Surroundings Mallorca

Mallorca is a beautiful island for families, sports enthusiasts, nature lovers and life lovers. You will only understand its magic until you have actually been there. Mallorca offers a wonderful climate, picturesque small beaches with crystal clear water and beautiful white sand. But the island also offers lovely villages, great restaurants and the capital Palma de Mallorca is famous for its many luxury shops and its historic cathedral.

Mallorca is part of the Balearic Islands, a Spanish archipelago in the western part of the Mediterranean. With 3618 km2, Mallorca is the largest island of the Balearics, which furthermore consists of Ibiza, Menorca, Formentera, Cabrera and Dragonera. Throughout the centuries the islands were occupied by various rulers, whom each have left their mark on the islands. As a result, the Balearic Islands have become very diverse and you will find a wealth of history and culture.

Mallorca
Mallorca
Mallorca

Practical information

  • From Amsterdam Schiphol airport you will fly in a short 2.5 hours to Palma de Mallorca airport.
  • There is no time difference between the Netherlands and Mallorca.
  • On Mallorca the currency is the Euro.
  • The official languages on Mallorca are Spanish and Catalan.
  • For a holiday to Mallorca with children, no vaccinations are required or recommended.
  • It is best not to drink any tap water on Mallorca. Bottled water is recommended.
Mallorca
Mallorca
Mallorca

When to go?

Spring is the ideal period for active holidays. Nature is then at its best, as everything will be in bloom. In the mountains it will be colder, from May onwards a pleasant temperature to hike and work out. The summer season starts in June with temperatures reaching over 25 degrees Celsius. In July and August, Mallorca will be at its hottest, and temperatures can reach over 35 degrees Celsius. The almost always present sea breeze provides some coolness. In September and October the temperature will gradually drop to 22 degrees Celsius and in October it can rain quite a bit, which will help nature to come to life again. On Mallorca it is never really cold.

Palma de Mallorca

In the lively capital Palma de Mallorca you can wander through the streets of the historic centre. Also, you can have some great food in one of the many restaurants. Practically all the nice streets and interesting sights are located in the centre and are difficult to reach by car. Furthermore, because of the lack of parking lots and the short distances it is advisable to explore the city by foot.

NOTE: In 2014, a new rule was introduced to prevent abusive situations. Therefore, swimwear is only permitted on the beach and the promenade. In the city you will risk a fine if you walk around bare-chested or in a bikini top.

Read our travel guide about Palma de Mallorca

Pollença

Pollença lies between two hills and is characterized by narrow, winding streets that are reminiscent of a Moorish medina. The city has managed to preserve its true authenticity. In Pollença you will find few tourist traps: here you can just enjoy good food for a reasonable price. Most bars and restaurants are located on and around Plaça Major. 

Every year in August the main events of Pollença takes place: Festival de Pollença. Many people come to Pollença especially to listen to the classical concerts and jazz music.

Near Pollença you find the port town of Port de Pollença and the Cap de Formentor peninsula. On the other side of the mountain lies Cala San Vincenç, a village consisting of three beautiful little bays next to each other, great for snorkelling or to enjoy the view from one of the terraces.

Read our travel guide about Pollença

Cala d’Or

Cala d’Or is built around several bays, with on one side the marina, at Cala Llonga, with the yacht club and the upmarket shops and restaurants. In the middle lies the pedestrian area of Cala d’Or and Cala Gran, with numerous restaurants, shops and pubs. On the other side lie Cala Esmeralda and Cala Ferrera, where mostly families with children enjoy themselves. In Cala d’Or you can go shopping until 11PM and gallivant, have drinks and go out until late into the night. In the third week of May there is a jazz festival in Cala d’Or. 

Read our travel guide about Cala d’Or.

Cala d’Or
Cala d’Or

Culture

The mild climate, many hours of sun and the cooling sea breeze invite you to sunbathe, swim and relax, but there is an awful lot more to experience on Mallorca. It is mainly the culture that makes Mallorca so special. You will find the culture in the folk festivals, the architectural styles of churches, monasteries, mansions and palaces, in eating habits, folk music and in the many crafts that are still practiced here.

