Santa Ponsa, on Spain’s beautiful Balearic island of Mallorca, is not just a wonderful child-friendly destination – although it certainly is that. Its gorgeous backdrop of wooded mountains and slew of natural attractions in the surrounding area means that it enjoys a slightly less frenetic ambience than some of the busier purpose-built resorts – so it’s appealing for parents as well.
Santa Ponsa Delivers the Holiday Goods!
There’s plenty to do to keep both children and adults happy and occupied, and the local beaches are consistently named as among the very best on the island. If you’re considering booking your next family holiday in this friendly, relaxed resort, here’s how to keep the kids entertained over a week – or even longer.
Beach Fun and Watersports
The beach – Playa de Santa Ponsa – is, of course, the major drawcard here. With its calm, shallow waters and lovely long stretch of white sand (over 1,300m), it’s irresistible to children! As well as being able to splash around safely in the shallows under the watchful eye of dedicated lifeguards and parents (hire a sun lounger and umbrella and you’re set!), the beach offers visitors a wide variety of water sports to try. There are options to suit all ages, including kayaking, paddle boats, jet skiing, and paragliding for older children.
The onsite facilities are ideal for a relaxed family experience, with toilets, showers and changing areas at your fingertips, as well as a first-aid centre. It’s just a short walk to get lunch and refreshments, with a host of cafes, restaurants and cantinas along the boardwalk just behind the beach. It’s not hard to spend the whole day on this lovely beach and the children will thank you for it!
Head to the Jungle!
Well, not quite, but almost as good as! Jungle Park Santa Ponsa is a world of fun for children and parents, offering a range of thrilling outdoor adventure courses. Supervised by fully qualified instructors, you and the kids can try your hand at ziplines, high ropes, monkey swings and bridges. As the largest tree adventure park in Spain, you’re guaranteed an adrenaline rush, whichever circuit you choose.
You’ll undergo a full security briefing and basic training before any of the courses start, and there’s something for all ages and abilities so nobody has to miss out. Height restrictions do apply on some circuits, but the good news is that for the younger visitors, there’s now a special park dedicated just to ages 4-12. Make marvellous memories with your kids at this fabulous tree-top adventure!
Dolphin Encounters
One of the most relaxing and enjoyable things you can do with the kids is head out along the coast on a dolphin-watching tour. With various operators offering the option, you can choose from half-day or shorter cruises depending on the age and attention span of your kids. In a comfortable glass-bottomed boat, you’ll cruise through the natural habitat of these lovely wild creatures and catch sight of them frolicking in the waves.
The opportunity to get up close and personal with dolphins is genuinely unforgettable, but the fun doesn’t stop there. The various cruises allow for time to moor up and go for a refreshing swim and snorkel, and you can also observe the fascinating underwater world of the crystal clear waters, through the semi-submerged glass viewing windows.
Is Santa Ponsa the perfect holiday destination for families? It certainly comes very close…
Where to Stay
Globales Verdemar: This fantastic, family-friendly hotel is set right on the doorstep of the beach, which offers safe swimming and lovely wide sands where kids can play. Inside, the accommodation is light, fresh and spacious, with plenty of room and top-notch amenities. There’s a large outdoor pool, an onsite restaurant, and the hotel puts you a short walk from the cafes, restaurants, and shops of the town.
Jutlandia Family Resort: Just 450m from the beautiful beach, this is the ideal resort for families holidaying in Santa Ponsa. The family-sized apartments are air-conditioned and comfortably furnished, with all the mod-cons of home including a handy kitchenette. The onsite playground will be a hit with the kids, and there’s also a pool table and table tennis to keep them entertained. With three pools, an onsite cafe and a poolside bar, there’s nothing left to want!
Pirates Village: You’ll earn endless Brownie points with the kids if you choose to stay at this fabulous themed resort. Set 400m from the beach, it offers a plethora of entertainment and amenities for families, including swimming pools, games room, movie theatre, and a photography studio. Apartments feature balconies, spacious living rooms, and kitchenettes and there are daily themed activities and events for the kids and adults to get involved in.
How to Get There
When you’re booking your flights for your family break in Santa Ponsa you’ll need to fly into Palma Mallorca Airport. The flight will take about 2 hours and 25 minutes, and you’ll have a wide choice of flights and carriers to suit you – including easyJet, British Airways, Tui, and Jet2, to name a few. Depending on the time of year you fly, prices start from as little as £36 one way.
When you land, the quickest and most convenient way of getting your family the rest of the way from Palma Mallorca Airport to Santa Ponsa, is on a pre-booked airport shuttle with Shuttle Direct. You can choose from a shared or private service, and child seats are available on request at the time of booking.
Overview
UK to PMI Flight Time: 2 hours, 25 mins approx.
PMI to Santa Ponsa Distance: 31 kilometres
Shuttle Direct Transfer: 30 minutes approx.
Types of Transfer
Because everyone’s travel requirements are different, at Shuttle Direct, we provide a range of services to suit all needs and budgets. We make it easy and convenient for you to get the family from Palma Mallorca Airport to Santa Ponsa however you like to travel.
If you’re not worried about travelling with other passengers on a shared service, our Santa Ponsa transfers on a shuttle bus will suit. You will need to meet at a designated point at the airport, then you’ll be taken to a central drop-off point at your destination. You may make several stops along the way, and the service is not door to door, but the pay-off is that it will save you money.
A minibus transfer from Palma Mallorca to Santa Ponsa is a convenient option for larger families or groups, because it means you can all travel safely and comfortably together, with plenty of room for luggage. It serves as a private transfer, meaning it is exclusive to you and your group, and you will be taken right to the door of your accommodation.
A pre-booked taxi from Palma Mallorca to Santa Ponsa is an excellent option for families because, as you’ve booked beforehand, your driver will be waiting for you as soon as you land – no standing in a taxi queue with the kids! You’ll be taken right to the door of your accommodation without delay, meaning you can get on with your holiday immediately.
If you don’t mind paying a little more for the privilege, a private Palma Mallorca transfer with Shuttle Direct is the ultimate service. A professional driver will meet your flight inside the terminal, then you’ll be escorted to the vehicle and enjoy a comfortable, luxury ride to the door of your accommodation.
Choosing the Right Transfer
Shuttle Direct has been servicing the airport transport industry for many years, so we understand people have different priorities. Basically, your choice of service will come down to cost or convenience, and which is most important to you.
Convenience: If getting from the airport at Palma Mallorca to Santa Ponsa in style and the ultimate convenience is a deal-breaker, then one of our luxury private services or a pre-booked taxi might be the best way to go.
Cost: If, however, you don’t mind travelling with others and the most important factor is saving money for all the fun things on your holiday, then a shared shuttle bus will suit you down to the ground. Even though it’s more economical, with Shuttle Direct you can rest assured you won’t have to compromise on safety or comfort.
About Shuttle Direct
Shuttle Direct are leaders in the provision of onward ground transport from and to a huge range of airports in destinations all over the world. We offer cost-effective shared shuttle services and luxury private rides to suit every travel requirement and budget. Trust Shuttle Direct to get you where you want to go, when you need to go there!
