C’an Pastilla on the south coast of Majorca is a favourite Majorcan destination among British holidaymakers. Located just 5 miles to the south east of Palma, on the Bay of Palma, C’an Pastilla is a much quieter and relaxed resort than it’s neighbours.

C'an Pastilla

Based around a quaint harbour, the resort has 3 good beaches and an excellent marina. One beach is sheltered by the harbour, the second is next to the marina and the third beach is an extension of the famous Playa de Palma which has great beach facilities, lots of watersports, beachside cafes and bars. If you are looking for an adrenaline rush then why not try a spot of paragliding, if not then you can enjoy some scuba diving, wind-surfing and jet-skiing.

Take a trip to vibrant Palma where you will find museums, a Gothic Cathedral, Bellver Castle, Palma Aquarium, great shops, restaurants, cafes and bars. It is best to spend a couple of days visiting Palma as there is so much to see and do. There is a great mini train that runs from C’an Pastilla to

Palma

 Palma or if you are feeling more energetic you can take a leisurely stroll along the promenade to the capital. Nearby Arenal has the best mini golf course in Majorca and a great waterpark, Aqualand El Arenal which offers hours of fun for all the family, especially the kids. Other interesting places to visit include the coastal towns of Soller, Deya and Valldemosa, the town of Alcudia, the caves at Drach and Ham, and the Lluc Monastery. And then there are the many boat trips and cruises around the islands which make a great day out.

If you are looking for quiet relaxing days along with lively evening entertainment C’an Pastilla is an excellent choice for your bargain holidays. You can spend the day relaxing at one of the resorts beautiful beaches and then enjoy the nightlife in Palma or Arenal. Arenal is a particular favourite with the 18-30′s who like to party.

C’an Pastilla is a sun lovers paradise during the months of June, July and August when temperatures reach and often exceed 30C. Even during the winter months temperatures reach around 16C with plenty of sunshine. Because Majorca enjoys a great climate all year round you can take last minute holidays to enjoy the many open air bars and clubs at the beachfront or just relax in the tradition Spanish garden restaurants.

Cala Bona is a small fishing village on the east coast of Majorca. Linked to the more lively Cala Millor by a promenade, Cala Bona is the ideal base for a quiet, relaxing holiday.

Cala Bona promenade

The village has a busy harbour, a sandy beaches, restaurants, cafes and bars. Dotted with rocky caves, the small beaches are sheltered and have very clear, clean waters. The harbour is the heart of the village and is where visitors can watch the fishermen on their boats. Local restaurants are supplied with fresh fish caught by the local fisherman. Running from the harbour are boat trips to Porto Cristo and Cala Ratjada, and there is also a glass-bottomed boat that runs along the shoreline.

There is a tourist train that takes families from Cala Bona to the safari park in Cala Millor which is home to a petting zoo, elephants, monkeys and ostriches. Other good days out include a visit to the Caves of Drach at Porto Cristo, the market at San Servera and a visit to the pear factories at Manacor where you can buy locally made jewellery.
To visit further afield on the island it is best to use a hire car and visit such places as Palma, Pollensa and Alcudia.

Visitors of all ages and experience can take a trek on horseback along the coastal paths and through the beautiful countryside.

Cala Bona has four golf courses close by, including Capdepera, Canyamel and Pula Golf Clubs which are all 18-hole courses and the Son Severa Club which is a 9-hole course.

Cala Bona harbour

Evenings here are mainly spent either being entertained at the local hotels or enjoying a pleasant meal at one of the many restaurants. All types of cuisine are served at the restaurants, including fresh fish and seafood, tapas and paella. For more lively evenings you will need to travel to Cala Millor where there are lively clubs and bars. Cala Millor is just a five minute taxi ride from Cala Bona.

