The Slow Travel Checklist: 10 Destinations Perfect for a Month-Long Immersion

4. Mallorca, Spain

Mallorca rewards month-long stays by offering both beach time and rural life in close reach. Decide whether to base yourself in Palma for urban comforts or in a rural finca for quiet countryside living. Palma has reliable transport, cafes, and weekly markets that make an extended stay convenient. Renting a car opens inland villages, hidden coves, and mountain hikes; public buses connect the island but run less frequently off-season. If you want active travel, split your month between cycling, hiking in the Tramuntana range, and slow seaside days. Shoulder seasons reduce crowds and lower rental rates, making long stays more affordable and peaceful. Local culinary classes and market visits deliver sustained cultural learning. For longer rentals, ask about utilities and internet speed in advance, since rural properties sometimes need upgrades. Pace yourself by keeping a basic weekly routine: market shopping, a local cafe morning, an afternoon walk, and evening dinners with new acquaintances. Mallorca’s variety makes it easy to discover new corners slowly while keeping a comfortable base for a full month.