Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain. The top Brit holiday destination

 

Majorca (Mallorca) General Information

Majorca Introduction

Majorca Resort Map

Attractions & Excursions on Majorca

Current Weather in Majorca

Food

Nightlife

Holiday Tips

Useful Telephone numbers

Beaches on Majorca

Package Holidays

Resorts on Majorca

Shopping on Majorca

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Majorca Introduction

Majorca is the largest of the 4 Balerearic islands, located in the Mediterranean sea off the east coast of Spain

 

"From Palma's cosmopolitan seafront to the rugged beauty of the Tramuntana mountains, Majorca is a glittering island full of delightful surprises."

It’s easy to see why the Spanish king moved his summer palace to Majorca – this island, the largest of the Balearic chain, is a dazzling jewel in the heart of the Mediterranean. But Majorca isn’t reserved for royalty or the Hollywood stars that frequent its shores - far from it. From non-stop partying in Magaluf to adrenaline-inducing watersports in Cala Millor, from gentle walks through tiny mountainside villages to long tapas lunches in cosmopolitan Palma, there’s something for everyone here.

Resorts on Majorca

Alcudia

Beaches on Majorca

Majorca’s beaches consist of long stretches of sandy coastline in the north and tiny unspoilt pine-clad coves in the east. Cala d’Or has numerous beautiful, powdery coves and deep inlets which can get crowded, simply because of their beauty. Puerto de Soller has a narrow town beach of sand and shingle, and a delightful sandy beach at one end. If you can’t bear to lie still for long, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to watersports. Should they seem a bit too energetic, a trip on a glass bottomed boat is a pleasant and relaxing way to glimpse the colourful underwater life of Majorca.

 

Best Beaches

 

 

Ses Salines/Cabrera

The southern tip of the island is a protected area of glorious white sand beaches. Best beaches include: Cala Mondrago , Cala Pi, Platja de la Rapita, Es Trenc (one part of which is for nudists) and Caló des Màrmol.

 

Formentor Peninsula

The northern tip near Alcudia and Pollenca , especially Platja de Muro and Platja de Formentor, are the most beautiful parts of this remote northern coastline.

 

Tramuntana Coast

There are lovely coves at Cala Deia and Sa Calobra, often visited by passing yachts.

 

Capdepera

The eastern headland is a Nature Reserve with 42km of Blue Flag beaches including five large sand beaches, of which Platja de Son Moll is the prettiest.

Porto Cristo to Porto Colom

South of Capdepera, there are a string of rocky, romantic coves such as Cala Falcó, Cala Romàntica (also known as s'Estany d'en Mas) and Cala Bota. They are harder to get to so often empty in high season. Good for romancing couples.

Shopping

Majorca is renowned for its beautifully crafted artificial pearls. Found in shops all over the island, they make a great value treat or gift. Good buys also include embroidery, olive wood carvings, kitchenware and leather goods - look out for the factories found on the outskirts of most towns. Palma has everything from a wonderful flea market every Saturday to designer boutiques and high street chains, including a large, exclusive department store.

 

More information on Palma de Mallorca Shopping

 

Mallorca Markets

 

 

The following resorts and towns have a market at least once a week

 

Sineu Market

Sineu Market is held on Wednesday and has a reputation as the best farmers market on the island, also has a lot of leather goods

 

Sinew is located just East of the Islands centre in a mountanous  area about 30 minutes drive from Palma

Inca Market

Inca market is another excellent market, again with plenty of leather goods,  held on Thursday morning and possibly Sunday.

 

Inca is the main leather producing town on the island

More good markets

The other top markets are held at

• Santa Maria  - Sunday
• Alcudia          - Sunday, Tuesday,
• Campos         - Thursday, Saturday

Nightlife

Majorca offers a variety of diverse nightlife, ranging from the lively bars, discos and never ending happy hours of Magaluf to the relaxed, seafood restaurants of Puerto Pollensa and Cala d’Or. Majorca has scores of English pubs and restaurants, but those searching for local flavour won't be disappointed - there is often a Balearic ballet or a Spanish play showing at the Auditorium in Palma, one of Europe's top concert halls. As you would expect, nightlife in resorts is quieter and more relaxed during the winter season.

Majorca boasts a long and colourful history - its strategic mid-Mediterranean location gave it a part to play in the successive empires of the Phoenicians, Romans, Byzantines and Moors. Sea-front sections of Palma's massive town walls survive to this day, some 800 years after the Moors constructed them.

Holiday Tips

In most hotels and aparthotels gentlemen are required to wear long trousers to dinner. Most hotels or apartments ask customers to vacate their rooms between 10am and 12 midday. For late afternoon or evening flights, late check out rooms may be available. Please see Your Holiday, Your Choice options on accommodation pages. Ask your travel agent to check the Travel Advice section of TOPical for up-to-date advice and the latest known Foreign Office advice.

Food

Eating out is one of the great joys of a Majorcan holiday. Local fare includes the Balearics' ubiquitous tapas and all manner of seafood. Charcoal grilled meat dishes, particularly those based on chicken, lamb and pork, are also deservedly popular as is 'arroz brut', the Majorcan equivalent of 'paella', served with steaming saffron rice and pork or chicken. Compliment your meal with a glass of the local red wine, not unlike a mild Rioja and round it off with a delicious 'creme catalan', a rich creme caramel custard.

Useful Telephone numbers

Emergency / useful Telephone numbers

Local dialling code: 952

Ambulance: 061

Fire service: 080

Police: 091

Malaga Health Centre: 952 604 266

Malaga airport: 952 048 484

Attractions & Excursions on Majorca

Pirates**

 

 

An exciting swashbuckling night out for all the family. featuring world champion acrobats that keep you on you entertained all night long, with sining, dancing, comedy and a pirate's feast - £31*

 

Hidden Treasures**

 

 

Explore the scenic west coast by coach, train and boat. You will be driven up into the hills to Valldemossa, travel on a wooden train throughthe picturesque orange groves and finish the day with a cruise around the Bay of Soller. - £26*

 

Wacky Wet West**

 

 

A water oark with a difference - Wild Western style! Ride the slides, splash in the pools and enjoy the cowboy stunt shows. A fun day fo all the family - £16*

 

** These excursions are organised by Direct Holidays . Most package holiday operators offer similar excursions to their customers, or are available from local agents

Package Holidays to Majorca

Current Weather in Majorca (Palma)

Climate on Majorca

	Average Temp °C/°F	Average hours of sun
Jan	10/50	6
Feb	12/54	6
Mar	18/65	6
Apr	20/68	7
May	24/75	10
Jun	28/83	10
Jul	31/88	11
Aug	32/90	10
Sep	28/93	8
Oct	24/75	6
Nov	16/61	6
Dec	14/57	5

Average Daily Maximum Temperatures Majorca compared to London

Temperature, sunshine and rainfall charts 

Language

The main and official language for Spain is Castilian known around the World as Spanish, but Catalan is more widely spoken and is an official language the Balearic Islands and for North Eastern Spanish Mainland areas of Andora, Catalonia and   Valencia Area

 

The use of more than 1 language can result in place names and street names having different spellings on maps and street signs.

 

English is widely spoken in the main tourist resorts in tourist hotels, bars and shops.

Tip

Spanish pronunciations are different from English pronunciations. When using public transport write down your destinatiation and show to the driver when purchasing tickets.

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