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Launched in 2007 by Melissa Biggs Bradley, Indagare was founded on the belief that travel intelligence, honest storytelling, context and connection are essential to understanding a destination. Think of us as that insatiably curious friend: we love to share the best, of-the-moment travel intel and to leverage our global network because we believe in the power of connection and community. We know that how you travel matters, and it is reflected in how we work with you — from the dedicated trip-planning services we provide to the content we create for you and the fact that we offset the carbon footprint of all of our staff and members' travels. Welcome to the journey.

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To help our members make the most of their trips, our in-house team scouts more than 70 countries every year and taps our extensive global network for the latest on-the-ground intel. The result: customized itineraries and recommendations on everything from where to stay, eat, shop, what to do and why we recommend it for each member.

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In-depth interactions with our team guide members before, during and after the trip-planning process. We take care of everything with thoughtfulness and a keen eye for details—from flight bookings and packing lists to personalized restaurant recommendations and curated reading materials that enhance your on-the-ground experience.

When you become an Indagare member, we don't just take you on a trip—we welcome you into an international family that enriches your life. Whether you're cooking with a local chef in Italy, making a lifelong friend on an Insider Journey or brainstorming with our team on your family's travel strategy, the relationships you build in our community are meant to last a lifetime.

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We believe that authentic experiences are endangered, but we can preserve them by traveling intelligently and responsibly.

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We believe that true understanding comes from connecting people , which is why we have cultivated a vast global network over many decades.

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In an increasingly virtual world, we believe that firsthand reporting and accountability are more important than ever, which is why all of our reviews are backed by a name and the Indagare stamp of approval.

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Melissa biggs bradley.

A New York City native who has visited 114 countries (and counting), Melissa Biggs Bradley is recognized as a pioneering entrepreneur in the luxury travel space as well as an expert on Africa (she's the author of the book Safari Style ). Learn more about Melissa and why she believes that "travel is not just where you go, but how the journey shapes you."

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“Every day I see proof of the power of travel to change people's mindsets, their lives and the lives of those around them.”

- Melissa Biggs Bradley , Founder & CEO

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At Indagare, we are obsessed with traveling, storytelling and community: we believe in connecting people because collective intelligence will create the next generation of travel wisdom. Here are some of the company milestones since our launch.

Based around the world, we are a group of trip-planners, destination experts, editors, storytellers, dreamers and obsessed travelers. We spend a collective average of 707 days a year on location, scouting, vetting, curating and chronicling the places and experiences that you need to know about.

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Meet Russia's richest woman, a self-made billionaire who founded her e-commerce company on maternity leave

• Tatyana Bakalchuk is Russia's richest woman with an estimated net worth of $7.4 billion.
• She founded e-commerce retailer Wildberries, Russia's version of Amazon that sells a range of items.
• Bakalchuk is developing a payment platform to bolster Russia's economy amid international sanctions.

In 2004, Tatyana Bakalchuk spent $700 to create a website for Wildberries, an e-commerce business she started out of her Moscow apartment while on maternity leave.

Today, Wildberries is considered the Russian equivalent of Amazon , a booming online retailer that earned $6 billion in revenue in 2023, and Bakalchuk is Russia's richest woman, Bloomberg reported.

Yet, despite her immense wealth, Bakalchuk, 48, keeps a low profile and apparently lives modestly — she reportedly doesn't own a home, choosing to rent instead.

Here's how Bakalchuk makes and spends her fortune.

Tatyana Bakalchuk is worth an estimated $7.4 billion, Forbes reported, making her Russia's richest woman.

Bakalchuk was born in the Moscow Oblast region in 1975 and studied at the Kolomna State Pedagogical Institute, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index .

She and her husband, IT entrepreneur Vladislav Bakalchuk, have seven children.

She founded the e-commerce retailer Wildberries in 2004 while on maternity leave from her job as an English teacher.

Wildberries started as a small venture reselling clothes from Otto, a German retail company. Bakalchuk told Bloomberg in 2018 that she used to make deliveries herself in the company's early days.

"At first, I did everything myself, collecting the goods and taking them to customers on the other side of Moscow by subway or bus," she said.

As the business grew, Bakalchuk began hiring delivery workers and renting space to store more inventory.

Russian bodybuilder Sergei Anufriev invested in Wildberries in 2006, Bloomberg reported. Bakalchuk owns 99% of the company, and her husband owns 1%.

In 2020, The Bell reported Vladislav Bakalchuk earned $5 million from selling stock in an internet provider, raising questions about Bakalchuk's status as a self-made billionaire. Wildberries representatives told the outlet that the money was not involved in starting Wildberries.

In 2023, Wildberries earned $6 billion in revenue with a gross merchandise volume of $27.8 billion.

Wildberries stocks items from over 60,000 brands, selling a range of products including clothes, electronics, and housewares, according to Bloomberg's Billionaires Index.

The retailer launched in Europe in 2021, expanding into Germany, Italy, Spain, and France, The Moscow Times reported.

Despite her billionaire status, Bakalchuk keeps a low profile and doesn't own a home.

In a 2018 interview with AFP , Bakalchuk described herself as "introverted."

Unlike other billionaires who live in sprawling mansions, Bakalchuk rents instead of owning a home, Bloomberg reported.

Bakalchuk's latest venture will involve building an alternative payment platform to help bolster Russia's economy amid international sanctions.

The Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication, known as SWIFT, banned seven Russian banks in 2022 following Russia's invasion of Ukraine . In a joint statement condemning the invasion, members of the European Commission wrote that the ban would "ensure that these banks are disconnected from the international financial system and harm their ability to operate globally."

