The popular holiday island of Mallorca is one of the most visited destinations in Europe. Welcoming well over six million tourists a year – the bulk of them from the UK, Germany and mainland Spain. Thanks to the fact that the island offers a winning combination of breathtaking beaches, fantastic scenery and a wide selection of different holiday destinations. With over 20 resorts to choose from.
Mallorca is also easy to reach from mainland Europe and is well served by all of the leading low cost airlines from key markets such s the UK. With a flight time of just under two and half hours.
First time visitors should note that the island is very much a game of two halves though. As the south is still snynomous with package tourism – epitomised by the bars and discos of resorts such as Magaluf. Whilst the north is cooler and more sophisticated. Home to ancient former Roman settlements such as Pollensa and some of the best quality holiday villas in Mallorca. Many of which have been built using the local honey coloured stone.
So which is the ideal resort in Mallorca for you?
Alcudia
Alcudia is the largest resort on the island’s north coast. It’s popularity sealed by the fact that it is also home to the biggest beach on the island – a huge stretch of sand which extends for around 8km.
As a result Alcudia is very popular with families looking to escape the fleshpots of the south. A reputation enhanced further by the fact that the beach here shelves gently into the sea – making it ideal for young children.
Cala DÓr
Cala d’Or is relatively modern resort situated on the island’s east coast – around a one hour transfer time from the main airport at Palma. Emerging from it´s former shell as traditional fishing village during he 1970´s to become the modern resort of today.
The centre of the town is pedestrianised which makes it very pleasant to stroll around come nightfall. Whilst during the day the action revolves around one of the seven beaches in the resort. Head for the marina at Cala Llonga for a really atmospheric meal out.
Puerto Pollensa
One of the north’s more chi chi resorts Puerto Pollensa is the close coastal cousin to the town of Pollensa. A former Roman settlement that boasts a host of picturesque squares and quiet cobbled streets. And is a popular destination with families looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the larger resorts.
