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.

Cala San Vincente is located on the dramatic north coast of Majorca. Ideal for families, the resort offers peace and tranquility in a stunning location. Cala San Vincente is one of the smallest Majorcan resorts and is just 35 miles from Palma. Offering good holiday accommodation, quiet residential villas, restaurants, bars, shops and a working fishing village, all set on the beautiful Majorcan coast and surrounded by lovely countryside, Cala San Vincente is ideal for peaceful relaxing holidays. The beachside restaurants here serve the freshest fish and seafood on the island.

The older part of Cala San Vincente is set around a shaded promenade and beach which visitors share with the local fisherman. There are three other unspoilt sandy beaches set in the bay at Cala San Vincente, all offering excellent views of the amazing cliffs of the Formentor peninsula. The secluded Cala Clara beach, Cala Molins beach and Cala Barques beach are connected by footpaths so when you want a change of scenery it is easy to

Cala Barques beach

just walk to another beach. Cala Barques is the most popular of the three beaches, offering plenty of watersports and beachside restaurants. All of the beaches have gentle sloping sands and clear calm shallow waters, making them ideal for families with small children.

When you need a break from the beaches there is the lovely old town of Pollensa, just 3 miles from Cala San Vincente. Here you will find a larger choice of restaurants and shops along the winding streets and a great market on a Sunday where you are bound haggle and bag a bargain or two. Cala San Vincente makes an ideal base for exploring the

Coastal walk

 rugged coastline, stunning mountains and forest clad hills. Walks through the beautiful countryside will give the whole family great fun exploring prehistoric caves you come across on the way.  

Cala San Vincente’s quiet location means that evening entertainment is usually provided by the larger hotels. However evenings are more likely to be spent just relaxing and taking in the views over a meal and a glass of wine. If you are looking for more lively evenings there is nearby Puerto Pollensa and Alcudia.

Holiday deals are always available throughout the internet for golf enthusiasts to enjoy the excellent courses near Cala San Vincente.

If you are looking for a peaceful relaxing break with quiet unspoilt beaches and beautiful surroundings then why not take advantage of one of the many last minute holiday deals that are always available to the wonderful island of Majorca.

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 lively resort of Arenal is located about 15 minutes from Palma. This Majorcan resort is popular with younger people looking for exciting nightlife and a nice quiet sandy beach to recover on during the day. For the more daring there is a nudist beach at Es Trenc which is just a short distance from Arenal.

Arenal is a purpose built resort and has been developed around a small fishing village. There lots of hotels and apartments here, most of which are near the resort centre and the beach.
The golden sandy beach here stretches for more than 3 miles and is backed by beach huts. The main beach here is Playa de Palma and offers very safe swimming conditions, this is a Blue Flag beach.
A promenade lined with hotels,restaurants, bars and shops connects Arenal to the resort of C’an Pastille. A mini-train runs along this traffic-free promenade.

There is no end of nightlife here, including clubs featuring international DJ’s, karaoke bars and British style pubs.

The numerous restaurants and cafes in the resort offer traditional, international and fast-food.

For the more energetic visitors the resort offers various watersports, mountain-biking and tennis. Watersports on offer include scuba diving, windsurfing, water-skiing, pedaloes and a sailing club. Majorca’s largest waterpark, Aqualand de Arenal, is located here in the resort. The waterpark has more than 20 water attractions, slides, rides and three childrens areas.
The resort is home to a fantastic Jurassic Park themed 54 hole mini golf course, Golf Fantasia which is a great hit with all the family.

Arenal enjoys a typically Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. July and August see temperatures around 26C with up to 11 hours of sunshine a day. During May and June temperatures average around 23C, the coldest month being January when temperatures drop to as low as 8C to 13C.

Holiday packages to the beautiful island of Majorca are always available throught the internet.

When planning your next holiday to Majorca look-out for the many cheap holidays that are available throughout the year.

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.

To experience the city of Palma there are always direct holidays available that can be booked via the internet.

Cheap holidays to the wonderful island of Majorca can be enjoyed by all the family, there is something for everyone at this beautiful destination.

When laying on the beach becomes a bit ‘boring’ and the family start to get restless, why not try a cycle ride and discover the Majorcan countryside, you won’t be disappointed.

There are different routes to suit everyone, here are just a few that i think are good for all the family, including the kids!

Pollensa Bay

POLLENSA BAY

Pollensa Bay covers about 8 kms of beautiful coastline. This is quite an easy ride as it is quite flat and has plenty of beaches to stop off at on the way.
Pollensa Bay offers all kinds of watersports including sailing, windsurfing, snorkelling and scuba diving.

