GUIDE TO MAJORCA

Culture, History and a Cosmopolitan Atmosphere

Travel to the largest of the Balearic Islands and witness such versatility from the party atmospheres of Magaluf, the historical capital city of Palma, to value for money family friendly resorts

A holiday in Majorca is just a short flight of less than 3 hours from the UK, so you'll soon find yourself landing at Palma de Mallorca airport, 5 miles south of the capital Palma. Travelling to the north of the island you will reach the resort of Puerto Pollensa, ideal for families with its safe sandy beaches, and stunning views from its horseshoe shaped bay, with a wide range of bars and restaurants to choose from.

Alcudia, in the north east of the island offers fabulous family accommodation, with the largest beach on the island. Alcudia is lively without being noisy, and has a wonderful array of bars and restaurants, suiting all tastes and offering something for every budget. Visit the water-park, or take a boat trip or banana ride out into the bay, there's always something to do.

For those of you who like to party, look no further than the vibrant Magaluf, situated just 40 minutes from the airport. Known as the party capital of the island, with over 100 bars and nightclubs, including British and karaoke bars, some of which stay open until the sun is rising! Still have some energy left?? Then try go-carting or mini-golf, mountain biking or even dare to try a bungee jump! Magaluf is not just for adventurous adults, there is also the tremendous Aqualand Magaluf, where the whole family can enjoy themselves.

A diverse island, with fabulous beaches, great for families

Looking for some culture? Then you need travel no further than the capital, Palma. With is stoic Cathedral dominating the skyline overlooking the harbour, work started on its structure in the 13th century and was still being carried out as recently as last year! The cosmopolitan harbour is a fabulous place to sit and people watch, with its multi million pound yachts and celebrity visitors, it is the place to be seen. On an evening the cobbled streets come to life, offering delightful places to eat and drink, with tapas or flamenco bars and sophisticated restaurants providing a delicious choice of international cuisine.

Accommodation on the island covers all budgets, from self catering, family villas or upmarket hotels, as simple or as luxurious as you like. Holidays to Majorcaoffer many beach side resorts but it must be recommended that a trip further inland will bring you to the lush olive and almond groves and a visit to authentic historic towns with rustic roman remains. Majorca holidays have it all, from history and culture, to beaches and nightlife, it will leave you wanting to return again and again. Holidays in Majorca are available to book here online at Late Deals.