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Where to stay

The capital of Majorca is Palma - one of the most visited areas and although it is now a very popular beach resort it still retains some of its historical flavour sporting grand mansions and a magnificent Gothic cathedral in its bustling centre.

Majorca has many great hotels varying from 2 to 5* and catering for all tastes. You can stay at some of the top resorts in Majorca including; Magaluf, Alcudia, Palma Nova and Can Picafort.

Things to do in Majorca

Majorca boasts some amazing beaches and water- sports to satisfy all tastes.

There are several good but very crowded beaches accessible by bus from Palma.

El Arenal is one of the most popular, seven miles (11km) to the southeast of the city and it is very popular with German visitors as is reflected along its waterfront in the signs on restaurants, bars and hotels. The long beach boasts white sands and turquoise water.

Palma Nova and Illetes are two popular resorts, situated between six and 10 miles to the southwest of Majorca. These offer slightly smaller but equally popular clean beaches. On the road to Palma Nova you will find Marineland, offering dolphin, sea lion and parrot shows as well as Polynesian pearl-diving demonstrations. Great for big groups and families.

Other beaches include Portixol, El Molinar, Coll d'En Rebassa and Can Pastilla.

The most popular beach on the entire island of Mallorca, Es Trenc, on the southeast coast between Cap de Salinas and Cap Blanc, can be reached by bus from the Plaza Espanya in Palma with departures three times a day. The local tourist office distributes an information leaflet on 40 beaches in the Palma area. So be sure to grab one.

If you are visiting Mallorca for the sun and fun, then try and not spend your full stay on the beach and bars as there is so much more on offer. It is worth taking a break from the beach and head off for a tour of the island by car, or even bicycle, to discover the romantic historical fishing villages, monasteries, monuments, museums and great landscapes which are all tucked away from the crazy crowds. You will still manage to get a tan that way - guaranteed, as the weather is spectacular in Majorca.

If you would like to get away from the sea front and explore other parts of Majorca then why not go on a fun excursion? Here are some fantastic ones to start you off:

Alcudia (Old Town)
The ancient town of Alcudia, not to be confused with the modern resort two miles (3km) to its south, has a fascinating and turbulent history. The Phoenicians and Greeks settled here and the Romans made it their capital in the 2nd century.

Arta
The ancient hilltop town of Arta close to the east coast of Mallorca has been occupied for about 3,000 years, and today welcomes visitorsto the remains of its Bronze Age settlement at Ses Paisses, just outside the town in a grove ofolive trees.

Lluc
About 20 miles (32km) beyond Soller, after a precipitous drive through the Serra de Tramuntana in the north of the island, is the remote mountain village of Lluc, in a valley that has been an important place of pilgrimage since the 13th century.

Pollensa (Old Town)
Situated in the hills, towards the north east of Mallorca, Pollensa is a peaceful old town that has been largely unaffected by tourism. The town was established a few miles inland to protect against any sudden pirate attacks; its harbour, Puerto Pollensa, was left unspoiled.

Soller
Soller, set in a lush valley of orange groves between the mountains and the sea, half way along the northwest coastof the island, is a popular day-tripper destination because it can be reached on a vintage train ride from Palma.

Valldemossa
Mallorca's favourite titbit of tabloid gossip has turned the monastery in the small town of Valldemossa, on the west coast,into a tourist attraction. In 1838 Frederic Chopin arrived with his lover, George Sand, to stay in a former monk's cell in the Cartoixa Reial.

Food in Majorca

While in in Majorca, you will find that what they will often be eating are tapas. Although it is more Spanish than specifically Majorcan, these bite-sized nibbles traditionally whet the appetite before a the full dinner is served, but in summer and the hot weather as well as the size of these tapas it is perfectly possible - and socially acceptable - to turn your tapas into a full meal.

The best way to find great restaurants is hit the centre of your resort at night or the coastline during the day. During daylight all the best restaurants are lined up on the cost and ready to cater to you. You will find that grilled fish and salad is a very popular dish during the day as the fish is fresh and the view of the splashing waves just makes the meal that much more enjoyable.

Nightlife in Majorca

Majorca is one of the busiest in the Balearic Islands. Palma and Magaluf especially, are known for the nightlife and party atmosphere. So if you are after a loud and exciting time then be sure to visit the busy resorts of Majorca where you can dance the night away till the early hours of the morning. If however you are visiting with kids or would simply like a quieter time visit Sa Coma or Portals.