In a major partnership that promises to redefine the concept of luxury and sport tourism in Santa Ponsa Meliá and Summum have announced the opening of a new four-star superior hotel in this well-known coastal location in the southwest of Mallorca This project represents the fourth collaboration between the two companies consolidating their joint vision of providing exceptional experiences and elevating the quality of destinations which will be managed by Summum Hotel Group under the luxury brand The Meliá Collection Situated within the Santa Ponsa I golf course (established in 1977 PAR 72) - a renowned Mallorcan course that has hosted numerous international tournaments including seven European championships - the new hotel is set to open in 2026 It will offer a serene and privileged environment perfect for travellers seeking relaxation and wishing to combine their passion for golf with the natural beauty of Calviá Architect Alejandro Palomino's vision is embodied in a design that harmonizes with the surrounding landscape integrating modern architectural elements with traditional Mediterranean touches The hotel will feature 88 rooms meticulously designed to provide maximum comfort and elegance guests will have access to a comprehensive range of amenities including a fine dining restaurant and a prime location will establish this hotel as a distinguished destination for visitors from around the world the renovation and reopening of the hotel demonstrate an effort to modernize the tourism facilities in Santa Ponsa aiming to enhance quality tourism and reduce seasonality in the area This new project is part of a series of successful launches under The Meliá Collection a distinguished luxury brand within the Meliá Hotels International portfolio Known for curating unique hotels that provide personalized experiences and exceptional service each property in this collection has been selected based on its uniqueness and ability to deliver distinctive experiences that embody the essence of their destinations renowned for its meticulous management and attention to detail will ensure that every aspect of service meets the highest standards This new addition to The Meliá Collection in Mallorca further strengthens the brand's presence on the island a rustic retreat in the Serra de Tramuntana both companies are planning the opening of the Meliá Collection Ronda in 2026 which will be the first five-star hotel in this town of Malaga Hotel website Brand OwnerMeliá Hotels International Meliá and Summum are set to open a new four-star luxury hotel in Santa Ponsa a popular coastal region in southwest Mallorca This marks the fourth joint venture between the two companies emphasizing their shared goal of offering superior experiences and enhancing tourism quality in the area The Summum Hotel Group will manage the hotel under the luxury brand The Meliá Collection will own it and undergo a complete refurbishment before its planned opening in 2026 The hotel is located within the Santa Ponsa I golf course a prestigious venue known for hosting several international tournaments blends modern elements with traditional Mediterranean touches while harmonizing with the local landscape Amenities include a fine-dining restaurant represent an effort to enhance the quality of tourism facilities in Santa Ponsa and reduce seasonality in the region The hotel is part of The Meliá Collection a luxury brand under the Meliá Hotels International portfolio known for its unique and personalized services acclaimed for its meticulous management and attention to detail will ensure that every service aspect meets the highest standards The new hotel will further enhance The Meliá Collection's presence in Mallorca joining existing properties such as Finca Ratxó and the Summum Boutique Hotel in the historic heart of Palma expressed his enthusiasm for this collaboration stating the alliance with Summum is a testament to their combined capability to spearhead luxury 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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 Vandals have caused “significant” damage to the Tower III remains inside Santa Ponsa’s Puig de sa Morisca archaeological park composed of two drum-shaped stones that was attached to the ground with lime mortar fragmenting the already-weakened upper stone which was restored in 2006 The vandals also removed smaller stones that filled the gap between another column and the tower’s interior wall which could seriously affect Tower III’s stability and future conservation the intruders also damaged a replica of an iron-age smelting oven that was part of the park’s teaching programme “What might look like simple piles of stones belong to a past that we ought to respect,” the Guardia Civil’s Nature Protection unit Seprona said “It’s essential not to climb walls or any part of the structure as that could weaken it and cause irreparable damage,” the Seprona statement continued as context is vital for archaeological investigation.” The oldest parts of the 35-hectare Puig de sa Morisca site date back to the Late Bronze Age (1,300BC) Once fortification began during the Iron Age (900-800BC) the site was continuously inhabited until 123AD 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 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figure in the social life of Mallorca where she hosted the annual Princess Brigitta Golf Tournament in honour to her passion for this sport Find more stories happening in Mallorca. 