Beaches
Menorca has a good selection of beaches, some 120 in total. The best ones are in the South East where small coves of sand and sea make the beaches more private.
Son Bou is the longest beach in Menorca at 2 miles long. However, the most popular is Cala Galdana, which is found in a horseshoe bay on the south west of the island. Another popular location at which to soak up the sun is Punta Prima, the southern-most beach of Menorca. Here you can look out to sea towards the rocky island of Illa de l'Aire.
Nightlife
Nightlife on Menorca is limited and while there are a few pubs and bars offering evening entertainment at high season, the majority remain restricted to the hotels. Ciutadella is one of the livelier resorts on the island with a good selection of bars, and Cala'n Forcat, Cala'n Porter and Cala'n Bosch also provide a more animated evening scene... just don't expect Magaluf .
Food Drink and Shopping
Food and Drink
Unlike Ibiza whose traditional cuisine has almost disappeared, Minorca has held onto many of its culinary traditions. The most notable being the Caldereta de Llagosta, a traditional lobster stew that is a regional speciality well worth splashing out on. Mayonnaise is also a must, especially when in Mahon where it originated. Tumbet -layers of peppers, potatoes and tomatoes in a clay pot - and huevos a al sollerica (fried eggs on sausage with a pea sauce) should be tempted if you want the true Menorcan culinary experience. Gin is the local tipple, overshadowing wine which dominates the rest of Spain.
Shopping
Good sources of local produce are the many local markets that are held each week on the island. Here you can pick up fresh produce as well as pastries, breads and wine all at reasonable prices. Markets also sell handmade craft items, souvenirs and clothes. Souvenirs are also in abundance in the tourist shops that are scattered along the seafront. High street stores can be found in the larger towns such as Mahon and Ciutadella.
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