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It's one of those boomerang destinations that's kept people coming back time and time again. But scratch Majorca's surface and beneath all that sun, sea and sand lies a conjurer's bag of surprises.
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Chic celebrity bolthole. Bucket and spade superstar. Romantic holiday hideaway. Majorca ticks all these boxes. The biggest of the Balearics, this versatile isle has long been a favourite with the world's travel pack. But never has Majorca enjoyed such a popularity boom as it has done recently. You only have to look at the celebs' holiday habits to see it's well and truly in vogue. Hollywood royalty Catherine Zeta Jones and hubby Michael Douglas have got a place here. Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's just down the road. And Claudia Schiffer has got herself a sprawling southwest estate. But that's not to say a velvet rope surrounds Majorca, reserving it exclusively for the VIPs. Far from it. Families flock to the safe sands of Alcudia, Puerto Pollensa and Cala Bona, bursting beach bags in tow. The party crowd hotfoot it to Magaluf and Palma Nova. And those with their sights set on R&R find room for a sunshine snooze in Camp de Mar and Cala d'Or. And then, of course, there's the star of the island show - Palma. It's a tapas-loving, boutique-brimming capital city where chic meets charm and the pair get along famously. So whether you're a family on a shoestring, a hen party looking to let your hair down or a couple in search of a starry-eyed retreat, Majorca is one of those rare places that fits under the something for everyone' bracket.
Cala Bona/Sa Coma Location On the east coast, approximately 60km from Palma
Transfer Time 1 hour approx
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Holidaymakers of all nationalities enjoy splashing about on Cala Bona's small beaches. When the sun sets, head for one of the many bars or restaurants. Like its neighbours, Cala Bona is quieter in spring and late summer and life is never too vigorous, even in high season. Sa Coma, on the other hand, has a very international feel and is perhaps the most modern resort on Majorca's eastern shores. Its amenities are more emphatically directed towards the family holiday, and the surrounding area offers both tennis and cycling as well as a host of other activities.
Cala d'Or Location On the south east coast, approximately 45km from Palma
Transfer Time 1 hour There's a chicness about Cala d'Or that's unmissable. One of Majorca's most stylish resorts, this marina-centred community is high on the island's rich-and-famous list. Spread around seven south-eastern coves and comprised of whitewashed apartments, villas and restaurants, its epicentre is a glittering, yacht-filled marina. With its stylish, small-town feel, it's a lovely place to lose a few hours.
Highlights
Pirates Adventure
(open mid March-October) Pirates has thrilled more than 3 million people over the past 22 years with its unique mix of spectacle, music, dance and fun. The pirate experience begins even before the show does! As you approach the specially designed theatre, you realise that you're in for a night unlike any other. Our swashbuckling heroes escort you to your table where you feast on buccaneering fayre washed down with flagons of pirate punch. Then the epic tale unfolds all around you as the pirates perform incredible feats and amazing stunts that will take your breath away. The Pirates Adventure is fun for all ages, while the Pirates Uncut is an adults-only version of the show. Choose the Adventure' as a treat for all the family or the Uncut' version for a spicier experience.
Alcudia/Puerto Pollensa Location On the north coast, 45km from Palma
Transfer Time 1 hour approx. Alcudia lies in a large bay boasting a superb beach flanked by a range of amenities geared to holidaymakers. There's little reason for sun seekers to venture anywhere else. One of the prettiest resorts on the north coast, Puerto Pollensa, curves around a magnificent bay with a backdrop of the Sierra Traumontana mountains. Puerto Pollensa's fans - mostly couples and families with older children - appreciate its natural beaches of sand and pebbles.
Son Amar Spectacular
(open April-Oct) Enjoy a star-studded evening of glitz, glamour, music and entertainment. Set in a 16th Century Manor House converted into a state of the art theatre, this cabaret show dazzles its audiences with its creativity, innovation and special effects. Son Amar's dancers are legendary. Experience the real heart and soul of Spain as an explosion of colour and passion fill the stage with the very best in flamenco from the incomparable Carmen Mota.
Palma Nova/Magaluf/Camp de Mar
Location On the southwest coast, 15km from Palma Transfer Time 45 mins to 1 hr 15 mins Popular, friendly Palma Nova is a great choice for an active family holiday. Its safe, sandy beaches are very well kept, with lots of watersports. Magaluf has everything - from fashionable shops to fantastic sights. It's the perfect resort for those who want fun, sun and to party till dawn. By contrast, the resort of Camp de Mar is located on the western side of Majorca and is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Balearics.
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