If you follow the wonderful, white, sandy beach from the front of Palma City and keep on walking you will eventually find the resort of El Arenal or S'Arenal.  The perfect place to be if you want to laze on the beach all day and then enjoy the exciting nightlife later on.

El Arenal has become the destination for young Germans and has become their version of Magaluf.  It has to be said, however, it is most definitely more stylish. Over the past few years it has developed a very cosmopolitan feel to it as more and more nationalities such as Dutch, Spanish and British are enjoying their holidays at this resort. 

The draw to this excellent resort is a wonderful white sandy beach dotted with swaying palm trees and the fact that it really is so close to the capital Palma de Mallorca.  Of course there is also the fact that it has small kiosks dotted along the beach so you are never too far away from refreshments, including beer and the toilets!  A stroll along the waterfront promenade at sunset past various shops, bars and restaurants offers a great way to unwind, and there is a walkway which links El Arenal to neighbouring C'an Pastilla

If you want to enjoy the nightlife but don't really want to go into the capital, then Arenal itself has plenty to offer.  The resort is just packed with bars waiting to help you have a good time and offering a variety of entertainment.  There are also some excellent restaurants with a good choice. 

Although thought of as a resort for young people it is also a family resort with the wonderful beach and facilities available all day long. There are frequent buses from El Arenal to the capital Palma de Mallorca or for those of you feeling a little more active there is the possibility of hiring bicycles and seeing the sights.  There are some excellent hikes to enjoy if you are in to walking and there are lots of watersports such as sailing, diving etc.  El Arenal also has an enormous waterpark  - look here for more information on Aquacity Arenal!