What to Do During Your Holidays in Spain Balearic Islands
When it comes to beautiful beaches, the Balearic Islands Spain is always worth a mention, which is why many tourists come to spend holidays in the Balearic Islands all year round. Aside from providing plenty of opportunities to soak up the sun and the sand, though, the archipelago has a variety of other activities to offer, too, for a truly enjoyable vacation.
For one, you can go birdwatching at the Mondrago Natural Park on the island of Majorca (Mallorca in Catalan). The Mondrago Natural Park was declared an ‘Area of Special Protection for Birds’ in 1995, particularly since it is home to many species of migratory birds. You can simply enjoy the views of stunning natural landscapes at the park, too, or take a walk through the oak woods while admiring different types of lovely orchids.
While in Majorca, you can also tour many other attractions. These include gothic castles such as the Capdepera Castle and the Bellver Castle, which also houses the Palma History Museum; religious buildings such as the Royal Monastery of Valldemossa and the Palma Cathedral; and interesting museums like the Can Planes Museum and the Marti Vicenc Museum.
There are many things you can do in Minorca, too, which is the island right beside Majorca. Watching a horse show at the Club Escola Menorquina or Ganaderia Son Martorellet is recommended, where you can see the Menorcan horses perform their own style of dressage. These purebred black horses are the pride of Minorca. You can watch horse races on the island, too.
You can also enjoy a lesson in prehistory and archaeology in Minorca by visiting the settlements of Talati de Dalt, Torre Llafuda and Trepuco. These prehistoric settlements date back to the Talayotic period, from 800 to 400 BC, and are noted worldwide for their megalithic structures.
There are more archaeological remains to be found on the island of Formentera. Although the smallest of the Balearic Islands, Formentera is the site of Ca na Cost, a remarkable collective megalithic tomb dating back to the Bronze Age. This tomb is certainly worth visiting during your holidays in the Balearic Islands. Afterwards, you can ride a bicycle to the lighthouse at Sa Mola and enjoy some of the island’s breathtaking scenery.
Last but not the least, you can go clubbing in Ibiza, an island known throughout the world for its nightlife, as well as for being one of the places rumored to be the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. The most famous club on the island is Privilege, while other notable ones include Eden, Es Paradis, Amnesia and Space. If you’re not a party-goer, there are many concerts and theatrical productions you can catch in Ibiza, too.
Indeed, there are many sights to see and many ways to have fun during your holidays in the Balearic Islands, so don’t just stop at exploring Spain. Make sure you pay these wonderful islands a visit, too. It’s a choice you surely won’t regret.
Isabella Olsen is a travel writer who has toured major destinations worldwide, including Spain Balearic Islands. To book your car hire Spain Balearic Islands, or learn more about cheap hire cars worldwide, visit Zencarhire.com.

