Majorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands with its sophisticated capital with a beautiful Gothic cathedral to lovely picturesque costal roads. Magaluf and Palma Nova are the busier resorts but head to Puerto Pollensa in the north or Cala d'Or in the East and you will find the true Majorca with old stone villas dramatic mountains and lovely green hills with exotic flowers. The mountains of Serra de Tramuntana dominate the west offering beautiful trails and mountain rambles in the cool air.Hire a car and discover the quieter areas of Majorca where you will find the unspoilt regions. Majorca has a lot to offer and is only a 2 hour flights from the UK.
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Menorca is smaller than Majorca but with more beaches than Majorca and Ibiza it is paradise for the beach lover, clear blue water and sandy beaches and coves this island is a delight to explore.Mahon the capital is a harbour with simple waterfront restaurants and bars perfect for watching the world go by. Seafood is excellent here with the famous calderata de llangosta , a delicious lobster stew being a speciality. The island has one main road that runs through the centre linking the two main town of Ciudadela and Mahon ideal for a drive when you feel you want a change from the beach or the pool.
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Ibiza has a choice of resorts around the coast, known for its coves and sandy bays traditional whitewashed villages and lush pine forests. San Antonio the capital is where all of the night-time action is, but there is a quieter side to Ibiza for those that really want to get away from it all you only need to travel a few miles inland or along the coast to discover lovely countryside and secluded beaches where life is peaceful and unhurried. |
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