The Rough Guide to Mallorca & Menorca

Practical travel guide to Mallorca & Menorca featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in Mallorca & Menorca, how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in Mallorca & Menorca, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip.

The Rough Guide to Mallorca & Menorca covers: Palma, So´ller, Port de So´ller, Biniaraix, Fornalutx, Deia`, Son Marroig, Valldemossa, La Granja, Andratx, Port d'Andratx, Sa Dragonera, Pollença, Cala Sant Vicenç, Badi´a de Pollença, Alcu´dia, Es Pla, Binissalem, Sineu, Petra, Porto Petro, Mao´, Ciutadella, Fornells


Inside this travel guide you'll find:

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER
Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Mallorca & Menorca, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Es Pla, Binissalem or Cala Mondrago´ to family activities in child-friendly places, like Port de Pollença, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Mao´, Palma and Sa Calobra.

PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS
Essential pre-departure information including Mallorca & Menorca entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.

TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES
Carefully planned routes covering the best of Mallorca & Menorca give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destinations, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.

DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE
Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.

INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL
Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for hiking, windsurfing, scuba diving, snorkelling and cycling.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS
Rough Guides' rundown of Valldemossa, Monestir de Lluc, Talati´ de Dalt and Cabrera's best sights and top experiences help to make the most of each trip to Mallorca & Menorca, even in a short time.

HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS:
Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in Mallorca & Menorca, matching different needs.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into Mallorca & Menorca, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.

FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY
Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Jardins d'Alfa`bia and the spectacular Serra de Tramuntana.

COLOUR-CODED MAPPING
Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Palma, Mao´, Ciutadella and many more locations in Mallorca & Menorca, reduce need to go online.

USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT
With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.