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Deia Artist: David Templeton

A gift from us: the online Deia Artists’ Gallery

  Now you can buy Deià art online. We’re delighted to announce the launch of…

Running in UK

Patrick Hill on our Triathlon for Charity: running to give back to Mallorca

Together with his brother Charlie, Patrick Hill is one of the co-founders of Charles Marlow.…

Real estate in Mallorca and Ibiza versus reality show Selling Sunset

Two brothers preside over a successful real estate agency in one of the most competitive…

Spotlight #3: Valldemossa – the quiet life in the vale of muses

Every month we bring to your attention a tiny part of the wonderful West Coast…

Allegra Huston’s magical memoir writing course returns to Deià

One of the absolute highlights in the calendar of Deià’s vibrant, diverse art scene is already…

The orange that fell from the tree – talking Mallorcan cuisine with Guillermo Méndez of El Olivo

Belmond La Residencia in Deià is a haven of luxurious tranquillity that’s the equal of…

Spotlight #2: Llucalcari – Deià’s satellite of infinite tranquillity

Every month we bring to your attention a tiny part of the wonderful West Coast…

Deià holiday reading: some humble suggestions

You may be reclining in the hollow of a boulder lined with a towel down…

Will Soller author Anna Nicholas encounter Big Foot on her latest adventure?

I first met my friend and Soller author Anna Nicholas in, of all places, a…

Giving your Majorcan garden love in the long, hot summer

You’ve created your gorgeous Majorcan garden and you’re looking forward to enjoying it throughout the…

Discussing the art of real estate with Charlie and Patrick of Charles Marlow

Charlie and Patrick Hill are the two brothers who created  independent real estate agency Charles…

Exploring the world of Mallorquin wine without leaving Deià

Drinking a wonderful Mallorquin wine in a glorious setting is one of the great pleasures…

Talking veganism with chef, photographer and writer Rocio Graves

In the past three years, veganism has grown by 600% in the US and more…

Soller's Saturday Market

Soller Saturday market – small but muy satisfying

If you live in Deià or are on holiday on the West Coast, a trip…

Spotlight #1: The Clot – Deià’s bohemian garden valley

Every month we bring to your attention a tiny part of the wonderful West Coast…

Mallorca’s new touristic rental licenses and what they mean to property owners

A new law about rental licenses was released in August 2018, so a lot of…

Outdoor entertaining Mallorca style – some advice from a maestro

Now that summer’s almost upon us, it’s time to dust off the barbeque and start…

Retreats in Mallorca – four of the best

I wouldn’t be surprised if Mallorca is the retreat centre of Europe. Every year, thousands…

The Balearic Islands’ Law on Climate Change and Energy Transition – greening Mallorca

Imagine roads between Valldemossa and Deià free from vehicles belching out fumes. Imagine beaches and…

An exciting year ahead at Belmond La Residencia hotel in Deià

Now that spring is here, it’s time to take a look at what’s happening at…

Yoga in Mallorca: an insider’s guide to practicing on the island

If you practice yoga and you’re anything like me, it’s become part of your life.…

Want your Mallorca dream garden this year? Grow a great working relationship with your garden designer

Every month we talk to Mashamba Garden and Terrace Design about how to make the…

Cycling in Mallorca – the season is upon us and how do we feel about that?

This is the time of year when cyclists begin to appear on the roads of…

Planning the perfect spring holiday in Deia

Dreaming of a spring holiday in Deia and north-west Mallorca? Time to start planning. A…

Mallorca garden and terrace design experts Mashamba talk about the winter months and what to do about those horrible processionarias

Every month we talk to upmarket Mallorca garden and terrace design specialists Mashamba about how…

Valentine’s Day in Mallorca – nine alternative ways to celebrate

As you’d expect from somewhere that’s been christened the love island, celebrating Valentine’s Day in…

Wedding celebrant Deia’s own Jackie Waldren on creating your Mallorca wedding

Mallorca’s popularity with couples wanting what’s called a ‘destination wedding’ grows all the time. Many…

Envying La Calma from afar – Mallorca in January observed

They’re called the days of La Calma, those astonishing January days in Mallorca when it…

Mallorca Death Cafe – coffee, illuminating conversation and the mysteries of life

Glynis German is the founder of the Mallorca Death Cafe. If the name conjures up…

Thinking about your next holiday in Deia? Nikol, our rental manager, has some tips

Deia and the west coast of Mallorca are famous worldwide for their unspoilt natural beauty…

