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Arenal d'en Castell
Arenal d'en Castell is a laid-back, peaceful holiday resort
popular with British families and is a far cry from the
over-developed, bustling resorts of Mallorca. Situated on the
northern coast of Minorca (Menorca), Arenal d'en Castell is roughly
12 miles (20km) north of Mahon, the island's capital, and is set in
a beautiful horseshoe bay on steep hills that slope down to a
lovely beach. This means the resort is not ideal for the elderly,
or those with mobility problems, but the beach is a magnificent
place to relax and has good swimming in warm, shallow waters.
The Arenal d'en Castell region is popular for fishing and
sailing, and there are a number of water sports on offer for
adventurous holidaymakers. Most entertainment is provided by
hotels, so there is little in the way of nightlife, other than
several good restaurants and a few lively bars. For those seeking
more activity, the nearby holiday resort of Son Parc offers the
island's only golf course, as well as shopping opportunities, and
for the fit, it is within a reasonable walking distance.
Neighbouring Es Mercadal town has a lovely Sunday market worth
exploring while on holiday in Arenal d'en Castell. Another good
holiday excursion is a trip to Mount Toro - the island's highest
peak and home to an ancient monastery.
Information & Facts
Language
Spanish is the official language, but English is widely
understood in areas frequented by tourists. Catalan, Galician and
Basque are spoken in the relevant areas.
Money
Spain's official currency is the Euro (EUR). One Euro is divided
into 100 cents. Money can be exchanged at bureaux de change and
major hotels, but banks give the best rates. All major credit cards
and travellers cheques are widely accepted at most hotels,
restaurants, and shops. ATMs are widespread and are generally the
cheapest and most convenient method of obtaining money.
Time
Local time is GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March
and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October). The Canary
Islands: GMT (GMT +1 in summer).