The Ibizan 897 October 2018

Inside, our 2018 tourist resort guides with maps, key information, places to go and things to do covering all of Ibiza & Formentera’s main resort centres.

Fira de Sal, Ses Salines Natural Park , 26th - 27th October, See Back Page

Octoberbest

Ibiza’s locals love October for good reason. Welcome to your guide to one of our very best times of the year.

Steve Heapy

Closing Parties

Indian Village

We talk to Jet2 C.E.O. Steve Heapy about Ibiza, Tourism, Football and Coronation Street. Page 18 & 19

Night by Night agenda of who, when, where and why through to the not so bitter end. Page 14 & 15

A feast for the eyes and even better for the belly. Chef Vipula takes us to food nirvana. Page 6 & 7

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Ibiza Chef MatĂ­as Trelis in the National Gastronomy Finals. Page 6

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Letter from Ambassador Manley Page 28

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Ibiza People, Writer Ana Olivia Fiol page 12

Los Otros San Juan see santa eulalia page

ibosim brewhouse see san an bay page

ilusions pool hall, see Ibiza town page

vara de rey 22, dentist, see Ibiza town page

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“Welcome to Ibiza ...

1st Time or Occasional Visitor?

Perfect. This special edition is designed with you very much in mind. Consider us your Ibiza 101, an overview of the Island and its many faces. You will find a day by day agenda, resort guides, an insight to Ibiza’s rich history and culture—and plenty of options to indulge yourself in its excellent gastronomy.

We can’t cover everything, but we hope to at least point you in the right direction.

Frequent Flyer?

Regular Reader?

You will know Ibiza’s many idiosyncrasies and be familiar with the lay of the land, but there should still be plenty of fresh and useful information - and if you are a creature of habit, perhaps you will find something to get you out exploring the Island.

Starting to get interested in the Ibiza local news? That is the start of a slippery slope from which you may find it impossible to escape—welcome to the family.

You will find all of the usual news and community etc. sections in the back half of the newspaper, but hopefully you will find plenty to interest you in the visitor pages too.

The weekly newspaper continues as normal alongside this special monthly edition which is compiled with a particular focus on our tourists, and distributed in Hotels around the island.

Thank you for reading, Nicholas Gibbs, Editor

The Month Starts Here!  Continuing throughout

 Oktoberfest, Factory Bar and Smokehouse, Montecristo, see article for details

 Cinema ‘Three Billboards

outside Ebbing, Missouri’,

the newspaper you will find details of events, activities, & a day by day diary of what’s on around Ibiza.

Can Jeroni Cultural Centre,, 8.30pm, free entrance

Sat 6  3rd Volunteer Party—

Ibiza, Placa d’Antoni Albert I Nieto, from 11am with children's workshops, concerts, magic and folk dancing

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Thu 4  Cala Llonga Hippy Market with live music from Just Dennis

 Ibiza Wellness Day, Club Diario de Ibiza, Ibiza Town, see article for more details

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Boats Ibiza. Possibly The Best Workers & Residents Offer We’ve Ever Seen

Tennis Lessons for Children in English, French, Dutch & Spanish  New Viva Tennis

School with a tennis coach from Belgium

 Experienced and

professional coaching  Tennis training in French, English, Dutch or Spanish  Small groups to provide better attention for each child  Sport training tailored to age and any skill level  Improving discipline, physical fitness and building self-confidence San Antonio’s Viva Tennis have announced the availa-

bility of Tennis lessons for children—delivered by their newly arrived multilingual coach.

Lessons can be individual, in private groups, or by joining one of the established classes.

Viva owners Tom and Edyta are friendly sorts, always keen to help accommodate an individual child’s needs. Get in touch for a chat to discuss the options available.

Call 971 803 131 or via their website vivatennisibiza.com

We all like a bit of locals’ discount right? And to the tourists reading this, please understand it would be pretty difficult to live here without it.

But though a euro or two off your drinks may be welcome, the good people at Boats Ibiza have taken discount to another level.

Get together with 8, or 11, of your mates, and for 50€ a head you can get yourself a half day Sunseeker Charter— including Open Bar, and Local Fuel.

Where’s the catch?

That was our first thought too. But there isn’t one.

As Jane from the Boats Ibiza office explained, “we’ve had a cracking summer. The boats are still in service in October though obviously it is not so busy. It was one of the

skippers had the idea. He suggested we let residents and workers fill in our gaps. We all thought it was a great idea. Our way to give something back at the end of summer.”

In Plain English Here it is.

The 40 foot Comanche is for 9 people at 50€ each, so 450€ for the half day.

The 47 foot Camargue is for 12 people at 50€ each, so 600€ for the half day.

Both offers include an open bar—all drinks are free.

Both offers include local fuel—so that will get you to Cala Bassa, Cala Conta, or the other way to Cala Salada, Punta Galera & Margarita islands.

Upgrades.

Both deals can be upgraded if you

wish, and at these prices, why wouldn’t you. For example going over to Formentera would add 200€ to the total price, or you could have a full day 8 hour trip for 100€ each.

You can of course go with less people, you just share the cost of the trip between however many of you there are.

Best bet, show this to your boss. have them pay, and end up with the best Ibiza end of season work party you’ve ever had.

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Health Asian Tiger Mosquito Pictured left, the adult Asian Tiger Mosquito females bite aggressively.

They do not follow the same rule as other mosquito species and will bite any time of the day indoor or out.

Males do not bite and feed on blood. Instead, they get their energy from plant nectars and other sweet substances.

Asian Tiger Mosquitoes are about 2 to 10 mm length with a striking white and black pattern sunscreen to allow for the reduction in SPF caused by DEET repellent.

DEET is not recommended for use in infants below 2 months of age.

DEET can be used in pregnancy at a lower concentration of 50% may also be used in breast feeding and for infants and children over two months of age.

Concentrations of below 20% DEET are not considered to be appropriate in any circumstance. DEET can cause damage to some synthetic materials e.g. plastics, nylon. Contact between synthetic materials and DEET should be avoided.

Mosquitoes, A Survival Guide  Rhian King They are pesky little blighters that cannot be avoided here in Ibiza. Some people are more prone to the mosquito’s vampire-esc tendencies than others – this can be your blood type; O’s are tastier than A’s, how often you wash; mosquitoes like the lactic acid in sweat or the type of perfume/aftershave you are wearing.

With so much advice and a whole host of products out there for the prevention of the annoying little insects, which do you follow?

Prevention Avoidance of being bitten is your biggest protection. This can be by using insect repellents, nets or simply covering up. Some products are more effective than others and whereas the anti-mosquito bands are practical, they have a temporary effect and some provide only local protection.

There are many tings you can do to aid in your protection, the most effective is using an insect repellent, but here are a few others:

 Cover Up Covering up with clothing reduces the amount of skin that can be bitten, easier said than done in this heat, but clothing can be thin, loose and light weight. Remember that any exposed skin will still be attractive.

 Get a Net This may not be practical if you’re holidaying here, but remember for little ones in pushchairs/cots, a net can be the safest way of protecting them.

Nets should be tucked under mattresses to avoid entry of insects into the bedding area. Whilst sleeping under the net it is important not to sleep against the net as mosquitoes can still bite through it.

 Indoor Protection Mosquito screens are effective in keeping the insects out, as long as there are no holes or gaps.

Rooms that are airconditioned are considered to be sealed, making insect entry into rooms less likely.

Pyrethroid products such as plug ins or candles may also be used. Most provide protection even with windows open. Be careful with plug ins and candles around children.

 Insecticides These are effective immediately but will need to be used on a regular basis. As with any insecticide you should spray the room and leave it with the door closed for 10 minutes.

Symptoms & Treatment It’s likely the first time you notice you’ve been bitten will be when you scratch the affected area. Here are the main symptoms:  A puffy, white bump appearing a few minutes after the bite often with a small red dot in the middle of the bump

 A hard, reddish bump, or bumps, that shows up about a day after a bite

 Swelling around the bites  Small blisters instead of hard bumps  Dark spots that look like bruises  In children and people with immune system disorders, mosquito bite symptoms may include:

 A large area of swelling and redness  Low-grade fever  Hives  Swollen lymph nodes  Headache

 Severe Symptoms People who spend a great deal of time outdoors or already have compromised or weak immune systems are especially susceptible to mosquito bites.

More severe symptoms include:  Blistering rashes  Bruises  Excessive swelling  Anaphylaxis  Hives  Asthma attack

 Bite Treatment Don’t scratch. This may seem impossible, but scratching will only make the itch worse. When the mosquito bites, its releases histamine and histamine causes itching. The more you scratch, the more histamine that gets released and the more it itches.

After receiving a mosquito bite, a cold compress can be applied to the affected area in order to reduce swelling.

Mild antihistamines and anti-itching compounds relieve itching. Anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen or naproxen can also be used. A paste made from baking soda and water may prove effective, as will calamine lotion.

If you are concerned about a bite you can visit a chemist and seek advice there. If you are experiencing any of the severe symptoms seek medical advice.

Insect Repellents  DEET (N,N-Diethyl-m-tolumide) DEET has been in use as an insect repellent for around 50 years and it is available in different concentrations ranging from 20% up to 100%. The duration of protection varies depending on the concentration chosen. 20% DEET will give protection 1 to 3 hours, 30% DEET can last up to six hours and 50% can last up to 12 hours.

When sunscreen and DEET are used together, DEET should be applied after sunscreen. The effectiveness of repellent reduces more rapidly than sunscreen, therefore, repellent may have to be reapplied on top of sunscreen.

If using sunscreen and repellent together, use SPF 30-50

 Icaridin (Picaridin) Icaridin (KBR3023) (1piperidinecarboxylic acid, 2-(2 hydroxyethyl)-,1-methyl- propylester) is reported to have repellent properties comparable to DEET. Icaridin is available in various concentration. A preparation of at least 20% is recommended for those opting to use this repellent for mosquito bite prevention. Manufacturer’s instructions should be followed.

Lemon Eucalyptus (p-menthane 3,8 diol, or PMD) Lemon eucalyptus gives about the same protection as 15% DEET but it is reported to provide a shorter period of protection than DEET.

 3-ethlyaminopropionate (IR3535) 3-ethlyaminopropionate (IR3535) has a shorter duration of protection than DEET which gives protection times against Anopheles 20 to 25% higher than IR3535 at equal concentrations.

 Oil of Citronella Oil of citronella products contain repellent properties although these are very short lived. They are not recommended for use against mosquito bite protection.

 Do’s and Don’ts Always follow instructions when applying insect repellent to children.  Do not use insect repellent on babies younger than 2 months old.  Do not apply insect repellent directly onto a child’s hands, eyes, mouth, and cut or irritated skin. Apply to the hands and rub on avoiding the above areas.  Do not use products containing oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or para-menthane-diol (PMD) on children under 3 years old.

Unreliable Protection There are a number of measures cited as protective against mosquito bites which are unreliable:  Herbal remedies – experts advise against relying on herbal remedies as there is no evidence of their effectiveness.  Homeopathy – again, there is no evidence of its effectiveness  Buzzers – buzzers that emit high frequency sound waves are considered completely ineffective.  Vitamin B1 and Vitamin B12 – there is no evidence that these repel mosquitoes.

Mosquito Facts  Studies have suggested blood type (particularly type O), pregnancy and beer drinking all make you marginally more attractive to mosquitoes.  Mosquitoes rest in dark, humid places like under the sink, in cupboards, under furniture, or in the laundry room. Outside they’ll rest under patio furniture, or under a carport or garage.  Mosquitoes struggle in strong winds – using air conditioning or sitting near a fan will give you some relief from them.  Mosquitoes are attracted to dark colours, so wearing light coloured clothing should help

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Agenda Ibiza Markets Sant Jordi Flea Market  8am-3pm, Saturdays, All Year, The Hippodrome Since 1995 a place where residents meet to sell their second hand treasures, and retailers sell their stock.

One of the most cosmopolitan places on the island, a place to haggle, socialize and have fun.

In this genuine flea market you will find clothes, books, old magazines, records.. and if you don't find what you are looking for you can always taste one of the bocadillos that Ramonet and Vicent prepare in the big saloon, where early riser buyers and sellers enjoy the beautiful view of the sunrise while having breakfast.

Ibosim’s OktoberFest  Friday 5th October  Port Des Torrent Ibiza’s very own craft brewery Ibosim are celebrating Oktoberfest on Friday with some very special offers.

FREE BEER! There, that should have got your attention. The only catch is that you’ll have to turn up in lederhosen to get your free pint. Fear not, if the

Mercadillo de Sant Joan

idea of looking like, well like a bloke in lederhosen, doesn’t sound worth a free pint, you can still get a pint for the price of a half during ‘hoppy hour’, 6.00pm to 8.30pm.

In addition, and until closing, special discounts for liquidation of stocks, oh my (hic!). cervezaibosim.com

 10am-4pm, Sundays, All Year, San Juan Ecological and hand-made products. There are very few villages in Ibiza that retain that peaceful atmosphere, that local ambiance, that mix of cultures.

Tourists sitting next to old ibizencos, hippies talking to payesas, payesas selling their garden products and home made wine, plus live music, jugglers, and many other surprises ... simply beautiful.

Cala Llonga Hippy Market  From 6pm, Thursdays, Promenade, Cala Llonga The market takes place every Thursday evening from 6pm with an array of locally hand crafted articles such as clothes, jewellery, trinkets, pottery and much more, produced by some of Ibiza's finest artisans all at reasonable prices.

Located on the promenade it's a perfect place to wander along under the evening stars while listening to live music, looking for a perfect gift, souvenir or personal treat.

Mercat de Forada  10am-4pm, Saturdays, All Year, Can Tixedo,

Buscastell, San Antonio Ecological and local produce market with live music, a great initiative where you can buy ecological produce at low-prices, supporting local Ibizan small producers.

First class products, paellas at lunch time, books, antiques, live music....this is a little sample of what you´ll find in Forada.

Las Dalias Hippy Market  10am-dusk, Saturdays, Night Market 7pm-1am

Mondays, San Carlos With origins going back to 1954, the market proper started in 1985 with five stalls. Since then it has gathered artisans from all over the world, filling the Market with colour and fantasy.

Now hosting over 200 stalls selling everything from fashion, and jewellery to art and decoration.

Punta Arabi Hippy Market  Hours Vary, Wednesdays, April-October Established in 1973, more than 500 craftsmen and artists offer a variety of their unique creations: crafts, fashion, jewellery, natural cosmetics and more.

All surrounded by performances from musicians, artists and living statues.

Sant Josep Artisan Market  Saturdays from 9.30am until October 20th A market with handcrafted, local and organic products.

A meeting point for the people of our city and for the tourists who visit us every summer where you will be able to buy organic, handcrafted or locally elaborated products.

Also, you will be able to taste the menus prepared by the restaurants of our city.

Art i Mercat  Saturdays 5pm-Midnight, The Ship Square, San

Antonio, A street market with ecological products, art, live music performances and handicrafts, Saturdays,

Sun 7  English Speaking Church of Ibiza & Formentera Sunday Service—details at www.ibizachurch.org

Ibiza Quills Competition  Claire B

 Continued from Page 3  Music theatre ‘Hansel &

Gretel, Can Ventosa Cultural Centre, 6.30pm, tickets 12€ in advance, 15€ box office www.eivissa.es

 Markets: Las Dalias Hippy

Market, Mercat de Forada, local & ecological market, San Jordi Flea Market, San Jose Artisan Market, Art I Mercat artisan market & music

 Dramatised Tours of the

D’alt Vila – Saturdays 7pm Every Saturday take a tour with audio guide round the Dalt Vila. Under

zaro, Santa Eulalia, see article for details

 Funky Monkey, Guarana,

Santa Eulalia, See Advert in At Night Section

 San Juan Market

Ejido, Can Misses Stadium, 11am, Adults from 10€, child from 5€

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Ibiza Quills is organising a Black & Write creative competition. Entries must be Ibiza themed, of any genre, from any age, of any experience and must be submitted by October 21. You can enter:  Short stories, no more than 2,500 words  Poems, no more than 25 lines  Art, send in a photo  Photographs, only B&W. Entering costs €12 and includes all the Ibiza Quills (IQ) membership benefits. Entries will be judged by a panel of experts and there are prizes of €100, €50 and €25, plus Nibs (IQ rewards), goodie baskets and exposure for the winners. Selected entries will be published in Volume 1 of the Ibiza Quills ‘Black & Write’ compilation of words and images of Ibiza.

The mission of Ibiza Quills is to nurture creativity, through workshops, writing competitions, talks, wordslams, interesting collaborations, pop-ups, art and poetry. Because they believe that there is more to Ibiza than just music!

