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• HISTORY AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION

  The earliest inhabitants of the Balearics seem to have reached the islands from the Iberian Peninsula by about 4000BC. They were later occupied by the Phoenicians, Greeks, Carthaginians, Romans, Vandals and Byzantines. In 707-8 Mallorca was conquered by the Moors of North Africa. In 1229 the Catalans defeated the Moors and on December 31st King Jaume I of Aragon was hailed as ‘El Conqueridor’.

  During the Spanish Civil War (1936-39) Mallorca and Menorca supported opposing sides - Mallorca with the Nationalists and Menorca with the Loyalists.

  Since World War II the most significant development on the island is mass tourism which has become the main economic activity. In 1950 Mallorca had just 100 registered hotels and boarding houses. By 1972 this had risen to 1509. The pace of development increased and the number of tourists rose, and the Balearics now have one of the highest incomes per capita in Spain.

  The island of Mallorca (or Majorca - the British spelling) is the most popular destination for British holidaymakers, and according to recent figures, attracts over 7 million tourists from across the world per year. Covering an area of just over 1,000 square miles it is the largest of the Balearic Islands and has a population of over 600,000. The 340 miles of coastline around the island are it’s main attraction, but now the interior of the island is opening up and attracting more visitors.

  Mass tourism has led to certain parts of the island becoming highly developed and densely populated. Recent moves have been made to alter the island’s image, including the refurbishment and restoration of the old town in Palma, imposing building restrictions on hotels across the island and converting agricultural buildings and manor houses into tourist accommodation.

  Because of the problems Mallorca is having making money from agriculture, the government has been encouraging people to turn their farmhouses into holiday accommodation, which has led to the creation of the Association of Agro Tourism, which was set up 10 years ago. There are certain rules which govern whether your property is considered for agro or rural tourism, the main consideration being that the property must have been involved in making a living from agriculture, whereas for Tourism Rural, it can be a converted manor house. The other main criteria are to do with size.

  Away from the main resorts, can sometimes feel like you are on a completely different island. The landscape is filled with citrus groves, almond trees, pine forests and mountain ranges. As well as being spectacularly beautiful, the interior is where the magic of authentic Mallorca can be found.

  
• Mallorca

  Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands and has been a hugely popular holiday destination with British tourists for the last 40 years. Many people never venture further than the popular tourist resorts around the coast. More and more tourists are taking the fly-drive option to allow them to be more independent and explore the island further. Together with the increasing number of converted farm guest houses opening up across the islands interior, tourists are being encouraged to explore the delights of inland Mallorca. Uncovering the beautiful scenic Mallorca, the unique character, the traditional food and way of life that make Mallorca special.

  
• Mallorca Wine and Food

  MALLORCA AND FOOD:

  Mallorcan food is based on pork, fish and vegetables with generous use of garlic and olive oil. It is steeped in tradition and uses local ingredients. Mallorcan specialities include frit - a fry-up using meat, potatoes, onion and tomatoes. You will find it on most menus alongside tumbet - a Mallorcan-style ratatouille of aubergines, potatoes and peppers in olive oil. Other classic dishes include llom amb col (pork wrapped in cabbage with pine nuts and raisins), and lechona asada (roast suckling pig).

  Paella is not a Mallorcan dish, but is widely available. The local equivalent is arros brat - saffron rice cooked with chicken, pork and vegetables. Seafood is also popular, especially lobster, prawns, sardines and sea bass baked in rock salt (a Mallorcan speciality).

  Desserts are not a strong point in Mallorca. The choices often consist of helado (ice cream) and flan (crème caramel). An interesting alternative is gato de almendras - almond cake served with toasted almond ice cream. Mallorcans are also very proud of their ensaimadas - fluffy, spiral-shaped pastries which are filled and dusted with sugar.

  MALLORCA AND WINE:

  Wine was probably introduced to Mallorca by the Romans. During the Moorish rule, grapes were still grown, but the drinking of wine and spirits was forbidden under the Islamic religion. It wasn’t until the Catalan conquest, when wine became a staple accompaniment to any meal, that there was an expansion in its cultivation and production.

