Balearic Islands

Balearic Islands

Balearic Islands Description

The Balearic Islands, Ibiza, Mallorca called Majorca by the Brits, Menorca are one of Spains top Holiday Destinations in the summer months. Although much warmer than the UK they are not reguarded as a winter destination if you want to sunbathe and many bars, restaurants and night clubs close. The best time to visit is mid to late Spring through to early or mid autumn, with the high season being July and August

Formentera is another island in the Balearic's and is far smaller than the others and not popular,  mainly due to the fact that the majority of UK tour operators do not include Formentera as a destination

Location of Balearic Islands

The Islands are located in the Medeterraneum 100 to 300 kilometres off the East coast of Spain between Barcelona and Benidorm.

Ibiza

Ibiza is the clubbing capital of Spain

Mallorca"

Mallorca also known as Majorca by the Brits is the largest of the islands , for partying head for Magaluf, for culture the Capital Palma de Mallorca, or for a great holiday try one of the other fabulous resorts on the island.

Menorca

Menorca also known as Minorca by the Brits

Menorca is the second largest of the Balearic islands and has more beaches that the other islands

Balearic Islands Airports

There are airports on Ibiza, Mallorca and Menorca but no airport on Formentera which is connected to Ibiza and Denia on Mainland Spain by ferry

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