Full information and submission form: https:// ibizaquills.com/competition

Sat 6

 Football—UD Ibiza v CD El

 Ibiza Spirit Festival, At-

7s free, 7-16yrs 5€, adults 10€. Discounts for pensioners, families. A deposit of 30€ is required for audio guide lease. To book call 971399232 or email informacioturistica@eivissa.es

 Formetera Watch Tower

Visits, Formentera, 10am1pm, free entry This recently renovated watch tower is open to visitors, take your camera as it has spectacular views, every Saturday

 Long Dresses Ibiza Soli-

darity Gala in aid of the Elena Torres Association, Lio Ibiza, tickets are 100€ and can be purchased on +34 649 435 021

Ibiza Wellness Day  Ibiza Town, 4th October  Claire B Ibiza Wellness Day, an international conference on welfare tourism will be held in the Club Diario de Ibiza in Ibiza Town (near the main police station) on Thursday October 4. It is a day dedicated to promoting wellness tourism on the island, and brings together a wide variety of national and international guests related to wellness tourism. The event will include an analysis of the existing offer and look at some of the most successful examples in the world.

The day ends with a free yoga Masterclass in the port at 18.30 with Verónica Blume and DJ Katy Sainz. It will be vinyasa yoga (dynamic yoga where movements join with breathing) accompanied with spiritual, mystical and tribal sounds. Limited to 100 people.

Ibiza Wellness Day will be of great interest for the wellness professional but also for all those people who are interested in well-being in all its facets: yoga, pilates, food, health, sports, etc., and want to know what is on offer in Ibiza and the new trends of the sector at an international level.

Admission is free upon registration. From 10am to 17.30. Registration and more information at: http:// www.ibizaeswellness.com

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Food & Drink at child prices. The korma was sweet and delicately spiced with generous pieces of chicken and a smiley face on the rice receiving a smile from our youngest reviewer.

Lamb Biriyani The lamb was ‘melt in the mouth’ tender, the rice perfectly cooked and the whole dish not too spicy – until you add the curry sauce it comes with. You can decide the level of heat and when added, it brings the biriyani to life.

Saag Paneer (Spinach & Paneer Cheese) Paneer is a favourite of ours and chef and owner, Vipula’s paneer was simply divine! The first mouthful was creamy to start, followed by a warm feeling in the back of your throat – it’s not spicy, but does leave you feeling like you’ve been hugged. Absolutely recommended, I could have eaten it all night.

Tikka Masala

A Taste of Little India

This vibrant orange dish is very popular and its not hard to see why. Large pieces of tandoori chicken are settled in the creamy, mildly spiced, slightly sweet sauce with hints of aniseed flavour. Perfect for dipping Naan bread.

Aloo Gobi (Cauliflower & Potato) Both the cauliflower and potatoes were cooked to perfection, not too hard but not to soft either, cooked almost dry in the familiar turmeric-based sauce with onions. Yet another vegetable dish we couldn’t stop eating.

Little India is located on the lower bay road in Cala de Bou and comes highly recommended.

The restaurant has an enclosed terrace, ambient lighting and ‘Bollywood Chill’ playing while you dine. The amazing smells coming from the kitchen reach down the road on the wind inviting passers-by to come and taste the delights from India and Sri Lanka.

Upon arrival we were immediately offered drinks and poppadum’s while we were choosing our dishes. With so much to choose from and with your mouth watering while reading the menu this is an excellent way to whet your appetite.

brought to our table and the smell was incredible. The chicken was moist and served on the bone with the softest red and green peppers, onions, tomatoes, a small salad garnish and a raita dipping sauce. The spices were honed to perfection making the dish flavoursome but not spicy hot.

Starters

The Mains

Pilau and Boiled Rice & Keema Naan

Tandoori Chicken

Kids Chicken Korma and Rice

The serving plate was still sizzling as the dish was

It’s great to see a child friendly version of a main served

Both rices were fluffy and well defined, the Pilau was aromatic and the plain took no distraction from the se-

Meat Samosas The meat samosas are served with a fresh crisp salad and a raita dipping sauce. The pastry was crisp and the simple meat filling (I’m sure it’s not simple at all) had a subtle hint of mild spice running through it.

Young Ibiza Chef Matías Trelis of Es Ventall is to Represent the Balearics in National Final The young Matías Trelis of the popular Es Ventall restaurant, will represent the Balearic Islands in the National Gastronomy Competition to be held in Zaragoza.

Matias won through the regional phase with a dessert made in the silhouette of Ibiza. Its main ingredients are carob, almond and peach.

Matias admits to having some nerves in the competition.

At only 20 years old, he felt a little intimidated when competing in the preliminary stage organized by the Association of Chefs in the Balearic Islands (Ascaib), since he had to face much more experienced professionals.

But, of the eight chefs selected in the pastry section of the Balearic Gastronomy contest held on Monday in Palma, the jury opted for his creation, 'Ibiza'.

The desert is based on a crumble of carob flour formed into a silhouette of the island. On it, he deposits a "false

carob", elaborated with the liqueur of the fruit, liquid cream of peach and then bathed in carob chocolate.

The dessert is accompanied by ice cream with bitter almond milk and "a details related to Ibiza, such as toasted almonds, figs and Ibizan herbs".

In the national final Matias will present the Ibiza dish again, but must also prepare another desert based on the regional flavours of Aragon.

But the young chef is letting this triumph sink in before he moves on to planning the next dish.

“Only a day ago I won the contest and I can not believe it, now I have 20 days to think about another dessert.”

Chicken Ceylon The chicken Ceylon is one of my favourites at Little India. It’s creamy, slightly sour, quite spicy with plentiful pieces of chicken and lemongrass. Your taste buds will savour every mouthful and I cannot recommend this dish highly enough.

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Food & Drink

lection of curries and flavours. The keema Naan is a very large size with plenty of mince filling and rolled out thinly – it was an absolutely delicious accompaniment.

Summary It’s not hard to summarise. Everything tasted gorgeous.

All of the food that we tried at Little India was well balanced, nothing was ridiculously spicy, and everything was packed with flavour in various subtle spice combinations.

Little India is open daily from 6pm with last orders being taken at 11.30pm until the end of October.

From November Vipula and his team will continue to open weekends to ensure you get that authentic curry fix.

Takeaway orders can be taken over the phone for collection.

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San Antonio  Mar 5 MAR 5 is an elegant venue near the port of San Antonio. On the first floor the restaurant has a wonderful terrace where you can enjoy their Argentinian grill menu. Serving the very best cuts of meat and delicious fish along with their famous homemade desserts - a treat for the palate.

The ground floor is for lovers, lovers of gin and tonic and a party, and if you are with somebody you love, all the better.

Open until 05:00 am, it offers a variety of musical alternatives: from R & B, House and Techno to Flamenco or Salsa.

Summer hours; kitchen 7pm-3am, Club 7pm-5am.

Welcome To San An  Photo: The irrepressible Tony Pike and friend, Cala Salada, San Antonio. By Nick Gibbs For two thousand years, San Antonio—or Sant Antoni de Portmany to give it the correct local Catalan name-was a small fishing village that rose from the Roman natural harbour Portus Magnus, but it began to grow in the late 1950s when many hotels and tourist resorts were built as part of a mass tourism initiative which took place across Spain. As the number of tourists grew, the development of bars, hotels and other tourist infrastructure spread right around to the other side of San Antonio bay, as far as Cala de Bou which lies in the adjacent municipality of Sant Josep de sa Talaia.

As with Ibiza island as a whole, San Antonio has struggled with its own identity in recent years. Though still a vibrant party port, traditionally considered as Ibiza’s gateway for its younger tourists, the local government are taking controversial measures to curb excess with the aim of shaking off what it considers a damaging image portrayed in the UK media following fly on the wall reality shows. Much of this has focussed on the West End, the town centre blocks with the most raucous reputation, which the Town Hall says it wants to reclaim for its citizens.

We will not dwell on the town’s politics beyond a level that may affect your holiday, and away from late night revelry there is plenty to make San An the number one choice for its legions of returning tourists.

The ‘Paseo’ (promenade) now runs the entire length of the town, from cala des Moro in the North, past Ses Variades open ground, along the length of the world famous Sunset Strip, then along the marina front and fine pedestrianised spec of the Fountains, and then around and along San Antonio’s main s’Arenal beach and onto the huge success that is Ocean Beach club. Plans are underway to extend it around the complete bay in coming years.

San Antonio is home to four of the island’s superclubs. Eden and Es Paradis sit opposite each other in the town, and both Privilege and Amnesia a few kilometres away on the borough outskirts.

Also outside the town, to its north, is San Antonio’s greatest secret: the beauty of Santa Agnes offers visitors the opportunity to see what we feel is the area of Ibiza least affected by commercialisation and development. A wonderful corner of natural splendour.

 The elegant first floor grill restaurant at Mar5  David’s Pizzeria David’s is renowned for its Italian-French cuisine and they have a vast menu, including 35 different pizzas to choose from, plus the option of turning any one into Calzone.

But if pizza’s not your thing, they also have a selection of pastas, salads, fish and meat dishes to tempt you.

David’s also offer a takeaway service and a menu del dia for 12.50€, available till 8.30pm .

 Tulp Beach Café Tulp Beach Café is located right on San Antonio’s beachfront Promenade. An oasis of bohemian chic laid back cool, it is our default choice for daytime calm, and a regular one for nigh time fun too.

Tulp offer an extensive drink and cocktail selection, and a menu to suit every appetite from a tasty tapas to Dutch and international meals. Tulp has spectacular sunset views, and cosy front row booths can be booked online via their website.

See front page advert for details.

Both names mean salty bay! Both are connected to each other by a path along the coast with a panoramic view of this magnificent natural environment. From these beaches you can see Sa Conillera, the largest of Ibiza’s small islands.

 S’Arenal Platja des Regueró (the name referrers to the stream that has its mouth on this beach), but most people know it as the beach of Sant Antoni or S’Arenal. It is 650 metres long and only 20 metres wide. Its fine toasted sands, usually calm waters, and central position in this touristic area attracts loads of people. You can practice various water sports at this beach.

 Cala des Moro Caló des Moro, right at the end of the Sunset Strip. It is only 45 metres long and perhaps not one of Ibiza’s most beautiful beaches, but it is a great place to watch the sunset from!

 San Antonio’s main s’Arenal Beach

 Playa Pouet Platja des Pueto or Pouet(beach of the small well). It is 190 metres long and 40 wide and has clear-coloured fine sands.

Beaches San Antonio has one main beach, s’Arenal, and two small beaches, playa pouet and cala des moro. We have also listed two beaches just north of the town in the San Antonio municipality, gracio and salada.

In addition the beaches of San Antonio Bay and Cala Bassa are easily accessible from the water taxis running throughout the day from the San Antonio marina front.

 Cala Gracio & Cala Gracioneta These beaches are characterized by their small dimensions (they are about 50 metres long), fine-grained white sand, being surrounded by pine forests with some edifications, the absence of strong winds, crystal clear waters and a very gentle slope.

 Cala Saladeta & Cala Salada Cala Saladeta, 40 metres long and 25 wide, together with its big sister, Cala Salada, which is 75 metres long and 20 in width, are part of the same u-shaped sea inlet, between cliffs.

Food & Drink

 Made with love; Tulp offer a fine cocktail selection  La Cantina Portmany La Cantina is a bar and restaurant right on San Antonio’s fountains square. A local legend, it has stood in the same spot and run by the same family since way back when it was by some way the biggest building on the waterfront in what was an unrecognisable San Antonio.

With a pedigree of such distinction, you won’t find a better place for a traditional Paella or some fresh caught local fish.

But it also offers far more. The La Cantina kitchen is also

See adverts on facing page, front page & food and drink page for contacts, hours, and location.

 Tapas Restaurant and Lounge Bar One top tip to start with—it is best to book. Tapas is one of the most popular places to eat in San An, and in the height of summer you may have quite a wait to get seated if you haven't booked in advance.

Tapas is all about global flavours, but served in a traditional Spanish Tapas style of small plates perfect for sharing. They have a fantastic range of vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free options on the menu too.

 Mambo No trip to Ibiza is complete without a sunset on the strip, and if you want to do it in the finest style, Mambo has to be the place to go. Their terrace enjoys spectacular views of the sunset, and you’ll be entertained by some of the world’;s top DJs with Mambos nightly pre-party warm up.

 San Antonio’s La Cantina Portmany in the 1930s

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The Sunset Strip/Sunset A San Antonio sunset must be on the ‘must do’ list of most tourists coming to Ibiza. If it isn’t on yours, add it now.

The sunset strip is the world famous home to the setting sun like no other. Home to Café Mambo and its adjacent siblings Savannah, Mint and Fresh among others, settling back with a view of the setting sun, Mojito in hand, as the DJ plays some Balearic beats is hard to beat. Just remember to put your phone down long enough to experience it yourself.

home to 3 specialist chefs each taking care over their respective Thai, Indian and TexMex division.

 Bondi One of our favourite people watching spots, situated on San Antonio’s fountains promenade, Bondi is the perfect place to watch the world and Ibiza’s many colourful characters go by.

Bondi offers a modern approach to its food & drink selection including great healthy and vegan options, and the grilled meats from their Josper sealed barbeque are sublime.

Entertainment

 Eden Eden’s no expense spared refit has resulted in a club at the forefront of its peers, but retaining the legendary status as one of Ibiza’s seven-sisters superclubs.

That no expense spared also ran to a Void sound system that is not only one of the best in Ibiza, but worldwide. A flagship Void install, in the right hands the music at Eden will make you feel music as you have never felt it before.

See our ‘At Night’ and ‘Agenda’ sections for what’s on.

 Plastik Plastik holds top spot as San Antonio’s premier pre-party bar.

Putting the VIP experience within reach of non-VIP pockets,

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Of course things are a little more pricey there than elsewhere, that is to be expected, but factor in that the strip hosts some of the world’s biggest DJs playing pre-party sets with no entrance fee, and the price starts to sound a whole lot more reasonable.

It is not just the strip that affords the sunset experience. Bars such as Tulp on the s’Arenal beach are also a great location, and for a truly magical experience a boat charter at sunset is very special, with all the boats coming together just of the strip to soak up the atmosphere from your own superstar for a day cruiser.

it is the perfect place to experience some style for a night out, or as a party starter for later clubbing.

Plastik’s masterful resident DJs are joined most nights of the week by headliners from some of Ibiza’s biggest club nights.

Soul City Situated at the foot of the West End, Soul City is an oasis of urban disproving the myth that Ibiza is all about house music.

Get grime, hip hop, some dnb, rnb, and not a 4 4 beat in sight.

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 Savannah As with its sister Mambo along the strip, it is difficult to know whether to put Savannah in food or drink or entertainment— both are winners in our book.

On the food front we consider their Lobster, washed down with a few cocktails for sunset, one of the finest moments you can enjoy in Ibiza. But we plumped for entertainment as Savannah have a great line up of local legend DJs in their backroom this year. Offering a far more informal and intimate alternative to the super-clubs, it’s a worthy choice for your late night dancing needs.

Things to Do  Viva Tennis With 5 top quality courts (2 clay, 3 artificial grass), a bar, pool, sun-terrace and beautiful garden Viva Tennis is the essential destination on Ibiza to play tennis and relax with friends.

Whether you are a complete beginner or regular player their team of international coaches can improve anyone’s game.

 Funfair During the main summer season there is a small funfair on Avenue Dr Fleming—dodgems, a swirly whirly thing, and its next door neighbour the towering slingshot.

 Boat Trips There are many boat trips available from the marina waterfront kiosks, and water taxis across to the beaches of the bay, Cala Salada and others. A good choice to keep the children occupied is the Cap Blanc Marine Aquarium.

 For many more things to do, see the Agenda pages

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San José Ibiza Town

Bora Bora

Aguamar Hï Ushuaïa The Southern coast of San José affords some of the most spectacular coastal scenery

Hard Rock

Sant Josep de sa Talaia

Playa Den Bossa

San José is Ibiza’s southern most municipality, and without doubt its most diverse.

The village from which the municipality takes its name is inland on the main road that runs as an artery through the district, with its many beaches accessible from its spurs. At one end of the road there is the vibrant melting post that is Playa D’en Bossa which has seen huge redevelopment in recent years, now home to some of Ibiza’s coolest clubs and hotels including Hard Roack Hotel, Ushuaia, and the new super-club Hi, located in the old Space building.

South from Bossa you find the airport and then the natural splendour of the salt flats and the Ses Salinas national park.

Around its southern waist are many beaches including Es Cavalet, which is popular with nudists, Ses Salinas which has many cool bars, Cala Jondall which is home to the exclusive Blue Marlin, and the secluded beauty of Es Cubells.

Keep going around the cost and there is the magical Es Vedra, followed by bays and coves popular with the island’s motor cruisers and water sportspeople. Finally you come to the San Jose’s municipality side of what most people thing of as part of San Antonio, Cala de Bou, or as many holiday companies call it. San Antonio Bay, popular with British families but also itself

going through something of a transformation with many big budget refurbishments in recent years.

