Mallorca is the largest of the islands of the Balearic archipelago, equally suitable for beach recreation, rock climbing, diving and windsurfing, and simply enjoying nature. It has a mild and warm climate, affecting the size and beauty of mountain ranges, dense forests and fertile valleys. In addition, Mallorca, perhaps, is one of the most democratic islands of the Balearic Islands. Here you can meet with equal success a member of the royal family, a well-known actress or classmate from Balashikha, who was not seen for ten years.
Capital - Palma de Mallorca
The main resorts: Cala d'Or, Arenal, Palma Nova, Magaluf, Santa Ponsa, Cala Ratjada, Alcudia, Paguera, Camp de Mar, Sa Coma
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Phone code
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How to get to Mallorca
The duration of the flight from Moscow is 4 and a half hours
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Major resorts of Majorca
Cala d'Or is well suited for newlyweds and couples with children. There are several small cozy coves with fine sandy beaches, protected from wind and direct sunlight by pine forest.
Arenal is one of the first tourist areas in Mallorca. Most hotels here are 2-3 *. It is a very lively resort for young lovers of a noisy, active and relatively inexpensive vacation.
The towns of Playa de Palma and Can Pastilla are a more respectable continuation of Arenal with a well-developed entertainment infrastructure. On the first line of the beach are high category hotels. In Can Pastilla, the "Sea Club" is open with all kinds of water entertainment
Cala Mayor is the closest tourist area to the capital. The resort is suitable for those who want to spend days by the sea, and in the evenings to walk around the capital's shops, restaurants and discos. There are many shops and bars here, but there is almost nothing for children.
Illetas is a calm and comfortable luxury resort. Nearby - golf club "Bendinat". Illetas is recommended for couples who have a rest with or without children and are looking for a leisurely rest.
Palma Nova is a quiet tourist area, well suited for couples in search of a relaxing holiday.
Magaluf is the most famous resort of the island among Russian tourists. Modern, very lively, with well-developed infrastructure and high-rise hotels Magaluf is recommended primarily for young people, but it is also suitable for family holidays. There is an aquapark, go-karting, the biggest on the island theme park of water entertainment Western Water Park and the golf club "Poniente" with a long complex field for professionals. Also located here is one of the most famous discos in Mallorca - BCM.
Santa Ponsa Resort is a quiet green tourist area, less crowded than Magaluf. Recommended for family holidays: here you can actively relax during the day and sleep peacefully at night. The closest "diskach" is in Magaluf. The local beach is a wide, fine sandy cove with a pine plantation and the deserved Blue Flag
Paguera is a small resort center in the southwestern part of the island, ideal for nature lovers and romantic couples. There are many cozy coves with shallow shallow waters and sandy beaches
Puerto Polensa is loved by artists and artists, and the local port, where rich tourists come from all over the world, has become one of the most cosmopolitan points of the island. The main "must see" - the bay of San Vicens and Peninsula Formentor. On Formentor is the beach of the same name, one of the most famous in Mallorca, with fine sand and exceptionally clear water.
Alcudia is another tourist center that includes the resorts of Platja d'Alcudia, Platja de Muro and C'an Picafort. A special attention of tourists here is attracted by the ancient city walls, the ancient Roman city of Pollenţia and the well-preserved amphitheater
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Climate Majorca
Clear + 16 ° C in the afternoon + 9 ° C at night ° C water |
Clear + 18 ° C in the afternoon + 13 ° C at night ° C water |
Clearly + 17 ° C in the afternoon + 11 ° C at night ° C water |
| Weather forecast in Majorca for 10 days | ||
| Average monthly Temperature, ° C | ||||||||||||
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | dec | |
| day | + 14 | + 14 | + 16 | + 18 | + 21 | + 26 | + 28 | + 28 | +26 | + 22 | + 18 | + 15 |
| at night | + 6 | + 6 | + 7 | + 10 | + 12 | + 16 | + 19 | + 20 | + 18 | + 13 | + 10 | + 7 |
| water | + 16 | + 16 | + 16 | + 17 | + 18 | + 21 | + 23 | + 25 | + 25 | + 23 | + 21 | + 18 |
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Transportation
Palma Airport, Sao São João, is located eight kilometers from the city center. From the Paseo de Mallorca Boulevard, there is a bus no. 17 there every 20 minutes. A taxi ride from the airport to the island's capital will cost about EUR 20.
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Hotels Mallorca
Every fourth hotel in Spain is located in the Baleares. The first, "Grand Hotel", appeared here in 1908. Now the island has more than a thousand accommodation facilities. In Arenal, most hotels have a category of 2-3 *.
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Banks and exchange offices
There are a lot of banks in Majorca. In summer they all work from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 14:00. In tourist areas, there are many small exchange offices working until late in the evening. But there is usually either a bad exchange rate or a commission is charged.
