Sant Joan artisan market
The northern town of Sant Joan de Labritja celebrates its local market every Sunday throughout the year with a festive atmosphere and lots to see and buy.

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Undeveloped paradise, only a boat trip away
The smaller of the two Pitiuses islands, Formentera lies 16km south of Ibiza Island. A day trip to Formentera is often a must do activity for visitors to Ibiza.
Although there are package deals here for tourists, the island has been saved from mass tourism and is relatively under developed, in comparison to its neighbour of Ibiza.
Luckily any buildings higher than four stories have been outlawed, preserving the natural beauty of the island.
While the island is only 84km square, there is plenty to explore, in particular some stunning white sandy beaches.
Es Pujols is the main resort on the island with a pretty promenade hosting small cafés, restaurants and a hand full of bars, not to mention a Caribbean style white sandy beach with turquoise water. Regular boats leave from all the main resorts in Ibiza - see the travel and transport section for details.
The northern town of Sant Joan de Labritja celebrates its local market every Sunday throughout the year with a festive atmosphere and lots to see and buy.
It's party time once again in Ibiza as the Santa Eulalia celebrates its patron saint. People flock to Santa Eulalia to enjoy the carnival atmosphere.
Mardi Gras signals the start of Carnival festivities on the island of Ibiza. At this time of year, fancy dress outfits and the traditional ‘mariol-lo’ costumes will be a common sight, as everyone has fun with tortilla competitions and all kinds of entertainment.
Celebrating the arrival of spring in Ibiza, Sant Josep brings together family, friends, neighbours and visitors to participate in this fun festival.
Ibiza Town celebrates its declaration as part of the UNESCO World Heritage list with a running race around the town centre.
During Easter week the Ibizan streets are filled with residents paying their respects to Jesus.
The history of the island can be dated back over 4,000 years, from megalithic to the Phoenician settlers, the Greeks and of course the Romans, each have left their mark on this small island.
More recently, at the end of the Spanish Civil War, from 1939 until 1942, Formentera housed a concentration camp for political dissidents from the mainland of Spain who were awaiting execution.
Despite this long and varied history the island today is a haven for sun seekers, artists, musicians and writers.
The most popular beach area and the only resort on the island is Es Pujols. With a beautiful long white sandy beach and shallow crystal clear waters it's easy to see why the island is such a draw for those wanting the idyllic beach holiday.
The walkway behind the beach is also lined with bars and restaurants ready to serve you delicious and refreshing cold drinks and snacks.
This stunning strip of beach goes on for miles along the coastline of the idyllic island of Formentera, situated just south of Ibiza.
Through the salt flats you enter the beautiful sandy beach of Salinas.
A beautiful white sandy beach just over 1km long, surrounded by sand dunes.
This is small, pretty and relatively unknown pebble beach; as a result it has kept all of its charm.
Just before you get to the luxurious beach clubs at nearby Cala Jondal, is a lovely local beach with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Known for cool bars, endless sand and sun loungers, by night Playa d'en Bossa hosts some of the world's most famous DJ's in Ibiza's well known clubs.
Using only fresh produce from Formentera's land and sea, this restaurant serves classic local specialities with modern touches. From fish and meat, to rice and tapas, this is a great place to sample authentic Mediterranean food.
Located at the entrance of the town of Es Pujols, in Formentera, this restaurant serves the best Argentinian grilled meat on the island. With a large dining room and a large terrace around a swimming pool, it is also a great place to celebrate events or have a cocktail.
Home-cooked, tasty Mediterranean food served in a beautiful terrace surrounded by trees and under fairy lights. This restaurant is located in Formentera's main town, Sant Francesc Xavier.
This cosy and intimate restaurant is situated in the centre of Formentera's main town, Sant Francesc Xavier, in a 17th-century traditional house. They serve Mediterranean cuisine with Provençal touches.
Run by Italian chef Paolo Nebuloni, this restaurant offers fresh seafood and Mediterranean dishes with a strong Italian influence in very creative combinations. It has a lively decor and atmosphere.
Located on the most beautiful beach of Formentera, this family run restaurant and beach club offers fresh and delicious treats from the surrounding areas. The specialities of Juan and Andrea have all the taste of the sea, and the restaurant tables are located on the sand, which is kept cool by the shade of the terrace.
The beach resort of Es Pujols has a surprising lively night life with narrow streets filled with bars, small clubs and late night eateries. Normally spilling out onto terraces and the street there is a great atmosphere and plenty of places that are open until 02:00 in the morning.
