Mallorca is the largest island in the Balearic Islands group located in the Balearic Sea about 300 km from the Spanish mainland. The Balearic Islands consist of over 100 islands. Most notable in addition to Mallorca are Menorca, Formentera and Ibiza. Mallorca is above all known for its tourism, especially from Scandinavia, and every year hundreds of thousands of people come to Mallorca to enjoy the sun and swim.

Entertainment Majorca

Mallorca offers an interesting mix of sleepy little villages and sun-drenched charter resorts. In addition, the island boasts a modern metropolis in the form of the capital Palma . It goes without saying that the entertainment scene is greatest in the capital, but at each charter location there is a greater or lesser range of bars, restaurants and nightclubs. In recent years, the range has become increasingly exclusive and this is reflected in both shopping and accommodation, the range of restaurants and prices on the housing market . Mallorca also offers a variety of entertainment for children. Among other things, there are a number of high-class water parks that are worth a visit. Even adults can have real fun at these water parks!

Sights and tourist resorts in Mallorca

Every resort in Majorca has a range of interesting sights, although the newer charter destinations may not have an abundance of things to see. Some particularly interesting resorts are Pollença, Sóller, Manacor and Valldemossa. A tip is to rent a car and explore the island on your own. Tips on good car rental companies. Cala dÒr means "the golden bay". Cala dÒr is located on Mallorca's beautiful east coast and has five beaches nestled in a bay. There is also an exclusive marina here, with shops and lovely restaurants. Cala Mayor , located outside Palma, is one of the oldest tourist resorts on the island. Cala Mayor has a really lovely beach and a lot of hustle and bustle on the main street Joan Miro. In Cala Mayor there is a Miró museum and the royal family's summer house. Pollença offers striking nature and a piece of authentic Mallorcan culture. There is much to see here, such as the monastery at the top of Puig de Pollença. The city is a paradise for anyone who loves to walk. Sóller , located in the beautiful orange valley, is a small town where almost every building has historical and architectural value. Driving to the city is fine, but a better option is to take the train from Palma. The train journey is very beautiful. Manacor is home to two unique caves and an underground lake. It is excellent to visit the caves and there are guided tours. Manacor also has a lovely range of markets and also boasts rich archaeological finds. Alcudia is located in the north-east of Mallorca. This is the island's charter Mecca, especially for families with children. Valldemossa is home to a unique monastery which today functions as a museum where you can see, among other things, the room where Chopin lived during his time in Mallorca. The beach is about a mile long and lined with large hotel complexes. About 15 minutes' drive from Palma is Santa Ponsa, which is a relatively small, but very modern tourist resort. The resort has a nice beach, nestled in a sheltered bay, and close to golf courses. Magaluf is the big party town that annually attracts tens of thousands of young people from all over Europe, but mainly Great Britain. Magaluf's neighbor Palmanova is quieter and more geared towards adult tourism. Palmanova has three beaches and nice bays. Cala Millor is on the east coast. According to many, the 2 kilometer long beach is one of the island's finest. Cala Millor has excursion destinations such as the famous Dragon Caves, good restaurants, golf opportunities and shops. A destination that suits everyone.

History of Majorca

Mallorca's history begins during the Bronze Age, but development only took off under Roman rule. During the Moorish rule between around 800-1220, Mallorca became an important trading post for traffic between the Spanish mainland and other parts of the Mediterranean. This tradition has continued ever since. In recent years, however, trade has had to take a backseat to increased tourism. From the 1950s onwards, Mallorca has been one of the top charter destinations in Europe. In recent years, it has managed to redefine itself and stimulated the construction of luxury hotels, resort spas, Michelin restaurants, etc. and is slowly but surely turning into an increasingly exclusive destination for those with a lot of money.

Flights, travel and accommodation Mallorca

Mallorca has an international airport and it is located just south of the capital Palma de Mallorca. There are many connections from Sweden and you have the opportunity to fly both with low-cost airlines, with charter flights and with scheduled flights. Read our tips on cheap flights to, for example, Palma. From Palma, a handful of motorways radiate west, east and north, and in general it is excellent to travel around the island by car. There are also a couple of railway lines in Mallorca. Long-term rental of bank properties The banks have started to rent out properties that they own all over Spain on a long-stay basis (at least 1 year). There aren't that many options in the Balearics yet, but the list is growing. Read more about long-term rentals in Spain. Hotels.com has a nice selection of apartments and houses for rent. They also have a nice selection of rural accommodation. For booking hotels , luxury or budget, all over the island, Hotels.com is also recommended, which has a price guarantee, the world's largest selection and price guarantee. They also always have different types of last-minute offers. All cheap offers for Mallorca can be found here. Two hotels that have long been favorites among Swedes are Hotel Tres and Hotel Portixol in Palma. The latter was a pioneer in luxury design hotels on the island.

The weather in Mallorca

Mallorca has a pleasant Mediterranean climate with mild spring and autumn months and summer temperatures that do not get too high. Especially the slightly lower summer temperatures are something that is greatly appreciated by Swedish visitors. The high season in Mallorca lasts from May to October.

The housing market - if you are looking for a house or apartment in Mallorca, invest in bank withdrawals

Recently The Times named Mallorca the best place in the world to live and more and more Brits are choosing Palma as a 'commuter destination' as there are many flights to the city and it is only a 10 minute drive from the airport to the city centre. Read our great article on investing in Spanish property (important information about Majorca.) However, the prices of housing in Majorca are generally expensive. This makes it more or less a must to invest in bank withdrawals if you are going to buy here. We cooperate closely with, among other things the big bank La Caixa which has lots of affordable bank items on the island (also Menorca and Ibiza). At the time of writing, there are close to 300 homes in the database at La Caixa alone. Prices from 33,000 Euro (mostly renovation objects in this price range) and up. Incidentally, the price of the villa by the sea in the picture above is 1,000,000 Euro. Large, beachfront villas cost this much even when they are heavily reduced in price by the banks... [update October 2016] According to Diario de Mallorca, since the boom in 2008, the prices of homes in Mallorca have decreased in price by approx. 34.3%. However, Mallorca is one of the areas in Spain that is progressing the fastest. Since 2015, prices have gone up approx. 9.6% and then it can be compared with the general increase in housing throughout Spain, which is 2.4%. If you do not bet on bankrupt properties (from around 50,000 Euro), you can count on the following prices in Palma. 250,000 Euros and up for an apartment in Palma's historic "palacios". If you want a penthouse apartment with 3 bedrooms and a sea view, the prices start from 75,000 Euros. The best choice is no matter how you twist and turn it, regardless of whether you are going to live in central Palma or in a smaller seaside resort to invest in bankruptcy objects. The most popular now (only a couple left at the time of writing) are newly built 2 bedroom apartments on Cala dÒr from 155400 Euros. Write to info@spanskafastigheter.se Enter what you are looking for and where you were in Mallorca. You can also subscribe to our newsletter for Mallorca (and Menorca and Ibiza) here. Video with attractions Mallorca