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An Immersion In Well-Being...
Remember the days of no cell phones, no computers, living every blissful moment just for you and those around you? It was a glorious time when, if you weren't at home, no one could reach you. You simply went from experience to experience, with full attention to your surroundings, and with no thought to record the moment for anyone else. You lived in THAT moment with THOSE people, just ONCE ... knowing there was so much more to come.
During this immersion into self care, we ask that there are no cell phones used at the villa. Of course you may use your phone in your private room, and during our daily explorations and adventures. Guests will enjoy spa treatments, gentle fitness classes, a private chef, local ingredients, sustainable products, art classes, jaw dropping excursions, history, culture, and a bit of shopping to boot. Once you check in, you simply exhale in harmony with nature. We walk everyday, exploring the surrounding villages and mountains. The entire program will encourage you to reconnect to the little things, the ones that cost nothing yet bring the most joy. For a more intimate experience, this immersion welcomes just 5 extraordinary women.
Discover The Manor House...
With every Solo In Style event, where you sleep is our number one concern. The accommodations should blow you away, and this time ... we have outdone ourselves. We are the only guests in this four story, private estate, located in the idyllic setting of the Sierra de Tramuntana. The estate is literally surrounded by an amphitheater of mountains, with beautiful gardens, orange groves, and ancient olive trees that have stood their ground since the 14th century. This manor house, once inhabited by a noble family and now run by two sisters from that family, has managed to preserve it's noble essence and remarkable history, while adapting to modern times with a recent restoration. The enormous and immaculate home enjoys the most impressive views over the valley of Sóller, and it is walking distance to three beautiful villages. We are the only guests, and that open air deck you see on the top level is where we gather for morning stretch sessions and evening stargazing.
This Getaway Is For You...
If the idea of 'sumptuous bliss' appeals to you. You truly want to be delighted. A disconnect in nature and a reconnect to the little things in life sounds like a dream. Diving into ancient history captures your soul. Health and well-being is important to you. You believe laughter and positivity reign supreme. You are a curious explorer. You want to read, write, create, dance, eat, drink and hike some beautiful trails. Making friends with like-minded women is important to you. An 80's dance party sounds like so much fun. Exploring the gems of Mallorca with low tourism and less time in a car is music to your ears. You want to imagine what it would be like to live in this paradise.
Seeing Mallorca through the eyes of local inhabitants is a wildly different experience, as you see a side of the island you wouldn't encounter as a tourist. For this event, we live as a local, noble family.
Your Hosts...
How often is it that you go on holiday with the founder of your travel tribe. Solo In Style has more than half a million members for good reason, and Deborah Ives, the woman who caught lightning in a bottle, will be joining this experience with you. The founder of Mallorca by Design, who is also a local resident, will join you as well. Laura has been hosting events in Mallorca since 2011 and her focus is always on the unique and unexpected. You’re in for an unforgettable adventure. Her background in health and fitness spans 40 years ... as a group fitness instructor, a celebrity trainer, a competitive dancer, and someone who asks the universe for just one thing, to be able to move her body for life.
Join Us...
This Mallorca Getaway is limited to just 5 amazing women. Everyone has their own, ensuite room. Join us as we enjoy each other’s company, share our stories, forge new friendships, and have an insane amount of fun to boot. Laugh as much as you breathe and stay curious as long as you live.
5 Women are Welcome
Itinerary...
Day 1, Tuesday - November 5 - Biniaraix / The Rivera Estate
Total Driving Time: 40 minutes
Arrival to Biniaraix...
Arrive to Mallorca and meet for lunch in the charming little hamlet of Biniaraix. The Bar Bodega restaurant serves the most amazing daily specials, and the absolute best banana bread on the island. Check in to our exceptional accommodations within a 3:00 minute walk, then enjoy a dip in the pool with a glass of Cava as you unwind from your day of travel. The historic manor house is surrounded by breathtaking views of the Tramuntana Mountains, on extensive grounds that are serenely private. For 4 beautiful days and 3 starry nights, we are the only guests. Massages take place in the garden and dinner is served by our vegan chef, with a tasting of local wines. All food at the estate is plant based, organic, and zero kilometer. The idea is to immerse yourself in the local life experience, while embracing the highest levels of well-being for body and mind. Experience what it's like to live in nature, to eat from the garden, to disconnect from screens, and to sleep soundly. This is a deep dive into abundant pleasure and happiness that will hopefully have a lasting effect on your already wonderful life.
