Mallorca
Mallorca, the largest of the Balearic Islands, is a Mediterranean paradise that transcends its beach-holiday reputation. The UNESCO-listed Serra de Tramuntana mountain range runs along the northwest coast, offering spectacular hiking and cycling routes through terraced olive groves and stone villages like Valldemossa, Deià, and Sóller. The capital, Palma, is a sophisticated city with a magnificent Gothic cathedral, a lively old town, and excellent restaurants. The island's interior reveals a quieter Mallorca of almond orchards, vineyards, and traditional fincas (farmhouses).
Beaches
Cala Mondragó
A stunning natural park beach on the southeast coast with turquoise waters, pine-fringed sand, and excellent snorkeling. One of Mallorca's most beautiful and accessible coves.
Es Trenc
Mallorca's most famous undeveloped beach — a long stretch of white sand backed by dunes and salt flats, with Caribbean-like crystal waters. The closest to a wild beach on the island.
Cala Deià
A tiny pebble cove at the foot of the Tramuntana mountains, framed by dramatic cliffs. Popular with artists and writers who have long been drawn to the village of Deià above.
Activities
Cycling the Tramuntana
Mallorca is a world-class cycling destination. The mountain roads of the Serra de Tramuntana, with their switchbacks and panoramic views, attract professional teams and amateurs alike.
Sóller Vintage Train
A charming vintage wooden train winds through the Tramuntana mountains from Palma to the valley town of Sóller, running since 1912. A connecting tram descends to Port de Sóller.
Wine Tasting in Binissalem
Mallorca's wine scene has blossomed with the Binissalem DO region producing excellent reds and whites from native grape varieties like Manto Negro and Prensal Blanc.
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