These days Mahon is Menorca’s capital, but locals refer to the island’s historic capital Ciutadella as Vella i Bella, meaning ‘the old and the beautiful.’

You’ll see why when you explore its cobbled streets. Old churches, traditional architecture, upmarket souvenir shops and tempting restaurants all make visitors fall under its spell.

An enchanting city to explore on your Menorcan holiday, an ideal place for relaxing with a few bites at lunch under the sun.

If you enjoy gin, take a trip to the Xoriguer Gin Distillery, the last of the traditional distilleries still standing, to sip some aromatic Menorcan gin. The 18th century copper stills and bronze pipes give a sense of history to the distillery that overlooks the harbour. Located on Mahon harbour, the gin itself has quite a cult following on the island, be sure to sample some of the flavours, including chocolate and peppermint!

For seafood lovers, Menorca is the ideal place to try some of the local catch.

Punta Prima in the south east corner of Menorca is a holiday resort famous for its seafront seafood restaurants.

Great, fresh food can be found all over the island so you'll find much opportunity to eat like the locals by trying some delicious, healthy seafood instead.

If octopus seems a bit too adventurous, start with grilled fish before moving on to squid - you won’t regret it!