Ibiza Hotels, Majorca Hotels, Apartments, Accommodation

 The capital of Ibiza, also called Ibiza or Eivissa (in catalan) is a town full of surprises. Everybody knows Ibiza for its parties and its nice temperatures. But we must not forget that the city of Eivissa is well-known for its extraordinary heritage and multiculturalism. So why wouldn't you enjoy what it offers you, while staying in your nice Ibiza hotel?

      The fortifications of Eivissa are one of the things the city is famous for. They were recognized as World Heritage Site and you can enjoy the narrow streets and monuments inside. The fortifications played a strategic role for the defense of the Mediterranean sea and were built on the order of Philipp II of Spain to prevent the city from pirate's invasions and plunders. The construction is supposed to have lasted 31 years.

Inside the fortifications, you can see the Diocesan Museum's See (cathedral), the Santo Domingo's church, the San Ciriaco's Chapel, the city Council's see which is used for exhibitions, concerts and cultural events during the year, the archeological museum, the Citadel and the castle.

The historic center Dalt Vila, in the upper side of the city, has been transformed into an outdoor museum. While walking around, you will see some traces of the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans or Muslims, who settled up in the Conquest of Catalonia (XIII century).  You will also find the Mercat Vell (Old Market), the Portal de ses Taules (drawbridge), the Portal Nou and the Reina Sofia Park. But there is also the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Puget Museum and the Madina Yabisa Interpretation Centre where the visitor can learn everything about the city's history. For those who want to enjoy a nice glass of wine on a terrace, you can walk around the Calle de la Virgen, la Plaza de la Vila...where you will find many restaurants, bars and handicrafts shops and galleries...

   You can also visit the necropolis Puig des Molins which was used as a cemetery in the past and which contains more than 3500 underground tombs. There is also the Portals de Feixa, an ancient irrigation system, which is famous for its shape.

And at the end of a tiring day (or not!) you can enjoy a nice promenade on the Botafoc's cruise ship dock extension, which offers you a beautiful view on the Dalt Vila.

   Also the beaches of Eivissa are famous and really appreciated by the inhabitants and the tourists. The Talamanca beach and the Platja d'en Bosso are especially suitable for nautical sports. You can also go to the ses Figueretes beach, also really nice!!

 Enjoy you stay in Eivissa !!!

After a long stressed year, you fortunately get two holidays weeks when you want to spend time with your children and enjoy the sun? What will be the best destination? Mallorca could be the perfect option!

What do you have to do?

You have to look for a cheap ticket and find your Mallorca accommodation. For the accommodation, find a nice apartment near to the beach if you want to spend quite holidays. The quieter resorts in Mallorca are Puerto Pollensa and Cala d'Or , with their breathtaking beaches. Your kids will build sand castles and take buckets and spades while you will relax and enjoy the sun.
Do you want to have fun with your children and make a lot of activities?

You will certainly enjoy El Arenal resorts, Magalluf and Alcudia with their huge waterparks. Kids can make karting in magalluf or spend a nice moment in a family horse-riding trip around the most beautiful Alcudia Island.
Find your nice Mallorca hotel in these resorts to enjoy the beach, the delicious hotel food, some activities inside the hotel like water polo, volley ball, tennis and a lot of other fun leisure.

More activities? Do you want to make your stay unforgettable and make a lot of funny pictures to put on facebook !?

A visit in the ocean can be a fastidious activity: Marineland , in Costa d'en Blanes, is a must for families travelling in Mallorca. You will admire dolphin and sea lion shows, Europe's largest kind of sharks, a circus, aquariums, snakes and crocodiles.

Palma Nova Golf Fantasia is an attraction for kids and adults. It has three mini-golf courses; all set among waterfalls, caves, lakes and tropical gardens where you can find a lot of animals. If you are hungry, you can spend time in the snack bar and enjoy a games area for kids to enjoy when they feel they've played enough mini-golf.

Let's go to Aqualand ! The place to be!! It is an enormous aquatic park not to be missed by families on holiday in Mallorca. Children of all ages but also parents will have a great time splashing in the pools, riding the slides, floating on tubes or jumping in the wave pools.

More trills?

The Kamikaze, Harakiri, Grand Canyon, Anaconda and the Black Hole, are done for you while the younger ones can enjoy splashing in the shallower waters of the Mini Park and Polynesia.

 
Do you try to cultivate your children?

If you simply want your kids to enjoy a bit of nature, go to Castell d'Alaro, which is Mallorca's most popular rock climbing. You will go from the Alaro town to a ruined 15th century castle and peak chapel, offering wonderful views over the island and sea.

Are you looking for simple things?

Go for a ride in the Sóller-Palma railway to enjoy the incredible views of the coastline. Make a break and enjoy the wonderful landscape.

If you go to Mallorca a raining day we don't forget you!!

There are also activities for unlucky people! You will go in one of children's indoor playgrounds in Acuario de Mallorca in Porto Cristo praying that the sun comes back!

If you stand in Palma de Majorca, the city's capital, and observe the surrounding during your holidays in Majorca, you are likely to see a famous sight of Majorca in the distance: the Bellver Castle Majorca.

Near the end of the 13^th century the Bellver Castle Majorca was built as a residence for King Jaume I, but later it was transformed as a prison. It has an interesting architecture with round towers and moats surrounding the historical building. As one of the most interesting sights in Majorca near Palma, the Bellver Castle Majorca is something you absolutely have to visit during your stay in a Majorca apartment in Palma.

There is also the Museu D'Historia de la Ciutat in the Bellver Castle Majorca, so if you want to discover the history of Palma during your holidays in Majorca, don't hesitate and visit the castle and museum at the same time.

The opening times:

From October to March: 08:00 until 20:00

From April to September: 08:00 until 21:00

The museum and some halls are closed on Sundays and holidays.

Address:

Camilo Jose Cela

07015 Palma de Majorca

But what impresses most visitors during their stay at a Majorca apartment is the round court of the

Bellver Castle Majorca. It is said to be unique in whole Spain, so if you want to see unique sights in Majorca, the castle should definitely be on your list.

The Bellver Castle was also used as a prison in the past, but not anymore. For your holidays in Majorca, you could consider to visit the castle of Majorca around or after Easter, because on the Sunday after Easter Sunday, the people of Palma meet near the castle in the surrounding forest and celebrate the Angel's Sunday, or Diumenge de l'Àngel.

So don't hesitate and visit the Bellver Castle Majorca during your holidays in Majorca!

Already mentioned in a previous article about Menorca holidays, the small Balearic Island offers a lot to its visitors, and Ciutadella Menorca Holidays will amaze and astonish visitors and holiday makers.

Ciutadella is not the capital of Menorca, but is still an important city for the island, as it has around 30.000 inhabitants. Spending your holidays in Ciutadella on Menorca gives you the possibility to enjoy many sights of the Balearics. If you stay in an Menorca apartment in Ciutadella, you can wander around the wonderful historic city centre, which has many Italian style influenced buildings, which were constructed in the 17^th century.

During your Ciutadella Menorca holidays you should visit the Cathedral of Ciutadella, which started to be built in the 13^th century. The cathedral was built on the ruins of an old mosque on behalf of King Alfonso III, who reconquered the island.

The Cathedral of Ciutadella unites different architectural styles, ranging from gothic to neo classical to medieval, and therefore is one of the most intriguing sights of Menorca. If you stay in your Menorca apartment in Ciutadella's city centre, you can be close and have a walking distance to this impressing building.

Ciutadella Menorca holidays are popular because the island is much more quieter than for example Majorca and has a lot of wonderful quiet and secluded beaches with the clearest water. A very beautiful spot with a wonderful beach is the Playa des Bots, which is north of Ciutadella de Menorca. This beach gives you the pleasure of white sand, but also nearby trees providing you with shelter if you want to lie in the shadows of the leaves. The Playa des Bots beach is however quite small, but this adds to the unique feeling of Menorca, the calmness and serenity you can enjoy during your Ciutadella Menorca holidays in an apartment.

You should also visit the Pedreres de s'Hostal, a wonderful and antique stone formation with a labyrinth in it. It used to be a stone quarry, but it was abandoned in the past. Now Lithica, a nonprofit organization, takes care of it to preserve the wonderful formation and the nature of Menorca. There is also a botanical garden, which allows you to walk around and enjoy the wonderful plant world of Menorca. The botanical garden is divided into different sections, each representing another type of flora, like a wood, a forest or aromatic plants.

In the Pedreres de s'Hostal is also the Jardi Medieval or medieval garden, which has a wonderful antique font. If you like spectacular views and sights during your Ciutadella Menorca holidays, you should absolutely see this if you plan a trip from your Menorca apartment in Ciutadella.

Another important sight of Ciutadella is the port, which was an important trading centre in the past, and still is. There you can enjoy the many boats and yachts and walk along the harbor streets in Ciutadella.

As you can see, Ciutadella Menorca holidays in Ciutadella are perfect for calm holidays with interesting discovery tours of different sights. If you plan to book your Menorca apartment already now, you can benefit from good prices and quality!

Majorca holidays in Portals Nous are a kind of insider tipp for wonderful vacation time on the Balearic Islands. Located only 10 km away from Majorca's capital Palma, Portals Nous is a town at the south coast of Majorca and a favorite destination for anyone searching for a more secluded holiday on Majorca.