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Santa Ponça will come alive with the vibrant spirit of St and a lively atmosphere celebrating Irish culture Santa Ponça will once again become the epicentre of St will bring together both locals and visitors in a lively atmosphere celebrating Irish culture and traditions One of the main attractions of the day will be the live music A new addition to this year’s celebration will be several bagpipers who will entertain the crowd with traditional Celtic music throughout the day adding an authentic Irish touch to the event Patrick’s Day in Santa Ponça has become a must-attend event particularly for the Irish community residing in Calvià and across the island Although it’s a celebration rooted in Irish tradition attracting people from various nationalities who come together to honour the rich cultural heritage and festive spirit of Ireland The streets of Santa Ponça will be decorated with Irish flags and other iconic symbols of the celebration The Ajuntament de Calvià invites everyone to participate in this fun-filled day promising an unforgettable experience with a blend of music this vibrant celebration offers fun for the whole family Find more articles on musical events and cultural experiences in Mallorca Read more news around Spain Santa Ponça will become the epicentre of Saint Patrick's Day celebrations this coming Sunday the Gran Vía Puig des Galatzó will host a varied entertainment programme offering a unique experience for residents and visitors The event will feature a craft market with 45 stalls and 2 association tables to 2 p.m.- and children's activities with free bouncy castles and face painting workshops in three turns (from 10 a.m Live music will be one of the main attractions of the event the Top Dance Academy will open the stage with the first performance followed by live performances by The GreenTones at 5 p.m. who will close the celebration with their characteristic Irish folk style several bagpipers will delight attendees with traditional Celtic music throughout the day Also worth noting is the Irish folk rock band The GreenTones which will arrive on the island to play in Calvià after performing at the Teatro Monumental in Madrid on Friday evening in Santa Ponça has established itself as one of the most anticipated events of the year for the Irish community residing in Calvià and the rest of the island And although it's a typically Irish festival more and more people of all nationalities participate to honour the tradition The streets of Santa Ponça will be filled with Irish flags and other symbols characteristic of this festivity Calvià Town Hall invites you to participate in this event and enjoy a festive and welcoming atmosphere where the combination of music and entertainment guarantees an unforgettable day for the whole family 971 13 91 00 calvia@calvia.com www.melia.com Global Hotel Technologies Director en Meliá Hotels International A BRITISH man who stabbed his girlfriend's secret lover with a seven inch knife has been handed a three-year prison sentence has admitted to attacking a 33-year-old man after he was unexpectedly caught in bed with the woman who was dating them both at once He punched his love rival in the face before knifing him in the chest in the horror attack in the holiday resort of Santa Ponsa near Magaluf Neither men knew they were dating the same woman until Aly Mbengue turned up at around 4:30am and caught Ngandu and his girlfriend together The assault with the seven-inch weapon left Moroccan born Mbengue fighting for his life and needing emergency surgery Prosecutors initially wanted a nine-year sentence for Ngandu but a plea deal lowered his time behind bars Ngandu was also ordered to pay £25,000 in damages and a five-year restraining order is in place meaning he can't be within 500m of the victim. The injuries caused placed the victim’s life in grave danger and he would have died if he hadn’t been admitted to a hospital intensive care unit so quickly Public prosecutors said in their pre-trial indictment: “Both men were dating the same woman but neither knew about her double life. “During the row sparked by them discovering what was going on, the