As part of the Islas Group of Travel Guides, our mission is simple: to provide honest, practical, and up-to-date advice about Majorca, drawn from real experiences by real visitors. We're not a travel agency, we don’t sell holidays, and we're not affiliated with any tour operators - which means what you read here is completely independent and unbiased.

We aim to offer useful information, not glossy marketing. Whether you're planning your first visit or you're a returning traveller, our goal is to help you get the most out of your time on the island.

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Majorca or Mallorca, whichever spelling or pronunciation you prefer, is the largest of the Balearic Islands, joined by its sister islands of Menorca and Ibiza and is situated in the Mediterranean Sea, just off Spain's southeast coast, the island is easily accessible from the UK, with most flights taking around 2 to 2.5 hours. The local time is one hour ahead of GMT.

The first recognisable landmark on the final approach before landing will be the magnificent 14th Century Gothic cathedral at nearby Palma, and the sight of it from the air never ceases to take your breath away. Son Sant Joan, which is the main tourist airport, is a large modern facility, and is located in the south of the island just outside the capital Palma and a little to the north of the resort of C'an Pastilla.

However, when flying out from the island please be aware that the departure gates are a considerable distance from the check in desks, so be warned, allow plenty of time for the walk to the aircraft!

Once you have cleared Customs Control and collected your luggage, there are always large numbers of taxi waiting outside of the arrivals hall, although during busy periods you should also be prepared to stand and wait your turn in a queue for the next one to become available.

Taxis on Majorca do represent good value for money by European standards, and can instantly be recognised as being the large eggshell/white cars with a green light on the roof.

One thing that you should be aware of is a standard taxi on the island is only licenced to carry a maximum of 4 passengers plus a "reasonable" amount of luggage, so for larger groups of travellers, or those with special needs, it is our recommendation to make provision for a pre-booked taxi to be waiting for you at the airport, and clearly specify at the time of booking that a larger, or specially adapted, vehicle is needed for the journey.

Since the 1960s, Majorca has grown into one of Europe’s most beloved holiday destinations, catering to a wide variety of travellers. As a general rule, the south coast is home to the livelier resorts, often preferred by young singles or those looking for vibrant nightlife. But the island offers much more - from quiet coves and family-friendly beaches to scenic mountain villages and cultural landmarks.

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