Majorca Resort Guides
Where is the best location for your next holiday on Mallorca? We have a wide selection of Majorca villas in all of the best resorts and towns on the island. Discover which is the ideal one for you.
Pollensa Guide
Pollensa (or Pollenca in the local dialect) has managed to escape the sort of excessive tourist development which has scarred some of the southern resorts on the island and retains all of its charm and identity intact. Located inland in the north of the island some 8km from its close coastal cousin of Puerto Pollensa the town boasts a rich history that has spanned numerous occupations.
The town and is not as much of a treasure trove of historic buildings as nearby Alcudia but still boasts plenty of impressive sights, such as the Via Crucis, with its 365 steps, each representing a day of the year, which ascends the hill of El Calvari.
Today Pollensa boasts a strong artistic community pioneered by Marti Vicenc. You can visit the museum named after him at the foot of the Via Crucis and explore lots of galleries and art shops around the town. Whilst every summer the Festival of Pollensa attracts classical musicians from across Europe.
Puerto Pollensa Guide
Puerto Pollensa is the polar opposite to the sort of resorts such as Magaluf that earned the island a down market reputation back in the 1980's. The upmarket marina plays host to luxury yachts from around the world and the resort boasts a relaxed and chilled out ambience, as well as a superb beach and attractive main square. All set against the impressive pine clad backdrop of the Tramuntana Mountains.
The seafront promenade - known by all as the Pine Walk as a result of the fact that it is lined with aromatic pine trees - is a great spot for enjoying the evening paseo (or stroll) once the sun has gone down. There are plenty of bars and restaurants on hand as well as in the central Plaça Miquel Capllonch, covering all types of cuisine from local Mallorcan through to Mexican and Chinese.
Water sports enthusiasts will find that there's plenty to keep them occupied with kayaking, windsurfing and of course yachting all available whilst kids will want to head for the HidroPark in nearby Alcudia for some serious splashing around.
Alcudia Guide
Alcudia is one of the more historic towns on the North coast of the island and boasts plenty of Moorish and Roman influences, with a history that dates back to 1300 BC. There are today a number of different and distinct parts of Alcudia, some of which are much modern than others.
The historic heart of Alcudia lies in the Old Town and its northern environs such as Bonaire. Puerto Alcudia is much more modern and this is where the main beach and port are located along with the bulk of of the resort hotel accommodation and the main seafront strip.
Alcudia is located within the bay of Pollensa with the main beaches located in adjoining small resort areas such as Mal Pas and Barcares. The historic Old Town plays host to a regular market during the summer on Tuesday and Sundays and there are plenty of good quality restaurants located around the resort catering to all tastes.
Can Picafort Guide
A small and sleepy fishing village until tourism exploded in Spain in the 1960's Can Picafort is very popular with German and Scandinavian tourists and to all intents and purposes is a purpose built resort. That however cannot detract from the beauty of its main beach which boasts golden sands and plenty of amenities such as sun loungers and shades. A little further afield are the more natural and protected beaches of Son Real and Son Baulo.
There's a small marina here where it is possible to book excursions and plenty of restaurants and bars along the main seafront promenade. As a small resort it's possible to get around Can Picafort on foot with ease and you can walk from one end to the other in a little under 20 minutes.
Cala D'or Guide
Cala D'or is a small resort located in the south east coast of the island, comprised of a number of small coves. The resort retains an unspoilt feel thanks to building restrictions, which means it has escaped the sort of high rise excesses that have scarred destinations such as Magaluf.
There are some delightful small sandy beaches dotted around the resort such as Cala de ses Egos and Cala des Pou as well as a modern marina and plenty of shops and restaurants. The resort also plays host to some excellent annual events, such as the Cala D'or Jazz Festival, which is held every July and which attracts performers from around the world.