Charlie of Charles Marlow looks forward to another year of delighting customers

As we look forwards to 2018, I asked Charlie of Charles Marlow to draw on…

January and the real, raw Mallorca

It seems that there will not be a cockerel on top of the greased pine…

Looking back, looking forwards to 2018 with the Deia Olive Press

As I look forward to 2018, I can’t help but remember a post I wrote…

The gift of the present: a Deia Christmas meditation

It’s Christmas Eve and I’m drifting in a Christmas meditation. A few hours ago, I…

Jennifer of Mashamba Design on making the most of your terrace all-year round

Every month we talk to upmarket Mallorca garden and terrace design specialists Mashamba about how…

Exploring Mallorquin wine with Sebastien Longo, sommelier at the two Michelin-starred Restaurante Zaranda, Castell Son Claret

It seems astonishing but, in the two years since The Deia Olive Press has been…

Autumn is the time to plant in Mallorca – talking to Alexander of Mashamba Garden and Terrace Design

Every month Jennifer and Alexander Warren-Gash of Mashamba Garden and Terrace Design share their valuable…

One World Music in Mallorca Sunday 5 November

On Sunday 5 November over 100 artists, performers and yogis will be taking part in…

Writer David Holzer in Palma de Mallorca, August 2020

The Deia Dragon – a weird tale for the Day of the Dead

I am listening to his last words from that awful night fifty years ago again.…

The delights of Deia in October: time for a visit?

As I was drifting through Deia recently it occurred to me that there’s nothing better…

Yoga and meditation at the Miró Foundation: the art of silence

On Saturday morning, I’ll be joining the movement and meditation class at the Fundació Pilar…

Mashamba Garden and Terrace Design: bringing the Mediterranean dream to life

We come to Mallorca for the climate and the joys of spending as much time…

Moredesign brings a fresh approach to new build on Mallorca’s west coast

Oro del Negro and Manuel Villaneuva of Deia architecture, design and landscaping company Moredesign  were among…

The Art of Living in Deia: going away to come home

Pernille Elvirose’s Art of Living retreats in Deia, between 18 and 23 September and 16…

Property intelligence for Deia and the Balearics from Charlie

Charlie Hill is a partner in Charles Marlow and head of sales for the company.…

Interview with Namali – on life, Nama and Deia’s healing energy

When Nama first opened in Deia in 2016 it was unlike anything else in the…

Reformer Pilates in Deia with Marga

    Marga Garau Galmes is the owner and instructor at Art Pilates, a Reformer…

Mallorca’s ten best hidden beaches and calas

Mallorca, quite rightly, has earned the reputation of being one of Europe’s favourite destinations when…

Marina Abramovic in Palma: challenging or chic?

The work of Yugoslavian performance artist Marina Abramovic  provokes strong reactions. This I guess, is…

Celebrating the joys of August in Mallorca

It’s way too hot and humid to even think about thinking. There are so many…

Writer Anna Nicholas walks the Marxa des Güell for charity

I’ve always been fascinated by the Marxa des Güell, the overnight walk from central Palma…

Writer Allegra Huston on life and memoir writing

Judging by my recent conversation with writer Allegra Huston, anyone who signs up for her…

Pa Amb Oli band to rock Belmond La Residencia Friday 4 August

Deia rock and roll institution, the Pa Amb Oli band will do their thing on…

No jellyfish at Cala Deia – an update

You’ll be delighted to know that, so far this year, there hasn’t been a plague…

Holiday workshops for kids and adults in Deia with Nívola Uyá

Unbelievable as it may seem, kids on holiday – and adults – can become a…

Talking Allegra Huston’s Deia Memoir Writing Workshop with organiser Rosalinda Much

Memoir Writing Workshop organiser, Rosalinda Much has been a graphic designer, art director, publisher, award-winning…

Charlie’s Corner – A summertime summary

Thank you once again for taking the time to read our newsletter. I hope you…

Deia from the water – a change of perspective

My partner and her sister wanted to see dolphins. I realised I’d never seen Deia…

Marlow’s Marvellous Map of Mallorca – the story

The printed copies of Marlow’s Map of Mallorca arrived in our offices in Deia this week…

Brendan McCann exhibits in Valldemossa

Deia artist and musician Brendan McCann has an exhibition at Fundació Cultural Coll Bardolet in…

Welcome to Marlow’s Map of Mallorca

Marlow’s Map of Mallorca is your unique map of the island, created with love and…

