Ibiza Gay Pride Until 15th June: Photo: Sergio G. CaĂąizares
Liberation & Subjugation Ibiza’s 2019 Gay Pride celebrations and events look to be bigger and better than ever. The Ibiza LGTB Association have planned a programme of events encompassing film, literary, theatre, performance art, cabaret, plenty of parties and the all important march for the rights of the LGTBIQ+ community on Saturday, June 15.
Ibiza Art Round up of current exhibitions from international luminary Tracey Emin, to local legend La Skimal. Page 24.
Liberation Ibiza is a very tolerant community in many respects including sexuality. It is wonderful that so many people will have the freedom to express their own sexuality and identity, and do so openly and positively in a way that was not available to previous generations, nor current
generations elsewhere in the world. Even in progressively tolerant societies, some expressions of identity may receive negative or judgemental responses. In this respect Gay Pride events are so important in creating a collective support, so that nobody need feel isolated or excluded. (Con nued on page 7)
Meet the Dentists
Ibiza Taxi App
Vara de Rey 22 is both the name and the place for Dentistry and Facial Aesthetics. We meet Dr James Hall and Dr Johanna Metz on Page 2
Possibly the most amazing thing we have ever published? Find out if you are as gobsmacked as we were. Page 6
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Vara de Rey 22 We are pleased to introduce Vara de Rey 22, Dentist, Prosthodontist & Facial Aesthetics Practitioners. Headed by New Zealand couple Dr James Hall and Dr Johanna Metz, Vara de Rey 22 offer the welcome reassurance of native English consultations.
Situated on the elegant Vara de Rey in the heart of Ibiza town, Vara de Rey 22 provides specialist dental treatments, facial aesthetics, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery procedures, and selfempowerment counselling to improve the functioning of mind and body.
specialist dental care and/or anti-aging treatments, or if you are a patient with unique circumstances – you have found the right place.
Offering a variety of healthcare treatments in their state-of-the-art clinic, the Vara de Rey way is to take time to get to know their clients, their concerns and goals, through in depth consultations with the purpose of ensuring confidence with the treatment choice and procedure. Reinforcing this customer first focus, extensive aftercare comes as standard, the best interests of clients always at heart.
Dr James Hall
Vara de Rey 22 specialise in the more difficult procedures, often referred by other practitioners. If you are in Ibiza and need
Meet the Team James Hall, Prosthodontist Dentist has been practicing dentistry for over 30 years in private practice. For the last 14 years he has been a Specialist in Prosthodontics, working in London, Belfast and Ibiza.
“O
ur commitment is to quality care for patients, using the best products available endorsed by European regulations and the FDA. As practitioners, we committed ourselves to learning the best from the best, combined with postgraduate education and further learning in our respective fields. This means that you will receive the best treatment options available in the world.” Dr Johanna Metz
His speciality is having advanced knowledge about treating difficult teeth, full dentures, implant teeth and how to design and implement treatments to get the best possible results for his patients with the budgets they have for the situations they have in their mouths.
Dr Johanna Metz
“W
hen it comes to the health of your teeth and quality of your smile, it’s essential to have confidence that your dentist is as qualified and as experienced as possible. You can rest assured that you will be offered the best possible options for appearance and longevity, using biocompatible materials.” Dr James Hall
Facial Aesthetics
Contacts
Range of Services
1st Floor, 22 Vara De Rey, Ibiza, 07800 Clinic: +34 971 967 060
Frown lines, Forehead lines, Crows feet, Bunny lines, Excessive sweating (hyperhydrosis), Dimpled chin, Marionette (puppet) lines, Silhouette Soft Thread lift (with cones), PDO thread lifts, Ellansé (colagen stimulation), Volumisation, Runners face, Naso-labial folds, Lip volumisation and shaping, Tear trough volumisation, V lift, Brow lift, Mesotherapy with Vitamins, Mesotherapy with Hyaluronic acid and Biostimulators, Aquashine
http://varaderey22.com/ https://www.facebook.com/varaderey22 varaderey22@icloud.com
Dr Johanna Metz began working in facial aesthetics in 2008, working for a UK nationwide cosmetic medical company in Belfast and Dublin, as well as her own practice in Belfast. She completed her training with the renowned Aesthetox Academy in 2008, and is a certified Botox and Facial fillers practitioner in the UK. She has extensive training from global experts Dr. David Evans, Dr Kate Goldie, The HealthXchange Academy, to name a few.
