Magaluf

Get into the festive spirit at Palma's annual Christmas Fair.

The Puerto Portals Christmas Market is one of the most popular in Mallorca and it will be open until January.

The glamorous marina of Port Adriano are setting up an eco-friendly ice rink on their marina. Come and ice skate with the whole family for free!

The charming Pueblo Español, a reconstructed Spanish village near the centre of Palma, turns into an outdoor market at the beginning of December. 

The fiesta of the oriental kings (Els Reis) is celebrated in memory of the three wise men who brought gold, frankincense and myrrh to the baby Jesus. 

The Fiesta Sant Sebastià is one of the biggest festivals in Mallorca. It takes place every January to celebrate the patron saint of the capital, Saint Sebastian.

Attracting thousands of tourists annually and especially popular with Brits and package holiday makers, Palmanova is a purpose built resort next to Magaluf in south west Majorca. Palma Nova actually hosts three separate ‘Blue Flag’ beach areas, Playa de Palmanova, Playa Son Matias and Playa Es Carregador.

Cala Falco is a very pretty and small beach, surrounded by rocky outlets and pine. It is most famous for the trendy beach bar and restaurant that sits in the middle, attracting some of Mallorca's most affluent clientele. situated in the south west of Mallorca. The sea is clear and shallow, and the beach is narrow but deep,

Follow a rugged track through pine wood forest to find this beautiful cove on the western tip of Palma Bay. No public transport will bring you here, so you’ll need to taxi through Calvia’s residential streets, or drive from Magaluf or Palma Nova before walking the last stretch to the bay. Ultimately, the best way to arrive here is on the water by boat, with a decent depth and sandy seabed both perfect for anchoring.

Playa Oratori is the popular local beach for Portals Nous and Puerto Portals.

The beach at Santa Ponsa is a lovely golden sandy beach in the heart of the resort, backed by shady pine trees for when you need some respite from the heat.

Only 9km from the capital of Palma, Illetas is a holiday resort claiming three picture-perfect beaches. Illetas beach is the main beach, and is more sheltered than the huge stretch of sand that makes up the beach in front of Palma's cathedral, making this one of the nicest beaches in the Bay of Palma.

“Savour by the sea” whilst overlooking the idyllic golden sand and turquoise waters of SonMatias Beach in Palma Nova.

With a large wooden terrace surrounding a 350 year old olive tree just 20 minutes from Palma, this waterfront haven offers a wide variety of locally sourced produce, including organic homegrown fruit and vegetables. 

This restaurant is set within the Nikki Beach Club and provides a fantastic dining experience for both lunch by the beach and dinner under the stars.

An avant-garde space on Son Matias beach in Palma Nova where the sea, the sun, and gastronomy come together to offer you a unique experience for your senses.

Another of the clubs belonging to the Magaluf Club Pass, this place has plenty of celebrity nights and guest DJs.

Enjoy regular live music from well-known DJs on the island with stunning views over Palma Nova Bay.

Titos Calvia Beach was born in 2021 is already playing host to some of the biggest parties on the island. 

Overlooking the beautiful beach of Palmanova, Barbuda Beach Bar & Grill offers fresh Mediterranean food cooked on their open BBQ and the finest cocktails created by experienced mixologists.

This beach bar is set within the Nikki Beach Club and is the ideal place to relax and unwind in the sun and on the sand.

One of the biggest names in Mallorca's club scene, this nightclub in Magaluf hosts some of the best-known names in the dance music world. 

In the heart of Magaluf, you'll find the House of Katmandu, an interactive theme park like no other. Inside, you'll find games, illusions, robotics, a laser shooting game, two mini golf courses and a 4D cinema ride.

Funny beach operates on Magaluf Beach, in front of MH Royal Beach, just down from Pirates.

A nice quiet route, if you stay away from the main roads and enjoy these resorts in a more laid back fashion.

A fairly easy cycle with a few hills to get the lungs and heart going - be careful of the midday sun!

Enjoy a flat route by the sea that is completely on purpose made cycle paths so that it is safe for all the family to cycle. It takes you from the capital city of Palma to the beach resort area of Playa de Palma.

Palma is a really bike friendly city. The giveaway is the prominent red cycle route running all along the Paseo Maritimo and through the city centre. The weather is perfect for it too. Despite the obvious benefits of urban exploration on two wheels, Palma on Bike was my first experience of cycling in the capital. 

On Saturday we hired bikes and set off on a hot afternoon to explore the beaches of Palma Bay. A shoreline cycle path runs from the northern end of Palma docks all the way to the resort S’Arenal in the south.

A flat road cycle but at a distance of 60km this could be a long ride for a beginner so be prepared!

Once again, using my trusted hiking book ‘Mallorca, the finest coastal and Mountain walks’ by Rolf Goetz, I found a wonderful coastal hike from Portals Vells to Cala Figuera Lighthouse. A lovely, short and relatively easy hike makes it a contender for the best year-round walk in Mallorca.

Puigpunyent is located on the south-west of the island. This walk provides some magnificient scenery without having to leave the road, which goes from Capdellà to Puigpunyent. The route takes in a series of ascents and descents, and cuts across woods and fields, with different views at each curve of the road.

Camp de Mar is a purpose built beach resort with a really lovely beach, located on the south-west coast of Mallorca. This walk takes you along the coast and then over to Port Andratx, with an optional continuation to Sa Mola on the peninsula.

Andratx is located in the south-west of Mallorca. From Andratx, the walk begins in the direction of S'Arracó, three kilometres away. A short rest in this delightful village gives you enough time for a visit to the parish church, where there is a statue of the Virgin "Our Lady of la Trapa".

This famous walk runs from Port d'Andratx, in the south-west of Mallorca, all the way to Port de Pollença, in the north-west, following ancient cobbled paths through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range.

From a distance this mountain looks like an impossible challenge, but the route is well graded with a handful of paths leading to its summit.

Funny beach operates on Magaluf Beach, in front of MH Royal Beach, just down from Pirates.

Spacious five-bedroom villa with private heated pool, classic Mallorcan features, and a wealth of thoughtful facilities.

This elegant villa, set within the private Son Bunyola Estate, combines modern comforts with a serene atmosphere to ensure a truly relaxing holiday in Mallorca.

Historic four-bedroom villa with a unique bedroom set in a turret, private heated pool, and stunning coastline views.

Cosy family house of 270 m² in the centre of Valldemossa. High quality finishings and modern equipment, swimming pool (5 x 5 m) and large terrace. An ideal accommodation for a perfect holiday in the Serra de Tramuntana. 

Villa Can Sort is located in a picturesque setting surrounded by the Serra de Tramuntana, for a relaxing holiday. It is a short drive from the old town of Soller, as well as the beach and restaurants of Puerto de Soller. 

Beautifully located amongst pine and wild olive trees on the edge of the pretty rural town of Lloret lies Sa Rota de Ca'n Blanc, a charming and comfortable country hideaway from which to experience and explore the rural heartland of Mallorca.

Formerly the Beach House Hotel, and located on the beach front near Magaluf, this hotel is packed full of funky modern furniture with bold and bright styling throughout.

Set against the stunning Tramuntana mountains and the dazzling Mediterranean Sea, this elegant resort is an exquisite pièce de résistance embracing luxurious resort living and their signature butler service.

Part of the prestigious Melia hotel chain, this establishment is located very close to the beach and open year-round.

Formerly the Sol Antillas Hotel, and located on the beachfront near Magaluf with spectacular views of the Bay of Palma, this hotel has been recently renovated.