Menorca

The consistently quiet member of the Balearic family. While Majorca and Ibiza vie for everyone's affections Menorca targets mainly undemanding families or peace-seekers.

The picturesque beaches and largely unspoilt bays are the island's big selling point and you'll be spoilt for choice.

The culturally inclined, however will find plenty to write home about.

Tip: Although many tour operators sell holidays early and late in the season be aware that many bars and restaurants stay shut until the end of May and close-up for the winter at the end of September.

Excursions:

• Water parks at Cala'n Bosch and Cala'n Forcat half-price in the afternoon.
• Endless secluded bays and pretty villages...try the whitewashed fishing village, Binibeca.
• Ciutadella - the former capital is perfect for exploring, with its well preserved nooks and crannies, forged from the middle ages upwards. The narrow streets and harbour are a delight but navigating the one-way system takes patience and a good map.
• Mahon - has a British influence, but we're talking ancient Brits rather than today's tan-seeking tourists. Narrow streets lined with lots of traditional little shops wind their way to the port which is temporary harbour to large cruise liners, ferries and yachts.
• One of the world's largest Lladro shops off the main island road also provides a swimming pool and superb playarea for younger children plus a cafeteria. Well worth a visit.
• Our recommended evening out is to see the display of horsemanship at the arena near Cala Galdana.
• One 9-hole golf course.

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