Booking a Majorca hotel in Portals Nous gives you the possibility to enjoy your stay on the island calmly, but at the same time you always have the chance to visit the lively Palma! But what exactly makes Portals such a good holiday destination?

First of all, Portals Nous lies directly at the coast and has wonderful beaches. There are larger beaches as well as small and hidden ones, depending if you want to participate in fun water sports during your holidays or want to enjoy a calm and small beach and fully experience the wonderful location of Majorca.

Portal Nous is smaller than Palma, therefore more quiet and secluded, but at the same time not far away from an exciting nightlife, thanks to the close proximity to Majorca's capital Palma. Another benefit is that the Majorca airport also is not far away.

Adding to its unique feeling of quietness and calmness, Majorca holidays in Portals Nous also offer something for fans of sport, or more specifically, fans of golf: the Real Golf de Bendinat golf course is not far away from the town.

Golfing on Majorca with the wonderful location and geography of the Balearics is an unforgettable experience during your stay in a Majorca hotel, as you can improve your golfing skills and engage in your favorite sport, as well as enjoying the weather and climate of Majorca.

Address:

Real Golf de Bendinat

Campoamor s/n

Bendinat - Calvià

Majorca

If you like to practice golf during your Majorca holidays in Portals Nous, booking a Majorca hotel in this city is a good decision, thanks to the more secluded location and amazing surrounding you will not be disappointed when discovering the beach and nature of Portals Nous.

Not as famous and well-known as the bigger Ibiza, but still offering wonderful beaches and weather in the Mediterranean, the island of Formentera is a perfect holiday destination for many people. It is the smallest islands of the Balearics and is located directly next to Ibiza; which makes it a perfect opportunity for Formentera Ibiza holidays!

The most popular way to visit Formentera is to start from your hotel in Ibiza and go by ferry to the beautiful neighbor island. There are different ferries operating between the islands and if you plan a trip to Formentera, make sure to take a ferry that actually stops at the harbor La Savina, not only to the Ses Illetes beach at the island.

The prices differ according to season, time and company, but usually you can count with 6 - 20 € for a trip. Two companies offering ferry tours are Acciona Transmediterránea and Baleària. After taking a rich breakfast in your hotel in Ibiza, the 25 minutes ferry tour takes you along the different small islands of Porcs or Espalmador, a sight you sure don't want to miss, before finally arriving at this remote island.

The second you arrive on the wonderful Formentera beaches, you will truly feel like on a remote outset island, your own calm and quiet paradise. Thanks to the protection of the environment established very early on the island, Formentera not only has long beaches with the clearest water and whitest sand, but also a unique nature, part of it like the underwater plants being UNESCO World Heritage since 1999.

The quietness and excellent location also makes yoga holidays on Formentera quite popular, with Formentera yoga giving you a experience on an exotic island you don't want to miss. How about Formentera Yoga in the morning at the white sand beaches, after you started your tour from your hotel in Ibiza?

The famous Formentera beaches have a high quality, and the most popular ones are Es Cavall d'en Borras, Es Calo, Llevant and Illetes. But on this island you will always find wonderful beaches, no matter where you search. You can participate in numerous water sport activities, as well as just enjoying the calmness and the climate.

Formentera acts like a sanctuary, because it is much more quiet than on the other islands and is only accessible by ferry. This is not only perfect for a Formentera holiday itself, but especially day tours to Formentera from your hotel in Ibiza will make unforgettable Formentera Ibiza holidays. If you book one of the hotels in Ibiza now, you can be sure to find something suitable for you, so don't hesitate and plan your Formtera Ibiza holidays now!

Majorca is famous for a lot of different things, for Majorca family holidays or for its adventurous Majorca nightlife. But the location of the Balearic Islands in the sea also is perfectly suitable for a lot sports, which is the reason for surfing holidays Majorca becoming more and more popular.

With good conditions for surfing on Majorca, the island offers you a lot to see and discover. Surrounded by the sea, Majorca has a lot of places for surfing in all seasons. Usually in summer with a lot of thermal winds blowing over the island, it is an excellent opportunity to go surfing on Majorca. However, as there are a lot of people on Majorca in summer, you have to be careful and search for more secluded beaches. But winter as well offers you a perfect experience for surfing in Majorca. With the most tourists gone, you can enjoy the waves and calmer atmosphere, although you should still take care not annoying or hurting any person swimming there.

If you plan already now your surfing holidays Majorca, you can make sure to check out the most popular destinations and prepare in advance.

One of the most popular destinations for surfing holidays Majorca is the capital of the island; Palma. Palma de Majorca has wonderful beaches and a bay, which makes it possible to surf on the waves in any direction. The advantage of surfing holidays Majorca in Palma is that there are a lot of excellent Majorca hotels, usually directly at the sea so that you don't have to walk a lot to jump in the water.

To the east of Palma lies also the natural park of Es Trenc, which not only should be visited itself, but also surfing on the waves in this wonderful location will be something you are not likely to forget. Es Trenc Natural Park in Majorca offers you a beautiful sight over the sea and clear water and you should not miss this spot!

Another popular destination is Alcudia in Majorca, which is also a popular spot for holidays in general. Just as in Palma, in Alcudia are also a lot of good Majorca hotels to find, which makes it easy to book an Alcudia hotel. The Alcudia bay is immensely popular with surfers all over the world, because it offers beginners a safe place to start, but also more experienced surfers will find excitement in this location.

In general, you could spend your surfing holidays Majorca at any beach, as there are plenty of wonderful beaches there and almost everyone is suitable for surfing. However, if there are a lot of persons swimming in the water it can be difficult and dangerous to surf there, so make sure to avoid crowded places and be cautious.

But besides that, Majorca is an excellent destination for surfing, with a lot of surfing schools available. Spending your surfing holidays in Majorca can be something truly unique, so do not hesitate and book your hotel now!

On January 16^th and 17^th on Majorca and the other Balearic Islands Ibiza and Menorca, the San Antoni Festival is celebrated throughout the island. San Antonio Abad, or Saint Anthony the Great, is the patron saint of animals and also of the Balearic Islands, so of course he is celebrated there in January.

January in Majorca is a good time to spend in a cheap Majorca hotel, because with the main tourists gone and the Majorca weather much milder than in other countries, you can fully enjoy true Majorca festivals and events during your holidays.

San Antoni Abad was an Egyptian monk living around the third century. He lived as an hermit in the desert in Egypt and it is said that the devil tried to tempt him because of his ascetic life. One of these temptations or battles against the devil is said to have taken place in a cave, filled with demons who battled with San Antonio. He survived and his fight against the demons is reflected today in the Majorca traditions during this event.

During the San Antoni Festival Majorca, people dress up as devils and dance around fire, symbolizing the victory of Sant Antonio Abad over the demons in the cave. The bonfires are lit everywhere the day before Sant Anthony, on the 16^th January, and create a magical atmosphere you shouldn't miss during your Majorca holidays. Usually people traditionally also burn little devil puppets, called dimoni and wear masks. Fire is an important element for San Antoni Abad, as it acts as a remedy against the devils temptations and sins, so the bonfires are an important element during this Majorca event.

Dancing around fire and singing rather obscene and lewdly songs, but also traditional songs like the tonada de Sant Antoni, Majorca people stay up until the morning on the San Antoni Festival and enjoy a welcoming and exciting atmosphere.

So, the next day during your Majorca holidays in a hotel or apartment, you should see the beneides, or animal blessings held in many places. Saint Anthony the Great or San Antonio Abad is the patron saint of animals, like mentioned before, and on the 17^th it is not uncommon in Majorca and Ibiza to bless their animals in a church. What day could be better for that?

Majorcan people prepare dinner on the 17^th, expecting a lot of visitors on this day. The festival of San Antoni is also a perfect occasion to appreciate and enjoy the delicious Majorcan food, a cuisine known to be tasty and interesting. Dinner during this event is most times something traditional, like the espinagada, made from different vegetables found on the island and eel, a type of seafood very popular in Majorca.

You see, the San Antoni Festival Majorca is probably one of the most important festivals and events on Majorca, including Ibiza and Menorca as well, seeing that Saint Anthony is the patron saint of the Balearic Islands. If you book already now your accommodation for holidays in Majorca, like a hotel or apartment, you can be sure to take part in this festival without stress.

The San Antoni Festival Majorca is absolutely breathtaking, and also in January, the New Year's Concert in Palma de Majorca takes place. Spend Majorca holidays full of traditional events in January!

Sandy and long beaches, a wonderful location at the coast: all this is possible in Alcudia on Majorca. Enjoy the weather, beach and the exciting nightlife during your Alcudia Majorca holidays.

Alcudia lies in the northern part of Majorca and has origins that can be tracked until the 14^th century. The town is located at the bay of Pollensa and is therefore an excellent location for amazing holidays on Majorca. The church of St. Jaume and the ruins of the Roman theatre are for sure sights in Majorca you have to visit when you stay in a Majorca Alcudia Apartment.

But what Alcudia Majorca is probably most famous and known for, are the amazing beaches along the town. The biggest and most famous beach in Alcúdia Majorca is the Puerto Alcudia beach with a blue flag status, running about 10 km along the coast with white sand.