Nature

Mallorca’s nature is very versatile. In the Serra de Tramuntana you will find picturesque mountain villages and you will be treated to breath-taking views. Along the coast lie the tourist villages and old fishing ports. On the cliffs you will find ruins of watchtowers and you look out over the sea which usually lies there quietly. Tourists enjoy the beautiful bays, sandy beaches and the historic harbour towns. On the hilltops you will find monasteries, churches or chapels, which offer stunning views over the island. The south is the driest part of Mallorca, with olive trees and carob trees, windmills and salines. The flat midland delivers delicious products you can but at local markets.

Birds are and always were there in abundance, permanently and during migration. On Mallorca, over 2000 different species of birds haven been spotted.

Sports

Due to the varied landscape and the coastal area, various sports activities possible could be executed. Mallorca is the ideal location for sports: golf, cycling, diving, fishing, horseback riding etc.

  • Cycling. Mallorca is very popular amongst cyclists, annually over 80.000 people come to Mallorca just to cycle, both professionals and amateurs.
  • Mountaineering. Climbing routes of various levels can be found at the mountain Sa Gubia, in Bunyola. The locals climb mainly during the weekend in the afternoon. Are you looking for more quietness then go during weekdays in the morning.
  • Golf. On Mallorca you can find over 20 beautiful golf courses. Nowhere in Europe you will be able to find so much diversity this close to each other. A total of 396 holes that offer a challenge for every handicap and age.
  • Diving & Snorkeling. The underwater world is most beautiful around nature reserves as the archipelago of Cabrera, near Sa Dragonera and El Toro because the sea life there is very diverse. However, you can find beautiful underwater scenes along the rocky coast, even if you only snorkel.
  • Water sports.The island is a paradise for water sports fanatics. Sailing, canoeing, windsurfing or cruising on a motorboat. In each coastal town you will find several suppliers.

Art

The many churches, monasteries, chapels, palaces and country houses are works of art in themselves, and often these impressive buildings are filled with paintings, sculptures, ceramics and other artefacts. Most museums are to be found in Palma, galleries you will find everywhere and on many roundabouts you will see a sculpture. World famous artists have worked on Mallorca, such as Picasso, Miró and Gaudí.

Mallorca
Mallorca
Mallorca

With the kids

Mallorca is a fantastic island to go to with children. The many beaches have great fine-grained sand with crystal clear water. But of course there are many more great things to do! For example:

  • Waterpark Aqualand El Arenal is with its seventeen attractions a great getaway with the kids.
  • Escape from the sun, or even better a rainy day, with a visit to the Palma Aquarium. Suitable both with and without children.
  • Experience being Tarzan in the Jungle Parc, located in a wooded area of 9 hectares.
  • Check out the baby ostriches or climb on an adult one on ostrich farm Artestruz.
  • Swim safely on the beach of Port d’Alcúdia. This area offers one of the longest beaches of the island and is ideal for families with small children, as the water only gradually becomes deeper.
  • Imagine yourself as a true knight in the castle ruins of Capdepera. Especially worth a visit during May, because during one weekend there is a medieval market with street theatre and music.
  • Discover the wildlife in the Safari Zoo. In this safari park you can make a three kilometre ride in your own car or in a small train, which brings you along the lions, tigers, and giraffes. And before you will know it, a monkey will be hanging on your car!
  • With an old-fashioned train to Port de Sóller
  • To the beautiful stalactite caves Cuevas de Artá
  • Discover the underwater world with a glass-bottom boat.
  • A boat trip to the protected islands Cabrera.

Gastronomy

The diversity in landscape and nature can be found back in the crops that are grown and the products that are made. A variety of fruits, vegetables, all kinds of herbs, olives, almonds, honey, wine, fish and meat. Visit one of the many markets and you will be surprised by the indigenous delicacies. Especially the indoor markets in Palma offer ingredients even for the most demanding cook.

