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Photo tour of Cala Blanca
Use the Photo Tour to see high quality photographs of all the information described below.
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is located on the west coast just south of Ciutadella. Approximately 40-50 mins., from the Airport.
Use the Interactive Maps to take a detailed visual tour, with ariel views complete with additional photos and useful holiday information.
Cala Blanca resort lies ( 4km south of Ciutadella) between the southern side of a long a turquoise inlet which ends in the beach at Cala Santandria and a smaller inlet to the south which ends in the beach, known as Playa Cala Blanca ( see interactive maps ). So depending on your accommodation location your nearest beach will be at Cala Santandria or Playa Cala Blanca. A more recently established resort it comprises a couple of hotels at it's sourthen end (many more in the mid and northern area ) ,but further from the larger Playa Cala Blanca beach ) along with many private villas apartments and residental homes. Both beaches are of fine sand gently shelving into the shallow waters that are protected by rocky sides of long attractive inlets so typical of the west coast. Close to the charming former capital of the island, Ciutadella. This can be a confusing area based on tour operators descriptions and the fact that Sa Caleta,Cala Santandria and Cala Blanca with their respective beaches have now merged into each other ( particularly in some guide descriptions! ) . Be sure to check your accommdation location on a good map, to know which beach and facilities are nearest to you.
The beach at Cala Blanca has several large (for Menorca standard) beachside Cafe Bar Restaurants and childrens water chutes . A few minutes walk south of the Cala Banca beach is a small shopping area. Both beaches ( Cala Blanca and Cala Santandria) offers basic water sports facilities and equipment for hire. The other beach ( Cala Santandria ) at the northern end is smaller and a lot less developed and often visited by locals. Both offer delightful snorkelling on the inlet sides.
There is a pleasant centralised tourist area offerings Bars & Restuarants, Souvenir shops and basic children's play facilities. So depending on your location you need to head north or south.
Particularly in spring time and on clear days, you will be able to see the rugged , mountainous coastline of north Majorca on the horizon.
Cala Blanca area has a centralised tourist area. However south at the Marina in Cala en Bosch ( short bus ride ) there is a big choice of entertainments for children of differing ages. Further north you could try Los Delfines ( Menorca's liveliest tourist area )
Dive Cala Blanca provides equipment and tution and is based at the Cala Blanca beach end of the resort just above the rocks. Poseidon Dive Centre is based at the other end under Hotel Bahia in Cala Santandria
You can walk south down the coast to Cap D'Artrutx/Cala en Bosch which on clear days will give you the northern mountains of Majorca on the horizon
There is now a well developed cycle lane running down the length of the coastal road south to Cala en Bosch and north to Ciutadella. Additionally you can head inland to explore the small often single track roads (Camis) to explore the countryside ( eg Sant Joan de Misa ) or maybe cycle to those dreamy virgin beaches at Talaier,Turqueta,Macarella and Son Saura.
Buses
There is a regular bus that pendles between Ciutadella and Cala en Bosch stoping off at Cala Blanca in a couple of locations( Cala Santandria, Sa Caleta etc ) .
Ciutadella is the hub for the western end of island enabling you to reach most parts of the island with changes and is also a good way to see something of the other sights of the island along the way. You will be suprised how different the landscape is to the area around Cala Blanca/Ciutadella. Direct buses to Mahon ( 45 min ) and also with stops ( 80mn ) at Ferreries, Es Mercadal and Alaior. There is a local city bus linea 60 ( line 60 ) that travels the circuit from ferry terminal, through city out to Poligno ( industrial/commercial area for leather outlet shops etc ) and to Placa del Pins ( city centre )
Destinations along the western coast are run by Torres and arrive / depart from Placa del Pins ( city centre ) .
Ferry Terminal,Sa Caleta,Santandria,Cala Blanca,Cala en Bosch,Son Xoriguer,Los Delfines,Cala en Forcat,Cala en Blanes and Cala Morell
All other destinations are run by TMSA and arrive/depart from Placa Menorca which is about 350m from Placa des Pins stop - see map below
Bus Company TMSA
No. 14 Direct Service no stops = "Sin Paradas" circa 45mn
Ciutadella to Mahon : No direct service Saturdays, Sun, Fiestas
Mahon to Ciutadella:
No. 1 With stops at Ferreries,Alaior,Es Mercadal circa 80mn
Ciutadella - Ferrerias, Mercadal,Alaior,Mahon:
Sundays / Fiestas: 8:00, 10:00, 11:30, 14:30, 16:30,19:00
Mahon - Alaior - Mercadal - Ferrerias - Ciutadella
Cala Blanca has a range of Cafes, Bars, Clubs and Restaurants to suite all tastes. Quiter, relaxing places at the beach areas and buzzier in main pedestrian area at Passatge Baladre and along Avenuida de Platja. For better evening entertainment visit Ciutadella where the chill out and dance clubs are located together down in the harbour area ( Pla de Sant Joan ) and some have open air areas where you can relax under the stars.
