What budget for activities and outings Minorca?
Unfortunately, there are no cultural passes on Menorca. Generally speaking, institutes, cultural centers and museums are inexpensive (less than €10).
Menorca reserva de la biosfera. This portal, run by the Menorca Government, lists a large number of tourism companies that have been awarded a distinction for their commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism. These range from food producers (farms, vineyards, etc.) to hotels, restaurants and tour operators.
For more information: https://marcamenorcabiosfera.org and www.menorcabiosfera.org
Menorca is an ideal location for a variety of water sports, including kayaking, sailing, paddle surfing and kitesurfing, not to mention snorkeling and scuba diving, especially on the north coast. The island abounds in untapped sites. For those wishing to discover Menorca from a different angle, in a quieter atmosphere, it's important to point out that these sports can be enjoyed in both summer and winter, ideally from September-October onwards, after the last wave of tourist departures. There's also the Camí de Cavalls, a superb path around the island that can be explored on foot, by bike or on horseback.
For disabled travelers visiting Menorca, we recommend contacting the Menorca para Todos (Menorca for All) association. This organization offers a wide range of sporting and cultural excursions adapted to people with reduced mobility. Further information at www.menorcaparatodos.org
In Menorca, you can find shoes, leather goods, pearls, handicrafts and products of local industry at relatively attractive prices. Some of Spain's best-known brands, such as Pons Quintana, Ria, Mibo and Jaime Mascaró, are still worth buying, as their factories or headquarters are located on the island. Xoriguer gin, Biniarbolla liqueurs, certain wines and olive oils, as well as Mahón-Menorca cheese, also made on the island, are delicious local products at good prices!
A beer costs between €2 and €3 in Menorca's bars, a glass of wine from €5 to €8, while cocktails, depending on the venue, range from €6 to €15.
What budget to eat Minorca?
You can eat very well for very little money in Menorca. Local produce is good and restaurants are plentiful. If you opt for a few tapas to share or a lunchtime menu, you can get by for 15 euros. However, good restaurants are also plentiful and the bill can easily rise. Nevertheless, there are a few tables in town serving a dish of the day for around 12/15 euros. Focus on local products and dishes: frit mallorquí (made with meat or fish, peppers and potatoes fried in olive oil) and the famous ensaïmada (a sweet spiral pastry eaten for breakfast), caldereta de llagosta (a kind of bouillabaisse made with lobster in a small cauldron) and Mahón cheese.
Prices for gourmet breaks and alcoholic beverages are generally lower than in France (with the exception of discotheques and similar establishments). Minorcan pastries are highly recommended, especially the delicious ensaimadas .
What is the budget for accommodation Minorca?
If you're looking for peace and quiet, we recommend you take a look at the many agrotourism (rural tourism) establishments dotted around the Minorcan territory. These are usually former fincas (farms) that have been converted into small, usually luxury hotels. Often located in the hinterland, these houses offer 6 to 10 rooms and all the comforts of a 4- or 5-star hotel. The charm is there, but you have to pay the price. Alternatively, you can rent apartments or towns on a temporary basis. Two portals: www.menorcahost.com and www.menorcahabitat.com
Travel budget Minorca and cost of living
To give you a rough idea of the budget you'll need to allow for, count on €50 to €80 for a double room in the "good and cheap" category, €80 to €150 in the "comfort or charm" category and from €150 for the luxury category. Generally speaking, you'll need to pay a certain price to enjoy a quiet stay away from the hordes of tourists, as it's the big hotel chains that charge the most attractive prices, unfortunately in charmless, concrete resorts. For meals, expect to pay at least €12/15, around €25/30 in a standard restaurant and from €40 in a more chic establishment.