The kitchen on Mallorca is a mix of influences from all populations who came throughout the centuries. Seafood and fish are very common on the menu. Meat is usually pork or rabbit. Also chicken, turkey, partridge and quail are eaten here a lot. The best known local specialities are sobrasada (dried sausage made of raw pork, paprika and herbs) and ensaïmada (rolled dough with a little lard and powdered sugar).

Daily schedule

Just like the Spanish mainland, people eat more often than in Northern-Europe. Breakfast exists of a cup of coffee with milk, tea or hot chocolate with toast and around eleven o’clock a second cup of coffee with a sweet roll or pa amb oli: toast with grated tomato. Lunch starts from 14:00 and is the main meal existing of three courses. The lunch menu is called menú del dia and for around €10 you will receive a healthy meal, including water or wine. After that comes the siesta. The tapas arrive on the table between 18:00 and 19:00. From 21:00’s dinner. Many places have tapas evening on Thursday evening. Stroll around through the village and take different tapas in each bar with a drink, for €1.

Mallorca has several distilleries where herbal bitters and liquors are made based on fruits or almonds. Furthermore, the wine culture has flourished during the last fifty years. The winemakers work artisanal. There are two wine regions: DO Binissalem and PO Pla i Llevant. They produce red, white and rosé wines. A single winery also produces cava, a kind of champagne.