The remarkable Cecilia Garciá Amaro at Sa Tafona, Deia 5 June

The painter, poet, singer and composer Cecilia Garciá Amaro will perform tonight at the Sa…

Robert Bohné: Painting the magnetic attraction of Deia

I first spotted the work of American artist Robert Bohné when my friend Deia artist…

Inspirational Posidonia Mallorca Festival grows for third year

The third annual Posidonia Mallorca Festival will take place in Palma on 19 and 20…

Hidden Gems # 17 Sailing in Soller with Mezzo Magic

  Of all the possibilities of all the things to do on the island of…

Refugees helped by a night of performance, celebration and hope in Palma

Passage of Hope, a performance to benefit Dignity360 and Proemaid, two organisations working to help…

Support marine conservation with Asociación Ondine

This Friday 12th May you can help to support the brilliant Asociación Ondine at an…

Mallorquin olive oil: Celebrating our liquid gold

One of the great joys of living in Mallorca is the never-ending flow of delicious,…

Appreciating Mallorca interior design with Arianna Lucarella

Arianna Lucarella is a highly successful interior designer based in Mallorca who combines a truly…

May in Mallorca – book your dream holiday

With less than a week until May arrives, now is the perfect time to book…

Property Photography interview with Alex Amengual

They say that first impressions can last a lifetime so it is very important to…

Welcoming in Spring with Charlie’s Corner

Hello and welcome to Spring in Deia. If you have not been to the island…

Finding a truly trustworthy real estate lawyer in Mallorca

So you’ve found your dream home in Mallorca. How do you go about finding a…

A literary year at Belmond La Residencia begins

Belmond La Residencia has been an integral part of the cultural life of Deia since…

Holiday Rental in Mallorca

Top 5 considerations before choosing a holiday rental in Mallorca

A must read if thinking about a holiday rental in Mallorca this year. Now we…

Luxury villas by the sea – top 5 Mallorca recommendations

Yearning to be close to the waters edge – read more on our recommendations of luxury villas…

Building an eco-friendly home in Mallorca

Quality of life is a major reason why people live in Mallorca and visit the…

Book your dream Deia villa – Q&A Villa Cas Fideve

Lauren Day is a Partner at Ellis Jones Solicitors and lives and works between London…

Spring in Deia and a time to prepare your home

Seasons change subtly in Mallorca. When I first came to live on the island it…

Interview with ceramicist Maria De Haan on relocating to Deiá

Deiá resident and ceramicist Maria De Haan, grew up in the Kent English countryside in…

Want to book a holiday in Mallorca? Enjoy Nikol’s top tips

Want to book a holiday in Mallorca? With five years experience of living on the…

Charlie’s Corner and the importance of transparency in the property business

It is the start of a New Year and an opportunity to set new intentions.…

A portmanteau post to usher in 2017

  Los Reis arrived last night to hand out gifts but the fiesta celebrating the first…

Happy New Year Deià

This is the time of year when writers everywhere look back on what they’ve written…

A Christmas Fairytale of Deià

I close my eyes behind my sunglasses and hear their voices drifting across the years. Luke…

Watch ‘A Christmas Carol’ in Palma this season, 15-18 December

Feeling festive or dare I say Scrooge-esque!? We all have our feelings and emotions about Christmas…

Artist Carrie Jean Goldsmith’s love letter to Deià

  One of my favourite things about Deià is the way I’m constantly discovering new…

Mariana Alzamora: A journey of hope in art

The exhibition by Mariana Alzamora which opens at the wonderful Sa Tafona gallery space in…

On being thankful for Deià

I’ve been away for a while and just arrived back on the island. While I…

Miró, Miró on the café wall

Joan Miró was born in Barcelona in 1893. His mother was Mallorquin, as was his…

Uncut Magazine features Deià’s musical history

The latest edition of Uncut magazine, ‘the spiritual home of good rock music’, includes a…

Flamenco night in Palma

Now that the delicious madness of August in Deià is over, it might be time…

Discover “Fragile Gifts” by Jay Ansill and Anne Hills

Whenever he’s in Deià, American musician Jay Ansill slots comfortably into the village music scene,…

Hidden Gems # 15 Cream Crew in Santa Catalina

Cream Crew is a vegan ice cream parlour in Santa Catalina, a hip foodie area of Palma.…

Hidden Gems #14 Maricel Hotel serves ‘the best breakfast in the World’

Who doesn’t love a delicious fresh breakfast?  If you´re a breakfast lover like me then…

The Rebirth of Robert Graves Part Two: O Life! O Sun! O Deià!

