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What's it really like ? Transfer time: Approx 55 minutes Location: Two-resorts-in-one, linked by a promenade and each with a character of its own. The largest of the two - Cala Millor is modern with varied appeal for the average holidaymaker. Some brochures describe it as the 'liveliest resort on the east coast', which can be misleading because the pace remains fairly relaxed - it's just a typical tourist town. Attempts to make the place look pretty have worked, especially along the seafront where the main pedestrian drag has been nicely landscaped. Cala Bona doesn't have to try quite so hard. The small fishing village is a welcome contrast with its leafy, narrow streets and much more in the way of Spanish charm. However, the resort's skyline is blighted by one or two highrise apartment blocks. Beaches: Translated into English, Cala Bona means 'good bay', and Cala Millor means 'better bay'. On either side of the headland the water is clean and the sand is good - Cala Millor just has a lot more of it. All known watersports are available along its 3km length.
Days Out: Boat trips, Go-karts, golf ( about 4km away) and a sign-posted country walk. Bikes can be hired or you can let the obligatory road train take the strain. Shops provide all the holiday essentials along with some boutiques and jewellery stores. Nights Out: Whatever your mood you'll be well catered for once the sun goes down. Cala Millor is fairly vibrant with its bars and a sprinkling of nightclubs distributed throughout the resort. Restaurants, mainly of the fastfood variety are concentrated on the main coastal walkway; ample resort-type fayre elsewhere. Cala Bona suppliments its neighbour with good fish restuarants, plus Spanish and Italian. Bucket and Spade Brigade: The biggest resource for kids in whichever resort you choose is the beach which is safe and clean. The little tourist train stops at a nearby safari park, which also has a petting zoo for younger children. |