In June, Bloomberg reported that Bakalchuk will work with advertising operator Russ Group on developing a new digital trading platform as an alternative to SWIFT. The project will be overseen by Maxim Oreshkin, Russia's former minister of economic development, who was handpicked for the task by Russian President Vladimir Putin .

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Whether conquered by Moors or Christians, German sun worshippers or royal entourages, the Spanish island of Mallorca has always been a chameleon, reinventing itself from century to century. Its dramatic landscapes and rugged coves have drawn international celebrities ever since the early 19th century, and today they continue to attract travelers in search of glamorous but relaxed vacations both on the water and in the island’s lush interior.

• Perfect for Adventurers | Families | Foodies | Romantics | Style Mavens | Ultimate Indulgers
• When to go June-August | September-November
• Ideal length of stay 3-5 Nights

Designing Your Journey

Work with Indagare to design the perfect itinerary for an immersive journey. Our travel experts know the destination inside and out, and they can make recommendations based on your travel needs and preferences.

5 Days: Essential Mallorca

Experience both adventure and relaxation with this iconic 4-day itinerary for the stunning Spanish isle. Here is just one example of what our destination experts can create for you.

Day 1-2: Relax and Indulge

Ease into Mediterranean time with a day or two of relaxation at your countryside hotel. Enjoy al fresco lunches and poolside afternoons; or, head into the island’s gorgeous capital Palma, and explore the ancient cobbled streets and intimate plazas, for shopping and some excellent dining options.

Day 3: Explore by boat

Spend the day exploring Mallorca’s beautiful surrounding waters by boat. Stop into glittering inlet coves, enjoy a picnic at a secluded beach and sip vino while taking in the island’s fantastic coastal scenery. A highlight is a trip to Cabrera, an island that held a prison during the Napoleonic Wars and is an animal refuge.

Day 4: Adventure inland

Spend your last full day enjoying Mallorca’s picture-perfect landscape. For an afternoon break, visit one of the island’s lovely vineyards, or opt for a special experience, like a cooking class with a local chef or an artist and artisan tour. Active travelers should spend a few hours hiking; one of the best, most scenic routes is the Sa Calobra, leading down to Es Torrente de Pareis.

Where To Stay

We only feature hotels that we can vouch for first-hand. At many of them, Indagare members receive special amenities, including upgrades, early check-in, breakfast, spa credits and more. Look for the Indagare Plus logo in the reviews.

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The sexiest hotel option in Mallorca—and the closest the island gets to St.-Tropez—is the über sleek Cap Rocat, perched on the Bay of Palma de Mallorca.

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A village within a village, La Residencia is one of Mallorca’s most celebrated hotels. With 69 rooms and suites and one villa, the property is set on a hill in the hamlet of Deià, on Mallorca’s mountainous west coast, and...

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What To See & Do

Not all of Mallorca's coastline is beach, but those pockets of sand are stunning and well worth a drive. Some favorites include Cala Mondrago on the east coast and Des Trenc on the southern coast.

There is excellent hiking throughout Mallorca. One favorite is the Sa Calobra leading down to Es Torrente de Pareis.

Wine lovers shouldn’t miss Mallorca’s many exciting young vineyards, such as Bodegas Anima Negra (pick up as many bottles of its top red wine, AN, as customs will allow) and Finca Son Bordils. Indagare members can contact our Bookings Team...

Pilar i Joan Miro Foundation

Housed in the studios where Joan Miro worked for 25 years, this museum is a center for creativity on Mallorca, celebrating the artist and all Mallorquin artisans.

Where To Shop

What To Read

Everything we recommend is sourced first-hand by our well-traveled team and incredible network of insiders and resources around the world. Here are some the latest articles, interviews, and book and film recommendations not to be missed.

Travel Spotlight

Mallorca: another side of paradise.

With its mountain villages and vineyards, bohemian enclaves and a slew of stylish new hotels (hello, Richard Branson), the interior of this Mediterranean island is a European insider’s hideaway. Mark Ellwood uncovers its considerable charms.

A Local’s Mallorca: Jacinto Solivellas de Oleza’s Guide

Born in Palma, Mallorca, Jacinto Solivellas de Oleza can trace his roots here back to the 13th century, when his ancestors arrived with King James I of Aragon after the conquest of the island; it is nearly impossible to find...

Just Back From

Just back from: celebrating heritage textiles at xtant in mallorca.

Indagare’s Diana Li reports on her experience at XTANT, an annual heritage textile gathering in Mallorca that ensures the threads of our cultural knowledge—both literal and figurative—continue.

The Private Yacht Charter: 5 Yacht Booking Tips You Need to Know

Traveling by private yacht charter is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to reach off-the-beaten path destinations. Charters also make it possible to cover a lot of ground in areas that are hard to navigate by car or...

Top Ten: Mallorca's Best Hotels, Restaurants, and More

Mallorca's dramatic landscapes and rugged coves have drawn international celebrities since the early 19th century. The island developed a reputation in the 1960s as an affordable beach destination, attracting sun-starved German and English budget tourists by the planeful. Luckily, in...

Mallorca: Recommended Books

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A trip here can easily be combined with these amazing destinations and more. Contact our team to craft the perfect itinerary.

With Michelin-starred restaurants, nine World Heritage sites, some of the world’s most beautiful Gothic and modernist architecture and more than two miles of beaches in one European city, Spain's Barcelona is like a cross between L.A. and Paris. This charming...

The crown jewel of the Iberian plain, Madrid deserves a place on every sophisticated traveler’s itinerary. Spain's capital teems with proud history and a certain enthusiasm that pervades all aspects of the culture. You can see it in explosive Real...

Andalusia’s capital represents the values of the region, emphasizing a small town sense of community and tradition. Seville’s architecture is the star, with alleyways, courtyards, palaces and private homes showcasing combinations of Moorish and European building and decorative styles. On...

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