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Eat like a king on the waterfront
The waterfront here is known for its seafood restaurants, where mussels, red mullet and sea bass are the order of the day. Rumour has it that Spain’s former King Juan Carlos visits these parts just to eat caldereta de langosta, the local lobster stew. There’s an even bigger choice of fish restaurants down at Ciutadella’s harbour, where you can yacht-spot too.When you fancy a change from fish, come to this place, where it’s all about the grilled meat. You’ve got plenty of options, including roast suckling pig, steak and local veal. All go down well with one of the Rioja or La Mancha wines on the list. And the Catalan cream is the perfect way to end your meal.
Read MoreLike much of Menorca, Santandria's big on watersports – you can pretty well do them all here. Take your pick from the pedalos, jet-skis or banana boats on the sands, or just bring down a snorkel and explore the marine life at your leisure. For those who fancy stepping it up a notch, there’s also a diving centre.
Read MoreCrowds from all over Spain flock to Ciutadella for this annual knees-up. It’s the place to see some age-old traditions in action, including the jaleo, where 100 horses march through town to music. And if you’re wondering why so many people are reaching for the horses’ bellies, it’s because touching their hearts as they rear up is said to bring good luck.
Read MoreThe countryside around here is relatively flat, making it perfect cycling territory. Menorca's geared up for bikes, too, with more than 3,000 kilometres of roads, tracks and paths cutting through green hills and woodland. If you stick to the country lanes, you can bypass any traffic and discover lovely, off-radar hamlets and churches.
Read MoreYou’ve got a few bars and even a small disco at the northern end of the road to Cala Blanca, but much of the evening entertainment takes place in the hotels. In Ciutadella, however, you’ll find a choice of bars in the main square, plus a couple of clubs down by the harbour. They’re all a good place to try pomada, the local gin and lemon drink.
Read MoreThe village shops and minimarts will sort you out with essentials, as well as souvenirs like pottery and embroidered linens. In Ciutadella, meanwhile, a market pops up in the main plaza on Fridays and Saturdays. Plus, you can dip into the artisan shops selling clothes and leather accessories. For something a bit different, check out the shoes made from leather and car tyres.
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