defendant attacked the other by punching him in the face. stabbed him in the chest with a seven-inch knife “The injuries caused placed the victim’s life in grave danger and he would have died if he hadn’t been admitted to a hospital intensive care unit so quickly." Another lawyer for the victim said the knife attack was so intense it “penetrated his abdominal cavity” and left him with multiple scars They added he suffered from post-traumatic stress as well as breathing difficulties due to the stabbing Ngandu has spent the last 14 months in jail after the ordeal last July This will go towards his sentence with the Brit allowed to leave Spain after he has served two thirds of his time It is believed that he will be deported back to the UK in the summer of 2025 was originally set to use a "self-defence" argument had the case gone to trial They reportedly would have claimed that Mbengue was the initial aggressor after he caught the pair in bed Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/ Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience The best hotels in the Balearic Islands are all surrounded by some pretty spectacular scenery There aren’t uniform hallways filled with rows of doors with nothing to distinguish them beyond a number The furniture isn’t interchangeable from one bedside to the next placed cautiously within rooms that stretch toward inoffensive neutrality The interior design feels hand-crafted and uniquely curated as if you wandered into the holiday home of an Ibizan billionaire with impeccable taste Hidden away on a hundred acres of olive groves Finca Serena combines traditional architecture with contemporary design Rooms feature beamed ceilings and arched doorways and whitewashed walls provide a simple backdrop for a mix of modern and antique-style furnishings and a color palette that’s made up of soothing grays and unfinished wood the rooms are designed by Dorothée Meilichzon whose work is no less at home under the timbered ceilings of these farmhouse buildings than it is in the more urban Experimental hotels in London The result is both true to the 19th-century finca and indelibly stamped with a contemporary personality Le Designer Lorenzo Castillo has filled Cristine Bedfor’s spaces with thoughtfully selected antiques and objets in pursuit of the kind of character possessed by the best small hotels and inspired by a fictional character dreamt up by hotelier Cristina Lonzano: a local’s vision of a British traveler’s idea of a perfectly hospitable Menorcan residence Many an old farmhouse in the Balearic islands has been transformed into a luxe and exceedingly private escape Es Racó d’Artà is something special: in the size of the estate which comprises not just a farmhouse but nearly two dozen outlying casas and casitas as well as in the sheer excellence of its design by the well-known local architect Toni Esteva A fourteenth-century tower in Ibiza’s historic hilltop old town is home to Torre del Canónigo classic in aspect yet contemporary in comfort And the fact that towers are literally built to provide astonishing views makes the Canónigo experience a spectacularly panoramic one Not for nothing does this place draw an A-list clientele passing under its old stone archway and into its leafy central courtyard you enter a particularly inviting oasis within the already elegant Mediterranean enclave of Palma de Mallorca’s old walled city all full of cushiony nooks that invite a respite before continuing to one of the twelve guest rooms Can Bordoy is made from a couple of 12th-century heritage buildings and the ancient architecture lends its spaces plenty of historical character But what it all adds up to is a high-end luxury boutique hotel that’s as contemporary as can be which mixes classic antiques with ultra-modern design pieces which are subtly high-tech and totally up to date Santa Ponsa’s 21 rooms and suites span several buildings across this 250-acre estate whose architecture is a vibrant mix of Spanish and Moorish influences but they’re all handsomely styled in focused and outfitted with rattan furniture and upscale boutique-hotel comforts Torre Vella offers a slightly more bohemian vision than its sister hotel But the difference is a matter of character not quality — it’s got a personality all its own Rooms and suites occupy the main building as well as outbuildings all are stunningly decorated in a minimalist style with plenty of rustic Ca Na Xica recreates the look of a traditional finca You wouldn’t guess it when you’re pulling into the place Each of the twenty suites is individually decorated — think warm tile hardwood French doors leading to private terraces At some point Palma de Mallorca’s best hotels came to rival those in Barcelona and Madrid two cities that have been in the top league for luxury and boutique hotels from the start