On
the south east coast sits the exclusive resort of Cala D'or. On the southeast
coast, 40 miles southeast of Palma, (less than one hour's drive) and Airport
by fairly slow road. Cala d'Or is small and sophisicated and attracts many
visitors, although it is quite hilly with many ups and downs, which may not
suit elderly or people with walking disabilities.
Bordered by several small
sandy coves like Cala Ferrera and Cala Esmeralda, which are separated by
narrow wooded headlands. The village boasts many shops, bars and restaurants.
There are also a few discos but nightlife is generally low key.
Seven fine sandy beaches all
within the radius of one mile are dotted between whitewashed villas with
pretty gardens touching the turquoise waters of the sea below.
The centre of Cala D'or with
its pretty pedestrian precinct, excellent selection of shops, superb
restaurants and open-air bars, draws you particularly in the evening when it
takes on such a romantic feel.
Cala d'Or was originally
designed as an artist colony by José Costa in the 1930's. It has grown
somewhat since but the original 40 villas are still there and their moorish
design has been followed as a standard in the town. The coastline of this area
is of high cliff broken by calas giving a number of quiet swimming places with
sandy beaches. For a pleasant quiet time you will find this is the place.
The coves of Cala dOr are
good for anchoring in the daytime, if you can find room. They are ideal places
for studying the human sardines packed together on the beach... Added to this
is the fact that this harbour is a sort of El Dorado for motor boats: they set
off at top speed in the morning, go all around the area (to the south) of Cala
Santanyí (to the north) to Calas de Mallorca, with all the side effects which
we yachtsmen and women so love (whizzing past at full speed just a few
centimetres away, the din of turbines all over the cove, etc.).
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| Cala
D'Or |
39° 22 01
N 03°3 14 0
W
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Marina
de Cala D'Or
Avda. Cala Llonga,
s/n 07650 - Cala Llonga Santany
Tel 971-657070
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Marina Cala d’Or is a modern, expensive resort development.
The marina is actually
situated in Cala Llonga, which is well protected from all winds except a
strong Easterly. A channel of green and red buoys mark the entrance to this
popular port. There are plenty of shops, boutiques, bars and restaurants near
the harbour, which is in an active tourist area. The marina can become crowded
in summer, so it is best to telephone or call on VHF Channel 9 in advance of
arrival. When you do arrive, there is almost invariably a marinero available
who will help you tie up. Good hardstanding and a full spectrum of nautical
services make this a pleasant port in which to effect any repairs necessary.
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