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Spend a day on Arenal beach
Pick up a Majorcan postcard and that white, palm tree-dotted stretch of sand is likely to be Arenal beach. Being easy on the eye isn’t the only thing this place has going for it. You can practise all manner of watersports, from paragliding to pedal boating. You’re not short on places to grab a bite to eat either. Beach huts selling drinks and snacks are dotted along its length all the way to Ca’n Pastilla, the resort next door.The town of Llucmajor has been celebrating their harvest festival every year since the 1500s, so they’ve got it down to a tee. It kicks off with what they call the parade of the giants, when locals come in their hoards to watch men and women dress up as historical characters and march through the streets on stilts. Animals have their time in the spotlight, too – you can see dogs, goats and sheep strutting their stuff during shows. Markets showcase local handicrafts. And it’s all followed by a cappella singing, and dancing into the night.
Read MoreA trip to Majorca isn’t complete without at least one evening in a tapas bar. The idea is to pick a variety of dishes that are small in size but big on flavour. Sizzling prawns, fresh bread loaded with serrano ham, spicy potatoes – these are just some of the foods you’re likely to get. And you can wash it all down with fruity sangria.
Read MoreThe town of Llucmajor, 20 minutes’ drive from Puig de Ros, is where you’ll find the oldest market on the island – it’s been going since 1543. On Wednesdays, colourful stalls of fruits and vegetables line the town square. On Fridays, meanwhile, you can shop for a wider range of local goods, including cheeses, olives and cured ham. After spending a morning warming up your taste buds trying the titbits, stop for an al fresco lunch at one of the tapas bars in the surrounding streets.
Read MoreFor nights out, it’s well worth heading to Palma. The city has a thriving night scene, and there’s something for all tastes. You can drink cocktails in a bar that looks like it’s been frozen in time since the 16th century, filled with elaborate fountains, chandeliers and frescoes. Listen to jazz over a glass of wine in a slick lounge bar. Or rave until the sun comes up in the Pacha nightclub.
Read MorePalma is Majorca’s stylish and sophisticated capital city. Stroll through the traffic-free streets of the old town, pay a visit to the striking cathedral that towers over the city, before heading to the beach for a relaxing afternoon. When night falls, it’s the restaurants and bars that come to life. Tuck into tapas and sip sangria as you watch a live band play on a plaza.
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