| Every year, millions of people plan a vacation for | | | | Majorca understand this and have worked |
| a wide variety of reasons - some prefer the | | | | relentlessly on new bike routes and facilities over |
| relaxation of a beach vacation, while others look | | | | the past 10 years. |
| for something a bit more exciting or physically | | | | Their hard work and dedication has been paying |
| demanding. | | | | off. Currently the island boasts an astounding 260 |
| When most people think Majorca, they think | | | | km of cycling routes. They will continue to |
| beautiful, white beaches. Beautiful beaches and | | | | improve upon one of the most quickly growing |
| crystal blue waters aren't all Majorca has to offer. | | | | activities on the island. |
| In fact, the island has something to offer nearly | | | | Cycling offers a very unique tour of the island. |
| everyone. | | | | Some hotels and local businesses offer guided |
| Majorca is one of the most popular family | | | | tours and bike rentals. Many other bike-friendly |
| vacation destinations in the world. Mediterranean | | | | facilities offer bike maintenance and secure |
| people love to indulge children of all ages. In fact, | | | | storage. |
| the servers at even the most upscale restaurant | | | | Utilizing the freedom of travel a bicycle offers, |
| are likely to offer to cuddle your unruly toddler to | | | | tourists often get to experience parts of the |
| give you a moment's peace to enjoy your meal. | | | | island that most do not see. Many bike paths wind |
| Many of Majorca's beaches are well-geared for | | | | their way through the mountains and hills, allowing |
| families with small children. They offer great | | | | a very natural view of the island's flora and fauna. |
| features like safe, shallow water for little ones to | | | | Water sports and golf are also very popular in |
| really enjoy their beach time. Many theme parks | | | | Majorca. Some local businesses offer dive or boat |
| and water attractions have family activities, | | | | tours and diving lessons. Diving in the |
| including miniature golf and pony rides. Several | | | | Mediterranean Sea is an experience like no other. |
| resorts and hotels offer babysitting services and | | | | Some species of tropical fish and marine life exist |
| programs specifically designed for children. | | | | only in this temperate climate. Crystal clear |
| Vacation packages to Majorca are often | | | | waters offer a great viewing distance. Local |
| all-inclusive. Resorts and agencies often offer | | | | businesses also offer boat and water craft rentals |
| packages for honeymooners, babymooners, | | | | for those who wish to explore the open sea on |
| beach lovers and tourists of all sorts. | | | | their own. |
| Some of Majorca's most popular vacation | | | | The Balearic Islands are located almost directly |
| packages include scuba diving, boating and relaxing | | | | south of Barcelona, Spain. Also known as Mallorca, |
| on the beach. The more physically demanding | | | | Majorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands. |
| vacation packages are becoming more popular | | | | Majorca is located in the Mediterranean Sea |
| year by year. Cycling vacations have risen | | | | between eastern Spain and northern Africa. Due |
| drastically over the last few years. This increase | | | | to the location, Majorca enjoys an impressive 300 |
| is expected to continue to increase by at least 10 | | | | days of sunshine per year. |
| percent over the next two to three years. In | | | | Because of its location and ability to provide a |
| 2007, more than 87,000 cyclists enjoyed a cycling | | | | quick getaway, Majorca has been a popular tourist |
| vacation in Majorca. | | | | destination since the 1950s. Many major hotel |
| Cycling is quickly becoming a favourite activity for | | | | chains and resorts have ties to Majorca because |
| tourists around the world. Tourism authorities in | | | | of the massive numbers of tourists per year. |