  In 1882, phylloxera destroyed the French vineyards so the owners signed agreements with Spain which led to many Mallorcan smallholders uprooting their cereal and vegetable crops to replace with vines to cash in. The emphasis was on quality rather than quantity, and by 1891 there were 30,000 hectares of vines on the island.

  However, in 1891, phylloxera devastated the Mallorcan vineyards, wiping out most of the wines. Mallorca has never repeated such a degree of dependence on any one single crop. Although vine cultivation was re-introduced, it has never returned to the industry it was.

  
• Palma

  Palma is the Balearics’ capital City. Although most tourists to Mallorca pass through here as it is the home of the island’s airport, few look any further.

  Home to around half of Mallorca’s population, Palma is a developing vibrant and cosmopolitan place. It is stylish, sophisticated and bursting with life and home to some of the islands best restaurants, shops and nightlife as well as a thriving art scene and lively café society.

  Palma is named after the Roman City of Palmaria and also known as Cuitat (city). The city you see today is a relatively recent creation. The tree-lined promenades of La Rambla and Passeig des Born - home to florists and newspaper sellers - were built in the 19th century on a dried-up riverbed. The walls that once surrounded the city were pulled down to create the ring road Las Avingudas. And Passeig Maritim - the waterfront highway and promenade, was only reclaimed from the sea in the 1950’s.

  It is great for historical attractions and the preservation of the old town makes it a great place to wander through winding lanes, admire refurbished old buildings and take in some of the great architecture.

  Over the past few years, the development and re-generation work in Palma is developing the city into a lively, cosmopolitan city. Even the locals admit the improvement, with the city opening up as a Mecca for shopaholics.

  
  
• The Cathedral

  The Cathedral:
  Built from golden sandstone, the cathedral dominates the waterfront of Palma. Taking 500 years to complete it is mainly gothic, but contains architecture from several eras. At the beginning of the 20th Century Antoni Gaudi was commissioned to direct a restoration of the Cathedral and examples of his workmanship can be seen around the cathedral

  
  
• Visit Soller
  

  Soller is situated in the Northeast of Mallorca and lies in a valley in the Traumuntana range down to the sea. The Soller valley is isolated by mountains and can be reached from Palma by car, or by the Palma-Soller train which takes one of the most spectacular routes on the island.

  Soller is a very beautiful town and used to be a very rich area. It is also one of the most popular area for walks on the island.

  
• When to go to Mallorca

  The Balearics benefit from an all year round temperate climate with hot summers and mild winters. So depending on what type of holiday you want, you can go at just about any time of year. The average annual temperature is 20°C. Lowering to around 14°C in the winter, and reaching around 29°C in the summer.

  

Charters

• SAIL A DAY AT SEA
  

  EIN TAG AUF DEM MEER.
  Genieben sie einen wundervollen tag auf dem meer. Solarium, snorkel, Kayak, Fischen, Tauchen… Abendessen inclusive.
  Zeitplan: von 11 bis 17 hs. Taglieche Charter von Port Andratx. Preis: 90€p.p. Zinder 25% Rabat. Aktivitaten integriffen ausgenomen Tauchen. Geschossene gessellschaft 700€. Max. 10 personen. Auch im service hotel transfer (him—& ruchfahrt, max. 10€ p.)
  Call us at 971266400

  SAIL A DAY AT SEA.
  Enjoy a wonderfull day at sea. Solarium, snorkel, Kajack, fishing, diving...lunch included.
  Schedule; from 11 to 5 pm. Daily Charter from Port Andratx.
  Price: 90€/ pax. Children 25% off.
  Privat charter 700€. Max. 10 pax.
  Also available service suttle from hotel to boat 10€/pax.
  Call us at 971266400

  
• Yachts Charter
  

  Whould you like to Charter a yacht?
  Call Tomaselli Charter, we will be very pleased to find the right yacht for you¡
  write us an E-mail at giacomo@sailing-holiday-mallorca.com
  or simply call us at ++34-971 2664000

  

