Minorca (Menorca both in Catalan and Spanish; - situated east of Mallorca - is one of Spain’s own Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea.
Menorca Driving Advice
European Union citizens (18 years or older) must own a national driving license to drive in Menorca, however non-European Union citizens (18 years or older) also need an International Driving Permit or International drivers license as well. Both types of citizens must have car insurance and identification (license, passport, etc.) by law, is required at all times. Seat belts must be worn by all passengers, and travelers under the age of 14 must be seated in the back seat of the vehicle. When driving, remember that driving positions are reversed to American drivers. You must yield to on-coming traffic from junctures and traffic circles. Driving speeds are generally restricted to 30 mph (in urban areas) to 56 mph (on major routes).
Special care should be taken to restrict your driving to the main routes outlined on the most recent maps of this area as other routes may not be appropriate for driving (dirt roads, mountain passes, etc.).
Traveling in Menorca by Car / Car Rental
Because Menorca’s city centers are so popular, you are cautioned to avoid driving in these areas - especially since the narrow roads in these places can accommodate traffic traveling in one direction only. In addition, parked automobiles make driving extremely difficult. Traveling by car rental is best accomplished by following a current map of its roads - which offer views that are nothing short of amazing. Every Car Hire in association with Auto Europe provides discounted car rental with leading rental companies such as Hertz, Alamo, Budget and Europcar. Most rental companies simply require a valid driver's license from your home country to rent a vehicle. It's wise to obtain an International Driver Permit or International driving licence, just to play it safe. The permit, issued in your home country, translates your license to make it understandable to foreign officials. Also you can order international translation of drivers license at www.idlicense.com