Showing posts with label Islands. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Islands. Show all posts

Sunday, October 31, 2010

Magical Mallorca - Balearic Islands Living the Lifestyle in the best

Mallorca (Majorca or as it is often called), the east coast of Spain, is the largest of the Balearic Islands. It is also the most popular in terms of tourism, which is to Menorca, as well as his brothers, strong media Ibiza - known for its legendary music scene. Since the package holiday boom in the '50s - has been rampant in Mallorca near the tip of the tourists. And with so much to offer, it is easy to see why.

First, it is east ofSpain, Mallorca experiences excellent weather during the summer months. warm temperatures, but not fried, low rainfall and beautiful sunsets over the sea horizon, all the ingredients necessary for a country to forge a reputation as a tourist destination. And Mallorca has it all. Beaches line much of the coastline, and if you prefer the quieter beaches, like those who are opposed to the tourist, Mallorca has many beaches accessible by car, is theExtra rest.

Mallorca has a short period of time of flight is just over 2 hours from London, so go easy on holiday. Most tourists stay in or near Palma, the island's southwestern coast. And lively atmosphere with lots to see and do, Palma is a great place to stay. Magaluf, most popular with teens for its bar and club scene, a fairly short drive from Palma, which lies to the west.

The locals are in Mallorcafriendly and great for the tourism industry, most speak English at least to make order in restaurants and stores easily. The island has a lot of people keep coming back because of, time, food, beaches, landscapes and atmospheres - Holidays in Mallorca shows no signs of slowing down to.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Spain - Balearic Islands

Balearic Islands form an archipelago on the Mediterranean coast of Spain. Majorca is the largest of three islands. Over the past 30 years, the archetype of the sun-sea-sangria. The islands are preferred by tourists from Northern Europe because the south is largely under construction and is full of hotels and apartments.

Away from the coast, but it is different. There are basically intact Tramuntana respected. Recently, theentire island was a general policy. In crowded places like Magaluf, hotels have literally been swept away and replaced old island while trying to add a new quality. The capital Palma is one of the most visited cities, and smaller than Spain.

Ibiza has long been thought to be good for its rave scene, which is concentrated in the charming town of Ibiza Hippie Chic, Canyon, San Antonio and Playa d'en Bossa. However, if you walk away from these placesYou will notice that the island is incredibly rural.

A narrow channel separates Ibiza from Formentera. Formentera is the least populated of the Balearic Islands, and it seems that it is covered with soft white sand. Moreover, it is only by ferry. Although the beaches of Ibiza and Mallorca are excellent, Menorca is famous for its beaches. Tourists who come to Menorca are all families with children first, because the atmosphere on this island is much quieter andquieter than the other two islands.

Attractions

The main attraction is probably some of the great landscape gardens dance clubs such as Pacha in Ibiza and Abraxas in Palma, Majorca.

A good place to visit Palma is a charming town located in the bay of Palma. The golden sandy beach Cathedral is a masterpiece, while the Bellver castle from the 14th century can be seen from where the city is breathtaking. The best view is in Majorca. The Serra de Tramuntana Sitting on the old train from Palma to Solera and enjoy the short drive Feel the atmosphere of the ancient capital of Menorca -. Siudadela, visit the Cathedral, the elegant palaces and churches of the Middle Ages.

Shopping is also very good. The second part of the island, Mahon, worth a visit. Beach lovers should bring their bathing suits best to represent the Las Salinas Ibiza a. You can also fine weather on the deserted beach in Formentera oror how small bay of Cala Cala en Turqueta Macarella in Menorca. Find out why Majorca is known for its caves, in particular the exceptional Cuevos del Drach (Dragon's Cave), where there is an unforgettable underground lake.

Miss Do not drive a boat to the beaches of the Balearic Islands, snorkeling and scuba diving known. Ibiza should not be overlooked, since it is protected in the UNESCO heritage list. It has a medieval fortress and Dalt Villa (upper town), finecobbled streets, beautiful squares and elegant shops.

Air

The islands enjoy a mild Mediterranean climate. The maximum temperatures are not extreme, even at the height of the season for the refreshing influence of the sea. In winter, the climate is generally mild and dry with occasional rains.