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NYT Daily • August 17, 2025

Island with ferries to Ibiza

Answer:

MINORCA

Hint:

This Balearic gem is smaller than Mallorca but shares a name with a dairy product.

Explanation:

This clue points to Minorca, one of Spain’s Balearic Islands, which has regular ferry routes connecting it to Ibiza. The name fits because it’s a well-known island destination, and the straightforward wording hints at geography rather than wordplay. If you’re familiar with Mediterranean travel, Minorca is a common stop for ferries between the islands.

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