Majorca Holiday Guide

Many people think of Majorca as being a place for youngsters who want to party, or those with young families, however there is a lot to offer the over 50′s traveller too, with many beautiful quiet beaches, plenty of entertainment that doesn’t involve disco’s and loud music, and lots to see across the island from historical forts and monuments to natural caves and rock pools, as well as plenty to do such as golf, sailing and of course enjoying the beaches.

Puerto Pollensa on the north west coast of Majorca is an area which is well suited to holidays for those who are a little older, don’t have children, and want to enjoy themselves but perhaps without dancing the night away in a disco. This resort has a delightful setting, and a friendly atmosphere, and because it has a number of small natural beaches, there are plenty of quieter locations here if you prefer to stay away from the main beach where the majority of people throng.

Surrounded by the dramatic Sierra de Tramuntana mountain range, the area is well sheltered, and there are many walks up into the hills where you can look out over the bay and surrounding seas and enjoy the stunning views. If you’re not an experienced walker, there are local guides who will be happy to take you under their wing and show you some of the gentler walks that are suitable for the less experienced.

In the town, there are many cobbled streets, and buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries. The market square in the centre of town is in a pedestrianised area, and has a lovely fountain adorned with a cockerel which dates from 1827. The market takes place here only on Wednesdays, so if you’re looking to enjoy the historical buildings surrounding it, Wednesdays are best avoided unless you fancy doing a bit of shopping of course.

The Via Crucis is a great place for a walk as long as you don’t mind climbing a few steps. There are 400 steps here leading up between rows of Cyprus trees to a plateau at the top where there is a 13th century statue of the Mare de Deu del Pei de la Creu (Mother of God at the Foot of the Cross). The views from here are also spectacular, so take a camera if you do visit.

Evening entertainment in Puerto Pollensa often involves taking a stroll along the beach or sitting in a café enjoying local music and cuisine, however, some of the hotels locally provide evening entertainment as well in the form of shows and music, and these are generally open to anyone rather than being reserved for those who are staying there.