| Majorca is a perfect destination for UK visitors as | | | | fabulous white sandy beach. Cala San Vicente is a |
| flying time from most UK airports is only two and a | | | | former fishing village on the north coast with sandy |
| half hours. The island boasts many fantastic beaches | | | | beaches leading down to beaches set between cliffs. |
| and for those looking further inland, the island can be | | | | Cala San Vicente is ideal for those wanting a more |
| divided into three parts - the Serra de Tramuntana | | | | peaceful resort. Alcudia is another family favourite, |
| rocks, the Serra de Llevant and the central plain (Es | | | | and is famed for its beaches which include a 15km |
| pla). | | | | golden sand beach. Cala d'Or is set in small rocky |
| The island of Majorca or Mallorca as it is also known, | | | | coves, with sandy beaches shadowed by pine trees. |
| is one of the UK's most popular package holiday | | | | Holidays to Majorca means beach activities (with over |
| destinations. The island offers a host of interesting | | | | 90 beaches available), the golfing fraternity has |
| buildings, architecture and landmarks, as well as miles | | | | recognised the value of the island and has adopted |
| of seashore suitable for any discerning beach lover. | | | | the many courses available on the island to become a |
| Palma is the capital of Majorca and has a Moorish | | | | well-known golfing mecca for many. |
| history, with the eye catching landmark Gothic | | | | Accommodation caters mainly for the |
| Cathedral dominating the harbour. Illetas is located on | | | | package-tourist, with plenty of hotels near to the |
| a rocky headland outside Palma and offers an | | | | beach. However, the island also has a number of |
| excellent family holiday with fine, sandy beaches and | | | | alternative accommodations including designer hotels, |
| a handful of bars and restaurants. Cala Fornells is a | | | | fully equipped apartments, apart hotels and fincas (or |
| quiet beach resort, situated on a rocky outcrop. | | | | Agroturismo as they are also known, a growing trend |
| Puerto d'Antratx is located on the harbour side and | | | | for farmhouses and country estates built before |
| the sandy beaches at Camp de Mar and Peguera are | | | | 1960 to be fully refurbished, modernised and rented |
| only a short way away. Sa Coma is very popular | | | | out to visitors). |
| with families and is modern and quiet and has a | | | | |