Balearic Islands

Featured Island:

Balearic Islands

Country:

Spain

Island Capitals:

Palma

Population:

1,071,221

Major Airports:

Majorca International Airport
Mahon International Airport
Ibiza International Airport

Major Airlines:

Iberian
Spanair
Ryan Air
Easyjet
Air Berlin
Jet2

Description:

The Balearic Islands are situated in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of southern Spain. There are 4 main islands and the geography can vary dramatically from the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range in Majorca to the long golden beaches of Menorca.

The Balearic Islands share a Mediterranean climate and will enjoy hot dry summers with mild wet winters. There are some mountainous areas which will receive some snow in the winter.

The Balearic Islands offer everything you're looking for, whether you want to spend your days relaxing on the beach next to clear blues seas or party the night away in some of the world's most famous nightclubs.

There are lots of family resorts which can cater for your needs with all inclusive meals and drink options and kids clubs which provide daily activities for the children to do allowing them to have fun and give you a little more time and space as well.

There are pubs, restaurants, bars and nightclubs to suit every taste, whether you want traditional tapas or an English pub lunch as well as swimming pools in nightclubs and fire juggles for your entertainment.

Highlights

Palma de Majorca
Charter a yacht
Serra de Tramuntana
Monte Toro
Placa Alfons III
The West End
Old Ibiza Town
Cova de Can Marca

Landmarks / To Dos:

Ibiza has gained a World Heritage listing due to the interaction between the marine and coastal ecosystems. The dense oceanic sea grass is an important endemic species found only in the Mediterranean basin. Alta Vila is an outstanding example of Renaissance military architecture.

Palma is the capital of the Balearic Islands and is home to almost half the population of the group of Islands. Here you can find evidence of all the colonials and conquistadors from the Roman and Byzantine to the Muslim and Christian ages.

Placa Alfons III is the name of an eye catching plaza which is home to some of the finest restaurants in Menorca.

Palma offers history but is just as popular for its beaches and nightlife. With lots of restaurants and bars there is always something to suit everyone's taste.

Minorca has plenty to offer all members of the family from the historic Xoriguer Gin Distillery to Aquarock one of the biggest water parks in the Balearic Islands.

Ibiza town is a classic example of the contrast of the Balearic Islands. On one side you have the classic traditional buildings including the cathedral of Santa Maria d'Eivissa, and on the other world renowned super clubs such as Pacha, El Divino and Space.