CALA MILLOR – PORTO CRISTO

Again an easy ride with lots of beaches enroute and an aquarium to view at Porto Cristo. Apart from the beaches on the way there are also the underground caves of Drach and Ham which are worthy of a visit.

PORTO CRISTO

The Caves of Drach (Caves of the Dragon) offer fascinating rock and limestone formations which reach down from the ceilings of the cave and grow up from the floors.

PALMA – S’ARENAL

A much longer ride, this one starts at the Paseo Maritimo de Palma and continues for 18 kms to the Playa de Palma. After about 5 kms you reach El Molinar where the designated cycle track ends. The ride continues along the beach at Coll d’en Rebassa and then heads inland until you reach Can Pastilla where you will again ride along the beach. This part of the cycle track from Can Pastilla to Arenal can only be used by cyclists, skaters and joggers.

There is lots to do and see when visiting the lovely island of Majorca so why not take advantage of the many holiday deals available throughout the internet.

In the present financial climate we are all looking for cheap holidays, so why not take a break on the beautiful island of Majorca. The island is a popular destination with plenty of sun, beaches, pristine waters, restaurants, bars, nightlife and activities for all the family. When on your next visit to Majorca why not try a spot of diving or snorkelling, you won’t be disappointed as Majorca is surrounded by the beautiful blue waters of the Mediterranean and has some divine beaches to snorkel and dive from.

The following are just a few of the many snorkelling beaches that Majorca has to offer.

Arenal

Arenal beach has a diving platform, beautiful white sand and shallow water which is warm all nearly all the year round. This is one of the most popular beaches in Majorca.

Cala Agulla

Surrounded by pine clad mountains, the beach here is very busy but ideal for snorkelling.

Cala Morlanda

Cala Morlanda has a private beach that can only be reached by car, making it very quiet and perfect for snorkelling. 

Cala Varques

Surrounded by pine clad cliffs, this small sandy bay can only be reached by boat or by foot. Hence Cala Varques is never crowded and is one of the most un-spoilt beaches of Mjorca.

Puerto Pollensa

The resort of Puerto Pollensa is nestled under the Tramunta Mountains in the northeast of Majorca. The curved bay here is great for all the family as the water here is calm and shallow, making it ideal for those just learning to snorkel.

Santa Ponsa

This is one of the best places for scuba divers, allowing them access to many different dive sites, including the shipwrecks at Palma and the nature reserve at Dragonera.

When you want a break from the great Majorcan beaches there are lots of things to do and see on this wonderful island.

Palma Cathedral

Palma Cathedral (La Seu)

Palma Cathedral, built on the site of an Arab Mosque, overlooks the Parc de la Mar and the Mediterranean Sea and is protected by the old town walls in Palma Bay. The foundation stone of the cathedral was laid by King James I in 1229 with the construction finally finishing in 1601, although further alterations were carried out right up to 1904. King James decided to build the cathedral in honour of the Virgin Mary, in thanks for his and his troops safe return to Majorca after they were caught in a terrible storm.

Bellver Castle

Bellver Castle is located on a hill about 3 kms from Palma. This Gothic style

Bellver Castle

 castle was built for King James II of Aragon and is one of only a few circular castles in Europe. Used as a military prison from the 18th to the 20th century, the castle is now home to  Palma’s History Museum.

Lluc Monastery (Monestir de Nostra Senyora de Lluc)

Over the years many people have taken a religious pilgramage to the Lluc Monastery, in particular to see the small dark statue of the Virgin Mary. The monastery also offers magnificent views of the Tramuntana Mountains.

Deia

Deia

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. 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 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.

Valldemossa

Valldemossa is a quaint old village in the mountains with lovely old houses made of stone. The saint La Beata protects the village and on every house there is a ceramic plate with the words Beata, pray for us. Valldemossa is home to a monastery where the composer Chopin lived for the winter from 1838 to 1839.

Caves of Drac

The Caves of Drac ( Cuevas del Drach)

The Caves of Drac are about a mile south of Porto Cristo. There are three chambers inside the caves, the Black Cave (Cueva Negra), the White Cave (Cueva Blanca) and the Luis Salvator Cave (Cueva Luis Salvator). The caves are home to Lake Martel (Lago Martel) which is one of the largest subterranean lakes in the world. On a boat trip around the lake Visitors see beautiful limestone formations, including stalagmites protuding from the rockface and stalactites hanging down from the roof of the cave and are serenaded by musicians performing classical music.

Cap de Formentor

Cap de Formentor is a magnificent bluff located at the northern most point of Majorca. The highest point Fumart is at 384m above sea levels, offering spectacular views across the island and out to sea.

The above are just a few of my favourites from my many holidays spent in Majorca.

Take your family holidays on this beautiful island,  you will not be disappointed and you will return again and again.

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