Puerto Pollensa

Set against the backdrop of the Boquer mountain range on the north coast of Mallorca, Puerto Pollensa is perfect for those looking for a quiet resort off the beaten track. Even in the height of the season the sandy beaches that stretch along the sheltered horseshoe-shaped bay remain uncrowded. Most visitors to this sedate resort are families with young children or older couples. The resort has grown up around the scenic fishing port that serves the picturesque old Roman town of Pollensa, situated a few miles inland where sightseeing, particularly on foot, is an interesting way to spend some time. Cafes, restaurants and tourist shops line the promenade along with some elegant hotels, which overlook the wide sandy beach and the bay, dotted with the colourful sails of yachts.