Archive for January, 2010

How to Plan a Mallorca family Trip

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

Going to Mallorca with your family to spend your holiday vacation sounds exciting. But it would be more exciting and worth the visit if you know some Majorca family tips. If you are traveling with your kids which are under 16 years of age, getting a passport for them is necessary. You can get the forms from the main offices or you can also apply for it through online. Ideally, the processing of your kid’s passport is good for a couple of weeks or a month. Therefore, if you are planning to visit the city during the summer season, make sure that you plan for it one month or two months before the summer.

The second thing that you should take into account is to look for the various airlines that are ideal for a family having kids. There are airlines that have flight attendants that could watch over the whole family. If you could not afford to look for your kids onboard while flying off to Mallorca, you can always pick this kind of airline, of which there are flight attendants who could replace your role even just for a couple of hours.

Since Mallorca is one of the most visited travel destinations in Spain, the third thing that you should do before going here is to set an itineraries where to go first in the city. This is necessary and recommended, because this is one of the factors that could help you save your money, especially if you are in a budget. Mallorca is a friendly destination; it is an ideal destination for the whole family. Your kids are very much welcome here, they can go anywhere and do anything they want—the Mallorcan can assure tourists that they are always in the safety while enjoying their holiday escapade here in Mallorca.

So if you think this is the place for you, setting a well-organized plan now is necessary.

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Mallorca’s Famous Resorts

Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

Mallorca Beach ResortSince the 1950’s the island of Mallorca has already been renowned to the public as a place of tourism. Mallorca, since then has been a favorite spot of the many holidaymakers because of the magnificent tourist resorts that it has.

Curios to know what are the famous resorts in Mallorca? Well then, continue reading and discover it yourself.

Magaluf—this resort was known as the real deal in the 1950’s when the island was still on the process of promoting Mallorca, as a tourist resort for holiday budget package. Today, the Magaluf resort still remains as one of the most rushing resorts in Mallorca. Magaluf resort’s pubs and clubs allures thousands of partygoers every year and some of the famous DJ’s in Europe performed in the resort’s clubs during the summer season. However, Magaluf resort is not only ideal for partygoers because the resort is also ideal for retired couples, families and lovers. Whatever your status, you are always welcome to Magaluf beach resort.

Santa Posa—the resort is appointed as the third most famous resorts particularly on the south west coast of the island. The resort can be found in the middle of the stunning bay which is in the middle of the resort. Santa Posa can easily be reached by foot. The inviting nightlife and other activities that the resort has would make your vacation here worthy. There is also an area for golf enthusiast here, the Santa Posa Golf Course which is located in the suburb of the resort.

Palma Nova—it is like the Magaluf resort. It is also one of the original mass tourism of Mallorca, but eventually Palma Nova rebranded itself during the recent years because it offers upmarket packages, but if you opt to spend your vacation here there is still a valuable place for the whole family.

Calla Milor—this resort is known as the largest and the most popular resort on the coast island of Mallorca. A great resort for family escapade, the resort is not just all about the beach but it also has an area where you can do bicycling, strolling and just simply sightseeing.

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Superb restaurants in Mallorca

Friday, January 15th, 2010

Mallorca is considered the best travel destination in Spain. But the sun, beach and the outpouring incredible scenery are not just the factors that makes Mallorca the best, but also because of its palatable cuisine and fine superb restaurants. When it comes to restaurants and foods you will be in-loved being in Mallorca. There are so many places to dine and eat around Mallorca, so if you were here take this opportunity to visit and eat meals in Mallorca’s excellent restaurants.

If you were in Pollenca you can try to eat your meals at Celler which is located in Petra. This superb restaurant serves traditional Mallorcan food in a very affordable price. You will love the bread with aioli here as well as their cuttlefish which is cooked perfectly. Though some of the foods being served here are salty but you will love it though and you will love the ambiance as well. For tourists looking to warm themselves in a cold night, this is the best place to head.