Dr Lorena Garcia Cubas Dr Lorena Garcia Cubas has worked in private practice for many years, particularly for Plastic Surgery Consultants in Barcelona and in the UK. Her high standards and exceptional experience has meant she is a leader in her field.
Dentistry Range of Services Implants, Full Dentures, Crowns, Bridges Tooth coloured & metal free restorations, Partial dentures, Implant supported prostheses, Implant retained dentures, Hygiene appointment with Scale & Polish, Ultrasonic scaling & Periodontal Treatment, Air-flow (high pressure sodium bicarbonate), Implant & prosthesis cleaning, Teeth whitening, Children’s dentistry
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News
Former Salford Red Devils player cleared to return to the UK to continue treatment
Jansin Turgot To Return Home 3 weeks after falling from the multi storey car park at Ibiza airport, Jansin Turgot has been flown to the UK by air ambulance to continue his treatment in his hometown of Hull. The young rugby star suffered breaks in his hips, legs, arms and hands, fractures to his spine and every bone in his face broken. The trauma from the fall caused toxins to be released into his body and his kidneys had started to fail, the severity of his injuries meant that he was kept in a medically induced coma. A CT scan revealed no signs of brain damage, and his heart, liver and kidneys are functioning on their own. Upon his return to the UK Jansin will be admitted to the Intensive Care Unit at the Hull Royal Infirmary to continue his recovery.
Awake and Communicating His mother Carol Butler has been by his side since the accident and said “The latest is he is awake and trying to communicate… He has shown his sense of humour a couple of times. He has had no sedatives for 36 hours, so he is relaxed on his own”. Carole posted an update on Twitter stating a recent Saturday was a “happy day” as her son was breathing unaided, began a communication process, and even danced to the local radio. She said: “Throughout the day he was in and out of high temperatures, shaking, sweating, but it was still a good day. “At one point I asked if he wanted music on. He gave me this yes sign. Local radio was the best option on my phone I’m afraid. “The tune starts and he was lifting his shoulders in time to the music, a whole new version of bed dancing. He is so funny.” On Sunday 9th June Carole said: “Three weeks ago I made a promise to my boy that I would not leave this island without him no matter what. “Tomorrow son, I’m taking you home.”
squatters have been living in the cellars of this abandoned building project for several years
Squatters Out! Balearic Chief Prosecutor Tells Police to Get Tough The Balearics’ chief prosecutor, Bartomeu Barceló, has told Police to get tough in evicting Ibiza squatters, and that they need not wait for approval from the courts.
he said, urging Police and the Guardia Civil to “act with common purpose to guarantee the fundamental right to the inviolability of domicile of citizens, as well as the possession of real estate by their legitimate owners.”
Barceló has written to the National and Local Police, and the Guardia Civil, telling all three that hey (squatters) must face charges for the they should act ‘Motu Proprio’ in the crime of squatting, plus additional crimes recovery of property possession for owners. ‘Moto Proprio’ is the legal concept committed in that squatting, especially where action is taken without official where this involves intimidation or violence to gain orders being obtained. entry and crimes made resisting the legal attempts of
“T
Serious Crime
the police to regain possession”
The Balearics’ prosecutor said that in the eyes of the law squatting was considered a burglary, and it was equally serious whether those taking possession of a property were taking the land owner’s prime residence or an unoccupied building. He also stated that it must make no difference in the enforcement if the owner is a private individual or a legal entity (company).
