Saturday, 05 January 2013 09:39

Spain is a fantastic country to holiday in if you’re on a tight budget, as its popular tourist destinations are packed with attractions, meaning you certainly get a lot for your money. This is especially the case on the Balearic island of Majorca.

If you book a last-minute cheap holiday to Majorca, you can rest assured you have days ahead of you filled with sunbathing on white sand, tackling a wide range of water sports, playing golf and visiting top tourist sites.

Below is a guide to some of the best attractions the Spanish island boasts.

Its long sandy stretches

One of the best ways to save splashing the cash when on holiday is to enjoy time at the beach. The island is home to 158 sand ones, 13 gravel beaches, 21 made of rock and 15 pebble. It’ll probably be the sandy beaches you and your loved ones will have your eye on, and if you’re staying in Peguera, make sure you check out Peguera Palmira Beach.

With white sand and calm waters, this is perfect for couples and families alike, and there are plenty of shops and restaurants along the promenade where you can seek some shade. Another popular holiday destination in this part of Spain is Palma Nova. Playa de Palma Beach also boasts white sand and calm waters, while you might find you even end up here come nightfall in one of the nearby lively clubs.

If you’re staying in self-catering accommodation, you might like to bring bottled water and a picnic to the beach to save you spending money in one of the cafes, although you will find plenty of cheap set menus you can take advantage of should you prefer to dine in the shade.

Its museums

While you might think museums are something to avoid when holidaying on a budget, you may be surprised at just how affordable visiting these tourist attractions is. There’s something for all tastes in Majorca, so whatever your interests are you will find a museum for you.

One of the museums that you might like to put on your itinerary is the Father Juniper Serra Museum and Birthplace, which is dedicated to the founder of Los Angeles, San Francisco and the Californian Missions. The friar was born in Petra and is well worth finding out more about. The Soller Marine Museum and Regional Museum of Arta are also some of the venues you can visit.

Its green spaces

Another way to save money while seeing large sections of the area at the same time is to explore its green spaces, with the Cabrera Archipelago National Park a particular highlight. There are plenty of available excursions to the park, so it’s a good idea to compare different companies until you find a price you are happy with for the service you get.

Located an hour from the island by boat, the national park was named a National Marine and Land Park in 1991 and covers more than 10 hectares. Some of the things you can see and do here include going on hikes and visiting the 14th-century castle. If you are a flora and fauna enthusiast, make sure you keep your eyes peeled for the large bird colonies, while underneath the waves there are meadows of Neptunegrass, helping boost the population of aquatic life that calls Cabrera home.