Author: Floris Hendrickx
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How to get from Palma airport to your hotel without a car
At a glance Most hotels in Mallorca can be reached from Palma airport without a car. Pick your option by your hotel’s area, your luggage and how many people travel. Buses and shared shuttles cost least per person, but they follow set times or make hotel stops. Taxis need no booking; a private transfer can…
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Mallorca car hire discount: how to save 10% on your rental
At a glance Get 10% off your car hire with offUgo: enter the code MALLORCA10 before you pay, then check the reduction in the price summary. Compare the final total for your exact dates and car, not the daily rate. The deposit, the fuel policy and the pick-up method can cost more than any discount,…
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Calendar of the best markets in Mallorca by day
At a glance Each town holds its market on set days, and those days differ from one town to the next. Arrive early, while the stalls are still full. Park outside the centre and walk in, because the narrow streets fill up on market day. Confirm each market day and opening time with the town…
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Is Palma Aquarium worth it for adults and families?
In Brief Palma Aquarium is worth the entry price for most visitors, especially marine life fans and families. Plan at least two hours, since its 11 areas go from tanks to gardens, a jungle and play zones. Go right at opening, when the crowds are smaller. Check ticket prices and opening hours before you go,…
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Best Mallorca boat trips from Alcudia and Pollensa
In brief Pick your trip by the time you have: a short trip suits a morning, and the longest one suits a full day. For the seabed, choose a glass-bottom boat, since most swim trips show little underwater. Check what the fare includes before you book, because food and drink are not always part of…
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Palma e-bike tour: is a guided bike ride along the coast worth it?
At a glance Book the guided tour if you want the old town, the cathedral and the seafront with a guide. If you know Palma well or ride confidently, rent a bike and set your own pace. No special fitness is needed, but you must be able to handle a bike safely in city traffic.…
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What is the average scuba diving Mallorca price?
In brief Try dives, single dives and PADI courses cost different amounts, so choose your format first. The price shown is rarely the final total, since fees and rental gear can be added. A shore dive usually costs less than a boat dive. Get the full list of inclusions and the cancellation terms in writing…
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The perfect 7-day Mallorca family holidays itinerary
In Brief Choose two bases rather than a new hotel each day, since every move takes time. Spend most nights in the north, near the sandy beaches, then finish in Palma, closer to the airport. Rent a car, and park at the edge of the old town, where some streets do not allow cars. Check…
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Palma old town walking tour: what you’ll see with a local guide
At a Glance The Palma old town walking tour is a guided English-language walk through the historic centre, covering the Basilica of Sant Francesc, the Call Major, the Santa Clara Convent and an exterior Cathedral viewpoint. The walk is advertised at 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes and runs every day, starting…
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Essential driving in Mallorca tips for foreigners
In brief A valid EU driving licence is recognised in Spain, and UK visitors can drive with a valid UK photocard licence. Carry the original physical licence, not a digital copy; non-EU licences may also need an International Driving Permit. Speed limits are 120 km/h on motorways and 90 km/h on conventional roads, with lower…