Since we’re talking about the foods and fine restaurants to dine in Mallorca why not try as well in S’Atic Restaurants. This prestigious restaurant can be found in Puerto Soller. The Mallorcan food being served here is spectacular, you may not want to leave the place after your meal because aside from the appetizing foods they have you will also like the ambiance.

While if you choose to eat in C’an Gato located on the Calle de la luna Mallorca you will enjoy their local yet basic foods served. They served three kinds of courses that already include water and wine in a very affordable price of only eight euros. But if you opt to eat in a restaurant that offer great view in an elevated location you may like the restaurant located at the top of the Soller Gran hotel. You will enjoy the Mountain View here while eating your food.

These fine and superb restaurants in Mallorca are just some of the many restaurants to visit in the region. There are still various restaurants to try in Mallorca that you should not miss to visit.

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Best attractions to discover in Mallorca

Wednesday, January 6th, 2010

Mallorca CaveIf you talk about the leading summer destination in Spain Mallorca is the place to be. The plenty of attractions that it has are the main factors why Mallorca has been visited by millions of tourists coming from the different countries. Tourists love to swim in Mallorca’s resorts and beaches because most of the beaches here are pristine with white, glimmering and powder like sand. Since Mallorca as well is considered as the capital of Palma de Mallorca it is here where various tourists’ attraction is found.

The attractions to be found here include the historical centre, the Placa Major, the Placa d’Espanya and the live harbour. If you love to explore and discover new things around you, then you should not miss to visit the spacious caves within the island. Caves are the best option to go if you are looking for a place that is adventurous and away from the beaches. But if you came here with your family, the Aquacity and its various numerous water slides as well as the Marineland theme park is the best place to be especially if you have kids with you. Some of the tourist attractions to visit in Mallorca are the following.

  • Placa Major—known as the 19th-century square in Mallorca, the square is a perfect destination to dine in one of the superb restaurants and cafés located along the square. It is also a great place to buy souvenirs. While in the center of Placa Major settled the market stalls that sells various handicrafts. From here you can also find a stage where many entertainer and musician performed.
  • Placa d’Espanya—this is the transport hub of the island. While in the center of Placa d’Espanya can be seen the equestrian statue of Jaume I, known as the Conquistador of Mallorca.
  • Mallorca Harbour—designated as Mallorca’s harbourfront. It is overlooked by the grand La Seu Cathedral. It is always busy with boats, yachts and fishermen. While nearby is located an excellent restaurant that offers stunning views.

Above are just the few of the best destination to see in Mallorca, if you want to know more about the region’s incredible scenery plan ahead and research thoroughly the internet.

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Blissful Escapade in Mallorca

Monday, January 4th, 2010

Mallorca is one of the holiday destination with million of devotees and the number is still growing. It is one holiday destination with enough space to house all kinds of travel guest. You can be a young couple to a retiree couple to a lively group of friends.

Mallorca Holidays is noted for its party atmosphere all night long and all day long. Yet, many will still argue that Mallorca Holidays can also be celebrated with enough privacy and tranquility. You many find these beautiful and secluded locations in many Mallorca’s peaceful enclaves.

Blissful escapades may mean so many things to so many people. So one blissful holiday activity in mallorca is party hopping. Resorts held parties for guest and sometimes they open their guests to visiting guest from other resorts so everybody can party all night long.

Mallorca Resorts are located side by side so you can hop from one resort to another and of course enjoy one activity to another. You will experience how the night and a few lit bonfire changes the aura of the sand and lapping of the waves.

Many enjoy the dance fire being held in the resort. Or the many games that each resorts held. Do not miss the live bands and the dancing with glass of sangria in your hands.

Or simply the watching of the passers by and the party goers passes you while drinking your hot chocolate. Though, many consider this as a tame activity; a handful enjoys this people watching activity. You will see and you will learn so many things by just observing how the locals and guest interact with each other.

One mallorca activity that I truly enjoy but needs a healthy and hearty appetite is restaurant hopping. You can do this in a few hours and perhaps in a night. You will taste Spain’s best in Mallorca.

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