The small, laid-back resort of Cala D’or is located on the south-east coast of Majorca, approximately 40 miles from Palma Airport. This stunning coastal resort is popular with families and couples looking for great holiday deals in beautiful Majorcan surroundings where they can get a taste of traditional Mediterranean island life. Built around a traditional fishing village, the resort retains its traditions without obtrusive high-rise accommodation, making it more attractive than many of the other developed resorts on the island.

Cala D’or

Wander along the pedestrianised main street where you will find a large variety of restaurants, cafes, bars and shops before strolling down to the marina for a relaxing evening looking out over the sparkling Mediterranean Sea while enjoying a meal at one of the marinas many restaurants. Cala Gran is where you will find the widest choice of restaurants, bars, shops and most lively pubs with live music. Read more »

Palma Cathedral has welcomed hundreds of visitors during the last week who visited to see the restoration of the choir stalls and the gallery. The project was carried out by skilled restorers who began the work April. Further restoration is to be carried out on the lower chapel ‘La Seu Trinitat Baixa’ and parts of the cathedral’s roof.

Palma Cathedral

Restorers were present at the cathedral over the weekend to explain to visitors how the restoration work on the valuable, old and very delicate Catalan and Mallorcan architecture was carried out.

Palma Cathedral Majorca

The historic choir stalls which were built in the 14th century were first restored by Antoni Gaudi in 1899-1901 and were originally painted by Gaudi’s assistant Josep Maria Jujol. Other parts of the cathedral which have been restored include the Santissim Chapel which was restored by the Mallorcan artist Miquel Barcelo and the 12 angels coated in gold which form part of the altar.

A visit to this magnificent cathedral is a must on your family holidays to the beautiful island of Majorca.

No matter how many times I visit the beautiful island of Majorca, I will never tire of visiting the amazing Cuevas Del Drach (Caves of Drach or Cavern of the Dragon). Visitors can take one of the group tours of the caves, discovering the spectacular stalactites and stalagmites along the

Caves of Drach

way. The tour route is about half a mile long with around 250 steps going up and down therefore I would recommend you wear comfortable and sensible shoes as the cave floor is also wet in places. The caves extend for nearly a mile and a half, with internal heights of over 80ft above the cave floor. There are so many holiday deals available to Majorca that there is no excuse to ‘miss out’ on visiting this beautiful island! Read more »

Located in the north-east corner of Majorca, the purpose-built tourist centre of Alcudia is the largest resort in this part of the island and is less than 40 miles from Palma de Mallorca Airport. Popular for family holidays, the resort has a perfect position between two large bays to its north

Alcudia

and south. The warm shallow waters here make the resort very popular with families with small children who are looking for the perfect beach holiday. Most of the resort accommodation is found in Puerto de Alcudia and along Alcudia Bay which stretches for nearly ten miles. Playa de Muro is just along the coast from Alcudia and is popular with holiday makers looking for more upmarket hotels and apartments. Read more »

Located 500 miles off the east coast of Spain, the beautiful island of Majorca has an excellent position in the peaceful Mediterranean Sea. Often referred to as Mallorca, the island is the largest of the Balearic Islands and is renowned for its good all year round climate. Majorca has nearly 250 miles of coastline, beautiful villages and towns and amazing mountain scenery along its northern coast.

Serra de Tramuntana

There is so much to do and see on the island that you will be spoilt for choice. Walking and hiking in the spring, autumn or early summer is great for the whole family. The countryside is full of little lanes, beautiful olive groves and amazing gorges while the Serra de Tramuntana are excellent for exploring the islands hidden beaches, monasteries and palaces. Bird lovers will be in their element on the island as it attracts migratory birds like ospreys and falcons. The Majorcan countryside is also great for exploring on horseback or by bicycle with many places renting out cycles on an hourly basis.
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Majorca is the largest and the most popular of the Balearic Islands. With a warm climate and beautiful beaches Majorca is the perfect destination for family holidays in the sun. The island offers so much to do and see that you will be spoilt for choice. The following are just a few of the many attractions not to be missed when visiting this amazing island.

Caves of Drach (Cuevos de Drach)

Caves of Drach

Located near Porto Cristo, these limestone caves are home to wonderful stalagmites, stalactites and strange rock formations which have been created by dripping water over thousands of years.

