| If you are looking for the ideal destination for family | | | | taking a break in the Mediterranean sun - like relaxing |
| holidays in Majorca, you may want to consider the | | | | on the beach. |
| varied attractions of Alcudia. | | | | Alcudia has a number of beaches, including the Platja |
| The town has plenty of sights, some stunning | | | | Gran, which is regarded as one of the most beautiful |
| beaches, lots of outdoor activities on offer and a | | | | in Majorca. |
| selection of cheap places to eat and drink, making it | | | | It has 7km of white sand, with some stretches that |
| a perfect location for bargain holidays in the sun. | | | | are completely unspoiled and ideal for working on |
| Alcudia is far from a typical Balearic resort. Its history | | | | your tan in peace. In other places it has open-air bars, |
| can be traced back thousands of years and there is | | | | which remain lively throughout the day. |
| plenty of evidence of its past as a key strategic | | | | There are also plenty of facilities for water sports, |
| location for a succession of rulers. | | | | with parasailing, windsurfing and banana boat rides all |
| The old town is a mass of narrow winding streets | | | | available if you are feeling adventurous. |
| and beautiful architecture, surrounded by a | | | | If you prefer your activities on land, Alcudia has |
| spectacular 14th century wall which was constructed | | | | places to hire bikes, go hiking or to play tennis and |
| to protect it from invading forces. | | | | golf. If real golf is a little too tricky, you can try your |
| There are even older sights to see just outside the | | | | luck on the 54-hole mini golf course alongside the |
| walls, where you will find Roman ruins from the | | | | waterslides and wave pools at the HidroPark. |
| ancient city of Pollentia, including a 1st century | | | | And when you reach the end of a busy day - or just |
| theatre. | | | | a day of relaxing in the sun - you will discover there |
| While you are sure to find the sights fascinating, you | | | | are lots of establishments offering good value meals, |
| will probably want to spend some of your holiday in | | | | whether you want to try the local cuisine or |
| Majorca doing the things traditionally associated with | | | | something a little more familiar. |