Clubbing Holidays to Ibiza

For the young and young at heart Ibiza is the place to be each and every summer. Its world-renowned nightlife has some of the biggest clubs, the best DJs and an endless list of pumping tunes. Musically Ibiza is larger and louder than ever with every type of sound from techno to R n B, hip hop, rock, house – the list goes on and seems to get bigger and better each year.

Its superb beaches, secluded coves and excellent range of water sports make it easy to relax after you've partied the night away. Chill out with a cocktail on the beach and enjoy Ibiza's legendary sunset – before its time to start all again! And if you get chance before you leave head to a moon party on the beach for the ultimate Ibiza experience.

Party Highlights

Ibiza Town

Ibiza Town has everything from the world's biggest nightclubs to trendy bars and restaurants. There's a more upmarket vibe here. Ibiza Town also has an excellent gay scene with festivals and parades taking place throughout the year. Ferries depart regularly from Ibiza marina to San Antonio.

Top clubs include:

Privilege
Named as the biggest nightclub in the world in the Guinness Book of Records this gigantic club can accommodate up to 10,000 revellers. Attractions include circus acts and shows. There's even an indoor garden and swimming pool. Privilege is located half way between Ibiza Town and San Rafael.

Pacha
Open year round this super club has 15 bars, open air gardens, a restaurant and sushi bar. It attracts the world's best DJs and enjoys great views over Ibiza town.

Amnesia
An old timer famed for its spectacular laser shows and dance floor pyrotechnics. Cool tunes and DJs make this a must see place on the Ibiza night tour. Amnesia is located in a stunning location between Ibiza Town and San Rafael.

El Divinio
Set it the beautiful Ibiza marina it is a favourite haunt of the wealthy yachting crowd. Expect designer names and an exclusive set.

San Antonio

Compared to Ibiza Town, San Antonio offers a more traditional package holiday atmosphere. The town is divided into three main areas – "The West End", "the Bay" and "Sunset Strip". Most of the Brit pubs, karaoke venues and cocktail bars are located in the popular "West End" region. "The Bay" offers a good selection of bars, restaurants and hotel based entertainment. As the name suggests "Sunset Strip" is a great place to be at sunset – soak up the relaxed vibe. If you're looking for a change of scene ferries depart regularly to Ibiza Town from San Antonio.

Top clubs include:

Es Paradis
Overlooking San Antonio bay this spectacular pyramid shaped club is rated as one of the best super clubs in Ibiza. You've nine bars to choose from and even a dance floor that turns into a swimming pool!

Eden (formally Kaos)
It is the spring chicken of the bunch and one of the newest super-clubs in Ibiza. Catering for 5000 with its legendary foam parties, Eden is located on the seafront in central San Antonio.

Playa d'en Bossa

Neighbouring resort of Ibiza Town, Playa d'en Bossa has one of the best beaches on the island. Close enough to Ibiza Town to visit all the clubs but far enough away to enjoy a quieter evening when you need it. It offers a wide range of bars and restaurants from the Brit pubs to uber-trendy cocktail bars.

Top clubs include

Space
Located in Playa d'en Bossa, it's the world's first after hours club and one for the truly hardcore. Its doors don't open until 6a.m. and partying continues until mid-afternoon. If you've enough energy for an all nighter/all dayer it's definitely worth a visit.

Overview of Ibiza

Think of Ibiza and you'll probably imagine the hedonistic party capital of the Med. Nightclubs by the bucket load, world–famous DJs and all night party venues – Ibiza has it all when it comes to nightlife. The other side to Ibiza is much more surprising – pretty whitewashed villages, valleys filled with olive groves and secluded coves backed by pine forests. In Ibiza Town you'll find a more upmarket holiday atmosphere with chic boutiques and restaurants. The traditional holiday resorts of San Antonio offer plenty of British style entertainment and facilities. Playa d'en Bossa, San Antonio Bay and Cala Llonga are extremely child friendly and cater for younger children, with play parks, gently shelving beaches and excellent facilities. Beaches, medieval castles, craft shops and superb restaurants offer an alternative to the party–scene and there are many resorts that provide a quiet, secluded environment in which to enjoy cheap family holidays.

With over 80 beaches in the island there's plenty of space to go around. Beaches range from small hidden coves, nudist enclaves, hippy havens or wide expansive bays filled with family friendly facilities. Playa d'en Bossa, Playa Figueretes and Playa de Talamanca are the main beaches near Ibiza Town. To the west the big bay of San Antonio, Playa de San Antonio and Es Pouet. Santa Eulalia has a sheltered bay and gently shelving sands that make it very popular with families. The Ibiza beach sunset is world–renowned and truly spectacular. Set your stall out on soft golden sand and watch as the sun disappears into the sparkling Mediterranean. Some of the most beautiful and secluded coves can be found in the north of the island with Portinatx being a real highlight.

Restaurants and eateries in Ibiza cater for every taste bud with everything from traditional English to gourmet menus. Ibiza Town and marina offer some of the trendiest and upmarket restaurants on the island. San Antonio and some of its neighbouring resorts have a more traditional holiday atmosphere with family friendly restaurants, Chinese, Indian, Italian eateries and of course traditional English favourites. Authentic Ibiza food has a distinct Spanish flavour – simple meat and fish dishes basted in flavoured tomato, garlic and onion sauces. Tapas – snack sized portions of meat, fish and vegetables; and seafood delicacies such as paella are also widely available. For a special Balearic treat try Ensaimadas – a croissant filled with cream and chocolate and topped with icing sugar. Flao, a local cheesecake, is also a popular dessert. The local tipple is Sangria or Frigola – a sweet liqueur.

Ibiza has more big name clubs than any other European destination. The best nightclubs including Privilege and Pacha can be found in the south of the island in Ibiza Town. Ibiza Town also has a lively marina with an exclusive atmosphere of chic bars and trendy restaurants. The resort of San Antonio is home to two of the biggest clubs on the island – Eden and Es Paradis. San Antonio is very much more British orientated and offers a wide range of nightlife with traditional entertainment shows, cocktail bars and karaoke contests! Nightlife in Ibiza is varied and you'll also find un–crowded beach bars and live music venues where you can relax. Families are also well catered for with a range of kid friendly play centres and hotel based entertainment in many of the resorts.

After a hard nights partying most holidaymakers sleep off the night's indulgence on the beach. Ibiza's beaches are beautiful and benefit from excellent facilities. You'll find a wide range of water sports on offers as well as island boat trips, diving expeditions and booze cruises. Families will love kid friendly activities such as water parks, go karting, animal parks and play centres. Ibiza offers a wealth of natural and cultural experiences. Explore Cova de Can Marca – a collection of underground caves with spectacular viewing platforms and educational tours. Another of Ibiza's natural wonders is the salt flats of La Salinas – at sunset you'll find a dramatic photo opportunity. For elegant boutiques and tapas bars try Santa Eulalia, just north of Ibiza Town. This pretty whitewashed town also enjoys close proximity to some of the best beaches on the island. Just 5km off the coast of Ibiza is the unspoilt island of Formentera. This island is a popular day excursion from Ibiza and a real hidden gem. Ferries depart from Ibiza Town to Formentera every two hours in high summer season.