It’s a protected UNESCO biosphere reserve and includes a freshwater lagoon surrounded by plants, woodland and a huge variety of bird species.You could spend days hiking through the nature reserve’s many trails so if you want to see more of this wild region, hiring bikes is ideal. You can 8. Was it through Easyjet maybe? It has the weather and beauty of busier tourist destinations, but feels so much more undiscovered. Fret not though, if being a history buff isn’t your thing, with almost 30,000 residents, there are many quaint bars, art galleries, mercados and quirky shops, too. Menorca ist mit einer Größe von knapp 700 km² buchstäblich Mallorcas kleine Schwester. Good to hear such a positive experience. It’s had many other uses over the years, and now it’s just a fantastic way of keeping active on holiday while soaking in all of Menorca’s gorgeous coastline.This is a must-do activity in Menorca for archaeology and pre-history enthusiasts. Originally from Edinburgh but now based in Vancouver, she’s been travelling the USA and Canada since December 2015 with her boyfriend Phil. Chill out on one of Menorca’s many amazing beaches Let’s face it, Menorca could have the prettiest towns and villages in the world (and they are very, very pretty) but the best things to do in Menorca all involve sand, sea and sun. was built in the late 1960s/early 1970s to represent the storybook version of a classic Spanish fishing village.Despite it’s manufactured beginnings, you simply can’t miss visiting this quaint and beautiful little town when you’re in Menorca. Jesus and Anita were keen to tell me that Macarella Beach is the best beach in Menorca – and it also happens to be handy walking distance from the hotel.You should, however, try to visit some beaches on the south of the island and some on the north to see the contrast. Wander-Ausrüstung und -Tipps. She began the blog in 2009 when she left the UK to travel around Asia and Australia for two years. Menorca, Spain is one of the most gorgeous Spanish islands without a doubt.

Uncover Menorca’s Military history at Fort MarlboroughThere really is something for everyone in Menorca.

Come back sometime …it just gets better GrahamHi Amy, nice review of Menorca. We went for 7 days and had a large, 4 bed villa with a large garden and private pool near Mahon.We hired a car for the full week for £171.51 (I think we had a Vauxhaull Mokka or something similar). Check out the port and sites in Mahón, Menorca’s capital city. It’s a great base to explore the island of Menorca, particularly Mahon and Es Castell. Monica lives in Wales with her growing family and now also blogs about travelling with young children!Yaaaay! See how we get on. It’s so stunning! No visit to Menorca is complete without sampling some of its specialities; wine and cheese!Oh, and of course, the best bit; sample all the delicious wine and cheese. Jesus and Anita were keen to tell me that Macarella Beach is the best beach in Menorca – and it also happens to be handy walking distance from the hotel. Ah…You’re making my heart ache! You could find those hidden beaches by hiring a kayak – it might not be as glamorous but it’s a lot of fun.A traditional drink to try is gin and lemonade. And as gorgeous as they are with their rugged white sand and turquoise water (such show-offs) you might find your favourite Menorcan beach to be a small cove closest to your villa, free from crowds. Have the best trip! We loved the walking trails in the northern part of Majorca.Hi there! We loved it and got to practice some sailing skills, too! Glad you liked the post.

She returned home and studied journalism in London and soon became a full time travel blogger. The mellow island of Menorca drums to a slower beat than siblings Mallorca and Ibiza, and therefore perfect if you’re looking for a holiday of rest and relaxation.The easternmost Balearic Island is lined by some of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean: long swathes of powder-fine sand give way to rocky calas (bays) lapped by pale blue waters.
She now has three children and focuses on family trips and weekend breaks.Menorca is one of my favourite places for a chilled beach holiday. Mallorca hat billige Flugverbindungen, Topläden und ein großartiges Hinterland. Der nächste Urlaub steht an und ihr habt euch für die schöne Insel Menorca entschieden? Oh, and she’s just finished her first novel!Beautiful pictures, Amy! Talaiotic is the name given to the society that existed on the Balearic Islands during the Iron Age over 3,000 years ago.13.

It’s a 200-year-old former Quarry turned park, botanical gardens, maze (yes, maze) and events space. Menorca is often overshadowed by the latter two islands well-known for their party hospitality, but, I’ve come to realise, Menorca stands firmly on its own two feet. Plus, whilst doing the latter you can learn all about its development and the Battle of Menorca that took place a few miles away. Check out the Xoriguer gin distillery on Mahons waterfront if you go, free samples of all their products, but leave the car behind! I love this little paradise. And I don’t mean the local tour guides or concierges in posh hotels, just the normal people who live in that destination. From the first day, Menorca surprised me. The weekend travel blog for travel tips, hacks and ideas for your next weekend break The Travel Hack started in 2009 during Monica’s two year backpacking trip through Asia and Australia. Over the years, we’ve visited quite a few times and always love grabbing a car, renting a villa and exploring the island. I’m a firm believer that no one is more qualified to give you a guide to their country than the people who live there. The locals believe that the island offers something spiritual which is healing for travellers or troubled souls.No matter what you think about that, I had to agree that Menorca was calming, quiet and unassuming, characterised by a patchwork of dusky browns and olive greens.