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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!

  What is it? 

Palma Aquarium is a spectacular Marine Park that recreates the habitats and ecosystems of the world's seas and oceans. Located in the heart of Playa de Palma, on the island of Majorca, it is the place to be for tourists in the Balearic Islands!

Palma Aquarium has 30 years of experience in aquariums development, specialized in marine parks creation. You can visit Palma Aquarium and enjoy a discovery adventure through time and across the oceans in only one day.

Palma Aquarium has 55 aquariums showing the exceptional sea life of more than 8000 specimens of 700 different species. The Big Blue is 33 meters long, 25 meters wide and 8.5 meters deep. The Big Blue is the deepest shark tank in Europe and holds 3.5 million liters of salt water. Who is the star? The shark! Palma Aquarium contains 20 specimens of 4 different species. (Sand Tiger Shark, Sandbar Shark, Blacktip Reef Shark

What to do?

You will live an unforgettable and unique experience: there are interaction, surprises, and a lot of activities for children and adults, restaurants...

During the summer, there are a lot of activities organized for children: children's games, face painting, water fights on a pirate ship...

It is also possible to get food to some marine's animals and fish, and to visit Mediterranean Gardens, Mediterranean seas, Tropical seas and The extraordinary Jungle. One of the most impressive activities is to sleep near to the Big Blue: near to Sharks!! . If you have passion for sea and if you are not afraid of, you can even swim with them!

For families, a lot of activities and events are organized. You can organize your wedding, coming out balls, wedding birthdays, christenings... Your "on measure" event can be designed at an unbeatable price. You can make of your child birthday a dream coming true and organize a huge birthday party to make of this day the better day of his life!

How to go there?

Palma Aquarium is just 15 minutes from the city center of Palma de Mallorca and 5 minutes from Son Sant Joan airport. It has an easy access from the motorway. You have access to a car parking.

The price for an adult is 19.5 € and for children 15€ (4-16 years), it is free for children under 3 years old.

It is open all the year. From January to March: Open from 10am to 4pm (to buy ticket: until 3pm). From April to October: Open from 10pm to 6pm (to buy ticket until 5pm).

Where to sleep?
You can enjoy your stay in Palma de Mallorca by renting a Mallorca apartment near to the beach. After seeing the nice Palma Aquarium, you can spend your afternoon on the beach and visit the city.

If you don't want to worry about food and just enjoy your stay, it is better to take a Mallorca Hotel all inclusive with a nice swimming pool to get pleasure from the sunshine.   

 Also called los Cuevas Del Dragon, Los Cuevas Del Drach is the excursion the most popular in Mallorca. After cooking in your Mallorca apartment, you will spend the afternoon in a fantastic place. Los Cuevas Del Drach are located in the west coast of Mallorca, near to the famous Porto Cristo. Longer than 2 km, you can see the picturesque caves of Mallorca. It seems that you enter in another world... Los cuevas are componed by 3 chambers : Cueva Blanca, Cueva Negra and Cueva Luis Salvator. You have to visit it to enjoy your stay in Mallorca accommodation.

Every hour lights are switched off and musicians rowed across the lake with a nice music to give you a romantic sphere and let you enjoy the beauty of the caves. You can admire numerous stalactites and stalagmites of pure white color.

The Cuevas Del Drach are famous for the underground lake called "Lago Martel" that Edouard- Alfred Martel discovered in 1896. The lake is one of the largest and the most spectacular of the world.  And you will be able to navigate yourself with one of the boats. It is also possible to dine in a nice restaurant next to the caves and buy souvenirs from this wonderful place.

In the surrounding area, you can find a lot of Mallorca accommodations, like hotels and Mallorca apartments in Cristo Port.

But also the area made up by the coves of Cala Anguila, Cala Mendia and s'Estany d'en Mas which provides the tourist with a wide choice of modern high quality hotels.

It is better to find a Mallorca accommodation next to the Cristo Port to enjoy the island and to reach easily the beach. The tour lasts more or less one hour. If you come in summer, it is better to arrive the first one or the last one of the day because there are a lot of people and you will wait too much. The entrance price is 11,5€, and for children under 8 it is free.