Links

• http://www.capitanes.com/

  Portal Nautico

  
• http://www.catamaran-yacht-charter.com/

  Catamaran charters Neverland

  
• http://www.cyclista.at/htm/home.php

  For Cycling in Mallorca

  
• http://www.sra-limpieza.com/

  Cleaning prolems in Mallorca? call them

  
• Mallorca Property Partners property search and buying services
• Michelle Cibe cafe
  
  
• Propuestas para la comunidad de navegantes y aficionados a la náutica.
• Wir präsentieren Ihr Unternehmen im Internet

Fun Places

• Aqua-land
  

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  Enjoy a day with Water activities and your family..near Arenal

  

Skipper

• Commercial Yachtmaster Offshore

  Giacomo Tomaselli

  Italian, born: 16/05/1957. Married, Non smoker.Non drinker.

  C. Marbella 22, 8
  07610 Palma de Mallorca
  Spain.
  
  Tel: +34-971 266400
  Mov: +34 669 467 880
  Fax:+34-971 915275
  tomaseli57@hotmail.com
  
  Profile
  What they say about me: Honest, works well in a team, plans ahead, enjoys work well done, good with computers and children, business man, keen on sailing, good in handling stress, has sense of humour, and likes guests to feel comfortable. Handy-man. Fisherman.
  Objective
  Captain (Motor, Sail)
  Mate
  Boat Delivery
  Experience
  Extensive pleasure sailing, Caribbean from 1983 till 2003, additionally to:
   1985 crewmember in Rolex regatta in Tortola. 44 Feet.
   1986 Boat Delivery Venezuela - Antigua. 48 Feet.
   1995 – 1999 Crew member local regattas (Club Puerto Azul) 38 Feet.
   2000 boat Delivery. Captain. Pto. La Cruz- Pto. Azul 57 feet.
   2000 Boat delivery. Captain. La Guaira – Curacao. 50 Feet.
   2002 – 2003. Captain 57’ wooden sailing yacht.
  Extensive Mediterranean sailing from 2004 on. Additionally to:
   2004 Regatta Palma – Port de Andrax.
   2005 Regatta Palma 3 Days.
   2008 Boat delivery. Captain. Ostend to Palma de Mallorca. 51’.
  Skipper. Charter 1 week. Bavaria 49. Ibiza.
  Skipper. Charter 1 week. Bavaria 49. Minorca
  Motor Experience.
  o 1996. Captain. La Guaira – Tortuga – Puerto la Cruz – La Guaira. Bertran 40.
  o 2000-2001. Skipper on charter motor boat. La Guaira – Los Roques – La Guaira x 16. Bertran 56.
  o 2001-2002. Skipper on charter motor boat. La Guaira – Los Roques – La Guaira x 30. Bertran 56.
  o 2006. Boat delivery. Captain. La Guaira – Los Roques – La Guaira. Hatteras Enclosed Bridge SF – 65.
  o 2008. Skipper. Charter 1 week. Princess 50. Mallorca.
  Charter 1 week. Pearl 60. Mallorca.

  Qualifications
  RYA Yacht master offshore. Commercial endorsed. (Sailing & Motor).
  Patrón de Yate, (Spanish yacht master offshore) for boats up to 20 meters.
  Patrón de Segunda Clase Venezuela Merchant Boats. up to 40 ton, 24 meters
  Other licences • STCW 95 First aid
  • STCW 95 short range
  • STCW 95 Personal safety and social responsibilities
  • STCW 95 personal survival techniques
  • Car and motorcycle drivers’ license.
  Hobbies
  Sailing, Diving, Skiing, cooking, like to do mechanical repairs. Hang gliding, motorcycling. Fishing.
  Languages
  o Spanish good,
  o English good,
  o Italian good,
  o French basic knowledge.
  o Portuguese basic knowledge
  Reference
   Mr. Gian Mario Santarelli, Tel: 0034 661662301.
  E-mail: giokidacqua@yahoo.fr.
   Andreas Arncken Tel: 0058 414-2793808
  E-mail: arnckenandreas@hotmail.com
   Mr. Benn, Mallorca Charter Tel: 0034637494882./ 971 679 342
  E-mail: charter@mallorcassc.com

  Palma de Mallorca, Sep 2008.

  

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