22 seconds into this video, you will see Rivera Estate...
Day 2, Wednesday - November 6 - Fornalutx / Art Class
Total Driving Time: 0:00 hours
The prettiest village in Spain...
Coffee and tea are served, along with a spicy citrus energy potion. Your blissful stretch class is in the open air studio on the highest level of the estate. This is a gentle stretch and strengthen session to awaken your body head to toe, and prepare you for the day ahead. Breakfast is served, after which we have a painting class by a local female artist. She will teach you how to paint from the heart using both texture and color. Next we hike to what is commonly known as the prettiest village in all of Mallorca, perhaps even all of Spain. It is called Fornalutx. Lunch is here in the town square, after which you have the freedom to walk and explore. Back at Rivera Estate, there is time to relax and enjoy the gardens. Your vegan dinner is prepared by our chef. Feel free to pop into the kitchen to see all the delicious wonders of plant-based cooking. Tonight's dinner includes a tasting of local gins. Since the 16th century, gin was used for it's medicinal effects and the healing powers of it's juniper berries.
Day 3, Thursday - November 7 - Historic Hike / 80's Disco
Total Driving Time: 0:00 hours
A surprise in the mountains, music and dance...
Once again, coffee and tea are served, this time along with an olive matcha. Your blissful barefoot training class is in the open air studio. Breakfast is served, after which there is a writing workshop in the garden. Learn how to tell your legendary story. Next up is a hike on the Barranc de Biniaraix dry stone route, which is one of the most impressive examples of this type of engineering on the entire island. We make our way up the gorge to a surprise lunch in the mountains with the most fantastic views. After making our way back down the mountain, take some time to relax and enjoy the estate. Tonight is our 80's Rosé Disco Party! Music, dance, and bottles of rosé wine. Since your host Deborah was a DJ in a former life, she'll be spinning tunes from all of your favourite disco icons, taking any and all requests. Music soothes the soul and dance is a spectacular expression of freedom and independence. We will invite a few local women to join our party, as well as a professional photographer.
Day 4, Friday - November 8 - Well-being / Farewell
Driving Time: :40 minutes
Solo time and on to the next adventure...
Our final morning of coffee and tea is accompanied by a pink grapefruit elixir. Your blissful barefoot training class takes place, after which breakfast is served. There is no rush to leave, so please enjoy the swimming pool, read a book in the garden, or go for a solo, meditative walk in nature. We will arrange your transport back to the airport, or perhaps to your further stay on the island. We are happy to curate more time and more experiences for you in Mallorca.
Accommodations
The Rivera Manor House is quite literally the reason we curated this experience. Sometimes you curate an experience by searching for the perfect accommodations, and sometimes the perfect accommodations compel you to create something. The estate has four floors, five ensuite bedrooms, and an incredible amount of private land with terraces, lemon and olive groves, a swimming pool, gardens and more. This estate, once inhabited by a Noble family and now run by two sisters from that family, has managed to preserve it's noble essence and remarkable history while adapting modern creature comforts.
The entire property is located in a tiny hamlet known as Biniaraix, with three surrounding villages within walking distance. The location is exquisite as you can see.
Your Hosts
DEBORAH
Founder, Solo in Style
Deborah has always loved to travel and when she found herself suddenly divorced aged 50, her response was to go it alone. It was scary, fabulous, and empowering, in equal measure, and she was instantly hooked. As a solo female traveller over the age of 50, a huge and growing demographic, Deborah felt ignored by the travel industry. This prompted her to create Solo In Style with the idea of connecting like-minded women to encourage and support one another with their solo travels. Alongside a successful 30-year career in marketing, fine wine & culinary arts, Deborah, now aged 63, continues to expand Solo in Style globally to support and encourage as many women as possible to fulfil their solo travel ambitions.
