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Welcome to Ibiza!
The Ultimate Nightlife Guide to The Party Paradise
Ibiza's legendary
nightlife makes it the social capitol of a summer in Spain
It's one of the wildest islands on Earth,
a place where daytime beach activities are only a prelude to an all-night
party that often lasts clear through to the next beach day.
Ibiza is like a sister island to Mykonos in Greece: wild, uninhibited and clothing-optional.
First inhabited in the 60s as a hangout for hippies, Ibiza maintains
its counterculture personality today, though in a thoroughly modern
way. Oh, the hippies are still here, but they are overshadowed by a
cutting-edge club crowd that comes dressed for the accession. Even if
that dress barely conceals a thing and who is wearing the dress is often
not distinguishable by the individual's sex.
PubClubbing in Ibiza's Mega Clubs
Notice the smiles – well, they are clubbing in Ibiza!
A lot of young people, mainly Europeans, frequent Ibiza for the nocturnal
nightlife. Some of the world's most famous clubs are located here. Finding
them is not a problem. Representatives of the clubs are everywhere,
passing out flyers at the beach and on the streets. The clubs are massive, holding 3,000, 5,000 even up to 12,000 people. Each have top DJ's and are going every night of the week.
 The club-goers are just as legendary. Ibiza has cool dressers, cross-dressers,
hipsters, hopsters, even hippies, who have yet to give up their turf
first established some 40 years in the past. Walking down the streets
of Ibiza, one is struck by the thought that someone forgot to tell these
people it's not Halloween or Mardi Gras. Then again, maybe Ibiza is
just an off-season combination of both.
Those on a budget be warned. Ibiza can rip through one's wallet faster
than a tequila shot hits the bloodstream. Plan on spending 35 -65 Euros per club just to get inside. Crowds arrive after midnight and stay
until 6 or so, at which time the die-hards head for the bars that are
just opening before heading home at noon. Forget about seeing those
people on the beach!
The
most famous club is often the last one visited during a night. Nearly
every die-hard partier has fantasized over video of the foam party.
Well, it happens at Amnesia. The event is called 'Espuma' - which
is Spanish for foam party. The foam can reach as high as six feet and
patrons do get drenched. Dress accordingly.
In addition this early-morning non-sponge bath, Amnesia has world famous
DJs, such as Paul Van Dyk, Sasha & Digweed & Seb Fontaine. Occasionally,
Boy George acts as resident DJ. Amnesia has theme nights, such as "God's
Kitchen." Amnesia plays the latest mix of house and trans music.
It's located in the middle of the island, in San Rafael, to it's best
to take a cab. Or the Disco Bus.
 Overlooking Ibiza Harbor, El Divino attracts a classy, sophisticated
crowd. It plays the usual house and trans mix. Boy George is also a
resident DJ here and there is a live sex act on a raised stage (not
featuring him, fortunately). Borad the El Divino boat for the 5-minute ride from the port.
Pancha in Ibiza Town brings all of Ibiza's groups together,
from hippies to millionaires. They mingle among the 15 bars, one of
which is an open-air garden patio overlooking the town. Well, okay,
the millionaires hang out among themselves in the VIP area off the main
room. Pancha is popular enough to be one of the island's few bars to
stay open year-round.
Es Paradis is in the shape of a pyramid overlooking San Antonio
Bay. It has no roof, nine bars and is full of serious clubbers.
Privilege's contribution to the Ibiza club scene is having the
largest dance floor in the town. In fact, it's the largest club in the world.It also has a swimming pool in the
center of the club for those not privy enough to hang in the exquisite
and very private VIP section. This is where PubClub Ibiza Correspondent
Kelly Owen met celebrity star Jason Priestly.
Privilege is famous for it's legendary '80s history. Formerly called
KU, it was frequented by jet-setting super models, celebrities, and
rock stars. The club was forced to shut down (and re-opened in the late
90s) amid rumors of drug trafficking and Mafia connections.
People tend to get spaced out at Space. This is especially the case on Sundays because the scene starts at 6 (that's p.m.) for its huge outdoor party.
It's easy to make friends in friendly Ibiza.
Ibiza Party Tips!
• Make sure you have cash, because cover for the clubs only except cash.
• Clubs are 30-60 Euros, more at the door. Tourists who decided to stay for the summer sell tickets during the day; they are knows as flyerers.
• Drinks are pricey, but you can pay with credit card. For ex. 8 Euro for a water, 13 for a red bull and drinks
• Clubs are all so super hot because there's so many people
• Taxis are scarce, so be prepared to go with locals that work as 'taxi drivers'. We did this twice. They'll be guys when you leave the club asking you if you need a taxi. Apparently its done a lot and all the time |
Ibiza's Beaches
Sunsets on Ibiza are a daily ritual.
Ibiza has plenty of sand spots
to enjoy, primarily Playa d'en Bosa, just south of
the main town and Las Salinas. Some are a must-do as afternoon and sunset party spots (not to mention the nude beach). PubClub.com has a separate article on Ibiza's beaches.
Ibiza Travel Information – Arrival and Orientation
The anticipation of arrival: Ibiza from the ferry and at the port.
Ibiza is located off the coast of Southeast Spain in the Mediterranean
Sea. It is part of the Balearic Islands or Baleares, which also contains
Majorca, Minorca and Formentera.
If one can stop the partying long enough to notice, Ibiza is a beautiful
island with lovely beaches, whitewashed buildings and clear-blue water.
Most
people arrive at the airport, although boats also serve the island. Bus, taxi or, during daytime, beach-hopping, boats provide
island transportation.
Taxis are fairly cheap and popular; most
fares are between $5-20 Euros, although be sure and confirm the price
before getting in the car. Just say "Quanto Questa" and name of
the destination. It's okay to barter with the cabbies. For nightclubbing,
there is a "disco bus" that run for 23 hours;
clubs also refund taxi fare for three or more partiers. With this kind
of service, it's no wonder Ibiza is a reveler's delight.
Ibiza is a fairly small island yet somehow manages to contain 15 towns.
Party tourists need only to concern themselves with one two: Ibiza
Town and San Antonio.
Ibiza Town contains most of the bars and clubs, making it a convenient
place to stay. It is also dotted with quaint shops and inexpensive restaurants.
San Antonio is the island's sunset spot and is popular among Germans,
Swedes and especially Brits. In fact,there are more British people here
in the summer than at any spot outside of London.
It's a good idea to have accommodations lined up in advance during
the peak season months of July and particularly August. For those unable
to cope with such things, Ibiza has a tourist office. Otherwise, hit
the streets and look for a "CH" (case del huespedes) on doorways.
This contains the phone number of the owner.
Ibiza Dining
Several inexpensive restaurants are located in the harbour area. One
of the island's best is La Oliva, a nice Italian restaurant
in the Ibiza harbour with a breathtaking picturesque environment set
in an old Spanish style setting. La Oliva is is settled right between
these old buildings on cobbled stone streets which brings Venice to
mind. The food is just as incredible.
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