Ibiza or Eivissa (in Catalan and officially) is one of the Balearic Islands, a group of autonomous communities of Spain. Known for being a party hotspot, Ibiza's part in the post-1950s package holiday boom means there is something for everyone on this island. Long beaches, big nightclubs, historical towns, and the Mediterranean sun mean Ibiza makes a great holiday for families and couples of all ages.
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The island is 153 km off the eastern coast of Spain, situated in the Mediterranean Sea. The Island is split into five Ajuntaments, as noted in Cities above. Their role is much the same as a council: providing local government, services, and maintenance for both citizens and tourists. Sant Joan de Labritja occupies the north, with Santa Eulària des Riu in the east, Sant Josep de sa Talaia in the south, and Sant Antoni de Portmany in the west.
Bus lines in Ibiza and their schedules are listed at Ibizabus site. There is also unofficial schedule search engine [1]. The most popular destination for ferries is Formentera, given the high volume of day trips to the nearby Island. Some of the larger resorts might even have direct routes to Formentera - Playa D'en Bossa and San Antonio certainly do - so do check the local port for any information. Sailings will often be an early morning and late afternoon/evening to maximise the time on the Island. Operators include: AquaBus. Check website for sailing times.. Operating from Ibiza Town Port, Playa D'en Bossa, and Figueretes. Adult Return €29.. (updated Mar 2021) Balearia.
Es Vedra, the mystical island rock off Ibiza's west coast Atlantis, a hidden cove, but only if you can find a local who'll tell you its secret location Passeig de ses Fonts in Sant Antoni de Portmany Sunset Strip in Sant Antoni de Portmany The old centre of the city of Ibiza Visit nearby Formentera by boat Explore the many beaches all along the coast The famous Es Canar Hippy Market (held only on Wednesdays) on the east coast of the island and Las Dalias Hippie Market in San Carlos on Saturdays Visit Bar Anita in San Carlos, the historical venue where the artists and writers of the 1950s, 60s and 70s used to collect their cheques and stop for a drink Visit Cova de Can Marçà in Puerto de San …
Explore some of the traditional countryside of this beautiful island that few people take the time to enjoy Take a boat ride Go parasailing Learn Spanish in some of the language schools around the island. Some of them specialise in teaching Spanish as a foreign language. Most of them are located in the city of Ibiza, where you also will be able to make use of your knowledge the best way and it also will be easier to stay in hostels near a school Explore the wharfside festival. Hundreds of locals flock to the carnival-style stands for fresh foods, enticing smells, and quality made trinkets. In addition to incredible tastes and smells, there is a strong visual aspect to the festivals.
Don't forget to try two local specialities: ensaimada, a sort of flat, soft pastry coil - what a Danish pastry would be if it was more like a doughnut - and flao, a sweet cheese and mint flan. Most pastelerias and many bars sell ensaimada - flao is a bit more difficult to track down.
Ibiza is famous for its nightlife. During the day most tourists are soaking up rays at one of the gorgeous beaches or sleeping off the past night's drinks. Bars do not get busy in the city of Ibiza or San Antonio until early evening, about 19:00. Nearly every bar, particularly in the busier summer months, has "drink specials" that will be advertised (more like hawked) on the street outside the bar. These are good options to save some cash in a notoriously expensive destination. Usually this will be a beer and a shot for €5, but the terms vary depending on the area, the time of night, and the bar. The West End, near San Antonio center, is a long, wide street packed with bars and revelers.
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