Magaluf resort guide

Magaluf is truly the party destination in Majorca.

Ever popular with 18-30s and now stags and hen parties, it's a buzzing resort with one mission: to get you partying!

The main strip in Magaluf is lined with bars, each vying for your custom with buy-one-get-one-free offers on all kinds of drinks to night-long happy hours!
Jelly shots and rudely-named cocktails abound in Majorca's party capital!

If you're looking for a good time that involves drink, drink and more drink (and maybe some dancing), Magaluf is definitely the place for you.

There's no escaping Magaluf's party atmosphere in the evenings, so if you prefer a quiet holiday, perhaps look at the more laid-back resorts on the east coast of Majorca.

Having said that, the resort is still very popular with families and there is plenty on offer for all ages!

The beach at Magaluf is fantastic - over 1.5km of soft white sand and clear shallow water. It gets quite busy in peak season but there's still plenty of room for everyone.
Beware: pickpockets do frequent the beach at night-time when it can be pitch black in places - always keep your possessions safe. I learned this the hard way.

All in all there is plenty to do in Magaluf - and it's the ideal party resort for groups of friends and families. Give it a try if you're up for a lively holiday - it will certainly be memorable!

In defence of Calas De Mallorca

We recently returned from another fantastic Majorca holiday (although it seems like a lifetime ago, it was just a few weeks...).

This time we tried Calas de Mallorca, a small purpose-built resort on the east of Majorca, with some less than favourable internet reviews and commentary.

I'd like to say in defence of Calas de Mallorca, that this is a charming resort with pretty beaches and a nice central commercial area. We worried it might be too quiet for us (we're aged 28 and 35), but it was fine. Yes, it's quite a small resort, but we liked that aspect - not too much walking involved, so less blisters!

The resort is quite contained everything you need is close by - the atmosphere is relaxed and it feels a very safe resort, ideal for those with children. One caveat: the beaches are accessed via steps or sloping paths that can be tricky to navigate with pushchairs, but don't let that put you off, it's a great place to have a family holiday.

Calas de Mallorca doesn't have the pumping nightlife of Magaluf, but many would consider that a good thing, and there are plenty of bars to try: we particularly liked the Central bar, where the staff were very friendly and they serve pina colada in fresh pineapples!

I'll be posting again with a review of our hotel in Calas de Mallorca - Hotel America, which was excellent.

Update: read our review of our hotel in Calas de Mallorca - Hotel America

Palma Airport & Transfer Times To Resorts

Majorca's Airport - Son Sant Juan International

The main airport in Majorca, Son Sant Juan International Airport, is just outside the island's capital city Palma. The airline code for Palma International Airport is PMI.

Below is a guide to transfer times from Palma airport to the main resorts of Majorca. Please note these are meant as a guide only and times may vary somewhat depending on route taken and road condition, and coach transfers may take even longer as they stop at various drop-off points.

Approximate distances and transfer times from Palma International airport to main resorts:

Alcudia (62km) - approx 1 hour 30 minutes
Andratx (32km) - approx 45 minutes
Arenal (10km) - approx 20 minutes
Cala Bona (65km) - approx 1 hour 45 minutes
Cala Millor (70km) - approx 1 hour 45 minutes
Calas de Majorca (70km) - approx 1 hour 45 minutes
Cala d'Or (65km) - approx 1 hour 45 minutes
Cala San Vincente (60km) - approx 1 hour 45 minutes
Cala Ratjada (65km) - approx 1 hour 45 minutes
Camp de Mar (30km) - approx 45 minutes
C'an Pastilla - approx 15 minutes
C'an Picafort - (60km) - approx 1 hour 30 minutes
Colonia Sant Jordi (40km) - approx 1 hour
Illetas (10km) - approx 20 minutes
Magaluf (15km) - approx 30 minutes
Paguera (35km) - approx 45 minutes
Palma (8km) - approx 15 minutes
Palma Nova (15km) - approx 30 minutes
Playa de Muro (60km) - approx 1 hour 45 minutes
Playa de Palma (2km) - approx 10 minutes
Porto Colom (65km) - approx 1 hour 45 minutes
Porto Cristo (65km) - approx 1 hour 45 minutes
Puerto de Soller (35km) approx 45 minutes
Puerto Pollensa (60km) - approx 1 hour 30 minutes
Sa Coma (65km) - approx 1 hour 45 minutes
Santa Ponsa (20km) - approx 45 minutes
S'Illot (65km) - approx 1 hour 45 minutes