History & Culture
Menorca’s Age of Piracy
Menorca and its neighbouring islands haven’t always been the oases of calm that they are now. Find out more about their history of piracy.
Fiesta Season in Alaior
For a small town, Alaior knows how to throw a big party! Find out more about the fiesta season.
Traces of Menorca’s Ancient History
The island of Menorca holds a secret. Find out about the ancient structures that have the key to the island’s past.
Catalan: Menorca’s Mother Tongue
Catalan, the co-official language of Menorca, is alive and well on the island – proof that although it may belong to Spain, its culture is entirely its own.
Menorca’s Fiesta de Sant Lluis
Summer in Menorca means glistening beaches, sparkling turquoise waters – and fiestas. Each town takes its turn to celebrate.
The Improbable Story of Menorca’s National Day
It’s safe to say that many a country celebrates its independence on its national day, however, only few choose the day of their invasion as an occasion for this festivity.
General Franco and the Making of Menorca
Menorca remains almost completely unspoilt by the decades of mass tourism that have developed Ibiza and Mallorca, and it’s all thanks to one thing.
Fiesta the Fornells Way
Get a front-row seat to some of the island’s vibrant festivities by renting a villa in Menorca. Try Fornells for some top entertainment.
Menorca’s Military Museum
Menorca may be a picturesque beach holiday destination, but it has a lot more to offer than surf and sand.
Getting Jazzy in Menorca
This small island overflows with jazz, blues, and soul – if you know where to look for it. Find out more.
