Christmas is coming, and that means presents and Christmas shopping. And we’re here to tell you that Mallorca is one of the best places to find original Christmas gifts! From gifts for the smallest ones in the family to decorations for the tree, here at Hotels VIVA we’ll give you some top tips for Christmas shopping on the island.
If you want your guests to feel unique and special, Christmas markets are the best place to buy original gifts. They can be found all over the island and are usually open until 6th January. Here you’ll be able to get your Christmas shopping, and also get some gifts for Kings’ Day if you celebrate that too.
At these markets you’ll find toys, Christmas jumpers, home decorations, souvenirs and plenty of unique gifts. You’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy the typical Christmas food: nougat, the traditional almond drum, neules (wafers), churros with chocolate, much more! These markets are very popular with locals and visitors alike, because of the variety of products and because it’s a unique and special experience.
Finding ideal presents for little kids can sometimes be rather difficult, and many people turn to Christmas markets for their Christmas shopping, and especially to look for really original items. However, if the children were very specific about what they wanted, then in Palma you can find a Toys R Us shop – a great place to do some last minute shopping, and you’ll avoid the busy shopping malls too.
Another option, which is very necessary this year, is to give your custom to the smaller shops. If you stroll around the historic centre of Palma, you’ll find plenty of small, but charming, shops where you’re sure to find some very special, original, and quality products.
Finally, there’s always the option of visiting shopping centres to do your Christmas shopping. The most popular ones are the Porto Pi Shopping Centre, FAN Mallorca Shopping, the famous El Corte Inglés or Mallorca Fashion Outlet. We highly recommend that you don’t leave it too late to visit these places – in that way you’ll avoid the crowds and disappointment due to lack of stock.
Whether it’s to decorate your home or to give to someone else, buying Christmas decorations is a favourite activity for many people at this time of year. If you want to take a little piece of Mallorca home with you, then we highly recommend you purchase your Christmas decorations at the markets. And if you’re looking for a tree then here are the best places to get one!
La Jardinería de Llucmajor, Carrefour, Leroy Merlin and Eroski sell real pine trees that aren’t only beautiful, but they also perfume the whole house with a delicious Christmas aroma.
In these shops, you’ll also find a huge range of Christmas decorations and lights to suit all tastes. If you want to decorate your house in an original way, then you’ll find magical handmade options in the Christmas markets, and, most importantly, you’ll be supporting small Mallorcan businesses.
Visit exclusive shops to get the best gifts
Do you love to treat your partner, family or friends to original gifts? Then the island's exclusive shops are your best bet. In shops such as Folklorius you’ll find a collection of exclusive clothes and accessories from both international and local brands. And, if you're looking for jewellery, we recommend the shops Nicolás Joyeros, Isabel Guarch and Jouells.
On the other hand, if you’re looking for pieces of art or furniture, then you'll find them at Rialto Living. This shop has a wide range of decorations, fashion, beauty items, and literature. Their collections are unique and exclusive and it's a great place to do your Christmas shopping and find the perfect gift for your loved ones.
In every culture, gastronomy is a very important part of the celebrations at this time of year. For that reason, we couldn’t leave out the different shops on the island where you can buy typical Christmas food and drink to give as gifts or to indulge yourself.
At Mundi Culinari you can buy products from the island and the whole region. If you’d like something a little more international, then at Deli Mallorca you’ll find typical German products to give as gifts or to enjoy at home, from Lebkuchen to frozen turkeys. And Nice Price is a shop that has everything you need to celebrate Christmas in the best British style.
As far as drinks go, Mallorca Destilery and Caravinos & Rullán Navarro are the best distributors in the country. You’ll find a great variety there, with excellent quality and good prices in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Mallorca Destilery produces a limited edition Christmas spirit every year, which is a great option to give as a present.
We’re sure that you’ll find what you’re looking for for your partner, friends, family, or for yourself. Mallorca certainly does offer plenty of choice and variety for Christmas shopping. On the island you can buy everything from paintings to drinks – and they’ll all make a very original gift – it’s your chance to give a little piece of the island to your loved ones!
¡VIVA Christmas!