How to prepare your trip to Mallorca

Tips on how to prepare for the perfect trip to Mallorca Flights to Mallorca; reserve them in advance

The first thing you need to do without a doubt is to look for flights, especially in high season. Mallorca is a very popular tourist destination and in high season you can often be surprised to find that there are no seats available on your selected dates. For this reason here at Zafiro Hotels, we recommend that you start your search well in advance and don´t forget to compare prices because as well securing your selected flights you can also save money by finding cheap flights to Mallorca. 

So once you are sure of the dates on which you wish to travel, search the various flight comparison websites looking at which airlines fly to, the paradise that is, Mallorca. Our best advice is don't wait too long to begin your hunt for flights, the closer the date gets to your holiday, the bigger the increase can be in the price of your airline tickets. We would also recommend that you think about your mode of transport once you are on the island. If you are travelling to Mallorca with the family, renting a car allows you to move around the island in a comfortable and fast way. Another option perhaps for the more adventurous couples is to rent a bike for a complete Mediterranean experience. You can discover the coast by bike, avoid the traffic jams and can park your bikes near to wonderful scenic coves; Mallorca by bike is without a doubt the perfect option for groups of friends or couples who want to enjoy their holiday to the fullest.

Finding the best Hotels in Mallorca For that perfect vacation, you need the perfect Hotel. Zafiro Hotels has 12 wonderful hotels for families and adults, 11 of them in Mallorca.  All our hotels offer premium levels of comfort, design and personalized service. We cherish each and every one of our guests, ensuring that their stay with us is an unforgettable experience. We also have hotels ideal for families, with activities for the youngest family members and special chill out areas where adults can unwind and enjoy a moment to themselves while the children have fun in the big pools and enjoy all the activities especially designed for them. Discover our hotels IN MALLORCA; you will find Zafiro Hotels in Muro, Playa de Muro, Can Picafort, Port D´ Alcudia, Calviá (Palmanova and Santa Ponsa) and Capdepera.

Activities in Mallorca to help you enjoy your holiday to the maximum

To make the most of your holiday we recommend that you plan some activities during your stay in Mallorca. Outdoor activities are the perfect choice in the spring and summer seasons you can choose from cycling routes, golf and excursions or even rent a boat to discover the island coves and inlets. One of the trips that is almost mandatory when holidaying in Mallorca is a visit to the wonderful mountains of the Sierra de Tramuntana and better still why not time your trip to watch the famous Mallorcan sunset from the wonderful viewpoint of Deià. During autumn and winter we would recommend visiting the beautiful interior villages Mallorca, go shopping, enjoy a Spa day and explore the narrow streets of the capital Palma with its majestic Cathedral.

Take a route to the most beautiful beaches of Mallorca

If you are traveling in spring or summer then you cannot afford to miss the chance to visit the best beaches in Mallorca. The island possesses many wonderful beaches and bays; all with picture postcard views. From the well-known and also safest beaches like Alcudia, to the amazing White Sandy beach of Es Trenc and lastly but not least the idyllic coves like Cala de Moro. Discover more about the beaches of Mallorca. The Mallorcan gastronomy; the Mediterranean diet in its purest state The island´s gastronomic delights are the one of the highlights of any visit to this very important tourist destination.

If you travel to Mallorca then don´t miss out on tasting our Ensaimadas, our Mallorcan black pudding, the Mallorquin frito, the rice dishes and fresh seafood and all the other wonderful local cuisine. One of the many pleasures Mallorca has to offer its visitors is the opportunity to enjoy a drink and to taste some of the exquisite local tapas while sitting on one of its many the wonderful terraces. And don´t forget that all our hotels at Zafiro Hotels offer a wide variety of gastronomy from typical local dishes to the exotic kitchens in our themed restaurants.

And last but not least; The Suitcase!!

When packing your case you have to take into account what the weather is going to be like when you arrive as despite its mild Mediterranean climate a coat is needed to wrap up warm during the coldest months and during the hottest months although it’s not really necessary to remind you, but don´t forget your swimming costume! For those who feel the cold in the evenings a fine cardigan is often enough especially useful if you are staying near the sea where you feel the welcomed fresh sea breeze as the sun goes down. Getting ready for your trip to MALLORCA. To sum it up if you are planning a trip to Mallorca there are 6 things you must do.

• Find cheap flights, don´t forget to compare prices and remember booking ahead can save you money.


• Find the best hotel for your holiday. That means searching and booking a hotel in the ideal location, with all the services you require and if you are traveling with family a hotel that is perfect for both kids and adults


• Find activities to make the most of your holiday in Mallorca.


• Learn which beaches are the safest, the most beautiful and which are the most enjoyable beaches of the island.


• Indulgence in a Passion for  food and enjoy all  the  Mediterranean diet has to offer


• Pack the perfect suitcase for a holiday in Mallorca; research the local climate for the dates you are visiting the island.