  In July 1926, ninety years ago this month, Robert Graves and Laura Riding consummated…

SkinSins: born in Deià to journey beyond tattoo

  At the end of June, Deià’s own Tille del Negro launched SkinSins, her remarkable…

A perfectly inspiring Deiá day

Now that high summer is upon us, the casual visitor to Deià could be forgiven…

Hidden Gems #13 Restaurante Embat in Ses Covetes

If you know Mallorca well, or you have read about Mallorca, you will have heard…

Hidden Gems #12 Es Mal Pas caves and 5 Oceanos bar

I was taken to Es Mal Pas by a local friend who was working in…

Hidden Gems #16 The Village Cafe

For those of you who are already familiar with Deia, I am sure you will…

Hidden Gems #11 Se te va la tapa Bar

Just a short walk away from the Avenidas, hidden in a maze of small streets, is…

Hidden Gems # 10 Claxon

Claxon. Now they make a punchy noise and this restaurant certainly does too! It has…

Hidden Gems # 9 Es Roquissar Bar, Valldemossa

I first visited Es Roquissar in Valldemossa in early March on a cool crisp evening.…

Hidden Gems #8: Restaurant El Bungalow

Another piece for our hidden gems collection is a paella restaurant in Palma. The terrace…

Hidden Gems #7 Ca’n Joan de s’aigo

If you are looking for a true Mallorquin tea time experience then you must not leave…

Hidden Gems #6: Restaurant La Botana del Olivar

Shabby chic style interior, crystal chandeliers, great variety of reasonably priced and delicious tapas and…

Hidden Gems #5: Restaurant Sa Foradada

Restaurant Sa Foradada is a true island beauty and one experience that is not to…

Celebrate ten years of La Casa de Robert Graves in Deià on 26 June

On Sunday 26 June at 7PM, a performance of Gnaeus Robertulus Gravesa at the amphitheatre…

Brad who? Deià shrugs

  One fine summer morning many years ago a friend of mine strolled into the…

Hidden Gems #4 Ombu

I can’t remember who tipped me off to this place but I owe them a big…

David Templeton and Lincoln Townley: the fine art of friendship

When highly respected Deià artist David Templeton’s latest show at La Belmond Residencia opens on…

An author in Mallorca called Anna

Five years ago I was sitting in my favourite Chinese restaurant in London, the Jade…

Discover Deià with Jackie Waldren

  No-one I know who lives here ever takes Deià for granted. But it’s easy…

Hidden Gems #3 Restaurant: Es Recó, Soller

Every Friday night from 7-11.30pm and in summer even longer until 1am, an Argentinian musical duo…

Hidden Gems #2 Restaurant: Tierra de Gracia

I stumbled upon this Venezuelan restaurant by chance yesterday with two friends, it’s not usually…

Set of Robert Graves books donated to new Deiá library

On Thursday 28 April the team from Charles Marlow delivered a set of all the…

Hidden Gems #1: Restaurant: Bon Lloc

The first vegetarian restaurant in Mallorca, Bon Lloc opened their doors in 1978. You will find…

That first April swim at Cala Deia

Nineteen years ago this month I took my first ever swim at Cala Deia. The…

Tea with Manuella Holló

    Manuella Holló is someone I’ve been intrigued to interview since first meeting her…

Down to Earth in Mallorca

On Saturday 2 April, the remarkable, inspiring documentary movie Down to Earth will receive its…

New Mythology Park to open in Deia

  An ambitious new Mythology Park set to open in just outside Deia in spring…

Leroy Pooh, Deia’s founding father of periodismo fantástico

Since the arrival of Robert Graves in Deia in 1929, the village has been associated…

The Night Manager and Deia

A friend of mine in England who’s been watching the BBC miniseries The Night Manager…

Deia artist is secret rock and roll Svengali

I thought I’d long ago got used to uncovering strange and mysterious connections between Deia…

Miranda Seymour on Robert Graves: Life on the Edge

If you want to know about Robert Graves, the best place to start is with…

A very Deia Valentine’s story

Lorna awoke knowing that someone was standing behind her. She had no idea how many…

Joan Graves Biblioteca is a fitting Deia tribute

    On 12 February the new Joan Graves Biblioteca will open its doors in…

Deia on a January afternoon

I know I’m on my way to Deia when the road starts to curl up…

We Are Starlight: A Very Deia Christmas Tale

It was Christmas Eve and the beams of the pub were lined with twinkling fairy…

December in Deia: on with the lights!

