Majorca Holidays Selling Well For Summer 2011

After three years of declining travel, the good news for the island of Majorca is that more holidays are being booked by UK tourists for this summer.
Majorca could be in for a good summer, as early indications show that the number of Britons booking a holiday for the Mediterranean island is on the increase – already villa bookings for example are up by a third compared to this time last year.

The signs of more visitors this year will be welcomed by businesses reliant on the tourist trade – such as hotels, bars and restaurants – who have experienced a drop in the number of holidaymakers in the last two years due to the recession.

2011 has already started well with an unusually busy time out of season, when more people visited Majorca than any other area of Spain – including the Costa del Sol – making it the country’s top destination in September for example, with the UK and Germany providing the most number of visitors.

September can be a really good month to visit the island. The hotels, bars and restaurants are all still fully functioning but it’s quieter than the peak summer months of July and August – and the Majorca weather is arguably better then as it’s not too hot but just right for sunbathing or getting out and about.

For those considering a visit for this summer, what is there to do, and where’s a good place to stay?

Last year three Majorca hotels received awards for excellence, including the Hotel Aimia in Puerto Soller on the northwest coast. Many of the Aimia’s rooms have good harbour and Mediterranean views.

Soller is gaining in popularity with couples especially, as it can be regarded as traditional. A tram connects the port area with Deia, and a railway link through the countryside to the capital Palma in itself is a great day out – and a different way to get to and from the island’s airport for Majorca flights.

For the under 30’s who enjoy their music and partying The Mallorca Rocks has an impressive 330 rooms and is located in Magaluf – a good location as Magaluf is where those looking to party in Majorca tend to head for, and is in the middle of where the younger generations tend to head for, and away from the traditional family areas like Pollensa. A full programme of live music for June through to September promises to make the Rocks a popular venue for 2011 holidays.

But whether it’s a trip to the island as a couple for a romantic getaway, as a family, or among a group of friends one important element is a good beach, and Majorca comes up trumps for those who like to spend some leisure time in and around the Mediterranean.

One of the best – Playa de Muro – is located in the north of the island and the closest holiday resort is Alcudia, popular with both German and British tourists. From Alcudia, drive along the bay, past the S’Albufera Natural Park, and there is a good amount of free parking available – there is also public transport that runs to the beach area from the town.

And there are plenty of other good beaches with blue flag status available to enjoy during Majorca holidays – plus good restaurants, attractions and a host of things to do. Or you could just let the world go by you, relax and enjoy the best island in the Mediterranean and see just why Majorca holidays were the choice of many in the late summer no matter when you decide to visit.

Autumn, spring, summer…it really doesn’t matter when you visit, but if you do you might find out why Majorca is such a popular holiday island for British tourists.

Some good deals are available from travel companies promoting Majorca holidays for those who are considering a summer holiday on the isand.

With budget airlines providing plenty of flights, there are plenty of cheap Majorca holidays online.