Maintaining a healthy lifestyle has become an essential to most of us. One way to keep fit is to work out regularly at the gym. Our new cardiovascular machines are equipped with TVs and I-links which make them easier to use.

The gym at the Son Antem Spa in Mallorca is equipped with new cardiovascular machines from Life Fitness. The attached TV screens allow you to connect your USB, iPhone or iPod. The machines provide programmes to find the right workout session for your level. In addition, you can take advantage of a virtual trainer who will guide you through the chosen programme which might be a bit more entertaining. Another advantage is that you can select between different languages and national measurements for example kilometres or miles.

Basically, you can use the machines if you want to concentrate on fat burning or on cardiovascular strengthening. For fat burning your pulse rate target should be about 65 to 75% for at least 1 hour where as for cardio training your heart rate target is from 76 to 85% for as long as you can.

The best way to reach your goals is to come in to the gym and experience the machines and all their abilities for yourself, together with healthy tips from our personal trainers.

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One of Mallorca’s most popular charity golf tournaments, the Renault Llucmajor Charity Golf Tournament, took place on the 17^th of July and was a huge success. Rafael Nadal was one of the star participants.

This was the 6^th edition of this tournament organized by the Renault Llucmajor company in aid of the ADAA (Asociación de Ayuda al Acompañante del Enfermo de las Islas Baleares), a non-profit organization which supports the families of people with serious illnesses.

There was a great turn out of players with over 140 people taking part, and the VIP player of the day was Rafael Nadal, native Mallorcan and current world number one tennis player. Rafa is a great golf player and won the tournament in 2009.

The Stableford competition took place on the Son Antem West Course and was won by Paul McGrath and Pep Sánchez. The event ended with a gala dinner and a raffle. The exact amount of funds raised for the ADAA has not yet been announced but we can already say that the event was a great success.

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During the summer of 2010 and until the end of September enjoy a tasting dinner at our Thai or Japanese restaurants with your friends or your couple for only €39 per person (Drinks not included). Discover all the Japanese and Thai dishes we offer you.

Heiwa is the Sushi Cuisine Restaurant at Marriott Son Antem- Mallorca.  Heiwa means “Peace” and that is what you will find in this restaurant located inside our Marquee on the hotel terrace, all shrouded in a very relaxing atmosphere. The Japanese menu includes three courses and dessert:

1^st course: Selection of traditional Japanese appetizers

2^nd course: Chicken and prawn soup

3^rd course: Selection of sushi, nigiri, sashimi and special rolls

Dessert: you can choose between green tea ice cream, red bean ice cream or sake sorbet.

Oh-Chaa is the Thai Cuisine Restaurant at Marriott Son Antem-Mallorca.  Oh-Chaa means “Delicious” and we can assure you that the cuisine prepared here by our chef is delicious, as well as being sweet, spicy, sour, bitter and salty all at once. The Thai menu includes an appetizer, a three course menu and dessert:

Appetizer: Prawn and sesame toasts with three sauces

1^st course: Selection of traditional appetizers

2^nd course: Cold lemongrass and coconut soup with lime sorbet

3^rd course: you can choose between:

• Grilled aromatic chicken with sautéed seeds and vegetables
• Fillet steak with curried aubergine
• Fillet of red mullet with prawns, tamarind and green beans with a touch of lemon

Dessert: mango and lime cream

“Time spent laughing is time spent with the gods” (Japanese quote)

These two menus have just been released, so as soon as we have feedback from our guests we will report back to you

We will see if people can finish all the menu…

For information and reservations please call  +34 971 129 100.

Just to remind you of the opening hours (summer season only):

Heiwa (Japanese):  Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 19:30 – 23:00

Oh-Chaa (Thai): Monday and Tuesday 19:30 – 23:00

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Every year the Mallorca Marriott Son Antem Resort organizes an American Independence Day Party. This year it took place on the terrace of our Restaurant El Olivar, where our guests could enjoy a traditional BBQ dinner and musical performances by “Daniyella” with her Country Sound and “Luis Javaloya & Friends” with their Latin Fusion.  There was also an exhibition of more than 10 burning wheel Harley Davidson motorbikes in the gardens and a big firework display finale.

We interviewed a Mallorcan resident who was at the party:

Marriott:  What did you like the most?

A.Bibiloni: The food, there was a lot of variety and everything was delicious!

M.: Do you think that there should be more of this kind of party?

A.B.: Yes, they are a good way to get people to come and get to know the resort and learn something about American customs at the same time. This type of event should be more publicized.

M.: What stood out about the evening?

A.B.: It was quite spectacular, like everything Americans do, but what stood out the most for me was the great atmosphere amongst the staff and how comfortable and welcome they made the guests feel. My wife experienced this first hand. She stood beside one of the Harley bikes for me to take a picture of her and burnt her leg on the exhaust pipe which was still hot. We asked the waiter for some ice and the team not only brought us ice but also a special ointment for her to put on her burn.

M.: Will you come again next year?

A. B.: Of course; in fact I am going to try to be free on the 4^th of July so I can come again and hopefully bring some friends with me too.

M.: Thank you very much for your time!

A.B.:  My pleasure.

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With more than 20 golf courses and a good network of flight connections, Mallorca is one of the most popular golf destinations in Europe. Our two 18 hole Son Antem Golf Courses are surrounded by nature and our Golf Academy offers classes for beginners and experienced players.

Our two golf courses are only 5 minutes away if you are staying at the Mallorca Marriott Son Antem Golf Resort & Spa. The East Course was built on an old hunting property and you will see plenty of birds and other animals during your golf round. People say that the east course with its wide fairways and flat greens is more suitable for beginners and intermediate players but many experienced players also enjoy playing this course.

