{"id":638830,"date":"2026-07-07T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/escapada-a-menorca-en-julio-estilo-de-calas-calma-y-luz-blanca\/"},"modified":"2026-08-03T20:53:45","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T18:53:45","slug":"escapada-a-menorca","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/escapada-a-menorca\/","title":{"rendered":"A getaway to Menorca in July: secluded coves, tranquillity and white light"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are islands you explore and others you simply soak up. Menorca belongs to the second group: here, the pine trees reach right down to the shore, stones have been stacked without cement for centuries, and the noise never gets any louder. Planning a <strong>a break in Menorca<\/strong> In July, that means embracing that pace and dressing accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s not a destination for showing off. On the contrary, the island favours simple clothing, natural fabrics and footwear that can withstand limestone. That\u2019s why it\u2019s best to pack your suitcase with the same calmness with which you plan your day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>July on the island: white light and the tramontana wind<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Summer in Menorca has two sides to it. To the south, coves with white sand and turquoise waters; to the north, the rugged, reddish coastline shaped by the wind. That duality influences what you wear far more than you might imagine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the north coast, the tramontana can pick up suddenly, even in the middle of July. Therefore, a light shirt that you can button over your T-shirt is no longer just a luxury but becomes a practical essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A getaway to Menorca: what sort of summer you can expect<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forget about big-hotel tourism. A getaway to Menorca is all about dirt tracks, wooden boats, long after-dinner chats and a swim at seven in the evening, when the sand has cooled down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That way of travelling calls for clothes that work whether they\u2019re wet, dry, or covered in sand \u2013 or not. It also calls for colours that don\u2019t stand out when they\u2019re covered in dust from the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Cam\u00ed de Cavalls sets the pace<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/camidecavalls.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/a> It circles the island for around 185 kilometres, divided into twenty stages, and is the best way to get to know Menorca from the inside. It takes in cliffs, pine forests, unspoilt beaches and old coastguard paths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t need to do the whole thing. In fact, if you set off early in the morning, you\u2019ll have the best cove of the day almost to yourself. Just make sure you wear proper footwear and a long-sleeved shirt: the July sun is no joke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The perfect suitcase for a getaway to Menorca<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Five days on the island can fit into a handbag if you choose wisely. Here\u2019s the essential kit that never lets you down:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Two swimmers<\/strong>: one plain and one patterned, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/product\/banador-seersucker-gerry-st-tropez\/\">seersucker swimming trunks<\/a>, which dries in minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Three lightweight shirts<\/strong>: two plain ones and one with a bit of character for evenings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Two T-shirts<\/strong>: crew neck, cotton, neutral colours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Two pairs of shorts and one pair of long trousers<\/strong>: trousers come into their own as the sun goes down.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A polo shirt<\/strong>: the versatile piece that works just as well on the beach as it does at the dinner table.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A thin knitted layer<\/strong>: for the tramontana and for midnight terraces.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to fine-tune your packing even further, have a look at our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/looks-para-escapadas-de-verano-lo-que-no-puede-faltar-en-tu-maleta\/\">Outfits for summer getaways<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to get dressed from the poolside to the dining table without going back to the hotel<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Menorcan trick is to structure your day in layers that you can add or remove as you go. Follow this order and you can\u2019t go wrong:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Base<\/strong>: swimming trunks that can pass for shorts without giving the game away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Second layer<\/strong>: plain T-shirt or <a href=\"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/product\/polo-micro-pique-liso-manga-corta-gerry-st-tropez\/\">micro-piqu\u00e9 polo shirt<\/a> to get into any place.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Third layer<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/product\/camisa-estampado-corales-gerry-st-tropez\/\">shirt with a coral print<\/a> open-back, which offers protection from the sun and is easy to slip on.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Closure<\/strong>: leather sandals or espadrilles \u2013 never flip-flops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Evenings in Ciutadella and Ma\u00f3<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the sun goes down, the island takes on a different atmosphere. Ciutadella\u2019s harbour fills with tables right by the water\u2019s edge, whilst Ma\u00f3 reveals its bay, one of the largest in the Mediterranean. Neither town demands formal dress, but both appreciate a touch of care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swap your shorts for a pair of light-coloured trousers, button up your shirt and put on a clean pair of shoes. With this simple change, you can go from a beach bar to a restaurant without looking out of place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Three mistakes that ruin a holiday suitcase<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first is to pack too much. On the island, people tend to wear light clothing and make do with washing their clothes in the sink. The second is to opt for synthetic fabrics that don\u2019t breathe or dry properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The third, and most common, mistake is forgetting to wear closed-toe shoes. Many coves require a twenty-minute walk over rocky ground, and flip-flops turn that walk into a real ordeal. Our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/los-5-destinos-mediterraneos-para-un-verano-con-estilo\/\">stylish Mediterranean destinations<\/a> He keeps saying the same thing for a good reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently asked questions about your break in Menorca<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How many days do I need?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Four or five days will give you time to explore both coasts at a leisurely pace. If you have less time, choose just one side of the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do we need a car?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, if you want to get to the coves in the south. Many of them are a long way from public transport and require a final stretch on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should I wear for the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A light, long-sleeved shirt, comfortable shorts, a cap and shoes with a sturdy sole. Also, always set off before nine o\u2019clock in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is it an expensive destination?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">July is peak season, although the island offers options to suit all budgets. Booking in advance makes all the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Menorca or Ibiza for a peaceful getaway to Menorca?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They\u2019re complementary islands. If you\u2019re looking for peace and quiet and nature, head to Menorca; if you\u2019re after a lively nightlife, discover <a href=\"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/gerry-st-tropez-ibiza-vive-la-moda-con-estilo-en-el-corazon-de-la-isla-blanca\/\">our shop in Ibiza<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get your island ready with Gerry St Tropez<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Menorca doesn\u2019t need a new wardrobe. It needs the right wardrobe: a few items, good fabrics and the certainty that everything goes together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discover our <a href=\"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/product-category\/banadores\/\"><strong>Gerry St Tropez swimwear<\/strong><\/a> and pack your suitcase \u2013 the island will demand it. Because the best memory of a trip is having been comfortable throughout every single hour of it.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Menorca isn\u2019t a place you simply visit; it\u2019s a place you breathe in. The perfect suitcase, the different facets of the day, the nights in Ciutadella, and the mistakes that can ruin your island holiday in the height of July.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":638832,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[111],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-638830","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ropa-verano-hombre"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/638830","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=638830"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/638830\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":638831,"href":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/638830\/revisions\/638831"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/638832"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=638830"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=638830"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gerrysttropez.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=638830"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}