Majorca

The biggest of the Balearics, Majorca's been a favourite with the worlds travel pack. But never has it enjoyed such popularity as it does now. You only have to look at the celebs’ holiday habits to see it’s in vogue. Hollywood celebrities Catherine Zeta Jones and Michael Douglas have a place here. Families flock to the sasands of Alcudia, Purto Polensa and Cala Bona. The party crowd hotfoot it to Magaluf and Palma Nova. And there’s plenty of room for a sunshine snooze in Camp de Mar and Cala d’Or. Then there’s the star of the show - Palma. A tapas loving boutique brimming, capital city where chic meets charm. Majorca is one of those rare places that sits firmly in the ’something for everyone’ bracket . And what more could you ask for?

C'an Picafort

At the southern end of the fabulous sandy beach, which takes you all the way to Alcudia, this is a top spot for a hotel and beach -based holiday. A low-key resort, it has a good supply of traditional and tourist restaurants, which lead down to the beautiful bay of Alcudia An amazing mix of attractions make this a top holiday spot. Stretching along the huge beach, which runs around the bay of Alcudia.

Playa de Muro

A little more laid-back than it’s neighbours, this resort lies on a brilliant streach of the long beach, which runs along the Bay of Alcudia, and it’s cooling breeze attracts windsurfers. Right by Alcudia, it’s close enough to walk in and enjoy it’s attractions but far enough away for a more relaxing hoiday.

Puerto Pollensa

For a touch of the traditional, this laid back beach resort sits north, close to Formentor. Dotted with straw parasols, the main beach offers watersports but, if you want to escape, there are also small sandy shores along the pine tree-lined promanade. The yacht marina has a few bars and restaurants, with more choice in the market square.

Palma Nova

Near all the action but with a more holiday feel, the family-friendly resrt of Palma Nova is close to Magaluf’s neon nightlife, Palma’s attractions and the Aquacity waterpark. Although this beach resort has a more chilled flavour, it also has it’s own restaurants, bars and entertainment, with the West End- style shows of nearby Son Amar a popular treat.

Magaluf

Fun, friendly and fabulous for those wanting chilled days and lively nights, this beach resort sits on a hill beside Palma Nova and has plenty of attractions. With a huge stretch of sand, an endless supply of bars and restaurants, a cool strip of dance clubs and activities for both adults and kids, theres always something to do.

Cala d'or

Famous for it’s seven sandy coves and family- friendly nature, this picture-perfect part of Majorca is close to the Caves of Drach. A great place to linger over seafood, it’s small marina is dotted with restaurants, and the resort also offers shopping and little places to drink.

San Augustin

Close to Palma, this low key beach retreat offers nothing but relaxation and a great hotel-based holiday. With it’s small beach and peaceful atmosphere, it’s just a short drive from the capital, if you want to brows the shops, see some sights or enjoy an evening of good food and wine.

Santa Ponsa

A suprising place to find a good Irish craic, this fun and friendly seaside resort has lots of buzzing Irish bars, a good choice of restaurants,a great night-time scene and a real international flavour. With it’s beach adding calm relaxation to the menu, this is a welcoming place to enjoy a lively holiday.