Majorca, the sun-kissed Balearic Island gem, is a firm favourite for those looking for a luxury holiday close to home. Whether you're a sunseeker, a watersports lover, or someone who enjoys fantastic culture and food, Majorca holidays have something for everyone. With a fantastic range of popular resorts to choose from, including Alcúdia, Cala d’Or and the island’s cultural capital Palma, you're sure to find the perfect place for you.
During your stay, you can relax on idyllic sandy beaches, explore the rugged mountains of Serra de Tramuntana or simply indulge in endless seafood or wine and take in the views. Luxury hotels can be found dotted along the picturesque seaside, ensuring that there's a perfect place for everyone to stay on this beautiful island.
Book your luxury holiday to Majorca today and discover why it's not just one of the best destinations in the Balearics, but the whole of Europe.
For beach lovers, Majorca is an ideal destination. With over 200 beaches to choose from, ranging from secluded coves to long stretches of golden sand, all with the inviting turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea, visitors will be spoiled for choice.
Majorca is steeped in history, and there are plenty of ancient sites to explore on the island. Palma Cathedral, a stunning Gothic structure that dates back to the 13th century, is a must-see for history enthusiasts.
Majorca's cuisine is a unique blend of Spanish and Mediterranean influences, making it a foodie's paradise. Visitors can enjoy fresh seafood, delicious meats, and local wines, including the island's famous Majorcan wine.
Majorca holidays are perfect for families as the island offers a diverse range of activities that cater to all ages. With its calm beaches, water parks, and adventure activities, Majorca is sure to keep the whole family entertained.
Majorca’s Mediterranean climate makes it a fantastic year-round holiday destination, with plenty of warm sunshine throughout the year. If you’re a sunseeker, the best time of year for a holiday to Majorca is during the summer months, from June to September. If you prefer slightly cooler weather, visit Majorca in autumn or spring. October is very pleasant, with daytime highs of 24°C and night-time lows of 14°C. You’ll find fewer tourists here at this time of year as well, ideal if you’d like to avoid the busiest times.
Most of Majorca’s major tourist resorts have a regular bus service, and there is a train service that can take visitors further inland, plus the vintage train running between Palma and Soller daily. Cars are available to hire cheaply from the popular tourist resorts or the airport. Ferries go to the other islands, plus mainland Spain, while boats are also available to hire to beach hop in style.
Explore the Serra de Tramuntana: This stunning mountain range offers some of the best hiking and cycling trails in Majorca, with incredible views of the island's countryside and coastline.
Discover the Palma Cathedral: One of the most famous landmarks in Majorca, this Gothic cathedral is a masterpiece of architecture and a must-visit for history buffs.
Visit Valldemossa: A picturesque village nestled in the Tramuntana Mountains, Valldemossa is famous for its cobbled streets, historic buildings, and stunning views.
Try the local cuisine: Majorcan cuisine is a unique blend of Spanish and Mediterranean influences, with fresh seafood, delicious meats, and local wines being popular among visitors.
Serra de Tramuntana: This UNESCO World Heritage site offers stunning mountain views and challenging hikes, including the popular GR221 route.
Puig de Galatzo: This trail takes you to the top of the highest peak in the southwest of Majorca, with breathtaking views of the island.
Torrent de Pareis: This is a challenging hike through a narrow gorge, with stunning views of the surrounding cliffs and sea.
Alaro Castle: This hike takes you to the ruins of an ancient castle, with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Talaia d'Alcúdia: This hike takes you to the highest point on the Alcúdia peninsula, with stunning views of the bay and surrounding mountains.
Cala Deia, Deia: Accessible by car or a 30-minute walk through olive groves from the village of Deia, this rocky cove boasts clear waters and two rustic chiringuito beach bars serving fresh fish.
Playa de Formentor, Cabo Formentor: Set on a finger of forested land on Majorca's northeast coast, this narrow strip of soft golden sands is backed by overhanging trees, calm waters, and beach bars.
Es Calo des Moro: A local favourite with fine white sands and calm waters surrounded by red cliffs. Despite its short length of 40m, it's best to avoid the weekends.
Cala Mondrago, Santanyi: Tucked into Mondrago Natural Park, this cove is known for its fine white sands, pine backdrop, and a handy chiringuito for snacks.
Cala Mesquida, Capdepera: A broad sweep of white sand backed by sand dunes, pines, and a historic watchtower, this beach offers wooden walkways, sun loungers, parasols, beach bars, and a small resort at one end of the bay.
Windsurfing: The island's windy conditions and calm waters make it a great place for windsurfing. Some of the best spots for windsurfing in Majorca include Alcudia, Pollensa, and Colonia de Sant Jordi.
Kiteboarding: Like windsurfing, kiteboarding is also a popular watersport in Majorca. The island's consistent winds and clear waters make it an ideal spot for this adrenaline-fueled activity. Some of the best kiteboarding spots in Majorca include Playa de Muro, Pollensa, and Cala Major.
Paddleboarding: Paddleboarding has become increasingly popular in Majorca in recent years. The island's calm waters and stunning coastline make it a perfect place to explore by paddleboard. Some of the best spots for paddleboarding include Cala Mesquida, Cala Sant Vicenç, and Port de Soller.