Vulnerable People A concession was made for squatters who are considered ‘at risk of social exclusion’, the Spanish term for vulnerable groups. In that situation Barcelo said that Social Services must be informed of the action so that they can offer appropriate support. Aside from those at risk, the statement issued in a press release encouraged a very tough line by Police. “They (squatters) must face charges for the crime of squatting, plus additional crimes committed in that squatting, especially where this involves intimidation or violence to gain entry and crimes made resisting the legal attempts of the police to regain possession”
Editorial Comment There are many squatted buildings around Ibiza, including the building in our feature photo which has a large community living in the cellars of an abandoned building project. Another was brought into the public eye recently when a blaze tore through a large building in Ibiza Town, resulting in one fatality. Recent legislation introduced forces large multiproperty owners, such as banks, not to leave residential properties empty. However, this and other changes have done little to alleviate the severe shortage of affordable housing in Ibiza, which has among the highest prices in Spain. Despite this, if a snap social media poll is anything to go on (and it isn’t anything more than an indicator), the people of Ibiza are in support of the Prosecutor’s get tough stance. Of 423 reactions to the Diario de Ibiza’s report on the subject until the time of writing this report, 83 people expressed their reaction as ‘love’, and only 2 as ‘sad’.
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Stock image of fire truck in Ibiza
Lidl Ditches Plastic Biodegradable and bio compostable fruit and veg bags will be used throughout the Balearics, the first move of its kind among the big supermarket chains. Conventional plastic bags have been eliminated from LIDL supermarkets in the Balearics, the new bags are biodegradable and bio compostable with the “OK compost home” seal, guaranteeing biodegradability in domestic compost.
2 Million Euro Cost The new bags cost 4 times more than their ‘single use’ counterparts representing a cost to the company of over 2million euros per year. The ‘bio’ bags take up to a year to decompose whereas their single use counterparts can take up to 500 years to disintegrate. The removal of plastic bags within their stores and replacing the fruit and veg bags with an environmentally friendly one is part of a global LIDL strategy for the management and
sustainable use of plastics. Part of the strategy is to reduce plastic use by at least 20% before 2025 and guarantee their packaging as 100% recyclable. The supermarket chain is exceeding the commitments set by the employers of the sector, which focuses on reducing plastic by 21% in fresh products that are packed in stores by 2021.
Lidl Plastics Commitments
3 Fires In An Hour In Cala de Bou Firefighters were kept busy on Monday 10th when 3 fires were declared in Cala de Bou in under an hour. Emergency services were mobilised at 3.40am due to a fire in the wooded plot of land next to Burgess Street in Cala de Bou. Approximately half an hour later, the emergency services were again called to another fire, this time in a container in Cantabria Street. The final call came at 4.15am for a fire in Jaen Street, again in a container. All of the fires were quickly extinguished, and the material damage is minor, the Guardia Civil are now investigating the causes of these fires.
A global commitment to reduce use of all
plastics by 20% before 2025. In 2019 Lidl will eliminate all single-use plastic
items from its stores and is committed to ensuring that all plastic containers of proprietary products are 100% recyclable by 2025 Lidl has stopped the sale of plastic carrier bags totally at all of its 550 Spanish stores. In 2019 this will equate to 100 million fewer plastic bags being produced.
Hits Taxi Santa Eulalia Beach Has Motorcyclist The British rider was not wearing a helmet and driving dangerously through San Antonio Free WiFi Police officers from the Special Summer Night Team The Santa Eulalia Town Hall has launched a 15,000€ pilot project offering free internet access on the Santa Eulalia beach and the Paseo Maritime area. The system has been implemented on the main Santa Eulalia beach which is also highly regarded for being a smoke free beach. If this project is successful, then the plan is to implement it in other beaches in the municipality. Access is simple, users have to be within reach of the antennas (along the beach and promenade) and activate Wi-Fi. The network name is ‘Santa Eulària’ and clicking this starts the connection procedure. There are two types of connection available – one whereby you receive a message with an individual access code (you will need to request codes each time you use the internet) or access the service using your Facebook account (where you will have access for 24hrs then need to reactivate).
