With around 13 million annual visitors Mallorca is one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations. The island lies due east of Valencia in the Mediterranean Sea and is the largest of Spain’s Balearic Islands which also include Menorca and Ibiza. Its capital city is Palma de Mallorca which is home to the cruise port which has become one of Europe’s busiest with more than 1.5 million passengers arriving there each year.
Parents of older children will perfectly understand how difficult family holidays can be once the kids reach the tween and teenage years. Gone are the days when you could simply install your offspring in car seats for a long road trip, or when the hotel pool and play area were sufficient to entertain them. As your kids get older, it becomes harder and harder to find a holiday that will suit everyone. The first step to a successful getaway with older kids is picking a place that has enough activities for everyone (parents included). Ideally, your holiday should allow for
When the kids have moved out and the day-to-day grind has finally given into your golden years, it’s time to think about yourself for once. Gone are the days of business trips and holidays with baby buggies in tow – now your travels are all about you. And for those looking to escape the later winter doldrums of England, a trip to Mallorca might be just what the doctor ordered. Though a small island, Mallorca is packed with so many charming towns that it’s difficult to choose just one for your holiday. Luckily, its manageable size makes day trips a
For the environmentally conscious traveller, it can sometimes be difficult to find information on green holidays. For example: where should you go, eat, and stay in order to be truly eco-friendly? Fortunately, for those wanting to stay green, eco-holidays are possible in many places – even in the bustling tourism haven of Mallorca. If your travels bring you to Alcúdia, the main tourist centre in the north of the island, you’re in luck. The city is a designated Ecotourism Municipality with plenty to offer nature lovers, eco-tourists and those who like to stay active. Blessed with a fantastic 30 kilometre
The typical package tourist in Europe rarely travels far beyond the vicinity of their hotel during their summer holidays. Instead they prefer to spend most of their days at the pool or the beach rather than venturing out to discover what lies beyond the confines of their holiday resort. As a result there are some quite spectacular tourist attractions, beautiful cities and quaint villages which go unvisited as the attraction of the sun and sand is too much to encourage any divergence from the daily routine. A case in point is the Mediterranean island of Mallorca. On arrival at Palma
Nestled in the northern coast of Mallorca, overlooking the cyan ripples of the Mediterranean, is the charming town of Alcúdia. Many visitors choose to visit Alcúdia in order to soak up Mallorca’s island atmosphere and indulge in the region’s famous beaches and golf courses while avoiding the fast-paced, crowded feel of Magaluf, one of the island’s other major resorts. While there is indeed plenty of good sunbathing and golf to be had, there’s much more to do when you visit Alcúdia. Below we’ve collected some of our favourite cultural and historical attractions for your consideration. Alcúdia’s Market Set in magnificent
A holiday to Magaluf has attained a near-mythical status among young Britons. For many holidaymakers, the low cost of a Magaluf holiday and the lack of scrutiny from friends, family and authority figures back home make for a hedonistic experience, and the ensuing drunken shenanigans and war stories have graced many a student room and pub table back home, sometimes even making headlines. With cheap alcohol and a thriving nightlife being the chief attractions of a Magaluf holiday, the choice of restaurants is often overlooked. Generally speaking, Magaluf is poorly served when it comes to places to eat, with frozen
This Saturday, 26th of September, the Ironman competition will take place in Mallorca. This race consists in a swim route of 3,8 kilometers, a bike route of 180 kilometers and a running route of 42,2 kilometers. The Ironman is ones of best known and most famous sporting events among athletes. The World Championship is held in Hawaii every year since 1978 but the trials take place in Australia, New Zeeland, Brazil, Spain, Canada, United States, South Africa, France, among others. These trials are regulated by World Triathlon Corporation (WTC), so it’s a professional sport. In Spain, this event will take
The Mallorcan holiday resort of Cala d’Or lies 60km south-east of Palma de Mallorca Airport. This former fishing village has grown into a popular, family-friendly destination with some lovely beaches, a fine selection of accommodation and a surprising number of good restaurants for such a relatively small resort. The town centre has a fairly cosmopolitan feeling about it with a good range of visitors from the UK, Germany and Scandinavia. Transport around Cala d’Or and to the outlying beaches is provided by the resort’s well known ‘mini-train’. Key to its growth has been the development of the exclusive marina which
While Mallorca is well known for its appeal to the package holiday market of tourists flying in for their once a year dose of sun, Magaluf, perhaps more so than any other place on the island, has a reputation as a resort for non-stop fun and games. A summer destination of choice not only with young, single holidaymakers, Magaluf’s image is definitely on the up and up, and its popularity with families and couples is also growing. Here’s just a taste of some of the things you can enjoy in Magaluf. The Beach and Beyond Magaluf’s main beach – Platja
Anyone with children knows that a ‘family friendly’ destination has a lot of boxes to tick in order to make it on to a holiday hit list. Puerto Pollensa (or Port de Pollenca) on the picturesque north-west coast of Mallorca is, quite deservedly, one of the most popular family resorts in the Balearics. It’s pretty close to perfect in terms of activities, attractions, and fun factor. Here are three exciting family activities in Puerto Pollensa that might tip the scales when planning your next holiday. A Day at the Beach Everybody’s favourite day out is to the beach – especially
For those visiting the picturesque Spanish Balearic island of Mallorca, there’s certainly no shortage of attractions at your disposal to make for an interesting and action-packed itinerary. If you’re lucky enough to be staying in or around Alcúdia (Puerto Alcúdia), in the north-eastern corner of the island, you’ve made an excellent choice. Here are just three of the many and varied attractions you can enjoy. Beaches, Water Sports and More So, you’re on an island, on the coast – no guessing what the top attraction here is then! The beaches of Alcúdia are renowned as being among the best on
Magaluf is a very popular resort in Mallorca, and a particular favourite amongst British, Russian and Scandinavian holidaymakers. Although in recent years the resort has been well known as a hosting destination for stag weekends and package holiday makers looking for serious nightlife, some of the big hotel chains have made a push lately to improve the reputation of the resort, make it more upmarket and more accommodating for families. Magaluf for Children There is little doubt that Mallorca has a stunning coastline, wonderful beaches and a fabulous climate, making it perfect for families looking for a sun, sand and
