Did you know the show’s producers originally scouted locations in Greece and Italy? They chose Mallorca because of its year-round mild weather. Filming runs from spring to autumn, so the beach club stays bathed in warm light.
Another little secret: the dates are actually real—the couples aren’t actors. They’re matched by the show’s team, and many have genuinely stayed together. The beach club’s laid-back energy helps people relax, even when cameras are rolling.
Finally, Cala Jóns translates to “John’s Cove” in Catalan. Local legend says it was named after a British sailor who fell in love with a Mallorcan woman here. Sounds like a plot twist the show would love.
Cultural Touches: The Mallorcan Way
Mallorcans live by a slow pace—a perfect match for a show about connection. Locals call it “sa lluna,” the moon, meaning taking time to enjoy life’s small moments. The beach club embodies this: service is unhurried, and conversations linger.
50 First Dates Filming Locations (2004)
Food is central to the experience. The club serves ensaimada (a local pastry) for breakfast and fresh seafood for dinner. Sharing a plate of gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp) is practically a date ritual here.
Even the music is curated. You’ll hear bossa nova and Spanish guitar, not loud pop. It’s all designed to make you feel like you’ve stepped into a film, not a reality show.
