Majorca: Getting the most of a misunderstood sun-holiday staple

A glam holiday in Palma makes Ali Dunworth regret her preconceived ideas about the Balearic beauty

Sunset over Palma, Majorca.

Waiting to board my 8am flight to Palma, I feel underdressed. I’d gone practical, layers of black linen, sensible Teva walking sandals. 

I am not ready for the level of sophistication in the queue. Bouncy blow-drys and tumbling curls surround me. Eavesdropping tells me there is a wedding group and at least two hen parties in the mix but not the tacky t-shirt types.