Majorca has been referred to as the “jewel” of the Balearic Islands off Spain’s southeast coast. It is the largest of the islands and is a very popular tourist destination on the shores of the magnificent Mediterranean Sea. There are many ways to enjoy luxury holidays in Majorca because you can rent a special private villa, a restored palace, a deluxe hotel suite with many ways of being pampered including beauty spas and renowned boutiques, apartments, country houses, and even a castle!
You can be transported from the airport by chauffeured car or in a helicopter if you choose! To go along with the splendid accommodations, there are the views of the magnificent mountain ranges and the gorgeous beaches that stretch for miles. There is swimming in the warm waters, sailing, fishing, water sports, boat excursions, golfing, cove and cave explorations, excellent restaurants and cafes, duty free gift shops, some of the world’s finest art, historic sites and museums, refurbished mansions, medieval walls and forts, captivating quaint villages on the way up and perched on the top of mountains, cathedrals, almond orchards and olive groves, all with enjoyment added to by the friendly atmosphere and old world charm.
One of the more picturesque spots is Formentor, the northern point of the island halfway along the Formentor Peninsula. Sheer cliffs rise 650 feet above the sea with a lighthouse at the top to visit, and there is a sheltered crescent-shaped bay. This is also a bird watchers’ paradise since Majorca lies on the migration route between Europe and Africa, and many varieties of beautiful birds can be seen. The elegant five-star Hotel Formentor is sometimes visited by the rich and famous. The recently refurbished hotel is set in beautifully manicured landscaped gardens which slope down to a sandy beach alongside an unspoiled postcard-pretty peaceful bay.
The sea and mountain views are striking, and one or the other can be seen from every room. There is a swimming pool, heated pool, 5 tennis courts, 3 restaurants, and many more amenities for a relaxing and yet invigorating vacation. Nearby is a cafe on a ferry landing stage, catamarans and surfboards for hire, horee riding, walking in the beautiful countryside, private homes to view, pine forests, and other activities
