Eyeing up your last-minute autumn holiday? The Spanish island of Mallorca is becoming increasingly popular with travellers thanks to its year-round sunshine and warm temperatures.

The largest of the Balearic islands attracts more than 13 million visitors each year thanks to its sandy beaches, historic architecture and delicious local cuisine.

According to local tour guide Lorena Torres, it has been suggested that people’s heart rates slow down when they arrive, earning it a reputation as a place of calm and relaxation.

And with more than 300 days of sunshine a year, picturesque fishing villages, historic towns and clear waters, it’s not difficult to see why.

While Mallorca, 125 miles off the country’s eastern coast, is often associated with bustling beaches and summer holidays , there is another side to discover when peak tourist season winds down.

I’m here in mid-September – swapping my usual beach holiday for a mixture of cultural excursions, historic walking tours and a chance to experience a slower…