Putting together a shortlist of the best things to do in Menorca proved more difficult than I'd anticipated.  Its name literally means "smaller island", in contrast with neighbouring Mallorca. But despite its size Menorca surprised me with a myriad of gorgeous towns, secluded beaches and delicious local...

Almond blossoms cover the ground like freshly fallen snow. Jagged rocks give way to the aquamarine ocean. Birdsong echoes through the forest.  Oh, and somewhere in the distance there's me, huffing and puffing underneath the weight of my oversized backpack. This is my first multi-day hike ever. I't seems I've packed...