Magaluf, Mallorca

Magaluf, Mallorca is known as a fashionable vacation resort. Situated on the island of Majorca, located in Spain, Magaluf is chiefly visited by Scandinavian, British, and Russian vacation seekers.

Found in the municipality of Calvià, this beach resort is one of many in a string of towns including other Spanish villages like Torrenova and Palma Nova. Majorca's primary airport hub is located 15 miles from Magaluf.
Panorama of Magaluf in spring, Spain
This resort town features one large beach, perfect for swimming and sunbathing. The shore is rimmed with quaint bars, hotels, and souvenir shops. Popular with young singletons and families alike, making Magaluf holidays perfect for everyone. Magaluf's most popular season is in July and August. In winter, the population reverts to 4,335 town residents. Most businesses associated with tourism close during the winter.

Part of its appeal as a stomping ground for young people lies in its plethora of trendy clubs and hotspots. World-renowned DJs have played in Magalluf including superstar spinners like David Guetta, Basshunter, and Judge Jules.

Most of the night-time hotspots can be found on the Punta Ballena area. BCM, the largest and most storied nightclub on Magalluf, features two floors. The bottom level, called Millennium, throws events using foam, popcorn, and water. BCM boasts that it holds the biggest and most famous foam party. A new VIP Lounge complete with bottle service and opportunities to meet DJs was recently unveiled.

Ibiza Rocks, in 2010, launched a new hotel named the Mallorca Rocks Hotel for live concerts. Popular British band The Kooks kicked off the inauguration in June, 2010. These two hotels have been successful in staging live concerts for seventeen weeks during the summer of 2011. Concerts take place on Tuesday nights at the Mallorca Rocks hotel. A crowd of 4,000 can enjoy music from the likes of Calvin Harris and Dizzee Rascal.

Magalluf affords all visitors an opportunity to enjoy a variety of attractions. The Western Water Park offers water rides with an old west theme. Visitors can watch diving exhibitions, participate in falconry, or visit one of the the Western Water Park's dining establishments.

Other attractions include the House of Katmandu, which features themed rooms with robotics, illusions, and games. Pirate's Adventure offers a dinner theater style show. Visitors can also participate in go-karting, horseback riding, and a myriad of water sports are offered such as diving, wind surfing, and water skiing.

Some tourists enjoy swimming to and from the Black Lizard Island, situated in the middle of Magalluf Bay.

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