If you’ve chosen Mallorca as your next holiday destination, we’re confident that you’ll have a wonderful time. The island of Mallorca is the largest of the islands that make up the Balearic archipelago. Its climate is the subject of envy virtually all year round, its inhabitants being lucky enough to enjoy 300 days of sunshine and an average annual temperature of 17° Celsius. This ensures that Mallorca has idyllic conditions throughout the year.
This tourist destination has a unique charm all of its own that can undoubtedly be ascribed to the diversity of its landscapes, its seaports, cuisine and accommodation. Hotels VIVA presents all the information you need to know when you travel to Mallorca, designed to ensure that your days on the island are unforgettable and you don’t miss out on the finest Mallorcan experiences:
- You’ll be able to sample the best cycling and hiking experiences
Mallorca is the perfect tourist destination for hiking because it combines the best of coastal and mountain landscapes. Standing out among the most attractive routes for both cycling and hiking are: within the Sierra de Tramuntana the Pedra En Sec and the Sa Travessa routes, the Son Real route in Can Picafort and the Mirador de Ses Fonts De N'alis route in the Natural Park of Mondragó. You’ll have many other options to choose from, tailored to suit all levels and tastes. If you’d like to go on walking expeditions without fear of getting lost, download our special hiking guide.
- 10 out of 10 for gastronomy!
If you’re a fan of discovering new flavours, you should know that you’ll find an incomparable culinary offering on Mallorca. The island is a place renowned for its fish and shellfish. What’s more, its soups, made on a basis of fresh vegetable ingredients, combined with the local rustic bread, are unbelievably delicious and healthy.
The most iconic dishes of Mallorcan cuisine, which you mustn’t leave without trying, include:
- Seafaring dishes: Standing out among the most notable dishes are dentex, common dolphinfish, sea bass, coca de verdura, Mallorcan soups, tumbet and frito mallorquín.
- Sobrasada: This is a raw, cured sausage made with pork and paprika.
- Ensaimada: This is the region’s famous sweet pastry in the shape of a spiral and sprinkled with icing sugar.
At Hotels VIVA we place great emphasis on homegrown cuisine; this accounts for the fact that, as well as considerable diversity, you’ll find a Mallorcan section in our buffets, so you’ll have no excuse for going home without trying out the typical Mallorcan specialities.
- To the north of the island you’ll avoid the crowds
If you prefer a quieter stay far from the madding crowd, we recommend that you take advantage of the charms to be found in the northern part of Mallorca, which is where vegetation and natural habitats predominate. Here you’ll find such points of interest as Sa Calobra, the Cape of Formentor, Alcudia Bay and Pollensa.
- Discover plenty of historical and cultural sites
If you’re going to Mallorca, paying a visit to Palma de Mallorca’s old town and getting lost among its narrow, cobbled streets is almost obligatory. You should also visit the bohemian Santa Catalina district, a meeting point for various cultures where tourists and residents alike congregate to have a good time, explore the shops and sample the restaurants.
If you want to delve a bit deeper into Mallorca’s history and culture, you shouldn’t pass up the chance to visit Bellver Castle, a fortress that dates back to the 14th century and provides some stunning views of the entire city.
The Cathedral of Mallorca, known as La Seu, and also referred to as the Cathedral of Light, is an architectural wonder that boasts the largest rose window in Europe and presides over the entrance to the city from the sea front. In order to reach the terrace it’s necessary to book your visit, but climbing more than 200 stairs has its reward because you’ll be able to enjoy a unique panorama.
- In Mallorca you’ll find the Mediterranean’s finest sandy beaches and coves
Your visit to Mallorca will be incomplete unless you enjoy its sandy beaches and coves to the full, with 1,400 km of coastline at your disposal. You’ll revel in quite coves and beaches featuring crystal-clear turquoise waters and pristine white sand. The Mediterranean at its bluest is found in Mallorca! Here are the most popular beaches and coves:
- Mesquida cove
- Betlem cove
- Alcudia beach
- Alcanada beach
- Muro beach
Naturally, your holidays on Mallorca would not be complete in the absence of ideal accommodation. At Hotels VIVA we want you to enjoy the island as much as possible and to book at any of our establishments, which combine the finest in comfort and entertainment under one roof. Don’t forget to book ahead for this summer to obtain the best holiday package!