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Ibosim Brewhouse, Port Des Torrent Tough to know whether to list Ibosim brewhouse in ‘food & drink’ or ‘things to do’. As bars are hardly in short supply in Ibiza, and Ibosim offers so much more, we decided on the latter. Ibosim is the first and only beer produced in Ibiza.

Visit the brewery and enjoy a worthy range of craft beers on the taproom terrace, or take it a step further and ask about their brewery tours. Ibosim are 50m from Port des Torrent beach.

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Island of Bes Ibiza derives its name from the god, Bes, brought along with the first Phoenician settlers in 654 BC. Bes was said to drive off all evil, and amazed at the lack of any sort of venomous creatures on the island, the Phoenicians thought it to be the island of Bes. The name was then developed by the Romans as Ebusus, from which the modern Eivissa (Catalan) and Ibiza (Castellano Spanish) derive.

Since he drove off evil, Bes also came to symbolize the good things in life – music, dance, and sexual pleasure. So that all seems to have worked out pretty well really.

Buddha Buddha

Many faces of San José. Left David Guetta at Ushuaia, Centre Unspolit Es Cubells, Right Sunset Over the Salinas Salt Flats

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Agenda Oktoberfest  Factory Bar and Smokehouse, 5th October  Claire B Friday October 5 sees Ibiza’s very own Oktoberfest at the Factory Bar and Smokehouse, organised in conjunction with Ibiza Style. On offer will be Paulaner, traditional German beer and Bavarian delicacies plus fun and entertainment for all the family. The large room and the terrace will be turned into a beer tent and fruit schnapps will be available as well as copious amounts of beer. On the menu will be lots of Bavarian snacks and several hearty dishes. The hors d’oeuvre plate includes meatballs (rissoles) made with fresh obatzda (a Bavarian cheese delicacy and beer garden staple), smoked trout fillet, radishes, gherkins and freshly baked pretzels. No Oktoberfest would be complete without sausages – there will be genuine Weißwürste (white sausages) with sweet mustard, small Nuremberger roast sausages with sauerkraut and authentic Thüringer bratwurst. Munich-style potato salad will also be served. The promised highlights, however, are the suckling pig knuckles and the meat loaf, and for dessert, warm apple strudel with vanilla custard.

Then, depending on how you feel, you can either burn these calories off with some sporting fun and games or by taking part in the tug of war, trying your luck at the coconut shy, playing darts, or Schuhplattler dancing on the Oktoberfest grounds beside the marquee.

From midday to midnight. Free entrance.

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Mon 8  Las Dalias Night Market

Tue 9  Open Mic Session hosted

by Paddy Slater, Donnegans, San Antonio Bay, from 10pm

Wed 10  Punta Arabi Hippy Market with live Cuban music from Kandela Mi Son at 2pm

Thu 11  Cala Llonga Hippy Market with live music from Just Dennis

 Cinema Santa Eulalia

‘Chappaquiddick’ 6.30pm, English with Spanish subtittles

Fri 12  Closing Party Melon

Bomb @ Pikes. Melon Bomb DJs plus special guest Steve Frogatt. From 8 around the pool then into Freddie’s from 10.

Free with guest list from: https://pikesibiza.com

 Cinema Santa Eulalia

‘Chappaquiddick’ 6.30pm, English with Spanish subtittles

 Ibiza Light Festival. Port

of Ibiza and La Marina district in Ibiza Town.

From 8pm, see article for details

 Live music ‘Pin Up Sound’,

La Mezcalería Mexiterránea (Ctra. San Carlos km. 9,3), from 9pm, enjoy boogie, swing, 40s jazz in a totally vintage style

 Fiesta Cala de Bou  8pm—Folk dances

by the Grup Folklòric de Sant Agustí

 8:30pm—Proclamation

of the fiestas by Alva-

Ibiza People Ana Olivia Fiol, Writer  Sophia Valentine asks people from all walks of Ibiza life about their work, their life, and their own Ibiza story.  Photo by Alberto García-Alix  SV: Hi! Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what it is you do?

AOF: I'm a writer. Actually, I have been working as a ghostwriter for 14 years. In this time I've published 13 books but it's all I can explain about this, due to my confidentiality agreements. But I have just launched my own book, the first one I've written with my real name, and this is also the first erotic novel located in Ibiza ever. It's called "La isla de ámbar" and it was presented in Ibiza in the 27th o July.  SV: How did you come to either live / holiday in Ibiza, and how long have you lived on / been visiting the island?

AOF: I was born in Ibiza at Christmas at the beginning of the 80's. I have been 17 years living out of the island (Barcelona and Menorca) but I've returned to the island some months ago, and it has been the best choice I could ever made.

SV: Where's your favourite place in Ibiza to visit of a  day time?

AOF: I love to take a walk around the narrow streets of Dalt Vila, but if I had choose a beach to spend the day I will go to Salinas to sail and to practice kayak or paddle surf... I hope Sant Josep's City Hall could next season amend the mistakes they made this year related to the Sailing Club.  SV: Where's your favourite place in Ibiza to visit of a night time?

AOF: I love to go to Cinerama Dorado, the open air cinema by the sea in the hotel Santos Ibiza. I also adore the "Rock Nights" parties at Pikes! In fact, I love all the parties managed by Pikes Hotel. I think it is one of the best places to have fun in Ibiza.

SV: What advice would you give someone wanting to  live or work a season in Ibiza?

AOF: Anyone who wants to come to Ibiza first should apply common sense. Here we have a big problem with the lack of available apartments and the excess of cars. So it would be better to have people who can help you, giving support from the island before coming here. I hope this situation could change soon, achieving a better place to everyone.

SV: What advice would you give someone wanting to:  write a book

AOF: First of all you have to read a lot of books from a wide range of genres. Everyday. I've found people asking me how to start to write a book, not as a personal challenge to achieve, just to be able to show off. And they didn't want to accept that anyone should invest a lot of time and effort learning and becoming a real writer. I think this is the wrong way. You have to create and build your project step by step, moving forward while you feel that you are growing with every new line, every new scene. If you are picturing yourself as a bestseller and this is your only motivation, it would be so hard to arrive anywhere.

 School at La Nave 2017 with Keith Haring. Photo — Vitorino

School at La Nave  Ses Salinas  Claire B The art gallery La Nave in Salinas in collaboration with Ibiza City Council presents the 2nd edition of their educational project ‘School at La Nave’ (Escola a La Nave), which extends the current exhibition of video works by Bill Viola to primary schools in the area. Running from October 1- 11, between 10am and 1pm, it is aimed at children aged 6 to 11, who will have the opportunity to see at first-hand the work of Bill Viola, the guest artist this summer.

Bill Viola, who was born in New York in 1951, is a pioneer of video art and is interested in all that this discipline offers: time, movement, sound and space ... to introduce the viewer to an artistic experience that stimulates emotions, the sensations and the intellect. He has devoted his career to reflect on the human condition and constantly challenges us to stop, breathe and pay attention to what goes unnoticed in a world that goes too fast.

La Nave Salinas says: “Escola a la Nave, as an educational proposal, represents a great opportunity for the students, since in addition to living an artistic experience as they have never lived before, they will be able to work, from the sensations and the use of the body and of space, its capacity of attention and its imagination. We understand that all girls and boys have enough tools to connect with art and live it beyond the conventions that limit it. Our objective with this workshop is that the children can have a complete experience of which they feel they are participants and become active spectators intellectually and emotionally.”

Last year, 500 schoolchildren from 6 schools in Eivissa participated in the program. It is a completely free activity, financed by the Ibiza Town Council. Schools interested in participating can send an email to: educacio@eivissa.es Gallery owner Lio Malca says that, “it is a pleasure for me and our entire team at La Nave Salinas to extend Bill Viola’s exhibition two more weeks so that Eivissa’s schoolchildren can participate and enjoy this non-profit cultural project made by and for the island and its visitors. Encouraging interest in art from an early age and opening the doors of La Nave to schoolchildren, bringing them closer in a close and playful way to artists as important in the artistic creation as Bill Viola, is without a doubt the best way to dismiss 2018 season and start working on the 2019 exhibition”.

In addition, La Nave Salinas is extending the Bill Viola exhibition for two more weeks, until October 13. Two of his most acclaimed works, ‘Fire Woman’ and ‘Tristan’s Ascension’ (The Sound of a Mountain Under a Waterfall), are presented on a 22-foot high screen with an impressive sound system that envelops the viewer in a transformative experience. The new visiting hours are from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Saturdays, from 10 am to 6 pm. More information about the work and the gallery is on the website: www.lanavesalinas.org and on Facebook – La Nave Salinas

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 9pm—Flamenco

dances by the Lola Pachón and Mili students

 10pm—Show

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 Ibiza Light Festival. Port

of Ibiza and La Marina district in Ibiza Town.

From 8pm, see article for details

 The XVIII Folklore Exhibition of the city of Ibiza (Mostra Folklòrica Ciutat

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Community Jim Bailey, Cala Llonga 28th September —4th October 2018 ARIES - Five of Cups

You’re never one to hang about if feeling unappreciated so best you don’t look back on what might have been. Cut your losses and stride forward to a brighter, better future. Much water has passed under the bridge regarding events that transpired last year; hanging on to resentment will only bring you more of the same. Forgive and release.

TAURUS - Ten of cups

This card’s so in its element in sensual Taurus. What's not to love about you this month? Others seek your company, with one or two of them proving useful allies especially where aspirations lay career wise; they can help to turn dreams into realities. Romantically you'll be beating them off with a stick but be careful not upset the applecart!

GEMINI - The Wheel of Fortune

Hold on to your hat Gemini; be prepared for a hectic month.

Juggling personal and professional engagements will be stressful at times. You like to think you're master or mistress of your own ship however, be prepared for others to cause unexpected excitement or drama in your life. You alone must decide if this is a good or bad thing!

CANCER - The World

Your world is probably much more intimate than other signs. If all ticks along nicely with no cloud on the horizon; then all’s good. You’ve decided that change is the only way forward. This is down to a desire for more sweeping life changes. You’re preparing the ground for future success; therefore, are having a more confident approach to life.

LEO - Five of Wands

Wands are ruled by the element of fire as is LEO which makes for a sensitive and combustible month. This is however, a healing time as you finally get to grips with clearing the emotional baggage that's recently cramped your style. By all means clear the air but use some humour not a blow torch to get your point across.

VIRGO - Justice

A month to do a number of things that hopefully brings a sense of balance and perspective to life. However, you’re in the mood to settle old scores and are heartily fed up with those who ignore warnings not to cross your moral line.

Review lifestyle choices; is it time to look into better health, diet and fitness regimes?

LIBRA - Six of Cups

Close friendships and relationships will mean so much to you this month and you'll have a greater understanding of why the ones you love are in your life. Single Libra’s could even meet and be attracted to someone who's not normally their type and may have the curious feeling that they’ve met them before. It's a Karma drama!

SCORPIO - Four of Cups

You’d be right to be cautious over committing to what looks like a great opportunity this month. The indications are that a brighter prospect is heading your way and by jumping into something through desperation will only lead to later regrets and a sense of having missed out. Don’t be so anxious; be discerning and have more faith.

SAGITTARIUS - Knight of Wands

Take opportunities to travel; especially for career or to further your education. The people you meet and what you will learn could end up having a big impact on your future.

Creative Sagittarians do especially well this month as others are more than willing to back your bright ideas. New business opportunities will also flourish, and colleagues have your back.

CAPRICORN - Three of Disks

Ambitious Capricorns need to take a close look at exciting business; especially if it means going into partnership with one or more people. Although there is definitely money to be made, make sure you read the small print before signing any legally binding documents. Also, make sure you're able to commit the time and finances to make new ventures succeed.

AQUARIUS - Seven of cups

Expect the unexpected this month Aquarius - in a good way.

This is a fortuitous time when new opportunities are being presented almost on a daily basis. You must however, crack on with the projects in-hand if you are to see the signs of success. With so much heading your way though, it’s hard to decide what to do first!

PISCES - Temperance

Keep a clear head regarding business matters. It's good to have a dream, but you are still in the planning stage and more patience is required before you roll out the next phase of a venture. Be assured you are on the right track; and if you believe in angels, there are a few around in human form this month.

Jim Passed away on 13th September.

His funeral is in England but a memorial service is to be held for Jim Bailey at the open-air church at the side of the Pueblo Esparragos in Cala Llonga at 11am on Tuesday 9th October.

This will be a brief celebration of Jim’s life.

All of Jim’s friends are invited to this informal event.

For any further information please contact Tony O’Reilly at tonyoreilly@iib.ws

~ Trustee Act 1925 ~ Take Notice ~ VICTORIA JANE IRELAND (Deceased) Pursuant to the Trustee Act 1925 any persons having a claim against or an interest in the Estate of the aforementioned deceased, late of Apartado 98, Es Cubells, 07839, Baleares, Spain, who died on 27th March 2018, are required to send particulars thereof in writing to the undersigned Solicitors on or before two months from the date of this publication, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to claims and interests of which they have had notice.

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 Rev. Dr Peter Pimentel One of the books of the Bible is the letter of James. The author of that book is James the brother of Jesus. Jesus himself didn’t commit his thoughts or teaching to writing. But his brother did. We know that James was sentenced to death by the High Priest Hanan and executed in AD 62. And so, of course, the letter of James must have been written before AD 62.

Josephus tells us that the High Priest Hanan was only High Priest for a few months in AD 62 and that he had James put to death whilst he was High Priest.

Josephus was a contemporary of James. He was a

scholar and historian. Josephus was born in Jerusalem in AD 37 and died in Rome in AD 100. He wrote a book in classical Greek called The Antiquities of the Jews in which he writes that the High Priest, Hanan, “assembled the Sanhedrin of judges and brought before them the brother of Jesus, who was called the Messiah, whose name was James and some of his companions, and when he has formed an accusation against them as breakers of the law he delivered them to be stoned.” (Josephus, Antiquities, 20:9). James doesn’t seem to have been a fol-

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lower of Jesus during Jesus’s lifetime. In fact, the Gospel of Mark shows that James even opposed the healing ministry of Jesus!

Yet we know that James became the leader of Jewish Christianity based in Jerusalem.

Presumably, became a follower of Jesus through the resurrection appearances of Jesus.

James is an anglicized version of his Hebrew name, Yakov. The letter of James is addressed to the Jews dispersed throughout the Roman Empire. “James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: Greetings.” (James

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1:1). Written therefore by a Jew and for the Jews.

James, like Jesus, was a practitioner of spiritual healing. He has an incredible confidence in the healing power of prayer. He says: “Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful?

Let him sing praise. Is anyone among you sick?

Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.

And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up.” (James 5:1315).

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History & Culture A History Of Ibiza c2000 B.C. Dolmen Settlers The megalithic dolmen grave in Ca Na Costa in the North of Formentera originates from around 2,000 B.C. It is the only indication of inhabitants of that time on the Pitiuses. On Ibiza findings of early history were only made sporadically, and it is unknown whether they were left from visitors or settlers of the island. Antic scripts prove that the Pitiuses were well known in antiquity.

Ball Pagès  Es Martell, Ibiza Town ‘With a stroke of castanets this charming and colourful dance begins’.

It is so primitive that even today the exact origin is unknown, though in June 2012 it was declared of Important Cultural significance.

Ball Pagès is a traditional Ibizan & Formentera folk dance of unknown origin which dates back to time immemorial and has been preserved ever since.

This traditional dance is displayed every Saturday from 9pm at "es Martell", (in front of the Corsairs Monument) at Ibiza port.

Here’s a little inside knowledge on this ancient tradition.

The instruments Drum: Elaborated using the wood of the trunk of the pine tree and animal pelt ( usually goat or rabbit) Flute : made from oleander Castanets : made from junipèr "Espasí" : A percussion instrument in the form of a sword ( espasa = sword, espasí= little sword) "Xeremia" : an instrument made from cane

The Costumes  Female Costume A black dress known as a "Gonella", this is the most ancient form of dress and is made from wool and linen.

White dress, made from cotton with a white apron.

Coloured dress, the most recent form, the most "modern", may be accompanied by a "sombrero" (hat), without jewellery.

Manta, with tassels and always worn with the dress.

"Emprendada", gold and silver jewellery worn by women.

"Espardenyes" straw, canvass or faffia footwear.

 Male Costume Black outfit, trousers, shirt or/and jacket White outfit, made from flannel or cotton worn with a beret and a waistcoat with silver buttons.

Toca, a woolen waistband around the waist.

Espardenyes.

The Dance The man calls to the women by playing the castanets. "sa curta" - this element is danced briefly by older members of the community to a gentle rhythm and begins the festivities.

"Sa llarga" - danced to a vigorous and spectacular rhythm, pay attention to the jumps made by men.

