Majorca has something
for everyone. Here you'll find vibrant beach resorts, quiet villages,
peaceful mountains and a fascinating capital city. The liveliest
resorts are in the southwest, while the northeast has spectacular
scenery and a more relaxed atmosphere. Indeed, whatever you're
looking for in a holiday, you'll find it in Majorca.
Currency: Euros
Best buys: Lather goods, perfumes, ceramics,
drinks, and pearls.
Flight time from UK: Approx. 2 hours. |
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Alcudia is made for family holidays, with great attractions for parents
and plenty for children of all ages. The beach is the finest on the island,
with no less than 11 kilometres of soft, white sand shelving so gently into
the blue Mediterranean it's as safe for the toddlers as a paddling pool. At
night Alcudia comes alive with its many bars and discos and it's worth nothing
that the discos, although lively, aren't outrageous, so the older kids can
have their fun while you have peace of mind.
| Transfer from airport: Approx:
1 hr 15 mins. |
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Arta is an old traditional Majorcan village. One of it's main attractions
is the 13th century church of San Salvador which overlooks the ruins of Talayot
de Ses Paises dating back to the bronze age making Arta the oldest inhabited
area of Mallorca. Steeped in history, a popular attraction is the museum of
Arta with its Bronze Age statues.
This is one of the most picturesque of Majorca's southeastern coasts. It
is an area of pine-fringed headlands deeply indented by narrow coves. At the
mouths of these coves are small sandy beaches and it is around these that various
resorts have sprung up.
| Transfer from airport: Approx:
1 hr 15 mins. |
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The small village of Campanet nestles in the foothills of the Sierra de
Tramuntana mountain range, approximately 36km northwest of Palma.
It is one of the few untouched villages still
in existence in Mallorca. As such the only real attraction here
is a base from which to explore the rest of the island.
Pollensa is full of beautiful beaches, coasts and wonderful walks. There
are also a number of fantastic boat trips available. There are also a number
of traditional Spanish restaurants around the village and regular music festivals.Puerto
Pollenca is considered Majorca's prettiest north-coast resort. Adjacent to the
port are several fine beaches where you can sail, windsurf, water-ski or hire
a pedalo.
Location; On Mallorca's southeastern coast, 3 km from Cala D’or. Cabo
de Satorre is just a stone's throw away, as are other secluded, sandy coves.
Most activity in Porto Petro is focused on the harbour. The craft centres at
Manacor are popular. There are excellent seafood restaurants clustered on the
harbour-side, with a handful of other shops, cafes and restaurants nearby.
Sineu is in the centre of Majorca and is a traditional old town
that really comes alive every Wednesday with its famous market.
All sorts of goods our sold here but if you do go, get there early
as many tourists from all over the island come. Don't miss the symbol
of Sineu, a winged lion, which can be seen in the market centre.
There is also an unusual modern art gallery, which is well worth
a visit.
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