 Majorca can probably claim to be one of the original holiday hotspots for sand, sea and that wonderful Mediterranean sunshine. It is the largest of the Balearics Islands and it is waiting to be explored. You can discover all its delights by taking a holiday with Jet2holidays.com.Your Jet2.com flight will take you to Palma. The attractive capital, on the Bay of Palma, is well worth exploring for its art and architecture. There are abundant designer shops in tree lined avenues in this atmospheric city. You have got to experience the vibrant nightlife in the old quarter to complete your experience of Palma.
On the western side of the Bay of Palma you will find Magaluf and Palma Nova. These two well known resorts are definitely pleasure centres for British fun seekers. Lots of people flock here in the summer months to soak up the sun on magnificent sandy beaches, hit the numerous party bars and go clubbing until the early hours.
If you are looking for a less frenetic holiday and a more exclusive address, yet still close to Palma City, I would include Iletas, Portals Nous, Costa d’en Blanes, Cala Mayor and Cala Vinas. Close by, around the headland, you can find the superb holiday towns of Santa Ponsa, Paguera and Port Adriano.
To the east of Palma city you can discover a 6 kilometre stretch of golden sandy beach. This area is very popular with families and includes the seaside resorts of C’en Pastilla and the lively resort of El Arenal. A tree lined promenade links the two resorts. If you venture a little further south, Cabo Blanco offers you a more peaceful setting amidst coves and pine forests.
The South Eastern coast of Majorca has lots of sandy bays and open beaches. These beaches seem to have an irresistible appeal to holidaymakers. The transfer time from the airport is a couple of hours and a cluster of destinations include the harbour town of Porto Colom, the lovely pine fringed coves of Cala d’Or and the laid back resort of Calas de Mallorca. Further along this coast is the family holiday beach resort of Sa Coma. The neighbouring fishing village of S’Illot, lively Cala Millor and the quayside setting of Cala Bona will give you plenty of contrasting choices in this area.
Head to the North East Coast of Majorca if you like rugged coastlines. There are lots of pine forests enclosing pretty coves. The marina town of Cala Rajada is the main resort in this area. Watch out for exclusive cruisers glinting in the sunshine. Nearby is Cala Mesquida and that resort has a beautiful beach with sand dunes drifting inland.
For cheap family holidays a popular choice are the eastern beach resorts of Alcudia Bay. A popular holiday choice is C’an Picafort. There are 8 kilometres of fine sandy beach, warm shallow waters and a great variety of watersports available. Around the headland of this area is the pretty village of Puerto Pollenca. You can discover the many quayside restaurants and enjoy the sheltered bay views. The dramatic Tramuntana mountains provide a magnificent scenic backdrop for your pleasure. Further along the north coast it is possible to stay in the idyllic arty village of Deia. The village is a delightful gem just waiting to be discovered.
Jet2holidays.com will take you to Palma from Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Blackpool, Edinburgh and Belfast airports. There is something for everyone in Majorca and possibly the hard choice is choosing where to stay on the island. For certain, you will get a great deal with Jet2holidays.com wherever you choose.
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