Hiya, ive only ever been to majorca once before and that was a few years ago before i had my little one. From what i can remember there was a great water park, very good for the little ones, and also we took a trip on the glass bottom boat. I cant really recall much more trips as i went with a group of uni friends so it was just a getting drunk holiday.
Im sure others will be able to recommend more trips though.

Thanks for you reply

Hi

Depends on the tastes and interests of the children, but if the weather is good, they'll not want to move far from the beach or Hotel pool during the day. Western Water Park and Aqualand are both open if they prefer a day's water park, as is Marineland in Portals, although I've heard a couple of negative views about that lately. There's a rumour they are looking to move it to Magalluf, so there's a suggestion that they are not spending much on updating and improving it.

A bus ride will take you to Santa Ponça for a day out, or to Andraxt Market on a Wednesday morning for the Market. There is a big Car Boot / Flea Market in Magalluf itself on a Saturday morning which is quite interesting, although there is a lot of worthless junk there.

You might want to get a bus into Palma and see the Cathederal, and walk around the shops, or even get the train to Soller.

You will never be short of things to do at night - depending on the Hotel, there may be games / entertainment organised by the Hotel itself, but there are hundreds of bars in Magalluf and Palma Nova that cater for all tastes and ages - don't be put off by people who "pigeon-hole" Magalluf as a resort full of drunken youths - you'll find drunken youths (and people old enough to know better) at every resort in the world - the thing about Magalluf is that it has "lively" areas where those who want it go, and there are areas of the resort which are quiet, and cater more for Children.

Pirates is a good show, although it's not cheap (don't book through the rep, as Pirates are offering a 20% discount at the moment - and you won't need transport - you can walk there in 5 minutes) and you can do yourself a favour by going to Woolworths or Wilko's (depending on where you live) and buy a cheap Pirates kit (sword, eye patch and bandana) before you come out for about £1.99 (or less) and save the 10 / 12 euros they charge for the same at the end of the show! The food's OK, and the drinks are limited in choice, but free.

Most of the trips and excursions that the reps offer you, you can book yourself cheaper - and if you're kids make friends they'll be happy to spend time (sorry - hang out) with them most of the time.

Our son is 10 (going on 19) and he obviously lives out here, and is very street wise - we barely ever see him - Fishing, swimming, it's an ideal place for kids that age.

They'll have a great time.

Cheers

Adam

Regarding the water park. I stayed in the fiesta tropico( i think) and we went to the water park near the police station. What is that called?
Also which is the best water park to go to? Im heading out to Magaluf again in September and want to go to a water park.

Thanks
Nicola

Thanks Adam, I'm even more excited now!!!

http://www.balearnet.com/mallorca/wherepark.htm
TRyt this link for info on water parks

Pirates only round the corner is a must for kids.........fantastic, and as he says buy your costumes in england. There is a bar above Manos, cant remember the name...lovely food, bouncy castle, pool table, PS2 free and all the soaps if you like them that is (like the wife)............enjoy your hol

I think the bar you're referring to is Popeye's Bar. We went past the other day and it was closed, although you may not be aware that one of the owners died at the end of last year. I don't want to post details on here, but please pm me if you require more information.

Cheers

Adam

Hi Adam,

I have just read your post about your son and it has put my mind at rest a little, we have been to Magaluf three times and will be going back on the 1st of July, only this time we will have my 16yr old son and his friend (as an after GCSE treat).

I have been worried about them being out on thier own - We have never had a problem in Magaluf, but then again I have never had two 16yr old boys with me!
Is there any particular places you would reccomend they stay away from?

I look forward to having a drink at Goodfellows!