Menorca has around 200 kilometres 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;
Even in the South, there are little beaches such as Cala Binibeca, with a small restaurant, and Els Canutells. And a 10-minute drive from San Clemente, brings you to Calas Coves where impressive cliffs surround two very small beaches.
Calas Coves
When you are 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 second largest natural harbour in the world, second only to Pearl Harbour.  
Mahon
 
Northwards to escape the crowds
While the north of Menorca has some busy resorts, it also has a good share of the island and 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-m...