odd way that the two houses turn the corner The shutters – surely likely to become a feature of UK housing soon – are fixed in the same plane of the external walls which gives the facades an appealing flatness so that these houses look like the cardboard planes of an architectural model The church of Sant Pere de Búger has an awesome facade but relieved by a circular window – placed centrally – and an asymmetrical rather stubby steeple and clock The clock is a masterstroke – if you’ll excuse the pun – as it appears to be slipping off the facade altogether Possibly the whole composition would be even better without the tower but you can’t have everything The church dominates the town and this facade sits at the top of a steep rise of road a sort of quasi public space up and down which hundreds of mopeds zip The café at the foot of the steps is very good too this time a little more elaborate and a little more ornamental but still a model of deft economy This is an effective enough rebuff to the Ruskinian idea of decoration as needing to of the structure – i.e somehow intrinsic to how a building is constructed Here is it is definitively and unapologetically on the structure here is a very Venturian façade in the beach resort of Port de Pollença It is a sort of Mallorcan version of Guild House the proto-post modern condominium Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown designed in Philadelphia in the early 1960s Executed in the language of beachside villas but perfectly symmetrical Two doors down from the Mallorcan version of Guild House I came across this much more Corbusian number It neatly expresses a number of his five principles: walls separate to structure independent frame and sitting on piloti (hidden by the hedge) This could also easily be early-Michael Graves without the silliness or Henri Ciriani on holiday The beach towels add an essential quotidian quality It’s something of a cliché for Brits to mourn the lack of civilised European-style evening life in our provincial towns children playing merrily in the square etc etc They tend to do this after – or during - a short European break Feel like more architectural travels? 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Latest articlesRIBAJ Spec: Architecture for Housing and Residential Development Webinar20 May 2025SpecRIBAJ Spec: Architecture for Housing and Residential Development Webinar Chelsea Waterfront integrates public realm and affordable housing to hold out the possibility of an inclusive future Baillie Baillie Architects used contemporary techniques while drawing inspiration from local traditions Sign up to receive regular briefings, updates and our weekly newsletter – all designed to bring you the best stories from RIBAJ.com Sign up to receive regular briefings, updates and our weekly newsletter – all designed to bring you the best stories from RIBAJ.com updates and our weekly newsletter – all designed to bring you the best stories from RIBAJ.com A barangay captain in Makati is objecting the use of the term “Pobla” when referring to the barangay Makati City or any other area within its jurisdiction Barangay Captain Benhur Cruz on Monday shared that the barangay council of Brgy Poblacion has unanimously agreed to object to the use of the term finding the contraction “inappropriate” and a “misuse” of Poblacion’s name the term “Pobla” “is offensive and derogatory to the community.” Poblacion “highly considers [sic] the image and values [sic] the rich heritage of Poblacion The resolution also recognized that people have been using the term “Pobla” in written and spoken forms specifically to refer to Makati’s backstreets famously lined with hole-in-the-wall restaurants and rooftop bars STOP USING THE TERM ‘POBLA’!” He also added the hashtags “#NOtoPOBLA” and “#YEStoPOBLACION” to his post The resolution earned mixed reactions from Filipinos with Facebook users and residents lauding the initiative “Yaassss! THANK YOU! FINALLY!” a Pinoy on Facebook wrote “Finally! Dami ko inaaway dahil sa term na ‘yan,” another Facebook user commented a subreddit for Filipinos on the discussion website Others argued that one should accept it as part of how language is evolving “Ang OA naman, may pa-barangay resolution pa. Language evolves, and if people want to call it Pobla or Poblacion, then what’s the deal? To each their own,” a Reddit user wrote in response to the resolution Other places referred to by their shortened terms are Katipunan (Katips or Katip) These are typically coined by younger generations Another Filipino thought the resolution was a “waste” of resources “Kailangan pa ng ‘barangay resolution’ ‘yan? Waste of time, effort, and money. Ganda ng priorities ng local government, masabi lang na may ginagawa,” a Redditor wrote Others questioned how the term “Pobla” was found to be “offensive and derogatory” in the first place “Bakit? Ano meron sa Pobla?” a Redditor asked “Same question: [Paano] naging ‘offensive and derogatory’ ang salitang ‘Pobla’?” another Reddit user said A different Redditor wondered if the resolution could be “against the freedom of speech.” the cultural and heritage district of Makati this was where the center of the local government was established There are no accounts of how it got its name but “poblacion” is a Spanish term referring to a town A history of the barangay notes that it was settled as early as Spanish-era 1620 when Jesuits built the San Pedro Church to serve as the center of the Catholic faith of the then-San Pedro Macati The residents reportedly corrupted the name to “Sampiro” and used it to refer to both the church and the town The Spanish government took over their properties which included San Pedro Macati This began the turnover of the land from one owner to another until the Zobel de Ayala-Roxas family began its modern development during the latter part of the 19th Century.