Mallorca is the largest of the four Balearic Islands with a population of 700,000 residents – a figure which is greatly augmented from May through until the end of September when millions of tourists descend on the island, as this is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Spain boasting breathtaking beaches and scenery as well as a host of things to do and see.

Mallorca was returned to Spanish rule after centuries of Moorish domination in the early 13th century.  A victory marked by the laying of foundations for what is now Palma cathedral on the site of the Moors main mosque by Jaime II, son of the liberator of the island, Jaime I.

Over the years Mallorca has been a very popular holiday haunt of the rich and famous.  Chopin and George Sands enjoyed a sabbatical on the island – as did Miro and Robert Graves – whilst more recently the island has welcomed VIP visitors such as Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones.

The island is essentially split into two halves.  The south earned a somewhat downmarket reputation during the 1980´s as the Club 18-30´s crowd partied in mega resorts such as Magaluf – a legacy that is still being shaken off today – whilst the north of the island is regarded as a bit more sophisticated, home to historic towns such as Pollensa and attractive resorts such as Alcudia.

Holidaymakers arrive at the island’s sole international airport at Palma before onward transfer to one of twenty resorts dotted around Mallorca, most of which are at least an hour’s transfer time away.

The north coast is home to destinations such as Puerto Pollensa, which is the coastal cousin of the inland town of Pollensa – a former Roman settlement and boasts high standards of accommodation, great beaches and excellent restaurants.

Further along the northern coast lies the resort of Alcudia which is home to the largest beach on Mallorca, extending for around 8km – making it a very popular choice with families, whilst on the east coast Cala Dor is a popular and modern resort with seven separate sandy coves.

Palma is the cultural heart of the island as well as the islands’ capital and is home to a host of historic buildings and museums, whilst also offering a fine selection of shops and restaurants.

Getting to Mallorca is simple as flights to the island are available from most mainland European countries.  Whilst a regular ferry service also sails from both Valencia and Barcelona.

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