Spain - Majorca

The artist Miró, composer Chopin and poet Robert Graves came for inspiration; Churchill and Grace Kelly each came for its peaceful lazy charms; and travellers come for its beautiful beaches. Choose from hotels with spas, live entertainment and children's clubs or opt for something more sophisticated: we've discovered intimate hotels, rich in art and antiques, and exclusive rural fincas, offering the ultimate in gourmet dining and rustic chic. Majorca's shoreline is ribboned with golden stretches and coves of sand spilling into turquoise water, including those in Cala d'Or and Cala Mesquida. While the party scene is hot in many resorts, we've chosen quieter areas, which offer more traditional evenings out, sampling local delicacies or taking sunset strolls along the beach. We suggest hiring a car to visit the artist villages of Deya and Valldemossa, with their honey-coloured stone buildings, and to explore the capital, Palma, with its towering Gothic cathedral, exquisite Almudaina Palace and exclusive cocktail bars and restaurants.

Explore Majorca's historic capital, Palma, taking in the massive Gothic cathedral, enchanting old quarter, cosmopolitan shopping and stylish restaurants and bars
See the stalactites and stalagmites of Majorca's spectacular Caves of Drach
Visit Ciutadella in Menorca, with its cobbled streets, picturesque port and ancient palaces
Climb the twisting road to Monte Toro's peak in Menorca, to be rewarded with views, which sometimes stretch as far as Majorca.

Take the old-fashioned train through the glorious mountain scenery between Palma and Soller, before boarding the Orange Express tram through the citrus groves to Puerto Soller. Discover picturesque views of Menorca's coastline on a relaxing boat trip, stopping for a swim in the Mediterranean waters. A full excursion programme is available; please see your Sovereign Concierge for details.