Flights to Minorca
Even though its name makes you think it may be “minor” compared to its neighbouring islands, looks can be deceiving. Minorca has known how to keep its charm and traditional life, turning it into an ideal alternative for those who want to enjoy Balearic life without the massive invasion of tourists. The island can boast about being a reserved biosphere and for having an enviable prehistoric culture. With so much to offer, how is Vueling not going to fly to Minorca?
in MinorcaHotels in MinorcaThe landscape of Minorca is favourable to an open environment, life is mixed with nature. This is why we suggest rural and rustic lodgings to enjoy your days in Minorca.
Sant Joan de BinissaidaSant Joan is a quality rural hotel located on an agrotouristic ranch that spans 12 hectares set in an area of great natural beauty.The estate, from the mid 18th century, has been the subject of many transformations throughout the years. Today, without losing its traditional feel, it has integrated all those indispensable elements in order to covert it into a place full of comfort and service. These qualities have turned it into a very appealing hotel to enjoy your days of rest in a quiet environment full of fresh air surrounded by nature. Camí de Binissaida 108
Casa AlbertíThe Casa Albertí is a manor house located at Mahón's historical center, built in 1740 and recently refurbished. It maintains all the character of its seniority but also offers all the comodities of its actual reform. The six large rooms, all with bathroom ensuite, are six different worlds. Every one of them has its special charm, and all share the feel of being far away from the rest. A central staircase, full of ligth, its the soul of the house. Around it, not only you find the different rooms but the halls, an agreeable backyard and, on top, a terrace from which you can enjoy a privileged view over Mahón and its portIsabel II, 9
Biniarroca Hotel RuralWe should thank Sheelagh and Lindsay, two artists who purchased this XVI century ranch a few years ago; it is a tiny gem. As you discover the bougainvilleas covering its walls and limestone arches, you will see the care and detail that have gone into it. For the most part, they have only used high-quality materials in its interior, using antiquities originating from Mahón. Farther in to the house, you will find enchanting corners and pleasant surprises: from family heirlooms to spectacular flowers recently cut from the garden. It is recommended for those who want to recharge their batteries in a place that is filled with style. San Luis Son GranotThe Georgian style building, constructed between 1712 and 1756 as a residence for the Scottish military man, Patrick Mackellar, was strategically located on this property for its proximity to the natural port of Mahón and for its fortifications. Its garden is filled with a great number of native plants which give way to fabulous views of the sea. Its wide exteriors contrast with the small and cosy interiors, where you will find rooms decorated in a colonial style with Mexican furniture, and whose names refer to the winds of the Balearic Islands. Carretera Sant Felip s/n Alcaufar VellSurrounded by beautiful beaches with crystal-clear water, this property, originally from the XIV century, surprises you with its old watch tower and its more than100 hectares of land on which to take a stroll. The actual hotel is a neoclassical style manor made of limestone and wide windows which remind you of those from the Belle Époque. Taking a dip in the pool; enjoying a drink from the bar "El Racó del Poeta", and with such a name it seems to just invite you to ponder the marvellous late afternoons; taking a stroll through the pine trees, oak groves and wild olive trees; or tasting the elaborate sobrasada on the property are just a few attractions of Alcaufar Vell. Ctra. Alcafar Km 7,3 Camí vell d'alcafar s/n Airport de Minorca
Minorca 's airport is located around 4.5km southeast of Mahón, the island's capital. The only way to get anywhere on the island from the airport is by taxi or your own vehicle. For more information, please go to the following Aena website:
Restaurants in MinorcaEven though mayonnaise is the most famous recipe from the gastronomy of Minorca , we propose you try a few restaurants with more extravagant dishes.AnakenaOriental recipes, American marinades and salsas, and Mediterranean products are the components of this precise fusion of cuisines found in the dishes of this nutritious menu. It is the only restaurant on the island that offers sushi and caviar in a charming place with outdoor couches and by candlelight. S'uestrà, 90. AdriánA restaurant with family-style flavour and quality where you can enjoy the most traditional and representative dishes of Minorca 's cuisine. Since 1972, Francisca, the owner, has been preparing typical dishes such as pan aioli (bread with aioli), stuffed zucchini, eggplant with anglerfish, grated endives, escargot with prawns, Menorcan "paroles