Article: Summer Stories - Mallorca
Summer Stories - Mallorca
Introducing Beta Summer Stories — a series of postcards from our team and friends of the brand, as they leave the office and head out for summer.
A change of setting. Same wardrobe. Discover the pieces we travel with.
Postcard from the Tramuntana mountains.
Olive trees, terracotta tones and slow days in the mountains.
Caroline Feiffer is a frequent traveller working across editorial storytelling and cultural brand direction within hospitality, design and lifestyle. Recently returned from Grand Hotel Son Net in Mallorca, she shares her approach to packing, dressing and travelling well.
"I just got back from a trip to Grand Hotel Son Net in the Tramuntana mountains — a place that feels worlds away from the busier parts of Mallorca. Surrounded by olive trees, terracotta tones and layered historic interiors, the hotel balances old-world grandeur with a relaxed, cinematic atmosphere — the kind of place that invites slow mornings on the terrace, hiking and swimming, long lunches and late dinners dressed elegantly."
Carry-on or checked?
Almost always carry-on, unless I'm away for more than two weeks.
Roll or flatpack?
Definitely roll — it saves space, keeps things more organized and somehow wrinkles less.
Packing minimalist or over-packer?
Somewhere in between. I like being prepared without bringing my entire wardrobe.
Pre-packer or throw-in-and-go type?
Usually packing the night before, although mentally I've already packed the trip a few days ahead.
Do you pack in outfits?
Not really. I prefer bringing pieces that work together naturally rather than planning exact looks.
Travel minis or full-size products?
A mix of both. Minis when available, otherwise full-size products as long as they fit airport regulations — or are decanted into smaller bottles.
Overpacking or leaving room for souvenirs?
There should always be a little room left for something collected along the way.
Travel scarf or travel sweater?
Both. I almost always wear a cashmere sweater or keep one in my bag, alongside a scarf and a good pair of warm socks.
In-flight non-negotiables?
A sleeping mask, a water bottle, cucumber, thermal water spray, gum or a toothbrush on long-haul flights, plus headphones, a hairbrush, a hair claw, lip balm, a fresh T-shirt and always compression socks.
On very long flights I also bring snacks or instant porridge.
And if I could introduce one universal flight rule: please keep your shoes on — unless you're flying business or first and actually sleeping, or you're a toddler. As a frequent solo traveller, you end up sharing rows with all kinds of people, and the one thing I truly cannot stand is when someone takes their shoes off the moment they sit down.
Best packing tip?
Check the weather forecast, know your itinerary and think about the atmosphere of the destination — as well as any clothing customs or practical considerations. Whether it's the countryside, the beach, a city or something more active, feeling appropriately dressed for a place changes the whole experience.
How do you balance comfort and style?
I believe comfort and style should coexist. I never travel in tracksuits or leggings, and after once almost missing a connection while wearing Birkenstocks — ending up running barefoot through an airport terminal — I now always travel in trainers or hiking boots, while keeping a nicer pair of shoes within reach in my carry-on.
The right clothes really shape how you experience a journey. A great pair of shoes can elevate even the simplest jeans-and-knit combination, while materials like silk and lightweight knits add ease and sophistication without taking up much space.
What do you always bring back home?
Business cards to remember people and places — connections are everything. And always a little something for my daughter when I travel without her.
What makes a piece travel-worthy?
If you wear it in everyday life, chances are you'll miss it while travelling. I rarely buy something specifically for a trip unless it's functional gear I know I'll use again — hiking, skiing or snorkelling equipment, for example.
To me, the best pieces are the ones you would wear both at home and away.
