Mallorca is changing: the best places to find peace amidst the hustle and bustle

Just a few years ago, Mallorca looked at its little sister Ibiza with some envy - after all, the other Balearic island was considered the more cultured. The one with the upscale nightlife, the superstars, the good food. Mallorca waited almost too long to counter the Ballermann image. It was not until the early 2010s that the island's image began to change. For many reasons: Billions of euros are being invested in infrastructure. Modern highways and expressways are being built. The beach and harbor promenades are being extensively renovated and luxury hotels are being built all over the island. The Tramuntana mountain range becomes a World Heritage Site, as does the cuisine of the Balearic Islands, whose flavors, techniques and recipes are now recognized as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Palma is now considered one of the most attractive cultural cities in the Mediterranean, and the local chefs are the stars. For them, sustainability and regionality are at the heart of their art. The island now has ten Michelin restaurants.