Cala Bona beach

Cala Bona enjoys a typically Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and mild winters. July and August are the perfect times to enjoy family holidays on the beach as the temperature averages 29C with 11 hours of sunshine a day and water temperatures of around 25C. If you are exploring the island the best time to visit is in April and May when temperatures average around 20C with up to 9 hours of sunshine a day.

Cala Bona is very family orientated therefore there are always lots of last minute holidays available to this relaxing village on the beautiful island of Majorca.

The traditional hillside town of Campanet is located 25 miles from Palma at the foot of the Tramuntana Mountains in the northern part of Majorca. The village of Campanet is unspoilt and traditional in character.

Campanet

Campanet appeals mainly to those looking for a peaceful, relaxing holiday in the Majorcan countryside, away from the island’s busier beach resorts.

Life in Campanet centres around the town square and the narrow lanes running from it. Although there is no nightlife here, evenings can be spent at one of the local bars where tapas and traditional Majorcan cusine is served. Some of the hotels here offer excellent restaurants.

Hiking and walking is popular with visitors here, with cliff walks, traditional little villages and superb countryside with almond orchards, olive groves, orange groves and beautiful forests all waiting to be explored.

The Campanet Caves and the Majorca’s oldest gothic church, Sant Miguel,

Campanet Caves

 are local attractions which are a must to visit whilst here. The caves are famous for their stalagmites and stalagtites which have formed over millions of years. These limestone caves are complete with pools, winding passages and fascinating chambers and will leave you with a lasting memory.

If you are in Campanet and it rains a visit to Ses Fonts Ufanes (Majorca’s first protected Natural Monument) is a must, to see the fantastic vauclusian springs which shoot out of the ground.

On the outskirts of Campanet is Menestralia where the old Majorcan tradition of glass making is still carried out and can be watched by visitors.

Font Ufanes

The beaches at Alcudia and Formentor are not far from Campanet.

In July Campanet celebrates the fiesta of Sant Victoria which lasts for 8 days and in September it celebrates Sant Miguel’s day, who is the towns patron saint.

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The city of Palma is steeped in history, culture and architecture, attracting visitors who do not just want to laze on the beach all day.

Bay of Palma

Located in the middle of the Bay of Palma on the south coast of Majorca, the city does not have its own beach but the beach resorts of C’an Pastilla and Cala Mayor are just 4 miles away.

All through the year the city is host to many concerts, theatre productions, ballet productions, festivals and exhibitions. Although most people come here for the culture and history, there are still some good nightclubs, restaurants and bars in the El Terreno district of the city which is the centre of the islands gay and lesbian community.

The hotels here are of a very high standard, the best being on the Paseo Maritimo to the west of the city.

Places to Visit

Most of the sights to see are in the old town.

Bellver Castle

Bellver Castle
La Seu Cathedral
Church of Santa Eulalia
Convento de San Francisco
La Lonja Cultural Centre
Pilar and Joan Miro Foundation Art Exhibition
Majorca Museum
Palau March Museum
Es Baluard Museum
Museum of Contemporary Spanish Art
The Almudaina Palace
The Arab Baths
The Town Hall
Parc de la Mar (open-air concerts are held here)
The Passeig des Born ( a tree-lined walk to the sea)

The Passeig des Born

Climate

The climate here is typically Mediterranean with dry hot summers. During the summer the average temperature is 29-31C with temperatures dipping to 5-9C in the winter.

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Deia (population about 850 people) is a small coastal village in the northwest of Majorca, about 6 miles from Soller and 10 miles from Valldemossa.

Deia

The village is backed by the Serra de Tramuntana mountains. The village sits on a hill, complete with orange and olive groves and an ancient church, overlooking the Mediterranean. At the bottom of the hill is the cala (cove) where the village fishermen still cast their nets.

The village is well known for its musical, literary and artistic residents, including Virgin Records Richard Branson who has a luxury residence here.

With around 20 restaurants, some of which are worthy of Michelin stars, and

Cala de Deia

 bars, the village attracts visitors who enjoy fine cuisine.
Two gourmet restaurants worth a mention are El Olivo which is built in an old olive press and mentioned in the Michelin Guide, and Bens d’Avall which overlooks the Mediterranean and serves local products.

