With a flight time of only 2 hours and 30 minutes from the UK to Majorca, which is the Balearic Islands’ largest and very popular island, tourists from the UK often take advantage of the frequent and many carriers who fly there. Most major UK airports have flights, often with cheap prices.
For example, Thomas Cook Airlines has the industry’s best on-time performance and also offers additional features such as audio and TV channels that present popular shows and music. There are also children’s activity packs and tax-free purchases of gifts, perfumes, and alcoholic drinks.
Other airlines that offer cheap flights are BA, Iberia, KLM, and others. One way to save money is to fly during the week since weekend flights are more expensive.
The only airport on the island is Palma International, which is the third largest Spanish airport and is one of Europe’s busiest airports during the summer. This airport is expected to handle 32 million passengers in 2010. A six-floor parking lot holds up to 5,700 vehicles.
Majorca is popular not only for its beautiful beaches and excellent climate but also for the attractions such as the famous Le Seu Cathedral with its Gaudi highlights, a bishop’s throne, magnificent stained windows, and a vaulted ceiling. This cathedral is located in the city of Palma, which is located only 5 miles from the airport. Also in Palma is a marina filled with luxurious yachts and fishing boats together with excellent restaurants, clubs, and lively bars. You can explore the Old Town. Be sure to attend the huge market on Saturdays as well as boutiques where you can purchase local wine, silk garments created by local textile workers, cigars, a popular Spanish cheese, and more. You can also enjoy the warm clear waters by swimming, windsurfing, water skiing, and many other water sports.
Netflights.com is an excellent engine to search for cheap flight deals. You can browse thousands of cheap flights to over 1500 destinations worldwide leaving from over 135 airlines. You can also book other phases of your holiday such as your accommodations and hiring a car in order to explore the destinations on your own.