Holiday homes on Mallorca

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Pollença
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Can Fiol is an imposing stone-built villa with modern interiors and superb outdoor areas. The private swimming pool is set within extensive gardens with lawn offering excellent opportunities for outdoor living and dining (including a fantastic poolside kitchen area). Great location close to Puerto Pollensa! Three steps lead up to the entrance terrace (there is also a ramp up). Double wooden doors lead into a large hallway. There is a marble finish throughout the ground floor and staircase. The kitchen suite comprises of a walk-in utility room and large kitchen diner. The kitchen has doors to two sides of the room which lead out to the surrounding terraces. The breakfast area has an aluminium and glass topped table with brightly coloured orange chairs. From the hallway a large dining room/lounge with two sets of glass double doors lead out onto the rear terrace. Going out of the lounge through sliding glass double doors and back into the hallway, there is a guest toilet and a twin bedroom which has double doors leading out into the garden. Off of this bedroom is an en suite walk in shower room. Back into the hallway a staircase leads up the first floor. On the left is a further twin bedroom with an en suite shower room. Double doors lead out on to a shared terrace. The master bedroom has a 2m bed. Double glass sliding doors lead out to the shared terrace. An en suite full bathroom with separate walk in shower completes this master room. From the upstairs terrace are commanding views of the mountains and countryside surrounding the property. The rear terracing follows the full length of the villa and has rattan sofa, chairs and occasional tables for relaxing. From this terrace a path lead across to the poolside shower and purpose built covered BBQ. The gardens are set to grass and shrubs with the pool surrounded by small trees. Lighting is set around the gardens and pool area. SWIMMING POOL: W 12m x 6m (D 0.6m -1.8m) Salt water pool with Roman steps. Setup Surface: 300m2, grounds: 4000m2. Ground floor: Entrance, guest toilet, dining area / lounge, kitchen, utility room, twin bedroom, bathroom with shower. First floor: Twin bedroom with bathroom en-suite, master bedroom with walk-in closet and bathroom en-suite.    Interior Air conditioning, Wifi internet, DVD, HIFI, TV with satellite, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge / freezer, microwave, iron + board.   Exterior SWIMMING POOL: W12m x 6m (D 0.6m -1.8m) Salt water pool with Roman steps. Electric gate, parking, garden with lawn, coverred terrace with barbecue, fridge and sink, sun beds, dining table, breakfast table.    Situation Between Puerto Pollenca and Alcudia - Mallorca (north) - Balearic Islands - Spain   Distances Beach 4.4km / Pollença 4.2km / Port Pollença 4.5km / Cala St Vicente 7.2km / Alcudia 8.6km / Golf 8.1km / Supermarket 5.2km / Restaurant 4.4km ETV-1217   Views Garden, fields, hills.   Comments Bed linen and bath towels are included. First baby bed and first high chair included. As a general rule you receive cleaning twice a week. Linen is changed weekly for two week stays. Additional costs: reservation costs €20, local Ecotax.Heating, using the air conditioning system on a warm setting, is included in the price for holidays between 29th March - 1st November. This is on a timer and is available for use between 14:00-16:00hours and 20:00-08:00 hours.License number: ETV-1217  
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Ref: 5767
Pollença
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Casablanco Carbo - Phenomenal located Ibiza - style house by the sea on Mallorca, with private pool, internet, air conditioning and sea views, sleeps 6 people.   Casablanca Carbo enjoys a unique location, just above the unspoilt Cala San Vicente. This whitewashed villa offers spectacular panoramic views to the sea as well as extensive terraces for exciting outdoor living. The attractive kidney-shaped private swimming pool is the perfect spot for relaxing hours under the sun.   The villa entrance leads into a hallway with doors off on both sides one of which is a small single bedroom. Next to this is a shower room. There is also a further twin bedroom and a master bedroom. All the bedrooms have air conditioning. The family bathroom has a full size bath with shower over.   The kitchen is well equipped and has a walk in pantry. Off the kitchen is a door leading to the path around the side of the villa and a small terrace with look-out points. The L-shaped dining room/lounge is tastefully furnished in neutral shades of cream and browns. The lounge area comprises of two seating areas - one set up as a TV area. The far wall of the lounge has a wood burning stove feature. Large glass doors lead out to a covered terrace.   Outside via the lounge is a covered terrace with a glass table and chairs for outside dining and a few steps down to the kidney-shaped swimming pool with two semi circular steps into the pool. A little further round from here is the first terrace look-out point where you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the mountains as they end and the sea begins. From here there is a full 180º view.   To the other side of the property is another look-out terrace this time with bench seating and views out to sea. Here you can watch the passing small sailing boats.    