Christmas in Majorca

30th November 2010

Majorca – land of sun, sea and sand. But there’s a little more going on in this beautiful Balearic paradise than initially meets the eye, especially in winter time. From a November wine-testing in sa Pobla, to the Changing of the Guard of Honour in bustling Palma, Majorca has got plenty of treats and delights hidden away just beneath its delightful aesthetics.

The most popular of the Balearic Isles also plays host to many events and shows specifically themed around Christmas. If it’s music and theatre you’re into, then a host of events are on offer. Junior Christmas concerts are often a big draw, though other events such as family theatre – with this season offering Beauty and the Beast – are hugely popular at Alcudia's Auditorium. Casa de Cultura in Alcudia is also offering a production of Jack and the Beanstalk, so there’s a real treat in store for anyone would be culture vultures in Majorca this winter.

Remember, at this time of the year you’ll see a different side to the famously popular summer holiday destination, and many of its 850,000 inhabitants would be in a rush to agree. Winters are mild to cool, so it’s no surprise to find out that Majorca reveals its indoor delights as the nights grow darker and the prospect of cosier evenings becomes evermore enticing. There’s a whole undiscovered world out there – even amongst places with which you’re already familiar – so keep your eyes open and you might just discover the next hidden gem in the crown of the Balearics.