At eight o’ clock, when the first rays of sunshine light up the horizon, Mallorca still slumbers. The streets, squares and beach promenades on the wide bays of the island unhurriedly come to life – in Mallorca the clocks tick just a little differently, sighs Marianne Seitz happily. It is not as hectic as at home and the winters are not as cold. Ever since the enthusiastic visitor to Mallorca has spent her winter holidays on a finca under the Mallorcan sun, she feels good all year round. At last she knows how beautiful life can be, she is inspired, takes a deep breath, and the salty ocean air gives her an appetite.
Helmut Thieme also had no desire to spend the winter scratching ice from windows. Rather leave
the ice behind he says, winking. Get away from Germany, definitely not forever but also not just for
a weekend trip. Much longer, a long-term vacation. Since his heart attack he wants to tackle
everything more quietly and enjoy life to the fullest … in Mallorca.
Mallorca has developed into one of the most popular emigration destinations of the Germans in
recent decades and the Balearic island is also a popular destination for older people, both for
holidays and also as retirement homes. Whether in traditional fincas, Mallorcan village houses or in
luxury villas, Mallorca has something for everyone.
The advantages of Mallorca are obvious – there are regular and cheap flights between Palma de
Mallorca and all major German airports and the short flight time of just over two hours makes
travelling to Mallorca all the more attractive. Even for older passengers the journey to Mallorca is
completely unproblematic and the flight staff is friendly and helpful and speaks good German, even
in the Mallorcan airport.
At “Carlos”, a typical Mallorcan tapas bar, Marianne Seitz sits on the terrace and enjoys the sunny
afternoon. Max, a lively Labrador puppy, is begging for a treat. I always thought I’d leave Max
behind, she says, but as smaller animals are allowed to travel with most airlines beloved pets are no obstacle for commuting between Germany and Mallorca and animals weighing up to eight
kilograms are even allowed in the cabin.
Helmut Thieme and his wife used to have pets but nowadays they want more time for themselves,
to stroll along the beach promenade, go hiking in the nearby Tramuntana mountains or ambitiously
play golf and, as is the case with good cuisine and fine wines, there is no lack of golf courses on
Mallorca.
If you want to experience the Mediterranean climate in the so-called cold season, Mallorca is the
right place.