Setup Entrance, bedroom with bunk beds, one bedroom with two single beds, master bedroom with two beds, bathroom with shower, bathroom with bath, kitchen, pantry, living room.     Interior Wifi internet, airconditioning in bedrooms, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, Hifi, fridge/freezer.     Exterior SWIMMING POOL: W 7.5m x 3.5m (D 1.25m - 1.7m - 1.9m) Kidney shaped & Roman steps, garden, covered and uncovered terraces, garden furniture.     Situation Cala San Vicente - Majorca - Spanien     Distances Beach 1.6km / Cala San Vicente 1.6km / Pollensa 9.0km / Puerto Pollensa 10.0km / Golf 12.3km / Local Supermarket 2km / Restaurant 1.6km     Views Sea, mountains, bay.     Comments Bed linen and bath towels are included. First baby bed and first high chair included. As a general rule you receive cleaning twice a week. Linen is changed weekly for two week stays. Additional costs: reservation costs €20, local Ecotax.   Heating, using the air conditioning system on a warm setting, is included in the price for holidays between 29th March - 1st November 2016. This is on a timer and is available for use between 14:00-16:00hours and 20:00-08:00 hours.     License number: ETV-1193
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Cala d'Or
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Two-storey villa that enjoys a lot of natural light. Open plan living room, dining area and kitchen. From the living area, there is access to porch at front of the villa with a sitting area overlooking the pool. From the kitchen a side sliding door connects to a small porch with a dining table. The ground floor offers also a double bedroom with en suite shower room and a twin bedroom with semi-integrated shower room. On the first floor we find two further bedrooms. The master double bedroom has a dressing area, semi-integrated shower room and access to its own terrace. The last one is a twin bedroom with en suite shower room. Setup   Ground floor:Kitchen 1: Ceramic glass cooktop, Microwave, Toaster, Dishwasher, electric oven, Kettle, Fridge/freezer, Electric coffee machine, TerraceLiving room 1: A/C warm/cold, Smart TV, Netflix, TerraceDining room 1: A/C warm/cold, TerraceBedroom 1: A/C warm/cold, Double bed: 200x200cmBedroom 2: A/C warm/cold, 2 single beds: 100x200cmBathroom 1: en suite to bedroom nº: 1, Shower, Washbasin, WCBathroom 2: en suite to bedroom nº: 2, Shower, Washbasin, WC First floor:Bedroom 1: A/C warm/cold, Double bed: 200x200cm, Terrace, Dressing roomBedroom 2: A/C warm/cold, 2 single beds: 90x190cmBathroom 1: en suite to bedroom nº: 1, Shower, Washbasin, WCBathroom 2: en suite to bedroom nº: 2, Shower, Washbasin, WC   Interior   Quiet location, plot qm: 780, habitable surface qm: 180, A/C warm/cold, Timetable A/C: 24h., Safe, WIFI   Exterior   Pool size: 7m x 4m., Depth min: 1 m., Depth max: 1.40 m. Covered terrace, Outdoor dining area, Chill out area, Sunbeds: 8, Portable bbq, Outdoor shower, Lawn, Parking on the plot   Situation   Cala d'Or - Balearic - Mallorca - Spain   Distances   Centre: 800 m., Supermarket: 600 m., Shopping area: 800 m., Bars: 800 m., Restaurants: 800 m.,Beach: 450 m., Cala Esmeralda, Market: 1 km., Airport: 60 km., Harbour palma: 72 km., Palma city: 68 km., Golf: 9 km.   Views   Sea view and garden view   Comments   Sheets, towels for the use of the house, tea towels, final cleaning and expenses (electricity, water, gas) are included in the price.The first cot and high chair are included in the price. The second crib or chair has a cost of € 5 per night each. Extra Expenses: Damage deposit: €300, Ecotax. Licencia: ETV/8067   
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ETV/5915
Cala d'Or
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Villa Sa Goleta is located on the port of Cala d'Or and has two floors. The bedrooms and bathrooms are upstairs. From the entrance/hallway, on the right side there are two twin bedrooms -one with access to a terrace-, a single bedroom and a bathroom. On the other side of the hall there is a single bedroom, a double bedroom with access to a terrace and a separate bathroom. The last bedroom has a double bed, en-suite bathroom and access to a terrace.   From the hall, the stairs lead to the lower floor where the spacious living room and dining room are, both with access to the covered terrace and to the pool and garden. Bathroom with bathtub. The spacious kitchen also has access to the outside.   You overlook the bay and harbour. The beautifully situated swimming pool measures 10 x 5 meters and is surrounded by a lawn. There is a barbecue, sunbeds, garden furniture and a covered terrace.   All bedrooms have air conditioning and of course there is WiFi internet in the house. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, ceramic hob, oven, fridge-freezer, toaster, Nespresso machine and a microwave.   Included in the price are bed linen, towels for the house, tea towels, final cleaning and other costs (electricity, water, gas). The first cot and the high chair are included in the price. The second cot or high chair costs 5€ per night each.
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VT-1608
Cala d'Or
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Pollença
