Every single year, thousands of families choose Majorca as the destination for their summer holiday. But while many couples both old and young will head out to the island, lots of families with young children will also be on the flights that regularly touch down on the island.

The question is what will there be to do there once you arrive with your family in tow. Will there be enough activities to keep the kids entertained for one or perhaps even two weeks?

The answer is a resounding yes – you won’t have any trouble finding lots to do there. For starters there is a water park on the island called Aqualand. It is only open during the main summer season, but since this is when most families with kids will visit, it won’t be a problem. There is enough here to keep everyone happy for a whole day. Repeat visits may not be out of the question either.

If the kids love crazy golf you will want to seek out Golf Fantasia as well. Many people say this is the best of all the crazy golf venues you will find on the island. Not only are there a whopping eighteen holes on the course, you will also find three complete courses to have a go at. Expect to spend a good few entertaining hours here.

If you are staying anywhere near Magaluf you can try out the go karting that is nearby as well. Everyone can enjoy a day trying to beat each other for the fastest time around the track.

There is no doubt that Majorca is packed with plenty of family orientated activities for everyone to enjoy. The above is just a selection of what you can do, and this is all without looking for excitement and thrills on the beaches as well. Once you’ve had a few days out and about exploring the island, all you’ll want is a lazy day back at the beach so you can relax and enjoy the other thing that Majorca has to offer – plenty of sunshine.

Majorca really spoils us. It is packed with plenty of outstanding resorts that give us what we want from a Majorcan holiday. It lies just twelve miles away from Palma, so when you land on the island it’s good to know you won’t have too far to go to reach your resort.

When you read all about Majorca you will no doubt come across Santa Ponsa as one of the key resorts it has to offer. The very well known resort of Magaluf may be nearby, but Santa Ponsa has an altogether different feel to it. This will make it more appealing to those people who prefer not to visit the island purely for the nightlife. You should be aware that there is a degree of nightlife in Santa Ponsa, but it isn’t as lively as some other parts of the island are known to be.

Certainly Santa Ponsa has an impressive beach on offer for those who are arriving in order to top up their tan. Many of the local hotels and holiday complexes have their own on site pools, but if you would rather head to the beach you will find it very close by.

Another key advantage of Santa Ponsa is that with Magaluf as its neighbour, you will be able to travel the short distance to there quite easily. This means you can enjoy all the attractions in the surrounding areas as well as those you will have close by in Santa Ponsa itself. As you can see this is a bonus in all situations, but it could be particularly handy to know if you are planning to go there with the whole family. The nearby Palma Nova has a great crazy golf course which is also open during the evenings, so as you can see there is plenty to do while you are there.

It’s not hard to see why Santa Ponsa should be so popular among various holidaymakers. If you haven’t been there before you may find you like it so much you’ll be back again next year.

One of the first tasks that will face you when you decide to book a break to Majorca is to decide where you will base your holiday. One good option is Puerto Pollensa, otherwise known as Port de Pollenca. This is popular for many reasons and indeed some people are known to come back here for a holiday in the future once they have seen it for the first time.

Puerto Pollensa is a very attractive and welcoming place to be based in for a holiday. It is quite large, it has a nice beach and there is plenty to see and do here as well. The word ‘enchanting’ tends to pop up more than once when you are reading about the area, and you will soon find that the word is not overused.

The beach is definitely one of the highlights of the area, but by no means is it the only one. It offers just about everything you could want from a beach though, since it is large and shaped like a horseshoe. This gives it protection from the rougher seas so it is ideal for people who are visiting Puerto Pollensa with younger children. They will be able to enjoy the sea as well as the sand and that means a good all round holiday they will remember for a long time to come.

There is also every opportunity to enjoy a nice meal by the beach itself. Some of the restaurants and cafes here have tables and chairs set out by the edge of the beach. You can enjoy eating and drinking as the sun goes down in the evenings, providing a backdrop to a nice Majorcan meal that is hard to beat.

You should definitely make the time to wander along the Pine Walk. This is one of the most famous parts of Puerto Pollensa, and you can imagine why it has been so named. You can also stop in one of the cafes here to enjoy a nice cool drink and the chance to appreciate the pine lined walk itself. This is just one of the delights that Puerto Pollensa in Majorca has in store for you.

Majorca is known for many things when it comes to going there on holiday. But an aquarium is probably not the first thing you would think of. However the Palma Aquarium does attract many visitors during the summer season, and many holidaymakers who do take the time to see the aquarium are glad they did.

If you read up on the aquarium you will find another term is used frequently to describe this unique attraction. Described also as a marine park, this term will give you more of an idea of what you can expect when it comes to visiting the attraction. Although the aquarium hasn’t been in Palma for very long, it has already garnered a wonderful review and has had many repeat visitors. If you are in Majorca with the whole family and you are wondering where to take the kids to keep them amused, this could be the ideal solution. It is wise to spend a whole day browsing round the attraction, because you are liable to miss out on some of the many delights there if you have any less time to devote to it.