That’s thanks in large part not to the big chains but to one-off independent hotels like Sant Francesc Hotel Singular a thorough refurbishment of a 19th-century palace that is very much the equal of the long-established names in high-end hospitality and want easy downtown access; or perhaps you’re a Nordic design junkie and can’t sleep without a bit of sleek minimalism; either way Some combination of the two must have served as inspiration for owner Mats Wahlström; how else to explain the delightful blend of modern international Zen and wide-ranging ethnic influences within this 14th-century Gothic palace Even a hotel in the old city center of Mahón offers more rest and relaxation than stimulating urbanity — a situation that suits Can Alberti 1740 just fine It’s named for the family that established it as its home and for the year of its foundation and in its present incarnation as a luxury boutique hotel it trades heavily on its residential atmosphere and its quasi-aristocratic elegance Though crafted from a historical structure Sa Creu Nova Petit Palais Art & Spa is an entirely modern boutique-hotel experience The occasional rough-hewn stone wall only adds atmosphere to the clean-lined bedrooms and the simplicity of spaces draws the eye to the artworks — there’s an impressive contemporary collection distrubuted throughout the hotel’s rooms and common spaces Six Senses Ibiza is set at the end of a peninsula in the far north of the island a setting which maximizes its private-island atmosphere and not only is it as luxurious as you’d rightly expect from Six Senses the first BREEAM-certified resort in the region — meaning not only that its construction and operation are low-impact but that it works with local agencies to constantly improve its environment and its surrounding communities From listening bars to neighbourhood restaurants explore all the top recommendations from Chishuru’s Adejoké Bakare One of the most prominent chefs serving Indian cuisine talks India and his New York these splurge-worthy hotels have the design and prestige to rival even that most historic of city landmarks The first hotel on this list is just 20 minutes from Florence From vineyards to infinity pools and farm-to-table restaurants every one of these 14 Tuscan classics is within two hours of the city the best hotel rooftops are a go-to when you touch down From Texas Barbecue to Mexico City's cutting-edge dining these new MICHELIN Guide hot spots promise unforgettable vacations and world-class cuisine These are the best lake vacations for a summer break from Lake Tahoe in the US to Lake Como in Switzerland and the MICHELIN-recommended restaurants and bolt holes to bed down in when you visit The MICHELIN Guide Inspectors have already added hundreds of hotels to the MICHELIN selection in 2025 we’re highlighting a special list of 10 that thrive in the sunny season where do fashion’s biggest names retreat for a bite and a bed We imagine the post-Gala sanctuaries of the chicest attendees From tartan fabrics and stag antler furnishings to rare Scotch whiskies and castle views you'll have no doubt which country you're in when staying at these Michelin-Key hotels Sustainability is more than a buzzword—it’s a core value embraced by some of North America’s most design-forward hotels explore some of its best MICHELIN Guide dining spots and uncover its hidden gems From exquisite cuisine to artisan treasures get to know the Tuscan city like a local with our handy guide for a curated taste of Florence’s finest Marseille is a crossroads of culture and cuisine shaped by 2,600 years of migration and maritime trade From its Greek founders to waves of immigrants from Italy each community has left an indelible mark on the city’s dynamic food culture Croatian cuisine boasts a strong identity that reflects both the land and the sea Non-members can add the privileges at checkout through our 30 day free trial By continuing I accept the Terms & Condition and Privacy Policy. I would like to receive Newsletter from MICHELIN Guide Save lists of your favorite restaurants & hotels There aren\u2019t uniform hallways filled with rows of doors The furniture isn\u2019t interchangeable from one bedside to the next and whitewashed walls provide a simple backdrop for a mix of modern and antique-style furnishings and a color palette that\u2019s made up of soothing grays and unfinished wood the rooms are designed by Doroth\u00e9e Meilichzon Le Designer Lorenzo Castillo has filled Cristine Bedfor\u2019s spaces with thoughtfully selected antiques and objets and inspired by a fictional character dreamt up by hotelier Cristina Lonzano: a local\u2019s vision of a British traveler\u2019s idea of a perfectly hospitable Menorcan residence Es Rac\u00f3 d\u2019Art\u00e0 is something special: in the size of the estate A fourteenth-century tower in