There’s always something special about an island.

Mallorca, the largest of the Balearics with an area of 3,625 sq km, enjoys a temperate, sub tropical climate of short, mild winters and hot summers with an annual average of 7.9 hours sunshine per day.

An island of diverse landscapes - the spectacular Tramontana mountain range and dramatic sea cliffs, over 70 beaches and isolated coves, hidden valleys with ancient olive terraces, citrus groves, almond orchards, picturesque villages and rolling agricultural plains - yet you are never more than 25 minutes from the coast.

Mallorca has a sophisticated infrastructure and a reputation for quality tourism.  Traditional leisure pursuits are well catered for, with 22 golf courses and over 300 km of dedicated cycling routes whilst it’s fast gaining popularity with adventure sports enthusiasts, especially divers, climbers and athletes who come to the island for winter training.
Crystal clear waters, an abundance of safe anchorages and first class facilities have turned the island into the yachting hub of the Western Mediterranean.

• Palma is an ambitious, lively capital with a medieval heart. Just ten minutes from the airport, it is fast moving upmarket and has become fashionable as a weekend city break destination alongside Barcelona. With its modernista architecture, magnificent cathedral, boutiques, avant-garde art galleries, leafy plazas, tapas bars, pavement cafes and buzzing nightlife, the dining and shopping is equal to any thriving, European city. There are cultural events, cinemas, concerts and exhibitions to cater for all interests throughout the year and its waterfront Paseo Maritimo has been transformed into several kilometres of cycle paths and promenade lined with cruising boats and super-yachts.
  
  
• The south west from Palma to Andratx is well developed with the highest concentration of detached villas with sea views and lock-up-and-leave apartments in communities with landscaped gardens and community pool. Developers have been sensitive to environmental issues and there are countless architectural styles on offer, from Ibicencan rustic to contemporary chic. The best marinas can be found in
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• The north west Tramuntana coast is spectacular. Traditional stone fincas dot the hills around the picturesque mountain villages of Valldemossa, Deia and Soller with smaller hamlets such as Fornalutx in the foothills. Tucked away in an exquisite setting, the appealing town of Soller boasts some handsome townhouses and a picture perfect main square.
  
  
• Villages in the centre of the island are reachable in 15 minutes on fast roads fanning out from Palma. The rural hideaways of Alaro, Pina, Montuiri and Porreres lie in unspoilt countryside surrounded by orchards of almonds, carob and olives.
  
  
• Coastal resorts vary from the tranquil and protected white sand dunes of Es Trenc, to the low key Pollensa in the north, to the upbeat Cala D’Or in the south east where there’s no shortage of nightlife. Non beach resorts range from Puerto Andratx with its harbour side restaurants, to the quaint fishing village of Cala Figuera..
  
  
• Mallorca’s second mountain range, the gentler Serres de Llevant, culminates in the pine clad headlands and medieval hill towns of the north east corner. Arta lies just a few minutes from the coast and to the north of Cala Ratjada you can still find virgin beaches.