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|  |  |  | | This week we're celebrating the beautiful Balearic Islands! East of the Spanish mainland in the Mediterranean Sea sit the three main islands – Ibiza, Mallorca and Menorca . Each maintains a character distinct from the rest of Spain and from each other.
The islands are hotly debated. Some of us live for the endless party of Ibiza, the White Isle. Others seek the seclusion of Menorca. And a few of us have even heard of Formentera. The vast majority of holidays to the Balearic Islands revolve around the beach but dig a bit deeper and you’ll find everything from rugged mountain ranges to prehistoric ruins. | | |  | | | Travelscoop The Balearics’ biggest island is all about the beaches. And whether you pick superleague stretches like 13-kilometre-long Ca’n Picafort, or tucked away coves, such as those around billionaire’s playground, Cala d’Or, you can bank on golden sand and calm waters.
There are hundreds of them, running the full spectrum from long, golden and sandy to hidden, tiny and pebbly. At last count, 32 of them had been awarded a coveted Blue Flag award.
THE SECRET BEACH
To slip away from the crowds, catch a boat from the port of Alcudia to Cala Truent. It’s a half moon-shaped stretch of shingle on the northwest of the island, and is framed by steep cliffs fringed with pine forests. There aren’t any beach bars or restaurants here, so it’s worth bringing a picnic basket if you’re planning to stay awhile.
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| | |  | All-inclusive · 7-nights · Flights included Hotel Club Palia Sa Coma Playa  1,202 reviews
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| | |  | Half-board · 7-nights · Flights included Hotel Son Baulo  2,246 reviews
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| | |  | All-inclusive · 7-nights · Flights included Condesa De La Bahia 3,152 reviews
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| | |  | Self catering · 7-nights · Flights included Niu d'Aus Apartments 117 reviews
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| | |  | | | Travelscoop If you're after an island that moves at a slower pace, Menorca hits the spot. Families flock here for quiet beaches like Son Bou and Cala’n Forcat. Plus, there are prehistoric relics like the village of Torre d’en Gaumes, which is over 3,000 years old.
Menorca has more beaches than Mallorca and Ibiza put together, and most have been given Blue Flags thanks to their quality and cleanliness. Caribbean-like white sands are ten-a-penny in the south of the island, while the north has a slightly rockier coastline, with darker, caramel-hued sands bracketed by steep cliffs.
THE SECRET BEACH
Cala Presili’s crescent of white sand has no facilities to speak of, so you’ll need to bring a picnic if you’re heading down to spend the day here. The lack of amenities means there’s also a lack of crowds, though, so it’s perfect if you want to escape the busier resorts. To get here, you’ll need to make the 20-minute drive from Mahon and then walk about 15 minutes down to the sands.
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| | |  | Accommodation only · 7-nights · Flights included Vista Picas 371 reviews
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| | |  | Half-board · 7-nights · Flights included SunConnect Hotel Los Delfines 1,516 reviews
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| | |  | All-inclusive · 7-nights · Flights included Mar Hotels Paradise Club & Spa 2,406 reviews
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| | |  | Breakfast · 7-nights · Flights included Meliá Cala Galdana 2,369 reviews
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| | |  | | | Travelscoop Ibiza is the king of Europe’s club scene. The island’s main resort, San Antonio, is home to world-famous dance spots like Pacha. It’s a different story up on the north coast, though. Make your way to the countryside around Puerto San Miguel and you’ll find hidden caves and walking trails through thick pine forests.
It's haloed by some of the most scenic beaches in the Balearics. We’re talking tucked-away coves with bright white sands, and golden sweeps bracketed by forest-topped cliffs. Look out for what the locals call ‘chiringuito’ bars. Even the sleepier beaches tend to have at least one nearby, and they’re the best places to head for authentic tapas dishes, fresh seafood and jugs of sangria.
THE SECRET BEACH
If you’re after a beach that’s off the tourist trail, seek out Cala Xuclar. This small, crescent-shaped bay is tucked away in the north of the island, around a 5-minute drive from Portinatx. There’s nothing but green hills and a few fishing huts framing the sands, and refreshments come courtesy of a tiny bar that sells tapas and seafood dishes at lunchtimes.
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| | |  | Half-board · 7-nights · Flights included Olé Galeón Ibiza 1,330 reviews
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| | |  | All-inclusive · 7-nights · Flights included Hotel Playasol San Remo  1,989 reviews
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| | |  | All-inclusive · 7-nights · Flights included Insotel Tarida Beach Sensatori Resort 2,345 reviews
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| | |  | Breakfast · 7-nights · Flights included Invisa Hotel Es Pla 974 reviews
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