roger b Posted March 3, 2017 #176 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Thanks for the information. We had planned to just walk around a bit but the bus seems an easy way to see things and then walk around town. Is this the same bus here: http://www.city-sightseeing.com/tour-details/spain/palma-de-mallorca.htm?id=152 Yes only one HoHo bus all sites seen on web are booking agents . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare QuattroRomeo Posted March 4, 2017 #177 Share Posted March 4, 2017 We'll be visiting Palma on a Wednesday in November and haven't been there before. The city photos are just beautiful. So far, we think we'd like to see: - Cathedral(le Seu) - Palau March - Es Baluard, and lunch on the terrace - Can Forteza Rey - Fundacio La Caixa - if time, a local wines shop Is there a logical route to use for these sites and would it be walkable? Is it possible to enjoy the sites in a day without being too rushed? Thanks for any suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger b Posted March 4, 2017 #178 Share Posted March 4, 2017 We'll be visiting Palma on a Wednesday in November and haven't been there before. The city photos are just beautiful. So far, we think we'd like to see:- Cathedral(le Seu) - Palau March - Es Baluard, and lunch on the terrace - Can Forteza Rey - Fundacio La Caixa - if time, a local wines shop Is there a logical route to use for these sites and would it be walkable? Is it possible to enjoy the sites in a day without being too rushed? Thanks for any suggestions. What good plan for an educational day out in Palma, It is easy as Palma is very pedestrian friendly and you will have plenty of time to do all. I like your idea of lunch on the terrace at Es Baluard , I would start at the Cathedral mark your stops on google maps and I think the order you have put your stops in are good anyway. Try to get the Mercat Oliver market in as well if you can where you will find your wine shop there it is on the route. I will try this plan out myself before October as I have not been to a couple of the museums or had lunch on the terrace at Es Baluard and keep you posted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare QuattroRomeo Posted March 4, 2017 #179 Share Posted March 4, 2017 Thanks very much! Look forward your 'test drive' of the route! We love the artists and architecture that are displayed in those places and hope to enjoy our day. -Pam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lup104 Posted March 5, 2017 #180 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Hi Roger, Wonder if you can help. What is the closest bus stop number near Ampliacion Muelle Poniente Norte? Thanks, Peggy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger b Posted March 5, 2017 #181 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Hi Roger, Wonder if you can help. What is the closest bus stop number near Ampliacion Muelle Poniente Norte? Thanks, Peggy On the enclosed map see No 12 this the point where the Cruise ship shuttle and tour bus's stop, it is right opposite the Cathedral, if you walk across the road there is the central av Borne , the Hoho Bus's goes from there . Not sure where you want to go to if you tell me where you want to go from the drop off I can try to give advice. http://www.portsdebalears.com/es/palma/instalaciones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvonneh Posted March 5, 2017 #182 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Thank you for all of this excellent information, Roger~ We want to see as much as we can on our port day and usually rent a car. Is this an option by the port area, and if so, do you have a company that you can recommend? Thank you! Yvonne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger b Posted March 5, 2017 #183 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Thank you for all of this excellent information, Roger~ We want to see as much as we can on our port day and usually rent a car. Is this an option by the port area, and if so, do you have a company that you can recommend? Thank you! Yvonne Try ARASH car hire in Portals Nous, I always used them before I bought my own car ,all they need is a copy of your driving licence, they will leave the car in the car park at the port with a locked box on the window with the keys, all you have to do is return it to the same place and put the keys back in the box. https://www.arashrentacar.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ljolms Posted March 5, 2017 #184 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Roger, I have read that Cala Major beach is closer to port but you have not recommended it that I can see. Any reason why not? The No 3 bus goes to Illetas beach , yes you have to pay for sun loungers , no water skiing , there are pedalo's and paddle boards. You would need to go to Palma Nova beach to find more water sport activities, If you have small children I would choose Illetas beach ,very safe sandy beach with shallow water. https://www.seemallorca.com/beaches/illetas-beach-palma-de-mallorca-illetes-(beach-resort)-664304 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvonneh Posted March 5, 2017 #185 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Try ARASH car hire in Portals Nous, I always used them before I bought my own car ,all they need is a copy of your driving licence, they will leave the car in the car park at the port with a locked box on the window with the keys, all you have to do is return it to the same place and put the keys back in the box. https://www.arashrentacar.com/ Thank you so much! That is perfect! I am going to keep reading this thread. You are so helpful! I hope you know how much t is appreciated. