Love birds in March

[Belladonna]

My son and his girlfriend are having a 4 day break late in March, no weekends included. Driving is not an issue as my son has been visiting the island since he was a baby. Cash however, is limited!
Any ideas for an interesting 4 days plan to help him show off the local area, and be a little romantic at the same time please.

 

[fil6699]

Could try the Caves only a short drive and the cafe outside offers wonderful Views to sit and hold hands having coffee. Also menu of the day at Golf club not expensive and again wonderful and romantic views over the bay.

 

[Belladonna]

I have Caves of Drach on the list, as this is the first time the girlfriend has visited Mallorca, so tourist sites still of interest for her. Golf club is a good idea though, thanks.

 

[fil6699]

I have Caves of Drach on the list, as this is the first time the girlfriend has visited Mallorca, so tourist sites still of interest for her. Golf club is a good idea though, thanks.

Was actually thinking of the Caves closer to PP they are the
Campanet Caves only a short drive and well worth the visit and the cafe outside has great views

 

[Belladonna]

I agree, and did assume that was where you mean fil, I meant to say that as they already have one lot of caves in mind, perhaps just for a 4 day visit, two lots may be pushing it! Mind you, the coffee terrace is a lovely place just to pop into anyway so I will put that down!

 

[lollipop]

How about a drive upto the Lamb restaurant at Alaro, worth the experience,closed Mondays.

 

[fil6699]

The train to soller is a good one and if the Boats are running to formentor. Think we filled up the 4 days LOL

 

[clinkham]

I'm taking Mrs Clinkham to PP for a 4 day break in mid April. I'm making notes of where to go, what to do - particularly the romantic bits

 

[Belladonna]

Alaro is a good option, with the continued walk up to the church afterwards if the weather is good. Not sure if the drive up to Alaro can be called romantic though. I remember being scared out of my wits!

Although I thought about Soller, I am concerned with the timings of trains. Perhaps excursions that dont need too much time planning may be better, although saying that, you have to be at Alaro for 1pm dont you!

Dont stop yet fil, more ideas required please!

 

[fil6699]

LOL Bella They are a young couple am sure they have lots of ideas. Is Mum trying to keep them busy LOL . If they like to walk the walk to Cala is not to hard and The view over the Bay at Cala with the beautiful water is always guaranteed to impress and costs nothing. Shame its not later in the year I would have taken them out on the Boat ( Note to self start Love cruises lol)

 

[Belladonna]

No comment! No, they really do want to explore interesting places. Think I have the restaurants covered - easy bit really - its the days that need a bit of planning with not too much driving involved, but if there is, then it would be good to try and avoid the motorway too much - especially cameras under the bridges!

You're never too late in life for romance, so will look for your billboard for Love Cruises in the summer!

 

[lollipop]

No need to be at Alaro for one. They serve until 7pm I believe we usually get there between 1-2 and have been later depending on what we have done first. I always do the walk first then relax and eat, not sure I'd make it after lunch !!

 

[Sparky]

This is what i love about this forum, you guys always supply the answers. Well done

 

[JMD40]

Can I suggest a drive up to Lluch, continue down La Calobra and coffee with spectacular sea view , romantic walk through the tunnels to Torrent de Parais followed by a pre-prepared picnic with a light rose wine on the beach at Cala Tuent. We had the most fantastic day together doing just that about 3 weeks ago and its such a joy when there are not many coachloads of tourists to share the experience with. Cost is just the price of a few ready prepared bocadillos, crisps, wine bought at local supermarket or bakers, coffees, petrol. Truly enjoyable, breathtaking scenery and very relaxing. Let us all know where they went and how they got on.

 

[Belladonna]

You're so right Jan. To do things when the tourists are not around gives far more freedom, and takes half the time too. Its great to get opinions of people who have actually done trips and excursions at this time of year too. Adding these all to the list I have previously made - many thanks for the ideas!

 

[El Gordo]

How about a drive upto the Lamb restaurant at Alaro, worth the experience,closed Mondays.

Have you actually driven that road!! Make sure you have ALL the insurances offered by your car hire company!!

When we visited last year, the lamb was fantastic, must have been fresh as two sheep came into the restaurant looking for their mate!! They were obviously very tame as the owner gave them a tickle under their chins!!

 

[PP_Kev]

If romance is on the cards, then there is options locally, how about the sunset from La Victoria or sitting and listening to Mariano Miranada if he is around in March. A bit further a field there is always Deia, the church there is beautiful combined with Valledemosa and the mountain coast in that area.

My wife and I enjoy taking a bottle of Cava down on the pine walk (the quieter end) late at night, when most people are in town or asleep, and sitting on a bench and just chilling to the sound of the sea. Its where we got engaged, and there is nothing like each others company in such a beautiful location. We have been to many places on the island, but its hard to beat PP!

 

[lollipop]

El Gordo, Yes I have several times,but always think it is worth it for the views on a clear day and of course the Lamb !!

 

[Belladonna]

La Victoria is definitely on the list Kev, just need to make sure they are actually open at the end of March, which I am pretty certain they are. A bench and a bottle of cava .......... you old romantic you!
El Gordo. Yep, the drive up definitely needs a few minutes in complete silence sitting in the car park to get your head together and the heart rate slowing back down again. But the views are more than worth it. I think he tickles the sheep to check how fat they are getting!

 

[Gommar Goffer]

How about just wandering hand in hand through the pretty streets of the old town and then a nice tapas meals somewhere and a coffee and liqueur in the square people watching