Daily Tours with Concert:
1st April - 31st October (10.00h, 11.00h, 12.00h, 14.00h, 15.00h, 16.00h, 17.00h),
1st November - 31st March (10.45h, 12.00h, 14.00h, 15.30h)

Transport in the caves is organized by coach excursions from various resorts around Mallorca. Tours from other popular hotspots such as the Mallorca's capital city of Palma de Mallorca also stop by the caves. If you are with your own car, there is a free parking at the Caves of Drach.

The caves of Drach are the place to be! If you add the Mallorca Caves of Drach on your list of places to go from your Mallorca appartment, you will be enchanted as they discover this masterpiece of nature.

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!

When you are in need of a recreational break during your Majorca holidays in a hotel in Palma, why don't you visit the Arab Baths in Palma de Mallorca?

The Arab Baths in Palma de Mallorca or Banys Àrabs are located central in Palma, near the Cathedral of Mallorca, so you can easily access them during your stay in a hotel in Palma during your Majorca holidays.

They are one of the most interesting historical sights in Majorca, as the Arab Baths in Palma de Mallorca were built during the Moorish reign in Majorca. Thanks to the close location central near the cathedral, they can be easily accessed during a day tour.

The address of the Arab Baths in Palma is the following one:

Banys Àrabs

Can Serra, 7

Palma

When visiting the Arab Baths in Palma, you can expect to see old and ancient architectural treasures in Majorca, with different small rooms that were probably constructed during the 11^th century. There are also the gardens of Ca'n Fontirroig, allowing you to take a pleasant break during your Majorca holidays as well.

And if you like gardens and parks, you can also visit the near Parc de la Mar, which is a large park located at the Paseo Dalt Murada.

During Majorca holidays in Palma you will always find something to engage in, and especially now when the high season is over, you can enjoy the less crowded city. Of course, as the capital of Majorca, Palma is always more active than other cities, but you will notice the difference.

Enjoy the Arab Baths in Palma de 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!

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!

Every 31^st  December, on New Year's Eve in Palma de Majorca, the incorporation of the beautiful island Majorca to the kingdom of Jaume I in 1229 is celebrated.

It is a wonderful traditional festival, where you can see a lot of customs and traditions of Majorca. The Festa de L'Estendard, as this Majorca national day is called, is an event you should not miss during your Majorca holidays!

In Palma de Majorca, this celebration is held in front of the ancient La Seu Cathedral, which is located in the city centre of Palma. You should easily find it from your Majorca apartment in Palma! On New Year's Eve, a stunning street procession is organized with a lot of traditional Majorca music and culture. Be prepared for a breathtaking New Year's holiday in Palma de Majorca if you spend your vacation there during that time.

After enjoying the procession through lovely decorated streets with lots of flowers, a New Year's Mass is held in La Seu, giving you the possibility to think about the New Year and the past year. Usually, there is also a concert at Plaza d'Espanya in Palma de Majorca, so if you like to hear music during your Majorca holidays, you should visit that and listen to the artists performing there.

The winter in Majorca is quite mild, so if you want to avoid the bitter coldness, why don't you think about spending your winter holidays in Majorca? This Balearic Island offers its visitors a lot, besides gazing at the wonderful architecture and ancient monuments, you can also spend your time discovering the nature of Majorca, walking through parks or enjoy the famous Majorca beaches. La Palma is the islands capital, so it is more lively than other parts. If you decide for an Majorca apartment in Palma on New Year's Eve, you can be sure to be central and close to everything.

And furthermore, you can visit the festival of L'Estendard in Palma during New Year's Eve, which is an excellent opportunity to discover a piece of Majorca's history!

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!

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!

Lots of things are considered not to be missed in Ibiza: crazy parties, fabulous beaches and amazing sunsets. Another important thing you can ad to you list would be to visit an Ibiza market. There are several of them since the Island is known for having strong artistic roots. During the 60's, painters, artisans and designer came to find the inspiration among the unique atmosphere of the island. That's why today, if you come for holidays in an Ibiza hotel or in an Ibiza apartment, you will be able to buy some nice handmade souvenirs like clothing, jewellery or artefacts.

