Menorca holidays uncovered - Insider Tips

Menorca is a tranquil island in comparison to its Balearic neighbours which is the key to its charm. With a massive selection of beaches, you will be spoilt for choice when deciding where to spend your days lying around and relaxing. So what exactly is there to do in Menorca? Let lowcostholidays.com insider tips be your guide to a happy Menorca holiday.

When is the best time to go?

May to October is peak season, with the average temperature in the mid to high twenties! You can catch the famous cuitadella fiesta in June where there’s horse racing and jousting. Weather is still pleasant in the winter and there are less crowds and cheaper prices.

Menorca days

If lying on the beach for 10 hours a day is your idea of a holiday, you’re in the right place. Because of the vast amount of beaches it is easy to find ‘out of the way’ spots and unexplored coves to top up your tan in peace and quiet. As a holiday destination, it truly is unique in the sense that you can feel secluded on your holiday.

If you’re looking for an interesting excursion, why not check out the Menorcan gin distillery? Of course the free samples are well worth it too.

Hidden Gems

Visit Monte Toro; the highest point of the island, for breath taking views of this stunning island. Trips up Monte Toro can be arranged with operators or just ask at your hotel. Hiring a car and driving up yourself is a great way to see the rest of Menorca landscape at the same time.

How’s the shopping?

The best shopping in Menorca can be found in Mahon. If you consider yourself a bit like the girls from Sex and the City – shoes are the speciality of Menorcan handcraft. Don’t forget that a siesta is taken from between 1 – 5:30pm, so get your shopping done early (or late).

Food glorious food…

There are many restaurants catering to whatever kind of food you could want. The main dish is fish, so if you like you’re seafood be sure to try out one of the many waterfront restaurants. Also, Menorcan gin is something that needs to be tasted. So grab some tonic and see where the day takes you.

The mandatory worries

Here’s some handy information to remember when you’re on your holiday to Menorca:

Can I drink the water?

• We wouldn’t recommend it, stick to bottled water.

What’s the 999 number?

• Menorca emergency services can be contacted on 112.

Shall I pack the sun cream?

• It gets hot especially in the summer so slap on the cream on your holiday.

How do I get around?

• Taxis are the most popular form of transport and there are many car rental companies to choose from. Attractions, restaurants and beaches are within walk distance in most of Menorca’s resorts.

Shall I learn the local lingo?

• A lot of bars and restaurants in the popular resorts will have people who can speak good English. If you’re a bit further off the beaten track though, it might help to learn a few helpful phrases.

Do I need to tip?

• It’s not compulsory, but adding a 5-10% is standard in most restaurants.