When night falls on a self-catering holiday in Menorca, you’ll find that there are plenty of colourful taverns and restaurants where you can gently unwind over a gin or a delicious lobster stew.
Spanish cuisine is rich in seafood and cured meats, such as chorizo and Iberico hams. Paella is one of the most common dishes and so is cocido, a meat and chick-pea stew. Of course, you must try tapas – a selection of small snacks served in social (often wine-drenched) situations. The Balearic Islands are famous for their vegetable sobrasada and local wines. The locals like to eat late, and a lot of restaurants don’t even open until 1:30pm at lunchtime and 8:30pm in the evening - but in the Balearic resorts you should be able to get a meal at any time of day and there’s plenty of choice for western, international dishes and fast food too.
During your self-catering holiday to Menorca, you will find that fiestas are a feature of Ibizan and Menorcan life. Throughout the year towns celebrate their patron saints’ days. Processions and fireworks, food and drink, music and dance, equestrian displays – they certainly know how to celebrate and if you’re lucky enough to catch one, you’re in for a treat.
A small town on the south east corner of Menorca, Biniatap de Dalt. Easy to visit in an afternoon, it is close to the coastline and a handful of other small towns.
A picturesque village in the south east of Menorca, San Clemente is largely residential and much more tranquil than larger tourist resorts.
Ideal for those looking for a secluded escape, Trebalugur is a tiny rural village with only a few white-washed houses and local shops. Located only 10 minutes from the capital, Mahon, amenities are within easy reach.
A sunny town found in Menorca, Villacarlos is the easternmost town in Spain. Known in Catalan as Es Castell, it has an interesting history and a strong equestrian tradition.
A lesser-known gem in Menorca, Biniancolla is a charming place found in the Sant Luis in the south of the island.
A small town in Mallorca, Consell has grown significantly over recent years. It has a rich history, a range of archaeological sites and a thriving industry of craftworks and artisanship.
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