Last minute holidays in Menorca

Why choose Menorca for a last minute trip?

First up, Menorca is really easy to reach. In high season, 17 airports across the UK offer direct flights to the island. Flight times vary depending on which airport you're coming from, but they're never long: the shortest flights, from London, take around 2 hours and 15 minutes. Even if you're travelling all the way from Belfast, you'll spend just 3 hours in the air. Once you arrive, you can expect year-round sunshine, virgin beaches and world-class food - all the ingredients you need for a fabulous last minute break. Plus, Menorca is a very small island, just 50 km from tip to tip. That makes it easy to plan your last minute holiday in Menorca, as you'll be able to get around easily no matter where you stay.

What can I do for a last minute weekend break in Menorca?

Menorca may be a small island, but it offers plenty of activities to keep you busy during your last minute trip. For many people, a Mediterranean holiday is all about the beach! In fact, there are 131 beaches on the island - and 96 of those are beautiful, virgin beaches. You'll find large sandy spaces with gentle, shallow water that are ideal for a family holiday in Menorca. Punta Prima, Son Bou and Cala Galdana all fall into this category. If you're looking for more adventure, then Menorca is also known for its wild coves. These are tiny little beaches, often with more rocks than sand. Cala Pregonda, Cala Escorxada and Cala Viola de Ponent are good examples of coves that are well off the beaten track. You'll need to wear comfortable shoes to reach these isolated beaches, but they're ideal if you're craving peace and quiet. There are even beaches that can only be reached from the water. Why not rent a kayak and paddle out to the Illa d'en Colom, a tiny islet just 300m off the coast?