Mallorca

Not only is Mallorca (or Majorca) the largest and most popular of the Spanish Balearic Islands, it is one of the Mediterranean’s top hot spots for holidaymakers and celebrities alike.

With fifty years tourism experience, it is an island of diversity offering a mix of picturesque beaches, trendy resorts, pretty mountain villages and historic towns.

From family-fun to romance, and from penthouse apartments to villas and rustic farmhouses, Mallorca appeals to people of all ages.

Bathed in Mediterranean sunshine – mild in winter and hot in summer with average daily temperatures of 29 degrees c - Mallorca’s greatest asset is its 554 kms of coastline. There’s golden sand in the north and rocky coves and harbours in the south. So whether a cliff-lined secluded bay or a sweeping arc in one of the island’s busier resorts, there’s a beach for everyone. 

Venture inland and discover lush forests and rolling fields and the spectacular Serra deTramuntana mountain range, the island’s spine that peaks at 1445 metres above sea level. 

The tranquil interior with its small cobbled villages provides a haven for quiet relaxation and a truly authentic experience of Mallorcan country life.  Calvia, Es Capdellà, Galilea, Andratx, S'Arraco, Esporles, Deiá, Arta, Capdepera and Santanyi to name a few.  

Many coastal towns and villages are equally calm and relaxing. Pollensa and Cala D’Or are firm favourites.

For a complete change of scene and a much faster pace of life, head to Magaluf and Palma Nova, the largest of the island’s resorts.  Bustling with clubs, bars, restaurants and entertainment, they simply never sleep. 

For a trendy, cosmopolitan vibe make a trip to Palma, Mallorca’s capital.  Rich in cultural heritage, Mallorcan history and baroque architecture, it rivals every other Mediterranean city with great shops, trendy restaurants and a sophisticated party scene.

Wherever you choose to visit, food is very important to the Mallorcans.  Seafood is a specialty with fresh daily catches cooked in traditional ways and paella and tapas a menu favourite.

Adding to Mallorca’s popularity is its reputation as a sporting paradise.  Facilities for tennis and golf are excellent with 20 golf courses across the island. Watersports are also first class, whether windsurfing, waterskiing and sailing or simply lazing about with a snorkel.