"Ibiza" Top 5 Page for this destination Ibiza by JulesH

Ibiza Travel Guide: 736 reviews and 1,625 photos

La Isla Blanca

I have been visiting Ibiza at least once a year since 1997, and each time I go back I feel as if part of me stays there.

I am often asked what I see in this island with it's reputation for badly behaved Brits abroad, drink and drugs. Many people wrongly assume that the magic of Ibiza they have heard about is drug induced...and maybe for some it is, but for me the magic is a perfect blend of the right music at the right time with the right company to create an atmosphere and a series of moments you'll never forget.

Music is very important in Ibiza, whether you are a hardened clubber, a laid back soul in search of tranquility, or a regular tourist on a package trip...everyone comes back from Ibiza with their own personal soundtrack against which they can relive their memories.

I often come across people who live their lives so fast they don't have time to stop and realise that they are happy. Ibiza gives you the right pace of life to appreciate every moment as something that brings joy and a sunset as something which can move you to tears of emotion.

Ibiza will stay with you if you let it reach your soul....enjoy!

Pros and Cons

Pros:Peace and harmony of the soul but with plenty to do
Cons:Bad reputation
In a nutshell:A place to be at one with yourself

Last visit to Ibiza: Sep 2002
Intro Updated Sep 30, 2004
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At least one sunset Things to Do (1)

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Hotels (2)
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Shopping (1)
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Written Nov 9, 2002

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elpariente Jul 2, 2012 at 6:28 AM

Jules
Your tips have very good info and the photos are great
Gracias !!!
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Fullmoonfever Oct 7, 2008 at 7:09 AM

so whats wrong with drinks and drugs??? (throws beer bottle, hoping it will hit someone)
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BillNJ Apr 10, 2008 at 3:44 AM

Interesting tips and photos. Especially liked your homemade seafood paella. Best from New Jersey, Bill
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spiraldive Jan 3, 2008 at 3:47 PM

They are not paragliders. They are paramotors - & totally ADD to the sunset vibe. They fly at sunset because the air is less turbulent. They are only spoiling your hangover for all day & night "clubbin".
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sourbugger Nov 24, 2006 at 5:47 AM

very nice, but i will stick to skeggie if you don't mind
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RanR Mar 1, 2006 at 1:22 AM

That nicely sums up Ibiza Jules. I too left a piece of me there. Half of my brain in Amnesia :>
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jimistador Nov 24, 2005 at 3:38 PM

Viva Ibiza !
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RickinDutch Nov 23, 2005 at 4:44 PM

Nice Ibizia pages. Thanks for sharing!
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GypsyBessie Sep 17, 2005 at 2:22 PM

You have really summed up Ibizia very nicely. I love holidays and travelling but I really do appreciate the magic of Ibiza. We are regular visitors to Ibiza and have met lots of people, young and old who all appreciate the atmosphere of the island.
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budapest8 Sep 2, 2005 at 10:06 AM

Cheer up hunny, don't be so glum chum.Saw u were a bit down in the Forum.Ibiza Blues.Nice pages and magic pics,Have a good weekend.Tim