The Puerto Alcúdia beach goes over into the Playa de Muro beach, where you can enjoy a lot of water sport activities during summer and walk along the coast during winter. Like the Puerto Alcudia beach, this beach is one of the blue flag status beaches in Spain, offering you a certain quality and security.

Another wonderful beach in Alcudia Majorca is the Alcanada beach, consisting of three parts. The part which is most recommended by visitors during their Majorca vacation is the Cala Poncet, a white sand beach with the clearest water in the area. You can start the trip from your Alcudia Majorca apartment and discover the beach.

On Alcúdia there is also the Coll Baix beach, which is located in the east of Alcudia and has a pleasant mixture of pure white sand and small pebble stones. It is not very known, because it is best accessible by foot or bike, but a sight of Alcudia you should not miss!

If you love coves, you should also absolutely see the beach of Sant Joan in the north of Alcudia. This beach is very famous and popular and also a must see during your Majorca holidays in Alcudia. It is a sand beach and it is best to visit it during the week, when it is not crowded and you can enjoy undisturbed the wonderful sea and sight.

But beaches are not the only thing Alcudia Majorca holidays offers you! You can also enjoy the night in the nice and exciting bars in the town. There are bars, discos and also karaoke bars in the city, so you have plenty of possibilities according to your taste and mood at the moment.

An important Majorca Event takes also place in Alcudia in January: There is a concert on the 6^th January 2011 of the Banda Municipal de Música along with the choir of Alcudia, the Coral Ciutat d'Alcúdia. That and the fact that in the winter months most tourists are gone, make it the right time to book a Majorca Alcudia apartment and enjoy your time in the town.

Visit the northern part of the island for wonderful Alcudia Majorca holidays!

In January, shortly after the impressing Festa de L'Estendard on New Year's Eve, the Ciutat de Palma Balearic Symphony Orchestra plays its annual New Year's Concert in Palma de Majorca, capital of Majorca.

Created in 1988, the Ciutat de Palma Balearic Symphony Orchestra presents you every year a wonderful performance on the Balearic Island, providing visitors to Majorca with an unforgettable musical experience in the Auditòrium de Palma de Majorca during their Majorca vacation. Not only lovers of classical music will love this concert, also vacationers who love to spend a wonderful evening with music and culture in Palma de Majorca will be pleased.

Majorca vacation is for many people a synonym for a lot of parties and young people enjoying their vacation, but the Ciutat de Palma Balearic Symphony Orchestra proves the opposite with its annual New Year's Eve concert. Directed by Salvador Brotons, who was born and raised in Barcelona and hails from a musical family, this New Year's Eve concert will sure let you feel and hear Balearic and Catalonian influences.

If you plan already now your Majorca vacation in January, you can be sure to find a suitable apartment or hotel in Majorca. Due to the season, there won't be too much crowded places, although Majorca is wonderful during winter, too. But on the other hand, that means that you can enjoy your Balearic Island vacation in Majorca without stress and trouble. Palma de Majorca has an interesting historical background, so you can discover its history calmly and in detail.

The auditorium where the concert is held is also worth a visit, even if you do not attend the New Year's Concert in Palma! Besides Concerts there are also performances held like a tango night or theatre performances.

But nevertheless, the New Year's Concert in Palma Majorca is a must see, with the Ciutat de Palma Balearic Symphony Orchestra giving you a wonderful start in your new year. A piece of Majorca's culture is always interesting and gives you an insight to the live on the island, so people from young till old will hopefully enjoy this performance in January!

Soller, Majorca is a small town in the north east of Majorca. Thanks to its location directly next to the mountains, it makes a perfect destination for your Majorca vacation!

The city of Soller has also a port, the Port de Soller, which is located about 3 km from the city at the coast. The population of Soler is around 13000 inhabitants, so this is more a calm city, but nevertheless beautiful for your Majorca vacation!

Throughout the whole city there are wonderful olive trees and citrus trees (they are the main agriculture products in Sóller), which makes an impressing view and perfect backgrounds for a lot of pictures. If you choose to book a Soller Majorca hotel you can be sure to spend unique holidays in Spain and enjoy the nature of Majorca (and the weather in Soller of course, too).

So, what to see and to do in Sóller Majorca besides wonderful weather? Well, if you are on your Majorca vacation in this place, you should absolutely see the Placa Constitucio, which is in the city centre with a beautiful fountain. Maybe you can look for a Soller Hotel that is near to the Placa Constitucio, so that you can enjoy a beautiful view over the place! The city itself also has an interesting architecture which you can see if you simply walk along the streets.

A must to visit if you spend your holidays in Soller Majorca is the botanical garden of Soller! There are 942 different plants from Majorca, Canary Islands and other Mediterranean islands.

It is a pleasure to walk in the Soller Botanic garden and enjoy the flora. The Soller Botanic garden also hosts workshops and courses in different categories, so check the official website often to keep updated!

But what might be of great interested for couples is the possibility to have your wedding in the Soller Botanic Garden!

What a romantic idea, enjoying the colorful and beautiful plants, benefit from the nice Soller weather and celebrating your wedding on an island!

So do not hesitate and book your accommodation in Sóller Majorca soon!

Often overlooked by many in favor of her big sister Majorca, the beautiful Menorca, one of the Balearic Islands, has a lot offer. Therefore Menorca holidays could be perfect for you!

Compared to the bigger Majorca, Menorca is regarded more wild and natural. Due to this, Menorca holidays are quite popular for those who want to avoid full tourist destinations and like to explore the wild nature of Menorca. Especially families should be welcoming a nice Menorca hotel.

The largest city in Menorca is Mahón, or Maó or Mô, which is also famous for a local traditional dish, the Mahón cheese. This aromatic cheese is made from cow's milk and should be eaten if you pay a visit to this island (with olive oil and black pepper if you want to do it right)! After all, it's part of the Menorca culture, and also in Menorca hotels during dinner you should find it easily. If not, you should buy it at the local shops to get the most unique taste experience.

But regarding culture, this is not the only thing Menorca offers! Besides wonderful Menorca beaches, there are a lot of stone monuments like navetes, taules and talaiots, which date back to the Bronze Age. An absolutely stunning and impressing proof that Menorca is a rich fund for anyone interest in culture and history spending their Menorca holidays on this Island. It is further said that the Minoan culture had an influence on Menorca history as well, so if do not want to visit Crete, spend your vacation here as a compromise.

One of the famous Menorca beaches is at Son Bou, where the ruins of an old Basilica can be found. So during your Menorca holidays and if you have family with you, spend a wonderful day at the famous Menorca beaches and enjoy the wonderful Menorca weather! Menorca hotels in Son Bou are a good location if you want to be close to the beach.

What makes Menorca also a perfect family holiday destination (especially for younger girls) is that riding and horses are very popular on this Island! The own Menorca horse race is black and accustomed to the wild island. So during your vacation, you should try in Menorca horse riding along the wonderful coast and rough nature! As a group or romantic just with two, I'm sure you will enjoy this, especially with the nice Menorca weather or at sunset.

Menorca horse riding is also a perfect an unique way to explore the vast nature on this island. The complete island is namely a UNESCO and European Biological Reserve, with about 75% of Menorca as protected areas! This offers the local plants and animals to stay protected from external (human) influences, and you can watch and admire this original beauty.

You see, there is a lot to see and to do on this island, so spend here the perfect family holidays in Spain if you want to enjoy the beautiful Menorca beaches and nature!

Do you prefer a place for your vacation that is quiet and not so full? Then I suggest you to spend your Ibiza holidays in San Jose. San Jose is the biggest city in the municipality with the same name.

To find cheap Ibiza accommodation is easy, so let's focus on what San Jose offers. Compared to other towns on Ibiza, like Ibiza town and Santa Eularia, San Jose is small and calm. This is perfect for Ibiza vacationers who prefer quiet and relaxing Ibiza holidays. You won't have crowded places with a lot of sound. And although in San Jose is like the other cities on Ibiza, it still has a lot to see!

You can see the church which was completed in the 17th century (although started in the 15th century), a small art gallery and a pottery shop (which becomes a small bar during winter with a lovely atmosphere). That makes San Jose also suitable for winter holidays on Ibiza!

There are also a lot of shops in San Jose, so you don't have to worry about that. You can buy different things, but I advise to buy the local grown food! It is really delicious and you have the chance to experience the way of San Jose people.

There are also restaurants serving traditional dishes that are small and offer a welcoming atmosphere too, like the Can Manyanet, the Fashion Café, the Bar Bernat Vinya or the El Destino. If you want to eat at the Can Berri Vell, you have a beautiful sight over San Agosti, which is not very far away from San Jose.

San Jose, Ibiza is located on the top of a hill, so you have a good view over the the island and also over the sea. What many people love about the city is that it has its own charm, its own kind of atmosphere that is somehow aboriginal and original compared to the bigger tourist cities. Life is quite and calm there, and if you like to get to know San Joses own style, take this into consideration for your next Ibiza holiday!

Just walking around the beautiful city and admiring the nature will give you a lot of pleasue. Because San Jose is so small and charming, Couples would spend a wonderful time here together, as there are many roads and places in and around the city to explore, so you can book an Ibiza Hotel in San Jose and enjoy your stay!

