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If all you've ever seen of Majorca is the popular resorts along the south west coast of the island, you may be somewhat amazed to discover that a resort like Cala Mondrago still exists in the 21st Century, however, if you find the thought of isolation and seclusion appealing then read on.

Cala Mondrago is one of the few coastal resorts on the island, that as yet remain undiscovered by the major tour operators. The few visitors that do make it here are primarily independent travellers seeking peace and solitude away from the stresses of the modern World. However be warned, that because of this isolation, making the 65km journey here from the Son Sant Joan International Airport, may actually be considerably longer than the flight to the island from the UK. Anyone contemplating a holiday here, must be prepared to either make this transfer by one of the many taxis waiting in the ranks outside of the arrivals hall, or have already pre-arranged for the collection of a hire car for the duration of their stay.

Assuming that you decide to drive, in preference to a taxi, the journey itself is not one of the easiest on the island, and an inexperienced driver will find it very easy to get lost in the final few miles into the resort. The journey begins on the main PM19 motorway heading east, where you will need to then take the C717 exit. This road is fairly straightforward, although it has to be said not especially scenic, and will take you past the towns of Llucmajor, Campos and then on to Santanyi. However, this is where your problems really begin, as the final few miles from Santanyi to Cala Mondrago are along an unclassified, and poorly signposted road. At this point there's really only two things we can suggest, either buy a better map than we had before you set out, or be prepared to stop and ask directions! I'm sure that most visitors would find it quite ironic that between 1917 to 1964, this route was actually served by the Palma to Santanyí railway, and it was only when the first visitors began to arrive on the island that the line closed due to the lack of business.

The main feature of Cala Mondrago is without a doubt the lovely sandy beach, which is flanked by two rocky headlands. However, despite the isolation of the resort, this beach can still become quite busy during summer weekends with the influx of visitors from the local inland towns around Santanyi. It's here that you'll also find the only shop in the town, although even this is really limited to selling a range of beach goods and souvenirs. Beyond this, you'll have to make the trip either north to Cala D'or, or alternatively inland to Santanyi for even the most basis holiday essentials.

Despite continued pressure and an every increasing demand for both holiday and residential accommodation, it is highly unlikely that Cala Mondrago will ever grow beyond the development that we see today. In 1992 much of the area around Cala Mondrago was recognised for its extraordinary ecological value to the island, and was declared a Natural Park by the Balearic Islands Government, thus affording it special protection from future commercial development.

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