MALLORCA
creative island retreat
in collaboration with Donde Clara
June 3-7, 2025 | SOLD OUT
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$4,050 usd per person, shared room
$4,850 USD per person, private room
an unforgettable craft experience
in scenic Mallorca
Curated Dining experiences
Enjoy meals at Cana Toneta, Hotel Corazon, Nama Restaurant and outdoor garden dining with a local chef at our home Son Rullan.
As an island known for its agriculture, fresh Mediterranean ingredients abound. Our meals will emphasize seasonal, local ingredients from small-scale farmers.
Craft workshops + Studio visits
During this retreat, we will have the opportunity to learn felting from the Mallorcan wool initiative Llanatura. as well as visit the studios of designers Accidente con Flores and GAADART.
As a closing activity, we will weave palm with traditional palm artist and teacher Pep Toni Ferrer on there terraces of our beautiful home overlooking the Mediterranean sea.
Beach Visit + scent extraction experience
Spend a day with the craftsman behind Viti Vinci, exploring the evocative power of Mallorcan aromas. In this workshop, we will have the opportunity to forage wild herbs, navigating the subtle world of natural essences as they teach us how to identify and communicate with aromas. At the end of the workshop, enjoy a refreshing dip at a secluded beach.
itinerary
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Private transportation from Palma, Mallorca to our rural home in the town of Deia.
Group welcome dinner.
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Group breakfast at Son Rullan.
Felting workshop with the Llanatura project.
Group lunch.
Afternoon studio visit at Accidente con Flores and other select studios to learn about the craft on the island.
Group dining experience at Cana Toneta.
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Group breakfast at Son Rullan.
Private transportation to a pristine secluded beach.
Walk the countryside to harvest local plants for a scent distillation experience facilitated by Vin Vinci.
Picnic lunch.
Afternoon to enjoy the nearby secluded beach.Group dinner in the Hotel Corazon gardens.
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Breakfast at Son Rullan.
Morning basket weaving workshop in the Son Rullan gardens guided by Pep Toni Ferrer.
Group lunch at Nama cafe in the town of Deia. Visit Deia beach and GAADART studio.
Group dinner at Son Rullan.
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Final group breakfast.
Private transportation back to Palma.
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TRIP
DETAILS
GROUP
This trip is limited to 12 guests, who will accompanied by Thread Caravan and Donde Clara hosts.
PRICING + PAYMENT
Pricing for this trip is $4,050 usd per person in shared room accommodation, and $4,850 per person in private room accommodation.
A $2,050 non-refundable deposit is required in order to reserve your space on this trip. The remaining payment is due at least 60 days prior to the trip start date.
When reserving the trip, there is the option to Pay it Forward. This payment will contribute to our Artisan Exchange Program.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation will be in a rural home with beautiful gardens, Son Rullan.
Guests have the option for private or shared room accommodation.
Two of the shared rooms have separate beds, for guests who do not know each other but would like to share a room.
There is also the option for shared room accommodation in a king size suite, for couples or guests who would like to share a bed.
GETTING TO Mallorca
This trip starts and ends in Palma de Mallorca, which has an international airport. Closer to the trip, we will share a meetup time and place in Palma on the trip start day.
We encourage guests to spend more time in Mallorca outside of our trip, especially in Palma. It is a beautiful island with much to see and do.
COST INCLUDES
Artisan Experiences: This trip includes a basket weaving workshop, wool felting workshop, scent distillation workshop as well as multiple designer studio visits.
In-Country Transportation: Private car service for our schedule itinerary activities, starting and ending in Palma de Mallorca.
All Meals: All meals are included and will offer a range of home-cooked to fine dining experiences with emphasis on Spanish cuisine and local ingredients.
Accommodation: In a beautiful country home, Son Rullan.
Support: Two trip hosts will be working in collaboration with our local chef and artist facilitators. Additionally, the Thread Caravan team will be available in the months leading up to the trip to help you prepare.
Carbon Emissions Offset: We’ve partnered with Trees for the Future to plant 50 tress on your behalf in order to offset the carbon emissions of your travel to Mallorca.
ADDITIONAL EXPENSES
Alcoholic Drinks: Thread Caravan does not cover the cost of alcoholic beverages unless mentioned in the itinerary.
Airfare: To and from the Palma de Mallorca airport.
Personal Travel Insurance: Personal travel insurance is required for this trip. Please find an insurance that covers medical emergencies, theft, and trip cancellations.
Extra Excursions: During our scheduled free time, guests will be responsible for all incurred expenses.
Personal Expenses: Shopping, medicine, snacks, etc.
OTHER IMPORTANT INFO
VISA: Please make sure to review Spain’s Visa requirements with your country’s embassy beforehand. Please contact us if you have any questions or need support.
Passport Validity: Passport must have at least 6 months validity at time of entry as well as at least one empty page.
Trip Preparation: We will send a trip preparation packet to you one month before the trip. This packet will include our exact itinerary, a suggested pack list, useful country information and more.