Varionts, the "filera", partner-swapping and the nine or twelve "Rodades" ( turns) to bring the festivities to an end.

c700 B.C. Phoenicians The Phoenicians, a seafaring merchant people from Tyros in the Lebanon of today, who had storehouses all over the Mediterranean, establish a base in Sa Caleta in the South West of Ibiza.

654 B.C. Carthaginians The Carthaginians, a people descended from the Phoenicians, who founded an own state in today's Tunisia, build the town Ibosim. The settlement of the island's inland begins.

Under the Carthaginians the natural saltpans on the South coast grow into a regular industry. Numerous ceramic workshops develop. With the construction of temples for the gods Tanit and Bes arts and crafts are cultivated. The trade flourishes and with it the town. On the Puig de Molins the necropolis expands with its subterranean graves over an area of 50 000 square meters. With the Carthaginians the Sabina and the pomegranate tree arrive on the island.

The Carthaginian General Hannibal (246-182 BACK,), who marched with his elephants from the Iberian mainland over the Alps to fight against Rome, is born according to the legend on the small Ibicenco island of La Conejera in front of San Antoni. The same honour is claimed by Minorca.

123 B.C. Romans

the Christians, reaches Medina Iabissa. Lead by the Catalan General Guillerm de Montgri in the name of the Aragon Crown the Christian army beats the Moors and chases them from the Island. The Catalonians baptize Medina Iabissa to the name of Eivissa and name the five districts Pla de Vila, Ses Salines, Portmany, Balanzat, and Quartó des Rei. Later they become the municipalities Eivissa, Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Sant Antoni de Portmany, Sant Miguel de Balanzat, and Santa Eularia des Riu. With the creation of the Balearic Kingdom in 1276 the Pitiuses come under Majorcan administration.

1469 Spain & Pirates The marriage of Isabella I. of Castile and Ferdinand II. of Aragon becomes the foundation stone for a unified Spanish State, which includes the Balearics. Yet the Spanish Crown is far away and the pirates near. The incessant attacks demand many victims. The last inhabitants of Formentera flee to Eivissa and leave their island without a soul. On Ibiza watchtowers are built. In 1555 King Charles I. (who reigns as Charles V. in Germany) has the town wall renovated and bastioned by the Italian master builder Giovanni Battista Calvi. The construction works last thirty years. As elsewhere the population of Ibiza increasingly impoverishes. In 1652 half the town population dies of the plague.

1715 Castilian Spain During the Spanish War of Succession Phillip V of Castile defeats the Hapsburg Charles II. The Balearics fought on the side of the Hapsburgs and are now occupied by the Castilians. The Crown confiscates the salt works, the only industrial source of revenue on the island and abolishes the since 1299 existing autonomous organ of administration, the Universitat, which permitted a relative independence. Castilian becomes the official language and Eivissa receives the name Ibiza. Poverty increases and with it freebooting. To protect themselves from continuous attacks by foreign pirates, Ibicencos choose to be corsair, which means they asked the Crown for a licence for attacking hostile ships.

Only in 1908 did Spain sign the Convention of Paris of 1856 in which other sea powers abolished the privateering of corsairs.

After Rome's victory in the Third Punic war and the destruction of Carthage the Romans conquer Ibosim and name her Ebusus.

During the reign of the Caesar Vespasian the island receives as Municipium Flavium Ebusitanium the right of coinage.

The salt works and the mining of lead near Sant Carles increase in importance. The island finds additional riches with the extraction of the famous purple colour from the abundantly found sea snails. The Romans introduce a caste of bureaucrats, start construction of roads and bridges and intensify the cultivation of wine. Ebusus too was Christianized, when Caesar Constantine (280 - 337 A.D.), after moving the capital of the Roman Empire to Byzantium, declared Christianity as state religion,

The first hotel is built. Ibiza has already the reputation of a paradisiacal island among artists and intellectuals on the Spanish mainland. Slowly she becomes internationally known. Among others the Dadaist Raoul Hausmann, the philosopher Walter Benjamin and the writer Paul Elliott spend longer periods on the island.

426 A.D. Vandals

1936 Civil War

During the migration of the Germanic tribes the East Germanic Vandals under their leader Geiserich invade the Western Mediterranean and found a new state in North Africa taking also Ebusus under their control for a century.

533 Byzantium The East Roman Caesar Justinian destroys the Vandal Empire, Ebusus returns to the control of Byzantium.

711 Moors The Moors defeat the West Goths who had settled on the Spanish mainland, and conquer the Balearic Islands. The remaining West Goths found the Kingdom of Asturia. In the North East the Spanish region with the capital Barcelona develops inside the Empire of the Franks. The internal chaos has consequences for the islands, which suffer from the permanent conquests and the changing authorities.

902 Moors Córdoba The Caliph of Córdoba captures Ebusus and changes her name to Medina Iabissa. Order returns and with it the island flourishes again.

Islam exists as a religion beside Christianity.

The Moors introduce their rich agricultural knowledge; build terraced fields and irrigation systems. They plant orchards, and vegetable gardens. Art and science revive. The island is divided into five administrative districts: Alhaueth, Algarb, Portumany, Benizamid, and Xarch. From 1014 Medina Iabissa belongs to the Caliphate of Dénia.

1235 Aragon Reconquista, the re-conquest of Islamic Spain by

1934 Tourism

The outbreak of the Spanish Civil War in 1936 sets and end to this. On Ibiza the Republicans can only hold out against the fascist Phalange from the 8th of August to the 20th of September 1936. Franco's victory in 1939 is the beginning of the dictatorship in Spain.

1958 Airport & Hippies With the opening of the airport tourism begins on Ibiza, leaving every other industry behind. At first the artists come, then the hippies, then the package tourist and the masses. They bring unexpected prosperity, population increase and a change in the landscape of the Pitiuses.

1975 Democracy Franco dies. Juan Carlos becomes king of Spain and starts the transition to democracy. In 1978 the Constitution is passed. In 1986 Spain becomes a member of the EU. Since 1982 the Balearic Islands are autonomous with an own parliament, where the different Island Councils of Majorca, Minorca and the Pitiuses fight heavily over competencies. In 2007 Ibiza and Formentera receive each their own Island Council. The Catalan language becomes again the official language beside the Castilian, and is more and more used in school education. At the airport both names Ibiza / Eivissa are used.

1999 World Heritage Status The Unesco declares the walled old town of Ibiza, the Necropolis on the Puig des Molins, the rests of the first Phoenician settlement of Sa Caleta, and the Neptune sea grass fields between the Salinas of Ibiza and Formentera as a world heritage sites.

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Live Bands at Can Rock San Antonio Claire B

Privilege Ibiza’s 2018 closing party with Music On San Rafael

Saturday 6 October will bring the perfect finale to a successful 2018 season for the San Rafael giant as it gears up for one last event this summer together with Music On. A night of sheer techno bliss where thousands of people can dance shoulder to shoulder under one immense roof to the sound of Marco Carola, The Martinez Brothers, Paco Osuna, Marco Faraone and more still to be announced..

For this special occasion Privilege opens all doors. Vista Club opens its doors at 18:00 to receive a guest that is still to be announced, and of course Marco Carola´s special sunset set starting at 20:00 until 24:00.

The stadium-esque Main Room welcomes another special guest, starting at 22:00, followed by Marco Faraone at 24:00, Paco Osuna at 02:00 am and a special back to back from techno stalwarts Marco Carola and The Martinez Brothers starting at

4:00 am until the curtain falls on one spectacular 2018 season.

From the huge staircase at the entrance to the massive iconic dome overhead, to the many dance floors, Privilege is one of the few places in the world where you can lose yourself in a labyrinth of rooms, each with its distinct character, all of them with the same electric excitement that ignites the entire club. Be part of the experience on Saturday 6 October.

Can Rock, San Antonio’s latest rock bar in the bay puts on regular live music from local bands and is open throughout the year. There’s usually a band playing on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights but like their Facebook page as some gigs are announced at short notice. Scheduled so far in October are:

Oct 6: Oceans Adrift Oct 11: Dani García Oct 13: Rels Oct 18: Fuel Pressure Regulator Oct 19: NoLo (from Mallorca) Oct 20: National Suicide (Italy) and Messor Oct 25: Churrasco Fighters Oct 26: Magnam Oct 27: Sin Destino Oct 31: Halloween party

Can Rock is at Carrer des Caló, 2. Bar opens at 8pm, bands usually play around 10pm. All gigs are free and food and drinks prices are reasonable. On Facebook – Can Rock.

Closing Parties 2018: The Final Run In Thu 4

F*** Me I'm Famous Closing Party, Pacha, in Room 1 with David Guetta, Robin Schulz, JP Candela and in Room 2 - Pachacha with the Pacha Resident DJs Afterlife Closing Party, Hi Ibiza, 11pm, Tale Of Us, guests TBA EDEN EDEN EDEN

Fri 5

Dance, Danny Howard, Dennis Ferrer, Mambo Brothers, Sam Divine, Simon Dunmore Heart Closing Party, Heart Ibiza, with line up TBA

Ocean Beach Ibiza Closing Party, Ocean Beach Ibiza, 12/Midday-10pm, line up TBA Rock Nights Closing Party at Pikes, Be Crazy Closing Party, Heart Ibiza, with With a live performance from Los Cachorros and lots of music from DJs Colin Peters, Lola Von Dage, Circoloco Closing Party, DC10, from 4pm, line Tiki Boys, Jordi Cardona, Marcos Torres, up… Seth Troxler, The Martinez Brothers, JaSimøne, Murmur and Canovas. With all mie Jones, Ben Klock, Damian Lazarus, Loco the usual Rock Nights crew. From 8pm.

Dice, Ellen Allien, Marcel Dettmann, Tale Of Us Free entrance with guest list from: Nina Kraviz, DJ Tennis, Peggy Gou, Joseph , www.rocknightsclub.com apriati, Art Department, Kerri Chandler, ApolJean Claude Ades & Guests TBA lonia, Rodhad, Tania Vulcano, Matthias , Destinomakers | Destino Closing anzmann, Davide Squillace, Adriatique, Clive Party, Destino, 5pm-Midnight, line up Henry, Steve Rachmad, Cirillo, Sossa, Robert TBA James, Russ Yallop

Mon 8

Sat 6

Fri 12

elrow Ibiza Closing Party | Secret Hot Since 82 - A Labyrinth Story Closing Party, Rowshow, Amnesia, line up TBA Pacha, in Room 1 with Hot Since 82, Adam BeyBlack Coffee Closing Party, Hi Ibiza, er B2B Ida Engberg, Matthias Meyer, HAAi and in the Theatre—Black Coffee & in Room 2—The Original Funky Room—DJ PipGuests TBA, in the Club— pi, Willie Graff, Paul Powell (live) and Africa Housekeeping & guests TBA aka Vaughan (THE HOST) Heart Deja Vu Closing Party, Heart Ibiza, with Jellybean Benitez, Tuccillo

Sun 7

Sat 13

Pure Pacha | Paris By Night Closing Party, Pacha, in Room 1 with Bob Sinclar, 2manydjs, The Zoo Project Closing Party, Todd Terry, Lunnas and in Room 2—Mucho 5pm-2am, in the Tree House—tINI, Muchacho Federico Grazzini, Stephane Ghenacia B2B Thomas Roland, in the Living Room—Real Gang Soundsystem (Miller & Nicolau), Cici and in Solomun +1 Closing Party, Pacha, in Room 1— the Rabbit Hole—Jeancedric (all Solomun, Adriatique and in Room 2— night long) Chillout—the Pacha Resident DJs Defected In The House Closing Party, Eden, with Amine Edge &

Sun 14

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Ibiza Light Festival Ibiza Town, 12th-13th October Claire B

The Ibiza Light Festival returns to Ibiza Town for its 3rd year over the weekend of October 12 and 13. This 2-day festival is a nonprofit cultural event promoted by the Asociación de Artistas y Empresas Audiovisuales de Ibiza and supported by the Consell Insular de Ibiza and Ibiza Town Hall. It will bring together local artists and national and international collectives on the island to present an incredible line up of artistic experiences in a unique setting, featuring light in many forms, bringing together technology and innovation with art and creativity. From fire, its most primitive form, to the creativity that today’s technology allows, the festival invites the visitor to explore and be amazed by the creative capabilities of light, promoting dialogue with the island and its historical sites as living entities and cultural symbols.

More to See

This year will see double the number of installations from last year. There will be video installations, performances, projections and shows throughout the Port of Ibiza, La Marina and Dalt Vila. The public will also be part of the show because there will be interactive installations where the participation of the attendees is required. France, Switzerland, England, Portugal, Italy,

Argentina, Russia and Jordan are some of the countries present at Ibiza Light Festival 2018, represented by visual creators such as Richar Santana, El Imaginario, Intrvl AV, Javier Ens and others to be confirmed.

Bigger and Better

Every year this festival gets bigger and better and attracts more visitors. It is becoming one of the main cultural events on the island and a sensational way to end the peak season and brighten up the town as the darker

nights of autumn draw in. It will start at darkness falls, about 8pm.

A public information point will be located at the beginning of Avenida de les Andanes At the time of going to press the full details of what will be on show and where has not been announced, but there will be more information here soon: www.ibizalightfestival.com www.facebook.com/ibizalightfestival

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San Antonio Bay on your holiday, you’ll be glad of that.

We locals can’t have their exceptional English breakfast (pictured) as often as we’d like, but you’re on holiday, so indulge yourself.

Just 4,75€ gets you double British sausage and bacon, double egg, tomatoes, mushrooms, beans, toast and tea or coffee— plus a portion of jam for reasons we’ve never fully understood.

 Relish Restaurant & Lounge Bar Just footsteps from the beach of Cala De Bou, the restaurant and bar extends into a large covered terrace, gardens and a private pool for the exclusive use of relish patrons. Plus on Sundays Relish offers a traditional Sunday Roast.

Relish pride themselves on a simple philosophy - good food, cooked well, fairly priced.

Booking with immediate confirmation is available on the website.

 More Great Food You’ll also find great food in Donnegans Irish Pub, Playa Bella and Kumharas—all of whom are listed in the entertainment section.

Also we have to recommend going local during your stay.

Nothing beats a long lazy lunch of fresh cooked paella on the beach with a jug or three of sangria to wash it down.

Things to Do

Welcome To The Bay

Most tourists will have booked it as San Antonio Bay, most locals call it Cala de Bou, and its official name is Bahia de Portmany, so let’s just settle on The Bay, an area as diverse as its many names.

The ‘Bay’ suggested in the name is actually just the Southern half of the entire San Antonio bay. It was given the addition descriptor by travel agents as a way of distinguishing it from the main San Antonio town, which was felt important in reflecting its hotels’ more family orientated offerings.

To confuse matters further ‘The Bay’ that is really half of the bay, is itself comprised of several smaller bays that line its coast from Port Des Torrent at its most Westerly point, all the way to Pinet Playa, the last substantial beach to the East.

The coast between the series of beaches is of rugged rocks, as in the feature photo above at Punta de ses Fontanelles.

Most of the hotels, bars and restaurants line Carrer des Calo and Carrer Cala de Bou, known locally as the lower bay road, and these are complimented by a good selection of restaurants dotted along the shore on the various beaches.

The Bay is in the midst of a major period of redevelopment. Over recent years and still ongoing, many of its midmarket hotel and apartment complexes have received multimillion euro upgrades, many emerging as 4 and 5 star luxury accommodation, reflecting a general change happening throughout Ibiza.

The result is a melting pot of styles and services, from simple low cost cafés and bars to an ever increasing number of chic cocktail bars and eateries, from the most basic family budget apartments to the very top tariffs of Ibiza’s 5 star elite.

Though the changes are coming thick and fast, Cala de Bou has a strong sense of community among its local population, with a high proportion of native British and Irish year-roun residents and workers.

Food & Drink See adverts on facing page for contacts, hours, and location.

 Little India, Authentic Sri Lankan & Indian Restaurant

 Above: Pinet Playa has soft sands and a gently sloping shelf, but you’ll be hard pushed to find it this quiet from May to October

Beaches  Platja d’en Xinxó Commonly known as Playa Bella, this busy beach is set in calm waters with plenty of watersports available to hire. It also houses one of the Island’s favourite sunset bars—Kumharas.

 Platja des Pinet ‘Beach of the Small Pine tree’, 100 metres long and only 20 wide, Pinet Playa is home to the Reggae Bar, re-opened in 2018 after a year’s closure. Pinet Playa has gently sloping sand into shallow water. Perfect for children and families.

 Platja d’en Serral 85 metres long and man-made, this beach can get very busy as tourists take advantage of the shallow waters.

 Platja de S’Estanyol Another 80 metre long. All these beaches are of a golden coloured sands with various rocky points. You can access all kind of services due to them all being in a highly touristic area and they all offer various types of water sports.

