I had the most wonderful time staying at Karina's apartment for the past 2 weeks! This time away was so restorative and peaceful. The apartment is well equipped with appliances-- washer, electric stove, oven, WiFi, fridge, small space heater and air conditioner (though I did not need the AC). I had some trouble with working both the stove and the washer, but Karina came over quickly to help me manage those issues.
The apartment is situated right across the street from the beach at Cala Major in Palma. I spent just about every day at that gorgeous beach. Sitting on the balcony is perfect for working from home or watching the sunset with a copa de cava. There is a grocery store (Mercadona) about a 10-15 minute walk from the apartment. You can also walk to Portopi in about 25 minutes and get to to downtown Palma and the Cathedral of Santa Maria in about 45 minutes. There is also a bus that takes you directly into town in about 10 minutes, though I just walked the boardwalk path every day.
For the first week, I was staying there alone and felt completely safe. There are some nearby restaurants, cafes, and nightclubs, including the magnificent "Istanbul Kebab" restaurant across the street. You are also within walking distance to the Joan Miro Studio and Museum. For my second week in Mallorca, a friend joined me in Palma and we rented a car. With the car, we were able to more fully explore the island. I highly recommend renting a car, so you can visit the pristine beaches of Mallorca that are off the beaten path. There is a large parking lot with free public parking that is just a block away from the apartment.
I can make absolutely no complaints about this stay! The checkin/checkout were incredibly easy and I would happily recommend the apartment to anyone planning to stay in Palma. Thank you, Karina, for a wonderful vacation and a gorgeous home away from home!