In order for it to be so consistently popular among tourists, the island of Mallorca (or Majorca) must be doing something right. First of all, the Spanish island is located in the Mediterranean, which allows visitors to enjoy hot, sunny summers. Then there’s the landscape: in addition to those well-known, sandy beaches and rocky coves, Mallorca has two mountain areas, with the highest point on the island reaching nearly 1,500 m. There are also beautiful bays and cliffs on parts of the northern coast. If it’s a beach you’re looking for, however, try Cala De Sant Vincenc: it has a stunning cliff visible across the sea, and is particularly popular with the locals.


The large volume of visitors coming to Mallorca has stimulated a thriving dining scene, with seafood, olives and almonds being popular. You could try the delicious typical dish arroz brut (“dirty rice”), a rice dish with vegetables, chicken and sometimes pork, while on Mallorca.