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Article: Mallorca, Menorca, & Ibiza. (includes vital statistics)
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- Europe
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- March 1, 1994
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CopyrightCOPYRIGHT 1994 Delegation of the European Commission. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
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More Than Just Islands in the Sun
Long considered Europe's preferred playground, the Balearic Islands are far more than an exclusive destination for international jet-setters and royal family members. Mallorca, Menorca, and Ibiza, located in the western Mediterranean due south of Barcelona, attract more visitors, especially German, British, and Dutch, than any other region in Spain. Little doubt exists as to the reason why.
Like siblings, the islands have as many similarities as they do differences. So while it is true that anyone seeking sun, surf, and sports could enjoy any of the three islands, their characters are such that each spot merits a visit.
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