Laura
Founder, Mallorca by Design
Laura has always been passionate about encouraging women to push their boundaries in order to become powerful. She truly believes this can only be done when you align yourself with other capable women who are willing to support each other. Courage is contagious. Laura is 56 years old, a group fitness instructor, a nationally ranked ballroom dance champion, a triathlete, an entrepreneur, and an extroverted introvert who loves to travel solo. She has been published in Cosmopolitan, Competitor, Shape, Triathlete, and New York Magazine for her accomplishments in the fitness and travel industries. Her celebrity clients include Nicole Kidman, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Keith Urban and Soledad O'Brien.
Pricing and Details
Pricing Per Person - 9 Nights - Dates, 2025
Price Euro per person - Private Room and Bath
1,500 Euro deposit due at the time of registration – Payment due in full by Date, 2025
Included
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9 nights accommodation
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All transportation in Mallorca, except taxis to and from the airport.
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All meals except 2 lunches and 1 dinner ... we give you the freedom to explore!
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Private chef at the estate ... Heather is amazing!
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Wine Tasting, Gin Tasting, and Rosé Celebration
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Activities...
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Massage
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Barefoot stretch and gentle strength classes
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Nature hikes
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Art class
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Writing workshop
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80's dance party
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Professional photographer - the photos are our gift to you
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Solo In Style welcome gift basket
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Surprise and delight moments
Not Included
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Flights
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Airport transport (approx 60 euro each way)
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Some alcohol
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Tips and gratuities
Questions and Information
Please contact Laura for more information… laura@mallorcabydesign.com
Cancellation Policy
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1,000 euro penalty if cancelled prior to Date, 2025
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No refund if cancelled on or after Date, 2025. We will assist you in re-selling your spot to another Solo In Style member, but this is not guaranteed. If we manage to re-sell your spot, there is a 500 euro cancellation fee.
Subject To Change
All details are subject to change, in order to improve the client experience
Terms and Conditions
We are truly looking forward to hosting our wonderful Solo In Style members in Mallorca! There is some important information to note before we get to the fun part. Please read our terms and conditions below, as it is your responsibility to be entirely aware of our policies and what to expect.
Physical Ability and Health Requirements
Our events have a great deal of walking to best explore and enjoy each location. There will be hills and stairs and cobblestones, and it is entirely possible that we may walk 2-5 miles per day, spending many hours on our feet. We require all guests to have a base level of fitness that allows them to do that. We will provide plenty of downtime for rest and recovery, you are welcome to skip a day, and we are able to book massage treatments. However, we ask that you be cognizant of the itinerary and all that you will experience prior to registering for our event.
If you have special health issues or take medications, we ask that you advise us prior to registering for our event so that we can ensure there are no red flags and that you are a good fit for the planned itinerary.
Booking Flights
Flights should not be booked until we approve your registration and application. We will also require a minimum number of participants to officially launch our event. Once that number is reached, we will alert you, no later than 3 months prior to travel.
Methods of Payment
At this time we are only accepting bank transfers in EURO. If you are converting from another currency, we recommend a company like WISE or REVOLUT as a low fee and way to pay. Or perhaps you prefer to contact your bank and arrange to pay directly from your bank account.
Cancellation Policy
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1,000 euro penalty if cancelled on or prior to July 1, 2024.
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July 1, 2024 is when the balance of your payment is due.
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No refund if cancelled on or after July 1, 2024. We will assist in selling your spot to another Solo In Style member but this is not guaranteed. If we manage to sell your spot, there is a 500 euro cancellation fee.
Application Process
Our goal is always to ensure the best possible experience for our guests. Because of this, our process is to ask you to be very sure that the itinerary is suited to your preferences. You then RSVP, fill out our application form, pay your deposit, and schedule a one-on-one call so we can get to know each other. This process is not only FUN, it is also designed to ensure that every guest has a spectacular experience.
