When most people think of Spain, they think of Ibiza, with its reputation for being a party island and a cheap holiday destination for families. Majorca tends to get overlooked, but is an amazingly pretty island that could rival its sisters, Menorca and Ibiza quite easily. One hour ahead of GMT, the flights take around 2 to three hours from the UK, and the climate is mostly good, ranging between 14 and 31 degrees throughout the year. One important thing to note is that transport links on the island arent great and taxi fares arent cheap so before booking your Majorca hotel, make sure you know how youre going to transfer from the airport, and what this will cost. Otherwise you could find that your holiday budget considerably less than you would have thought it would be (remember you have to pay for your transfers back to the airport).
Majorca has plenty of other things going for it as a holiday location, and its not too shabby in the partying category either! Temperatures in Majorca dont get quite as high as some of the other more popular islands, but with a top temperature of around 31 degrees centigrade, its hot enough to develop the suntan of your dreams. A word of caution however, when planning your holiday, keep airport transfers in mind when choosing which of the many Majorca hotels youre going to stay at as these can be expensive. Unless you are able to share the cost, finding hotels in Majorca where the airport transfers are frequent and cost less can help your budget go further!
If youre taking young children on holiday then Majorca is a perfect destination. There are resorts all over the island which allow you to enjoy the experience of holidaying abroad without the need to find public transport to transfer you, the kids, and all the stuff a family with young children needs for a day on the beach to the nearest beach. You will be able to find a Majorca hotel that will put you in a great location so you can easily return to your hotel room, or Majorca apartment throughout the day. Some of these hotels have entertainment and clubs especially for kids so you will get an occasional break from the sand castle building.
Other hotels in Majorca offer a good choice of accommodation. There are Majorca hotels that cater to every budget. If you want a high end experience youll find hotels in Majorca that will service your every holiday need. If all you need is a bed for the night, youll find many basic hotels in Majorca that will suit you too. Hotels in Majorca arent the only choice however. You could consider renting a Majorca apartment instead. Majorca apartments are one way to reduce the overall cost of your holiday if you are going with a group of friends or family.
The resorts incorporate not only hotels, but also shops and attractions that are located nearby so that you can experience all the fun of holidaying on the island but without having to go very far. Many of these are located close to a beach so that everything you could need is close at hand.
Other hotels in Majorca offer great features such as a balcony overlooking the ocean, or a menu of spa treatments available in-house, so make sure you check out the features of each Majorca hotel before making your reservation. Some smaller Majorca hotels may not offer an evening restaurant service, others may offer only a continental breakfast so do your research before you book! If you dont want to stay in one of the many hotels in Majorca, you could consider a Majorca apartment for your holiday stay. Apartments in Majorca go from the basic small one room apartment to a more exclusive multi-room villa located near the beach. Think about what you will need the apartment for, and what your budget is before making a final decision. There are many opportunities to explore Spanish culture and lifestyle whilst in Majorca.
Whatever your age, and whatever youre looking for in a holiday, Majorca is a great destination. Its a place you can visit as a 18-30s single person to enjoy the night and beach life, then again with your family once youre more settled down, and later as an older person more interested in golf than grooving the night away!