OFF THE GRID HONEYMOONS
MALLORCA
Europeans know about Mallorca, but this Mediterranean paradise in Spain’s Balearic Islands still flies largely under the radar of American travelers. Port de Sóller, a little village in one of Mallorca’s most beautiful harbors, is an ideal base for exploring the island.
WHEN TO GO
September, when the temperatures are still quite warm, but less humid, and most of the Euro crowd has returned home.
WHERE TO STAY
Raw, handcrafted furniture, boldly colored woven rugs and large dream-catcher-like wall hangings give the 114 rooms at newcomer Bikini Island and Mountain Hotel a fun, funky vibe. A poolside bar and an outpost of trendy Israeli-influenced restaurant Neni ups the cool factor. (From $178; Bikini-Hotels.com)
HOW TO GET THERE
Fly into Palma de Mallorca Airport then drive 40 minutes north along Ma-11.
WHAT TO DO
Ride the historic tram, one of the oldest in the world, 30 minutes from Port du Sóller to the town of Sóller and soak up Spanish culture at a café. ($8; TrendeSoller.com)
