ITTNs Sharon Jordan was one of the lucky media brought down to experience Menorca – an island that is often thought of as Majorca’s smaller sister and Ibiza’s quieter more reserved cousin. So, when I was invited on this trip, I knew I had to find out exactly what this Island had to offer Irish holidaymakers – after having sold and promoted it for nearly 15 years. Departing on a Ryanair direct flight to Mahon airport, this flight was bumper to bumper filled with families and couples of all ages.
My pre-conceived perception that Menorca was a family destination was instantly confirmed. And I felt a pang of guilt that I hadn’t got my children with me, but mentally promised that if I liked it I’d bring them back one day – a great way to eliminate mummy guilt 😝 Ryanair flies twice weekly from Dublin, and Flights are also available with Sunway TUI and AerLingus from Cork and Belfast. So what is the appeal of this Island for families – it can’t be just the short flight; what is there to do once you arrive? Well here it goes – because there is a lot.
My Top 5 Family-friendly activities 1. Beautiful Beaches: Menorca boasts numerous beautiful beaches with calm, crystal-clear waters that are perfect for families. Some popular family-friendly beaches include Son Bou , Cala Galdana , Cala Mitjana , and Cala Macarella .
Spend your days building sandcastles, swimming, and soaking up the Mediterranean sun. I can highly recommend the beaches they are sandy, quaint and w.
