Things To Do in Playa Figueral

A good way to explore the countryside round here is by horseback. Join up with one of the riding schools in the area and they’ll take you on a trek through woodland paths and up onto narrow mountain trails. Some places will arrange to have a picnic dropped off at your destination, or organise stop-offs at restaurants with horse-friendly gardens.

To celebrate the coming of summer, Santa Eulalia throws a big party. The locals really get stuck in with folk dancing and street parties, while rock concerts and DJ sets add to the entertainment. You won’t go short on food here, either – restaurants set up stalls to showcase their star dishes. And the week-long party ends with rather a big firework display.

As far as food goes, the hotel restaurants have mostly taken on the chef’s job. There are a couple of places in the resort, though, that deal in fresh seafood and tapas. Or you might want to go to San Carlos. Here, you’ve got Bar Anita – one of the island’s original hippie hangouts, the place now does duty as a coffee house and restaurant.

When you’re not relaxing on a sunlounger, you can be getting some thrills in the water. You’ve got pedalos if you like things on the slow side, while adrenaline addicts can go for banana boat rides, windsurfing and jet-skiing. Another sort of sport here is nudist sunbathing – if you want to take part, head for the north end of the beach.

Beyond the hotel entertainment, you won’t find much going on at night here – but handily you can get a taxi to lively Ibiza Town if you want more of a buzz. You won’t be short of bars, restaurants and discos here, that’s for sure. And if you’re really going for it, superclubs Pacha and Space host big-name DJs like Carl Cox, Erick Morillo and Tiesto.

This place serves up a chilled atmosphere, which includes the welcome – if unexpected – bonus of a crazy golf course. And if you drop by on a Sunday evening, you’ll get a live acoustic set to accompany the bar’s friendly vibe.

This restaurant’s checked tablecloths, wood-and-wicker chairs and ivy-clad front terrace are all bistro classics, but it’s the Italian food here that really seals the deal. Tuck into the fresh fish and pizzas or try a house special like saltimbocca a la romana – sliced pork with prosciutto and parmesan. You might want a glass of dry Italian rosé to go with it.