 Port des Torrent ‘Port of the Stream’ is a 100 metre long beach surrounded by hotels and bars. It is one of Ibiza’s most enclosed natural ports so it is a perfect Ibizan style combination between a tourist beach and a fisherman’s bay.

The restaurant that puts the Bom in the Bay, Chef Vipula puts his Sri Lankan heritage into every delicious dal, beautiful biriyani and majestic madras that leaves his kitchen. Unsurprisingly, it can get busy in the summer months, so if planning ahead a booking on their website is a good idea. If exhausted by a hard day on the beach, a take-away service is available to be enjoyed back in the hotel – expect neighbour-envy as those glorious smells waft across the balcony.

 Aperture, Cocktail, Music & Sunset Terracce In the heart of San Antonio Bay, Aperture Terrace is something of an Ibizan secret, a hidden gem. Invisible from the street, just a few footsteps upstairs take you to a chic retreat that could be a million miles from the hustle & bustle below.

All the beach club charm, without the competing hordes or the annoying travel, Aperture is accessible luxury on your doorstep. Book a bed by day, dip in the pool and delight at the menu, or make it your sunset choice for cocktails where the only crush is the ice in your mojito. Just don’t tell everybody.

 Johnny’s Pub, Established 1993 Johnny’s is a Bay institution. Popular with locals and tourists alike, they are open for food to eat in and takeaway from morning through to late—usually very late, and at some point

 The Watersports Shop A most welcome addition to the lower bay road (carrer des calo) in 2017, the watersports shop have a huge range of bookable activities on and under the water, for individuals and groups.

Browse their range of jetskis, stand up paddle, seadoos, speedboat trips, and the awesome hoverboard and flyboard sessions, from the comfort of their shop, and then take the activity from any of their four beach concessions—which makes them one of the biggest watersports operators in Ibiza.

If not near the shop you can also book online via their website. See ad right for details and location.

3 Great Things To Do The Bay  A Good Old Fashioned Bar Crawl The Bay lends itself to a bar crawl—one long street you can’t get lost, even when on the altogether more challenging return leg. It is a great way to get to know your surroundings and find out what the bay has to offer.

Please drink responsibly—for the other 50 weeks of the year.  Sunset Cocktails Whether from the awesome rooftop vantage of the hidden gem of Aperture, the appropriately named Rooftop 9, or the bohemian laid back cool of Kumharas, a holiday to Ibiza has to include at least one sunset. Top tip—don’t be put off by what seems less than perfect weather in the hours before—the most spectacular sunsets are often when least expected.  Take A Boat Trip Many of Ibiza’s finest beaches in its southwestern corner, along with the magical rock of Es Vedra, are accessible from boat trips running from The Bay. There are many options available, but all will show you a very different side of Ibiza.  See our Agenda pages for many more great ideas.

Fancy a walk on the wild side?

The bay is home to Ibiza’s only swingers’ club. Liberty’s is located in Port Des Torrent and offers regular nights of hidden pleasures in which the only thing you are not allowed to do is use your mobile phone. Well, what happens in Ibiza has to stay in Ibiza.

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San Antonio Bay Peppers2 Party Bar

Getting Around

Dance till dawn? You betcha, and we don’t want any of that ‘I’m too old for all that now’ nonsense either. In Ibiza there is no such thing as too old, and Peppers2 is a fine example of an all night party bar that will see everybody from barely legal to rather regal bopping the night away. See the agenda for special events, but every night you are guaranteed a warm welcome from Chaz and the team. Take a cocktail or two on the terrace, then head inside to show us your moves.

 Donnegans Irish Pub It is hard to know what category to list Donnegans, as they do many things, and do them all very well. Day and night it is a bar with a welcome as warm as the draught Guinness and Magners are cold. They show all sports including hurling, and have a great menu of reasonably priced home cooked food from snacks to full meals.

But it is perhaps their entertainment that really sets them apart. With a regular line up of live performers with the common denominator of making sure everyone has a great time.

Check our agenda and their facebook for events.  Playa Bella Cabaret Terrace Fancy some good old family cabaret? The Playa Bella apartments kick off with nightly cash Bingo followed by a roster of live cabaret featuring everything from tribute acts to comedy to drag and some very talented musical acts. All this takes place on their beachfront terrace which also has a great range of food available day and night.  Baobab 24 Hour Supermarket Baobab is conveniently situated at the mid way point on the main Bay Road, and they do two things very well. 1. They sell the things you want and need—this includes proper fresh milk, British bread etc., plus all of your home favourite brands in drinks (including Buckfast!). 2. They are open when you need them—which is basically anytime, as they open a full 24 hour day, 7 days a week. When everything else is closed you can rest assured that they ARE OPEN—100%

 Walking & Cycling.

Aside from the inevitable diversions into its many bars and cafés, the length of the Bay’s main tourist street can be covered on foot in a brisk half hour.

It is possible to walk the coastline, though there are areas of rocks and uneven ground to cover between the coves and beaches. There are several shops renting cycles along the bay.

 Water Taxis A very pleasant way to get to San Antonio town is to use one of the water taxis that cross the bay at half hourly intervals day and into the evening, and in high season into the night.

The water taxis have several departure points along the bay—see our map.

CBD Corner at Grow Submarine

 Helpful Hints

Only In Ibiza  Grow Submarine, Head Shop The days of the straw donkey are as dead as a dropped donkey. What Grandma really wants as a gift from your Ibiza adventure is the latest in acrylic bong technology. Don’t know what to get your mates at work—how about some matching grinders?

Of course it doesn’t have to be a gift, what better way to fill that last space in the suitcase than with some stock from Grow Submarine’s extensive range of cannabis culture stock?

From Rizla’s up, though we warn you that attempting to board a Ryanair flight with a full hydrophonic growing system may incur excess baggage fees.

There are two pharmacies in the Bay—shown by the white cross on a green circle on our map. Pharmacies and other nontourist businesses open mornings 9 to 1 or 2pm, and again in the afternoon 5-8pm.

There are many, many, seemingly a ridiculous amount, of cashpoint machines in the Bay. Note that you will get far better rates and incur lower fees by using the cash machines attached to or operated by actual banks.

 Promenade Extension Funded by the tourist tax that you will see is costing you a few euros a day at the foot of your hotel bill, the Bay is to have a promenade built along its entire length from Port Des Torrent, through to a connection with the San Antonio promenade. This major development will connect the two halves of San Antonio and is sure to change the face of the bay as we see it today. We hope you will come back in future years and make use of it—you are paying for it after all :-)

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People Interview with Steve Heapy, CEO , Jet2.com and Jet2holidays  Our interview followed

Steve Heapy, left, Congratulates Mambo’s Javier Anandon on his Team’s Victory

Jet2 All Stars Vs Mambo, Some Golf, and Some Soap ...  Nick Gibbs And so it came to pass, as predicted by The Ibizan, Mambo walked away with the honours in the charity match against the Jet2 All Stars. No real surprise as it seemed that Mambo had all the footballers up against Jet2’s cast of soap superstars.

There was a great atmosphere at the game prompting one local Spanish newspaper to describe San Antonio’s football ground as a ‘Stadium of Dreams’.

A large part of the crowd may have been less interested in the football than meeting their idols, and if the following mornings Facebook timelines were anything to go by that was certainly the case.

Unfortunately I was unable to get to the game, though I had family representation, and we now have half a dozen autographed Jet2 flags in the house which Blue has told me I am not allowed to put on Ebay. As if?

As I couldn’t get there we were particularly pleased to receive an invitation to a soiree at Ibiza’s Golf club in Roca Lisa the following evening.

Strangely enough I had never previously had occasion to visit the golf club. Marvellous place, I had no idea it was so, well, green. I have no idea how they can keep all that grass in such good order but that is something for

the Jet2 All Stars vs Mambo charity football match in San Antonio— more of that and the All Stars below. Also referenced in this interview;  Javier Anandon, owner of the Mambo group, passionate football and specifically Real Madrid fan.  Andrea MacConnell, Jet2’s regional contracts manager and long-time tourism face of Jet2 in Ibiza.

By Nick Gibbs  NG: Everybody had a great time at the football last night. Ibiza’s timelines have been full of soap star selfies today, how did the match come about?

SH: Andrea and I were chatting with Javier one

another day.

We had arrived shortly before the Allstars and when they did come through the club house onto the terrace there were many greetings—some of which felt a little odd, in so far as they seemed unnecessary. I am no avid soap fan. In fact I do not think I have watched a soap in my dozen or more years in Ibiza. However, you do not need to be a soap fan to recognise those with the familiarity of Kirky and Tyrone from Corrie. It felt odd part in that somebody is introducing themselves to you while you are thinking “well I know you already” which of course we all do.

I had taken my son along who was very keen to have a go on the driving range.

We went down there and it was Andy Whyment, Kirky, who gave up his spot so that Blue could have a try. He said he was fed up with it anyway, and frankly he was rubbish. I don’t know what his difficulty with golf is, but the way he was slicing every shot I think we can safely assume he dresses on the left.

I guess we were away about 30 minutes, and by the time we returned my wife had been surrounded by a dozen or so soap stars,

evening and I was telling him about the Jet2Allstars team and how they play a series of matches in order to raise money for local charities. Javier agreed to play their football team against us and the rest is history.

NG: Andrea MacConnell 

said the match was in part a result of her having to endure the longest and most boring conversation about football between Javier Anandon and yourself at Hostel La Torre. Can you remember that?

SH: HA! Yes – Javier was talking about England ’66 and I was talking about Brazil ’70 and the conversation was lasting for ag-

es. Andrea became completely bored and said “why don’t you just play a match, shut up and talk about something else”. So we did!

(NG, I can well imagine this discussion.

Javier’s knowledge of football is immense. Not so long ago he impressed me with recalling the entire England 1966 world cup winning team. I doubt there are many Englishmen who can match that.)  NG: I thought it was just a one-off event, but Andy Whyment (Corrie’s Kirky) tells me it is a regular thing?

SH: We play a series of matches each year against local charities and raise as much money as possible.

Jet2holidays sponsors the

including several that I would assume play ’bad boy’ roles in Hollyoaks.

It turns out that in the time we were gone, she had married two of them and discovered she was actually her own sister.

With most of the Northern contingent (which was pretty well all of them) busy watching football in the club house, I got the chance to talk with Jet2 boss Steve Heapy, cue the interview above.

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People teams and the Jet2allstars give up their time for nothing. It’s a great thing to be involved with.

The match on Friday was supposed to be a one off but Javier and I agreed that we would make it an annual event. Next year we will have our revenge!

NG: Loved the Diario’s 

Stadium of Dreams headline. Any idea how much was raised last night, and come to that how much the Jet2 All Stars have raised in total?

SH: Nearly €7,000 was raised which is a magnificent feat. I would like to thank everyone that attended and bought a raffle ticket. The Allstars team has been sponsored by Jet2holidays for 2 years now but has been going for years, Over that time it has raised hundreds of thousands of pounds.  NG: Great stuff. So, can you tell our readers a bit more about Jet2 the company? Are you a numbers man, can you tell me things like how many planes, how many flights, routes etc.?

SH: Is that a challenge?

NG: I think it is.  SH: OK, here goes. We’ll

market. Is there a reason for that, or am I being blinded by flattery - do you tell all the islands they are special?

SH: Ibiza is a fantastic destination for so many reasons and we have been proud to grow so quickly.

Whilst others over the years have reduced flights, we have replaced that capacity and built up a fantastic portfolio of hotels for families, couples and groups. Ibiza has, with some people, a reputation for being a party Island but as we both know it has much more than that. St Eulalia. Portinax, Es Cana – all beautiful places. It is also a very relaxed island.

I always feel at home when I am here and I have a number of friends in Ibiza.

NG: When we talked at 

the end of the 2017 season, you were telling me about the frustrations of communication with some of Ibiza’s administrative institutions. That came as a great surprise to me. I would have thought the company bringing more tourists to the island than any other would have had Ibiza’s powermasters at your beck and call. Could you ex-

Stephen Heapy, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays

Stephen has been with Dart Group since 2009. He is the CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays. He has extensive experience in the travel industry having held roles with My Travel PLC, Thomas Cook and Libra Holidays. Stephen is a Fellow of the Institute for Travel and Tourism. metrics. Do you see a slow down or reduced interest or business in Ibiza?

SH: I think the proposed regulation relating to all inclusive hotels is very dangerous as it he Balearics is the most expensive part of Spain risks handing AI and Ibiza the most expensive Island. The tour- holidays on a ist tax makes these places even more expensive and plate to other therefore uncompetitive. Competition is everywhere and destinations.

If people want is at its strongest in the eastern Mediterranean.” an all Inclusive holiday they will call this a ‘brief overview’: pand on that for our book it.

If Ibiza doesn’t readers?

91 Aircraft and 102 next offer it, they will go someSH: The priorities of year. where else.

Jet2.com, jet2holidays and We fly from 9 UK bases the administrative institu- Also, Ibiza is now the most To 70 Destinations.

And we fly 377 routes to tions do not always match expensive destination in or go hand in hand. We the Mediterranean and I 21 countries.

What else? Yes, last year want to continue to grow hope it doesn’t price itself our airline carried nearly but they have many mar- out of the market, particu11m passengers and our kets to represent so we are larly with the threat from tour operator 2.5m pas- not always top of their list. Turkey. However, we are However, we have contin- still investing and growing sengers. How’s that?  NG: Pretty impressive. I ued to invest and build in Ibiza and will work as won’t ask you to try and year on year and we are hard as possible with our do the same for Ibiza, hotel partners to ensure that would seem a bit now very proud to be the unfair, so I have come biggest tour operator from that next year is successprepared. Jet2 have the UK to Ibiza by a long ful. flown 2 million passenNG: Do you believe is gers on 15,000 flights to way. sues such as the human Ibiza since 2005. Jet2  NG: Ibiza has not had its tragedy stories, hedonis-

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bring more tourists to Ibiza than any other operator. In 2017 you increased Ibiza seats by 47% on the previous year. They are quite amazing numbers. I have always had an impression from Andrea and yourself that Jet2 consider Ibiza an important

easiest year. We talked earlier about Ibiza’s perfect storm of news this year in a season marked by an awful series of human tragedies, a never-ending stream of new regulations and restrictions, and for the first time in decades a downturn in key tourism

tic excess and, in so far as the way the UK press portray them, barmy regulations, influence Ibiza’s tourism business?

Some people do take the view all publicity is good publicity.

SH: I don’t agree that all

question man to man. Or publicity is good publicity. promoting new ideas, parmore to the point one Ibiza has a great party ticularly where there are grown up boy to another. You are taking delivscene and its can be hedon- entrenched views, is diffiery of a further 34 Boeistic and excessive but cult. It takes a lot of time, ing 737s next year. some of the stories can be effort, enthusiasm and That’s big news for business, but do you get damaging (e.g. the drug money. excited in a ‘big boys NG: I see you are startproblems). These stories  toys’ way? ing your summer season will put off a number of SH: I do. We have nearly schedule early next year. potential bookers, particuSH: Yes we start flying on all of the new aircraft now larly families.

April 7th. We feel there is and they are taking people We need to make sure that enough demand to justify on holiday to Spain, the the promotion and coverstarting in April and the Canaries and European age of Ibiza is balanced. It response so far has been leisure cities. It is very is much more than a party exciting taking delivery of encouraging. island.

It is also very good for the new aircrafty.  NG: And the tourist tax?

NG: Do you get personisland and the local econo-  SH: The Balearics is the most think the proposed regulation relating to all incluexpensive part of sive hotels is very dangerous as it risks handing Spain and Ibiza the most expen- all inclusive holidays on a plate to other destinations. sive Island. The If people want an all Inclusive holiday they will book it. tourist t a x If Ibiza doesn’t offer it, they will go somewhere else.” makes these places even more expenally involved in the specmy as it brings in more ification or the livery of sive and therefore uncommoney and creates more the planes? petitive. Competition is employment. It’s a win- SH: Yes we have two liveverywhere and is at its win. eries. Jet2.com which is strongest in the eastern NG: You are recruiting in silver and Jet2holidays  Mediterranean.

Ibiza too. which is white. We have  NG: Ibiza Consell, the SH: Yes we have roles at about the same number of Ibiza Tourist Board and all its Municipalities are the airport and also cus- each. If you are luck you of one voice in wanting tomer helper roles. We are to promote a new model a growing and very finan- will see that one of them has the café Mambo logo of sustainable tourism.

More sports, culture and cially secure company and on the nose! heritage, less youth, we need more colleagues NG: Do aeroplanes have  clubs and booze. Is it an to help us deliver the best a new aeroplane smell? achievable aim?

SH: Yes it is and I think it flight and holiday experi- SH: Ha! Yes they do.