known as ENEV assisted a seriously injured motorcyclist on Friday morning. The man of British nationality was seriously injured when he collided with a taxi after driving ‘out of control’ on the Passeig de ses Fonts in San Antonio. The incident happened at around 5am when officers spotted a man driving a motorcycle without a helmet. He was weaving in between vehicles at high speed. so the officers followed the man. When the rider passed General Balanzat street he raised his legs and ‘balanced’ while continuing to overtake other vehicles. The rider continued for more than a kilometre, skipping the five crossings without stopping and even driving in the wrong direction. It was at the Carrer de l’Estrella and Carrer Vara de Rey intersection where the rider crashed into the side of the taxi. Police officers assisted the rider before he was taken to Can Misses where he was admitted.
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Food & Drink A
Ample 32
change of style in this week’s food & drink section. Instead of telling about the fantastic food we have eaten, we thought we’d share a heads up on some of the menus we can’t wait to try.
We knew Ample 32 had some great food. Hands up, that one we have tried. But we didn’t know about a whole host of new additions, nor the awesome view from their raised terrace. There are plenty of places to watch the sunset, but not so many where you can make it that bit extra special with some true fine dining. Also, I hope they won’t mind me saying this, not so expensive either. You look at the food, look at the setting, it feels it should cost more. We’re not complaining, doubt you will either.
Canalla by La Cantina Canalla has all the signs of becoming a landmark restaurant in Ibiza, and in more ways than just the food. Located in what was the infamous Koppas café at the foot of San Antonio’s West End, it’s repurposing as a new gastronomic gem is as clear a sign as you could ever receive that the town and its tourist offer is reinventing itself. But politics has no place on the Food & drink page, what we are much more excited about is the Canalla menu. Foodies will know that Peruvian Nikkei (Japanese) cuisine has a tradition going back centuries. Right now it is enjoying global spotlight—its fusion of Asian and American flavours in light and fresh forms tick all the boxes of what the modern metro diner wants for their dinner. But don’t think for a moment it is hype. So tasty, and I’m hooked on Pisco.
Relish Restaurant Another restaurant taking on global inspiration is Relish in Cala de Bou. Their winter was well spent planning an all new Tapas Menu with flavours from the four continents of Europe, America, Asia and Africa. The new Tapas selection sits alongside a good range of their long held customer favourites, but by the looks of these little numbers we predict hit after hit. The Relish menu was devised to include a full range of Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free and Dairy Free options—so good to see dietary needs being treated as a fundamental part of the menu. Perhaps the days of a pasta afterthought are numbered?
Ibosim Brewery All this wonderful food, but what would life be without beer. Good beer. Real beer. Ibosim brew some belters, but this one seems leftfield even for them. Got to try it.
Ibosim 21Jun 6pm, Ibosim Brewhouse, c/ Valencia 4, Port des Torrent Port d'es Torrent
Ibosim are presenting a new limited-edition beer, Snowden, Russian Imperial Stout. Ibosim Snowden is an exquisitely complex beer of very limited edition, a true sensory experience. With the combination of seven types of malt you get roasted notes, hints of liquorice, raisins and nuts, an intense body, velvety texture and a deep black colour. Its character is completed with the Japanese hops Sorachi Ace and with a subsequent maturation with French oak shavings cured in white rum distilled by their friends from Bows Distillerie. As if not enough, they wanted to gild the lily and make three amazing variations on this basis playing with different additional ingredients. Enjoy it without hurry. As always Manolo Pizza Chef will be serving his delicious artisanal pizzas to accompany the beer.
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Ibiza Taxi App Dazed & Confused With all that said of the Ibiza Taxi service, I was amazed to see this technology available. I would have expected any mention of anything that could be construed as ‘change’ resulting in years of strikes, protests, threats, and the revolting sight of politicians pandering to them in a way no other special interest group can expect.
