Deia Trips And Things To Do At Majorca Hotels
Honey-coloured villages nestled amongst pine-clad hills that overlook a verdant
, unspoilt landscape and dark cyan bays. The largest of the Balearics used to elicit thoughts of mass unsustainable tourism, but this stereotyped impression is one that unravels under close scrutiny. Across the island, traditional fincas have been turned into sympathetically restored agroturismos, ranging from the family-friendly to luxurious 5-star retreats. But for those who prefer the hustle and bustle of larger resorts, there are Majorca hotels to suit all tastes and budgets. Although in a sense an island of extremes, Majorcas temperate climate, cultural attractions and breathtaking scenery are enough to sustain visitor levels throughout the year.Cap de Formentor
If youre visiting Majorca, its well worth hiring a car just to explore the Cap de Formentor. A wonderfully sinuous road full of precipitous drops and hairpin bends winds along this peninsula on the northernmost tip of the island. Every corner offers another photo opportunity with fabulous views of this ruggedly beautiful stretch of coastline, and viewpoints such as the Mirador de Mal Pas are truly unforgettable.
Beaches
Beaches in Majorca range from extensive white-sand bays lined with shops and restaurants to secluded, pine-lined coves. The Playa de Formentor is one of the islands best, with a fine sandy beach overlooked by rocky cliffs. Alternatively, the Cala de Sant Vincenc and Cala Murta are wonderfully isolated coves with crystal clear waters ideal for snorkelling.
Deia
Famous for its literary and, more recently, musical residents, the beautiful coastal village of Deia is perched on a lush hillside dotted with olive and orange groves. Despite its roads now doubling as a coastal highway, the village has managed to retain the tranquillity that attracted poets and writers, such as Laura Riding and Robert Graves. Nowadays, Deia has become something of a celeb retreat and well-heeled tourists head to La Residencia and Es Moli, two of the best Majorca hotels.
Palma
The largest city in the Balearics, Palma is a cosmopolitan city that has grown in confidence in recent years and its rich history contrasts sharply with the upstart resorts of the surrounding bay. Arguably the most celebrated attraction is its 500-year old Catedral, a magnificent building which combines immense gothic architecture with modern touches designed by Antoni Gaudi. A more recent addition, Es Baluard is Palmas answer to MoMA, with impressive collection, including works by Picasso and Miro, housed in the sixteenth-century bastion of Sant Pere.
Beaches
Beaches in Majorca range from extensive white-sand bays lined with shops and restaurants to secluded, pine-lined coves. The Playa de Formentor is one of the islands best, with a fine sandy beach overlooked by rocky cliffs. Alternatively, the Cala de Sant Vincenc and Cala Murta are wonderfully isolated coves with crystal clear waters ideal for snorkelling.
Tramuntana
A glorious combination of lush green slopes, orange and lemon orchards and tiny roads snaking between olive groves, Tramuntana, then, offers some of the most scenic locations on the Majorca. The mountains hug the western coast and amongst the peaks are some wonderful places to stay. And for walking enthusiasts, the Tramuntana is perfect walking country. The Jardins d'Alfabia, beautiful Moorish-designed gardens full of palms and hibiscus and draped bougainvillaea, are well worth a visit, and the Monastery Lluc, a place of pilgrimage since the thirteenth century, famous for its statue of the Virgin that apparently discovered by a shepherd on the bank of a nearby stream.
So whether you want to follow in the footsteps of Graves and Chopin, explore the islands rugged interior on foot or recharge by the pool, youre sure to have a holiday to remember at one of the luxurious or affordable Majorca hotels.
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