Magaluf Beach Travel Guide

About Magaluf Beach

Buzzing Magaluf's myriad bars and clubs have been welcoming holidaymakers from all over Europe since the 1960s. There is more to Magaluf, though, than its notorious 'Lager Belt', especially after recent moves by the authorities to landscape and spruce up the resort and get rid of some of its less attractive buildings. With a sweep of palm-fringed Mediterranean beachfront, a wide choice of watersports, quiet neighbouring holiday suburbs and lots of family attractions within easy reach, Magaluf has an attractive setting and has broadened its appeal.

Beach:

Magaluf boasts the largest and best white-sand beach on the south side of Mallorca. Many people think it is the best beach on the island. Holidaymakers can hire surfboards, go jet-skiing, water-skiing, parasailing and ride inflatables.

Beyond the beach:

Porrassa Island is just a short boat trip from Magaluf, holidaymakers can venture out on the Nemosub submarine, and 'booze cruises' are always popular. Visiting the Western Water Park (www.westernpark.com) or next door at Aqualand (www.aqualand.es) is a great way to cool down. There is also Marineland (www.marineland.es), with its dolphin and seal shows, a go-karting circuit, pony trekking, bungee jumping and a choice of first-class golf courses all within easy reach of Magaluf. Golf Fantasia (www.golf-fantasia.com) is an elaborately themed, very popular crazy-golf attraction.

Family fun:

Magaluf is an excellent resort for families with the beach so close to the centre and lifeguards on duty in summer. Virtually all eating and drinking places are family friendly and there are dozens of family attractions either in the resort or just a very short distance away.

Exploring further:

Mallorca's capital, Palma, is seriously underrated. This is one of Spain's most beautiful small cities with a magnificent cathedral, atmospheric old alleyways, and some great shopping, eating and drinking opportunities. Old-timer trains rattle north from Palma, slicing through the heart of the holiday island to Sóller in the north, where a tram trundles down to the north coast. Closer to Magaluf, the old towns of Calvià and Andratx are also worth visiting.