A Beach Holiday Guide to Son Bou, Menorca

If you’re an urban dweller, no doubt you’ve spent the winter months cooped up within the confines of four walls, feeling every shade of cold and miserable. You're not alone. But every year, thousands of people throw off their winter woes and head to the lovely Spanish island of Menorca once the weather becomes warmer - excited to dig their toes into its warm sand, bathe in its crystal blue ocean waters, bask in the golden sunshine, and enjoy the exotic comforts of the excellent resort of Son Bou. Villas in this small but well-facilitated resort provide everything you could possibly need to relax and rejuvenate.

However, if this is your first trip to the Mediterranean, you may be somewhat confused as to what to bring with you to Menorca – and take note, the key to a perfect beach holiday is being prepared. Below, we offer a helpful guide regarding the dos and don’ts of an amazing beach holiday.

Plenty of sunscreen

Be sure to load up on sunscreen and tanning oils as you’re going to want to spend a lot of time at the beach soaking up the sun! Regardless of whether you head for the public beach (it's the very best on the entire island of Menorca) or want to laze around your Son Bou villas by the pool, a Menorcan beach holiday is defined by sunny days and clear blue skies. You’ll be rid of your winter pallor and have the perfect tan in no time.

A sense of adventure and wonder

You can’t really ‘pack’ a sense of adventure, but even if you’re not the type to just laze around worshipping the sun, there's plenty for you to enjoy! Swim in the warm waters of the Mediterranean; enjoy the myriad sports available, such as jet skiing, horseback riding, and paragliding; or even just head off hiking to explore the many attractions of this lovely island. There is so much to learn: for example, did you know that aioli was invented in Menorca (only the first of the many culinary surprises that await you) and that archaeological digs are held at the Torre d’en Galme?s every summer? When you stay in Son Bou, villas will never be far from plenty of history and culture if that's how you want to spend your time.

Your camera

A camera is standard equipment for any holiday, but this is especially essential for a Menorcan holiday – your accommodation in the excellent Son Bou villas is situated on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. It also provides easy access to some of the most spectacular landscapes in the Mediterranean, from lush wetlands to the UNESCO Biosphere nature, as well as fascinating cultural treasures such as the fortified village in Alaior and its 5th century Basilica. Be sure to bring extra batteries and data storage cards.

Don’t pack: Beach and sports equipment

Whether you’re imagining spending your days lazing under a giant umbrella, firmly ensconced in a comfortable beach lounge; cycling across the island enjoying its gorgeous scenery; or enjoying the water on ski jets or surfboards, the good news is you won’t have to lug around equipment. Many companies close to your accommodation will offer rentals for your beach and sports equipment needs.

Brenda Jaaback is the Managing Director of Bartle Holidays. They can provide you with a wide selection of Son Bou villas for your holiday on Menorca. Bartle Holidays makes no warranty as to the accuracy of information contained in this article and excludes any liability of any kind for the information.

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