IBIZA
Postcode: 07800
Area Code: 97
There are so many things to do, don't plan on sleeping much. Make sure you stock up the
week before you go or you'll regret it! Ibiza's charm comes from its beautiful beaches, hidden coves
and mild climate, right? Well, that depends on your point of view; many would claim it is the
entertainment, often extreme and hugely diverse, that draws them to the island.
In fact, the main
reason Ibiza has become a place of pilgrimage for thousands of people each year is its amazing
nightlife. Summer after summer, in the island's three most important discos (Privilege, Amnesia and
Space) musical tendencies that will later be exported to the rest of the world are created. Now,
electronic is just another industry here.
Every season, dozens of CDs are brought out, claiming to
be "Ibiza sounds" and that can easily be found in any music shop in the world with a decent techno
selection. Every summer night, these temples of modernity fill with clubbers, anxious to have a great
time dancing the night away, and then spending several days recovering. Some parties are more
intense and extreme than others, such as "Manumission", which takes place every Monday in summertime,
at Privilege.
Charter flights arrive from the UK, bringing 50 people straight to this club. Once
the party's over, the plane roundtrips what's left of the shattered party-goers home. Spending a
few days on the island without at least going in to one of these clubs would be a sin.
Residents and
tourists alike are keen on tennis, as well. The Ibiza Club de Campo for example offers a range of
clay courts, and their membership fees are quite reasonable. This club, and the island's others, also
has swimming pool, bar and restaurant to make your stay even more enjoyable. Ibiza's sporting
capacity includes facilities such as the Es Raspallar swimming pool, the Blancadona sports center and
the Pista de Atletismo Can Misses (track).
With the exception of track and field, Ibizans are not
known to be great sportspeople. Lack of university facilities and other opportunities are one obvious
reason. As for football, the king of sports in the whole country, there are only two national
division teams. CE Eivissa and Pea Deportiva, are kicking it out in the third division.
The island's
cinemas are nothing to sneeze at, though. Feature films, without fail, come to one of the five
cinemas, and there are also late night sessions, shorts festivals and there are often repertory
programs, too. You might try, for instance, the Multicines Eivissa, with five screens boasting the
latest sound systems.
Despite their overwhelming abundance, drugs are still illegal in Ibiza. However, people don't usually
get busted unless they get violent. So don't. Locals have become less patient with the rowdy tourists in
recent years so don't go shooting your mouth off. Also be forewarned that most people
get a good searching when
traveling from Ibiza to another country.
Quick tips/suggestions
As said earlier, make sure you have lots of sleep before you go to Ibiza because
chances are you won't be getting any while there. Make sure to drink your water and try to eat.... you'll thank me later! The Sala Europa, in Ibiza town center, is the only playhouse to be in somewhat regular use since its opening, in October 99. Can Ventosa also puts on some nationally-known shows that
occasionally come to town. One of the most elite sports, which seems to have more converts each day, is golf. Golf Ibiza, located in Roca Llisa, on the eastern part of the island, is the only course, but its 18 holes are quite difficult and challenging for even excellent players. They also have a 9-hole course where you can practice.
Best Way to Get Around
The Night Bus! Enough said!
 Activities
Clubber's Guide - get the lowdown on the hippest places
Diving in Ibiza - go underwater and swim with the fish
First Time in Ibiza - how to spend your days and nights
Bars
Es Paradis - home of the water parties
Space - the ultimate after hours club
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