Mallorca is the ideal choice for a Mediterranean break, take in some culture and shopping during the day, possibly pamper yourself with a spa treatment before strolling out in the evening to the many bars and classy restaurants this cosmopolitan capital offers. The sandy beach is a few minutes drive away but being centrally located the capital can be explored both day and night, with none of the attractions far from the front door of your hotel.

Situated in a central, but quiet location close to the Paseo Maritime Promenade, The Cathedral and The Port, Hotel Saratoga was established in 1962 and has been totally refurbished offering 187 comfortable air conditioned rooms. Each room has satellite tv, phone, minibar, safe, balcony and bathroom with hairdryer. There is a stunning view from the pool area on the top floor and a further small pool in the garden area. Other facilities include the café, lounge/bar, restaurant, health suite with sauna, spa pool, beauty room and a gym. Prices from £55 pp pn, bed and breakfast based on 2 sharing.

Palma shopping is a delight as nothing is too far away, the main shopping areas are Avinguda Jaume and Passeig des Born, both renowned for a vast choice of boutiques, specialist and up-market shops including the department store El Corte Ingles. Just 2kms from the centre is Port Pi, the Commercial centre with all your favourite European stores and boutiques.

Palma Cathedral, dating back to the 14th-16th century, is traditional Gothic architecture at it’s absolute best, the rose window above the altar is 11m in diameter and should not be missed. Palma is home to numerous art galleries including Es Balvard (Picasso) and a plethora of swanky museums.

GirlieBreaks will take the strain out of booking your flights for you, we will find the most competitive rate and tailor-make the entire break to meet your requirements. Transfer time from Palma airport to the hotel is about 20 minutes and can be arranged by taxi for you. Taxi’s in and around the city are plentiful and inexpensive.

The Spa in the hotel offers a full range of treatments including Hydromassage, Body Massage, Bath Cleopatra and revitalisation face Treatments among many others.

A short stroll from your hotel will bring you to the liveliest area in the city. Sa Llotja is bursting with an enormous choice of bars and restaurants serving everything from Tapas, to Traditional Mallorquin cuisine and stylish Italian and French restaurants. Abaco is a famous cocktail bar and whilst not the cheapest in town the surroundings of the Old Mansion are charming. Tito’s is the nightclub to head for and dance til the sun rises.

• Manacor - Take a day trip to the Pearl Factory at Manacor, treat yourself to some of the many coloured cultured pearls whose ancient formula remains a family secret.

• Soller - See the local countryside by taking the charming Orange Blossom Train from Palma – Soller

• Deia - The beautiful village of Deia with it’s stone houses and winding streets is only 16 miles from Palma and lunch at the La Residencia Restaurant is a real treat.