On the eastern coast of Majorca, between Cala Millor and Cala Bona, lies the town Sa Coma. The Sa Coma Resort Majorca was built on purpose, and it is known to provide families with an exceptional care for children. And because of this reason, Sa Coma Resort in Majorca is a popular destination for family holidays in Spain!

Sa Coma Majorca was constructed mainly to provide the increasing tourist vacationers with accommodation, but there are also regulations for building new hotels and apartments. The reason behind this is to protect the nature and care for special regions.

For people who want to spend their family holidays in Spain or specifically Majorca, this means that there is also a lot to see and possibilities to walk around the beautiful nature. So don't let Sa Coma Majorca's status as constructed city worry you! There are a lot of modern Majorca hotels and apartments in Sa Coma as well as nature!

As mentioned before, Sa Coma is very family orientated, which makes it different from other famous cities in Majorca. Sa Coma Resort is also calmer and more relaxing than more active cities like Palma or Magaluf. But people who want to enjoy an active nightlife can always visit Cala Millor, which is not too far away.

But let's focus on family activities on Majorca: There are quite a few restaurants and shops were you can enjoy the local cuisine, as well as international dishes for vacationers who want to eat something from their home country.

 
The most famous sight in Sa Coma Majorca is the beach, which is a blue flag beach in Majorca and is therefore perfect for a family vacation at the beach. Besides sunbathing at the beach of Sa Coma, you can also try a lot of water sport activities. More sport activities include golf, tennis, bowling, horse-riding and bicycling. The golf resort Golf Paradis is actually very popular because it has a beautiful surrounding with water fountains and a lot of trees!

If you enjoy exploring the nature I strongly suggest you to visit the protected area Punta de N'Amer. This natural reserve is huge and not far away from Sa Coma Resort Majorca, so prepare yourself with enough food and water and enjoy the unique nature! If you want, you can also book a tour on a horse to visit Punta de N'Amer. On the top of a hill is the Castell de N'Amer, with an impressing antique watchtower that is a must to see.

Another popular family holiday destination is a safari park near Sa Coma. The safari park Auto Safari Zoo charges an entrance for 10€ for adults and 7€ for children and offers a lot of exotic animals to see and observe.

Take your chance and book your hotel in Sa Coma, Majorca if you want to enjoy family holidays in Spain without stress!

The Natural Park Ses Salines Ibiza is a place you should visit during your next holiday in your Ibiza accommodation! It gives you the possibility to enjoy a wonderful landscape with an abundance of plants and animals that live in the natural reserve.

Ses Salines Ibiza is one of the two natural parks that Ibiza has and should be visited at least once during your Ibiza holiday. The Ses Salines Ibiza is located in the southern part of Ibiza and north of Formentera. It is really huge and not only includes land, but also part of the sea. Actually, the water part of the Ses Salines Ibiza is the biggest part.

I'm sure you don't want to miss the chance to visit an UNESCO world heritage item if you are on your Ibiza vacation. The Ses Salines natural reserve Ibiza is home to many rare and seldom animals that are breeding along the coast. There are also many typical trees and flowers in the natural reserve. Because of this, you cannot walk freely around the park. To avoid the danger of irritating and scaring animals or even accidently destroying plants, you should follow the marked ways and not trespass on other parts!

 
But if you make sure to bear this in mind, you can sure spend a wonderful time on your Ibiza holiday! Natural parks are a welcoming way to experience the nature and if you are sitting in your Ibiza accommodation and wondering what to do next, I suggest you to visit the park. But of course offers Ibiza other different activities you can pursue during your holiday.

Nevertheless, in case you want to see the Natural Park Ses Salines in Ibiza, please be respectful to the nature and obey to the rules of the park. Do not leave any trash behind you and do not make any kind of fire that could endanger the animals. Besides that you should of course enjoy the park and take a lot of photos to save the moment!

Besides the coastline with its beautiful beaches I mentioned earlier, Majorca possesses also a spectacular inside that is often overlooked. So if you want to see something different for a change, pack your hiking boots in your bag and search a Majorca hotel, because this is really a perfect way to enjoy the beautiful nature!

The Puig de Massanella is one of the highest points in Majorca, second only to the Puig Major which is a military zone and therefore not open for public. That makes the Puig de Massanella in Majorca actually the highest peak you can access. It has an height of 4,475 ft or 1,364 m.

Puig de Massanella is situated in the Serra de Tramuntana, a mountain range that covers the north-western part of Majorca. In this part of Majorca it is of course cooler and there is more condensation than in other parts of the island. You can even have some snow in the winter period! If you are a person who misses making snowmen then plan your trip to Majorca.

An interest fact as a sidenote; before the invention of refrigerators, Majorcan people used to collect snow from the mountain to cool and preserve their food and drinks and to use it as potable water.

If you are staying in your Majorca hotel and plan your hiking tour to the Puig de Massanella, I advise you to consider a guided tour with a person who has a lot of experience and knows the area well. This way you are not likely to get lost and can get the most of it. The guide can show you the best views of Majorca and you can be sure to be in good hands. Don't forget your camera to take amazing photos!

Besides the camera of course, it is recommend to bring enough food, especially enough to drink! These guided tours usually take a time, most times a few hours including breaks and hiking can be strenuous.

What many people unfortunately often forget and as a result suffer from sunburn is to bring enough sunscreen. Even if you don't burn easily in the sun! The mountains are of course nearer to the sun and therefore the sun shines much more intensely. And if there is snow, which is common during the winter as I mentioned before, the sun is reflected and the intensity rises again.

So prepare the tour carefully! Doing that, you can enjoy your vacation on Majorca as much as possible and with the least possible stress. After such a tiring experience you could go and take a walk along the beautiful Majorca beaches to have a nice picnic or go to one of the outstanding Majorca restaurants.

I am sure you already have heard of the amazing Majorca cuisine and the great variety of dishes it offers, in case you have not, don't hesitate to try it out!

As you can see, Majorca offers activities and sights for every kind of taste. The wonderful island has something to offer for people who are more adventurous as well as more relaxed people.

If you really want to see a different face of Majorca's beauty, you should go on a hiking tour to the Puig de Massanella. It offers you a breathtaking view all over the island and the sea.

The next time you are in your Ibiza hotel and want to see a piece of Ibiza culture and identity, watch out for the egg of Columbus. Not only because the 12^th October is near, also after this Spanish National Holiday you can visit the egg.

Located in the boulevard El Paseo de Ses Fonts in the exciting San Antoni de Portmany, Ibiza, is a huge statue of an enormous egg. The egg of Columbus or El Huevo de Colón, refers to an amusing anectore you maybe already have heard of. For those of you who haven't, let me summarize it for you:

After Christoper Columbus discovered the continent of America for the Europeans in 1492 (although it was known before), he teased by various noblemen at a dinner. They basically said that everyone could have discovered the continent if they had the same equipment and ship's complement. Columbus, not wanting to leave it at that, challenged his mockers by asking them to make an egg stand on its tip.

No one accomplished the task of course, because how are you supposed to make an egg stand on its tip?  After everyone failed, Columbus just pressed the egg on the table, breaking the tip in the process and as a result; the egg stood on its own tip. The moral of the story is that it is easier to reproduce something when the people know how to do that than discovering something new without any help or knowing the answer in advance.

The European discovery of America by means of Columbus is celebrated in Spain on October 12^th, the National Day of Spain or Fiesta Nacional de España. This is a perfect occasion to plan your  vacation in an Ibiza acommodation and celebrate this event and visit the famous egg!

But why is this egg in Ibiza and not in other famous cities in Spain? Sure, there may be other statues in honor of Columbus in Spain. But the reason why the egg of Columbus in Ibiza is something you shouldn't miss is that the people of Ibiza claim the island was the birthplace of the famous discoverer!

Although the majority of scientists and historians claim that Columbus was born in Genoa, Italy, there are a lot of other theories about his origins. One of the most popular theories is that Columbus has Catalan origins. Based on researches and studies of his language and writings, advocates of the Catalan origin theory think that his mother tongue was Catalan.

Studies show that he wrote and spoke in a Catalan style, making mistakes and using words that were typical for Catalan native speakers (similar to the "false friends" every language has for foreign languages). Furthermore, analysis of his age and education confront the Italian theory and favor the Catalan theory.

Nevertheless of his actual origin, the egg of Columbus in Ibiza should be visited if you plan to enjoy Ibiza vacation! The best time for that is of course the National Day of Spain (also called Dia de la Hispanidad) on October 12^th, but also on other times the egg is worth a visit.

So plan your Ibiza holiday in advance to find the best hotels in San Antoni de Portmany. After the visit you have always time to shop in the many stores on the boulevard El Paseo de Ses Fonts offers and then return to rest in your apartment or hotel in Ibiza. Or you visit the amazing restaurants in San Antoni de Portmany.

During October 12^th you can also participate in the celebrations for the Dia de la Hispanidad! The city is also called San Antonio Abad in Spanish and is located on the beautiful western coast of Ibiza. This makes it a perfect location to spend your holiday, so book your Ibiza hotel early enough, as always!

Majorca, one of the Balearic island group, is Spain's largest island and has been an extremely popular tourist destination for over half a century. Its capital is Palma, with its amazing fourteenth century Gothic cathedral watching imperiously over the city. But it is the island's abundance of sandy beaches that make it such a popular tourist destination just Discover Majorca's Best Beaches!

