Cala Blanca holidays

If you like to fully immerse yourself in the local culture, a great place to start is with the cuisine. Mahon cheese will make your mouth water with delight, salty in flavour and rubbed with butter and paprika during maturing season, we suggest grabbing a wedge in its many supermarkets or stop by a market stall. Fish meatballs are also a game changer thanks to the tender balls of cod mixed with a garlic white sauce, Cas Safra Gastrobar should be your go-to for this fresh dish.

Cured sausage such as carnixulla is one of Menorca’s oldest meats, dating back to the Roman era. And Caldereta de Langosta will make any meal deserving of 5-stars, this lobster stew should be sampled at Cova Sa Nacra. For barbecued meats, Es Caliu is one of the best in the resort and for that extra kick, Raj Indian has spices served on a platter of curries. Gin lovers will be overjoyed to know that Menorca has its own distillery, so during your stay in Cala Blanca visit The Blarney Stone where gin is served with cloudy lemon.

As the southernmost beach in Menorca, you’ll benefit from the highest temperatures and best sunset viewings across the island. Cala Blanca Beach is a narrow long bay of calm, clear Mediterranean waters and is undeniably beautiful. Backed by shops storing buckets and spades, as well as drinking venues and waterfront eateries offering the freshest bait, your surroundings are just as desirable. Basic watersports are also available if you’re in need of an adrenaline rush, from pedalo boats to rapid jet skis, get ready to bop along its turquoise-tinted waters. Not forgetting the dive centre and snorkeling ventures. Just a few minutes south, there’s a shopping centre when you fancy a spot of retail therapy or just some additional suncream.

This resort is celebrated for its get-away-from-it-all vibe, so in terms of things to do you have a range of secluded coves to top up your tan, a fantastic nightlife scene and gourmet dining experiences on your doorstep. But best of all, when you’re done with relaxation you can always head to the capital which is only a short taxi or bus drive away. Experience the best of both worlds in Cala Blanca.

A slice of history at the Naveta De Tudons: If you’re a fan of old-world reclics, then this famous one will give you your history fix. The Naveta De Tudons has been around since the Bronze Age and is a burial megalithic chamber made of huge stone blocks. Resembling an upside down boat, there’s at least 100 graves contained among its rubal. Inside there are two chambers, one with belongings such as pottery and jewellery from the deceased. It’s now one of Menorca’s most famed cultural sites.

Take the 10 minute journey to Ciutadella: As the largest city, you can expect never-ending allures from its Old Town to its harbour front, this port city is jam-packed with must-see sights. The main square is crammed with architectural wonders including Plaça des Born, a Gothic style city hall and Salort an awe-inspiring 19th century palace. Other highlights include the weekly market, where you’ll stumble across all kinds of goodies from local fare to one-off items such as wallets and handcrafted jewellery.