Balearic Islands - Cala Egos holidays
March 21, 2009
introduction to Cala Egos
Lying on the island’s rugged east coast, Cala d’Or is one of many picture-postcard sandy coves. Once a fishing village, the resort enjoys a charming setting with rocky coves and sandy beaches. The resort exudes an air of sophistication and stylish living and is ideal for families. Among the beaches, you’ll discover a sandy beach, and in the centre, Cala Gran Beach, the largest on the island, with its fine white sand beach and shallow waters. You will also find a host of friendly shops, bars and restaurants with open-air terraces. Plus there are facilities for horse-riding, watersports and tennis. The night-life is relaxed with a smattering of discos. A tourist train running through the town will take you to neighbouring coves such as Cala Egos. The wonderful Caves of Drach are also within easy reach.
Journey Times: Airports, Palma - 1 hour 15 minutes approx.
Balearic Islands - Cala Bona holidays
March 21, 2009
introduction to Cala Bona
Cala Bona is one of Majorca’s quieter corners. Small yet informal, modern and friendly, the resort has a fantastic stretch of fine sands which runs along from Cala Bona to Cala Millor. You will also discover smaller sandy coves situated between rocky outcrops, which are superb for relaxing and sunbathing. The town itself, dotted with narrow streets, is a tranquil fishing village and working harbour so you will find plenty of cafes and bars to tempt you. Entertainment is low-key and is based in the hotels, so most people head off to the nearby attractions of Cala Millor. Here you will discover a beach and seafront complete with promenade where there are watersports, sports, plus a range of shops and restaurants. Later, as darkness falls, there are a variety of bars and discos to head for.
Journey Times: Airports, Palma - 2 hours approx.
Balearic Islands - Alcudia holidays
March 21, 2009
introduction to Alcudia
On the neck of one of Majorca’s northern peninsulas, Alcudia is not only a dream venue for beach worshippers, it’s also packed with culture. Set on a beautiful bay, the beach is a wonderful 11 kilometre long playground of soft silver, sand washed by calm waters that are perfect for children. Alcudia has it all! - including excellent watersports, horse-riding and fishing, too. In addition to that, you’ll find a myriad of good restaurants around the harbour, and numerous shops, cafes and bars. By night, the pace quickens somewhat, with many discos and bars providing a good choice of lively entertainment. Nearby, along the bay of Pollensa, lies More Vermey an ideal spot for those wishing to discover Alcudia’s Old Town.
Journey Times: Airports, Palma - 1 hour - 1 hour 30 minutes approx.
Majorca holidays - travel guide
March 21, 2009
introduction to Majorca
Majorca, the largest of Balearic Islands, lies in the Mediterranean Sea off the south east coast of Spain and is one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations. And no wonder. Majorca combines stunning beaches with secluded coves and resorts ranging from lively Magaluf in the South to laid back Puerto Pollensa in the North. Add picturesque peaceful hilltop villages like Deja, the stylish capital of Palma with its Gothic cathedral, and many spectacular natural wonders, and you’ve got all the ingredients for a magical holiday.
Holidays in Majorca are still a hugely popular choice with British holidaymakers looking for sunshine, scenery and great resort facilities. Majorca combines beautiful beaches, scenic coves, lovely countryside and lively or laid back resorts. The jewel in Majorca’s crown has to be the sophisticated capital city of Palma where you’ll find everything for dedicated shoppers, clubbers and gourmets. Find out more about our Majorca resorts or use the search menu to find and book your perfect Majorca holiday. If you’re looking for cheap holidays in Majorca then we can provide the answer for anyone on a budget looking for an excellent cheap holiday. We strike a balance between offering the cheapest holidays in Majorca and, more importantly, the very best value for money.
We offer some of the best package holidays to Majorca that you’ll find and, what’s more, we offer them ‘Packaged with Care’. Booking a package holiday to Majorca with us means you’re in safe and experienced hands - we’ve been doing this sort of thing for nearly 50 years now and we’ve learnt a thing or two! If you find sticking to a budget on holiday difficult then an all inclusive holiday to Majorca could be just the ticket. We have some great all inclusive hotels in Majorca many of them especially suitable for families. We have a great selection of Villa holidays to Majorca. Choose from a full holidays package with flights and car hire or our flexible villa only option that leaves you free to make your own arrangements.
at a glance
- capital city: Palma
- population: 777,821
- flight times: 2 hours 15 mins
- languages: Spanish & Catalan
- currency: Euro
- exchange: £1 = 1.1 Euro
- gdp: $11 billion
- internet tld: .es
- calling code: 0034
- time difference: GMT+1hour
Balearic islands holidays - travel guide - introduction to Balearic islands
March 21, 2009
The Balearic Islands are an archipelago, off Spain, in the Western Mediterranean, forming the Baleares provinces of Spain. They have been an autonomous region since 1983. Palma is the capital. The chief islands are Majorca, Minorca, and Ibiza. Renowned for their scenery and their mild climate, the Balearics have been a popular tourist destination for many years. Castilian Spanish is universally spoken and many people speak English. Their culture and cuisine are typically Mediterranean. The islands offer both lively entertainment and a relaxed beach holiday environment.
Fads may come and go, but holidays to the Balearics seem to be a perennial favourite with British travellers in search of the sun. Our online website features a fine selection of holidays to the Balearics including holiday villas and cheap, last minute package holidays too. If the British weather were a tad warmer and a good deal more reliable then there wouldn’t be quite the same need for cheap holidays to the Balearics. However, because we can’t depend on a decent summer - let alone any other time of the year - cheap holidays to the Balearics are as popular as ever.
Find out more about the Balearics including our Majorca resorts and our Menorca resorts and try the search menu to find and book your perfect Balearics holiday. You can of course book your flight and hotel separately but for many people a package holiday to the Balearics is the tried and trusted way of doing things. You can book our villa holidays either as a package holiday or as an accommodation only option, either way our holiday villas in the Balearics are great value. If you suddenly find yourself with a week or two to spare then last minute holidays to the Balearics should be at the top of your list. Where else will you find so many great resorts with so much to do? Go on, last minute holidays to the Balearics - Go on you know it makes sense!
