Mallorca – Hot Spot in the Mediterranean Sea

Mallorca – Hot Spot in the Mediterranean Sea

Published on 12/06/2016 by Finest Holidays - Luxury Travel

Mallorca is where the sun is shining most time of the year, sea water is clear and beautiful turquoise colour, landscape is stunning, mountains are majestic, food is delicious and has a wide variety, people are easy going and friendly. Being the largest of the Balearic Islands, Mallorca is truly an exceptional place with stunning holiday villas .

Mallorca South West, Puerto Andratx
Puerto Andratx, located in the southwestern corner of the Sierra Tramuntana, is a favorite destination among celebrities during the summer months

The island has been welcoming the rich and famous for many generations. Frédéric Chopin, George Sand, Robert Graves, Andrew Lloyd-Webber, Richard Branson, Michael Duglas, the King of Spain, Raphael Nadal, all of them either came on holidays here, live or have had residences in Mallorca. Its elegant capital Palma de Mallorca combines traditional local charm with modern European elements. Palma is often compared to Barcelona for its architecture and it is evenly great place for a city break. Here you have the massive Gothic Cathedral, a picturesque old town with historical buildings, theatres, great selection of nice restaurants to enjoy al fresco ¡dining, intimate cafes, big shopping malls and boutiques with all the designer names, and yet lovely beaches are within a walking distance.

Palma, Le Seu Cathedral and harbour, Mallorca
Palme de Mallorca – Cathedral Le Seu and Harbour

Down by the sea front, there is a large marina and a promenade for both cyclists and pedestrians. The suburbs of Palma are Cala Major, where the Spanish Royal family have a palace and a fishing village with a bohemian charm, Portixol. It is not surprising that

Palma Harbout Mallorca
Palma Harbout Mallorca

Palma has been named as the best place to live in Europe. Palma is a gateway to sophisticated Mallorca. Only few minutes and you enter the wealthy South-West region of the island. There the most sought after Port in Mallorca, stylish Puerto Portals has a lot to offer, from elite yachts, luxury shops and cafes to the 100 m long beach of golden sand with the views across the marina. Other locations are the prestige Bendinat and Puerto Andratx.

Villa MSW in Puerto Andratx, luxury villa for 10 guests.

Villa MSW, Puerto Andratx
Villa MSW, Puerto Andratx

Bendinat is a residential zone of high prestige, ideal for living on a permanent or holiday basis. It is a place that is very popular with locals and foreigners alike owing to its perfect location only minutes away from the city centre of Palma de Mallorca. Very close to Bendinat there is nice beach of Illetas, exclusive Anchorage Club, village of Portals Nous for everyday shopping, famous marina of Puerto Portals and several international colleges. The area also has the added advantage of having its own golf course. Port Andratx is a wonderful fishing village that also manages to be one of Mallorca’s classiest resorts. Popular with the yachting fraternity and with film stars whose Italian-style villas can be seen climbing up the hillsides, it also has a working fishing industry that supplies (amongst others), the port’s restaurants.

Villa del Sol in Puerto Andratx, luxury villa for 12 guests.

Villa del Sol, Puerto Andratx
Villa del Sol, Puerto Andratx

The yachts of the rich and famous moor at Puerto Portals, enjoy fantastic quality dining, exclusive clubs and bars and high fashion boutiques.

Fine dining
Fine dining

Palma, the island’s capital, is one of Spain’s most exciting city, with excellent shopping, a vibrant cultural offering and a busy social scene.

It’s Mallorca’s beaches that attract many visitors.  The island has excellent water sports facilities, and getting involved with the sea should be part of any Mallorcan holiday.

You’ll also find a discerning selection of the very best luxury properties in Mallorca and across the Mediterranean .

Villa MN03 in Alcudia, luxury villa for 18 guests.

Villa MN03, Alcudia
Villa MN03, Alcudia

Call us now on +34 971 13 15 41 or email relax@finest-holidays.com to reserve one of our stunning holiday villas.

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