The Championship Course Son Antem West is more challenging and has breathtaking views of the Randa mountain. Golfers need a handicap of 35 (ladies) and 27 (gentlemen) to play the course. In November last year one of the PGA Tour of Spain Tournaments took place here. We were delighted to host one of the most important national golf tournaments in the world, this time won by Jesús María Arruti.

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Spa Son Antem Mallorca is proud to announce the opening of its very own Aromatic Herbal Garden. Although in its primary stages, the garden will prove to be a gem in this oasis of relaxation.

The idea for the creation of the Herbal Garden comes from Spa Manager Rob Snaith. Having become bored of the current global trend in Spas of focusing on Asia as the basis for Spa philosophy and décor, he has decided that it is time for a change. 2010 will be the year of a new brand marketing project at the Son Antem Spa. The goal of the project is to convert it into a more natural and Mediterranean Spa and “to be true to the local culture and surroundings“. The creation of the Herbal Garden will allow the spa to use home grown products in its treatments, thus allowing our guests to have a true taste of Mallorca.

The Spa Herbal garden has been created and constructed by our Grounds Department led by Javier Nuñez. The garden hosts the following plants, to name just a few; lavender, rose marie, lemon grass, chamomile, rosemary, mint, lavender, aloe vera, saffron, and curry.

The first of our home grown herbs to find its way into the treatment room is Lavender in our Spring Collection “Lavender Scrub“. Lavender has a naturally calming effect which can help in relaxation and the reduction of anxiety; it is also seen as an effective antidote against headaches. It is also very interesting to note that Lavender is a great natural mosquito repellent (very beneficial during this time of the year).

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Marriott Son Antem offers a wide variety of restaurants as well as two bars. Each establishment is unique; the resort offers a dining experience for every occasion.

Below we explain a little about each restaurant and give you some practical information:

1. El Olivar Restaurant. Mediterranean food.  Open the whole year round.

Elegant atmosphere enhanced by lovely views of the terrace and gardens. It is perfect for a meal with friends and for enjoying a wide range of dining options in a beautiful setting.

There is a buffet which changes daily. During summer enjoy special entertainment and shows in the evenings.

Opening hours:

• Breakfast: every day 07:00 – 11:00.
• Dinner:  every day
  • Buffet:  19:00 – 23:00.

2. El Patio Restaurant.  Mediterranean food à la carte. Outdoor   restaurant, so only open in the summer.

Decorated with lots of candles which create a very romantic ambience. Perfect for a special occasion with your loved one.

Opening hours:

• Dinner: every day except Tuesdays and Wednesdays 19:30 – 23:00. (seasonal)

3. Oh-Chaa and Heiwa are two restaurants in one. Depending on the day of the week we offer you Japanese or Thai  food.  Seasonal, open from May to September, depending on the weather.

Located in our Marquee on the hotel terrace.

During 2010 there is a special menu offer of €39 per person (drinks not included) which includes both Japanese (Heiwa Restaurant) and Thai (Oh-Chaa Restaurant) food, a three course meal and dessert.

Opening hours:

• Oh-Chaa (Thai): Monday and Tuesday 19:30 – 23:00 (seasonal)
• Heiwa (Japanese):  Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 19:30 – 23:00. (seasonal)

4. La Vista Verde Restaurant.  International food. Serving appetizing pizza, burgers, pasta and “tapas”. Located in the golf clubhouse, it offers a casual, relaxed atmosphere.

Opening hours:

• Every day:  10:00 – 23:00

Son Antem Resort has 2 bars:

1. El Patio Lobby Bar. Open the whole year. Here you can relax with a refreshing drink, sparkling cocktails, snacks and Spanish tapas.

We strongly recommend you try the Son Antem Cocktail, it will surprise you.

Opening hours:

• Every day:  11:00 – 01:00.
• Happy Hour:  18:00 – 19:00.

2. Es Trenc Pool Bar. Seasonal, only opens from May to September (depending on the weather). As indicated by its name, it is situated by the swimming-pool. It serves light snacks, salads and refreshing drinks.

Opening hours:

• Every day:  11:00 – 18:00.
• Happy Hour:  17:00 – 18:00.

We would like to remind Mallorca residents that you do not need to be a guest at the hotel to enjoy a meal in any of our restaurants. Just call +34 971 129 100 to book your table.

This is one of our first posts and we hope we have given you an overview of the restaurants & bars at the Son Antem Resort.

We would be very happy to hear whether you found this information useful, please also let us know if there are more things you would like to know about our restaurant and bars, and of course we would be delighted to hear your opinion if you have already tried any of them – just leave us a comment on this blog!

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We are very excited to be launching the Mallorca Marriott Son Antem Golf Resort & Spa official blog. Our 5 star resort is a paradise for active travelers. We have two 18 hole golf courses, a complete spa with more than 30 different treatments on the menu, as well as 5 different restaurants and bars.

Our blog launch happily coincides with our 10th anniversary, and has two main objectives:

1. To reach out to our existing customers and potential guests as well as all our friends and family and involve them in everything going on at our wonderful resort.
2. To be nearer to all of you, and receive any feedback you may have so that we can grow and always improve our services.

Apart from useful information about the Son Antem Resort we will also be sharing the following:

1. Information about what you can get up to in Mallorca during your stay with us.
2. Everything you need to know about Golf; tournaments, golf tips, golf in Mallorca, etc
3. Information about our Spa, sports & fitness and healthy living
4. Information about local food and drink: Cooking and cocktail recipes, restaurant recommendations, etc
5. Ideas and tips for events: business meetings, weddings, incentives, trainings and seminars.

We are new to the social media world so we would be very grateful for your support and recommendations. You can leave your comments on any of our posts or send us an email to info@mallorcasonantem.com.

We hope you enjoy reading our blog!

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