Ibiza\u2019s historic hilltop old town is home to Torre del Can\u00f3nigo makes the Can\u00f3nigo experience a spectacularly panoramic one you enter a particularly inviting oasis within the already elegant Mediterranean enclave of Palma de Mallorca\u2019s old walled city But what it all adds up to is a high-end luxury boutique hotel that\u2019s as contemporary as can be Santa Ponsa\u2019s 21 rooms and suites span several buildings across this 250-acre estate but they\u2019re all handsomely styled in focused not quality \u2014 it\u2019s got a personality all its own You wouldn\u2019t guess it when you\u2019re pulling into the place Each of the twenty suites is individually decorated \u2014 think warm tile At some point Palma de Mallorca\u2019s best hotels came to rival those in Barcelona and Madrid That\u2019s thanks in large part not to the big chains but to one-off independent hotels like Sant Francesc Hotel Singular Maybe you\u2019re in Palma for the nightlife and want easy downtown access; or perhaps you\u2019re a Nordic design junkie and can\u2019t sleep without a bit of sleek minimalism; either way Some combination of the two must have served as inspiration for owner Mats Wahlstr\u00f6m; how else to explain the delightful blend of modern international Zen and wide-ranging ethnic influences within this 14th-century Gothic palace Even a hotel in the old city center of Mah\u00f3n offers more rest and relaxation than stimulating urbanity \u2014 a situation that suits Can Alberti 1740 just fine It\u2019s named for the family that established it as its home and for the year of its foundation it\u2019s as plush as can be on the inside and the simplicity of spaces draws the eye to the artworks \u2014 there\u2019s an impressive contemporary collection distrubuted throughout the hotel\u2019s rooms and common spaces and not only is it as luxurious as you\u2019d rightly expect from Six Senses but it\u2019s extraordinarily green as well the first BREEAM-certified resort in the region \u2014 meaning not only that its construction and operation are low-impact This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page 2019Photo: Courtesy of Engel & VölkersSave this storySaveSave this storySaveAlexander McQueen’s sense of style was hardly limited to the trend-setting silhouettes he sent down the runway A luxury Spanish villa that the British designer owned from 2005 until his tragic death in 2010 was recently snapped up for $2.78 million and glimpses into the space reveal a beautifully designed located in the coastal town of Santa Ponsa on the Spanish island of Mallorca was renovated in 2015 and includes five bedrooms and three full bathrooms with stunning views of the Sierra Tramuntana Mountains and Santa Ponsa’s sprawling golf courses Notable amenities of the light-filled home include marble floors with underfloor heating large floor-to-ceiling windows for maximum brightness a modern fitted kitchen with an adjacent dining space ideal for entertaining air conditioning (crucial for hot Spanish summers) and an underground garage with three parking spaces The master suite features a Jacuzzi-style deep soaking tub the villa boasts two spacious terraces and an infinity-edge swimming pool Photo: Courtest of Engel & VölkersPhoto: Courtesy of Engel & VölkersPhoto: Courtesy of Engel & VölkersPhoto: Courtesy of Engel & VölkersPhoto: Courtesy of Engel & VölkersIn addition to his Spanish getaway, the renowned designer also previously owned a penthouse in London’s posh Mayfair area a two-bedroom home that occupies the top two floors of a building on a quiet residential street The entirety of the interior spaces reflected McQueen’s aesthetic with mirror accents and elegant chandeliers scattered throughout the space which was made up in a palette of grays and creams A grand spiral staircase connected the two floors to a private roof deck with two floor-length mirrors naturally flanking the geometric structure Related: Iconic Halston House Where Andy Warhol and Liza Minnelli Partied Finally Sells https://www.derrynow.com/section/1245/advertise-with-us All the latest breaking local news from Derry and County Derry Keep up to date with the latest sports news Read all the latest crime & court news in Derry and County Derry Read all the latest Irish news and updates from around Ireland Catch up on all the latest business news in Derry and County Derry Find whats happening in and around Derry and County Derry Enjoy our award winning photos and picture galleries taken in Derry and County Derry Read about the latest properties available in Derry and County Derry Enjoy our latest and up to date motoring review and news in Derry and County Derry Derry and County Derry Met Eireann Weather Forecast Recent 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achieved this amazing feat after City of Derry’s Liam McCaul