My holiday from hell: I wanted to go zipwiring and eat chips. But my mum insisted we find the ‘real’ Mallorca

In the mid-80s, a young girl and her sister embarked on a holiday to Mallorca, hoping for a laid-back, all-inclusive vacation filled with zipwiring and casual dining. However, their mom had other plans, insisting they explore the "real" Mallorca, leading to a grueling hike through building sites. This journey into the less-touristy parts of the island, in a time when Mallorca was transitioning from a quaint locale to a popular tourist destination, turned their anticipated fun holiday into a challenging adventure, highlighting the clash between modern tourism and traditional exploration.