The resorts on the south of the island are a great favourite with younger tourists. To the west of Palma is Cala Mayor, a 200 metre natural sandy beach fringed by palm trees; while east of the capital and barely a stone's throw from the airport, is Palma's largest beach, Platja, or Playa de Palma. This is a 6 kilometre stretch of sandy beach, with a parade of bars, restaurants and tourist shops along the promenade. Because traffic is not allowed near the sea-front, the clear, unpolluted atmosphere makes this an extremely popular and pleasant spot. And if you are planning holidays in Majorca, and Discover Majorca's Best Beaches, I recommend you to book Majorca accommodation in advance, to find good offers for Majorca apartments or hotels.

Playa de Palma nestles between El Arenal and C'an Pastilla and a mini train links the three resorts together. By night the area teams with young singles out to make merry and dance the night away in the various clubs abounding the area.

If a more sedate and relaxing holiday is your aim, then Puerto Pollensa, on the opposite side of the island, will probably suit you better. Being the farthest resort from the airport means you won't be constantly disturbed by low flying aircraft. A few kilometres inland from the port area lies the old Roman town of Pollensa, but the hotels and resorts tend to cluster around the port, whose bay comprises of several beaches, some natural, some man-made.

The impressive Sierra de Tramuntana range of mountains towers over the area like a watchful sentinel. From here numerous mountain walks afford a welcome respite from the heat of the beach and breathtaking views out over the bay. This is a popular area for families wanting something more than sun, sand and clubs. However, for the occasional treat, the nearby resort of Alcudia offers fine, sandy beaches, clear, shallow waters and a wide variety of watersports and other beach facilities.

With over twenty beaches and resort areas all around Majorca there is certainly something to suit every taste and every budget. From the unspoilt rugged west coast with its gravel beaches and stunning mountain walks to the upmarket man-made sandy beaches of the east coast's Cala d'Or in Santanyi, Majorca prides itself in catering for every tourist taste.

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After my article about families' favorite destination in Majorca, I realized that some of you might also wonder where to go in Ibiza. It is true that Ibiza is well known for its amazing beaches and it really seems like a perfect destination for your holidays. You began to search for an Ibiza hotel or an Ibiza apartment but the only problem is: where to go exactly in Ibiza? If you are searching for romantic holidays during the pre or post season, or some fun with your friends during the busy summer months, I would recommend you San Antonio, a resort located at only 20 min drive from Ibiza Town. 

  Indeed, San Antonio attracts different people from all generations depending on the season of the year. During the pre or post season (May, June, September, October) the resort will be nice and peaceful and you will be able to enjoy the promenade, the water and the beaches of the bay. However, during the summer months (July and August), the city will be busier, with a great nightlife and young people coming from all around the world. It's just up to you to choose what suits you the best.

Another reason to go to San Antonio is that you can't miss the San Antonio bay. It is famous for being the most beautiful bay in the Mediterranean. From this point you will have amazing views of the Islands but also of the sunset!

Are you still searching for a nice and sunny destination for you summer holidays? If you answer yes to this question, then you have to book a Pollensa hotel or an apartment Pollensa as soon as possible!

Pollensa is located in the north of Majorca, one hour away from Palma. The town was built in the 13th century a few kilometers away from the sea to prevent pirates from attacking suddenly. That's how Pollensa avoided the total destruction. However, today you can't really see a lot left from the Pollensa medieval and most of the constructions are from the 18th century, but the little town still has a great charm.

You will enjoy taking a walk in the alley of Polensa and visiting the numerous art galleries. In the middle of all these tiny streets, you will find Plaça Major, the main square where you can relax and have a coffee. Don't miss the Via Crucis, an amazing and long stone stairway which leads to the Puig de Calvari, the pride of the city. Of course, you can then relax on the closest beaches: Cala Figuera, Cala Murta or Cala Formentor.

To sum it all, this destination will be perfect for you if you want to relax in the beautiful island of Mallorca!

If you want to plan holidays to Majorca but you don't know exactly where to go  on the island, I would advice families to choose the resort of Calas de Mallorca. Located on the east coast at 44 miles from Palma, Calas de Mallorca has all the amenities you could need to spend amazing holidays with all your family. To have the guarantee that each and every member of the family will have a good time, don't hesitate and book a Calas de Mallorca hotel or a Calas de Mallorca apartment.

The resort is known to be ideal for families with small children since it has two safe play areas but it is also a good place for teenagers since Calas de Mallorca is very lively and has a club in town. For the parents, you will obviously enjoy the beach at Cala Domingos Gran and its spectacular views. Indeed, this beach is considered as one of the nicest of the island.

One of the other advantages of going on holidays at Calas de Mallorca is that it will also be easy to visit other resorts on the east coast since Calas de Mallorca is not isolated, and you can find activities to do around such as golf or water sports.

Calas de Mallorca will allow you to relax and enjoy activities with all your children : all you need during holidays!

Spending your holidays at the sea does not only mean to rest on the beach. There ist much more to do. For instance by exploring the landscape from the sea or the under water world and its sea dwellers.

Mallorca visitors have numerous possibilities to use such journeys around the beautiful island. From your Mallorca apartment or your Mallorca hotel you will be able to explore several destinations on and around the island by boat. Discover lonely beaches and hidden bays. Also, with a glass-bottom boat you can even explore sea dwellers.

An example for such a boat trip is a trip to Sa Dragonera - dragon island. Only 700m from the Mallorca south end, the island can be reached within 20 minutes. There, you can explore the (protected) nature, as well as three lighthouses up on the hills.

those of you looking for something special, should not miss a trip with the submarine "Nemo". If you are interested, you should proceed to the Nemo Magaluf. After being informed about the technical backgrounds of the submarine, your sub is ready to start. While exploring the depths of the Mediterranean Sea you will be able to explore the flora and fauna. This trip takes approx. 45 minutes and ends with the awarding of a certificate.

Interested in more boat trips? Here is are some options:

Bahía de Palma

• From Palma right around the bay
• From Palma to Portals Vells and Cala Figuera
• From Palma to Sant Elm or Camp de Mar

Northern coast

• From Port 'Alcúdia through the bay
• From Port de Pollença through the bay

Ostküste

• From Cala Ratjada to Canyamel
• From Cala Millor to Porto Cristo (dragon caves)
• From Cala d'Or to Cala Llombards

The American TV series "LOST" has more in common with Tenerife than you would think. Used as a setting in one of the former broadcasts, it is also place of birth of one of the "LOST" actors.

"LOST" has become a TV series with a cult status not only in the United States but also in Europe and around the globe. It is noteworthy that Tenerife has been chosen to be a setting in one of the former episodes. With 10.5 million viewers in the US, even the vice president of the "Cabildo Insular de Turismo", José Manuel Bermúde took notice of the turning operations and invited the producers to Tenerifa.

There, they can spend their holidays in Tenerife lodging in one of the fabolous hotels in Tenerife. Also, one of the characters was born on the island. Richard Alpert is one of "the others" in "LOST". Therefore, Bermúdez is keen on keeping Tenerife part of one of the most popular TV series in history.

"LOST" deals with the survivors of a plane crash that strand on an lonely island. Later, through mysterious events this island seems to be more than unusual. The tension is kept through new secrets and new disclosures. All the characters, for example, have a connection to each other and especially to the island. "LOST" is a worldwide success that is worth watching. 

If you are spending your Majorca holiday right now or you just planning to book a family Majorca hotel in the East of the island you should consider visit the Safari Zoo on Mallorca. It is not only an unforgettable experience for children but also for everyone. For example you can do a day trip to this park which is an animal zoo as well as an adventure park.
If you are already saying in the East of Majorca you can easily reach it by bus. It is going from 3 cities - S´Llot, Sa Coma and Cla Millor. The price for the ticket is already included in the entrance price. Shouldn´t you have your accommodation near one of this places you could rent a car. So it is no problem at all to reach the park. In the Safari Zoo you can observe exotic animals in their natural behavior or just enjoy the extraordinarily landscape which looks like the savannah. This all you can see relaxed in one of the buse or train tours that are taking approximately 1 hour. In this way you get the chance to see gnus, zebras as well as ostriches. Furthermore, experience the closeness of hippos, giraffes, rhinos. After this exciting trip you can visit the conterminous zoo where you can see further 2100 animals like tigers, monkey and so on. Or visit the famous show of predators.
You see there is lot of activities in this park. Take your whole family and enjoy an exciting day trip which you won´t forget for long. It is definitely worth the money.
It is open every day from 9 am to 5 p m in winter and 6.30 p m in summer.

Everybody who thinks about Ibiza thinks about party and mass tourism. But this is only a short part of what is standing for Ibiza. On this Balearic Island you can also enjoy the nature and a lot of sightseeing. If you plan a Ibiza holiday you should definitely visit Ibiza Town. It is the capital of Ibiza and Formentera. If you are looking for Ibiza Hotels you should choose one in the southeast of the island where the city is located.
In the city you will find a huge Catalan influence which explains why the city is called Eivissa - the Catalan name of it. Probably the was built by the Phoenicians in 700 B C. During its history the city was conquered by several nations - the Romans, Vandals and Moors. Finally in 1256 the Catalans captures Ibiza Town and stayed.
Through the different influences of the nations you can discover a lot of interesting historical buildings and things. This is why in 1999 the city was declared as world cultural heritage.
The most significant thing is the defense wall which was built by the Moors. But you should also visit the old city (Dalt Vila), the Puig des Molins and the castle. Also the cathedral has survived the decades.
In this city you can experience the different cultures really close. Furthermore, one third of the inhabitants of the island are living here. Therefore this is a happening place during the whole year.
So Ibiza Town is the perfect place if you want to combine nature, culture and party.

