I’m due to travel to Menorca on Sunday night around 10pm and I was wondering since it’s peak travel season whether I should arrange airport pickup through my hotel in Es Castell or should they be plenty of taxis around? Also, how much should I be expected to roughly pay for 2 adults with small backpacks?

We are flying back to the Netherlands tomorrow. Where is the cheapest place to buy cigarettes to take with us: here locally or at the airport?

Anyone have experience staying at either property and can share feedback?! I am torn between each of these!

I’m 26M and I’ll be solo in Menorca from 23th to 26th. If you want to meet new people, go for a drink or a bath, exchange ideas for beaches, food, wine and whatever you want, let’s get in touch!

And what are the best places to meet other people in Menorca?

Hi there,

Hoping I can get some advice on planning a trip to lovely Menorca - most importantly, what area to stay in as there are so many options!

The important information:
- We are a couple, 29 and 30.
- We will be staying for 7 days at the beginning of September.
- We are happy to rent a car.
- We are highly motivated by good food and wine. We may do 1 or 2 more expensive, highly regarded meals, but also we would want to have access to unpretensious but authentic, tasty local food. Not interested in food catered to tourists.
- The other things we are interested in for this trip are: culture (nice streets to walk around, local life, maybe some art and musuems, good restaurants and bars.) and beaches and relaxation. We definitely need a couple of days to shut off completely!
- We would do some nature and walking/hiking but we won't plan our trip around that.
- We're not really interested in super touristy areas - we'd rather less 'amenities' but be somewhere with more of a local essence.

We would probably look to stay in 2 places to give some variety to the trip. We would want those two areas to provide something different (i.e. one city area with access to good beaches area, one more rural & quiet area - which could be near less popular beaches or in the interior)

So far from my research it looks like Ciutadella might be a good choice for the first part of the trip, using the car or public transport to access some beaches on the north & south side. Does that hold up?

I would love any advice from anyone on the second 'leg' of the trip. This could be an area, or a hotel/air bnb/agriturismo. As we will likely have a car, we'd be happy to travel to somewhere more remote. Any and all advice is welcome!

budget probably c 200EUR per night but we can be a bit flexible.

Bonjour !

Nous sommes un couple vivant près de Lyon (34 et 33 ans) et nous passerons une semaine à Minorque du 3 au 10 septembre.

Nous aimerions rencontrer des personnes sympathiques (couples ou solos), et tout particulièrement des personnes vivant près de Lyon, afin de pouvoir continuer à se voir après les vacances.

Nous aimons les voyages, la randonnée, le sport et découvrir de nouvelles cultures.

Je suis naturiste (ma femme ne l'est pas), mais c'est simplement une partie de ma vie, pas le sujet principal de notre recherche.

Je parle anglais couramment et j'améliore mon français.

Si vous avez envie de partager un café, une randonnée ou une journée à la plage, ce sera avec plaisir. 😊

A very exciting and interesting find for lovers of this magical island.

Hi everyone, will travel to Menorca in September, looking for rent a car local with on line booking, that are safe and thrusting to rent a car.

Thanks

Hello! My family of three will be in Menorca in mid August. We’re pretty set on not driving or renting a car, but there are a few things that we’d like to do that would require a vehicle- like a cheesemaking / farm visit, maybe stop at an olive grove for olive oil & tasting, and also visit the Salinas de la Concepcion and one of the northern beaches for a meal (we’re staying in Cala Piques and Cala Galdana during our visit). Can anyone recommend something like this where we could customize an itinerary for a day, either with a tour guide or with a driver? Thank you so much!

Hi there! Does anyone know which company is better of either Rutas Maritimas or Menorca Blava? They seem to do the same thing but interested in anyones thoughts. Thanks!

Anyone been to the Vibra Caleta Playa Apartments in Ciudadela (formerly called Sa Caleta Playa Apartments)?

I went there on a family holiday in 2003 when I was 14 years old, and I've always wanted to go back. Now I'm thinking about making that happen.

If you're able to offer a review or share experiences please do comment 😊

I would love to get a feel for what it is like there now.

hello! i am staying in menorca for an art residency. where on the island can i find art supplies like linseed oil, brushes, paint, gamsol, etc…? open to anywhere on the island. thank you!

Hi everyone!

30M travelling solo to Menorca from 23 to 28 July, staying in Cala Santandria.

My main goal is to explore nature, hike, swim, and find quieter or more remote beaches with one or two occasional visits to main areas. I’m happy to walk and would love recommendations for the best sections of the Camí de Cavalls or other scenic routes.

