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Viewing Discover Menorca's Romantic Hidden BeachesDiscover Menorca's Romantic Hidden Beaches
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Menorca has around 200 kilometers of coastline, much of it made up of beautiful sandy coves enclosed by rocky headlands. The island has more beaches than Majorca and Ibiza put together, so it is deservedly popular with those seeking a beach holiday. By Rod Ritchie Menorca has around 200 kilometers of coastline, much of it made up of beautiful sandy coves enclosed by rocky headlands. The island has more beaches than Majorca and Ibiza put together, so it is deservedly popular with those looking for a beach holiday. Much of the south of the island, as in Son Bou and Cala en Porter, is a holidaymaker's playground, with long stretches of beach that are popular and crowded in the season, but you can head for Menorca's more out-of-the-way beaches if you'd rather have more privacy. Even in the south, there are little beaches such as Cala Binibeca, with a small restaurant, and Els Canutells, a small resort close to Cala en Porter. And a 10-minute drive from San Clemente brings you to Calas Coves, where impressive cliffs surround 2 very small beaches. When you've tired of lazing on the beach, there are many interesting caves to discover. Over 100 Bronze Age caves, complete with paintings and carvings, are cut into the cliff overlooking the sheltered bay. At the eastern end of Son Bou can be found the ruins of an early Christian basilica. Finally, the charming capital Mahon, on the east of the island, has lovely Georgian architecture and the second largest natural harbor in the world, second only to Pearl Harbor. Northwards to escape the crowds. While the north of Menorca has some busy resorts, it also has a good share of the island's uncrowded little beaches, interesting country walks, and a range of water sports including sailing. At Cala Pregonda, a 15-minute drive from Son Parc and Fornells, then a 20-minute walk from the car park, is a remote sandy beach with crystal blue waters. The rocky outcrops offshore provide good snorkeling. Take a picnic lunch, since there are no facilities. The long sandy beach at Cavalleria is also quite isolated; again, pack provisions, since there is nowhere to buy food or drinks. Not far from the lively family beach of Arenal d'en Castell with its rows of sun beds, bars, restaurants, and organized water sports is Na Macaret, with its small sandy beach. It's a local favorite and there are some good restaurants at the water's edge. Just further to the southeast, near the lighthouse at Cap de Favaritx, is the lovely white-sand beach of Cala Presili. The beach is a 15-minute walk from the car park, and there are no facilities, so this beach is certainly one of Menorca's most secluded. If you take a boat trip to the nearby Illa d'en Colom, an island in the Mahon Bay, you'll find a string of beautiful isolated beaches. When you are ready to book villas in Menorca, Solmar Villas offers a range of high-quality villas, all with their own private pools, which sleep from 1 to 12 people. The villas are located in Cala Galdana, Binibeca, Binibeca Nou, Binibeca Vell, Son Bou, Belin, Cala 'n Porter, and Satalya, so once you've hired a car, you'll be well within reach of Menorca's stunning beaches. About the Author: Rod Ritchie writes for many publishers, including AA Publishing and Fodors. Solmar Villas offers holiday villas in Menorca. Book online from a selection of quality Menorca villas. Article Source: Adult Escapes - http://www.AdultEscapes.com More free articles: 1st Rate Articles - 1stRateArticles.com |
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