forn", meats of the island, and fish. All of this in an enjoyable environment full of quality. Cala Biniancolla, nº 31 La CarabaThis is a typical Menorcan country home. In the interior you will find two cosy and well cared-for dining rooms. The very pleasant terrace and garden offer serenity and a singular charm for full enjoyment of the nights on the island.Imaginative dishes with Mediterranean flavours are cooked and presented with creativity and good know-how. We suggest the tapas and desserts which are homemade. The bodega (wine cellar) has a good selection. The service is warm and sweet. Painting, sculpture, photography exhibits... s'Uestrà, 78 (Sant Lluis) Es FosquetWhat was originally an excavated location to store ships and fishing equipment, is now a small little seafood restaurant with a nice terrace in front of the sea in the port of Maó.The specialties: excellent island fish cooked on the grill and incomparable mussels and prawns. This year as a new item; sushi. It is closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Daily midday menu. Moll de Llevant, 256 Villa MadridIt is a colonial style house from the end of the 19th century on the Menorcan fields where you will find dining rooms in the open air and a pleasant terrace with views of the garden. In summertime you can enjoy a nice glass of wine.It has original recipes; dishes inspired by the Mediterranean with daring avant-garde touches and a hint of fusion. The recipe: a prime subject, a bit of enthusiasm, mix with equal parts, add three drops of imagination, toss and serve. s'Uestrà, 46 (Sant Lluís) Vineria ParraA different option. Among the few places outside of the port where you can get something to eat on Sunday evening.It has a good offering of wines, cured meats, and quality cheeses, music, art, books, etc. San Fernando, 3 Business hours in MinorcaMost stores are open from Monday to Saturday from 9:30am to 1:30pm and from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, even though most of them remain closed in the afternoon on Saturdays. In the tourist areas and during high season, there are a lot of stores that remain open a lot later and everyday during the week.Don't miss... in MinorcaMahónLocated on a cliff at the far end of an enclosed estuary, Minorca 's capital was, for several centuries, one of the most strategic ports of the occidental Mediterranean. On this same cliff, the oldest part of the city is raised, and it monuments are even more noticeable. Monuments such as the church of Santa María, the neoclassical convent of Carme or the Sant Roc arch, one of the oldest doors of the city and witness to the sacking of 1535 by the Turkish pirate, Barbarroja. But it is at the port and the estuary where you will find the main attractions of Mahón; the fortress of Mola, the remains of the castle of Sant Felip and the fort of Marlborough, which was built by the British.CiutadellaIt was the capital of Minorca until the British moved it to Mahón. Without a doubt, one of the things you must see is the Es Born plaza, an old arms plaza, that houses city hall and two stately palaces that lend their elegance to the city. Something else to see is El Casco Viejo, where the gothic cathedral, aristocratic buildings, and medieval arcades retain the atmosphere of past ages. Another area of great interest is the port, with its bars and restaurants, which is famous for the festivities celebrating the day of San Juan (Saint John). On that day, thousands of people gather around a handful of horseback riders making their horses prance.Barranco D'AlgendarIt is an impressive gorge measuring seven kilometres in length, with walls more than 50 metres high and through which waters runs year round, giving nutrients to the exceptional flora. Being one of the most beautiful and virgin enclaves of the island, it is the perfect place for a wonderful excursion through thousand year-old paths between lush Mediterranean forests and the remains of ancient building in rocks, caverns, and hillsides.FornellsIt is a beautiful and immaculately white fishing town on the northern Menorcan coast, called Costa del Viento, where they eat the best lobster stew in the world. The bay has a beautiful and clear natural port. The parochial church and the Torre del Moro are must-sees.Naveta d'Es TudónsClose to the Ciutadlla, you will find the greatest Menorcan archaeological attraction: la naveta d'Es Tudóns (the ship of d'Es Tudóns), a funerary building in the shape of an inverted ship that was built in the XVI century, a.C. It is impressive because of the dimensions of the rocks in the walls. It is the most famous megalithic monument erected in Minorca by the preceding civilization from the East that colonized the Balearic Islands during the Bronze age, and which left more than 200 talaiots (towers) dispersed throughout the island. Online guides de MinorcaOUR FAVOURITE ONLINE GUIDESIn Spanish: http://www.webmenorca.com http://www.menorcaonline.com
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