Majorca is an island with several different faces. If you should plan to spend your holiday in one of the Majorca hotels but you want to do other things than party, you should definitely visit Manacor. This small town is indeed the second biggest on the island but is still 10 times smaller than Palma. But there you can discover several exciting things during your Majorca holiday.

Travel to the East of the Balearic Island where Manacor is located. This city that doesn´t have mass tourism yet, was already built 2000 B C. This is documented by excavations. During the history Manacor played an important role. In 1300, Jaume II granted Manacor a statue of municipality and a native Manacor was an outstanding character in medieval social conflicts.
In the past the inhabitants made their living mainly by agriculture and farming. In the 19th century this changed because of the increasing industrialization. From this day on windmills and liquor distillery dominated the landscape. Today the factory of artificial pearls is an important factor as well as construction.

If you spend some time in Manacor you can visit the pearls factory which is located a little bit outside the city. The pearls are made out of fish scales and look like real ones. You can buy some on the conterminous shop and bring them home as souvenirs. But not only industry is really important to the people but also the religion. In 1236 the first parish churched was built and 1576 the convent Sant Vicenc Ferrer was founded.
Furthermore, a windmill from the 19th century and 2 other churches are remained and are worth to visit them. What you definitely should visit is the flowstone cave. Here you can find one of the biggest subterraneous lakes of the world where you can experience a classic concert every day.

You see in Manacor you can do a lot of different things and enjoy your holidays. But don´t forget to make a break and enjoy the Spanish way of life with the typical cuisine of the region.

In the southeast of Ibiza there is the municipality of San José. The town Sant Josep de sa Talaia was named after the mountain located nearby. This region accommodates the island's most beaches and coves and covers a coastline of nearly 50 miles. Cala Comte, Cala Bassa and Cala Vedella are the three most beautiful coves, they even were rewarded with blue flags.

Escape from the larger tourist resorts to these hidden coves of clear and turquoise blue waters. Some of the larger beaches are surrounded by pine forests. Pine forrests are abundant on Ibiza and its smaller neighbour Formentera. This is why they are popularly nicknamed „Las Pitiusas". You can easily find beautiful Ibiza apartments and Ibiza hotels close to these beaches.

Besides beautiful beaches and impressive natural parks San José also has a great historical heritage. You can visit the Punic-Roman rural settlement of Ses Païses near Cala d'Hort and another historical attraction is the Phoenician village in Sa Caleta. There are also two famous watchtowers, the Torre de ses Portes and the Torre de Comte, both built during the 17th and 18th centuries by locals to prevent invasions from the sea. Furthermore there are some marvelous churches in this region. Something you really shouldn't miss while vacationing in this region is the Cova Santa, a 25 meters deep natural cave with many stalctites and stalagmites.

In the town of Sant Josep you can also enjoy all sorts of sports and the town hall organizes many cultural and traditional activities and events throughout the year. If you want to come and enjoy the southeast coast of Ibiza you can either choose to stay in the cultural center and take an Ibiza holiday accommodation in San José or the neighbouring town of San Augustin or choose to spend most time along the coast visiting the many beaches and staying in an Ibiza hotel or Ibiza apartment in for example Cala Tarida or in Cala Vadella.

In 1983 Palma de Mallorca became the capital of the newly established Balearic Islands autonomous community. It is the cosmopolitan hub of over 300.000 people. The new self-confidence is plain to see in the city center, a vibrant urbane place that is akin to the big cities of the Spanish mainland-and a world away from the heaving tourist enclaves of the surrounding bay. There's still a long way to go, but the center now presents a splendid ensemble of lively shopping areas, mazy lanes and refurbished old buildings, all enclosed by what remains of the old city walls and their replacements boulevards.

You will not regret visiting this island of Mallorca, and especially its capital, Mallorca where the magnificent cathedral designed by Antoni Gaudi can be found. The building is essentially gothic, with massive exterior buttresses.
You should also visit the museu de Mallorca, occupying one of the many 15th or 16th patrician mansions, and some exceptionally fine medieval religious paintings. The Basilica de Sant Francesc is the finest among the city's host of worthy medieval churches, and don't miss also the Santa Eulalia, the first church to be built after Jaume's arrival. Close by, the ajuntament is a debonair example of the late-Renaissance style, with a grand and self-assured foyer.
To eat, you have inexpensive cafés and tapas bars distributed around the city center. Xou can also find several Mallorca hotels and Mallorca apartments in central and popular areas of Palma.

Palma is a perfect destination for holidays; the city remains beautiful and impressive, with the grand bulk of the cathedral towering above the old town and the remnants of the medieval walls. In high season, finding an accommodation in Palma de Mallorca is not easy. So you should plan your trip in advance and book your Mallorca holiday home early.

There is a quality found on the Balearic Island of Menorca that comes from the fact that it is the smaller gem of land of the Spanish islands in the Mediterranean Sea. While boasting the same number of wonderful beaches as its larger neighbours, Mallorca and Ibiza combined, it has largely been spared the growth and development that occurs in places of such beauty. You can experience that beauty by visiting the island and live in a nice Menorca Hotel or Menorca apartment.

As is the case with most islands of the Mediterranean, there is a sense of historical significance that seeps from the earth. A collection of Megalith stone monuments marks the evidence of a prehistoric, human influence and throughout the centuries, various civilizations have laid claim to the beautiful island.

People from the ancient Isle of Crete are thought to have influenced the early inhabitants of Menorca and the Romans and Iberians warred with pirates who pillaged along the trade routes of the warm sea. In the 16th century, Turkish warships decimated the cities of Mao and Ciutadella.

The British eventually laid claim to the island in 1708 during the War of Spanish Succession and for a turbulent century, the King of England counted Menorca as part of the empire. British influence can still be found in the architecture and in the local love of gin.

The modern culture on the island carries a traditional quaintness. The people are extremely hospitable and they have a passion for summer fiestas. Several Menorca accommodations invite visitors for a stay. Locally bred black horses and their riders often parade through town during these events and provide visitors with a unique view of tradition that goes back centuries. Music festivals also abound and visitors are treated to international opera week in Mao and the Summer Music Festival and the Capella Davidica Concerts in Ciutadella.

The island also offers numerous museums of cultural significance, notably the Museo de Menorca and the Museo Hernandez-Sanz in Mao and the Museo de la Natura in Ferreries.

Of course, the natural beauty of the island is one of its greatest attractions. There are countless beaches to enjoy and the snorkeling and scuba diving are considered by many to be some of the best in the Mediterranean Sea. Along the beach you can find numerous Menorca hotels which guarantee you a great closeness to the sea.

Menorca truly is the Pearl of the Balearic Islands with something to offer everyone. One of its greatest traits, however, is the relaxed atmosphere that can only be found in island living! To spend a Menorca holiday there is definitely worth it.

Santa Eulalia is a beautiful, calm and well-groomed bathing resort in Ibiza. The city welcomes its guests with a beautiful, miles long promenade, which is arranged with palms, lanterns and flowers and leads to the exclusive yachting port. Many sun places invite the guests to stay. In that area you can find a lot of nice Ibiza hotels and Ibiza apartments.
In the opposite direction you arrive at the delta of the old river. Many beautiful Ibiza beach hotels in Santa Eulalia offer a exceptional service which provides you with the ultimate holiday experience.

The city centre of Santa Eulalia offers many beautiful cafés and restaurants. On the hill "Puig de Missa" you can find a beautiful medieval church. You should absolutely visit the church during your beach holiday in Ibiza.
Outside of the city lies the fantastic golf course "Roca Llisa", which invites to a golf match under the sun of Spain.

In close proximity there are 17 beaches. Among them is the beach "Cala Llenya". A 200 m long sand beach, with a calm ambience and a wide range of sport activities. The beach "Niu Blau" is approx. 100 m long. A torrent flows at "Niu Blau" in the sea and provides a spectacular landscape. The 4- stars Ibiza beach hotel "Grupotel Santa Eulalia" is situated near this beach, directly by the sea. It offers comfortable rooms and suites.

The diving areas in the Balearic Island Menorca are some of the most beautiful in the Mediterranean Sea. There are numerous underwater- caves, tunnels, wrecks and beautiful shoals.

Besides numerous shoals you can also find larger fishes among barracudas, jewfishes, conger eels and different kinds of breams. Scorpionfishes, crawfishes and moray eels are also native in the Mediterranean Sea. Crabs also find ideal terms to live in the cliffy landscape.

For divers a special highlight is the flowstone cave "Pont d'en Gil". This cave is also suitable for amateur diver. The depth to the cave entry is 7 m. In the cave you have a lot of opportunities to emerge and explore the fantastic flowstones. A small beach is located inside the cave. If you plan on spending your holiday in Menorca you should absolutely visit this highlight! Numerous comfortable Menorca hotels and apartments in Menorca are within a convenient proximity.