NG: Good to know.  is a good idea. However, ence to our customers.

NG: Finally, Steve, a 

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Formentera “F

ormentera’s reputation as an unspoilt paradise is well deserved,. Crystalline waters, turquoise tones & fine white sandy beaches, Formentera is a perfect dream come true.”

Adapted Beaches There are two adapted beaches in Formentera for those with reduced mobility, Es Pujols and Arenals.

Both have access ramps, a platform with shade, handrails, amphibious chairs and lifeguards. Arenals has adapted bathrooms and reserved parking.

Ses Salines Natural Park

Welcome to Formentera …

For the uninitiated, Formentera is the baby sister Island of Ibiza, sitting just off Ibiza’s South Eastern tip, close to the airport.

Though the name may not be as familiar as Ibiza, once visited you will never forget our little piece of paradise in the Mediterranean.

Ibiza and Formentera are known collectively as the Pitiuses - which means the Pine Trees.

Though they sit within sight of one another and are easily accessible by the many ferries crossing the straits, the two Islands are in most ways independent of each other.

The Beaches There are three main stretches of beach,  North East – Llevant and Tramuntana,  NorthWest – Illetes and Cavall d’en Borràs  South – the coast of Migjorn.

Both Islands have their own Island government, the Consell, which reports directly to the Balearic regional Government in Mallorca. The people of Formentera are proud of that independence and would probably take issue with us referring to them as Ibiza’s baby sister. They are very much their own boss and not to be considered as a region of Ibiza – not if you want to keep on their good side anyway.

Aside from the political borders, the two islands also have very different personalities.

Illetes is the most famous beach on the island and the most visited, however the further you walk, you can still find areas of almost deserted beach, even at peak times.

If you go as far as Llevant, they also have fine white sand along with some rocky areas.

Both areas fall within the Ses Salines d’Eivissa i Formentera Natural Park, a specially protected area where cars and motorbikes are charged for entering, but pedestrians, cyclists and those with electric vehicles may enter free of charge.

You can also find S’Espalmador, a private island that is open to the public. Swimming across from Formentera to S’Espalmador is strictly prohibited due to the sea currents, however a local company makes various crossings each day leaving from La Savina port.

Cliffs dominate the west coast, although you can find the beach of Cala Saona – much loved by families for its shallow clear waters. It’s backdrop are small cliffs and a number of boatyards, picturesque.

The northern part of the island is low and rocky. It is one of the most tranquil parts of the island and an agreeable walking route. The coastal community of Es Caló de Sant Agustí is very highly regarded among locals and visitors for its fishing port & gastronomy.

Getting Around Formentera has regular bus lines that run all year round, with extra services over the summer months.

They also have night buses, excursions and tourist routes with discounts if you purchase your tickets online.

The site is mainly in Spanish but straightforward and notes/important information can be found in English.http://www.busformentera.com

History of Formentera For such a small island, Formentera certainly has a long and chequered history.

Megalithic graves provide evidence that Formentera was inhabited in prehistoric times, going back as far as 2000 BC. Archaeological sites from that time still remain with the most famous one being at Ca na Costa on the outskirts of Es Pujols. Dating from the Early Bronze Age, this is the oldest tomb in the Balearic Islands consisting of a circular chamber surrounded by two concentric circles of paving stones arranged in amazing geometry.

Around 200BC, the Romans arrived on Formentera and used the land mainly for growing wheat. They named the island after the Latin name for wheat – Frumentaria.

After the collapse of the Roman Empire in the 5th century AD, Formentera was conquered by the Vandals, then by the Byzantines.

The Arabs, or Moors, arrived in 711 AD, bringing with them an advanced knowledge of agriculture and irrigation

systems, some of which are still used by farmers today.

The majority of the Moorish population was exterminated when the Catalans arrived in 1235 and conquered the island. Formentera was thus added to the Crown of Aragon and later became part of the medieval Kingdom of Mallorca.

But from 1403 until the late 17th century, persistent pirate attacks and bad harvests rendered Formentera uninhabitable and the abandoned island became a base for the Barbary and Turkish pirates.

In 1697, Carlos of Spain decided to re-settle the island, instructing defence towers to be built, the remains of which can still be seen today. During this time, Formentera’s main industries were the farming of dry fruit trees like olives, almonds and figs and, of course, salt.

This remained the case until the unspoiled nature of the island

attracted an influx of hippies which ultimately led to the island’s tourism boom in the 1950s, a boom that continues, and grows, to this day!

Entry through the corten-framed doorway leads into the towers largest space. Here, the original stone staircase has been replaced with a steel structure hung from above.

Just 230 metres from Migjorn beach and completed in 1763, Historically, access would have been via the upper level for the ‘Pi des catala’ watch tower is one of four defensive look- security, with an overhead opening through which stones or out structures on the coast of Formentera. The landmark boiling liquids could be dropped on attackers. structure measures approximately 12.5 metres in diameter. It  Open Saturdays 10am—1pm. has been recently renovated and is now open to the public.

Page La Torre des Pi des Català

Formentera Ferries The

crossing takes around 35 minutes and there are many companies that offer the daily service.

A quick look at the Trasmapi website sees ferries leaving every 30 minutes from Ibiza with those that carry cars (Castaví Jet) at 09.30, 11.30, 16.00, 18.00 and 20.30. Returns are also 30 minutes apart with their car carrying ferry (Castaví Jet) at 10.30, 12.30, 17.00 and 19.30.

A day trip for 2 adults, 2 children and a car is around 142.50€, whereas a day trip using Aquabus for 2 adults and 2 chil-

dren costs 60€. It is best to shop around for your specific needs but the following have routes:-

 Balearia up to 19X daily

 Trasmapi 27 X daily  Aquabus 3X daily  Mediterranea Pitiusa

up to 15 X daily There are a combined 64 sailings available per day on the Ibiza Formentera crossing between Ibiza and Formentera. Sailings are from Ibiza Town all year, and San Antonio during the summer season.

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San Juan The Can Marçà Caves A few minutes drive from the Port of Sant Miquel you can find another of those things that make Ibiza beautiful and magical, the Can Marça Caves. Their formation is dated back 100.000 years and were used for years as refuge for pirates and smugglers.

The opening of the caves for tourist visitation was during the decade of the seventies and thanks to Belgian speleologist Jean Pierre van der Abelle, who together with the hotel promoters of the area made

Photo Cat Milton. Though you’ll be lucky to find it this peaceful in summer, San Juan has a more peaceful and traditional feel about it—more hippy, less vip.

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ant Joan de Labritja is a village and municipality of the Balearic Islands on northern Ibiza.

Among others, the resorts of Portinatx and Cala de Sant Vicent are located there. The actual village of Sant Joan is a quiet street, dominated by an imposing Christian church. One may find several small cafés and restaurants and a taxi rank outside the Municipal Council building. Towards the west of the village is the origin of the Torrent de Labritja, a tributary of the Riu de Santa Eulária, the Balearic Island's only constant-flowing river, although the Torrent only contains water during the winter months throughout the tourist season, the stream is a dry river bed full of green vegetation.

The municipality is the least-populated municipality in Ibiza, and is almost entirely rural. The village of Portinatx on the northern coast, and the western port of Sant Miquel, are the only major tourist areas.

San Juan Sunday Artisan Market Ecological and hand-made products in Sant Joan. From 10am to 4pm every Sunday, winter and summer.

There are very few villages in our islands to keep that peacefull atmosphere, that local ambiance, that mix of cultures, german people sitting next to old ibizencos, hippies talking to payesas, payesas selling their garden products, payeses offering their home-made wine, live music, jugglers... simply beautiful.

Benirrás  Nicole Torres

I have to admit I have a soft spot for Benirrás and it brings back so many great childhood memories.

It is 145 metres long and 45 wide, surrounded by mountains filled with pine trees, and its waters are filled with fish.

It’s emblematic obelisk right in the middle of the bay makes this beach unique to watch the sunset—and for some the obelisk island is also a sunset swimming challenge, though we feel obliged to add some ‘don’t try this at home’ advice to all but the strongest swimmers, and cer-

tainly not to be tackled after a few drinks.

Benirrás is also known for its hippy drumming sessions that start close to the sunset, though its popularity does lead it to get very crowded.

A new park a ride service was introduced in 2017, which means you can leave your car a short way from the beach and take the bus directly to the beach. Also new in 2017, there is also a direct bus service from Ibiza town.

its 300 metres of path and galleries safe for visitors.

Nowadays there are programmed visits every 45 minutes from 10.30am until 8pm (the guides have a lunch break from 1.30 until 2.30, so I recommend you try a nearby restaurant or visit the nearby Port of Sant Miquel while they eat).

There are guided visits in various languages and it will only take you 40 minutes.

Some of the cave galleries have curious names, my favourite is the Buddha temple, which receives its name from a big rock that sort of resembles Buddha.

There are 2000 year old seagull fossils surrounding this temple. As you keep walking in you come to the illuminated wishing lakes - a tradition of making a wish and throwing a coin into the lakes started in the sixties.

Another of my favourite spots of the caves are the waterfalls, which are accompanied with coloured lights and soft music.

When you come back out I recommend you stop and enjoy the view of S'Illa Murada – a little island with a mansion in the middle, if you ask the locals who live there, you will get all kinds of answers. From here you can also contemplate the Port of Sant Miquel.

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Ibiza Town Dramatized Visits To The Dalt Vila  Ibiza Town

Historic Eivissa Museu Diocesa Santa Maria Eivissa is worth a visit, especially if you fancy a bit of history in respect of Ibiza and Formentera. It contains: paintings, sculptures, gravestones, jewellery, and church related items.

The 14th century cathedral itself (above) is beautiful, with surrounding trendy bars and early 20th century buildings along Vara Del Rey. There is also a monumental statue in the middle of it all.

The Punic Necropolis of Puig des Molins, Greek for ‘city of the dead’ isn’t far from Dalt Vila, a burial cemetery whereby 3,000 tombs are located deep underground.

The cemetery is over a thousand years old. The quaint buildings, narrow roads and cobbles streets of Dalt Vila are truly historical and give you a feeling of stepping back in time.

Through the explanations from the guides and the dramatisations, this trip back in time will give you an insight into the way of life, the dangers that surrounded the city and what it was really like to live in the Mediterranean in XVIth century.

On your journey, you will be taken through the following streets in this unique experience.

Mercat Vell - Portal de ses Taules - Plaça de Vila - C/ Santa Creu - C/ Sant Antoni - Plaça del Sol - Escaleras hasta C/ Sant Josep - C/ de la Conquista - C/ Sant Ciriac  Meeting point: - C/ Major - Plaça Catedral.  Mercat Bell, in pl. de la Constitució www.eivissa.es  Day: Saturdays  Information:  Hour: at 7.00 pm For information visit one of the offices of tourism:  Languages: Catalan, Spanish, English  La Cúria, plaça de la the Catedral, Dalt Vila - tel  Duration: 1.15 hour 971399232  Inscriptions: Booking is required, this can be done by  The Port, pg. de les Andanes - tel 971191951 telephone 971 399 232 or by emailing informacioturistica@eivissa.es  Pg. de Vara de Rey - tel 971.301900

Beaches Ses Figueretes To it’s Southern border is the Figueretes beach (right) which we love as a place to stay due to its local life, easy access to both the old town, and the vibrant Playa d’en

Bossa, which sits directly south.

Talamanca To it’s Northern border is Talamanca beach (right). 900 metres of fine sand and gently shelving waters, the beach is fringed by a wooden boardwalk beyond which are a collection of bars and restaurants offering everything from bohemian chic to traditional local style.

Ibiza Town Shopping Ibiza's mediaeval old town is wonderful for strolling, sightseeing, and dining, but also offers a wide range of shopping opportunities, especially when it comes to artisanal local products - usually handmade and sold in small, family-owned shops. Products such as fabrics, sandals, home décor items, costume jewellery, wicker baskets, figurines, and much more—and that is before you have even started on the fashion.

Ibiza old town is home to the island’s trendiest boutiques, plus many independent designers have their own shops so it is perfect for those wanting a look that is a step away from the high street chains.

If you want to shop while in Ibiza, the old town is the place to go for small independent retailers and gifts, and the town centre has by far the best selection of bigger stores and national names.

If it is real deal artisan products on your list (made in Ibiza, not imported from South East Asia), from June to September, the artisan members of Es Retorn Cultural Association gather in the Dalt Villa every Thursday to exhibit their excellent traditional wares on the streets.

Wherever you are around the port and the old town there are bars cafés and restaurants all around you. If budget is an issue, step off the main streets and the harbour front. It isn’t an absolute rule, but the less footfall past their door, the cheaper the prices are likely to be.

The same applies to shops too.

And don’t make the mistake of being a mad Englishman out in the midday sun—during the peak season everything gets going around dusk.

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& Figueretes

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lthough called Ibiza in Spanish, the official name is the Catalan Eivissa (as restored in 1986) and its inhabitants call it the Vila d'Eivissa or usually simply Vila ("Town"). The English tend to call it Ibiza Town, just as a way of distinguishing it from Ibiza the Island as a whole.

It is divided into two main parts: the old town, called the Dalt Vila (literally "Upper Town"), located on a little mountain by the sea, and the modern part, called the Eixample ("extension").

Sights include the cathedral of Santa Maria d'Eivissa (14th century), located at the top of the Dalt Vila, and the Punic necropolis of Puig des Molins.

Ibiza Town is the administrative and commercial centre of the Island. Adjoining its northern edge is Marina Botafoch where you will routinely see some of the world’s most luxurious motor cruisers and yachts.

A view of the Dalt Villa by Cat Milton, taken from Ibiza’s harbour wall.

Ibiza Town & Figueretes Father Jacks Our east coast home-from-home. Figueretes finest Father Jack’s offer just about everything you could want in a proper pub, just with added sunshine. Guinness on draught—of course, but also Kilkenny Red Ale and Strongbow from the pumps. Plus, and though it might not be a big one for tourists, it certainly is for us residents—proper pies pasties & sausage rolls. With 5 big screen TVs and 4 satellite streams, whatever your sporting preference, if it’s on, they’ve got it.

Vara de Rey 22 Vara de Rey 22 dental surgery combines the best technology, equipment and talent bringing you first class dental treatment from specialists you can trust – including emergency appointments. Services also include facial aesthetics, a range of treatments using fillers and botox.

For more information see their website http:// www.varaderey22.com/

Ilusions Pool Café Ibiza Town

Think ‘Cool Hand Luke’. Ilusions is a proper old-school Pool Hall with fantastic premium tables and an equally a -list range of Tapas on which to nibble while you play.

We don’t want to get sexist about this, but it is the thinking man’s choice while the missus is shopping in Ibiza Town. You’ll be happier, she will be happier, just don’t think too much about your accruing credit card bill while you enjoy a game.

Royal Plaza The Royal Plaza offer a taste of traditional 4 star quality and service from the days before corporate branding made hotels anonymous. If you are already here you can’t take advantage of the superb accommodation—but remember it for next time. You can however enjoy a meal on their rooftop terrace with unrivalled views over the Dalt Vila. Special, very special.

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Santa Eulalia, Es Canar Santa Eulalia

Welcome To Santa Eulalia The municipality of Santa Eulalia extends from Jesus and Puig den Valls on the outskirts of Ibiza town, inland to Santa Gertrudis, and North to San Carles. Santa Eulalia’s coastline has some of the finest beaches in Ibiza. From the naturist (optional) Aigua Blanca to the family friendly open soft sands of Cala Llonga, there is something to suit everybody.

The main tourist destinations are the city of Santa Eulalia, Cala Llonga and Es Canar, all of which we feature in this resort guide. Santa Eulalia is also home to some of Ibiza’s most chic and bohemian villages, with Santa Gertrudis and San Carlos continuing to attract the attention of those looking for that certain something Ibiza cool.

If you fancy a trip to the hippy market you are certainly in the right area, as Santa Eulalia has 3 established hippy markets in its borders. Las Dalias in San Carles and the Punta Arabi hippy market both put claims on being Ibiza’s original hippy market, and the Thursday night market in Cala Llonga gives a smaller version with the added pleasure of being right on the beachfront promenade—and the further into the season we are, the more you will appreciate any sea breeze available.

don't panic, you can have a drink and a bite without having to go up the steps

 Cala Mastella With only 60 metres in length and 15 in width, you can enjoy the shallow waters or lay on the soft fine natural sand toasting in the sun. There is a nice restaurant on the beach, just in case you got hungry or wanted to grab an ice-cream.

 Cala Llenya This typical Ibizan bay can be accessed by a road on one side or following the sea and up close to fifty steps from which the view is incredible. 200 metres long and 110 metres wide, it is perfect for people searching for a clean calm beach to relax.

