Mahon is situated on the eastern side of the island and is the capital of Menorca. It has one of the largest natural harbours in the world and the surrounding port comes alive at night. Buzzing bars and quayside restaurants are full of holidaymakers and locals admiring the view and soaking up the atmosphere.

Shopping is mainly along pedestrianised streets with cake shops, trendy boutiques, leather and pottery outlets, not to mention colourful market produce. The market building is also the venue for music concerts and has a large supermarket beneath. Welcoming pavement cafes in shaded streets make pleasant places to stop for a refreshing break.

Historically, the town has much to offer. The old wall which originally encircled the town is gone, but Arch de San Roque remains. The church of Santa Maria is famous for its 3000 pipe organ, and the Plaza de la Conquesta has a statue of King Alfonso III who liberated Menorca from the Moslems in 1287.

Cala Llonga lies to the north of Mahon’s harbour and is a popular with those who enjoy sailing. This is an exclusive area with luxurious homes and pristine gardens close to all the facilities Mahon has to offer.

Sant Climent is a picturesque whitewashed village inland from Mahon. A small community which knows how to enjoy itself, the village has a fiesta in the middle of August which features music, fireworks, dancing and general merriment