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What is Menorca like?

First impressions of Menorca

Viva Menorca! If you’re considering a Menorca holiday, you’re on the right track. When it come to things to do in Menorca, there’s more than you think.

Where is mayonnaise from? Menorca or France.

The real origin of mayonnaise

There are two countries that claim they invented mayonnaise. The argument about the real origin is heated – so what is the truth?

Street photography in Ciutadella, Menorca, Spain

The streets of Ciutadella

The old capital of Menorca, Ciutadella, has some of the most beautiful old streets and architecture on the whole Spanish island. Explore them with me.

Sailing a yacht in Menorca, Spain

Sailing Menorca’s coast

It should have been a wonderful day of sailing – and it was until lunch… then the weather changed and I wondered if we would make it back alive.

Nature in Menorca, Spain

The punishment that was a gift

It’s no coincidence that the Spanish island of Menorca has beautiful nature while its neighbours are full of development. Here’s the inside story why!

Talaiotic sites and culture, Menorca, Spain

The ancient islanders of Spain

Nearly 3000 years ago, an ancient race lived on the Spanish island of Menorca. We don’t know much – but we do have these ruins of the Talaiotic Culture.

Restaurante El Bodegón, Daimiel, Spain

Spain’s Gastronomy City

Toledo has been named Spain’s Capital of Gastronomy for 2016. Here are some of the best places to find out why it’s such a culinary destination.

Historic City of Toledo, Spain

A city of religious harmony

For centuries, the Spanish city of Toledo was full of religious tolerance with christians, muslims and jews living together in a hill community.

Zaragoza, Spain

Art and the city in Zaragoza

There are centuries of art to discover in Zaragoza – from the World Heritage ‘mudejar’ style, right up to modern murals.

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