The Pirates Adventure
Catering for both families and adults, the Pirates Adventure offers pirate-themed acrobatics, gymnastics, dancing and a special Pirates Uncut Show for over 18′s!

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Located on Majorca’s rugged east coast, the charming fishing town of Porto Cristo attracts a variety of visitors looking for a quiet, relaxing holiday. This authentic town has a quaint fishing harbour and doesn’t just depend on tourism. Just 40 miles from Palma, the town is a small family resort which is popular with couples looking for a relaxing spot away from the crowds and noisy nightlife and with yachtsman using the

Porto Cristo Harbour

nearby natural harbour. The town has a variety of restaurants, cafes and bars with many of the eateries having outdoor terraces where you can enjoy a pleasant meal looking out over the harbour and sea. Porto Cristo old town is a maze of colourful narrow lanes and has a beautiful esplanade with plenty of trees for shade.

The sandy Porto Cristo beach sits in a sheltered bay away from the main road. To each side of the town there are some quieter unspoilt beaches and pretty bays which can be reached via the local coastal bus service. Many of these sheltered beaches have a pretty pine covered hill backdrop and offer a range of water sports. Read more »

Beaches play a big part in holidays to the Balearic island of Majorca. Whether you are looking for a summer holiday, a winter sun holiday or for those special family holidays, Majorca has a beach for everyone from large popular beaches to secluded beaches.

The following are just a few of the many beaches around the island of Majorca, there are just far too many to mention!

Alcudia Beach

Beaches in Alcudia
Platja d’Alcudia – a small natural sandy beach, located about 2 miles from the centre of Alcudia between Platja de Muro and Xara.
Platja sa Marina and Platja des Morer Vermell – natural sandy beaches, located just under a mile from Alcudia.
Platja de Sant Joan – a natural sandy beach, located less than 2 miles from Alcudia between Punta de Manresa and Platja de Sant Pere.
Platja da Sant Pere – a natural sandy beach, located just over 2 miles from Alcudia between Marina de Donaire and the village of Mal Pas.
Platja de l’Alcanada – a natural pebble beach, located just over 2 miles from Puerto Alcudia on the Cap des Pinar headland.
Can Cap de Bou – a natural sandy beach, located less than 3 miles from Puerto Pollensa.
S’Illot – a natural pebble beach about 3 miles from Alcudia between the bays of Alcudia and Pollensa.

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Camp de Mar is a small unspoilt beach resort set on a sheltered bay in a small valley between headlands on the far south-west coast of Majorca. Located just 16 miles from Palma and 24 miles from the airport, Camp de Mar is popular with couples and families looking for a quiet resort on this beautiful Balearic Island. This peaceful resort has avoided major development and has several exclusive villas in the area which are owned by

Camp de Mar

the rich and famous. Accommodation in Camp de Mar is of a comfortable standard with a variety of restaurants and bars in the resort when you require a nice meal or a few drinks. Don’t forget to sample some of the tasty locally caught fish and seafood whilst visiting the resort.

Holiday packages to Camp de Mar centre on the resorts golden sandy beach which is perfect for sunbathing and for swimming. The wide beach gently shelves to the crystal clear waters which are safe for all the family to swim safely in. Backed by pine-clad hills the bay has a floating bar and restaurant where you can enjoy a cooling drink with your lunch after using up some energy on the the water sports on offer, including surfing, jet-skiing and pedalos. The bay in Camp de Mar is an ideal diving spot for beginners while the more northern dive sites are great for more experienced scuba divers. There is also a small island in the bay which you can visit by taking the walkway from Camp de Mar. Neighbouring Santa Ponsa is a pleasant resort with a very nice sandy beach.

Camp de Mar Bay

There is plenty for the whole family to do away from the beach including several world-class golf courses in the area. Visit the up-market town of Andratx with its classy marina and the historic old town of Palma which is home to several museums and a magnificent Gothic cathedral which took nearly 400 years to build. Majorca’s capital Palma is also home to a variety of restaurants, cafes, bars and shops. Excursions to the towns of Soller, Deya and Valldemosa on the north-west coast are popular with visitors to Camp de Mar. The whole family will enjoy a visit to the Marineland park where you will see dolphins, sharks and exotic birds. Another must visit for the whole family is the famous Pirates Adventure Show and the Western Water Park at Magaluf, just 30 minutes from Camp de Mar.

