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Menorca is the pure essence of the Mediterranean, an island that invites you to relax among coves, pine forests and inland towns, where the traditional way of life is still maintained. However, like on any trip abroad, it is important to have some details in mind so your vacation is a success.
If you are a European citizen, all you have to bring with you is a national ID or current passport. (It is also a good idea to have your European Health Insurance Card.) If you are from a non-European country that does not require a visa and your stay is less than 90 days, you will need a valid passport. For tourists from other countries, we recommend you visit the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Medical care in the event of an emergency is guaranteed for everyone. It is recommended that you travel with an international health insurance policy, especially if you are not a European citizen. In the case of an emergency, medical or otherwise, call 112, a free telephone number that is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and has a translation service for 80 languages.
No, you do not. You do not need any vaccines or special health-related precautions, according to the Ministry of Health. In the summer the sun is intense, so it is a good idea to wear high SPF sunscreen, a hat, and cool clothing, and hydrate frequently throughout the day.
The euro is legal tender in Menorca. Most establishments accept payments with cash, credit and debit (mainly Visa and Mastercard). However, it is recommended that you travel with a small amount of cash, since some small businesses accept only this payment method.
The time zone in Menorca is UTC/GMT+1 in the winter and UTC+1/GMT+2 in the summer. The time is the same as in Madrid, the country’s capital.
Spanish and Catalan are the official languages of the island. If you do not speak either of them, not to worry. Most hotel staff speak the most widely used international languages: English, French, German and Italian. Remember to learn a simple phrase in Spanish or Catalan. Along with being a sign of respect, it will be very useful to you while getting around in Menorca.
What you pack will depend greatly on the time of year you are traveling. The summer is hot and humid, so we recommend cool clothing for the day and a jacket at night. In the winter the temperature is mild, but it goes down at night, so it is important to bring warm clothes. You will also need adapters to connect or charge your electronic devices at 230 V. The plugs and outlets in Menorca are type C and F.