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Alaro Holidays
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Peace, tranquillity and sweeping landscapes are the name of the game when it comes to Alaro holidays.
Hidden gem
Alaro's a traditional village in the heart of eastern Spain's Balearic Island of Majorca. Soak up the local flavour at the town's bakeries and cafes, or trawl the Saturday morning market stalls for handmade goods and local produce. There's a Blue Flag award-winning beach nearby in bustling Palma, just a 25-minute drive from Alaro.
Wine-tasting and tapas
Get someone else to drive the 11 minutes to Bodega Castell Miquel – there are some tasty wines to sip and savour. Original vintages like the winery's Stairway to Heaven appear next to regional delicacies like olives, spiced almonds and chunky bread dipped in balsamic vinegar. Soak up the stunning scenery as you chow down on a platter of tapas.
Castle on the hill
Bring a snack and wear sturdy shoes if you tackle the two-hour hike to Alaro Castle, an impressive 15th-century ruin that looks out over the village that took its name. The walk uphill will be worth the huffing and puffing when you see the top-notch views of mountains and surrounding countryside from the top.
At a glance
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Pedal through the rolling hills on a bicycle tour
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Chat with the locals over churros
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Hike up to the 15th-century castle