The most famous and original Ibiza market is the Hippy Market which takes place every Wednesday from April to October and from 10:00 am to 6:30pm at Punta Arabi, Es Cana. It is considered as one of Ibiza's top attractions for holidays makers. In this market, you will be able to buy handmade items from all over the world.

If you prefer to go by night, you will appreciate the Las Dalias night time market in San Carlos. This Ibiza market takes place from June to September and from 8:00 pm to 1:30am. The atmosphere is really nice and you can enjoy live music during your shopping. The market is still a reference today for the modern Hippies and you will find there a lot of handmade clothing and jewelleries.

If you want to meet the locals and be a part of their traditional activities, then go the the San Jordi Car Boot Market in the morning (9:00 am to 2:30pm). The market is really loved by locals since you can find a lot of 2nd hand products (book, clothing, jewellery). You will also be able to enjoy a drink or a snack at the market's bar. Bongo players also come on midday to entertain the spectators which really creates a nice atmosphere.

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 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.

The beautiful Balearic Island Ibiza offers much more than just beach, sun and the nightlife. Fantastic small towns where you can find the typical spanish houses invite you to spend your holiday in Ibiza.

You can admire the oldest town on the island which is called "Dalt Vila" by the locals. There you can find an impressive fortress with an ancient city wall from the 16th century. You can also find a cathedral there which is from the same time as well as the well known " Sant Domingo" church. What is also quite interesting to see are the typical white houses of the fishermen which are situate outside of the city wall.

In Ibiza city you can visit several museums. The most important ones are the archeaological museum, the cloister museum and the museum of modern art. The marina, the "Necrópolis" and the Plaza de la Vila are also worth a visit. Book a room in a nice Ibiza hotel and enjoy the city as well as its beautiful surroundings.

The second biggest town on Ibiza is Santa Eulia. This city is situated at the shore of the Balearic islands only river. It is known for its beautiful churh which can be found on the top of a mountain.

The town Sant Antonio is a very popular tourist destination. From this town you can do boat tours where you can experience what is going on underwater, through the help of a glas pane on the bottom of the boat. You can also just sail to the beautiful Cala Bossa beach.

If you are looking for a quiet location, then you should visit the small inviting village Es Cubells. It is situated in the South of the Balearic Island on a hilltop from where you have an amazing view on the sea.

As Ibiza truely is a tourismparadise, it offers its visitors a large number of Ibiza accommodations. You have to choose from one of the many cozy Ibiza hotels.

Es Vedra is a stone's throw away from the southwest coast of the balearic island Ibiza. It's a rock with an altitude of 382 m. The rock is surrounded by many myths and legends. For some the rock is the visible part of Atlantis. The island is a nature reserve and is uninhabited.

The tower "Torre del Pirata" offers a beautiful view of the island.The tower was build in 1763. It became famous by the novel "Los Muertos Mandan" written by Blasco IIbañez.

There are beautiful Ibiza hotels and Ibiza apartments on the island. The island offers Ibiza accommodations for each taste whether you would like to spend family vacation or rather you would like to make sporty active vacation.

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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.

"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.

Es Vedra is a stone's throw away from the southwest coast of Ibiza. It's a rock with an altitude of 382 m. The rock is surrounded by many myths and legends. For some the rock is the visible part of Atlantis. The island is a nature reserve and is uninhabited.


The tower "Torre del Pirata" offers a beautiful view of the island.The tower was build in 1763. It became famous by the novel "Los Muertos Mandan" written by Blasco IIbañez.





There are beautiful Ibiza hotels and Ibiza holiday homes on the island. The island offers Ibiza accommodations for each taste whether you would like to spend family vacation or rather you would like to make sporty active vacation. On the web page of Perfect Sun Travel you can find for example the comfortable Fiesta Club Don Toni hotel Ibiza. The air- conditioned 3- stars hotels lies just 50 m from the Playa d'en Bossa.


