Alcudia

Alcudia, situated on the northeast coast of Majorca, is a lively place offering a fantastic choice for a holiday in the sun. The resort has developed around a fishing port, and Alcudia has grown into a major family holiday destination, with one of the largest sandy beaches on the island. Although lively, the atmosphere in Alcudia is not rowdy, the and there are plenty of bars, restaurants, shops and other facilities to keep everyone in the family happy. Alcudia is a 90-minute transfer from Palma, and the resort is ideally placed to tour the northern part of Majorca.

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Palma Nova

Palma Nova, found on the southwest coast of Majorca and just a 30-minute transfer from Palma airport, is one of the most popular holiday destinations on the island. One of the oldest purpose built resorts in Majorca, Palma Nova was developed around a fishing harbour on the western side of the bay of Palma, and now attracts many British tourists every year. Palma Nova is located next to Magaluf, and the two places have gradually merged together, creating one large resort. That said, Palma Nova is quieter than its' boisterous neighbour, and is an ideal destination for families and young couples. Palma Nova's biggest attraction is its' sandy beaches, of which there are 3 – Son Matias, Son Caliu and the biggest, Palma Nova beach. The beach, with its' long sweeping expanse of golden sand and clear crystal waters, has been awarded the European Blue Flag for excellence, and boasts a great choice of facilities, including most watersports. The original harbour is still in existence, and although fishing trips are still available, the marina is now home to yachts and tourist boats offering trips along the coast. A pedestrian promenade sits behind the beach, and is lined with bars, shops and restaurants, ideally placed to enjoy views of the sea or just people-watch

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Magaluf

Holidaymakers in Magaluf come for the notorious party atmosphere, with most of the 100 or so bars and clubs open until morning. From British pubs and karaoke bars, to dance clubs featuring international DJ's, the choice is exhausting and perfect for those who want to keep going all night and sleep for most of the day. There are plenty of restaurants offering British food, with a good selection of Indian, Chinese, Italian and Mexican, as well as the usual fast food and burger joints. Magaluf offers a huge array of activities away from the beach, including go-karting, tennis, mini-golf, mountain biking, bowling and bungee jumping. Facilities for families in Magaluf include a soft-play area, video arcades, and a Wild West theme park and, for children and adults alike, the extremely popular giant water-park Aqualand Magaluf. There is a nearby weekly market in Calvia, just 10km away, and for those in search of a little culture, historic Palma is a short trip away.

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Santa Ponsa

Santa Ponsa, situated on the south west coast of Majorca, is a busy family-orientated resort with a cheerful friendly atmosphere. Developed in the 1960's around a small village, Santa Ponsa has grown into a popular holiday destination, favoured by British tourists, especially Scottish and Irish holidaymakers. Santa Ponsa is ideally situated to explore either the west coast, with its' dramatic rocky shoreline and picturesque villages. The long sweeping bay of Santa Ponsa is home to 3 beaches, with the main beach boosted by artificial sand to accommodate the growing numbers of tourists. The beach at Santa Ponsa is ideal for families - the water is clear and clean, and the waters shallow and warm – and a shaded park can be found behind the beachfront. Boats depart from both the beach and the marina, and take sightseers along a cruise around the south west coast, and a wide range of watersports are available on Santa Ponsa beach. A wide promenade behind the beach is lined with bars and restaurants, and there is a wide selection of souvenir shops in which to browse whilst holidaying in Santa Ponsa. The resort is home to a vast selection of good quality apartments, and there are hotels to suit all tastes and budgets.

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Cala D'Or

Cala d'Or meaning 'Golden Cove', located on the southeast coast of Majorca just 90 minutes from the airport, is an attractive purpose-built resort, perfect for families and couples. Developed around a charming fishing village, Cala d'Or has grown into a chic elegant resort, with excellent sandy beaches, great shopping and a lively marina. Whilst Cala d'Or has retained its' small village feel, the atmosphere is chic and fairly sophisticated. The shopping in Cala d'Or is renowned, with the main street, Avinguda Tagomago, filled with designer boutiques, leather stores and art galleries. Local artisan shops sell pottery, glass and woodcarvings and the nearby Sunday morning market at Felanitz has some great bargains. The more upmarket restaurants and bars are found down at the marina at Cala Llonga, offering many different cuisines, but always a great selection of fish and seafood, with there are a wide variety of restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets throughout the resort. Nightlife in Cala d'Or tends to be fairly lively and stylish but not at all hectic.

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C'an Picafort

C'an Picafort is an ideal resort for those who are seeking a peaceful relaxing resort, and can appreciate the natural beauty of the surrounding area. The nightlife is quiet, low-key and mainly hotel-based, perfectly suited to families, however C'an Picafort is home to plenty of restaurants offering a wide range of cuisine, and some friendly bars making the streets come alive at night. C'an Picafort is only 9km from the old town of Alcudia, with its' historic city walls and warren of narrow streets, and the beach resort, which offers a water-park, lively fishing port and traditional Friday market. The bird sanctuary of S'Albufera Park is close by and a popular attraction in the area, and the famous Caves of Drach are within reach.

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Puerto Pollensa

Puerto Pollensa is a much-loved family resort found on the north west coast of the Balearic Island of Majorca. Puerto Pollensa holidays will offer you all the benefits of a warm, sunny Mediterranean setting, and is popular with holiday visitors from April to October. Originally a small fishing village, Puerto Pollensa has grown into a contained holiday resort, and still retains its original old-world charm. It is also a centre for artists and musicians. Families return year after year to holiday in Puerto Pollensa to enjoy the breath-taking scenery, child-friendly sandy beaches, great hotels and restaurants and opportunity to explore the surrounding countryside. Puerto Pollensa is about 60 km from Palma, the capital of Majorca, and 65 km from Palma de Majorca Airport (PMI). Puerto Pollensa holidays are particularly popular with young families as the beaches in the area tend to be extremely clean, and shelve gently into the warm Mediterranean water. There are plenty of beach facilities and water sports on offer. After the beach, evening strolls are the tradition for those on holiday in Puerto Pollensa. This is a great way to take in serene sea views as you promenade along Puerto Pollensa's horseshoe bay. The specially designed walk, known as the Passeig Vora Mar, takes you from the colourful marina, past cafes and beach bars, to the famously fragrant Pine Walk, and on to the landmark Illa D'Or hotel. While on holiday in Puerto Pollensa,