Today is World Cities Day!
On October 31, World Cities Day is celebrated, a day that advocates the sustainable growth of cities around the world.
International Cities Day is celebrated every October 31, focused on making sustainable construction possible. As we are good travelers, from Elba Hotels we dedicate this post to talk about this day and, by the way, we invite you to visit Madrid, the city where our headquarters are located.
The theme of World Cities Day changes every year, focusing this 2019 on “innovations and a better life for future generations”. Currently more than half of the population lives in cities, a number which is expected to double in 2050. Therefore, it is necessary to take into account urbanization to ensure sustainable growth and future.
Get to know Madrid with Elba Hotels
That said, today we will talk about an emblematic city, Madrid. Full of life, the capital of Spain is a destination that no traveler can miss due to its enormous attractions.
Five plans for an autumnal getaway to Granada
Discover what to do in Granada. We tell you five plans to escape during autumn to the province of Granada.
Granada is a destination to enjoy in autumn, taking advantage of its mild temperatures, exquisite cuisine and extraordinary cultural offer. If you are thinking about what to do in Granada at this time of year, we give you 5 plans:
Mallorca in autumn
Discover the best activities to do in Mallorca this autumn, enjoy the island and practice your favorite activities.
Do you think vacations are only for summer? Autumn can also bring us magical moments. In fact, it may be the perfect season to discover a destination as claimed as Mallorca, but with fewer tourists and a milder climate. If you want to know this wonderful island, we propose you several plans to have a unique experience during your tour around Mallorca.
Cultural plans to do in autumn in Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca has beauty wherever the traveler goes. In addition, the city council organizes guided tours every Sunday at twelve to learn about its culture and history. From the Can Alemany fish market, through the gothic pinnacle that represents its Cathedral, to the Almudaina Royal Palace, you can feel the whole tradition of the city. Finally, do not forget to taste a rich porcella –suckling pig- in one of its typical "cellers".
Nature and sport on the Balearic Island
Happy World Tourism Day travelers!
On September 27 we celebrate World Tourism Day. We tell you the origin of this celebration and we give you the best tips to travel responsibly.
If you are reading this blog, we assume it is because you like to travel, but do you know where travelers' day comes from? Since 1980, World Tourism Day is celebrated every September 27. However, this date was not chosen by chance: it was that day - in 1970 - when the Statutes of the World Tourism Organization, the UNWTO, were approved. The main purpose of this celebration is to raise awareness among the international community about the value of tourism from a cultural, social, political and economic point of view, and this year, New Delhi has been the city chosen as the host for the annual event.
Tips for traveling in a sustainable and responsible way
Live a luxury and romantic getaway in Mallorca
Discover the necessary ingredients to prepare a romantic getaway in Mallorca thanks to Elba Hotels.
Having surpassed the central summer months does not mean having to dream about next year's vacation. In fact, September and October are perfect for a couple's getaway in which you can calmly enjoy highly demanded destinations during high season, such as Mallorca.
Enjoy with your couple at Elba Sunset Mallorca
Our newly opened hotel in Mallorca, Elba Sunset Mallorca, is perfect for couples. This state-of-the-art establishment provides all the comforts and services for a romantic trip.
Each of the 252 rooms and suites of minimalist design, most with excellent sea views, or its spectacular pool, give all the privacy and well-being you need for a love trip. The Double Neptune Priority Location goes one step further including sun loungers on the terrace to ensure unforgettable moments.
Spaces and activities perfect for couples
5 plans you cannot miss on your trip to Palma de Mallorca
We help you plan your trip to Mallorca and discover the most beautiful places on the island. An unforgettable adventure with Elba Hotels.
Traveling to Palma de Mallorca can be a real adventure, especially if you have time to move around the island. The coves in Mallorca are one of its many attractions but, if you are wondering what else to do in Mallorca, we recommend five essential plans:
We embark on a gastronomic route through Mallorca!
Guide to eating in Mallorca, where to go and what to try. You'll be surprised!
Many already know Mallorca for its colorful architecture, its pleasant climate or its small wild coves, but discovering its cuisine, based on the purest Mediterranean diet, with intense and fresh flavors, is a pleasure that you can not miss.
Do not miss the opportunity to try these typical products of Mallorca
During your stay in the "biggest sister" of the Balearic Islands, we recommend you go to a "celler", places where wine was made and matured and now have become restaurants specialized in typical dishes of Mallorca. There you will find much more than Mallorcan “sobrasada” and “ensaimadas”!
If you are looking for a traditional meal, Celler Sa Premsa is the perfect option. This restaurant located in the town of Palma serves some of the oldest recipes on the island. Dishes such as "Frit Mallorquín", fried lamb liver with sautéed potatoes, peppers and herbs or the well-known “sobrasada”, either natural or fried, will make your palate surrender to the flavors of Mallorcan cuisine.
July 3, International Plastic Bag Free Day 2019
Reflection day about the excess of plastic consumption, pollution and environment.
The International Plastic Bag Free Day is celebrated on July 3, a day that Elba Hotels supports in order to promote social awareness and environment care. The prohibition of single use plastics agreed by the European Union for 2021 is claimed as one of the solutions needed to reduce pollution.
According to data from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food and Environment, it is estimated that each Spaniard consumes an average of 238 plastic bags per year and only 10% of these are recycled. The over consumption of this material has a clear impact on our seas and oceans.
Therefore, if we want to contribute to the preservation of our seas and the life they contain, we must do everything possible in our daily routines to reduce the use of plastics whose waste ends up in the ocean. We tell you how.
Some tips for using less plastics
Fuerteventura, the best beaches in Europe
The traveler community of TripAdvisor values the beaches of this Canary island as some of the best in Europe. Discover which are the most impressive ones.
The Canary Island of Fuerteventura is one of the favorite destinations for tourists who seek unique destinations and stunningly different landscapes. Do you wonder why? The answer is that this island has attractions that are impossible to find in other places, from salt marshes, volcanoes and dunes to kilometers and kilometers of wild or scarcely frequented beaches and protected areas with striking landscapes that leave visitors speechless.
The best beaches of Fuerteventura
The beaches of Cofete and Sotavento have been chosen among the ten best beaches in Spain by the travelers of the TripAdvisor community. It is easy to understand why.
Elba Sunset Mallorca, the great novelty of the year at Hoteles Elba
Discover the new Hotel Elba Sunset Mallorca, a four star hotel with a privileged location.
Hoteles Elba has inaugurated its first hotel in the Balearic Islands, Elba Sunset Mallorca Thalasso Spa Hotel, a four-star establishment located in the residential area of Palmanova, in the town of Calviá (Mallorca). The hotel opened its doors last Saturday and has 252 rooms and suites, exclusive services on its Rooftop terrace and its own thalassotherapy center under the Elba Thalasso Spa brand with treatments by Natura Bissé firm.
Spectacular infinity-pool
Possibly the most special corner of the Elba Sunset Mallorca hotel is its spectacular infinity pool overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Its excellent location allows you to have the feeling of being swimming in the sea, an indescribable experience.
The rooftop terrace is the perfect place for vacations to be a haven of peace: hypnotizing views, designer lounge chairs, refreshments and delicious cocktails.