Menorca Apartments: Menorca, one of the last unspoilt spots of the Mediterranean, is a breathtakingly beautiful island with quaint towns, a lush green interior, and a coast dotted with wild, deserted beaches. If you're headed to Menorca, the apartments for rent on www.selfcateringhols.com offer great options for your holiday accommodation, whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a spot on one of the busier beaches of Menorca. The apartments available are family friendly, and all come fully equipped with everything you'll need for a comfortable stay. All our Menorca apartments are available for flexible, short-term rental.
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Maó (Mahon in Castillian) is the capital of Menorca, and apartments here are near the city's elegant old centre and fine harbour. Maó (where mayonnaise was invented) was occupied by the British three times during the 1700s, and the port city's Georgian-style architecture still reveals a British influence.
Menorca's other major city is Ciutadella, which sits at the far western end of the island. The city's abundance of ornate Gothic and Renaissance architecture makes it a great place for strolling or enjoying a drink in one of the many outdoor cafés. Locals often drink gin, which is made here in Menorca.
Menorca's coastline is wildly varied. In the north, it's largely rugged, with countless small cove beaches and gorgeous scenery. The south is home to most of Menorca's resorts. Beaches here are easy to reach, boast fine golden sand and are often small coves tucked into the rocky coastline; some of the best are include Arenal de Son Saura, Cala Macarella, Santandria, Cala Blanca and Platja de Son Xoriguer. Here in southern Menorca, apartments cater to those who want easy access to the shore and to resort commodities like bars and restaurants.
Be sure to save time to explore inland Menorca. Apartments inland may not boast sea views, but they are usually just a short drive from the coast and have the added benefit of being set in Menorca's lush green countryside. The countryside is beautiful in its own right, but even more interesting are the prehistoric sites scattered around it. Menorca is an open-air archaeological site, with ruins dating to the pre-Talayonic Period (aka: cave era), around 2000 BC. Ruins range from stone Navetas, huts perhaps used as tombs, to Taulas, large stones in the shape of a 'T' that may have been used as altars.
Newly remodelled coastal cottage with seaviews in S'Algar (San Luis, Menorca) is comfortable, cosy and only 9km (11 minutes) from the centre of the Menorcan capital, Mahon, and just 15 minutes from the airport! It has 2 bedrooms and is completely furnished and equipped to sleep up to 5 people. more info...
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Menorca's Mediterranean climate means summers are long, hot and sunny (with an average of 10 hours of sunshine a day), and winters are mild though often chilly and damp. Expect beach weather from May through October. Menorca averages 300 days of sunshine a year, so any time is a great time to visit.
Average maximum and minimum temperatures in Menorca are: Jan 13ºC/7ºC, Feb 13ºC/7ºC, Mar 15ºC/8ºC, Apr 17ºC/10ºC, May 20ºC/13ºC, Jun 24ºC/17ºC, Jul 26ºC/20ºC, Aug 26ºC/21ºC, Sep 25ºC/18ºC, Oct 22ºC/15ºC, Nov 17ºC/11ºC, Dec 14ºC/9ºC.
Menorca's airport is 7km southwest of Maó. It's possible to reach Menorca from a variety of Spanish destinations, though there are also direct flights (on carriers including Iberia, British Airways and Monarch) from London to Menorca. Flight time is just over 2 hours.
Ferry is also a popular way to reach Menorca. It's easy to catch a ferry from Mallorca and mainland Spain, and some ferries allow you to bring your car on board.
Once on the island you'll need to hire a car if you plan to do much exploring. The island bus service is spotty at best.
Menorca is, after all, an island, and it should be no surprise that water sports are a major draw here. Sailing, windsurfing, scuba diving and good-ol' beach bumming are all popular, and there are sailing courses and rentals available in the larger resorts. If you'd rather have someone else captain your boat, try a short cruise in a glass-bottomed boat around Mao's harbour, or a catamaran cruise starting in pretty Fornells.
Walking is also popular in Menorca, and with an abundance of quiet, out-of-the-way spots to explore, you won't tire of the island's trails. For nature walks, head to the Parc Natural S'Albufera d'en Colom where you can see a variety of water fowl.
Golfers aren't abundant in Menorca, but there is one quality course here where you can play a full game or visit the driving range or putting green. The Son Parc Apartment is just off the golf course.
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