 Cala Nova

 Perfect for Families, The Beach at Cala Llonga

A fine golden sand beach surrounded by a dense wood of junipers. Known for it's strong water currents and winds from the east, I recommend you check the flags signing for danger. In any case, this south east oriented 250 metre long beach is another recommended must-see.

 Es Canar

Beaches  S'Aigua Blanca or Aigües Blanques Meaning White Waters. It is a 300 metre long beach with natural toasted colour sands and big rocks. On this beach you can relax and practice nudism.

 Es Figueral With dark fine sand of natural origin, it is considered one of the most beautiful beaches of the island due to its naturally carved rock formations and little islands. The beach is about 400 metres long and 40 to 50 wide. It is surrounded by tourist residential areas and there are many restaurants on the beach, supermarkets and souvenir shops close, and you can practice many water sports in the beautiful blue waters. This beach has the ISO 1400 Certificate, a Spanish Ambient certificate given for cleanliness and good caring for the beach and its surroundings.

 Pou d'es Lleó

This beach is right is the heart of the town and bordered by all types of restaurants. Souvenirs and other types of services are in walking distance. This 350 metre long beach also has the ISO 14001 Certificate, ensuring you enjoy its fine clear sands and maybe practice some water sport, sunbathe on one of the hammocks and contemplate the view of the two islands.

 Cala Martina This natural toasted sand beach is 200 metres long and great for windsurfing. It has two very well known restaurants which make very good paellas. It's shallow waters and underwater gardens are another recommendation for snorkelers.

 S'Argamassa Beach Only 50 metres long, it offers a great variety of water sports in a beautiful surrounding. As a tourist residential area, you can enjoy many services close to the beach.

 Cala Pada This 200 metre long beach has white natural sands and is surrounded by pine trees, great for people that need somewhere to escape the burning sun. This beach also offers many water sports and other water related activities.

Offers a view into a not that far away past of Ibiza's fishing community. It is ideal for enjoying a little tranquil paradise hidden between rocks and shaded by pine trees. A small sand patch with many rocks, Pou d'es Lleó is only 60 metres long and 12 metres wide. But if you like snorkelling, you can't pass the opportunity of exploring the surrounding waters and small caves around the rock walls that enclose the bay. You won't regret it.

The ‘Blue Nest’ has white fine natural sands and is flanked by pine trees and vegetation. It's major characteristic is that a torrent reaches the sea at this beach. It also offers many water related activities.

 Cala Boix

 Santa Eulalia Beach

One of those unique places that only fit in Ibiza. Not recommended to anyone who doesn't like stairs! But the view from the top and the restaurants are still worth the drive, even if you decide not to descend the very long steep stairway, the only way to access this 100 metre long 15 metre wide piece of Heaven. But

 Niu Blau

At 300 metres long and of clear fine sands, it offers all kind of services. It offers the restaurants placed around it great terrace views. It also has the ISO 14001 Certificate.

 Bocarío

Santa Eulalia is the third largest town on the island and also has the only river on the island which flows into the sea at the western end of the town.

The town sits next to a wide bay with the promontory of Punta Arabí at the east end of the Bay. Also at the eastern end of the bay is new harbour, mariner called Port Esportiu which is full of restaurants, shops and bars. The town has two beaches which are kept clean and tidy and have gently sloping sands and are ideal for young families. At the western end of the bay is the prominent hill of ‘Puig d’ en Fita’ which dominates the landscape. The hill is dotted with apartments, hotels and private houses, and at night is dotted with the dwellings lights.

Cala Llonga We love Cala Llonga. A beautiful sheltered bay South of Sant Eulalia and famed a strong community spirit and great family entertainment schedule.

Es Canar Es Canar is 5 kilometres from Santa Eulalia. This compact resort is very popular with families and offers great beaches and a good range of bars restaurants and entertainment to suit all tastes.

The Jacaranda beach club on the promenade gives the chance to savour a slice of VIP lifestyle without breaking the bank.

It is 400 metres long and ends at the river mouth. Split in two by a rock formation, it has clear fine sands and river gravel towards the end. Another beautiful spot for snorkelling and also for water sports.

 Caló de S'Alga ‘The Seaweed Small Bay’. Great for snorkelling or sunbathing on it's soft toasted colour sands. With a length of 110 metres, it offers a beautiful view of the bay Cala Llonga.

 Cala Llonga This beach is in the centre of a deep thin bay surrounded by hills full of pine trees. A growing residential area, it offers all kinds of services on and around the beach. Cala Llonga is another of the Santa Eulalia beaches that has the ISO 14001 Certificate. Being 100 metres wide it is one of the widest beaches on the island, but only 200 metres long. Its natural white fine sand is great for sunbathing and great for children to build sand castles, I know for a fact.

 S'Estanyol An ideal bay for those who like to walk, as you have to go through a path in the middle of the vegetation to get to it. But when you get there, this 70 metre-long rocky beach gives you a crystal clear sea, you can snorkel or swim in a tranquillity that makes the difficult access a blessing keeping away most tourists.

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& Cala Llonga Food, Drink & Entertainment  Los Otros, Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurant, Santa Eulaia There can be little doubting the vegan credentials of Los Otros, as not only do they offer a fine range of Italian food, the owner is an authoritative author of vegan cookbooks too.

The setting is magical. Just meters from the water on the marina front of Santa Eulalia, your visit will have the reassuringly relaxing soundtrack of the clinking masts of moored yachts.

 Mariposa Pool Bar & Restaurant, Cala Llonga The idea of ‘living the dream’ under the Mediterranean sun becomes reality at the Mariposa. Nestled in the hills behind the Cala Llonga village, and with spectacular views out over the bay, the Mariposa team and regulars will give you the warmest of welcomes.

Start your day with a bacon and brie toasted sandwich and café con leche, followed by a dip in the pool, and sip on some cocktails from your poolside lounger. Heaven.

Hierbas Workshop  Fluxà Ibiza, Jesus, Santa Eulalia

Goat Cheese Workshop  Can Muson Organic Farm, Santa Eulalia Del Río One of the star products of Ibizan gastronomy is fresh goat cheese.

This fun and interesting workshop will teach you how to make fresh goat cheese using the milk from their goats.

The workshop begins by milking the goats from their farm and using the milk to make the cheese.

At the end of the workshop, you can take your freshlymade cheese home with you to sample at your leisure.

The workshop lasts approximately 3 hours and children are welcome. Groups are between 8-16 participants and taught in Spanish and English. They are open all year round and this workshop can be booked between 9am2pm. The cost is 25€pp and that covers ingredients and the lesson. www.ibizacanmuson.com

It’s the news you’ve all been waiting for – Mariposa Sunday lunches are back! The Mariposa Sunday lunch is well worth a visit to Cala Llonga. If you haven’t been, you should. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity; the venue has amazing views and you won’t want to leave. To book call 671 260 578 or 666 807 081.

Entertainment  Guarana Nightclub, Santa Eulalia Marina A visit to one of Ibiza’s huge super-clubs may be on your holiday to do list. But seasoned clubber or not, you’ll enjoy a night at Santa Eulalia’s only late night club—a munch more intimate and friendly affair than it’s bigger sisters.

Located directly on Santa Eulalia marina waterfront, if you dance til dawn you will also be treated to the spectacular sight of an Ibiza dawn rising over the sea. Sunset is for your mates, sunrise is for your soul-mate.

 Viva Cala Llonga The Viva Cala Llonga community association organise an impressive agenda of events throughout the season. See individual events on the agenda pages.

The Fluxà family will show you the craft distilling process in a traditional distillery and you will be able to make your own Ibizan hierbas (pronounced yerbas), the island’s most highly valued liqueur.

The workshop includes a tour of the botanic garden where you will see more than 20 types of aromatic herbs, more than 10 varieties of chilli peppers and native fruit trees such as carob, cherry, plum and almond trees.

During this tour we will get acquainted with the 17 aromatic herbs needed to make Ibizan herb liqueur and you will learn to identify fennel, thyme, rosemary, lemon verbena, lavender, rue, eucalyptus, chamomile, juniper, oregano and many other plants.

You will pick the right herbs and learn all about the distilling process. You will then mix your picked herbs and make your own artisan herb liqueur.

At the end of the workshop, each participant will have made a bottle of artisan Hierbas to take home with them.

The workshop lasts 2 hours, children are welcome, and the languages spoken are Spanish, English, German, Dutch & French. The workshops are held Monday and Tuesday from 9.30am+-11.30am and Thursday from 7pm -9pm. Cost 29€pp www.fluxaibiza.com

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Home & Finance Currencies Direct opens 15th Spanish branch When it comes to saving money on currency transfers to and from Spain, Currencies Direct think the personal touch and a hands-on approach makes all the difference – which is why the company is delighted to announce the opening of its 15th Spanish branch in Puerto Pollensa, North Mallorca.

The company opened its first European branch in Torreveja, Spain, in 1999 and has spent the last twenty years providing face-to-face support and tailored guidance to people moving to Spain, buying/ selling property, managing pension payments or moving back home.

With branches spreading from Marbella to Valencia (as well as in the Balearics and the Canaries) the

distinctive orange of Currencies Direct is never far away.

Over the years they’ve worked with more than 250,000 customers and have built a reputation for offering excellent exchange rates, fast, free currency transfers and exceptional customer service.

Currencies Direct Director of Southern Europe, Peter Loveday, said of the expansion: “Although Currencies Direct has had a strong presence in southern Mallorca for many years I am delighted with our recent expansion into the North.

“Our new office in Puerto Pollensa improves our local visibility, provides a greater level of service to our existing partner net-

work and enables our clients to come and speak to us in person.

“Whilst banks in the UK are closing branches it is reassuring to see that Currencies Direct are able to open new offices where we can deliver the personal touch that is so often missing in businesses today.”

Currencies Direct also has offices the UK, Portugal, South Africa, China, India and the US and employs over 500 currency experts.

If you need to move money to or from Spain and want to find out more about how Currencies Direct could help, give them a call on +34 871 510 277 or email mallorca@currenciesdirect.com

Liberty Seguros: “Our house, our refuge, our castle, our home” Not everyone knows that taking out a home policy is not mandatory except when the house is mortgaged. That is the only situation that requires a person to have a policy that protects their home in Spain. However, it is worth saying that, although it is not mandatory, it is advisable and necessary to be prepared for any eventuality. Our home is our most precious asset and if we want to avoid surprises and unforeseen events, it is important to get an insurance that gives us the peace of mind knowing that whatever happens in our home there will be someone who is responsible for solving it.

The first thing you should know is that you do not have to contract your home insurance with the entity that is granting you the mortgage but you can compare prices in the market and hire the product that provides the coverage that best suits your needs.

Until a couple of years ago, banking entities could condition their mortgage lending with an "obligation" to contract some linked products, such as the Home insurance. But now, with the approval by the European Parliament of the Mortgage Credit Directive, banks are prohibited by law from linking a mortgage to the purchase of insurance. Your insurance company might include a clause in your policy registering your lending bank as mortgage beneficiary, to cope with the request of the bank.

Then, the key question is, what is the best insurance for my house? In this article we give you the keys so that you can make the best decision when taking out your home policy insurance.

The value of the Building There are two criteria to assess a home insurance policy: the building and Contents. The ‘Building’ section of your policy refers to the costs of rebuilding your home, not to the market value or the cadastral value. However, it is of key importance to declare the whole size of the property, according to the cadastral property details.

The value of the Contents The ‘Contents’ section of your policy refers to economic valuation of all the household goods: furniture, including kitchen furniture, electronic devices, mu-

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d’Eivissa), traditional music and dancing with several groups performing from the island in Figueretas and Ibiza Town. On Saturday October 13, at 6.00 pm in the Plaça Julià Verdera in Figueretas (by the beach) ‘Chappaquiddick’ 6.30pm, English with Spanish subtittles

 Mambo Closing Party,

Sunset Strip, San Antonio, from 6pm

 Fiesta Cala de Bou  8pm—Dance show from Estudio64

with Adrian Pineda

 10pm—Concert

Special features Besides worrying about the Building and the Contents, there are other very interesting and useful covers to consider that not all insurance companies offer. Liberty Seguros is offering among others the following great covers:  Up to 1000€ compensation for the additional water consumption costs due to water leakage when you take out their premium home policy.  An unrivalled DIY Service, to avoid the hassle of assembling packed furniture, fitting curtain poles, hanging pictures, etc.  Damage to your garden furniture, even it has been damaged by adverse weather conditions.  Your goods will be insured on a "value as new basis".  Legal defence, claims for damages and IT assistance service.  Home assistance, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with just a simple and FREE telephone call on 900 243 657, in English or German.  A return ticket to your home in Spain if you are abroad in your home country should an unforeseen claim happen.

Apart from all these advantages, Liberty Seguros has an extensive network of over 300 brokers and agents that are dedicated to providing unbiased, friendly and expert advice, because every home is different and such an important decision deserves a face to face chat with a professional insurance advisor, in your own language, to discuss the most suitable cover for your home in the sun.

With insurance, not only for home, but also car, life, pet, business, commercial, leisure, public liability and personal injury, Liberty Seguros is considered by far, the expat’s number one choice in Spain today.

To find out more visit www.libertyexpatriates.es or simply call 91 342 25 49.

Casa de Cantàbria de València

 Markets: Las Dalias Hippy

Market, Mercat de Forada, local & ecological market, San Jordi Flea Market, San Jose Artisan Market, Art I Mercat artisan market & music

 Dramatised Tours of the

 Cinema Santa Eulalia

 9pm—Flamenco

sical instruments, jewelry or other objects of special value. Check that the imputed valued of the content can cover the value of all those things. Although in many cases the sentimental value is higher than the economic one, the best advice is to add all the important items in the content to secure them.

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by the Banda de Música de la

D’alt Vila – Saturdays 7pm Every Saturday take a tour with audio guide round the Dalt Vila. Under 7s free, 716yrs 5€, adults 10€. Discounts for pensioners, families. A deposit of 30€ is required for audio guide lease. To book call 971399232 or email informacioturistica@eivissa.es

 Formetera Watch Tower

Visits, Formentera, 10am1pm, free entry This recently renovated

watch tower is open to visitors, take your camera as it has spectacular views, every Saturday

Sun 14  English Speaking Church of Ibiza & Formentera Sunday Service—details at www.ibizachurch.org

 Pujada sa Cala (Uphill

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News SOS Refugiados  Please note that this text was received very close to publication deadline. It is published as supplied by the Association Ibiza Conciencia, without proofing or amendment.

Association Ibiza Conciencia The Association Ibiza Conciencia, via the initiatives SOS Refugiados Ibiza and SOS Yoga Ibiza hereby announces the launch of a new campaign to collect and send humanitarian material to Athens, where once again it will help cover the most basic needs of thousands of people, many of whom are minors and even orphans, who have fled the war in Syria and in other countries of the region, losing everything on the way,

3 Week Campaign The collection campaign starts on October 1st and will last for 3 weeks, allowing us to classify all the material and prepare the shipment for the 1st of November.

As in the previous campaigns, it will be sent in pallets from the island to the mainland (Valencia or Barcelona) where it will be added to other pallets collected by volunteer groups like ours from all over Spain, to fill a container for shipment to Greece.

This all entails costs, which is why, in addition to goods, we are also requesting financial donations.. The shipping of our last dispatch of 17 pallets in June, cost € 1020.

Required The detailed list of goods needed will be published shortly. They are basically food, medicines and baby items.

We shall also list the drop off points around the island, both the "friendly shops" (comercios amigos) from previous campaigns and those that are joining in for the first time.

Please note that medicines and baby ítems only can be dropped off in all hospitals and health centers, while all the goods, including food, can be left at the other drop off points.(comercios amigos).

In addition, we are requesting large companies and administrations to contribute however they can, both with donations and logistics mainly spaces to store and classify, as well as assistance in trnsportation of goods thoughout the campaign

Schools Once again,the education sector is on board and we intend to involve as many schools, institutes and learning centres as possible so they can organise their own collections among students, teachers and their families.

We hope to expand the success we have had in schools during previous campaigns. We consider it to be paramount to involve children in the project, above all because by empathizing with the situation of the most disadvantaged they gain awareness and can act accordingly.

This double objective has always motivated our actions : getting help to needy elsewhere while stirring consciousness and awareness here. .

Formentera Finally, we take this opportunity to call on the population, the local administrations and the businesses in Formentera to join in by launching their own collections.

We will make sure the goods get to Ibiza where we will then sort, classify and prepare them for shipment Thank you very much for your attention and collaboration acting together a better world is possible.

An open letter from HMA Simon Manley to British citizens living in Spain As many of you are no doubt aware, this autumn will be an important period in the ongoing Brexit negotiations, leading up to the European Council meeting on 18 October. Ahead of that, you might have seen that the Government has published a series of technical notices on a range of areas, to help businesses and citizens prepare in the unlikely event of a no deal Brexit.