In Menorca you have the opportunity to dive on 365 days a year. There are numerous diving areas with competent diving teachers and suitable equipment.

Book a comfortable Menorca accommodation and explore the fantastic underwater world.

Majorca is a very chameleonic island. You should not only spend your Majorca holiday on the beach! Venture a trip with your car rental and enjoy the fantastic landscape of the Balearic Island!


Mallorca offers numerous renting cities, e.g. Palma, Alcudia, Arenal, Cala Dor, Cala Millor, Cala Ratjada, Paguera, etc. Numerous car rental agencies e.g. Hertz, Sixt, Europcar etc., provide a suitable car rental for a memorable holiday in Majorca.



When you rent a car you should absolutely pay attention. The cheapest car is not always the best choice! You should take a look to the conditions of the car rental agency. A good automobile- insurance is necessary!


Stay in a great Majorca accommodation, e.g. the Majorca hotel "Alcudia Garden". The 3- stars aparthotel is located close to the historical old town of Alcudia. A number of shops and a golf course are situated near the hotel. From this hotel in Majorca you can excellently start your car rental trip. You have the choice between numerous car rentals, from compact cars over sportive cabriolets to family- friendly station wagons.

Ibiza is well-known as a party- and beach destination. I already wrote about the nightlife in Ibiza, now I would like to talk about the fantastic beaches. The Balearic Island Ibiza is a great destination for a relaxed Ibiza beach holiday.

Beaches in the South

Playa d'en Bossa: This beach is located directly in the holiday resort Playa d'en Bossa and offers a wide range of activities. A windsurf- and diving school as well as a catamaran- and paddleboat rental is situated at the beach. The beach is approximately 2 km long and 20 - 30 m broad. Sun loungers and sunshades can be rented; furthermore there are numerous restaurants and bars near the beach. The beach is gently sloping into the sea and is suitable for a Ibiza family vacation. Beautiful Ibiza hotels, e.g. the "Fiesta Club Palm" beach hotel in Ibiza, are directly located besides the beautiful, fine sand beach and offer a great family vacation.

Talamanca: The Talamanca beach is 900 m long and 25 m broad. Sun loungers and sunshades can be rented. A wide choice of great restaurants and bars are located near the beach. You will find lockers and showers directly besides the fantastic beach. Numerous Ibiza Hotels offer a great view of Ibiza Town.

Beaches in the East

Santa Eulalia: The beach in Santa Eulalia is 300 m long and 20 m broad. The water is absolutely clean and the beach is ideal for children who like to go swimming or wish to play in the sand of this gently sloping beach. Showers, bars and restaurants are located directly besides the beach. The "Grupotel" Santa Eulalia Hotel in Ibiza is a great accommodation for families and sunbathers. This Ibiza hotel lies directly besides the sea with numerous shopping possibilities.

You'd like to spend your Ibiza vacation at one of the fantastic beaches in Ibiza? Well then, plan on booking a great accommodation in Ibiza and enjoy one of the numerous beaches!

"Cami de Cavalls" is a medieval coastal- and country path around Menorca, created in the 14th century. The main function was the defence and the control of the Balearic island. On foot, horseback or bike, this ancient coastal trail offers the chance to come into contact with one of the island's most important allures: its nature. "Cami de Cavalls" is considered historic heritage and an asset of cultural and environmental interest. This great path can be visited from any Menorca accommodation.

The path is a total of 180 km long and offers beautiful impressions. Solitary bays and beaches, stone pines and oak trees, idyllic villages expect the Menorca holiday- maker. "Cami de Cevalls" can be reached without problems from any Menorca hotel or Menorca apartment. If you are interested in Spain, I can recommend to you the Spain holiday blog!

The island Formentera is located approximately 20 km south of Ibiza. Its land area is approximately 90 km². Formentera is the smallest and southernmost island of the Pityuses. The island is relatively flat, the highest point amount just 190 meters. Formentera kept much of its original charm. There are many beautiful Formentera apartments and Formentera hotels for those seeking quiet.

There's no airport on Formentera. Guests who spend their holiday in Formentera, fly to Ibiza and take the ferry. The passage with the ferry lasts approximately 30 - 45 min.

Usually you can explore the island by bicycle or by scooter. Most guests come from Germany or Italy. The main holiday place on the island is Es Pujols. The largest holiday place of the island is visited predominantly in the summer. It is because of the sustained bay with a flatsloping sand beach. A beautiful promenade, lined with palms, leads along the fantastic beach. You can find numerous bars and restaurants in Es Pujols. The 3 - stars Formentera hotel "Castavi" is situated just 300 m away from the beautiful sand beach and provides you with tastefully decorated studios. You can reach the city center in just 250 m.

San Francisco Javier is the island's capital and centre of administration. Numerous shops, pharmacies etc. are located in the city. On the market place you can find the city hall of the island and a military church from the 18th Century.

You will find further information about the island on the web site of the Balearic Islands Travel guide.

Majorca is renowned for its many caves and coves. One of Majorca's top tourism sights are the Dragon Caves in Porto Cristo. The Dragon Caves have one of the largest underground lakes in the world the "Martel Lake". Musicians are floating on boats or standing in the big auditorium and playing classical music.
It's absolutely fantastic! You have to see these caves while spending your Majorca holidays.

The stalagmites and tites are spectacular and cover the roof and base of the caves. The caves were first explored in 1896.

Address:
Carretera cuevas s/n
07680 Porto Cristo, Majorca
Phone: +34 971 820 753

Opening time:
01st April - 31st October 2009
Daily visits with concert
10 h, 11 h, 12 h, 14 h, 15 h, 16 h, 17 h

Duration:
approximately 1 hour

Prices:
Adults: 10,50 €
Children under 7: free

If you are interested in visiting the fantastic Dragon Caves, stay in a comfortable Hotel in Majorca. The Majorca Hotel Drach is a good choice when you would like to stay near the beach and not too far from the Dragon Caves.
Or you can stay e.g. in the beautiful Sol Romantica Hotel in Majorca. The hotel is located just 5 km from Porto Cristo. The hotel offers nice Majorca apartments with a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom with shower and hairdryer.

You will find interesting Ibiza Majorca Tourism Information in web.

The beautiful Island of Ibiza has more to offer than just beach, sun and nightlife. Fantastic cities with nice cultural buildings invite you to a holiday in Spain.

Admire the Old Town of Ibiza, called "Dalt Vila" by the locals. It accommodates an impressive 16th century fortress, antique city walls, a cathedral and the "Sant Domingo"- church. The typical white fisherman's houses just outside the city walls are also a delight to see.

In Ibiza Town you can visit many museums, like the archeological ones, the convent or the modern art museum. The marina, the "Necrópolis" and "Plaza de la Vila" are also well worth a visit. Book an Ibiza Hotel in the center of town and enjoy the city as well as its beautiful surroundings.

The second biggest town in Ibiza is Santa Eulalia. It is situated on the shores of the only river of the Balearic archipelago. It's especially known for its pretty hilltop church. Below the church you can visit the small ethnological museum located inside an ancient farm.

The town of Sant Antonio is a very popular tourist destination. From this harbor town you can take nice boat trips to watch the submarine life through a glass bottom or to sail off to the beautiful sandy beach of Cala Bossa. Being a true holiday paradise Sant Antonio offers plenty of Ibiza accommodation. There is also a wide range of Ibiza hotels in Santa Eulalia and finding a lovely Ibiza apartment in both towns shouldn't be any problem at all.

If you prefer something smaller you can visit the visit Es Cubells, a charming small village in the South of Ibiza. It's situated on top of a cliff from where you have an amazing view over the coast. Not far from Es Cubells you can visit Ses Salines, an interior salt-water lake where one can spot thousands of seabirds. Ses Salines is a unique ecosystem bigger than a thousand hectares.

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The Easter week begin traditionally with Palm Sunday, it always fall on the first Sunday before Easter. It marks the end of Lent, a period of fasting and penitence in preparation for Easter. The Palm Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ's entry in Jerusalem. Locals carry the olive and palm branches which are kept in homes to ward off evil. An afternoon mass takes place at Majorca's Cathedral in Palma. The mass will be attended by many priests from all over Majorca as well as the bishop.
From Monday to Friday a series of processions continue e.g. "Brotherhood of the Blood of Christ" on Maundy Thursday and the 'Holy Burial' on Good Friday.The procession on Maundy Thursday in Palma de Majorca is one of the most spectacular due to the vast amount of people who take part.
On Easter Sunday when the Procession of the 'Meeting' is celebrated the week of celebrations comes to a closing.
Come to Majorca and experience this religiously tradition. Stay in a comfortable Majorca hotel or Majorca apartment.

If you want more information visit the Ibiza Majorca Travel guide in web. You will find information about the gastronomy, the culture and the history of the Balearic Islands.