Favourite Clubs Asere ( Cuban bar with live Music ) , Jazzbah ( can you guess?, with impromtu sessions ) , Lateral. See also Under Madison ( Sant Joan Baptista 8 ) Bistro bar cuban salsa and Spanish guitar.
TIP Want to visit a Club or Music bar? Don't forget you are on Menorcan time, nothing starts to happen until after 10 pm as people will have eaten 'late'. Go much later and then it will be buzzing.
Is a collection of water and dry fun. Water slides and pools for big and small with trampolines and bouncy castles for smaller ones. On site basic food restaurant. Open from May - August daily from 10:30 until 18:30. Children under three are free. See web site for current opening times and prices. Reduced prices after 13:00
Afterwards you can visit Los Delfines commercial area with its wide variery of shops, Bars and Restaurants.
Aquarock is a collection of water fun, electronic amusements, trampolines and Go Karting. Staff are vigilant and the facilities clean and modern. On site Cafeteria with sensible prices. The waterpark is open daily (May - October) from 10:30 until 18:00 children under two are free. Over 11's count as adults. The Karting track is next door open daily from 10:30 until 22:30 See web site for current opening times and prices. Bus no. 65 from Ciutadella. Address Cova Des Moro, Cala en Bosch tel.
www.aquarockmenorca.com
After 15:30 the water park entrance price is halved but closes at 18:00. Afterwards you can visit the nearby marina with its other childrens attractions ( eg Goody fun park ) with relaxation areas for mums and dads, have something to eat or just watch the world go by. Of the two waterparks this is perhaps the better one to visit.
A small quiet fishing village resort on the north west coast set in dramatic rocky coastlines. Best known for the extensive man made (Bronze and Iron ages) cave dwellings nearby that give a real sense of cave "living" ( though many caves were also for burial ). Some are sophisticated with central roof columns and 'windows'. Some are obviously younger and larger, cut with more advanced metal tools, but the smaller older ones gives a view into another world. A good place to combine with a visit to the beautiful virgin beach of Algaiarens and walks through the very attractive valleys of Vall de Algaiarens.
By Bus from Ciutadella ( Placa dels Pins ) Torres Line 60 circa 15 mins 1.75 Euro single ( 2010 )
Ciutadella-Cala Morell 11:30 , 15:15 , 19:30
Cala Morell-Ciutadella 11:45, 15:30,19:45
TIP bring a torch to see the really special ones
For mini downloadable guides, current opening times and entrance prices visit www.menorcamonumental.org
In the west of the island near to Ciutadella you will find more of the islands early historical sites.
Naveta des Tudons - Ancient monument, Son Catlar - prehistoric village, Cala Morells - extensive cave dwelling and burial chambers
Naveta dels Tudons is a pre-talayotic burial monument (constructed around 1,500 B.C ) and considered as one of the greatest treasures of all the prehistoric monuments the island has. One of a number of 'Naveta' it is built from huge stone blocks which resemble an upturned boat. Navetas feature a doorway into a burial chamber where along with the bodies of the dead offerings such as bronze or china figures were left. Naveta del Tudeons is 13.6 m long with a maximum width of 6.40 m and height of 4.5 m - so not small!
Mao-Ciutadella road, km. 40. Open Tues. to Sat. 0915-2030 hrs., Sun. and Mon. 0930-1500 hrs. Entrance 2 euros, free on Sun.
Is a farm offering horserides for all. For bookings call 
Antonio Bosch 609833902
www.cavallssonangel.com
On the road to virgin beach playa Algaiarens so combine the two!
Useful Telephone Numbers
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Hotel Spa Sagitario Playa
Hotel Sagitario is situated around 200 metres from Cala Blanca beach. Hotel Sagitario’s spa area features a jacuzzi, Turkish baths and a sauna. Massage and various beauty treatments are on offer. There is also a gym. More details and BOOK ONLINE
Hotel Mediterrani
This is the ideal place to enjoy a family break, the complex has a magnificent swimming pool, children’s club and an entertainment program. It is also located only a few metres from the beach, meaning that you can enjoy all manner of sea-related activities. More details and BOOK ONLINE
Apartamentos Maribel
Apartamentos Maribel offers a convenient and great-value alternative to a traditional hotel. With all the freedom, independence and convenience of an apartment you can explore the surrounding region at your leisure. There are plenty of shops, restaurants and bars within easy walking distance of the complex and the sandy beach is just a short stroll away. More details and BOOK ONLINE
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