Puerto Pollensa Holidays

This place is away from the buzz of Majorca’s bigger towns, and faces the Bay of Pollensa on the north-east coast. Traditional llaut fishing boats still bob near the marina, which is mostly populated by modern yachts these days. The town centre’s started to cotton on to the holiday appeal, and you’ll find a clutch of hotels, bars and restaurants that are tailored for families.

You’ll get a glimpse of the town’s fishing history at one of the family-run seafood restaurants. For a more clear-cut dose of culture, nearby Alcudia’s the place to be. This Medieval town’s 10 minutes’ drive along the waterfront, and has held on to lots of its ancient architecture. 14th-century defensive walls and Roman ruins are still visible in the old town.

The shoreline in Puerto Pollensa’s split into big and small sections. Space comes at more of a premium north of the marina, so most sun-seekers head to the mile-long stretch of dove-white sand that unravels southwards. Hotels and restaurants keep the shoreline company, and you’ll have views of the Talaia de la Victoria mountain across the bay.