Shopping and stores Mallorca
Good shops are mostly in Palma. The best "shopping" streets are Jaime III, Sant Miguel (the beginning of the street is behind the Plaza of Spain), Sindicato. There, in the campaigns of countless many boutiques with a good "price-quality" ratio, you can spend more than one hour. In addition, almost every day in one or another part of the island, markets are set up where you can buy everything from clothes and shoes to fruits and pets.
A great gift "from Mallorca" will be a pearl decoration. It was the pearl factory Majorica, built at the beginning of the century in Manacor, that brought Majorca world fame. An unusual, practically manual way of making jewelry can be observed right at the factory and purchased at the store with her. Here there are models at prices from 10 USD (gold dusting) to 1000 USD, every month there are new items. Each product is warranted at 10 years
Other options: souvenirs from blown glass, ceramics of local craftsmen (from pots and plates to traditional Mallorka whistles - "Siurelians", painted clay figurines depicting locals, demons or animals), a variety of products from olive trees.
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- To sit in the Cathedral of Palma on the benches made according to the drawings of Gaudi himself.
- Observe the marine life in the giant aquarium Palma Aquarum.
- Touch the half of the monument to a person in the Royal gardens of Palma, in order to become richer spiritually or literally.
- To wander in the capital to Arab baths - an unreclaimed monument of the 10th century.
- To visit at least one national reserve.
- Book a trip to one of the castles: Alaro, Poiensa or Felanitche.
- Take the historic train from Palma to Sawyer along the route with luxurious panoramic views.
- Be amazed at the beauty seen, climbing to Formentor Cape.
- Admire the work of the hands of the water, descending into the caves of Mallorca.
- Take a walk along the overhang bridge in the Galatso Nature Reserve.
Entertainment, Excursions and Attractions Mallorca
The Arta caves are located in the northeast of the island, near the coastal town of Platja de Canyamel at an altitude of 150 m above sea level. There are many "halls" with unusual names - "Purgatory", "Hell", "Paradise", as well as the highest twenty-two-meter tall stalagmite in the world. Here for the guests a special show is arranged: a concert of classical music accompanied by colorful lighting effects. In addition to the caves themselves, local excursionists are waiting for an inevitable stop at a local souvenir shop, visiting a jewelry factory and tasting local liqueurs.
In Valldemoss, the old manor of La Granja is interesting, worth visiting Cape Formentor, in the natural park of Galatzo or in the national park of Cabrera.
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Popular Trips Mallorca
Tour of Palma de Mallorca ~ 35 EUR, the town of Valdemossa - the ancient estate of La Granja ~ 50 EUR .Excursion around the island with a visit to the monastery of the XIII century, a walk on the yacht, cape Formentor ~ 35 EUR, natural park Galatso ~ 30 EUR .Casino "Palladium" (evening show with a lot of special effects) ~ 50 EUR, "Knight's tournament in a medieval castle" ~ 45 EUR, bullfight (held in July-September at the Bykov Square in Palma) .Two water amusement parks in Arenal and Magaluf, Western Park, karting, Marineland ~ 25 EUR, Tropical Park and Cactus Park, Nemo Submarine, Cabrera National Park, Dragorera (excursion to the islet in the south-west, where there are many unusual lizards), a trip to Ibiza .Excursion "Cave Arta" with a visit to a pearl factory, a gift shop and a tasting of local liqueurs ~ 50 EUR .
Developments
In August, the feast of the patron saint of the sea is celebrated in Cala d'Or, lasting a whole week and ending on the evening of August 15 with spectacular fireworks.
Golf
In Mallorca, 13 golf courses: At Cala Mayor is the island's first on-the-field golf course "Son-Vida" with rolling hills and a wide variety of flora.
The Golf Club Bendinat is located next to Palma Nova, Illetas. There are also golf clubs in Magaluf: "Poniente" with a long complex field for professionals, and in Santa Pons (3 golf courses).
Diving in Mallorca
There is a diving club in Santa Ponsa. Park Palma Aquarium offers a wedding ceremony under the water, for this newlyweds must have a certificate of divers. The ceremony will be held around twelve tiger sharks from sand under the Brazilian music performed on guitars. The cost is from 400 EUR. In addition, the package of the ceremony can include photo and video shooting under the water or in the park, a banquet at the Aquarium restaurant, which is located in Playa de Palma.
Windsurfing
Thanks to the light breeze and anti-tar, enveloping the islands, windsurfing is developed in the north and west of Mallorca. The most favorable days for slipping on the waves - from July 15 to August 15 (the best breeze 90% of the time). The cost of renting a board is from 10 EUR per hour. You can hire an experienced muscular instructor.
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