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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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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When you’re on holiday abroad, costs can mount up. There’s the eating out, the activities and, of course, the cost of the flights and accommodation. If you’re planning on heading to Menorca, Son Bou is a wonderful place for your holidays, and there are many things you can do without spending a lot of money. Here are just a few: Read the rest of this entry »

Well it looks like winter is finally retreating with its tail between its legs…. time to start planning your Son Bou holiday! There really isn’t a down side of heading off to Majorca and spending a week or two lazing in a horizontal position as the Mediterranean sun beats down upon your slowly tanning body; but just in case you need reminding why it’s such a great place to go, here are a few good reasons…. Read the rest of this entry »

Day 1:

As you step off the plane on the first day of your Son Bou holidays, you will feel the stresses and strains of life at home drain straight out of your body.  The sun will be high in the sky and waiting to greet you so once you’ve arrived at your accommodation, why not spend the first day soaking it up.  Spend a day settling in, relaxing by the pool and preparing yourself for a week of relaxation. Read the rest of this entry »

If you’re staying at Son Bou villas during one of Menorca’s famous fiestas then you might want to celebrate with some traditional local festival food. Invite over your friends and serve up these traditional specialities to carry on the carnival back at home. Read the rest of this entry »

What does a Son Bou holiday stand for? With a little fun, we spell out what we think Son Bou would spell out if it were an acronym:  Read the rest of this entry »

One of the most enjoyable things about holidaying in Son Bou is definitely the food. The Spanish really know how to cook and they know how to eat as well! Your stomach will be groaning from start to finish on your holiday with a fabulous array of authentic eateries to choose from. If, however, you are like many holidaymakers who, after a tough day on the beach, can’t be bothered even stepping out the door of their Son Bou villas, why not stay in and cook dinner like a local? Whipping up a fresh batch of Spain’s national dish, paella, is easier than you might think. Read the rest of this entry »

Once you’ve worked up an appetite after a few drinks or a day spent working hard on your tan, a taste of traditional Menorcan heaven is only ever minutes from the door of your villa! Read the rest of this entry »

A Son Bou holiday offers the best nightlife in Menorca with something to suit every member of the family. The resort is really quite small, and all of the major bars and restaurants are located within a ten minute walk of the main villas in Son Bou, making it really easy to find your way around even if you’ve just arrived. Read the rest of this entry »