won in 1979 and then four years running from 1981 to 1984 both finished with 150 points at the eighteenth hole and it required a play-off back down the first hole at Santa Ponsa to separate the two Brennan recorded an excellent up and down for a par four to defeat Barrett by one shot was the inspiration of the late City of Derry Club Professional Michael Doherty and after he stepped down in 2008 it has been organised by former City of Derry Captain Andy Meenagh drawn from no less than 9 clubs and again included two players from Perth in Australia No less than 14 past winners played in this year’s event T Golf Poniente and Santa Ponsa hosted the event and the results over the four days were as follows:- David Jones Cod 41 points on break of tie and 3 Greencastle 38 points on break of tie and 3 the 32 players were drawn into eight teams before departing for Spain although after day 1 they all split up and play in different 4-balls for the following 3 days Kevin Barrett and Eugene Dunbar 362 points; 2 Karl Doherty and Martin Doherty CoD 359 points The Bishopsgate Hotel sponsored the prizes for the wining team " + $(".testo_articolo").html().replace(//g please subscribe and support local journalism Subscribing will allow you access to all of our premium content and archived articles To continue reading this article for FREE,please kindly register and/or log in Registration is absolutely 100% FREE and will help us personalise your experience on our sites You can also sign up to our carefully curated newsletter(s) to keep up to date with your latest local news Derry BT redundancy payments capped at one year Derry - Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign The role offers an attractive package for the right candidate Subscribe or register today to discover more from DonegalLive.ie Donegal Post and Inish Times here for instant access to Donegal's premier news titles Keep up with the latest news from Donegal with 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cash One of the suspects had the money stuffed into his sock A local shopkeeper approached officers while they were at the scene to tell them he had seen the pair offering balloons to people in the street have just appeared in court and been released on bail pending an ongoing inquiry are being investigated on suspicion of a crime against public health The older lad is being probed over an alleged crime of identify theft The Irishmen are understood to have been staying at a hotel in Santa Ponsa is a fast-acting gas used as a whipping agent to make whipped cream much quicker than manual whisking or using a mechanical mixer It is also used as a painkiller in medicine and dentistry Intensive frequent inhalation of laughing gas can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency which can cause neurological damage A coroner ruled in April nitrous oxide abuse had contributed to the death of UK student Ellen Mercer two weeks after being left bed-bound by burning her legs with a laughing gas canister 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Available on Apple and Android devices COURSE: The tournament will be played on the par 72 Golf Santa Ponsa I which was designed by the late Folco Nardi and opened for play in 1977 The layout has hosted the European Tour on six previous occasions with Spanish legend Seve Ballesteros winning the first of those – the Open de Baleares in 1988 won the Turespana Masters Open at Santa Ponsa I in 1998 PLAYERS TO WATCH: Santa Ponça will welcome a host of top European players led by former World No.1 and two-time major winner RELATED: So-called expert golf tips for this week Kaymer has gone close to breaking his lengthy win drought twice in 2021 first at the Austrian Open and again at the BMW International Open in Germany in June when he was runner-up after a final round 64 it will be just two weeks short of 10 years since his last victory which came at the WGC HSBC Champions in November 2011 Pieters (pictured right) is searching for a victory to add to his five career titles His last win came more than two years ago at the Czech Masters but there have been signs in recent times that his form his returning Two top-10s in September and 15 of 16 rounds under par suggest the ‘Belgian Bomber’ is close to contending there are a number of players teeing it up in Mallorca who know what it is like to experience a Ryder Cup a winner in Spain and once in Mallorca (2010) Scott Hend and Maverick Antcliff are the only Aussies in the field with Dimi Papadatos hoping to get a call up as an alternate Antcliff has had a season of mixed fortunes but this layout will suit his style of play which is heavily reliant on hitting a lot of greens in regulation Hend has had a horror run of form with seven missed cuts in his past nine starts might just be the tonic he requires to contend in Mallorca