Whilst for many visitors to Menorca, Son Bou is ‘it’ when it comes to their beach holiday, you should not discount the opportunity to head out for a couple of day trips while staying in the resort. It can offer a welcome change of pace to jump in a hire car and set off on the well-kept roads of the island to spend a day in one of the nearby towns of Menorca. Son Bou isn’t the only place of interest on the island!

Alaior

Alaior is just a short drive from Son Bou and if you don’t have access to a hire car, there is a fairly regular bus service which will take you right into the town centre.  It is the third largest town on the island and is one of the most traditional; white-washed houses and cobbled streets are the facade for Alaior’s deeply ingrained Roman history. If you are lucky enough to visit on market day you will be able to experience the hustle and bustle of a traditional Spanish farmer’s market.

The town has many other attractions as well, and during the summer the old convent plays host to a music festival. In August, the famous ‘Fiesta de Sant Llorenc’, showcasing the skills of the local horsemen is a must-see.

Ciutadella

With a name literally translating to ‘the old and the beautiful’ Cuitadella certainly lives up to its moniker on both counts. The town is the former capital of Menorca and has retained a quaint and authentic charm. Although it lost its status as the capital, many locals still consider it the premier town on the island; indeed it has been the most important in terms of trade and commerce since medieval times.

After a morning exploring the rich history and architecture of the town, spend your afternoon relaxing in one of the many harbour side cafes and watch the world go by…

So, when it comes to Menorca, Son Bou is the ideal place to experience the beach, but don’t forget the rest of the island too!

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. Read the rest of this entry »

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.

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So what DO you give the person that has everything? We think we’ve come up with the perfect solution – Son Bou villas. Now, we realise that buying a villa in Menorca may be a little out of most peoples’ budget, but renting one for a week certainly is not. Read the rest of this entry »

Son Bou holidays can be a mixture of exciting, busy tourist areas and peaceful nature spots. If you’re in the mood for the latter option, your best bet is staying at the resort of Torre Soli Nou. The resort is beautiful, with villas situated on a wooded, hilly part of the region, with views of the bright blue sea. The villas are situated a little further away from the beach than the other resorts, but this comes with the benefit of being quiet, peaceful and ultimately more relaxing. Read the rest of this entry »

The lure of a Son Bou holiday attracts thousands of visitors every year to this beautiful region of Menorca.  It is one of the main tourist destinations for the island and it’s no wonder Son Bou is such a popular choice. It boasts the longest beach on the island with a great lively atmosphere, as well as tranquil unspoilt areas only an easy ten-minute walk away. Read the rest of this entry »