Majorca a popular A-list choice

Majorca is set to be popular with holidaymakers in 2009 and it has also been revealed that the island is a favourite of some of the most famous faces in Hollywood.

Among them are film stars Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas, Formula One racer Michael Schumacher, supermodel Claudia Schiffer and singer Annie Lennox - who have all had homes on the island.

And no wonder when there is such a selection of places of historical interest, outstanding natural beauty, art galleries, museums, theatres, clubs, shops and restaurants to visit.

In reflection of this, a list compiled by Skyscanner.net of the 50 most searched destinations by Britons planning to travel this year placed Palma in Majorca as seventh.

And people hoping to get away from it all by visiting the island this year may be pleased to hear they can book cheap flights to Majorca with Jet2.com.

Co-founder of the search engine Barry Smith said: "This year, it's all about making your money go as far as possible, which is why Spain remains an extremely popular destination for British travellers. It's close, warm and still very good value. "

Book cheap flights to Majorca online from Jet2.com, the low cost airline.