Majorca
Majorca offers excellent value for money and has something for everyone - superb beaches, fantastic scenery and a great variety of resorts..
Palma Nova
Palma Nova is close to all the action but with a more laid-back feel. It's popular with all ages, couples and families in particular. Airport Transfer: 35-45mins.
Portals Nous
A lovely, laid back little resort with a good sandy beach, Portals nous has plenty of quiet bars, local cafes and quality restaurants.
Puerto Pollensa
Set around a sheltered bay and fashionable yacht marina, Puerto Pollensa is a pretty resort on the northern tip of the island. Its stylish promenade, lined with cafes, bars and restaurants, is a popular place to stroll along in the evenings, or stop for a coffee and watch the world go by.
Santa Ponsa
One of the liveliest resorts on the island, Santa Ponsa is a thriving, bustling town with an attractive snady beach and a huge selection of restaurants and bars, many catering to Irish tastes, and a lively nightlife.
Majorca offers excellent value for money and has something for everyone - superb beaches, fantastic scenery and a great variety of resorts.
The largest of the Balearic islands, set off the east coast of mainland Spain, Majorca enjoys a mild and pleasant climate, basking in the Mediterranean sunshine. An island of surprises and contrasting scenery, this is much more than just great beaches, fun bars, good restaurants and lively nightlife. Although all those essential holiday ingredients are there in abundance, there is also a lesser known Majorca which is traditional and quite delightfully hidden.
You can explore some of the islands treasures on a Topflight recommended excursion, from the lively Inca market to the magical Drach caves, the ancient village of Valdemossa, or why not take a full day to enjoy a tour of the island by boat and train?
Whether you're looking for lively nightlife, a fun-filled family holiday or just a quiet, relaxing break, Majorca is certain not to disappoint.
Excursions
Caves of Drach - (Full day, lunch not included) - Situated on the east coast of Majorca, the Caves of Drach contain some wonderful rock formations, all cleverly illuminated and the largest underground lake in the world. A fantastic concert is played from little boats on the lake. The trip also includes a tour of a pearl factory, whose artificial pearls are well known all over the world. €43
Island Tour - (Full day, lunch not included) - Visit the scenic west and the mountain range, a complete contrast to the more developed resort areas. You are taken by coach to Palmaand by train, through the orange groves, to the beautiful port of Soller where you take a boat trip to La Calobra and the Torrent de Pareis, cut into the rock by water running to the sea. Return by coach through beautiful olive groves. €65
Inca Market - (Half day, morning) - Inca, situated almost in the centre of the island, is Majorca's third largest town and famous for its leather industry. Its colourful weekly street market is the largest on the island, the ideal place to snap up some authentic Majorcan bargains. €23
Valdemossa - (Half day, morning) - The beautiful little village of Valdemossa is situatd in the hills to the north of Palma and contains the old Carthusian Monastry and the Palace of King Sancho. The monastry used to provide accomodation to such notable guests as Chopin and George Sand in the winter of 1838. The monk's pharmacy, the library, the church and the delightful gardens are all open to visitors. €31
Marineland and Western Park - (Full day, lunch not included) - This full day tour takes in two fabulous family freindly attractions in one, making for a truly memorable family day out! Marineland is a wonderful marine zoo backed by 35 years of history in entertainment, education, research and interconnection with nature. The internationally awarded Dolphin Shows are the park's top attraction, along with the Sea Lion and Parrot Shows.
One of the most popular theme parks in Majorca, Western Water Park is designed on a wild west theme with jacuzzis, water rides and shows including the Cowboy Family Show, a Falcon Flight Show and the Oliver Water Show, as well as various other entertainment and activities. €60