It has big, child-friendly beaches with white sand and calm crystal blue waters; loads of fun things to do and beautiful countryside. The island is compact, safe, clean, and there is a massive range of accommodation in Mallorca, in terms of both style and affordability.
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Why are prices rising in Mallorca? A year on from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, energy and food prices - which surged at the onset of the war - remain high. In Majorca, inflation is currently at 5.8 per cent. The increase in tourism prices can be partly attributed to this global price surge.
Undoubtedly, the most beautiful places to stay in Mallorca are concentrated in the Tramuntana Mountains, which dominate the western flank of the island. If you want to stay in an idyllic mountain village, we recommend Sóller, Deià, or Valldemossa.
“Mallorca” is the Spanish spelling of the island, while “Majorca” is the most popular spelling in English, as well as other languages and countries. Officially, the name of the island is Mallorca, which is technically the correct spelling.
The Balearic Islands are one of the autonomous communities in Spain which welcomes the most foreigners, either to spend a few days vacation, or to settle permanently. On the island of Mallorca, if there is one group that has always led the foreign communities with regards to ex-pat living, it is the British community.
The best time to visit Mallorca is the shoulder season in April–May and September–October—days are warm and crowds are few. Most hotels and restaurants are open, and it's a prime time to enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and mountain biking.
Mallorca offers excellent hiking and walking opportunities, and the months between October and May provide the perfect weather conditions for hikers keen to explore Mallorca's varied and spectacularly scenic terrain.
Breakfast is supposed to be your most important meal of the day and, on Mallorca, a pastry known as 'ensaïmada' has been the traditional breakfast pastry since the 17th century, although its origins are unknown.
Mallorca offers tons to see and do on the cheap, from sandy beaches and inviting markets to impressive natural features and historical sites on a fun-filled Mediterranean island. With such a diverse array of affordable activities, your trip to Mallorca can be packed full of fun while staying on budget.
Set against a backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea, Majorca is home to stunning beaches, delicious food and drink and a wealth of attractions to keep you busy. This is why Majorca is one of the top destinations for beach holidays and budget-friendly family holidays.
Areas to avoidIf you're after something more relaxed, do stay away from Magaluf and Palma Nova as these places are where you'll find a lot of the 18-30's groups, along with English-style pubs, a big drinking culture and all-night parties. They are also jam-packed during the peak tourism months of July and August.
The most exclusive areas are the Old Town and Calatrava districts with ancient architecture, the bohemian district of Santa Catalina which has a jumble of mainly apartments, and the attractive old fishing village of Portixol with its fishing cottages and designer penthouses.
The current All Inclusive Restriction areas in Mallorca , introduced by Law 2020, are ONLY El Arenal and Magaluf which limit alcohol to only 3 drinks per adult each meal.
According to the decree-law, it means that in all-inclusive hotels there will be a maximum of six alcoholic drinks per day (3 at lunch and 3 at dinner). Also, the sale of alcohol in shops is prohibited between 9:30 pm and 8 am, and also advertising which encourages the consumption of alcohol is prohibited.
Where does the six drink rule apply in Spain? Six alcoholic drinks are only allowed if you're on an all inclusive holiday. This means you can have up to three at lunch, and three at dinner. The drink limit only impacts those on all inclusive holidays in certain areas of the Balearic islands.