Firstly, let me reassure you though that the Government does not want, nor does it expect, a no deal outcome in the negotiations. As a result of the significant progress made in negotiations, I remain confident that the UK will agree a positive and ambitious deal with the EU - an outcome that is in the interests of both the UK and the EU, and in the interest of both British and EU citizens.

And of course, we continue to discuss the implementation of the deal agreed last December on the rights of UK citizens currently living in the EU and EU citizens living in the UK with the Spanish authorities. But as a responsible government, we must prepare for all eventualities, however unlikely. Hence these technical notices on driving licences, and travelling between the UK and the EU,

amongst other subjects.

I appreciate that this is a period of uncertainty and many of you have questions and want more advice for UK nationals living in Spain. We want to help you prepare for all scenarios and further relevant information will continue to be made available on gov.uk over the coming weeks.

And both the Embassy and Consulates will continue with the outreach events that we have planned throughout Spain, with some 20 such events planned between now and the end of the year, and ensure that your questions and concerns are shared with the relevant UK government departments.

In the meantime, please ensure you are correctly registered here in Spain, and stay up to date with the latest news, by signing up for email alerts and visiting the Living in Spain guide on gov.uk, and continue to follow our “Brits in Spain” social media channels, including on facebook. Both I and our UK in Spain consular teams will continue to share with you what we know, when we know it, to provide you with as much clarity as possible.  This letter was received 14th September. This is the first opportunity we have had to publish it.

Callum Marriott was Treated in Medical Tent Before Falling to his Death An inquest in the UK has heard details of Callum Marriott ‘s final hours before falling to his death from a San Antonio balcony.

Testimony given by friends who were on holiday with Callum says that he was treated at a medical tent during a night out at a bar hosting a live music event.

Statements given to the police said Mr Marriott returned to his San Antonio apartment alone, around five hours after being treated.

Reporting on the inquest the BBC said “he had appeared to feel better and drank some alcohol as well as water before leaving to go home.

“Mr Marriott, from Clipstone, near Mansfield, was then believed to have fallen over a waist-high balcony wall, the inquest was told.”

There was no mention of the view made by police at the

time of the fall in August 2017, that he was trying to gain entry to his apartment by climbing across a balcony ledge as he had forgotten his key.

The Coroner in Nottingham went to efforts to relieve his fellow travellers of any responsibility. “He was not left on his own to find his way around the medical tent.

“He continued to socialise with them after that event, leaving them to feel confident he was well again.”

“This is the tragic loss of the life of a young man who was clearly happy, who was in employment.

“He had good friends and his loss, it is clear to me from this courtroom, is immeasurable.”

The Coroner said there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. A narrative verdict was entered that Callum Marriott had died of traumatic injuries after a fall.

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News

New Ryanair Route Shannon to Ibiza Flights from April 2019 Ryanair has announced details of a new twice weekly route commencing Shannon to Ibiza flights from April 2019.

Ryanair’s Summer schedule for 2019 starts in early April and runs through to the end of October.

In total there will be 22,000 seats available on the route.

Ryanair’s Robin Kiely said, “Ryanair is pleased to announce a new Shannon route to Ibiza, commencing in April 2019, which will operate twice-weekly as part of our Summer 2019 schedule,” Reporting on the announcement, local newspaper the Limerick Leader quoted Andrew Murphy, Managing Director or Shannon Airport. Mr Murphy said, “2018 has been our best year in over a decade at Shannon but from planning perspective we have very much moved onto 2019 and this is a really good boost for the airport.

“It comes off the back of Ryanair going year-round from next month on its Alicante service and the introduction of its Barcelona-Reus service this summer. Ibiza is a hugely popular destination for holiday makers and will mean that next year we will have eight services to Spanish sun holiday destinations,” he added.

Shannon Group CEO Matthew Thomas said, “We want to make it easy for holiday makers in our region to travel to sun destinations from their airport, and not have to make long journeys to get their flights abroad for summer and winter breaks.

“We’ve spent the last few years working very hard on building capacity back up and Ibiza is another service that was very much on our wish list and we are delighted now it on our summer schedule for 2019. Ryanair is a major airline partner at Shannon and we look forward to working closely the airline to make this new and welcome service a success.”-( groups performing from the island in Figueretas and Ibiza Town. On Sunday October 14, at 2.00 pm in the Vara de Rey in Ibiza town

 Fiestas Cala de bou  12:30—Mass

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 The XVIII Folklore Exhibi-

tion of the city of Ibiza (Mostra Folklòrica Ciutat d’Eivissa), traditional music and dancing with several

(Missa Rociera) by the Choir of Nuestra Señora de la Esperanza. Followed by Folk dances from the Grup Folklòric de Sant Jordi

 8:30pm—Salsation

with Silvina Guerrero and her students

 9pm—Live

music “Pasados de Vuelta”

British Tourists Warned, Flying Drunk Could Cost Them £80,000 British tourists warned that flying drunk could cost them £80,000. Warnings of harsh penalties for disruptive inflight behaviour have been issued as part of a campaign to reduce the number of problems experienced on flights between the UK and Spain.

AESA (the Spanish State Agency for Air Safety) and British airports have joined forces in launching a prevention and awareness campaign. Their aim is to “make passengers take into account the sanctions they will face if they behave badly”.

The departure country regulates the amount and type of the fine. For flights leaving Spain the maximum for bad behaviour is 5,000€. However, if the plane diverts as a result it is a whole new ball game. If causing a diversion the fine ranges between 10,000 and 90,000 euros.

For flights departing the UK, the range of penalty is between £5,000 and £80,000. But in the UK proceedings come with the added possibility of up to 5 years in prison.

AESA Sanctions 2017 Nationality

Number

Total

326

British

196

Spanish

53

Germany

19

Ireland

15

France

11

“Is it ‘cos I’m British?”

Poland

9

You may ask, ‘Why are they just picking on the British?’

Well according to figures from AESA for flights from Ibiza last year, you’d be right. In 2017 there were two fines issued for disruptive behaviour on flights out of Ibiza, one Spanish national and one Foreigner.

But it does seem as if the majority of problems caused by excess are on the way to Ibiza. Perhaps people are leaving the island too ruined to cause any more trouble, because the national figures make for shameful reading.

In 2017 AESA issued sanctions against 326 passengers on flights leaving Spain. Of that 326, well over half, 196 were British.

Belgium & Romania

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 10:30pm—

MEDINA AZAHARA in Concert.

Andalusian rock!!!

 Cinema Santa Eulalia

‘Chappaquiddick’ 6.30pm, English with Spanish subtittles

 Concert ‘Lou Marini & Red House’, Las Dalias, 15€ in advance, 20€ on the door.

See the former Blues Brother Sax Player live

 Funky Monkey, Guarana,

Santa Eulalia, See Advert in At Night Section

 San Juan Market

Netherlands, Sweden and Switzerland Finland, Greece, Norway and Russia

Thu 18

 Las Dalias Night Market

 Cala Llonga Hippy Market

 Open Mic Session hosted

by Paddy Slater, Donnegans, San Antonio Bay, from 10pm

Wed 17  Punta Arabi Hippy Market with live music from La Locanda at 2pm

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The 326 people received fines totalling 221,325 euros.

The fines were for many reasons including lighting a cigarette and aggression. However, according to AESA sources the biggest problem is drunkenness, and the biggest culprits are the British.

Mon 15 Tue 16

2

with live music from Just Dennis

Fri 19  Ibiza International Music

Video Festival 2018. Full programme and more info: Facebook - Ibiza International Music Video Festival https://bit.ly/1o04EcS

Sat 20  Octubre Fest, San Rafel,

from 9pm—programme information has not yet been released

 Markets: Las Dalias Hippy

Market, Mercat de Forada, local & ecological market, San Jordi Flea Market, San Jose Artisan Market, Art I Mercat artisan market & music

 Dramatised Tours of the

D’alt Vila – Saturdays 7pm Every Saturday take a tour with audio guide round the Dalt Vila. Under 7s free, 716yrs 5€, adults 10€. Discounts for pensioners, families. A deposit of 30€ is (Con nued on page 30)

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News Ibiza August 2018: Germans Down, Italians Down, Spanish Down, British Up Hot off the press! The Balearic Statistics Institute have today issued the key Fitur* tourism statistics for Ibiza August 2018 today.

They show the big picture for a month many will expect to tell a tale of doom and gloom following a widely perceived bad year for the Balearics.

The numbers are down, showing a 3.7% drop overall compared to Au-

gust 2017.

But they would have been a whole lot worse without the British market.

In Plane Numbers In August 2018, the British brought an additional 78 aeroplanes full of tourists compared to 2017.

The Germans brought 85 aeroplanes less**.

Whilst the overall numbers are down, 3.7% for

Sun 21  English Speaking Church of Ibiza & Formentera Sunday Service—details at www.ibizachurch.org

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required for audio guide lease. To book call 971399232 or email informacioturistica@eivissa.es

 Formetera Watch Tower

Visits, Formentera, 10am1pm, free entry This recently renovated watch tower is open to visitors, take your camera as it has spectacular views, every Saturday

Rafael, from 7:30pm with traditional dancing and music with several groups performing

Tue 23  Wordslam—performed

poetry, Tuesdays, outside of the San Miguel Church, 57pm, free

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the Island as a whole, British business bucked the trend with an increase of 9.6%.

In fact, the British increase alone represents around half of the total German or French visitors.

Ibiza August 2018 The British numbered 176,000 in August 2018, more than 50,000 higher

 Day of San Rafael  12.00 - Mass &

procession. Followed by Folk dances by Sa Colla de Sant Rafel.

"Bunyols" (ibizenco "donuts") and wine to celebrate.

 17.30 to 19.30 - "Tal com érem abans: emigrants" Photography exhibition in Can Portmany

 20.00

- Theatre play:"Sa carai de Caputxeta" (The bloody little red riding hood) by the Grup de Teatre es Cubells.

 21.00

- Festes de Sant Rafel Award Ceremony, in the tent.

 21.30 - Live music

than the Spanish who dropped back 1.9%.

Perhaps the biggest surprise is the 15% drop in the Italian market. Areas of Ibiza consider their August as the Italian takeover month as Italian visitors flock to the island during Italy’s traditional shut down weeks.

Ibiza tourist board’s relief at having turned back the alarming slump in German business may have been premature. The Germans

dropped by a whopping 29.5%.

The French market did go up by 19%, but with numbers so low their increase w a s

as much use as the Maginot line***.

In a Freaky Friday British/

 Punta Arabi Hippy Market with live music

Fri 26  Fiesta of Salt (Fira de la Sal) in the Ses Salines Natural Park. See article for details

Sat 27  Fiesta of Salt (Fira de la

Sal) in the Ses Salines Natural Park. See article for details

 Markets: Las Dalias Hippy Market, Mercat de Forada, local & ecological market, San Jordi Flea Market, San Jose Artisan

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News German Swap?

Though the Consell have gone to great lengths to redress the German decline, there are some quarters of Ibiza where the Brits are out of favour.

Well here’s a little number spin, just for fun of course.

If the British and German markets’ change were

swapped, so the Germans had increased by 9.2% and the British had decreased by 29.5%, Ibiza would not be looking at a 3.7% reduction, but a 13.5% drop in its August tourism.

That would equate to a loss of 62,000 tourists, or 329 aeroplanes, numbers that would certainly have

alarm bells ringing.

Notes *The Fitur statistics are key metrics used by the Tourism industry. Their main failing is in counting the number of tourists, not the amount of stay or spend. **Based on Boeing 737800s with 189 seat capac-

Graph Shows % Change August 2018 Vs August 2017

ity, the standard on Ryanair and many other short haul airlines. ***Not the best analogy, but there is an editorial rule that says you can never write an article referring to the British, Germans and French without referencing the war.

Probably.

H

Internet Not so long ago, Ibiza had universally poor internet service, which in some areas offered little more than dial up modem connection speeds.

Things are changing, and those parts of the Island covered by Fibre Optic enjoy

300mb speeds that exceed those back in Blighty—but there are still many areas of Ibiza that have very patchy service at best.

Satellite and 4g internet reaches the parts fixed connections cannot, and though other services are available, that offered by Fusion has the added advantage of operating through a UK VPN, giving access to all UK location reliant services without any additional software or connection gizmos.

People

% Change

Total

607,937

-3.7

U.K.

176,820

9.2

Spain

123,919

-1.9

Italy

98,386

-15.2

Germany

38,416

-29.5

France

35,927

19.3

Rest of World

76,817

-8.0

Hol, Bel, Lux

54,328

1.2

Graph Shows Total Number Of Tourists Ibiza August 2018

TELEVISION, SATELLITE & INTERNET SERVICES owever much we may aspire to ‘live the dream’ under the Mediterranean sun, there are a few things from our native land that are commonly missed among the British & Irish community in Ibiza.

Ibiza Tourism (FITUR)

Television Our refusal to give up sports & soaps has meant UK Satellite TV has been available in Spain for many years, however all of Satellite Solutions, A.H. Satellite and Fusion, also offer a range of alternatives including IPTV running through your internet connection, and multi channel boxes that take your TV beyond our native shores to global services with the sports fan’s reassurance of ‘if it’s on, you can get it’.

Agenda

Fiesta of Salt

Ibiza Spirit Festival

II Femme Festival Ibiza

(Fira de la Sal)

 Santa Eulalia, 7th October  Claire B

 Ibiza Town, 15th—21st October  Claire B

 Ses Salines Natural Park , 26th - 27th October  Claire B In the third edition of the Fira de la Sal, activities for all audiences have been planned, such as children’s workshops, virtual fireworks, exhibitions, a round table on the history of the salt flats and its industry, excursions and guided tours in the Natural Park.

You can learn how the old salineros (salt workers) worked and harvested the salt, one of Ibiza’s most important exports.

In Sant Jordi there will be programmed activities such as gastronomic tastings, exhibitions, ball pagès, celebration of the salpassa, and an artisanal and ecological market.

The program of events will close on Sunday afternoon with a concert by Lina Tur in the gallery La Nave Salines. http://www.santjosep.org/agenda/iii-fira-de-la-sal

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Market, Art I Mercat artisan market & music

 Dramatised Tours of the

D’alt Vila – Saturdays 7pm Every Saturday take a tour with audio guide round the Dalt Vila. Under 7s free, 7-16yrs 5€, adults 10€. Discounts for pensioners, families. A deposit of 30€ is required for audio guide lease. To book call 971399232 or email informacioturistica@eivis

sa.es

 Formetera Watch Tower

Visits, Formentera, 10am1pm, free entryThis recently renovated watch tower is open to visitors, take your camera as it has spectacular views, every Saturday

 Gastronomic Squid Fair in Sant Carlos, from 12 noon—don’t be late as it gets busy!

Sun 28

Ecstatic dance, tantra, yoga, workshops and meditations, alternative therapies, live music, singing circles, delicious food, artisan market, the magical children's garden and special surprises.

Dance party with DJ Kareem Raihani at sunset. From 11.00am.

A €10 entrance donation includes all activities except for therapists and readers who ask for an additional small donation.

All proceeds go to APNEEF to support their work with children with special needs. More info: www.ibiza-spirit.com Facebook: https://bit.ly/1sNfY1M

 English Speaking Church of Ibiza & Formentera Sunday Service—details at www.ibizachurch.org

 Fiesta of Salt (Fira de la Sal) in the Ses Salines Natural Park.

 Ibiza Food Factory @

Sluiz. Enjoy food from a selection of the island’s restaurants and their delicious food from stalls in the gardens of Sluiz.

With more than 20 restaurants in one place, live music and entertainment for children. More information on Facebook – Ibiza Food Factory.

Fri 26 to Sun 28  Amorevore Food & Arts

Festival, Casa Maca, Ibiza, Amorevore is a new Food & Arts festival taking place 26-28th October that aims to put Ibiza on the map as a global sustainable food destination through a diverse cultural programme of talks, workshops, markets, music, art, film, food and drink. for full details, visit their website https:// bit.ly/2GxF5hQ

The second feminist ‘Femme Festival’ will run from October 15-21 in Ibiza Town. The programme has not been announced yet, but on the agenda will include conferences, workshops, documentaries, cinema, flamenco, art, live music, health, entrepreneurship and lots more.

Keep a look out on their Facebook page for updates.

Facebook - II Femme Festival Ibiza 2018

Political Correctness Gone Mad What is that rather odd bloke doing on the front page?

You may well ask, and things don’t improve in profile either do they.

Well here it is. The headline is Octoberbest, as in Oktoberfest.

My first thought was to add image of archetypal German blond with big jugs—of beer obviously.

But then I’d get lots of why is it always pretty girls thing, and perhaps rightly so.

I’ll do one for the ladies, I thought. With confused fingers I typed into Google, Sexy Man Lederhosen Octoberfest.

And this is the result. This is what Google says is that, so who am I to argue.

Enjoy girls!