Interesting facts about Majorca

Interesting Facts About Majorca

Majorca, or Mallorca is an island located in the Mediterranean Sea. It is the largest island in the Balearic

Islands archipelago, in Spain. The capital of the island, Palma, is also the capital of the autonomous

community of the Balearic Islands.

The advantage Majorca has is that it is only a two hour flight from most major European Capitals London,

Berlin, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan and Zurich and is a five hour Ferry ride from Denia and five hours on the

fast-ferry from Barcelona both on the coast of mainland Spain.

The Balearic Islands consist of the four islands of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera Belonging to

Spain, collectively they are the most popular tourist destinations in Europe, if not the world. Indeed,

Majorca with it's year round tourism, culture, history, beautiful scenery and marvelous climate has

welcomed holiday-makers since the early 1960's and today, is more popular than ever.

At 75 kilometers from North to South and 100 kilometers from East to West it's the largest of the

Balearic Islands. Its current population is over 500,000 with most living in and around the city of Palma.

This of course increases dramatically during the summer months, when many seasonal workers and

tourists descend upon the island.

Distances:

Palma - Alcudia: 54 km

Palma - Soller: 33 km

Palma - Cala Millor: 71 km

Palma - Magaluf: 15 km

Palma - Cala D'or: 62 km

When To Visit

The Summer season runs from the 1st of May until the 31st October, although the city of Palma is

popular for short breaks all year round. Winter is a lovely time to visit the island as activities such as

hiking, climbing, sailing and touring cultural and historic areas can be enjoyed.

Weather In Majorca

The weather is what you would expect of such a tourist beach destination, the summers are hot and dry

and the winters are mild and reasonably dry. At the height of the summer in July and August the

daytime temperatures can reach 30∫C which is more than hot enough for sunbathing without being too

uncomfortable. There is little or no rain during these months though there may be the occasional

summer storm which won't last more than a couple of hours. In winter the temperatures are still very

pleasant and this combined with a clear sky and sunny days allow locals and tourists alike to spend

plenty of hours outside.Storms arrive in Mallorca very quickly and when they do, they can be

spectacular.

Aqualand El Arenal

This fun packed park is also known as Aqua city and is advertised as the world's largest water funfair.

Among some of the amazing attractions are landscaped swimming pools, kamikaze water slides,

Hawaiian wave pools and some of the most draw dropping slides you have ever seen. It also has a mini

zoo, farm and daily parrot shows, and a wide selection of restaurants. A truly fantastic day out for all the

family. A must see Place TraveleZe