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Ibiza Holidays
Holidays to Ibiza might be mainly associated with nightlife, but that’s only one chapter in the island’s story. Its sleepy villages, pretty beaches and UNESCO-protected old town aren't to be missed.
Nightlife and beyond
Ibiza might be known for being the party playground of Spain, but there’s more to this Balearic Island than big-name clubs and A-list DJs. Away from the nightlife-focussed resorts of San Antonio and Playa d’en Bossa, it sings to a different tune.
The main resorts
Northern towns like Puerto San Miguel and Portinatx showcase sandy coves and hills blanketed with wild flowers. Further south, Cala Llonga offers a similarly relaxed atmosphere and boasts one of the biggest beaches on the island. Santa Eulalia, meanwhile, provides a happy medium between lively and laid-back. The boutiques and bars here have a cosmopolitan edge, and the town’s sweep of pale sand is a favourite with families.
Ibiza Town
Ibiza’s capital, Ibiza Town, has an old quarter that’s earned itself a place on UNESCO’s World Heritage Site list. It’s cocooned by Medieval stone walls and overlooked by a fortress. The newer part of town, down by the waterfront, is an amalgamation of high-end restaurants, well-dressed bars and market stalls selling all sorts of clothes and souvenirs.
Daytrips to Formentera
Formentera’s known as Ibiza’s little sister island and it’s well within daytripping distance – the ferry ride takes just 30 minutes. The island’s beaches are the jewels in its crown. Bright-white sands with Blue Flag status are the norm. Conservation laws are strict here, too, so you won’t find any sprawling seaside restaurants. Instead, beach huts whip up seafood snacks and drinks. Plus, you can head inland for rustic markets and traditional eateries.
At a glance
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Get lost in the cobbled streets of Ibiza Town
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Rummage for trinkets in the island’s colourful hippy markets
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Sample the legendary nightlife of Playa de’n Bossa and San Antonio
Destinations in Ibiza
Top Destinations
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Cala Gracio
Holidays to Cala Gracio balance go-slow days with easy-to-reach nightlife in Ibiza's party capital.
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Cala Llonga
Ibiza isn’t just about great nightlife. Holidays to Cala Llonga offer up a pine-fringed sandy bay, where you can enjoy a laidback beach break away from the clubbing crowds.
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Cala Tarida
Thanks to this place's location in a sandy bay just south of San Antonio, holidays to Cala Tarida offer sun-soaked days on the beach, as well as easy-reach days and nights out.
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Es Cana
Holidays to Es Cana are a far cry from Ibiza’s wilder side. They offer quiet beaches, nightlife that’s the right side of lively – plus the most famous hippie market on the island.
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Figueretas
Holidays to Figueretas put you within walking distance of Ibiza Town. But this family-friendly place knows how to stand on its own two feet, as well, with a great beach scene and lots of entertainment.
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Playa d'en Bossa
With both legendary nightlife and a great beach, holidays to Playa d’en Bossa give you Ibiza at its best. And the old-world charms of the island’s capital are right on your doorstep.
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Port des Torrent
Holidays to Port des Torrent take you to a relaxed place, but leave you close to lively San Antonio Town – and within easy reach of historical Ibiza Town.
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Portinatx
When it comes to holidays to Portinatx, you can forget everything you know about Ibiza. This place’s secluded coves, laidback restaurants and hippie market are a million miles from the hustle and bustle of San Antonio.
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San Antonio
Holidays to San Antonio Town take you to a clubbing haven, but also leave you with great shops and restaurants, as well as an easy route to the island's capital, Ibiza Town.
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San Antonio Bay
You can set the pace on San Antonio Bay holidays. Quiet coves and laidback bars are here, megaclubs are next door and a culture-packed capital's only a short drive away.
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Sant Rafel
Holidays to Sant Rafel line up the perfect mix of slow-paced island days and lively nights.
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Santa Eulalia
Holidays to Santa Eulalia bring you something different in Ibiza. Yes, they come with spotless sandy beaches, but they also offer up boutique shops and top-class restaurants.
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Puerto San Miguel
Holidays to Puerto San Miguel take you to a calm side of Ibiza, where days and nights are equally relaxed and the capital is an easy drive away.
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Talamanca
Holidays to Talamanca take you to Ibiza Town’s upmarket neighbour – think swish coffee bars and name-drop-worthy restaurants, fronted by a swathe of platinum-white sand.
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Es Figueral
Es Figueral holidays show off Ibiza’s quieter side – the action all revolves around a long stretch of vanilla-coloured beach.
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Cala Pada
Holidays to Cala Pada are all about taking things down a notch. There’s a quiet, sandy beach edged with pines and restaurants, and a pretty coastal walk to Es Cana and Santa Eulalia.
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