Menorca is the second largest of the Balearic Islands and has seen much conflict since the year of 534 when the British first took control of the island.
Since then it has been ruled by the Muslims, taken under the wings of its bigger neighbour Mallorca and plundered by pirates and the Turkish.
Two more British dominations interrupted by a brief French rule, returned to Spanish sovereignty before yet again ceding to the British until finally it deservedly received its autonomous status in 1983.
The island these days is much more peaceful, settled like the megalithic stone monuments that adorn its land.
Its visitors tend to be families and many resorts are geared towards this.
It is also less modernised and has avoided the heavy commercialisation of Mallorca.
Unlike its neighbour it is possible to find relatively peaceful places even during the peak season.
Even though it is smaller than Mallorca it boasts more beaches than both of its other neighbours combined.
And where the coastline gets rockier, fishing villages lie sleepily like a Sunday Morning.
The beaches on offer are plentiful and range from fine sand to rocky coves, some of which have children's play areas and shallower waters.
There are also fun vessels for riding in such as pedaloes.
Good hygiene is provided by showers and toilets.
Accessories such as sun loungers and parasols are also available for hire.
There are also more beaches that can provide that ideal piece of solitude to give you some privacy.
Some of these coastal areas also provide water sports such as wind surfing, water skiing and snorkelling.
And if you can charter a boat then diving in the deeper waters or dropping a rod can be a pleasurable pastime.
So far Menorca is predominantly painted as sun, sand and sea but a significant portion of the island is also used for pasture for cattle.
Cyclists and horses can often be seen trekking the paths that criss-cross through the pine woods, meadows and scrubland that give way to spectacular views of the sea.
Or you can stay unmounted and hike the trails that pave the beauty of Menorca.
The two major cities of Menorca are Mao (Mahon) the capital which is situated at the end of a large busy harbour and the other city is the ancient old capital of Ciutadella.
The latter is steeped with history and is one of the oldest and largest towns in Menorca.
The airport is situated in Mahon and it offers very good transfers to your final destination on the island.
The shuttle service is the cheapest option.
Cars are also available for hire and taxis lie in wait to whisk you away.
The shuttle service and car rental can be booked in advance and can often be done at the same time as purchasing your flight tickets.
Since then it has been ruled by the Muslims, taken under the wings of its bigger neighbour Mallorca and plundered by pirates and the Turkish.
Two more British dominations interrupted by a brief French rule, returned to Spanish sovereignty before yet again ceding to the British until finally it deservedly received its autonomous status in 1983.
The island these days is much more peaceful, settled like the megalithic stone monuments that adorn its land.
Its visitors tend to be families and many resorts are geared towards this.
It is also less modernised and has avoided the heavy commercialisation of Mallorca.
Unlike its neighbour it is possible to find relatively peaceful places even during the peak season.
Even though it is smaller than Mallorca it boasts more beaches than both of its other neighbours combined.
And where the coastline gets rockier, fishing villages lie sleepily like a Sunday Morning.
The beaches on offer are plentiful and range from fine sand to rocky coves, some of which have children's play areas and shallower waters.
There are also fun vessels for riding in such as pedaloes.
Good hygiene is provided by showers and toilets.
Accessories such as sun loungers and parasols are also available for hire.
There are also more beaches that can provide that ideal piece of solitude to give you some privacy.
Some of these coastal areas also provide water sports such as wind surfing, water skiing and snorkelling.
And if you can charter a boat then diving in the deeper waters or dropping a rod can be a pleasurable pastime.
So far Menorca is predominantly painted as sun, sand and sea but a significant portion of the island is also used for pasture for cattle.
Cyclists and horses can often be seen trekking the paths that criss-cross through the pine woods, meadows and scrubland that give way to spectacular views of the sea.
Or you can stay unmounted and hike the trails that pave the beauty of Menorca.
The two major cities of Menorca are Mao (Mahon) the capital which is situated at the end of a large busy harbour and the other city is the ancient old capital of Ciutadella.
The latter is steeped with history and is one of the oldest and largest towns in Menorca.
The airport is situated in Mahon and it offers very good transfers to your final destination on the island.
The shuttle service is the cheapest option.
Cars are also available for hire and taxis lie in wait to whisk you away.
The shuttle service and car rental can be booked in advance and can often be done at the same time as purchasing your flight tickets.
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