Weather in Mallorca in November
November is truly the perfect month for enjoyment as it is not too hot and not too cold. Temperatures are between 60-75 degrees fahrenheit during the day (15-24 celcius), and 50-60 in the evenings (10-15). Dining al fresco with a sweater or scarf is very common. November is also the month of so many harvests ... grapes, olives, mushrooms.
Maximum Group Size
We are accepting just 5 women for this event.
Eligible to Attend
This trip is exclusively for Solo in Style members ... women 50+ years of age with a brilliant outlook on life, who love to travel and want to meet like-minded as well as diverse women.
Pack List
A pack list will be sent to every guest prior to travel. Casual clothing throughout, comfortable walking footwear, swimwear for the pool and spa, and workout gear (if participating). The pack list will be much more detailed.
Room Selection
All rooms are private with private bathroom, for maximum comfort and a bit of solo time. They are each uniquely beautiful in layout and decor ... reserved on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis. The earlier you reserve your spot and pay your deposit, the more choices you’ll have.
Room Sharing
Solo In Style is exactly that ... your room is just for you. All rooms are solo occupancy with private bathrooms. Rooms are reserved on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis, based on when your deposit was received.
Mandatory Travel Insurance
Solo in Style requires each guest to purchase full personal travel insurance for the duration of the trip. It's the safest and best way to travel. We will ask for proof of insurance prior to the event and reserve the right to deny any participant who has not obtained this. Any fees paid towards the event will be non-refundable.
Dietary Requirements
Most requirements are possible. When booking restaurants, we will be sure to give them a heads up with regard to your preferences. For this particular event, all meals at the Manor House will be deliciously vegan.
Photos and Videos
When registering for our event you agree and acknowledge that your image and likeness may be used in future promotional material, by both Solo In Style, and our partner companies. We only use the "good ones" where everyone looks great! If you prefer not to be photographed or to appear in any videos, please let us know ahead of time.
Waiver
Please be prepared to sign a ‘Waiver of Responsibility’ form before you begin your tour. This form is an understanding that all guests need to exercise judgement and care at all times to ensure their own safety and that of their fellow travelers.
Airport Transfers
Upon arrival to Mallorca it is quick and easy and inexpensive to grab a taxi. You'll be on your way within minutes of exiting the airport. Prior to travel, we will all share flight details so that perhaps you can ride with a fellow guest. Your taxi back to the airport will be scheduled for you, but at your expense.
Alcohol and Other Substances
Spain is known for its wine and gin. If you plan to drink, we ask you to do so responsibly. The idea is to enjoy, but not to become inebriated. Drugs and illegal substances will never be tolerated.
Covid Measures and Requirements
Solo in Style will ask all guests to follow the requirements of travel to Spain at the time of the event. There are currently no COVID requirements to enter Spain. As this is unpredictable, we will make a final decision just prior to the event. We are unable to provide refunds if you are denied entry because of failure to comply with the COVID-19 requirements of any destination we visit.
Force Majeure
In case of a Force Majeure event, we are not responsible for performing our obligations and will not be responsible for any resulting damages. A Force Majeure Event is any circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including without limitation acts of nature, terrorist activities, insurrection, explosion, flood, earthquake, tempest, forceful wind, fire or accident, war or threat of war declared or undeclared, sabotage, civil disturbance, labor strikes, requisition, pandemics, sickness, quarantine, government intervention, weather conditions, and unforeseen circumstances. If we, and/or our partners or agents, are affected by a Force Majeure Event, we, and/or our partners or agents, may vary or cancel any itinerary or activity without any obligation or liability.
Disclaimer
Solo In Style along with Mallorca by Design and all our representatives, act only in capacity as agents for the guest in all matters connected with travel, sight-seeing journeys and transportation. You agree that we are held free of responsibility for any damage occasioned by any cause. These causes will be laid out more fully in our waiver, which you are required to sign prior to travel.
The Process...
RSVP, fill out the application, pay your deposit, then schedule a private Zoom chat so that we can get to know you, and so that we can strive to meet and exceed your expectations in Mallorca. After that, we invite everyone to a meet and greet. This event is about well-being and travel, but we also want to share stories and forge new friendships with like-minded women.