7Cala Macarella, Menorca, Spain
Hidden among pine-covered cliffs on the southern coast of Menorca, Cala Macarella is one of the island’s most beautiful coves.
Its crescent-shaped beach is surrounded by green vegetation and dramatic cliffs, while the water changes from pale turquoise near the shore to deeper blue farther out.
The contrast between the Mediterranean greenery and tropical-looking sea creates an atmosphere that feels surprisingly Caribbean.
Nearby Cala Macarelleta offers another beautiful cove and can be reached on foot from Macarella.
Caribbean factor: Turquoise water enclosed by lush green cliffs.
