Friday 17 June 2011

Escape to the Balearic island of Mallorca!


Mallorca is part of the Balearic Islands, situated to the South of the Spanish mainland. Often overshadowed by its rowdier sibling, Ibiza, Mallorca is the most populous of these islands as well as the largest. At 75km long and 100km wide, the island is of perfect size for those looking for a trip filled with whimsical exploration. For those looking to avoid the livelier resorts of Magaluf and Alcudia, car rental is the best option for beach-hopping and navigating Mallorca's stunning mountainous scenery. The Northern cape of Formenter is a must for all those visiting the island. No trip is complete without a drive on one of the most dangerous looking drives in the whole of Europe and the views at the end of the mountainous drive are quite remarkable.
Mallorca also offers a host of picturesque towns with roots that go back to century old communities and the Moor wars. The capital of Palma has its huge baroque cathedral, whilst the towns of Pollenca and Alcudia contain magnificent churches and medieval ramparts respectively.
The biggest draw for visitors of the island are the magnificent white sandy beaches. The finest on the island lie to the North in the bay of Alcudia. Here you will find a a wide 250metre long beach that is blessed with azure blue water that entices sun-worshippers with crystal clear waters that promise warmth throughout the hot Summer. You will also find popular beach resorts surrounding the capital of Palma and a number of excellent beach resorts to the East such as Cala D'or and Cala Rajada.
Great deals for Mallorca are prevalent on various online holiday operators and you will find that flights are extremely cheap due to the competitiveness from major budget airlines flying to the island.

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