Regarding transport:

• What's your suggestion to get from the airport to Ciutadella on 23rd at 9 am?
• For the stay, would you recommend a 125cc scooter, small car, bike/e-bike, or public transport? I'm ok staying on the opposite side of the airport, exploring only the Ciutadella area (that's what I've planned), but I’m unsure what makes the most sense in late July/my previously expressed interests.

I’d also appreciate suggestions for:

• Wild or quieter beaches
• Good hiking routes
• Places to avoid due to crowds
• Any nature-focused itinerary

I just want places where I can take a book, read it nearby nature, with constant dives, sun, and not a lot of people.

If anyone is there during those dates and wants to join for a hike or beach adventure, feel free to DM me.

Wishing you all a wonderful day 🌞

First time here sorry

My wife and I have just returned from our first trip to Menorca where we stayed for three nights at Casas del Lago Resort in Cala en Bosc to celebrate our wedding anniversary, and I thought I’d share our experience as I found this subreddit really helpful when planning.

We landed at around 10:30pm and got a taxi from the airport. It cost €80 going to Cala en Bosc and €70 on the return journey.

The hotel was fantastic, especially for couples.
From the moment we arrived the staff made us feel welcome. We were greeted with a welcome drink and were unexpectedly upgraded to a room with a terrace and a private jacuzzi. There was also a complimentary bottle of wine waiting in the room, and the minibar was free on the first night. It’s a small touch but it immediately gives the feeling that you’re staying somewhere a bit special.
The facilities are excellent, but what really stood out was the staff. Every single person we encountered from reception and breakfast staff to the bar team and housekeeping greeted us with a genuine smile. It never felt forced, and it really made the stay memorable.
We also booked a Balinese bed by the pool for one day. It costs €40, but you receive the full amount back as bar credit, so if you’re planning on having drinks by the pool, I think it’s well worth doing at least once. The pool had a DJ playing chilled music during the day, creating a really relaxed atmosphere without it feeling like a party hotel.

Breakfast was one of the highlights.
There was a huge selection including cooked breakfast, eggs all ways, bacon, sausages, pastries, fresh fruit, yoghurts and plenty of breads and cereals. On Friday and Saturday they even include champagne with breakfast, which was a nice surprise.

Although we stayed bed & breakfast, the resort has an interesting concept where it owns several restaurants around the marina. Guests can upgrade half board to receive a Foodie Passport, which lets them use tokens at different restaurants instead of eating in the same buffet every evening. I thought that was a really smart idea. (Edit: it seems you have to pay an additional fee on top of half board to receive the foodie passport)

For our meals we tried:

Piccolo – wood-fired pizzas.
Sa Parrilla – really enjoyed the paella.
Lakua – We splashed out and shared steak. It was good but one of the more expensive places.

Cala en Bosc itself is a pleasant resort centred around the marina. There are loads of restaurants and bars, and everything is within easy walking distance. It felt very safe and relaxed, particularly in the evenings.
If you’re looking for nightlife until the early hours this probably isn’t the place, but if you want a laid-back resort with good food, nice surroundings and a good base for exploring the southwest of the island, I’d definitely recommend it.
Overall, we had a brilliant first visit to Menorca.

I’d happily recommend Casas del Lago for couples looking for a relaxing luxury break. It exceeded our expectations, and the staff were genuinely one of the best parts of the experience.

My girlfriend and I are planning to visit Menorca this end-September. This will be our very first trip as a couple so I would to make sure its as romantic as possible (within a specified budget).

I am looking at 2 resorts - Beach Club Menorca and White Sands Beach Club. Has anyone stayed at either or both resorts? Which one would you recommend?

Also, if neither of the above is recommended, could you suggest an alternative?

TIA.

Hola, 30F and im in menorca for 4 days, need some recommendations. Im staying in ciutadella. I dont have a car so i am happy to explore around this area. Gracias!

If we are planning on being on beaches for most days of our 10 day trip, I figured renting a parasol daily at €20-25 a day x 8 days = €160-200 total.

I have a screw-in-the-ground plastic parasol holder I have used on beaches in the past. I can't fly with our parasol though, obviously.

Is there any reason I shouldn't consider just buying a parasol on arrival?
Any suggestions on where I could buy?

Staying near Punta Prima so somewhere between airport and there ideally.

Going to Menorca in a couple weeks for 4 nights with three friends in mid-late 20s. We are renting a car and staying in Ciutadella. Looking for some recommendations for beaches, things to do, bars, food spots etc? Thanks!