The Balearic Islands offer much more than other destinations around the world. In the Mediterranean Sea and just of the coast of Spain, four main islands have become popular locations for travelers. There is a rich culture history in this region, that continues to grow and expand. From the excellent and varied cuisine, to the scenic views, to the history to the fun, the best Balearic hotels, restaurants, museums and beaches offer much to the rest of the world. Aside from the tranquil relaxation or the night-time parties, the islands are well known for their attention to the environment. To protecting it as well as caring for it. Off the coast of any of the islands, Mallorca, Ibiza, Formentera, or Cabrera one may witness the appearance of an endangered species, or horse back ride across the white sand beaches at sunset, or participate in any one of the many festivals.
Long known for flavor, not the flavor found in the many dance clubs…but the flavor of the cuisine of the Mediterranean, Spain has gained quite the reputation. One may find curious to note that mayonnaise comes from Menorca. Mayo and bologna, common lunch fare in the States, who would have thought. Most of the diet and dishes of which there are more than six hundred variations, often includes fresh vegetables and seafood. Eggs and lamb are often cooked in the fat produced by the cooking of the famous spicy sausage dishes. Soups make up for the nutritional deficit of the fat, as they are usually clear broth with again, fish and vegetables and fruit. Red sauce and pasta are staples, as well as pomegranate stuffed chicken and almond crusted roasted turkeys. The variation of flavor is one aspect that brings people from the world to this area.
Combine the food and the sunshine and what you come up with are festivals that occur weekly. Outdoor markets and celebrations are part of the draw. Every religiously or historically significant event is not overlooked but celebrated in the fine fashion of food, music, dance and a love of life that happens in too few locations around the world these days. It has been said that should you vacation on one of the islands and you don’t end up buying property, you are of the minority. People visiting just don’t want to leave, and when they do, they can’t wait to come back.