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The peninsula Formentor is located in the northeast of Majorca. A long road (13,5 km) leads from Port de Pollença to Cap de Formentor. Many curves, steep cliffs and deep ravines are to be found along the road.


The hotel Majorca Barcelo Formentor is situated directly on the peninsula. The luxury 5- stars hotel in Majorca offers a fantastic panorama. One approximately 80,000 square meters park belongs to the hotel and ranks among one of the most beautiful parks in Spain.





For the natives Cap de Formentor is designated as the "Meeting places of the Winds". From the platform "Cami del Mirador" one has a beautiful view of the beautiful cliffy coast. Several observation decks are connected with stairs. A lighthouse, dated from 1862, is directly situated on Cap de Formentor.


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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.

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Menorca holidays should include visits to the museums and cultural heritages of the Balearic Island.

Ciutadella

Casa - Museo del Pintor Torrent:
c/ Sant Rafel, 11
Ciutadella (Menorca)
The museum exhibits drawings and paintings by the famous painter Torrent. Open on request.

Catedral de Menorca:
c/ Plaça Catedral, 42
Ciutadella (Menorca)
The cathedral is located in the heart of Ciutadella's Old Town. Open from 9:00 - 13:00 and from 18:00 - 21:00.

Parc Rubió i Tudurí:
c/ Plaça Claustre Del Carme
Ciutadella (Menorca)
The park has an area of 10.000m2 and is located between an industrial estate and a suburban district. Open Monday - Friday from 10:00 - 13:00.

Mahon

Museum Sanz-Hernandez Mora:
c/ Claustre del Carme, 5
Mahon (Menorca)
The collection of the philologist and of the historian Dr. Hernández Mora contained in the property of the city shows numerous paintings and stitches, old cards of the island, old piece of furniture and a small library. Open Monday - Saturday from 10:00 - 13:00.

Alaior

Església de Sant Diego:
c/ Correos 127
Alaior (Menorca)
Impressions of the life on Menorca. Open Tuesday - Sunday from 18:30 - 21:30.



Spend your holiday in Menorca and stay in a comfortable Menorca apartment or Menorca hotel.
The Menorca Hotel Audax Spa & Wellness is located just 150 m from the beach and set on a cliff. It's a fantastic choice for people who simply like to relax.
Another great choice is the Barcelo Hamilton Hotel in Menorca. This hotel is located on the beautiful natural bay and harbor of Mahon.

Your holiday in Majorca should absolutely contain a trip to the train "The Sóller Railway". The train was built in 1927 and operates between Palma de Majorca and Soller.


The trip with the historical train takes about 90 minutes and offers a fantastic view on the beautiful landscape of Majorca.


The beautiful Grand Hotel Soller, one of the most beautiful hotels in Majorca offers a luxury holiday. The building is an 18th century palace. It's located in Soller and offers a fresh water pool and a sun terrace on the roof.


The island doesn't only offer luxury hotels, it also offers comfortable and great "middle class" Majorca hotels e.g. the Hotel Hesperia Ciutat de Mallorca. A 4 star hotel in Palma which is situated in a peaceful neighborhood, near Marina and Bellver castle.

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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Palma is the capital of Mallorca and of course it offers many things to visit for tourists like Palma´s cathedral. 500 years were needed to complete the magnificant building. It´s a really surprising buliding because there are "modernista interior" features designed by Antinio Gaudí, best known for the Sagrada Famila in Barcelona. The original foundation came with the Christian Reconquest of the city. The church derives its effect through its sheer height, impressive from any angle but startling when glimpsed from the waterside esplanade.
On the way into the church, you will pass through the "Museu de la Catedral".

