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Beaches


Menorca is blessed with some wonderful beaches and the sea is clear and unpolluted- seeing local children playing in the water in Cala Rata is delightful.

Closest to the villa is Mesquida Beach with its long sandy beach and blue water. This is in an area of outstanding natural beauty and it caters for all tastes as it has rock pools on one side and beach on the other. A perfect beach for families as the sand slopes gently into the sea. It's about 5 mins by car.

Es Grau beach is also close- about 15 mins by car. This is a family friendly beach with perfect sand and shallow water. There is an unpretentious little cafe and restaurant right on the waters edge and wonderful walks along the Cami de Cavills. You can hire canoes and small boats to take you out the a small island. I really wonderful trip for the family.

Lastly, don't miss one of the many summer Fiestas. These are wonderful, colourful events that show case extraordinary horsemanship by training the horses to rear on their hind legs and walk on two legs though the crowd. Loud music rings out as the youth of the island play a dangerous game of daring each other to touch the heart of the horses as they rear. Food and drink flow freely, music and laughter accompany the celebration and the finale is a spectacular display of fireworks. Not to be missed.
https://www.mahonholidays.co.uk/contact-form/

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PLAN YOU TRIP AND TOURS
Plan your trip to take in some of the great opportunities Menorca offers.
The Island of Menorca is a perfect place to learn to sail, it offers the opportunity to explore some wonderful deserted coves and hideaway beaches. If you would like to hire a boat or learn to sail, let us know we can help you with your tour plans.
Boating

Get picked up from our moorings by
https://www.faralmar.com/en/
http://www.menorca-live.com/boat-sailing-trips/

http://www.gonautic.com/excursions.htm

http://www.minorcasailing.co.uk/
Boats can be hired by the day or week. If you are interested you first of all must have a current RYA ICC. The hirer would require sight of the document.
To enjoy a bit of boating while you get an ICC try the com [any below.
http://www.quaysportmenorca.com/

Hire a Kayak and canoeing
If you do not want to miss a single bit of Menorca beautiful coastline and would like to navigate safely, come to Menorca en kayak. You will kayak with our highly qualified instructors who are also experts on Menorca’s coastline. One of the best ways of discovering the island is without a doubt the kayaking expedition of several days. See sections Round Menorca (7 days) and Best of Menorca (4 days).
If you have done some sea kayaking and like the idea of planning your own self-guided adventure, go to section Your Trip where you will find all the information on how to plan your adventure.
http://menorcaenkayak.com/en/

Don't forget that Menorca holds a number of very special sailing boat races each year in May and Sept with crews coming from around the world to take part.
Its a really great sight to watch the large 70 meter boats start and finish their races in the harbour.

https://polarismenorca.com
Take a tour and see the wonderful night sky with these experts.


Horse riding
Try horse riding in Menorca, have a lesson, try a scenic horseback excursion to the coast along part of the Cami de Cavalls, or do the spectacular 'coast and beaches' ride. Children are always welcome for a pony ride.
http://www.menorcaacavall.com/?q=en/node/15
http://www.menorcahorseriding.com/en/
Golf
http://www.golfsonparc.com/
Bird Watching
While you are staying at our villa, keep and eye open for a lot of Raptors, the list below gives you an idea.
The most significant birdlife to be observed here in Menorca are the birds of prey – large Egyptian vultures, booted eagles, buzzards, red kites and peregrine are often sighted, especially during the nesting season in the barrancs – the hidden ravines which run from the center of the island to the southern beaches.

Many bird watching walks follow these ravines, which lie hidden in the limestone plateau of the southern half of the island and which provide ideal places nesting birds, with both eagles and vultures a common sight flying above.

The woodlands throughout the island are full of smaller birds, and in spring ring with the songs of nightingales nesting in the dense cover of holm oak, wild olive and pine. Hoopoes, blue rock thrushes and bee-eaters are commonly seen. With its strategic position in the western Mediterranean, the island is a perfect place for migrating birds to winter and take advantage of the mild climate and food resources the island has to offer in its wetlands.

 http://www.menorcawalkingbirds...

The main market square
 
Night time entertainment.
On Tuesday nights Mahon holds a street market which includes lots of music.
 
 
Things to do which are off the beaten track.
How to find the real Menorca.
 
Wonderful old quarry , a magical place to visit.
Líthica, Pedreres de s'Hostal +34 971 48 15 78 https://maps.app.goo.gl/zZyhiZMaMXdGhQPa8?g_st=iw Horse racing Menorca style – a really fun evening out basic low key, classic Menorca style.
If you like horses you will be very impressed.   
Hipòdrom de Maó +34 689 28 39 49
Mostly Saturdays - do try and go , it’s a wonderful way to experience Menorca life- Tapas food is a must.
It’s a cash only place – about 10 euros entrance. https://maps.app.goo.gl/XDwm9uqYMpwy6opj9?g_st=iw Always visit , this is a must.
Hauser & Wirth Menorca
Important note – the gallery in closed until 17th June
 
Book a yellow boat from the harbour to take you to H&W for a cultural fix and while you are there
dine at the island restaurant Cantia. Always book in advance is really very popular.
+34 871 01 00 20 https://maps.app.goo.gl/C9YPxtzfZ2P86NSQ8?g_st=iw
 
Plan your trip and make a tour plan ahead, booking in advance.
You can arrange a boat trip which picks you up from the moorings just below our villa.
http://www.watertaximenorca.com
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The Gourmet food trail.
Sometimes the best things about Menorca are hard to find, so going off the beaten track for a wine and cheese picnic lunch is just the thing to do.
By travelling to these places also gives you a feel for the island, they are all a short distance from the villa. Try using the old rd to https://maps.app.goo.gl/Qf3BBjpjWGyPoLkz9?g_st=ic
Our favourite wine place-
Bodegues Menorquines
https://maps.app.goo.gl/t2fRhJLMiffgvAvm9?g_st=ic
Ask for the 2016 red or their white- highly recommended.
 
Menorca has a number of super farms providing the best of the Menorca cheese.
Here is one of our favourite places.
Lluriach Maó-Menorca cheese
+34 971 37 53 76
https://maps.app.goo.gl/urAc8TmQvprF6fQ96?g_st=ic
Try the goats cheese – wonderful and then the home made Sausages. Truly wonderful.



Petrol

https://goo.gl/maps/KMosEyBCq9vaZWYq6
 
At the top of the hill.
Gas bottle / charcoal ,replacement also available.
If you arrive late or need a very few supplies the little shop has good bread, wine etc.
 
Car parking around Mahon.
Small narrow streets with little rd parking can be difficult during the peak season.
We recommend this his car park. Use it to get to the harbour restaurants- there’s a lift which offers easy access from the car park.
https://goo.gl/maps/nJmExYC93opS6C6B7
You can also park in the old ferry terminal car park. Remember to pay for a ticket.
This is a good place to park to walk into town.
https://goo.gl/maps/QQFb4KDdxFuwbzqVA
 



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Environmental

Local initiatives are taking place to improve the nature habitat and maintain its amazing environment. We support the local charity GOB.
They support local environmental projects, ranging from landscape and sea. They offer a number of very good courses and we are happy to recommend these.
Our villa has ongoing projects of sustainable living. Recent works include installation of insulation to improve the environmental impact.
Hire Electric bikes, they are a great way to see the island, make it easy to get around Mahon and you don't have to worry about car parking. look no further
https://www.bikemenorca.com/

Should you wish to book with us we offer a number of suggestions on how to get the best from the villa while considering its environmental impact.





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