Deia is the perfect destination for relaxing, chilled holidays. Direct holidays to Deia are always available throughout the internet.

Cabo Blanco is located on the southeast coast of Majorca, 16 kms from Palma airport and 23 kms from Palma city.

Cabo Blanco

Flanked by the Mediterranean Sea and surrounded by a Mediterranean pine forest, Cabo Blanco is the ideal spot for your quiet, relaxed summer holidays.

For those wanting a less relaxing holiday there plenty of watersports and activities on offer here, including sailing, snorkelling, diving, golf, horse riding and cycling.

The beach here is accessed via a rocky descent, however the sandy beaches of El Arenal are just a short distance from Cabo Blanco.

El Arenal

Cala d’Or (Golden Cove) is located 90 minutes from the airport on the southeast coast of Majorca. This purpose-built resort is perfect for families and couples looking for those last minute holidays.

Cala d’Or

The resort, developed around a quaint fishing village, is spread around seven coves, all within the space of two miles, and has become an elegant resort, with excellent sandy beaches, great shopping and a lively marina. One of the middle coves is the original Cala d’Or whose name is synonymous with the tourist resort that grew up around it.

Characterised by whitewashed, Ibizan-style villas, the resort is less high-rise than elsewhere on the island.
The biggest beach is the pine-fringed Cala Gran to the east of the actual Cala d’Or. On the other side of Cala d’Or is Cala Longa, the largest of the coves and

Cala d'Or Marina

 has the principal marina.

The pedestrian zone behind Cala Gran and Cala d’Or is the heart of the town, with lots of restaurants, open-air cafes, bars and shops.
Cycling, riding, golf, tennis, windsurfing, birdwatching and jeep safaris are available in Cal d’Or.

The nightlife is quieter here than in the south-west and is usually geared towards hotel entertainments, however there are a few disco’s, but not many.

THINGS TO DO

The Calas
Explore the rocky coves and small sandy beaches which are known locally as calas. The most popular is Cala Gran, which has the largest beach, safe swimming and sheltered sunbathing. There is a children’s playground and restaurants here.
Cala de sa Torreis is more secluded and has a 17th century watchtower.
Cala des Homos Morts is a small pretty cove, mainly visited by local tour boats.

Es Trenc

Other coves include Cala de ses Dones, the tiny Cala de ses Egos and Cala des Pou near the marina.
Cala Esmeralda is the most undeveloped cove.
A bit further afield is Es Trenc, a long beach popular with nudists.
 

 
Excursions
Santueri Castle, near the village of S’Horta offers good views.
For children there is the Aquarium de Mallorca, next to the Caves of Drach.
Visitors to The Caves of Drach can see the Black Cave, the White Cave and the Luis Salvator Cave. The Luis Salvator Cave features La Ventana, a natural window looking onto a huge underground lake.

The Caves of Drach

The Caves of Hams, near Porto Cristo, has fantastic stalactite formations known as the Fish Hooks, and a wonderful lake called the Venetian Lake.

Glass-bottom boat trips from Cala d’Or are a refreshing change from the beach.
 

Activities
Vall D’Or Golf is an excellent 18 hole golf course near the Caves of Drach.
Horse riding and cycling are a great way to explore the area and there are guided bicycle tours which visit the gardens of the valley of S´Horta, the resort of Porto Colom, and the secluded coves along the coast.
Other popular activities include hiking and watersports, including sailing, windsurfing, jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving.

CLIMATE
Cala d’Or is typical of the wonderful Majorcan climate, with 10 hours of sunshine in the summer and 5 hours in winter. 
Summer temperatures average 29C in July and August, but are a lot cooler in the evenings. From May through to October the temperature remains around the 20′s.
Winter temperatures in Cala d’Or often hit 15C in December and January!