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger b Posted March 6, 2017 #186 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Roger,I have read that Cala Major beach is closer to port but you have not recommended it that I can see. Any reason why not? Yes you are right the beach at Cala Mayor beach is slightly nearer the port ,my reason for my not recommending it is mainly the facilities and also nearly every afternoon through out the summer months the wind comes up and this beach will have waves. My preference is Illetas beach which you have 3 separate small beaches so you will find a very still sea which ever way the wind blows, also there is a very nice beach bar Las Terraces. It is only 5/10 mins between Cala Mayor and Illetas. https://www.seemallorca.com/beaches/illetas-beach-palma-de-mallorca-illetes-(beach-resort)-664304 https://www.seemallorca.com/beaches/cala-mayor-beach-palma-de-mallorca-cala-major-(beach-resort)-664263 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BabysBday Posted March 21, 2017 #187 Share Posted March 21, 2017 What good plan for an educational day out in Palma, It is easy as Palma is very pedestrian friendly and you will have plenty of time to do all. I like your idea of lunch on the terrace at Es Baluard , I would start at the Cathedral mark your stops on google maps and I think the order you have put your stops in are good anyway. Try to get the Mercat Oliver market in as well if you can where you will find your wine shop there it is on the route. I will try this plan out myself before October as I have not been to a couple of the museums or had lunch on the terrace at Es Baluard and keep you posted. Hi Roger, Thanks for all your posts, this thread has been so helpful and informative! We will be there on the first Saturday in November arriving at 1pm. Will many places be closed for the season in Palma? We'd like to go to La Parada Del Mar, Beliver Castle, and then maybe follow some of QuattroRomeo's itinerary given that we'd like to be back at our ship by 7pm. Can you please suggest the best means of transportation (taxi, bus, etc) for us if our ship, the NCL Epic, will be docked at Muelle Peraires, Estacion Maritima 1, Poniente Sur? Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger b Posted March 21, 2017 #188 Share Posted March 21, 2017 Hi Roger, Thanks for all your posts, this thread has been so helpful and informative! We will be there on the first Saturday in November arriving at 1pm. Will many places be closed for the season in Palma? We'd like to go to La Parada Del Mar, Beliver Castle, and then maybe follow some of QuattroRomeo's itinerary given that we'd like to be back at our ship by 7pm. Can you please suggest the best means of transportation (taxi, bus, etc) for us if our ship, the NCL Epic, will be docked at Muelle Peraires, Estacion Maritima 1, Poniente Sur? Thanks in advance! Its a pity you are restricted by time but most possible ,Taxi is your best bet to get everywhere, Parada del Mar Open 1pm -3.30 pm 10mins and 10 eu Belver castle 10 mins from P del M keep taxi as you will only need 20 mins max and you might not find a taxi from there then go into Palma 15 mins. you should be back in Palma by 3.30 pm which will give you plenty of time for some of the rest. http://www.portsdebalears.com/sites/default/files/Plano%20Palma.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BabysBday Posted March 22, 2017 #189 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Its a pity you are restricted by time but most possible ,Taxi is your best bet to get everywhere, Parada del Mar Open 1pm -3.30 pm 10mins and 10 eu Belver castle 10 mins from P del M keep taxi as you will only need 20 mins max and you might not find a taxi from there then go into Palma 15 mins. you should be back in Palma by 3.30 pm which will give you plenty of time for some of the rest. http://www.portsdebalears.com/sites/default/files/Plano%20Palma.pdf Thanks Roger!! I had a notion of heading all the way out to Portocristo, but realized quickly that I had no time for all that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justmeme13 Posted March 25, 2017 #190 Share Posted March 25, 2017 Hi Roger, I will be staying two days in Palma at the Santa Clara Urban on April 5, before returning to Barcelona to board the Riviera Cruise ship. Can you please give me suggestions on what to see and where to eat? Thanks so much for your time. Maryellen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger b Posted March 26, 2017 #191 Share Posted March 26, 2017 Hi Roger,I will be staying two days in Palma at the Santa Clara Urban on April 5, before returning to Barcelona to board the Riviera Cruise ship. Can you please give me suggestions on what to see and where to eat? Thanks so much for your time. Maryellen Hi Maryellen ,If you look back a couple of pages in this thread you will find my restaurant selection also reading back you will find a host of things to do. I suggest one day out from Palma (train to Perto Soller )and the other around Palma. I am boarding Rivera today and getting off in Palma, If you want something different let me know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bromleypod Posted June 6, 2017 #192 Share Posted June 6, 2017 Yes you are right the beach at Cala Mayor beach is slightly nearer the port ,my reason for my not recommending it is mainly the facilities and also nearly every afternoon through out the summer months the wind comes up and this beach will have waves. My preference is Illetas beach which you have 3 separate small beaches so you will find a very still sea which ever way the wind blows, also there is a very nice beach bar Las Terraces. It is only 5/10 mins between Cala Mayor and Illetas. https://www.seemallorca.com/beaches/illetas-beach-palma-de-mallorca-illetes-(beach-resort)-664304 https://www.seemallorca.com/beaches/cala-mayor-beach-palma-de-mallorca-cala-major-(beach-resort)-664263 Hi Roger What is the best way to get to this beach as I have an elderly mum with me who can't walk for too long? And how long would it take if we get a taxi ? