Ibiza has two sides, which gives it the huge wow factor.
The first – some of the most famous clubs in the world, sensational food and world-beating beach clubs. Glam dripping everywhere and everything you could want in the lash party animal in you.
The second is a calmer, far less crowded and an idyllic beautiful side. A wonderful old town, picture-perfect beach coves and, critically, all less than 45mins from the doof doof craziness.
This combination of the two makes Ibiza one of the top island highlights of the Mediterranean (along with The Sorrento Peninsula, The Aeolian Islands, Santorini and Havar), if not the world.
The only downside is that it is daft expensive . . . especially if you want to do it well. We did . . . three times . . . and hence the tips below.
Quick Take:
Best for: Party weekends, beach club indulgence, and mixing nightlife with beautiful island exploring.
Time needed: 3–4 days.
Highlight experiences:
• A mega-club night (Ushuaïa / Hï / Pacha)
• Sunset at Café del Mar or Cala Conta
• Exploring Ibiza Old Town
• A beach cove day on the east coast
• Boat trip to Formentera
Downsides: daft expensive, especially clubs and beach clubs.
Best time to visit: Summer to blow the doors off.