Gift ideas for men: surprise him with an unforgettable experience

Although you don't really need to be celebrating a special day to surprise someone you love with a gift, the fact that there are so many celebrations and special occasions sometimes makes finding something original an almost impossible task. Zafiro Hotels would like to make things a little easier for you, which is why we’ve come up with a few gift ideas with which you can surprise your partner, your father or your brother with a great experience. 

Index

1. Gifts for foodies


2. Gifts for taking care of body and mind


3. Gifts for golfers


4. Gifts for triathletes


5. Gifts for cyclists


6. Gifts for nature lovers 

If you’re looking for a good gift for a man, our advice is always to take a moment to think about his hobbies: what is it that makes him really happy? The variety can be huge, from golf to sports fishing, dining experiences, mountain hiking, art, cycling and much more. But there’s one thing that practically everyone agrees makes us happy: travelling, disconnecting and enjoying our free time as much as we deserve. 

Gifts for foodies 

If you’re looking for a gift to surprise a real food lover, we propose a trip to a very privileged location: Camp de Mar, on the west coast of Mallorca. Alongside the Mediterranean, the Zafiro Palace Andratx offers 8 dining spaces where you can try so many different kinds of dishes: Nikkei, Mediterranean, gourmet, American cuisine... all accompanied by a fantastic wine cellar with more than 100 Spanish and international wines of the highest quality.  

To fully indulge in the Mallorcan gourmet experience, there are also several complementary experiences that we can organise from the hotel, such as a visit with wine tasting to some of the most famous wineries on the island, some of which are more than 300 years old. Or a day-trip to the town of Sóller, home to orchards that produce the most delicious oranges, where you can attend a marmalade workshops and visit the orchards to see how the oranges are grown in a totally organic way.  

These amazing dining experiences are also further enhanced by being able to rest in the exclusive suites at the Zafiro Palace Andratx. And if you really want to surprise him, you can also treat him to a floating breakfast in the private pool in the suite. See all the details about our All Inclusive Redefined services to discover how to make your gift something truly unique. 

Gifts for taking care of body and mind  

Who wouldn't like to be treated to a wellness getaway break? Nowadays, these are some of the most highly appreciated gifts for both men and women. To make the gift truly exceptional, we suggest some of the treatments in our Zen, Spa & Wellness, from relaxing massages and aromatherapy treatments to help you disconnect and restore balance, to facial treatments specially designed for men, combining shiatsu techniques and natural ingredients.  

Gifts for golfers 

If your father, partner or brother is an avid golfer, just hearing the word “Mallorca” will be sure to make him smile. The island is known among golfers as one of the most idyllic places in Europe to play a round of golf. The island is home to some of the most challenging, original and beautiful golf courses in the world, such as the ones at Andratx Golf Club, Alcanada Golf Club or Santa Ponsa Golf Club. 

Zafiro Hotels has several hotels that offer a choice of golf packages in Mallorca that include green fees and a buggy for greater comfort, golf lessons and special amenities. 

Gifts for triathletes 

Paying for registration for the next Zafiro IRONMAN Alcudia-Mallorca 70.3 is a gift that would be remembered forever if your man is a triathlete. Zafiro Hotels is the official sponsor of the event and has been the provider of the official hotels for the event for years. We have some of the best-equipped hotels in Mallorca for triathletes: Olympic pool, gym, bike shop and workshop, sports massages, spa, special dietary options... a unique sports experience. But make sure you check the hotel offers in advance because registration for the event normally sells out in just a few days. 

And if you want your gift to be even more unforgettable, you can try some of the routes that many of the best professionals in the world take every year on the island during their training. In Mallorca there are numerous hiking trails which will amaze you with their beauty. And in addition to that, the island also has around 1,450 km of cycling routes which take you through some of the most beautiful scenery in the Mediterranean.  

Gifts for cyclists 

Just like those athletes who enjoy preparing for big triathlon races in Mallorca, avid cyclists will also enjoy an unforgettable experience if their gift is a stay in Mallorca during the cycling season. In spring and autumn, the island, and particularly its northern coast, becomes the most exceptional setting for anyone who loves cycling. And our Zafiro Palace Alcudia and Zafiro Tropic hotels are full of this unstoppable energy. 

Both hotels are in Alcudia, just a short distance from the end of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, the start for all the most challenging and beautiful cycling routes in the Mediterranean. And this gift might even allow them to rub shoulders with some of the top professional cyclists in the world, many of whom choose the hotels thanks to their exceptional facilities for cyclists.  

Gifts for nature lovers 

If your father, brother or partner enjoys peace and nature, they will love discovering all the secrets of rural Mallorca from a base in one of our Zafiro Boutique Collection hotels. Can Ribera by Zafiro in Muro and Son Sabater by Zafiro are two such options for getting to know more about the genuine heart of the island. 

Can Ribera is located in a beautiful stately townhouse in the centre of the village of Muro, and is perfect for treating any lover of literature, history, the simple things in life and local cuisine to a relaxing getaway break. Son Sabater is ideal for anyone who wants to disconnect and get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and reconnect with nature thanks to its oak forest and a prime location just a short distance from the Serra de Tramuntana mountains. 

For anyone eager to explore the island, there are several unmissable trails in Mallorca for nature lovers. Excursions that give you a chance to appreciate the diverse ecosystems and cultural heritage preserved in these magnificent mountains. 

• Routes around Puig Major: standing 1,436 metres tall, this is the highest peak on the island and a very challenging but genuinely stunning excursion, with views that take in the whole island. 


• Cuber Reservoir routes: this oasis of serenity in the municipality of Escorca in the heart of the Serra extends over an area of 7.32 km2. The scenery is truly awesome, and the trails from here offer a choice of different levels of difficulty, some being very easy and even accessible for walks with kids, and others which require a certain degree of expertise. 


• Pedra en Sec trail: known as the GR-221, this is one of the most beautiful and longest routes in the Serra de Tramuntana mountains, crossing the entire mountain range from top to bottom, from Cap de Formentor to Andratx. It is also a historical trail that passes through ancient towns and villages and gives us a chance to see the island's classic mountain roads and traditional Mallorcan agriculture. 

Beyond the Serra and its beautiful mountains, rural Mallorca is another of the big attractions the island offers for lovers of active tourism. The beautiful plains in the heart of the island, the traditional towns and villages, and the wealth of its historical and artistic heritage present the ideal opportunity to really get to know the island in depth.