West of Mallorca: diversity and tradition

The west of the island is closer to the airport and the capital city and also provides a great choice of leisure activities and excellent infrastructure.

Located in the far southwest of the island is Andratx, a town of Roman origin with an exclusive ambience and excellent contemporary art galleries. Puerto de Andratx is better known for its steep slopes and houses owned by millionaires. Nearby are also some of the most elegant places in Mallorca and the most exclusive marinas in Europe, Puerto Portals and Port Adriano.

We continue with the town of Palmanova, a place that has something for all tastes and ages, with a long stretch of white-sand beach which has been awarded a blue flag. Nearby Santa Ponsa, a tourist destination in the municipality of Calvià, is also ideal for family travel thanks to a wide range of bars and restaurants, numerous leisure activities and facilities, and beaches with shallow waters.

Area attractions:

• Near Palma and the airport
• Excellent infrastructure
• An air of exclusivity
• Evening entertainment
• Blue flag beaches
• Ideal for all ages

East of Mallorca: the quietest part of the island

Peacefulness, fishing villages, crystal-clear waters ... Sounds good, right? The east of Mallorca extends from Portocolom to Colonia de Sant Pere and includes inland towns such as Artá. The region is known locally as Llevant and has many villages which are completely off the tourist radar with longstanding traditions and a typically Mallorcan flavour.

The beauty of the local beaches and coves, many of them surrounded by mountains, contrasts with the rest of the island. Cala Mesquida is one of the most beautiful of them all and has spectacular turquoise waters and a location which makes it popular among surfers.

Ah! And if you’re a wine lover, you’re in luck. The east of the island has particularly good conditions for growing grapes. Some of the local bodegas are well worth a visit and you can see how wine was traditionally produced and also get a taste of the intense flavours.

Area attractions:

• Heavenly beaches and coves
• Underground caves
• Ideal for a visit with your partner or friends
• Excellent cuisine
• Authentic Mallorcan atmosphere
• Surfing
• Ideal for wine lovers

We hope that helps you

Whatever area you choose, a visit to Palma, the capital of the island, is a must. You will be surprised by the amount of history in its streets and the beauty of some of the buildings. Stroll through the alleys of the old town and visit all the museums you can.

Whatever your choice, a getaway break will be unforgettable and truly wonderful. Mallorca is synonymous with idyllic beaches, nature, golf, water sports, culture, cuisine, tradition and fun.