| One of the most popular hotspots in Majorca, | | | | to local products, the Palma shopping experience |
| Palma offers holidaymakers a laidback island | | | | has it all and a stroll down Passeig des Born, |
| retreat where rest and relaxation is the order of | | | | Avinguda Jaume III and Carrer Sindicat is a must |
| the day. True it does not have the typical Spanish | | | | for die hard shoppers. The city is also home to |
| beach culture, but there is plenty to keep visitors | | | | department stores of the likes of El Corte Ingles |
| occupied throughout their holiday. | | | | and C&A. What makes shopping in Palma |
| Once in the city, there are a wide variety of | | | | unique however, are its vibrant local markets. The |
| Palma Hotels to choose from though it is better | | | | flower market on La Rambla, the Mercat de |
| to book ahead since accommodation may be hard | | | | l'Olivar produce market in Plaza Olivar and the |
| to find during summer. Wondering what to do | | | | Mercat Artesanal craft market in Placa Major are |
| next? Well here are just some of the many | | | | just some of the venues where shoppers can |
| places of interest one can look forward to visit | | | | enjoy great bargains and some good old |
| from sunrise to sunset...and beyond! | | | | fashioned haggling with locals! |
| Visitors interested in getting a feel of the rich | | | | After a long morning of sightseeing and shopping |
| culture of Palma can begin their sightseeing tour at | | | | in Palma, visitors can head back to their Majorca |
| the historic quarter. The 13th century Cathedral is | | | | Hotels to experience another important Spanish |
| a must visit attraction along with the harbour side | | | | custom...the siesta! No guide to Palma is complete |
| Almudaina Palace and S'Hort des Rei Gardens. | | | | without a mention of its nightlife which is the |
| Other historical monuments include the ancient | | | | perfect way to cap off the day. Those wanting |
| Arab Baths, the La Llotja building and Bellver | | | | to sample some Majorcan cuisine can head to one |
| Castle which also hosts summer concerts. An | | | | of the many restaurants around such areas as |
| easy way to see Palma is by hopping aboard the | | | | Portixol and Sa Llotja which also has several tapas |
| city's sightseeing bus (# 50) which heads to some | | | | bars. |
| of the main attractions. | | | | Partygoers looking to enjoy a night of drinks and |
| There are also several museums which help give | | | | dancing will have to wait till around 10 PM when |
| visitors an idea of the city's history such as the | | | | most of the clubs begin to open. The Paseo |
| Palma History Museum, the Majorca Museum and | | | | Maritimo area with its Pacha and Tito's nightclubs |
| the Cathedral Museum. Art lovers have plenty to | | | | is a great spot to begin ones club tour, while the |
| see as well and the Es Baluard Museum of Modern | | | | BCM disco is large enough to cater to the varied |
| Spanish Art, the Palau March and the Pilar & | | | | tastes and styles of both younger and older |
| Joan Miro Foundation showcase works by such | | | | crowds. The Cafe Bar Barcelona is an ideal chill out |
| greats as Picasso, Rodin and Miro respectively. | | | | spot for those in the mood for some sultry jazz |
| In order to experience a true Majorcan holiday | | | | and L'Havanna is the place to go for Latin |
| one should try to book hotels in Palma around the | | | | American style music. A handy way to get |
| time of local fiestas. The Fiesta of Sant Sebastia | | | | around after hours is by way of the city's Night |
| (January 20th) with its live music and revelry is an | | | | Bus which travels to nightlife hotspots. |
| experience in itself, while witnessing Nit de Foc | | | | As with travelling to any exotic destination, the |
| (June) with its bonfires and the fireworks displays | | | | best way to truly discover what Palma has to |
| of the Fiesta of the Estendard December 31st) | | | | offer is by heading off the beaten path and losing |
| makes ones holiday that little bit more special. | | | | oneself in its enchanting streets and squares |
| The city is also fast becoming a hub for | | | | where hidden treasures await to be found behind |
| shopaholics visiting Majorca. Be it designer fashions | | | | every corner! |