A hint of how warm it was

Cala D'Or, Mallorca

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May 4th 2010
Short break with family in Mallorca. Bit chilly but nice trip. Villa great but honestly could have used central heating (if knew how to work it)! Had car so got about and, as per usual, ate well! Dad and Mum benefited from increased sunshine later in week, in sheltered spots! ... read more

Europe » Spain » Balearic Islands » Majorca

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Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in ... ... read more