Portals Nous, the Spanish equivalent of Monte Carlo, is best known for its marina and extensive shopping facilities.

Its great popularity is no coincidence. As early as the 1930s, long before the general tourism boom on Mallorca, Palma’s upper classes were looking for a quieter location for their second and country residences there, so the scenic resort only about 30 kilometres from Palma quickly established itself.

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One of the main attractions is the huge, very well-maintained marina of Puerto Portals with 700 berths. The Spanish royal family and the wealthy international aristocracy also moor here.
A stroll along the harbour promenade offers the best chance of spotting celebrities among the yachts and luxury boutiques; but even if you’re not interested, the harbour always offers a magnificent panorama.
Lovers of sleek and fast cars will also love this port, as there are more premium cars to admire here than at many a car show.
Moreover, the town boasts two particularly beautiful beaches. One of them is the Platja de l’Oratori, especially suitable for families with children, as it has particularly calm, turquoise waters thanks to the protection provided by the harbour wall on the left and an offshore island.
To get to the beach, you have to descend a stone staircase, which makes it advisable to rent deckchairs and umbrellas directly on the beach. Above the beach is a platform with a magnificent view.
The second beach is Platja d’en Blanes, a little smaller but also with a breakwater.