Menorca is the second largest of the Balearic Islands, although it is smaller and quieter than its neighbour Mallorca. With a beautiful coastline and idyllic rural villages, Flights to Menorca are ideal for creative breaks any time of the year, with virtually guaranteed fine weather in a wonderfully inspirational setting. High quality Menorca villas give visitors the chance to experience this wonderful island at their own pace.

Menorca has a fascinating artistic and cultural scene and has a history of attracting creative visitors, many of whom have composed, written or painted while on the island. It is a truly inspirational setting, with fine sandy beaches, rugged coastlines, picturesque fishing coves and charming rural villages. The landscape is diverse, with farming plains, olive groves, forests and mountainous terrain featuring some spectacular views.

A diverse history

Throughout Menorcas history there has been a diverse range of inhabitants, with the island settled by the Moors, Catalans, British, French and Spanish. At the port of Mao visitors can discover these influences today in the range of architecture and building styles.

Many visitors come to Menorca exclusively to paint, and have been doing so for hundreds of years. The serenity and vibrant range of colours in the countryside, villages and towns make Menorca an ideal location for creating watercolour art. Here there are organised tours around the island for painters, catering for a variety of abilities and with professional guidance and tuition from established artists. The peace and tranquillity of an afternoon in a Menorcan village square, the dramatic coastline or the blissful ambience of a rustic rural scene there are so many ideal settings to portray in a painting holiday on Menorca.

What gives holidays in Menorca a distinctly creative edge is the diverse mix of cultures and civilisations, and with a history going back over 4,000 years the archaeological ruins and ancient sites give the island a real sense of place and timelessness. Combined with the beautiful natural environment, the island has the ability to inspire a passion for creativity.

Capturing the essence of the island

For photography, Menorca offers a range of locations and settings to learn more about the art. There is a range of courses available on the island, with guidance and tuition from established professional photographers. As well as learning about the mechanics of photography, the courses aimed at all abilities from beginner to experienced enable visitors to explore the islands coast, ancient villages, old towns and lush valleys and gorges. Photography on Menorca is an experience to be discovered, both a way to creatively engage with the landscape and to find out more about the culture and wildlife of the island.

If you would like to learn Catalan whilst visiting Menorca, or want to come to exclusively learn the language, then there are a range of courses aimed at all levels of abilities from beginner to more fluent speakers. Whether you are a family or a group visiting the island, there are a variety of ways to combine learning the language with other activities such as walking or experiencing the diverse outdoor markets. You can also learn Spanish on Menorca, with a range of courses and activities available to help you.

Going self catering on Menorca can be a stylish and luxurious experience. Villas in Menorca boast great cooking facilities and a range of other facilities and amenities. Youll get plenty of time to relax and unwind in tranquil surroundings, and whether youre painting, learning to cook authentic Menorcan cuisine, or any other cultural or artistic activity during day, you will get the chance to discover the real Menorca.

With the whole island a designated UNESCO biosphere nature reserve, your creative holiday in Menorca will be in beautiful surroundings. Getting there is easy, with regular flights to and from the UK.