Located on the top of a dune on Migjorn beach, this restaurant and bar was opened in the 1960s and it rapidly became a hippie hotspot. They serve Mediterranean and Asian cuisine, as well as cocktails and tapas right in front of the beach.
Located in Sant Antoni, this activity company offer a whole range of watersports, as well as lessons and other activities.
Board this catamaran in Playa d'en Bossa and sail along the beautiful coastline of Ibiza. The ticket includes an open bar, a swim stop to cool down and club entries.
A team of professionals will assist you with diving or sailing. Anfibios have more than 10 diving sites, the majority in the marine reserve of “Es Freus” in Ibiza, all just a few minutes away by boat from the dive centre.
A great alternative to a day at the beach, with a range of water slides and swimming pools, numerous pools to paddle in, a play area and lots of green spaces for that ever important sun bathing session.
A small family-run company that has been operating in Ibiza for over 30 years, they run regular day trips from Figueretes and Playa d'en Bossa to Es Vedra every Tuesday and Thursday on a glass bottom boat.
All-inclusive day trip on Ibiza's biggest glass-bottom boat to Europe's most beautiful island. Enjoy unlimited drinks and home-cooked Paella, snorkel in the world's clearest water, try out SUP and tan on the whitest beaches.
Located in Sant Antoni, this activity company offer a whole range of watersports, as well as lessons and other activities.
A team of professionals will assist you with diving or sailing. Anfibios have more than 10 diving sites, the majority in the marine reserve of “Es Freus” in Ibiza, all just a few minutes away by boat from the dive centre.
This environmentally-conscious activity centre offer a personalised approach to scuba diving, stand up paddle boarding, climbing, hiking and mountain bike tours.
The Diving Centre is open all year round, taking advantage of the good climate. The water temperature varies between 14 and 28 degrees Celsius, optimal to dive all year around.
Lessons delivered at your villa pool by qualified, insured and highly experienced instructors.
Offering a wide range of courses for experienced sailors, complete beginners and children. With over 30 years experience, the teachers can offer expert advice and coaching.
Spread over 400 square metres this beautiful villa sits in a secluded location, just 5 minutes from the beaches of Cala Yundal, Es Torrent and Porroig.
Situated on a hilltop surrounded by pine trees this luxury villa has 7 double bedrooms, an open terrace and a wonderful sea view.
Luxury prestigious villa that offers you the comforts of your dream holiday away from home, making your dream vacation in Ibiza a truly memorable one.
This luxury villa of impeccable quality is situated in the most intimate and exceptional of settings and offers breathtaking sea views.
Situated on a hilltop surrounded by pine trees this luxury villa has 7 double bedrooms, an open terrace and a wonderful sea view.
Spread over 400 square metres this beautiful villa sits in a secluded location, just 5 minutes from the beaches of Cala Yundal, Es Torrent and Porroig.
If you favour luxury, design and privacy you will feel right at home in this top of the line apartment in one of Ibiza’s most exclusive urban areas.
Luxury prestigious villa that offers you the comforts of your dream holiday away from home, making your dream vacation in Ibiza a truly memorable one.
This luxury villa of impeccable quality is situated in the most intimate and exceptional of settings and offers breathtaking sea views.
Exclusive property in excellent location just in front of the harbour. Located on the third floor with elevator, this magnificent apartment has the most beautiful and direct views of the marina and Dalt Vila.
Set in the quiet area of Talamanca Bay but only a short bus ride from the bustle of Ibiza Town and the nearby tourist attractions and minutes from the beach. This hotel combines the best location with an instantly recognizable and unique retro-glamour style.
Beautiful finca in a 16-hectare area in the countryside, near the island's main beaches and towns.
Located in Marina Botafoch, this hotel has stunning views across the bay, the port and Dalt Vila. They offer modern rooms, a spa, restaurant, swimming pools and much more.
Recently renovated by Hilton as part of their Curio Collection, this hotel is located in a Neo-colonial building in the old part of Ibiza town. They offer 33 rooms and a gourmet restaurant.
This hotel stands out as a miniature village made up of rustic chic bungalows set on 10,000 m2 of land in Las Salinas national park. A converted 400-year-old finca that has been luxuriously renovated but has retained the original features.
This unique hotel is situated at the top of a cliff over looking the bay of Es Cubells, at the little cape of Porroig.
This established local company, based in Sant Miquel, is English-run. They offer fully licensed and insured vehicles for your private transfers from Ibiza airport to resorts all around the island.
With over 25 years of experience on the White Isle, this company offer airport transfers as well as VIP taxi services around the island.
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