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Families with young children: Because the beach at Cala Galdana is very sheltered, it's perfect for young children and timid toe dippers.
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Calan Bosch
Situated amongst the wild, green scenery of Menorca’s southwest is the holiday hotspot Cala’ n Bosch, a relaxed beach resort. Its horseshoe bay is a beautiful place to spend leisurely, sunny holidays, and at one end of the beach are the much-loved marina, the resort’s dining, and nightlife hub. On your doorstep are some of Menorca’s top family attractions, including its popular waterpark, Aquarock.
If you love nothing more than sand, sea, and sunset-gazing from an outdoor terrace, then you've chosen the right place. Cala’ n Bosch holidays on the western coast of the island, gives you just that. This beautiful beach resort offers a little more variety on the nightlife front than most resorts on the island, too. It’s nothing like the hustle and bustle of the big Ibizan and Majorcan resorts, which is why so many families and couples book holidays in the resort to enjoy a perfect balance of leisure and relaxation.
At night in Peak season, the restaurants, and bars on the marina spring to life, with plenty of fun, family-friendly entertainment.
Things to do
Take a day trip to the historic town of Ciutadella, the former capital of Menorca. See its beautiful medieval cathedral, wander through the charming old quarter, and visit the covered market at the Placa Libertat. In the evening, have a walk around the picturesque port before enjoying delicious paella or other seafood dishes at one of the waterfront restaurants here.
Beautiful beaches
The main attraction of Cala’n Bosch is the beautiful beaches, with metres of golden sands and turquoise blue seas. They’re perfect for those who simply love relaxing and soaking up the sun; you could spend your whole holiday on them if you really wanted to. Cala’n Bosch’s main beach is really family-friendly, offering everything you could need for a day at the beach. It’s not too big either, so the atmosphere is more calm and relaxing. If you’ve always wanted to take up kayaking, wind surfing or sailing, you can try your hand at some of the water sports on offer at Son Xoriguer beach. To help you get around from beach to beach, be sure to ride the land train; it’s an easy way to get around plus loads of fun for children.
The resort hub
You’ll spend a lot of time around the marina when you holiday in Cala’n Bosch, as everything happens there. It’s where you’ll find lovely restaurants and quiet bars for you to sit and enjoy an afternoon drink, overlooking the boats and watching the world go by. You’ll feel a real buzz around the marina in the evenings though. Take a moon-lit stroll around the waterfront and watch the street artists that regularly perform, or discover unique gifts at the street market; perfect for taking home as gifts. The quiet bars from the day time become vibrant at night time and play host to evening entertainment, so if you love live music and karaoke, this is the place for you.
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Cala n Forcat
One of the quieter resorts in Menorca, Cala’n Forcat is well known for its appeal to families. Within minutes from Menorca’s old capital Ciutadella, its idyllic small coves and calm waters are ideal for snorkelling and paddling with the kids. Cala’n Forcat features a choice of family-friendly restaurants with play areas and kid-friendly facilities, as well as an arcade and a waterpark full of thrilling slides.
Things to do
Whether you want to relax on the beach, or enjoy a fun-packed day of waterslides and go-karting, Cala’n Forcat has something to please everyone. Sun, sea and sand await on the golden beaches of the resort, ideal whether you’re catching a tan or making a splash. The waterparks are a paradise for the young and young at heart alike. Speed things up with a go-kart race, or slow things down by exploring the natural wonders around the resort.
Spectacular beaches
Menorca has beautifully warm weather for large parts of the year, and there are some incredible beaches in and around Cala’n Forcat where you can enjoy the sunshine. The town’s own beach is a small strip with soft sand and calm crystal clear waters, ideal if you have younger children. You’ll find lots of stunning unspoilt beaches around the coast, so hire a car and go on an adventure to find your own private patch of sand.
Family attractions
If you’re going away with the family, there’s some fun-filled ways to entertain the whole gang. Spend the day splashing around at a water park, or tear around the local go-karting track. Go on a boat trip where you can do plenty of swimming and snorkelling, and see a natural bridge cut into the cliff at the same time. If your children are adventurous, you can even go scuba diving with them.
Fun nightlife
As the day draws to a close, pull up a chair in a restaurant serving local delicacies like fresh seafood, and have a few drinks with views out across the Balearic Sea. Cala’n Forcat is close to the city of Ciutadella, so you won’t be far away from the larger neighbour’s buzzing nightlife if you want a good night out. Whether you’re exploring historic castles or just sitting back in the sun, your holiday to Cala’n Forcat is sure to be memorable.
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Arenal Den Castell
Turquoise water, gorgeous beaches, and wonderful sea views: just three phrases that perfectly sum up holidays to Arenal De En Castell, a Mediterranean paradise on the northern coast of Menorca. It's a little more off the beaten track and hidden away than resorts on the island's southern coast. However, the prize you get for trekking a little further afield is an authentic island atmosphere that's much more laid back than you might expect in the big resorts of Majorca or Ibiza.
With plenty of other attractions for you to explore within a half-hour journey of Arenal De En Castell, you can always try something different whenever you get tired of the beach, whether you're interested in visiting historic sights, or going on a long hiking session.
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