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The beautiful Finca Gloria is a traditional villa built in Majorcan stone and set in a spacious garden with a small pond, barbecue and large terraces overlooking the beautiful pool. Finca Gloria is located in a quiet area, ideal for couples or smaller parties looking for a peaceful and relaxing holiday.   Both bedrooms in the villa have beamed ceilings - the first is a double bedroom with en-suite shower room on the ground floor and the other is a twin bedroom, an open plan bedroom with en-suite bathroom on the first floor.   Elsewhere there is a large living and dining room with fireplace and beamed ceilings. Patio doors lead from here to the garden and pool area. A fully equipped kitchen makes gourmet dining easy. The ground floor also offers a guest toilet.   Design 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms/showers, 1 double bedroom with en-suite shower room, 1 twin bedroom with en-suite shower room, air con in bedrooms, DVD, Hi Fi, Kitchen Lounge/Dining, Microwave, cot included, high chair included, Plasma TV, satellite TV, utility room, washing machine/dishwasher, WIFI.     Exterior Pool: W 10m x 5m (D 1m - 2m) Step ladder, uncovered and covered terraces, covered BBQ.     Location Pollensa - Majorca - Spain     Distances Approximate distances by car: Pollensa 1.5km / Puerto Pollensa 9.3km / Cala St. Vicente 9.9km / Beach 8.3km / Golf 3.2km / Supermarket 1.5km / Restaurant 1.5km.     view View of the mountain Puig de Maria     Comments Bed linen and towels are included. First baby bed and first high chair included. As a general rule you will receive cleaning twice a week. Linen is changed weekly for stays of two or more weeks. Additional costs: reservation costs €20, local Ecotax.   Heating, use of the air conditioning as a heat source, is included in the price for a holiday between 29 March and 1 November. This is on a timer and is available for use between 2pm-4pm and 8pm-8am.     License number: ETV-1723
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ETV-13563
Cala d'Or
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This wonderfully spacious villa on the beautiful east coast of Mallorca has three bedrooms and three bathrooms, making it perfect for a stay with six people.   The house is entirely on one level, even with the garden and the swimming pool. The garden has grass, so it is great to play on. The swimming pool measures approximately 7 x 3 meters. There are several terraces, so you can choose shade or enjoy the sun. Of course there is a nice fixed barbecue.   Upon entering, you go through the hall to the living room with open kitchen. From here you can also walk straight through to the covered terrace, the garden and the swimming pool.   The kitchen is equipped with all conveniences, such as a dishwasher, ceramic hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, coffee machine (capsules), fridge-freezer, oven.   The spacious living room has a TV with English satellite reception.   The three double bedrooms all have an ensuite bathroom. Two with a shower and one bathroom with a bath and shower. The bedrooms have air conditioning with a timer so that it can only be used in the evening and at night and you can sleep well.   The luxurious port of Cala d'Or, including some nice restaurants, is about 500 meters from the house. The center of Cala d'Or, with all kinds of shops and entertainment, is about 2 kilometers away. The nearest beach is about 700 meters away. The airport of the capital Palma de Mallorca is about 65 kilometers away and a beautiful golf course is 10 kilometers away.   Included in the price are bed linen, towels for the house, tea towels, final cleaning and other costs (electricity, water, gas). The first cot and high chair are included in the price. The second cot or high chair costs 10€ per night each.
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Calonge
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This lovely large villa is located less than 4 kilometers from the beaches and restaurants of Cala d'Or in Mallorca! Ideal for a stay with small children, because the swimming pool is fenced and surrounded by a large artificial lawn.   The villa is located near the town of Calonge, just 3.7 km from the beautiful sandy beaches of this part of Mallorca. The shops and restaurants are also within a short distance, so you can make full use of them, but are away from the hustle and bustle.   The holiday home has five double bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The house consists of two floors. On the ground floor the spacious living room with direct access to the covered terrace and the garden. On one side of the living room is the spacious open kitchen with all facilities, plus a utility room where the washing machine is located, among other things. On the other side of the living room is a spacious double bedroom with ensuite bathroom. There is also a guest toilet on the ground floor.     On the top floor there are two bedrooms with a double bed and two bedrooms with two single beds. These four bedrooms together have two bathrooms, one of which has a shower and a separate bath and the other has a shower. A large roof terrace is also at your disposal on this floor.   Next to the house is a beautiful porch with barbecue and an outdoor shower. Of course there are sunbeds and other outdoor furniture.   The swimming pool is 10 meters long and 4.5 meters wide. You can park on site, inside the fence.     The house has air conditioning, which can be used between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. If you also want to use the air conditioning during the day, a surcharge of EUR 25 applies.     Bed linen, towels and final cleaning are included. For a stay of two weeks, extra cleaning will be done after a week and you will receive new linen. A cot and/or high chair can be supplied on request.
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