One of the highlights of the aquarium is shark feeding time. Yes they do have sharks here and they are fed daily as part of the experience of seeing them. If you have a diver’s license you can even swim with them as part of a pre-arranged experience.

Of course there are plenty of other areas to see too, not just the shark tanks. With various specimens from the Mediterranean and tropical waters too, make sure you don’t miss out on anything.

Outside there is even a chance to climb aboard a pirate’s ship so you can sit back and relax while the kids go wild and make themselves tired (hopefully). There are also a number of so called touch pools, containing harmless creatures that are ideal for introducing to the young ones.

Whatever you decide to see first at the aquarium in Palma, make sure you enjoy a day out with the family you will never forget.

Most parts of Majorca are well worth a visit at one time or another. But some places are definitely worth a mention and perhaps even a brief look at online before you go. They could even influence where you decide to head to on holiday when it comes to booking your choice of accommodation.

Santa Ponsa is a classic example of such a situation. If we travel down into the south western part of Majorca we will find Santa Ponsa nestling there, waiting to tempt us. It earns points for being right on the coast, so if you are looking for the traditional beach holiday you might just be in luck here.

The good news is that Santa Ponsa is dedicated to providing everything you need for the perfect Majorcan holiday. Some people like going off the beaten track but if you are not one of them you can enjoy exploring the well developed Santa Ponsa area instead. The main thing to remember is that this is a resort dedicated to making your holiday superb no matter what time of year you visit. As you would expect the summer is the peak of the year, but it can present you with some tempting possibilities for a more relaxing break during the other seasons as well.

The beach is a vast expanse of soft sand that most people head to on a daily basis. The sea isn’t too deep here either, making it a family friendly destination in many different ways. It doesn’t get too deep too fast, nor does it seem to be that rough on a regular basis. What could be better when you have small children who want to go paddling?

As you would expect there are lots of shops and streets to wander and browse around as well. Make the most of every inch of Santa Ponsa while you are there; you will find plenty more attractions just outside of town as well as right on your doorstep. It’s not really surprising to consider that Santa Ponsa is such a popular place to visit.

Any visit to Majorca is going to be filled with lots to see and do. But of course you want to be sure you don’t miss out on any of the highlights that are an essential part of any trip to the island.

A classic example of this is the Nemo Submarine. Proof positive – if it were needed – that not all must do activities are on dry land, this is an ideal excursion for the whole family to go on. It comes in two parts as well, offering a scenic boat trip to enjoy before you go beneath the waves for the real Nemo experience.

You’ll need to make your way to the south western corner of the island, where the famous (or infamous, if you prefer) location of Magaluf awaits you. This is where the Nemo Submarine trip starts, although you will of course board the boat to reach the submarine to begin with. It takes around twenty minutes to make the boat trip and during this time you will be able to view the coastline of Majorca from the boat itself. Be sure to take your camera – especially when you realise what happens next.

You will transfer from the boat into the submarine and once you’ve done so it’s time to dive below the waves to see what life under the water is like around the island. This is a magnificent chance to spend the best part of an hour exploring the depths, and although you only go down to twenty metres at most, you will be amazed at what you can see.

This really is worth taking the whole family on; kids will find it fascinating but so will the adults because it really can take your breath away. You’ll probably never have been below the waves before, so it gives you an idea of what goes on around you that you would normally never see.

The fish will usually be fed while you are down there too, to ensure you have the best possible chance of seeing them. Are you ready to make the trip yet?

As far as a lot of people are concerned, Soller comes to mind when thinking about the vintage train that arrives there from Palma. This narrow gauge railway may be a significant attraction in itself, but you should be prepared for a superb and eye opening experience visiting Soller too.

Firstly Soller should not be confused with Port de Soller, which (as the name suggests) is on the coast. Soller itself is slightly further inland and provides a different experience if you want to discover a bit more about Majorca. However if you do want to pay a visit to the port as well, all you have to do is jump on board the Orange Express. This is the delightful name given to the tramway that joins the two together.

The name of the tramway is actually rather apt, since Soller itself is home to a number of citrus groves. Olives are the other main staple that is grown here. As you can see, the town certainly makes the most of the fertile soil it has been blessed with.

Soller has the feel of a more natural Majorcan destination, rather than one which exists primarily to cater for tourists. Some of the locals indulge in pottery making and other crafts, and you can enjoy browsing round some of the shops here. You might even elect to take a few items home with you as authentic Majorcan souvenirs.

The other notable thing about Soller is the buildings. There are a few notable buildings that stand out, such as the Church of Sant Bartomeu for example. But the other buildings in town also have an attraction of their own. Take a look at the architecture and note the details around the windows for example. Some are more ornate than others but it all has an undeniably attractive and rustic feel.

If you happen to be staying near Palma you’ll have ample opportunity to hop on the narrow gauge railway to reach Soller itself. As you can see it is well worth doing so, if only to see a different side of Majorca to the one you’ll already have discovered.