Palma, Majorca

While the weather in Majorca’s capital is best over summer, the climate is fair all year round, so almost every day is perfect for hitting the beach. Wander through the cobbled streets of the Old Town with its colourful buildings and cafes and pick up a treat from one of the local bakeries. Paseo Maritimo is a 4km promenade lining the bay from the Porto Pi shopping centre in the west, to the mini marina of Portixol in the east. Palma Cathedral is the city’s most famous landmark and is open to visitors. The best views can be found on top of Bellver Castle, perched on a hill around 3 km west of the city centre. Palma is great for shopping with something to suit every budget from high end fashion to souvenirs and local produce like Manchego cheese and olive oil.