Son Bou Villa Holidays

Most people don’t need to be told what to do on their holidays; especially if they’re heading somewhere as idyllic as Menorca. Son Bou is not only the best family resort on the island, it is packed full of enough attractions and activities to keep even the most discerning holiday-maker busy. But if you are wondering what a day in Menorca, Son Bou in particular, would comprise, here is a sample of what we think your day might look like…

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A beautiful island no matter whose eyes you see it through, Menorca is a favourite resort for tourists, and in particular for birdwatchers.   However, it seems it’s not just birds that the twitchers are finding to enjoy, but bugs too.  Impressive insects inhabit all areas of the resorts of Menorca – Son Bou, San Jaime, Torre Soli Nou and many many others. Read the rest of this entry »

Spain’s first World Cup win on Sunday wasn’t just celebrated on the Spanish mainland, but the festivities also extended to all of the Balearic Islands. Honking car horns could be heard throughout the island of Menorca, Son Bou celebrated with red and yellow fireworks and millions in Menorca waved Spanish flags in a show of national pride.

The celebrations in Menorca might not have been as large as those on the mainland, where millions of people lined the streets of Madrid to give the team a hero’s welcome, but the island celebrated in its own, slightly more reserved, way.

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Whilst most people come to Menorca (Son Bou) in particular, for a sun-kissed summer holiday, there are other reasons for choosing to visit this beautiful Spanish island. If you’re an avid photographer, or even just a keen learner, there is no better place to practice your skills than in Menorca. With stunning sea vistas and lush inland landscapes, if you’re willing to get out and explore a little further than your villa on Menorca, Son Bou has a wealth of photographic opportunities waiting around every corner.

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Let’s face it – some of us come on holidays for the sun, sea and sand, but to others, a week away in a resort is really just one big shopping excursion! Well there’s nothing wrong with that, especially if you’ve come to Menorca. Son Bou is a wonderful a family resort where, not only can you relax on the island’s longest and most beautiful beaches, but you can indulge your love of retail therapy as well.

So just what sort of goodies can you expect to pick up while you’re in Menorca? Son Bou, while small, has a good selection of shops and you won’t be disappointed if you want to spend a leisurely few hours browsing. Just be aware that some shops in Son Bou may adhere to the ‘Siesta’ rule where they close from 2 until 5, but then reopen until around 9 at night.

In the shops and boutiques which run along the front you will be able to pick up some cheap and cheerful holiday clothes such as swimsuits and the brightly coloured espadrilles which just scream “I’m on holiday and lovin it!” You can also pick up all manner of souvenirs for the folks at home who aren’t as lucky as you to be on holidays in Menorca. Son Bou also has a couple of smaller craft stores which sell everything from ceramics to home made soap.

If you’re more into food shopping you can head out of Son Bou to some of the other towns on the island to visit some of their local markets on various days of the week. The markets are a great place to pick up cheese, meats and other foodie delicacies.

But the best thing about shopping in Son Bou is that wherever you venture to, you’re never too far away from your villa, so lugging all those carrier bags doesn’t have to encroach on your holiday relaxation!

Ben Miller, best known for his role in the Armstrong and Miller Show, recently shared some of his holiday memories with The Guardian. When it came to his childhood, there was one place that stuck firmly in the Primeval actor’s mind – Menorca. Son Bou was where the actor took his first foreign holiday at the age of 27.

The actor remains lying in his bunk bed and sipping chocolate milk, while outside his apartment people played the guitar and sung. He found the experience really exciting and it was his father that provoked the most memories of that trip as he swam in the sea and caught a diseased fish with his bare hands. Nowadays Ben gets to travel all over the world as part of his job, but it’s still Menorca that evokes the most nostalgic memories.

Packing clothes for your holiday is a mammoth task in itself, and that’s before you even get onto the topic of which pairs of shoes you might need whilst you’re in Menorca.  Son Bou has such a wide range of activities that you never know what footwear you might fancy. Let us talk you through some of the essentials:

Flip Flops
Given that it boasts the longest beach in Menorca, Son Bou is certainly the place to pull out your flip flops.  Easy to slip off for a paddle or a walk along the sand, a pair of sandals is an essential item for your suitcase.

Trainers/Comfortable Shoes
With some of the most beautiful countryside and walks in Menorca, Son Bou’s favourite pastime for many is walking.  Whether it is a wander through the countryside enjoying the scenery and the wildlife, or a day of browsing through the market, you are likely to be on your feet for long periods of time.  Packing comfortable shoes or trainers is a must.

Evening Shoes
Sandals and trainers are all well and good for the day time in Menorca.  Son Bou’s evenings out however, call for something a little more special.   Whether your night-time plans center upon a romantic dinner, or a cheeky cocktail, be sure to have a pair of high heels that will add a touch of sparkle to your evening outfits.

So, if you’re packing for your trip to Menorca, Son Bou’s sense of style and the various activities available make the packing of shoes a serious business.  Ignore accusations of packing the kitchen sink and make sure you can put your best foot forward in the right shoes!

If there’s a place that’s known for hosting plenty of fiestas it has to be Menorca. Son Bou is full of people from all over the world that have flocked to the island to take part in annual festivals like Sant Joan, Sant Antoni de Juny and Romeria de Sant Marcal.

Three big festivals in the month of June obviously isn’t enough for the Menorcans and last year they added a new festival to the list – The Festival of Kites. It’s only fitting that the longest and sandiest beach in Menorca, Son Bou, be home to this popular festival. Last year plenty of participants turned up to the two day extravaganza and this year it’s expected to be even more popular. The Club Barcelona Estels and Mira-Mira de Badalona are the biggest kite-flyers in the business and they’ll be competing against each other in the skies of Son Bou.

Children will love the workshops taking place that allow them to make their own kites to fly in the festival out of a range of different materials. So if you think you can blow the competition right out of the air – why not head to The Festival of Kites on June 18/19^th.

If you’re heading to Menorca, Son Bou you’re most probably looking forward to making the most of the gorgeous sandy beach and sampling pina coladas at Bou Hai. In a resort that offers so much to the foreign visitor it is nice to give a little something back to the community – so why not arrange to spend a day of your holiday helping Menorca’s “Cats in Need”.

The Cats in Need charity is looking for visitors to help by feeding stray cats and although some parts of the island are now installed with automatic cat feeders, it is important for volunteers to check that the cats have enough food and water. Whilst feeding the cats is rewarding the most important part of Cats in Need’s work is catching and neutering stray cats. They have been successful in neutering a large number of cats since the charity started in 1998.

Cats in Need also have a shelter on the island which helps to re-home stray cats and they’re always looking for volunteers. What could be more rewarding on your holiday then spending a couple of hours playing with needy kitty-cats? We guarantee that you’ll have difficulty leaving your new furry friends behind, and who knows you may even come home with a new addition to the family!

If you’re heading to Menorca, Son Bou is just one of many resorts that are available to you.  So how do you know that this one is the one for you?  See how many of the boxes below you tick to find out whether of all the resorts in Menorca, Son Bou is the place for you.

1. You prefer the privacy of a private villa to a hotel
2. An important part of your holiday is a good beach
3. You love to be out and about in the sunshine
4. You like the idea of seeing the countryside on horseback
5. You love nothing more than welcoming hospitality and authentic cuisine
6. You like to have markets that are easily accessible to buy souvenirs
7. You are looking for somewhere that the whole family can enjoy themselves
8. You are looking for somewhere with beautiful countryside to explore

So, does any of the above sound like what you’re looking for in a holiday? If so, then head to Menorca; Son Bou is likely to tick all the right boxes.