Spanish in Mallorca
We offer Spanish language courses at our school in Mallorca, Spain.
Students must be at least 16 years old to participate. |
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Spanish in MallorcaThe Balearic Islands Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera and Cabrera are situated 200 km south of Barcelona off the east coast of Spain. In spite of the close proximity of the different islands, each one has its own very different landscape.
Mallorca has a magnificent coastline with excellent sandy beaches. Menorca is noted for its tranquility, while Ibiza is most famous for it's young and extravagant nightlife. Formentera and Cabrera are extremely solitary. |
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Mallorca is the largest island covering some 3,640 square km, the furthest distance that can be traveled on the island is 120 km. Palma, the island's capital, has a population of approximately 320.000.
It stretches some 15 km along the coastline, from El Arenal and Palma beach in the east as far as the cosmopolitan districts of Cala Mayor and San Agustin in the west. |
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Most of the major buildings and monuments in Palma were constructed during the "Golden Age," between 1276 and 1344 under the rule of the Kingdom of Aragon.
Among the most impressive is the graceful Gothic Cathedral , which was commissioned by King Jaime I of Aragon in 1230. |
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| Close to cathedral is the old Arab quarter with its maze of narrow streets hiding museums, palaces and exquisite courtyards. Most of the main sights are located within this area bounded by the old walls, especially to the north and east of the cathedral. |
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Palma is stylish, sophisticated, intimate yet bursting with life. It has a wide range of exquisite shopping areas, and restaurants which offer cuisines from all over the world and a bar scene which covers at twenty-four hours any taste.
Around Palma de Mallorca you will find first class beaches with fine sand and crystal- clear waters. It´s no wonder that the Spanish royal family as well as many American celebrities spend their summer vacation in Mallorca.
Palma is a city you cannot but love and no doubt will return to. |
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Palma de Mallorca in a Nutshell
● Location
Mallorca is the largest of the
Balearic Islands (Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera and Cabrera)
and is situated approximately 200km south of Barcelona. Playa de
Palma is Mallorca's main beach and the centre of the island's
nightlife. |
● Famous for
Beautiful beaches; holiday resort for
celebrities and the Spanish Royal Family; the 'La Seu' gothic
cathedral; weekly street markets. |
● School surroundings
Our school is located east of Palma de
Mallorca's city centre, just 25 metres from Playa de Palma,
Mallorca's main beach and the heart of the island's nightlife. The
school is therefore surrounded by bars, cafes and restaurants, and
is just a 25 minute bus ride from the city centre. |
● Cities, towns and villages nearby
Palma de Mallorca; Menorca, Ibiza and the
other Balearic islands. |
● Places of interest
La Seu Cathedral, Caves of Drach, Calla
Millor, Sineu, breathtaking beaches. |
● Special events
Feria de April, Sa Rua Carnival, San Antoni
Abat procession of pets (16-17 January), Sant Pere fishing boat
procession (28-29 June). |
● Shopping
There are several shopping malls and
outlets in the centre of Palma de Mallorca, just a 25 minute bus
ride from the school. Here one will find the latest fashion, as well
as a vast selection of jewellery and gifts. Every town in Mallorca
also has a weekly open-air market, where one will find fresh fruit
and vegetables - and much much more! |
● Nightlife
The nightlife in Mallorca needs no
introduction. The island is teeming with pubs and discos. |
● Public transport facilities
Buses and taxis. |
● Getting there from the airport
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There is only one bus connection from the airport to the city centre. Please take Bus 1 to the city centre to Plaza de España and from there Bus 15 or 25 back to the Playa de Palma and get off at Apartamentos Las Velas. The ride will take around 60-90 minutes. |
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taxi: |
The school is only a 5-10 minute drive from the
airport, the taxi will cost 12 to 15 Euro. |
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