Palma

Nightlife is very low-key in the resort, mainly consisting of family entertainment provided by the hotels. If you are looking for some livelier nightlife, Camp de Mar is ideally placed for visiting the islands livelier capital Palma, and the resorts of Paguera, Santa Ponsa and Magaluf. Popular with young holidaymakers, Magaluf not only has an atmospheric lively nightlife but also some great traditional Majorcan restaurants serving amazing seafood cuisine. Buses run from the resort to Paguera and along the coast to Palma.

Camp de Mar makes an excellent base for walkers and hikers to explore the surrounding countryside and coastline on their last minute holiday deals to the island of Majorca. A great walk is along the cliffs at Banalbufar.
Enjoying hot dry summers and short warm winters Camp de Mar is the ideal all year round holiday destination. From April until the end of November the temperature rarely dips below 20C with the peak season seeing temperatures over 30C with virtually no rainfall. Humidity levels during the summer are low with cooling Mediterranean Sea breezes making the high temperatures more beareable. The temperature during December and January is a warm 15C with around 6 hours of sunshine a day making this an ideal time to take your winter sun holidays to Majorca.

Located 2 miles from Palma Nova, 7 miles west of Palma and 13 miles from the airport, Costa D’en Blanes is a small tourist resort in the south-west of Majorca. The resort runs from the hills south of Palma to the coast at Portals and Punta Negra, making it an ideal base for exploring the south-west of the island and within easy reach of the capital Palma. Sitting on the west coast of the Bay of Palma, the resort is the perfect choice for those seeking a quiet resort with beautiful green surroundings on their cheap package holidays to Majorca.

Costa D'en Blanes

The Costa D’en Blanes has some great beaches where the whole family can enjoy golden sands lapped by calm warm water and plenty of beachfront bars for the odd tipple or two! Just two miles from the resort are the golden beaches of Palma Nova where you will find beachfront restaurants and bars and some excellent water sports facilities. The quieter beach of Cala Portals Nous is just a couple of minutes drive from Costa D’en Blanes.

Apart from lazing on the beautiful beaches there is lots more to do on your late deals to Costa D’en Blanes. Walk or cycle the long-distance scenic trail that runs from Santa Ponsa to Palma, enjoy a round of golf, scuba dive in Palma Nova or enjoy some water sports including windsurfing and sailing. Real Golf de Bendinat golf course is just minutes from Costa D’en Blanes and offers some amazing views over Palma Bay. Just a 10 minute drive away is another first class course, the D’Andratx Golf Club which is suitable for more experienced golfers. There are also lots of places to visit including

Palma Gothic Cathedral

quaint little villages and the quieter resorts along the islands rugged north-west coast. The vibrant capital city of Palma is a must visit on your holidays to Majorca. Buses connect Costa D’en Blanes to the capital where you will find a wide range of restaurants, cafes, bars, shops and some very lively nightlife. The old town of Palma has a magnificent Gothic cathedral and some very interesting museums. Other places to visit include the lively resort of Magaluf and the traditional towns of Soller and Deya which are just a 30 minute drive from the resort. Enjoy the family attractions of Aquacity

Dolphins at Marineland

and Marineland which is a great park with dolphins, turtles, sharks, exotic reptiles and rare birds.

There are plenty of places to dine out in the area including the restaurants and fashionable bars in the exclusive Portals Marina and the excellent restaurants in the typically Spanish village of Portals Nous.

Nightlife in Costa D’en Blanes is a very tranquil affair with the nearby resorts of Magaluf, Palma and Illetes provide much livelier attractions and nightlife.

Costa D’en Blanes enjoys hot sunny weather for most of the year. Temperatures often reach over 30C during July and August, remaining at a pleasant 16C during the winter with enough sunshine to gain a suntan. The temperature rarely dips below 25C between May and October with an average 10 hours of sunshine a day between May and August. Although the summer days are hot and dry, fresh breezes off the sea help to make the heat more bearable. By late March temperatures are already reaching the 20C mark making Majorca ideal for holidays at anytime of the year.