Parasailing: Parasailing is a great way to experience Majorca's stunning coastline from a new perspective. Several companies offer parasailing trips from various locations around the island, including Palma, Magaluf, and Alcudia.
Majorca's water parks offer thrilling water slides, including Hidropark in Alcudia, Aqualand in El Arenal, and Katmandu Park in Magaluf.
Palma Aquarium houses approximately 8,000 creatures from the Indian, Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Pacific oceans, including The Big Blue, one of Europe's deepest shark tanks.
La Reserva Galatzo in Tramuntana mountains provides opportunities for rock climbing, swinging bridges, and zip lines.
Dragonera, an uninhabited island shaped like a dragon, can be reached via an exciting boat trip. Lizard-spotting, snorkelling, and pirate-themed walks are available on the island.
Sa Coma's Safari Zoo wildlife park includes over 600 animals, a "baby zoo," playgrounds, and a restaurant, and offers drive-through safaris.
Alcudia: The resort of Alcudia is perfect for families as it has one of the best beaches on the island, with over 10 km of soft golden sand and crystal clear waters. Families can also enjoy a variety of activities such as go-karting, horse-riding, and visiting the nearby Hidropark water park.
Port de Pollença: Port de Pollença is a charming resort located in the north of the island, known for its stunning views of the Tramuntana Mountains and its long sandy beach. The resort has a relaxed atmosphere, making it perfect for families who want to unwind and spend quality time together.
Palma Nova: Palma Nova is a bustling resort located on the southwest coast of the island, with three golden sandy beaches and a wide range of family-friendly accommodation. There are plenty of activities to keep the whole family entertained, from watersports and boat trips to mini golf and go-karting.
Santa Ponsa: Santa Ponsa is a popular family-friendly resort located on the southwest coast of the island. It has a large sandy beach with plenty of water sports on offer, as well as a selection of restaurants and bars. Families can also visit the Jungle Parc adventure park, with zip lines, rope bridges and obstacle courses set in beautiful woodland surroundings.
Palma de Majorca: The capital city of Majorca, Palma de Majorca has a vibrant nightlife scene with a wide range of bars, clubs, and restaurants. The Paseo Marítimo and Santa Catalina districts are particularly popular for their many bars and clubs.
Magaluf: This resort town on the southwest coast of Majorca is known for its lively nightlife, especially during the summer months. The main strip, known as the Punta Ballena, is packed with bars, clubs, and restaurants.
El Arenal: Located on the east coast of Majorca, El Arenal is another popular resort town with a vibrant nightlife scene. The beachfront promenade is lined with bars and restaurants, and there are several large clubs in the area as well.
Cala Ratjada: This coastal town on the northeast coast of Majorca has a lively nightlife scene, especially during the summer months. There are several bars and clubs in the town centre, and the harbour area is also popular for its many restaurants and bars.
Alcudia: This town on the north coast of Majorca has a more laid-back nightlife scene than some of the other areas on this list, but there are still plenty of bars and restaurants to choose from. The main strip, known as the Avenida Pedro Mas y Reus, is the best place to find nightlife in Alcudia.
Palma's old town and Santa Catalina have many bars open throughout the day and night. You can enjoy an exceptional view with a cocktail in hand at one of the city's many rooftop bars or Moll Vell Marina.
Majorca's ports have a sense of exclusivity and are home to contemporary restaurants and bars. You can enjoy dinner and drinks with scenic backdrops in Port Adriano, Puerto Portals, Cala d'Or, Port de Soller and Port d'Andratx.
The southwest of Majorca has a large majority of the island's beach clubs, many of which are world-famous. Illetas has some of the prettiest beaches and Puerto Portals boasts a combination of beach huts and stylish beach clubs.
Playa de Palma and Magaluf are popular among large groups looking for a late-night adventure, while Camp de Mar and Cala Llamp offer a more relaxed environment.
The stretch of coastline from Port d'Alcudia to Playa de Muro has a good selection of family-friendly beach bars and restaurants catering to tourists in the summer months.
Dins: The restaurant of one of Majorca’s most famous chefs, at the stylish El Lorenc hotel, delivers exceptional Majorcan cuisine.
Restaurant Marc Fosh: This Michelin-star restaurant knows how to impress. Ingredients are sourced locally from the restaurant's very own farm and cooked to perfection.
Pizzeria Los Dos Hermanos: Authentic Neapolitan pizza made with love - described by many as the best pizza they’ve tasted outside of Italy.
Tamarell Restaurant: Spectacular 360 degree views at this beach-side restaurant in Puig de Ros, but the food is the real star here - Modern Majorcan cuisine at its finest
Pa amb oli: This is a traditional snack that consists of bread rubbed with tomato and olive oil and topped with cured meats, cheese, or vegetables.
Sobrassada: A type of cured sausage made with pork and paprika. It's often served with bread or in a sandwich.
Tumbet: A vegetable dish that's similar to ratatouille, made with layers of potatoes, aubergines, peppers, and tomatoes.
Arroz brut: A flavorful rice dish that's cooked with pork, chicken, vegetables, and saffron.
Frito mallorquín: A hearty stew made with pork, liver, potatoes, peppers, and tomatoes.
Crespells: Traditional Majorcan cookies that are usually served during Christmas.
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