Balearic Islands Holidays
Balearic Islands Holidays at a glance
Book your next holiday to the Balearic Islands and you'll arrive at a group of islands located in the West Mediterranean not far from the Eastern Coast of Spain. The Balearics are perfect for summer holidays because of the fantastic climate, golden beaches and excellent tourist facilities. The Balearics consist of 5 major islands Cabrera, Formentera, Majorca, Menorca and Ibiza; each has its own unique landscapes and individualism, making Balearic Island holidays firm favourites for British holidaymakers.
People in the region speak Catalan and Spanish; however don't worry about communication during your holidays in the Balearic Islands because English is widely spoken. The culture and cuisine is typically Mediterranean, each island offers something uniquely different. So if you're looking for a relaxing family holiday or a break filled with all night parties, then holidays to the Balearic Islands definitely fit the bill.
Balearic Islands Holidays - Destination Profile
The 3 main Balearic Islands, Majorca, Menorca and Ibiza sit in the Mediterranean and benefit from a great summer climate, golden sandy beaches, delicious cuisine, exhilarating nightlife and stunning scenery; justifying the archipelago's reputation for possessing some of Europe's top holiday destinations.
The young (of all ages!) return to Ibiza year after year because of the world famous nightlife renowned for all night parties. The third largest of the Balearic Islands and possibly the most popular has a lot more to offer than just nightlife, there are many family focused resorts, so whilst you relax the kids play in a safe and stimulating environment. There are also places to visit ranging from many historical sites to the Ses Salines nature reserve.
Holidays to Majorca - the largest of the islands also provide fantastic variety and you'll be surprised by the sheer quantity of places to see and things to do. So if you're looking to party in the vibrant resort of Magaluf or explore the sights of Palma City or even relax on the beach, Majorca holidays will not disappoint.
Holidays on the second largest Island of Menorca offer the ideal opportunity to kick back and relax. The island has retained much of its original easy going charm, so for a stress free holiday in a child friendly resort filled with activities to keep the whole family occupied; book from our range of Menorca holidays.
The Balearic Islands continue to be popular choice for package holidays with Balearic island holidays available from a wide range of UK airports with Olympic Holidays. The Balearic Islands are well served by most airports around the UK including London, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow. As well as package holidays to the Balearic Islands, Olympic Holidays also offers cheap flights to the Balearic Islands.
Value Balearic Islands Holidays with Olympic Holidays
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Holidays in Balearic Islands - Things to see
Cuevas de Drach (Dragon Caves): These are the most famous and popular site in Majorca. The outstanding beauty of these caves include an impressive underground lake. The caves are definitely worth visiting and you will see the wonderful rock formations including stalactites and stalagmites.
Bellver Castle - Palma: This is a circular castle situated upon on a hill near Palma the capital of the Island of Majorca, Balearic Islands. Built in the 14th century for King James II of Aragon, it was used as a military prison during the 18th and 19th centuries. Now it is one of the main tourist attractions of the island.
Capilla de San Ciriaco: Located in Ibiza Town in a steep small cobbled street that crosses the Calle Mayor leading to the cathedral in the heart of the old city. In this little street you will find an interesting chapel, it is a large crack in the rock with a grille covering the hole in the wall. Legend has it that this is the place where the first Catalan soldiers entered the Arab citadel in 1235, thus allowing the island to be conquered by King Jaime I.
Estatua del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus: Ibiza's statue of Christ can be seen from the road running between San Antonio and Ibiza Town. The statue is a monument to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and was erected after the Spanish civil war. From here you will be able to enjoy wonderful view of the valley.
Faro de Botafoc: The Botafoc lighthouse sits just right of beach as you head towards Talamanca. From here you can enjoy panoramic views of the Ibiza Town and particularly impressive at night. Built in 1861, the lighthouse is 16 metres high. Unfortunately, visitors are not permitted to go inside the building.
Xoroi Caves: Menorca's caves feature a spectacular disco bar set in a cave high above sea level. The dance floor is built into the cave entrance, partly inside the cave and partly above the sea.
Things to do on a Holiday in Balearic Islands
Holidays to the Balearic Islands continue to be popular because of the wonderful beaches, coupled with glorious summer climate making it a haven for watersports. As you'd imagine there are huge amount of other activities on offer.
Waterparks: Ideal for families taking holidays in the Balearic islands, each of the islands have their own water parks, these include Aquapark, Hidropark and Aquacity on Majorca; Aguamar and Agualandia on Ibiza and Aqua Center and AquaRock Menorca on Menorca. All the waterparks are family friendly with plenty of facilities for the entire family. These include playgrounds, restaurants, funfairs, Jacuzzis, and pools with wild slides to keep the children occupied.
Watersports: There are also pedal boats available for rent. Most beaches and resorts on all the islands rent out banana boats, canoes, pedalos, water-skis and jet-skis. For the adventurous at heart, there are abundant windsurfing, para-sailing and surfing equipment for rent at the main beaches. And if you're still learning, you can always find expert instructors or schools that teach windsurfing, para-sailing and surfing on the main beaches in the island.
Visitors can not only enjoy the magnificent beaches in the Balearic Islands, but also a wide range of leisure centres, nature parks that showcase fauna and waterfowl, impressive natural caves, manor homes, world-famous archaeological remains and more. An array of cultural and entertainment activities to suit the most varied tastes. A myriad of alternatives also exist for nightlife. Restaurants and clubs for late night abound in the Balearic Islands.
Eating/Drinking During Balearic Islands Holidays
During your Balearic Islands holidays you will be able to discover the wonders of Mediterranean and Catalan cuisine, sharing many dishes with the Catalan and Valencia people. Traditional Balearic cuisine is rich in vegetables, cereal, legumes and healthy because of its low fat content. The islands' position in the Mediterranean means that seafood is very popular with succulent dishes such as Caldereta (Lobster stew), Arros de peix (rice cooked in a fish broth with fish pieces) and baked fish.
As well as the traditional cuisine many resorts have restaurants and cafes serving more familiar British favourites. Many resorts also have restaurants serving international cuisine including Chinese and Indian.
Balearic Islands Holiday Weather
The Mediterranean benefits from plentiful sunshine throughout the summer and holidays to the Balearics are no exception, they enjoy ideal weather with hot sunny days and fine temperatures almost every day.
| Max Temp C | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct |
| Balearics | 18 | 21 | 25 | 29 | 29 | 26 | 22 |
| London | 13 | 16 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 13 |
| Sunshine Hours | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct |
| Balearics | 7 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| London | 5 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 3 |
Getting Around on Balearic Islands Holidays
Getting around whilst on your holidays to the Balearic Islands is extremely easy and convenient, like many Spanish holiday destinations the transport is cheap and reliable. Taxis are a relatively inexpensive way of getting around, Buses are significantly cheaper and are a really good way of seeing more of the islands. For ultimate flexibility car hire is recommended as the best way of getting around and allows you to really explore the less visited parts of island that you are staying on where public transport may not reach.
Balearic Islands Holidays Shopping
The Balearic Islands have a strong tradition of craftsmanship. This means great buys from embroidery, hand painted ceramics, glassware, items made from raffia and palm leaves, handmade shoes, the famous pearls and other costume jewellery from Majorca. Something for everyone!
