Balearic Islands
A Mediterranean paradise in island form
Less than an hour's flight from Barcelona. What will you find when you get here? It's a lovely place to relax, complete with all the modern comforts: luxury resorts, exclusive marinas, explorer-friendly natural surroundings, beautiful coves and a crystal-clear turquoise sea. You can easily see why this is a favourite destination for international jet-setters, with actors and elite athletes from all over the world choosing to spend their holidays here.
The most Mediterranean way to enjoy the islands is to sail from one to another, or to visit the more secluded coves by yacht. You can also fly between islands by commercial light aircraft. All the islands have exclusive marinas with large shopping areas and renowned restaurants.
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MUST-SEE
Majorca
Pay a visit to its capital, Palma, reminiscent of its Moorish past. However, don't forget to take a stroll along its countless beaches and coves with many family-friendly options and the Tramuntana mountain range, declared a World Heritage Site.
Ibiza
Some of the most exclusive marinas can be found on the island. In Eivissa town, you can explore the old town's heritage and its Almudaina fortress. Ibiza is also one of the most lively nightlife hotspots in Europe.
Minorca
A quiet island where you can unwind and relax. Its crystal-clear coves will blow you away. Plus, the nightlife is still lively in Maó and Ciutadella, with plenty of places to go for a drink overlooking the sea.
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WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
Visit one of the many marinas with large shopping and leisure areas nearby, for example in Eivissa and Santa Eulalia (Ibiza), Palma, Puerto Portals and Port Adriano (Majorca), and Ciutadella (Minorca).
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WHAT IS THERE TO EAT?
The Balearic Islands are home to a rich culinary variety that fuses Mediterranean influences with unique local flavours. Highlights include ensaimada, a flaky sweet pastry, tumbet, a ratatouille with aubergine and potato, and frito mallorquín, a fried meat and vegetable dish. Local favourites include arroz brut, which is a version of paella, and caldereta de langosta, a lobster stew with tomato. Fresh seafood is also an essential part of Balearic cuisine. As a whole, typical Balearic meals are a mouth-watering representation of the region's local flavours and produce.
If you want an exclusive culinary experience, Ibiza is home to Sublimotion, one of the most pricey and exclusive restaurants in the world.
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WHAT IF I WANT TO GO SHOPPING?
Ibiza is home to many street markets with local craft stalls, which are very typical on the island, and exclusive shopping areas, especially surrounding the marinas. Ibiza's most famous market, Las Dalias, is a mesmerising oasis of colour, peace and beauty. White clothes dominate Ibiza's own fashion style, known as Adlib fashion.