The majorcan cuisine gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy marvelous traditional recipes. The Majorcans usually use olive oil for their preparation of food. The main ingrediences are bell pepper, zucchini, tomato, aubergine, garlic and fish. The Majorcans differentiate between three terms: "caldo" (clear soup), "sopa" (soup) and "potaje" (stew). "Sopa Mallorquin" is a solid cabbage- stew with meat, "Sopa de pescado" is a fish soup. Rice dishes are also usually used in the majorcan cuisine. "Arroz a la marinera" is a rice dish with fish and sea fruits, "Arròs brut" is a rice dish with meat of a pig, chicken or rabbit and seasonal vegetables. A famous vegetable court is "Tumbet", a vegetable- casserole with potatoes, zucchini, bell peppers, aubergines and onions. The best travel season or a culinary journey is summer, when vegetables are of first-class quality. Popular meat dishes are "Costillas de cordero" (lamb chop), "Lechona" (suckling pig), "Sobrassada" (red sausage) and "Butifarron" (blood sausage). Experience the majorcan cuisine and stay in a comfortable accommodation in Mallorca. You will find further information at the Ibiza Majorca Travel Guide in web. The page has detailed information available with regard to cultur, history and sightseeing.

Have you ever been to Menorca? No??? Well then, come on, pack your bags and come to Menorca! Menorca is the northernmost and easternmost Balearic island. The north of Menorca is mountainous and has a fissured coast with some natural harbors. The South is hilly with deep ravines, isolated bays, long and sandy beaches. The island is green and well-wooded; agriculture is an important economic factor. The UNESCO declares the island as a biosphere reservation. Great Menorca accommodations are available. Menorca is known for some beautiful beaches and crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean. In the North, the beaches are dark and coarse-grained, whereas in the South, the beaches are bright and offer ideal terms for families with children. The two largest cities are Mahón, eastern- based and Ciutadella, in the West of the island. Mahón is the capital of Menorca. A small, nice city with Georgian houses, narrow alleys and hospitable inhabitants. Ciutadella, for a long time the capital of Menorca, offers beautiful, ancient palaces, lovely churches and narrow alleys.

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In the southeast of Ibiza we find the municipality of San José. The town Sant Josep de sa Talaia was named after the mountain located nearby. This region accommodates the island?s most beaches and coves and covers a coastline of nearly 50 miles. Cala Comte, Cala Bassa and Cala Vedella are the three most beautiful coves, they even were rewarded with blue flags. Escape from the larger tourist resorts to these hidden coves of clear and turquoise blue waters. Some of the larger beaches are surrounded by pine forests. Pine forrests are abundant on Ibiza and its smaller neighbour Formentera. This is why they are popularly nicknamed ?Las Pitiusas?.

Besides beautiful beaches and impressive natural parks San José also has a great historical heritage. You can visit the Punic-Roman rural settlement of Ses Païses near Cala d?Hort and another historical attraction is the Phoenician village in Sa Caleta. There are also two famous watchtowers, the Torre de ses Portes and the Torre de Comte, both built during the 17th and 18th centuries by locals to prevent invasions from the sea. Furthermore there are some marvelous churches in this region. Something you really shouldn?t miss out on while vacationing in this region is the Cova Santa, a 25 meters deep natural cave with many stalctites and stalagmites.

In the town of Sant Josep you can also enjoy all sorts of sports and the town hall organizes many cultural and traditional activities and events throughout the year. If you want to come and enjoy the southeast coast of Ibiza you can either choose to stay in the cultural center and take an Ibiza holiday accommodation in San José or the neighbouring town of San Augustin or choose to spend most time along the coast visiting the many beaches and staying in an Ibiza hotel or Ibiza apartment in for example Cala Tarida or in Cala Vadella.

On the calm east coast of Majorca in the district of Son Servera you can find some of the island?s most beautiful beaches and holiday resorts. Earlier inhabitants of this part certainly were aware of the beauty of their coast and the people in one of the villages named their town Cala Bona or the ?good bay? which resulted in one of the neighbouring villages naming itself Cala Millor or the ?the better bay?.

Nowadays these towns are two popular holiday resorts. Cala Bona still maintained the atmosphere of a traditional fishing village with its narrow streets and the small working harbour. Hotels in Cala Bona are mainly occupied by visitors from the UK. The traditional charm of the village and the absence of any exhilirating nightlife mostly attracts families looking for relaxation and some occasional daytrips to the inlands, the neighboring harbor towns and the natural beauty nearby.

Cala Millor is more modern. It?s the largest tourist development along the east coast and is known for its 6km long stretch of gently sloping beaches with clear water, probably one of the best beaches on the island. The sea here is ideal for windsurfing and the resort boasts a windsurfing school. Even though accommodation in Cala Millor is also mostly suited for families, the town does have a wide selection of bars and discos for younger generations looking for some nightly entertainment.

When travelling to the inlands of the island from Cala Bona and Cala Millor you will also find many interesting towns that still breathe the traditional island atmosphere. Like Manacor, known for its Pearl industry and the lovely town of Son Servera. People looking for a more rural vacation can find very good Majorca accommodation in these towns or their surroundings and choose to visit the coast by car.

Ibiza is a very popular holiday destinations for all kinds of people. Families with children stay in one of the many beach resorts where there is plenty to do for both the parents and the kids. Many people come to visit the many dance festivals or to visit the vibrant nightlife of Ibiza town. And of course there are the more mature travellers who come to the island to relax and to enjoy the natural beauty of the inlands and the many beautiful coves and secret little beaches. For each kind of traveller Ibiza has perfect locations to offer. Popular with families for example are Portinatx and Cala san Vicente in the North and Playa d?en Bossa close to Ibiza Town. Hotel Club Tur Palas offers nice Ibiza Apartments in Playa d?en Bossa. The hotel has a nice fresh water pool, but the beach is also just a stone throw away.

If your looking for bars, nightclubs and non stop dancing then you will surely find what you?re looking for in Ibiza Town, Playa d?en Bossa or Sant Antoni. Besides clubbing these towns have of course much more to offer. In Ibiza Town you can spend several days admiring the medieval part of the city, the modern harbour and the many historical buildings all over the town. If you?re not too demanding concerning your accommodation in Ibiza Town and you?d prefer having more money left to spend on entertainment during your holiday you might want to stay in Hotel El Puerto. This one star hotel offers both comfortable rooms and apartments.

A far more quiet destination is the town of San José. This village in the east of Ibiza is ideal for couples. The romantic location on a hill with stunning views over the island and the sea is just perfect to celebrate a wedding anniversary. The four star hotel club Victoria offers beautiful suites and apartments and all the necessary facilities and services to turn your stay in Ibiza into a dream holiday.

Majorca is a renown holiday destination for all types of travellers looking for either a family beach holiday, a beach and party trip, a quiet stay in the countryside, a base for cultural and historical daytrips, a Majorca citytrip or even a combination of all that. The Island of Majorca has many activities to offer, but many people might not be aware of where to find what kind of destination. The island measures about 80 km from one end to the other and it has 550 km of coastline. Along these coasts there are different kinds of beach resorts. If for example you?re interested in a beach holiday but you would also like to do some cultural daytrips then you might want to stay in the Balearic capital or in one of the nearby towns. In the capital Palma de Majorca you can find all sorts of Majorca accommodation, from family hostals, luxury hotels, cheap apartments and much more. Within the city you can visit many different museums, historical buildings, art galleries and other cultural activities. And for a day at the beach you can visit one of the resorts just outside the town.

If you?re not that much of a culture lover, but you would like to visit Palma anyway, you can of course do it the other way around and find a hotel in one of these resorts. Each town along the coast is different and attracts its own kind of visitors. Magaluf for example is very popular for groups of young English, Dutch and German groups looking for nightly entertainment in the many bars, pubs and nightclubs. The neighboring Palma Nova is much more of a family destination with a slightly smaller offer of hotels and thus less crowded. These two larger resorts are located a few kilometers to the east of Palma. In between there are the smaller towns of Cala Mayor just ouside Palma, the tiny Illetas, Bendinat and Portals Nous. These resorts are good destinations to find a suitable family hotel. On the west of Palma there are Ca?n Pastilla and Playa de Palma. The sand on the beach of Ca?n Pastilla is very clean and it?s know for the high quality of the sea water.

Sant Antoni de Portmany is Ibiza?s second largest town with about 15.000 inhabitants and it?s the most important tourist center on the Island. When the Arabs inhabited Ibiza, they called this town Portumany, later the Romans called it Portus Magnus. The Catalans themselves have finally added the name of their Saint Anthony to this town. Besides many interesting sights and attractions in the old center of the town as well as in its surroundings, this town is especially known for its vibrant and international nightlife. Sant Antoni is located in the bay of Sant Antoni and its harbor is the biggest and most important of the Island, it?s an important hub for marine traffic between Ibiza and Denia on the Spanish mainland and the smaller Balearic Island Formentera. The small parochial church from the 14th century is definitely worth a visit. Furthermore you can stroll along the beautiful boulevard El Paseo de Ses Fonts, surrounded by many fountains. At the end of the boulevard is an enormous piece of art called El Huevo de Colón, or the egg of Columbus. The beaches around Sant Antoni de Portmany are some of the most popular of the Balearics. The nicest beaches are Cala d?Hort, Cala Tarida, Cala Llantia, Cala Llosar, Cala Codolar, Cala Roja, Cala Comte, Cala Bassa, Cala Salada and Cala Gració. You can find great hotels to stay either in the center of Sant Antoni, or a hotel in the bay. If you prefer a calmer location, you can choose to book an apartment or hotel in the rural surroundings of Sant Antoni so that you can visit the town whenever you feel like it.