Sa Coma Holidays

Sa Coma has all the hallmarks of one of Spain’s classic beach resorts, without the big crowds to go with it. The shoreline’s backed by a modest crop of hotels and restaurants, which are fine-tuned for families. Plus, the town’s only been in the getaway game since the 1980s, so there are still traditional undertones to match the modern, touristy spots. Neighbouring S’Illot takes the authentic feel a step further, as well.

Reaching some of this Balearic Island’s best sightseeing spots is easy from here. The stalactite-filled Drach Caves are 15 minutes’ drive away in Porto Cristo, which also has a marina that’s great for dining out. For something even closer to home, a half-hour walk gets you to the Punta de n’Amer nature reserve. Head towards the tip, and you’ll come across a 17th-century watchtower that was once used to keep a lookout for pirates.

The beach is Sa Coma’s showpiece. It’s a marshmallow-soft stretch of sand, dotted with Caribbean-style thatched parasols and skinny palms. Two tree-covered headlands keep the waters calm, so it makes great paddling territory for little ones. The beach experts at Blue Flag reckon it’s one of the best in Majorca, and have deemed it worthy enough to join their ranks.