Smaller and quieter than its neighbor Mallorca, Menorca is the second largest of the Balearic islands. Situated close to Mallorca, it is as welcoming as the other well known resorts of including Ibiza, only with more of a focus on family orientated alternatives and there are many options for leisure as well as cultural pursuits in the area. With a population of less than seventy thousand, there is a cosy feel to the island. The oldest town on it is called Mao, which is the capital and situated at the end of the natural harbour which is called the Ciutadella. The port area is particularly busy and is home to a wide array of locally focussed festivities over the course of the year.

The 18th-century Xoriguer Gin Distillery is a particular highlight and produces some great examples of the ‘clear stuff’ as well as other liquors. There are also regularly planned musical events and even a summer jazz festival that attracts visitors from across the country and is well worth looking at. For foodies, the seafood in Menorca is particularly sought after and well regarded.