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 besides Mallorca are Menorca, Formentera and Ibiza. Mallorca is primarily known for its tourism, especially from Scandinavia, and every year several hundred thousand people come to Mallorca to enjoy the sun and swimming.
Entertainment Mallorca
Mallorca offers an interesting mix of sleepy little villages and sun-drenched charter resorts. The island also boasts a modern metropolis in the form of the capital Palma. It is obvious that the entertainment scene is the biggest in the capital, but in each charter resort there is a greater or lesser selection 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
a. Mallorca also offers a lot of fun for children. Among other things, there are a number of high-class water parks that are worth a visit. Even adults can have a lot of fun at these water parks!
Attractions and tourist resorts in Mallorca
Every town in Mallorca has a range of interesting attractions, although the newer charter destinations may not have an abundance of things to see. Some particularly interesting towns are Pollença, Sóller, Manacor and Valldemossa. One tip is to rent a car and explore the island on your own. Tips on good car rental companies. 
Cala d'Or means “the golden bay”. Cala dÒr is located on Mallorca’s beautiful east coast and has five beaches nestled in a bay. It also has an exclusive marina, with shops and lovely restaurants. Cala Mayor which is located outside Palma is one of the oldest tourist resorts on the island. Cala Mayor has a really lovely beach and a lot of life and activity on the main street Joan Miro. In Cala Mayor you will find a Miró museum and the summer house of the royal family. Pollenca offers striking nature and a slice of authentic Mallorcan culture. There is much to see here, such as the monastery at the top of Puig de Pollença. The town is a paradise for anyone who loves to hike. 
Soller Located in the beautiful Orange Valley, Manacor is a small town where almost every building has historical and architectural value. It is easy to drive to the town, 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 easy to visit the caves and there are guided tours. Manacor also has a wonderful selection of markets and can also boast rich archaeological finds. Alcudia is located in the northeast of Mallorca. This is the island's charter Mecca, especially for families with children. 
Valldemossa is home to a unique monastery that 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 is lined with large hotel complexes. About a 15-minute 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 protected bay, and proximity to golf courses. Magaluf is the big party town that annually attracts tens of thousands of young people from all over Europe, but mainly the UK. Magaluf's neighbor Palmanova is quieter and more geared towards adult tourism. Palmanova has three beaches and nice bays. Cala Millor is located 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 to suit everyone.
History of Mallorca
Mallorca's history begins in the Bronze Age, but development only took off under Roman rule. Under Moorish rule between around 800 and 1220, Mallorca became an important trading post for traffic between mainland Spain and other parts of the Mediterranean. This tradition has continued ever since. However, in recent years, trade has had to take a back seat to increased tourism. From the 1950s onwards, Mallorca has been one of the leading 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 transforming 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 with both low-cost airlines, charter flights and scheduled flights. Read our tips for cheap flights to Palma, among others. A handful of motorways radiate from Palma to the west, east and north, and generally speaking, getting around the island by car is excellent. There are also a couple of railway lines on Mallorca. Long-term rental bank repossession Banks have started renting out properties they own all over Spain on a long-term basis (at least 1 year). There aren't many options in the Balearic Islands 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 accommodations. For hotel booking, luxury or budget, all over the island, Hotels.com is also recommended as it 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 when it comes to 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 are not too high. The slightly lower summer temperatures are something that is much appreciated by Swedish visitors. The high season in Mallorca lasts from May to October.
The housing market - are you looking for a house or apartment in Mallorca? Consider bank repossession
Recently, The Times named Mallorca the best place in the world to live and more and more Britons 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 town center . Read our great article about investing in Spanish property (important information about Mallorca.) However, the prices of housing in Mallorca are generally expensive. This makes it more or less a must to invest in bank repossession if you are going to buy here. We work closely with, among other things, the major bank La Caixa which has lots of affordable bank repossession on the island (also Menorca and Ibiza). At the time of writing, there are nearly 300 homes in the database at La Caixa alone. Prices from 33,000 Euros (usually renovation project in this price range) and up. The Price of the villa by the sea in the picture above is 1,000,000 Euros. Large, close to the beach 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, housing prices in Mallorca have fallen price about 34.3%. However, Mallorca is one of the areas in Spain that is progressing the fastest. Since 2015, prices have gone up about 9.6% and then it can be compared with the general increase in housing in the whole of Spain which is 2.4%. If you do not invest in bankrupt properties (from around 50,000 Euros) you can expect 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 sea view , 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 the center of Palma or in a smaller seaside resort to Invest in bankrupt properties. The most popular now (only a couple left at the time of writing) are newly built 2 bedroom apartments in Cala dÒr from 155400 Euros. Write to info@spanskafastigheter.se Enter what you are looking for and where in Mallorca. You can also subscribe to our newsletter for Mallorca (and Menorca and Ibiza) here. Video with sights Mallorca
