Cala d'Or - A guide to the resort of Cala Dor in Mallorca

15th May 2008

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Cala d'Or, Mallorca. A guide from AroundMallorca.com

Cala d'Or is on the south east coast of Mallorca in the district of Sanatanyi. The resort is a collection of small bays and coves with a fairly new and modern marina at Cala Llonga.

The main pedestrian area around Cala Gran is where you will find the majority of bars, restaurants and shops, although these are to be found around each individual cove.

Building in Cala d'Or has been restricted and there are very few high rise buildings. All buildings have been designed to give the feel of a village, one of the main assets of the resort, with many residential properties nestling between the hotels and tourist areas.

Entertainment is mainly to be found in the hotels, although in the area around Cala Gran there are a variety of live music bars and lively pubs. The resort is suitable for those who don't want the noise and bustle of livelier resorts such as Magalluf.

Cala de sa Torre: a 35m long beach in a remote area with few buildings overlooked by the watchtower which dates back to 1626.

Cala des Homos Morts: although the name, meaning "the little cove of the dead men", is beautiful cove with a small pier which is a stopping point for the tour boats from nearby Porto Petro. With 50m of beach and several amenities near to the shore, a relaxing bay.

Cala de ses Egos: a small beach, only 20m long, which gets very crowded due to the neighbouring hotels.

Cala des Pou: near the marina in a residential area, the beach is 25m long and the Military building Es Forti, now open as a museum, can be seen from the beach. There are showers and toilets available, also sun beds and parasols for rent.

Cala Gran: The main beach at Cala d'Or, 60m long and surrounded by cliffs, is very busy in the summer months due to nearby hotels. There is a small childrens park at the back, restaurants and pedal boats, sun beds and parasols available to rent.

Cala d´Or or Cala de ses Dones: at the end of Carrer Cala dHort, this 35m long beach is in a residential area surrounded by villas and ahotel which blend into the landscape. There is a restaurant and sun beds are available to rent.

Cala Esmeralda: access is from Carrer Felanitx to this small, only 20m long, beach. Hotels and apartments are some distance from the beach preserving its natural beauty and vegetation.

Things to see and do in Cala d'Or Mallorca

Although a lively resort, Cala d'Or does not have many local attractions for the daytime. There is a bus service but it is advisable to hire a car and visit some of the nearby attractions.

Castillo de Santueri: castle near the village of S'Horta
Aquarium de Mallorca: next to the Caves of Drach
Cuevas del Drach: at nearby Porto Cristo
Cuevas dels Hams: near to Porto Cristo
Vall D'Or Golf: 18 hole golf course
Oficines d'Informacio Turistica de Mallorca
Avda Cala Llonga 10
Santanyi
Telephone and Fax: +34 971 657 463
Email: ajuntament@ajsantanyi.net

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Accommodation in Cala d'Or, Mallorca

The majority of accommodation hotels and apartments are of the 2-3 Star range, with lower and higher priced available. Areas around the marina are particularly popular.

If you are intending to buy a holiday home, or perhaps making Mallorca your home, there are numerous villas and apartments for sale, although prices are slightly more expensive than other areas.

How to get to Cala d'Or in the South East of Mallorca

Cala d'Or is in the South East of Mallorca, approximately 65km from Son Sant Juan airport. The motorway heading east has tecently been extended therefore access to Cala d'Or is much easier than a few years ago. Nevertheless, transfer time by coach can be up to 2hrs so some may prefer to hire a car, or take a taxi.

Hire cars can be picked up from the airport. Take the motorway east to Lluchmajor then follow the signs to Cala d'Or.

There is a taxi rank outside of the airport. Taxis have a fixed price to Cala d'Or but there may be additional charges depending upon number of suitcases and passengers. If you require a car seat for children then this needs to be booked in advance.

Shopping in Cala d'Or, Mallorca

There are a large range of shops in the area, many selling good quality and designer clothes and leather goods. There are numerous banks and exchanges to change your currency, then head into town where you will also find perfume shops, ceramics and many other high quality items.

There are a number of supermarkets around the resort, some of which stock British brand name products, although you should expect to pay almost double the normal price.

Fiestas in Cala D'Or and around Mallorca

There are many fiestas celebrated throughout Mallorca over the year. Some are based on religion and others are traditional or pagan events.

1st of January New year
6th of January Feast of Epiphany
1st of April Maundy Thursday
2nd of April Good Friday
1st of May May Day
25th of July San Jaime
15th of August Ascension Day
12th of October National holiday
8th of December the "Inmaculada"
25th of December Christmas Day
26th of December Boxing Day

The main local fiesta is the Fiesta of la Mare de Déu del Mar,or Lady of the Sea, which is held around August 15th every year. Various sporting and music events take place and the highlight is the procession around the harbour.

Although not strictly a fiesta, the yearly Cala d'Or International Jazz Festival is a must for jazz lovers. This event attracts international musicians and is held in July. Details can be obtained from the Tourist Office in Santanyi.

For information on other fiestas around Mallorca click here.

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