The Balearic Islands
This wonderful group of islands is divided into Gimnesias (Mallorca, Menorca and Cabrera) in the North, and Pitiusas (Ibiza y Formentera) in the South-West.
Their excellent climate with some 300 days of sun per year, wonderful beaches, a rich cultural offer and the unusual hospitality of their inhabitants make Balearic Islands one of the preferred holiday destinations in Spain. There are more passengers at the airport of Palma de Mallorca than at the airport of any other Spanish city. Hardly anybody who has spent holidays here didn't wish to return, in fact, many visitors have made the islands their permanent home.
Each of the islands has a strong personality of its own. Mallorca, about the size of Long Island, New York, has long been the Mediterranean's most popular playground. It is the center for water sports, especially sailing competitions. Each year there is a regatta where the participating sailing boats must be over 50 years old. Palma, the capital, is a center for art, shopping (especially leather goods,) and wonderful dining. Menorca, the second largest Balearic island, operates at a more relaxed pace with green countryside to explore, quiet beaches, coves, unique hotels and cafes in its harbour. Ibiza, the smallest island has a world wide reputation for cosmopolitan, trendy day and night life. This is an island of movie stars, the rich and famous, and those who watch them!