Palma, located in the south of Majorca, is the centre of commercial and cultural activities on the island, which has a land area of 21,355km². The population of Palma city was listed as 380,000, as of the 2007 census and it is the twelfth largest urban area in Spain.

Situated on the coast, tourists usually arrive at Palma Airport at the start of holidays on the island. Apart from offering beautiful sea views, Palma has a remarkable city centre, with buildings and structures that offer a glimpse of Spain’s rich history and culture. The city has the best hotels and the trendiest clubs on the island, offering a nightlife that is never dull.

Palma lies in the western Mediterranean and has been connected to the major ports of most of the countries bordering the sea for centuries. Palma, unsurprisingly, enjoys a Mediterranean climate, which is characterised by seasonal rains throughout the year. The city’s annual average temperature ranges from 16°C to 18°C.

Air transport for UK and US tourists is not a problem, since a variety of airlines offer direct flights and other packages for passengers. In addition, Spain does not require tourists from either of these countries to have a visa. UK tourists can fly to Palma using airlines such as Thomson, British Airways and FLY BMI. Visitors from the US are able to fly to Palma by taking connecting flights from a number of European countries, including Spain.

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