Mallorca: 10 reasons to visit this paradisiacal paradise

Nature

If the Oscars had a nomination for Nature, Mallorca would definitely take the prize, because it is so beautiful! Mountains and picturesque bays, kilometers long beaches of pure milk-white sand and piercing azure of the sky and sea, olive groves and orchards - here at every step you want to stop and admire the beauty of local flora, which penetrates even into the cities. Mallorca is always in bloom, which makes the island always has a festive atmosphere.

Climate

Mallorca is a tourist's paradise. You can see for yourself: it is never too hot or too cold, both in summer and in the low season (November-March) the weather is warm, and in coastal areas even on the hottest day the sea breeze is pleasantly refreshing, not letting you fry like toast. In spring, the air warms up to +17-23 °C (you can sunbathe as early as April, but it's a bit early to swim), and even in winter the daytime temperature does not fall below +15 °C!

Price

Mallorca, despite popular belief, is an island for tourists of almost any income. Of course, there are places where only VIPs have a rest, but otherwise the island is full of places where you can relax quite inexpensively. You can find a good new hostel for only €20 a night, and cheap public transportation (€1.5 ticket) allows you to get almost anywhere on the island and see everything you are interested in.

However, it should be taken into account that in the low season prices here are 2-3 times lower than usual (this also applies to air tickets to Mallorca), so the off-season is no less popular with tourists wishing to familiarize themselves with local attractions than the high season. The beach season lasts here from April to October, and its peak is in the hot summer months.

Beaches

Mallorca is more than 200 beaches for every taste: stretching for kilometers or in small cozy bays with clear azure water and snow-white sand. There are beaches for family vacations and secluded corners, where it is great to relax alone or as a couple. For example, the beach Caló des Moro is very popular with vacationers, so in the summer it is all crowded. But it is better to swim here in June and September - there are fewer people and the water is just perfect.

Cala S'Almunia is a neighbor of the previous one, but it is much calmer. The cove, where the beach is located, seems to have been created for a peaceful vacation against the backdrop of beautiful nature. Here you can dive off the rocks or snorkel - your choice.

The shallow beach of Cala Mondrago, which, incidentally, is located in a natural park, is ideal for families with children, as is Playa de Formentor, which is shallow even five hundred meters from the shore. Well, if you want privacy and silence, then Cala Varquez is your choice, as the beach is hidden in a secluded bay away from civilization, surrounded by grottos, caves and mountain streams, and the local views are simply mesmerizing.

Cuisine

Mallorca is not only very beautiful and informative, but also very tasty! The local cuisine is full of fresh vegetables, seafood and meat dishes and you should definitely try to cook something yourself. A morning trip to the market, where the stalls are bursting with the freshest fruits and other delicacies, and fishermen are selling freshly caught seafood, can become a pleasant tradition of your vacation on the island! You can also learn some traditional culinary creations, such as toast with tomato puree and jamon.

Of course, we should not forget about cafes and restaurants, where you will be treated to excellent paella and tapas (traditional Spanish appetizers), seafood dishes and divine desserts (be sure to try "in sei mada" - puff pastry pie with different fillings).

Stunning views

Mallorca is a paradise Spain. It seems as if around every corner there is another breathtaking landscape waiting to be explored. In fact, it is! The island is full of places where you can enjoy breathtaking views, such as Cape Formentor, the observation deck near Playa de Formentor beach, which offers a mesmerizing panorama of the beach and sea from a height of 232 meters, as well as the rocky shores of Cala Mitjana beach and Torre del Verger (drive at sunset!).

Architecture

Thanks to the blending of Arab and Christian culture, the island's architecture is a unique blend of Oriental and Gothic motifs. Elegant palaces, terraces and aqueducts, gardens and churches - Mallorca is a true open-air museum.

Be sure to visit Port de Sóller, where very tasty and sweet oranges are grown, which were once appreciated by the French king himself. By the way, you can get here from Palma by an ancient wooden train - another local attraction.

Don't miss Valldemosa, a cozy and colorful provincial town in the mountains with old stone houses covered with flowers. It is famous for the fact that Georges Sand and Chopin once spent six months there. It is worth seeing the monastery, the old town, the palace and the ancient churches. Also worth seeing are the Formentor Cape with its lighthouse and Talaya Tower, the Almudaina Palace, the Spanish Village where you can see examples of architecture from all over the country, the monasteries of Lluc and Miramar, and the magnificent Alfabia Gardens.

Entertainment

Majorca is good for everyone, whether child or adult, there is something for everyone. You can just lie on the beach for 24 hours, or you can arrange a sightseeing trip (or even a trip!) to the most famous sights of the island. Kids will love the children's parks and beach activities, young people will definitely appreciate the bars and discos, and ladies will be delighted with shopping, especially during the discount season (late June - early July).

Traditions

The inhabitants of the island are very reverent about their traditions, so the island, in addition to the official holidays, of which there are forty in the country, there are many local festivals, fairs and celebrations. The color adds the fact that these events are not ostentatious for the tourist, which gives them a special atmosphere. So you can imagine, Mallorca is one big holiday!

For example, on January 19 and 20, St. Sebastian, the patron saint of the island, is celebrated with festivals, parades, concerts and exhibitions. At the end of February and the beginning of March Mallorca has a grand carnival preceding Lent. In April the locals cheer for yachtsmen at the Princess Sofia Trophy regatta, and on the last Sunday in September they celebrate... the Watermelon Festival!

Summer in Mallorca is marked by the San Juan Festival (June 23), when bonfires are lit on the beach and celebrations last until dawn. On June 30, Maracci hosts the San Marçal festival, during which you can buy local handmade ceramics, and on August 24, the islanders celebrate St. Bartholomew's Day with a colorful children's lantern parade.

Local flavor

Mallorca is more than just unique architecture and colorful traditions. Even everyday life on the island is filled with a unique atmosphere of unhurriedness, as the locals know how to enjoy every day! To get into the spirit of Mallorca, visit the local markets, the island's "calling card", where you can find everything from delicious fruits and vegetables to handicrafts and souvenirs.

And be sure to visit at least a couple of local fairs! After all, they are themed, with their own unique features - from region to region. There's a blacksmith fair in Sencelles, an herbal fair in Selva, a ceramics fair in Maratxi, an olive fair in Caimari, a honey fair in Llubí and a wine fair in Consell, as well as a craft fair and a mushroom fair. All in all, you won't be bored!