  As we tap dance closer to Christmas, I always think that Deia takes on…

Mountain Radio: on air in Deia very soon

Mountain Radio, which goes live very soon, will offer listeners a mix of music, wellness,…

Creativity thrives in the Clot with Sunna Wathen

On Monday and Tuesday, after her kids have gone to school and the remnants of…

Deia’s Soul Shepherdess

When Deia resident and dream worker Monika Evans discovered that Robert Graves had written a…

10 reasons why Mallorca’s better in the autumn

  The joys of autumn in Deia are encapsulated for me by the smell of…

David Holzer

The Deia Olive Press is written and edited by David Holzer. David, who lives in…

A very Deia ghost story

The Dia de Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, happens on October 31st. If…

Battling (nicely) for compassion in Deia

The Battle for Compassion, a film by Jonathan Leighton, was enthusiastically received when it was…

Remembering Sue Lloyd-Roberts

Pioneering British television journalist Sue Lloyd-Roberts who died this week was one of those remarkable…

5Rhythms dancing with Jessica Howie in Mallorca

Try 5Rhythms just once and, like me, you could become hooked on this uniquely liberating…

Wake up Dance in Deia!

It’s been a great summer for music in Deia and it’s not over yet.  Mind…

Walking time in Deia: converted to mountains

I never thought I’d love mountains the way I do now. I was raised in…

The Deia Playlist: September

Over the years, many musicians – some famous, others rather more obscure – have visited…

A place in the community – talking to Patrick of Charles Marlow

Charles Marlow is determined to become Deia’s most trusted and highly regarded real estate agency.…

Sunna Wathen: Deia artist inspired by life

Sunna Wathen’s show at the La Ruina Exhibition Space at the old bakery in Deia’s…

Summer Cala Reads

Deia Cala may be one of the most literary spots on earth in which to…

The extraordinary story of Deia-born cult album Book of AM

Part I: A Strange Discovery I first heard about the Book of AM from Lali,…

Open mic night at S’Hortet Saturday 8th August

Deia tea room, S’Hortet is fast becoming one of the most pleasant places in which…

The Deia Playlist: August

Over the years, many musicians – some famous, others rather more obscure – have visited…

The Resi hosts Conversations with Lynne Franks

This summer, Lynne Franks will be having Conversations With Inspiring Women at the Resi in…

La Casa Dos in Fornalutx – a little piece of paradise

Lorraine Elkins and her husband Stu took their first ever trip to Mallorca hoping to…

Brendan McCann’s synaesthetic Deia

Synaesthesia is usually described as a union of two or more senses. For Brendan McCann,…

Help preserve Deia’s posidonia prairies

If, like me a couple of days ago, you don’t know what posidonia is, you’re…

Missing Deia

I was looking forward to taking my girlfriend to Deia for the first time. She’s…

The Deia Playlist: July

Over the years, many musicians – some famous, others rather more obscure – have visited…

The Resi and the art of supporting art

Stroll through Deia, heading out towards Soller, and you won’t be able to miss Belmond…

Pa Amb Oli band returns Saturday 20th June

Saturday 20 June and the last night of the Festes de San Joan in Deia…

The Balearic sound of Joan Bibiloni

Joan Bibiloni, the award-winning Mallorquin composer, guitarist, percussion addict and producer with a Deia connection…

Ceramics by Joanna

Based in Deia for over thirty five years, local ceramicist and passionate conservationist Joanna has…

The Deia Playlist: June

Over the years, many musicians – some famous, others rather more obscure – have visited…

The literary house of Robert Graves

I visit La Casa de Robert Graves at least once a year and always come…

MORE design dedicated to positive change in Deia

  When Deia native Oro del Negro set up architecture, design and landscaping company MORE…

A Taste of Deia Art

Charles Marlow has teamed up with Deia’s The Village Café and local artists Stephanie Moog,…

It was written – maybe

All I knew about Deia when I first came to the village almost 20 years…

The Deia Playlist

Over the years, many musicians – some famous, others rather more obscure – have visited…

Wake up Dance in Deia

Every Saturday from 11.30 to 14.30, a growing number of people gather in Deia to…

Charlie chatting about Deia property…

Charles Marlow is fast becoming the most trusted and highly regarded agency in Deia. Charlie…

Whilst a lot of weeks are getting booked up for this season, we still have availability across our collection. Please get in touch to secure your booking for this year's holiday. For more information, leave your details, or call us directly: 0034 971 636 427. If you wish to see an agent, we are happy to set up a video call.