📚 Top Travel Books for Mallorca
1. “Lonely Planet Mallorca” (Latest Edition)
- A thorough, reliable, and easy-to-use guide with maps, itineraries, cultural tips, and restaurant/hotel recommendations.
- Great for self-guided exploration and discovering hidden gems.
2. “DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Mallorca”
- Compact and photo-heavy, this guide highlights the top 10 attractions, scenic drives, beaches, markets, and local food spots.
- Includes pull-out maps and itineraries—great for visual learners.
3. “Insight Guides Explore Mallorca”
- Focuses on curated experiences and cultural highlights with easy-to-follow walking tours and gorgeous photography.
- Especially good for travelers who enjoy a blend of sightseeing and local flavor.
4. “The Rough Guide to Mallorca & Menorca”
- Excellent if you want more depth on culture, history, and off-the-beaten-path experiences.
- Includes practical advice for more active travelers (like hikers or bikers).
5. “Walking in Mallorca” by Paddy Dillon (Cicerone Guides)
- A favorite for hikers! Contains detailed trail descriptions for 80+ routes, including shorter, accessible walks for a range of abilities.
- Highly recommended if you plan to explore the Tramuntana mountains.
6. “Mallorca: The Silent Traveller” by Robert Graves
- A poetic and personal look at the island by the famous British author who lived in Deià.
- Less of a guide, more of a love letter to the island—great background reading.
🛒 Where to Buy
- Amazon or Bookshop.org (for paper or Kindle editions)
- Local bookstores in Palma often carry English-language guides
- Consider borrowing from your local library or using Libby or Hoopla apps
✈️ Planning & Itinerary Management
1. TripIt
- Organizes all your reservations (flights, car rentals, hotels) into a single itinerary.
- Great for sharing plans with your group.
2. Google Travel (via browser)
- Use for saved locations, trip research, and exploring nearby things to do.
📍 Navigation & Getting Around
3. Google Maps
- Best for directions, public transit, walking paths, and reviews.
- Save places ahead of time with custom lists (restaurants, sights, etc.).
4. Rome2Rio
- See all travel options between two points (car, bus, ferry, plane).
- Super helpful for exploring different parts of the island.
🚗 Car Rental & Mobility
5. OffUgo
- If you’re using this contactless car rental company in Mallorca.
6. ChargeMap
- For locating EV charging stations on the island.
- Excellent for planning routes with electric vehicles.
🗣️ Language & Communication
7. Google Translate
- Real-time voice, photo, and text translation—very helpful in markets or local shops.
- Download Spanish for offline use.
8. WhatsApp
- Widely used in Spain for messaging, calls, and sharing location.
- Good for coordinating with your group or local contacts.
🍽️ Food, Markets, and Local Culture
9. TheFork (ElTenedor in Spain)
- Find and reserve tables at local restaurants, often with discounts.
- Read menus, reviews, and check for lactose-free options.
10. HappyCow
- Great for finding lactose-free and IBS-friendly dining options.
- Focused on vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-conscious spots.
📷 Exploration & Experiences
11. Rick Steves Audio Europe
- Free walking tours and cultural guides for European cities and towns.
12. Detour (now part of Apple Maps in some regions)
- Immersive audio tours by locals or experts—check if Palma is available.
13. Komoot or AllTrails
- Perfect for hiking in Mallorca, especially short and scenic trails near Palma or the Tramuntana mountains.
💶 Money & Currency
14. XE Currency
- Track currency exchange rates and convert on the fly (USD to EUR).
- Works offline too.
15. Splitwise
- If you’re sharing expenses with your group—makes it easy to track who owes what.
Would you like me to create a shareable list or iOS App Store links to send to your group?