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger b Posted June 6, 2017 #193 Share Posted June 6, 2017 Hi Roger What is the best way to get to this beach as I have an elderly mum with me who can't walk for too long? And how long would it take if we get a taxi ? Thanks Hi, Best to take a taxi, to Illetas beach, it will drop the at the beach Club (La Terrazas) it has a nice restaurant (not expensive),and plenty of seating and also beach beds .https://www.abc-mallorca.com/las-terrazas-beach-club/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger b Posted June 7, 2017 #194 Share Posted June 7, 2017 Hi Roger What is the best way to get to this beach as I have an elderly mum with me who can't walk for too long? And how long would it take if we get a taxi ? Thanks Forgot to say that Cala Mayor beach is about 10 mins from the port and will cost 12/15 euros.,Illetas beach is about the same time and is 15/20 euros Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bromleypod Posted June 7, 2017 #195 Share Posted June 7, 2017 Forgot to say that Cala Mayor beach is about 10 mins from the port and will cost 12/15 euros.,Illetas beach is about the same time and is 15/20 euros Thank you so much Roger, will be heading to llletas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bra_BE2014 Posted June 10, 2017 #196 Share Posted June 10, 2017 Hi, Best to take a taxi, to Illetas beach, it will drop the at the beach Club (La Terrazas) it has a nice restaurant (not expensive),and plenty of seating and also beach beds .https://www.abc-mallorca.com/las-terrazas-beach-club/ This beach is awesome! I've been there last year when I had a land vacation in Mallorca. However, how easy is it is to find another taxi back to port? I remember that there is a bus stop close buy (which I used) but i don't remember seeing taxis waiting around. Any tips? Thanks in advance! Priscila Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger b Posted June 11, 2017 #197 Share Posted June 11, 2017 This beach is awesome! I've been there last year when I had a land vacation in Mallorca. However, how easy is it is to find another taxi back to port? I remember that there is a bus stop close buy (which I used) but i don't remember seeing taxis waiting around. Any tips? Thanks in advance! Priscila Sent from my iPad using Forums Yes there is a bus stop right by the beach and they run every 8 mins the No 3 bus will take you to with in sight of the ship and is only about a 5 min walk back if you get off the bus at the stop after Porto Pi . The taxi rank is about 5 mins walk away , but you will have no problem getting one as the restaurant will call one for you. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grade Posted June 12, 2017 #198 Share Posted June 12, 2017 Hello Roger. I have been on vacation in Palma for several times (lost count how many times i was there), stayed at Garonda hotel in Playa de Palma. This year our cruise that we are taking in two weeks will dock in Palma. The boat docks at 9AM and departs at 7PM. Since my aunt is going with us, she visited the city two years ago on another cruise, this time she wanted to visit the well known beaches and water of Palma. So we thought in two possibilities for the beaches. Playa de Palma (it is normally were we go on vacation in Palma de Mallorca) and Illetas Beach (we never went to). Since our plan is to spend the morning at the beach, have lunch near the beach (my parents are questioning in lunching at the boat, but i'm trying to convince them to eat near the beach) and after lunch return to the boat. How long does it take to get to both beaches? Which one do you prefer? How do we get to both beaches, Bus or Taxi? Is there any expenses we need to ponder? Thanks in advanced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger b Posted June 13, 2017 #199 Share Posted June 13, 2017 (edited) Hello Roger. I have been on vacation in Palma for several times (lost count how many times i was there), stayed at Garonda hotel in Playa de Palma. This year our cruise that we are taking in two weeks will dock in Palma. The boat docks at 9AM and departs at 7PM. Since my aunt is going with us, she visited the city two years ago on another cruise, this time she wanted to visit the well known beaches and water of Palma. So we thought in two possibilities for the beaches. Playa de Palma (it is normally were we go on vacation in Palma de Mallorca) and Illetas Beach (we never went to). Since our plan is to spend the morning at the beach, have lunch near the beach (my parents are questioning in lunching at the boat, but i'm trying to convince them to eat near the beach) and after lunch return to the boat. How long does it take to get to both beaches? Which one do you prefer? How do we get to both beaches, Bus or Taxi? Is there any expenses we need to ponder? Thanks in advanced. Playa de Palma is further from the port (40 mins and 30 euros in taxi) and is very busy with cheap holiday tourists, Illetas beach (15mins and 15/20 euros taxi)i and is easily reached by No 3 bus (2 euros) far nicer and much nearer. There are a choice of restaurants : https://www.seemallorca.com/beachclubs/las-terrazas-beach-club-illetes-beach-resort-666498 Or if you want to really go up market https://www.purobeach.com/en/beach-club-illetas/ Edited June 13, 2017 by roger b Missed question Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grade Posted June 14, 2017 #200 Share Posted June 14, 2017 (edited) Hi Roger. Thank you for the information. We are discussing, which beach we will be heading, but thank you for the information. We are inclined to go to Illetas to try something different. Also it is closer from the port. I was seeing the route through google maps and he says it takes 1h32 minutes to get there, taking bus Nº 3, while you say it takes 15 minutes. Now i'm confused. :) sorry. https://www.google.pt/maps/dir/Puerto+Palma/Beach+Illetes,+Passeig+Illetes,+54B,+07181+Illetes,+Illes+Balears,+Spain/@39.5452148,2.6012014,15z/data=!4m15!4m14!1m5!1m1!1s0x0:0x9f844e95da79384f!2m2!1d2.6309513!2d39.5529975!1m5!1m1!1s0x12978e7713776b3f:0x6ed068b6befc06ba!2m2!1d2.5905459!2d39.5369125!3e3!5i1 Edited June 14, 2017 by Grade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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