All tagged Mallorca
Mallorca, the largest island in the Balearics, offers numerous things to see and explore. The island offers everything you expect for a relaxing and fun-filled getaway - from stunning beaches to epic mountain views and picturesque villages. If you want to splurge and relax in luxury, you'll find many upscale accommodations to cater to your needs. To help you plan your trip, here are some of the most luxurious places to visit in Mallorca.
Summer is here, but there is still time to come up with an awesome vacation plan. Especially if you are looking for something alternative and adventurous, you have clicked on the right place! People who love cycling can now enjoy their hobby in the most summery places out there —of course, we’re talking about islands. But you shouldn’t go to any island; there are at least 4 amazing islands to explore by bike, and you should definitely visit one of them this summer.
Port de Pollença, also known as Puerto Pollensa, is a lovely Spanish town that is perfectly situated on the northern side of the island of Mallorca, Spain. It features a family-friendly atmosphere with plenty of worthy attractions and activities like swimming, boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, and hiking. The geology of the port lends to the protection of the bay from prevailing winds, crashing waves and the water tends to be very calm and placid.
Pollença is a picturesque mountain town that is situated in the north part of the island of Mallorca in Spain and is perfectly nestled at the foot of the Serra de Tramuntana, which is a large mountain range that is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located near the dramatic Cap de Formentor and the wonderful beach town of Alcúdia. The town is inland about 6km from its neighbor Port de Pollensa and features medieval architecture, a historic past, and beautiful Mallorcan countryside. Pollenca possesses a fantastic old-world charm with its narrow streets and brickwork typical of medieval times.
Situated in the North East of the island of Mallorca, Spain on a gorgeous beach named Platja de Muro lies Torre d'enfilació. It features mysterious Egyptian-like obelisks that were said to have been built by the Spanish Navy just after the Spanish Guerra Civil. There 28 towers in total that were used for spotting submarines off the coast until better technologies made them obsolete. Now they are quite the neat tourist attraction, along with the hiking trails located throughout the sand dunes. The dunes are home to a unique ecosystem that has an interesting pine forest.
Platja de Formentor is a gorgeous strip of beach with lovely fine white sand. It is located along the edge of the majestic Formentor Peninsula on the island of Mallorca, Spain. The beach is surrounded by a beautiful wilderness area full of pine trees and also has goats that you’ll see almost everywhere on the island. The water is crystal clear blue is very clean and the weather is gorgeous year-round. The beach is picture perfect and has some of the most beautiful scenery that the world has to offer.
Cala Sant Vicenc, Spain is a quaint seaside village, that is beautifully tucked into in the vast Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, offering up the scenery that is difficult to rival. Dramatic cliffs, azure water, and fascinating history going back nearly 4000 years make Cala Sant Vicenc an ideal destination for your Majorca travel itinerary. The village has plenty of restaurant and hotel options as well as several beaches to sit and relax for the day. There is also an abundant amount of hiking to be done around the village, as well as several interesting prehistoric caves that are free to explore.
Old Town Alcudia is a well preserved medieval town located on the incredibly gorgeous island of Mallorca, Spain, that was built in the 13th-14th centuries. The name Alcudia points even further towards the past to the islands Arabic history, you see in 905AD the island of Mallorca came under Muslim rule and their reign lasted till 1229AD, until King James I, of Aragon captured the island for the crown and immediately started with the construction of Alcudia.
