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Ibiza
The Balearic party & hippie isle
NightlifeCovesSunsets
OverviewAt a glance
Legendary for its superclubs and sunset rituals, Ibiza also hides a quieter soul of pine-cloaked coves, whitewashed old town and bohemian hippie markets. By day, turquoise calas and yoga; by night, the world’s most famous dance floors.
- Best season
- May – October
- Getting there
- Ibiza Airport (IBZ) — abundant flights from across Europe
- Known for
- Superclubs & hidden coves
Signature beachesShores
Cala Comte
Turquoise shallows with the island’s best sunset
Cala Salada
A clear inlet wrapped in pine forest
Ses Salines
A stylish strand inside a nature park
Things to doTo do
Dalt Vila old town
Climb the World Heritage walls for port and sea views
Sunset at Es Vedrà
Watch the famous sunset in front of the sacred rocks
Hippie markets
Wander the handmade and bohemian stalls of Las Dalias
Good to knowTips
- 1Clubs and rooms are pricey in summer — book ahead
- 2Many bays have no shade — pack sunscreen and water
- 3A car is the freest way to hidden bays; parking is tight in high season
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