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Take a boat trip to Formentera
Bob Dylan and Bob Marley both spent time on this little island, six kilometres off Ibiza’s southern coast, and the laid-back vibe they came for is still here. You can relax on a pristine white beach, or explore the island on a bike or moped. To get here, you can take a boat from S’Argamassa jetty, which takes about 45 minutes.You’ve got some little bars in S’Argamassa, but this peaceful village bypasses the 24-hour party culture Ibiza is famous for. Instead, nightlife here focuses on the hotels, with their live acts, discos and karaoke. Lively Es Cana is within easy walking distance, or if you want to make a night of it, Ibiza Town and San Antonio Town are just a cab ride away.
Read MoreS’Argamassa has just a handful of shops, but that’s okay because neighbouring Es Cana hosts the island’s most famous hippie market on a Wednesday. There are over 500 stalls, and thousands of tourists weave their way through them looking for ethnic jewellery, coloured kaftans and interesting pottery. Cafés and street performers add to the lively atmosphere.
Read MoreS’Argamassa has a few little restaurants and cafés on or around the beach. International flavours mingle with the aroma of Spanish tortilla and paella, while net-fresh sea bream and snapper taste best simply grilled. Over in Santa Eulalia, foodies head for Calle San Vicente – AKA Restaurant Street – where menus include suckling pig and pimientos de pardon, or deep-fried salted chilli peppers.
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