The Balearic islands sit in the Mediterranean Sea between Spain and Africa. This sunny archipelago is made up of three holiday heavyweights: Majorca, Menorca and Ibiza, all of which offer something for everyone but today we focus on the quietest and most joyfully relaxing of all these islands, Menorca.
Menorca presents those visiting the Balearics with a more traditional take on the islands with plenty of historical and natural landscapes to explore and a peaceful existence that is a world away from the party isles of Majorca and Ibiza. Unspoilt beaches and ornate coves are top of the list of things to explore here with the best beaches being in the holiday towns of Arenal D'en Castell and Cala Galdana. Both of these towns have plenty of accommodation offers meaning there are cheap holidays to be had in Menorca if you look in the right places.
If you're looking for somewhere slightly more developed and a little busier, head to the West coast and the popular resort of Cala'n Forcat. The coastline here is very rugged and is interspersed with sandy beaches offering access to the warm, shallow waters that are ideal for younger children.
If you're looking for somewhere slightly more developed and a little busier, head to the West coast and the popular resort of Cala'n Forcat. The coastline here is very rugged and is interspersed with sandy beaches offering access to the warm, shallow waters that are ideal for younger children.
A great tip for you Menorca holiday is to sort yourself a rental car for the week and enjoy days filled with beach-hopping and cave exploring adventures! This way you'll be sure to explore gems hidden along the coast, such as caves of the beach town of Alcaufar and the sandy stretches of golden sand at peaceful Sant Thomas.
You should also take the time to lose yourself in the wonderful natural sights of the S'Albufera national park to the North of the island. Here you will find a contrasting landscape to the usual sand and sea of the holiday areas and find mountains, grass and warm lakes all of which are ripe for exploration with a myriad of man-made routes.
Amongst the historical sights and buildings of interest that are on the list of things to see in Menorca are the fully restored Sant Antoni church of Carre de Vassollo and the wondrous Ciutadella cathedral which illustrates meticulous Spanish craftsmanship from the 13th century.
Cala'n Forcat
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