Sun, sea, sand – Majorca has it all. Since the introduction of cheap holidays, travelling to the largest island in the Balearics has been a popular activity for many sun-seeking Brits.

In fact, around 10 million people holiday in Majorca every single year, meaning that many holidaymakers hold a special place in their hearts for the sandy shores of this beautiful Spanish getaway.

We look at the top 5 reasons why Majorca continues to attract the massive amount of visitors it gets from the UK:

1)    It’s not far away. Depending on where you are flying from in the UK, the flight time to Majorca can be as little as 2 hours. Flights depart regularly from virtually all airports across the British Isles, so you can usually choose a departure time and date to suit your needs.

2)    The weather. Temperatures in the summer months average at 24 Celsius, but regularly top 30 in July and August. In fact, warm temperatures bless the isle between May and October, and even the winter months only fall as low as 10 Celsius, making Majorca somewhere pleasant to visit all year long.

3)    Fantastic beaches. The coastline is probably the main reason why people return again and again for Majorca holidays. Arguably the best stretch of beach on the island is located in Alcudia. Here, around nine kilometres of white sand stretches out as far as the eye can see, with shallow water lapping at your heels. The beaches on the island range from large, open bays to smaller, more private coves.

4)    The food. There is a huge range of food on offer when you visit Majorca. If you are willing to try local dishes such as traditional seafood Paella, it is worth making a trip to the capital Palma, or even off the beaten track in land. Alternatively, if you enjoy something a bit less adventurous, all of the main resorts offer fantastic meals from around the world. There are even famous fast food outlets dotted around if you’re really missing your home comforts.

5)    There’s something for everyone. Majorca really does have something to keep anyone busy. If you enjoy your lazy days and long, party-filled nights then Magaluf or Palma Nova will be for you. If you’re looking for a more relaxing break, try Puerto Pollensa on the north coast, or even Illetas, a quiet resort overlooking Palma Bay.