This island, which also goes by the Spanish spelling of Mallorca, offers a range of family-friendly villas that will cater to your family's every desire. If you want a beachfront villa or something in the heart of the shopping district, you will not be disappointed. Many villas in Spain feature ground-level accommodation for families, making it easier to get out to the beach for the day with all of your toys, towels and coolers. Several family villas also offer access to playgrounds and swimming pools that are great options when your kids are looking for a new activity.
Palma – the island capital of Majorca – is the spot to go to really delve into the centuries of history that coalesce here. It's a fascinating place, partially covered by a UNESCO World Heritage Site that encompasses the striking Catedral de Mallorca and the Arab Baths. They showcase a medley of Moorish and Andalusian building styles that reveal the strong influence of North Africa on this Balearic isle. You can also glimpse age-old remnants of feudal Majorca in the Serra de Tramuntana, where many of the hamlets and villages seem totally unchanged by the passing of the years.
A trio of motorways and a whole host of winding country lanes – often opening onto dramatic vistas of the Tramuntana Mountains or the central plains – makes Majorca an excellent destination for drivers. You can rent cars from outlets in the airport in Palma and from most of the major resorts. Alternatively, there's a small train network that links the capital to a number of smaller inland towns. In fact, the most notable rail journey, from Palma to Sóller on a vintage timber carriage, is an experience in itself, passing over high viaducts and through pine forests. There are also buses that run all the way around the coast, with frequent connections to big resorts like Magaluf and Cala d'Or.
With saffron-infused paella and salty cured hams mingling with international cuisine all over Majorca, there are plenty of restaurants and eateries to get stuck into:
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