Although most tourist activity is based around the coast, Ibiza has much to offer inland. Journey off the beaten track to find untouched villages that still reflect much of the incredible history of the island. Many are just a cycle ride away from your Ibiza apartment or your hotel in Ibiza. As to the coast, you'll feel amazed the island's beautiful sunsets and the special magnetism of some islets as Es Vedrà and Es Vedranell. The Natural Reserve of Cala D'Hort and Las Salinas, the later partly located at the south of Ibiza and partly in Formentera, including the sea strip that separates them and the islets called Es Freus, are the two main areas of environmental value.These are Ses Salines of Ibiza and Formentera, salt pans and marshes which were designated a Natural Reserve in 1995. Endemic plant and animal communities co-exist here in a rich ecosystem where salt is a dominant feature. All this makes their landscapes and beaches unique and unrepeatable. In earlier times, Ibiza was called the island of salt, and it is so to such an extent that its inhabitants were guaranteed a supply of the condiment by law. The first ones to exploit the marshes were the Carthaginians, towards the 5th Century BC. After the re-conquest of Spain from the Moors, they passed over to being the property of the University and became one of the most important saltworks in the Mediterranean. For various centuries they belonged to the Crown, until they passed into private hands with the sale of Church lands by Mendizábal in 1835. Today the extraction of salt continues as in the past, using traditional methods and creating a landscape of white mountains which seem to have come from another world. Since 1995 this area has formed part of the Sea and Land Natural Reserve of Ses Salines. It includes almost all the southern tip of Ibiza, the north of Formentera and the islets which separate both islands. It is an ecosystem with a rich diversity, designated an Area of Special Protection for Birds. Among the 124 catalogued species are herons and flamingos which are easy to sight on their migratory journeys from July to October and from February to May. The vegetation is conditioned by the salinity of the ground. There is a predominance of the endemic sempervivum, reeds and plants which thrive in brackish water. The hills, with a lower concentration of salt, are covered with savin juniper bushes, pine forests and shrub land of rosemary and rock roses.

There are many good reasons to visit Majorca and the other Balearic Islands, but the unique and enchanting natural beauty on the island of Mallorca definitely is one of the most important reasons. The Island doesn?t only offer holiday opportunities in popular party and beach resorts. Many Majorca hotels are located at quiet locations outside the tourist centers. You can easily find a good accommodation on Majorca near places where the island?s unique flora and fauna have been preserved. Enjoy the sight of the traditional Majorca windmills, the many olive tree fields and the many undiscovered virgin beaches.

The lagoons and marshes that can be found along the entire coastline of Majorca are filled with rich flora and fauna. Majorca has a surprisingly large number of natural habitats and ecosystems. There are about 1500 different flower and plant species. The forests which consist mainly of Alepo pine trees remain green throughout the year. Most woodlands can be found nearby the sandy beaches. Oak trees are more common in the humid zones in the North. If you enjoy nature walks but you prefer to avoid the mountains, you can find many beautiful paths in the dunes.

In the northwest of Majorca you can take a walk in the Sierra de Tramuntana. This impressive mountain range accommodates the Puig Major. With its 1445 m. it is the island?s highest summit. The Sierra de Tramuntana rises up from the sea with its steep cliffs and is covered with woods. The Sierra de Llevant on the east coast of the island has more sloping walls and there are many caves and deep inlets. South of the Sierra de Llevant there are 17 mini islands forming the archipelago of Cabrera. This Island group forms the one and only national park of the Balearics. The exceptional landscapes and unique animal species on Cabrera are a must see for nature spotters. If you like snorkelling or scuba diving, Cabrera is the place to be. Also the bird life above the island is incredibly diverse and impressive.

The Paradisical Island of Ibiza has more to offer than just beach, sun and nightlife. Especially now the climate has gotten more bareable there are plenty of things to see and do all around the Island. 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 Eulària des Riu. It?s situated on the shores of the only river of the Balearic archipelago. It?s especially known for it?s pretty hilltop church. Below the church you can visit the small ethnological museum located inside an ancient farm. The town of Sant Antoni de Portmany 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 Bassa. Being a true holiday paradise Sant Antoni offers plenty of Ibiza accommodation. There is also a wide range of hotels in Santa Eulària and finding a lovely Ibiza apartment in any of these 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.