Ibiza Taxi App That’s enough on why I am bamboozled, onto the app itself.
Installation & Use
Probably The Most Incredible Thing We’ve Written About In Ibiza, Ever! Nick Gibbs Ibiza Taxis have released a booking app. The app is pretty cool and does things that will seem a little like witchcraft to people who have not used similar software elsewhere in the world. But it isn’t the app itself that makes it a contender for the most incredible thing we’ve ever published. It is the people behind the app, Ibiza Taxis. Regular readers will know I have given Ibiza’s taxi drivers some considerable stick over the years, and I stand by it being fair and justified.
‘Special Case’ The key point for me has always been that the Taxi drivers consider themselves a special case above all others. They have consistently refused any change to their working practices through technology or other means. Coincidentally our archive edition feature on page 21 this issue has a story 10 years ago this week about the ill fated GPS radio system.
The taxis consider all competition a threat to their trade and that they are entitled to stop that competition regardless of its merits or need, solely on the grounds of it threatening to impact their own earnings. When the idea of a night bus service from Ibiza’s clubs was first raised, the Taxi drivers protested by an Ibiza Town sit in, bringing the town centre to a standstill. In the same way they have constantly refused to even discuss ways to alleviate the acute shortage of taxis in high season. They protest against illegal taxis but will not discuss allowing more legal licences to be issued. And they are a law unto themselves on the roads. They drive at insane speeds with apparent impunity, and if you dare to delay them you will have flashing headlights inches from your rear bumper. Stories of poor taxi service received by the Ibizan are second only to street sellers. Most of those complaints involve dangerous driving or abrupt termination of a journey. All in all, I am not the Taxi Drivers’ biggest fan, and I am not alone in that view.
Installing it from the Play Store for Android (I couldn’t see any sign of it available for IOS), you are asked for the obvious permissions including location service. You are then literally ready to hail a cab within seconds. Having identified your location, the app tells you how long a taxi will take to reach you, and if they are close enough you will even see green ‘free’ taxis on your screen. Quite a lot of them at this time of year.
Additional Functions The app includes options to send your taxi driver a message with additional instructions, which to my cynical mind seems hugely over ambitious, and to apply coupon codes. Rather more usefully you can enter a destination address to get a fare quote at the outset. I see that function being used by people to get a starting price quote with which they will then barter with the so called ‘worker taxis’. If worker taxis continue to exist at all that is, as with the app removing the need for people to reach out to the illegals for the reasons of communication, it remains to be seen whether availability issues or lower pricing will be enough to make it a worthwhile illegal Ibiza job choice for the what’s app wagons.
Users The play store gives a vague idea on use, stating ‘over 1,000 downloads’ which could take it anywhere from 1,001 to 9,999. Its admittedly limited reviews to date are good, with an overall score of 4.3 Both of the negative comments received so far are from Brits, saying they don’t turn up, though our experience of the app so far is that they do. More importantly in review terms than my limited use, it is given a hearty 5 star rating from my local bar who are called upon to hail tourist taxis several times a night. The good people at BN3 are no doubt enjoying the break from having to endlessly explain the vague possibilities of whether a cab would arrive to now being able to show the holidaymaker how long it would be, what car it is etc. Amazing, I am writing an article about Ibiza Taxis and it feels that the word ‘efficient’ would not be out of place.
High Season
You can be up and running in seconds, and see free Taxis relative to your location
Add your destination for a quote. Book for a later time and date if you don’t need a Taxi right away.
Even add notes for your driver, such as ‘please slow down’ or ‘you’re going to kill us all’.
There is one caveat that must be applied to such unabated adoration. Working well in May and June does not mean it necessarily will in July and August. To get a cab at this time of year has never been so difficult. Whether or not the system will be able to cope when demand outstrips supply we must wait and see. Any such system must face challenges and problems. The question is whether the drivers will support it through its tribulations. I hope so, as on all evidence to date, it is brilliant. Credit where it is due, well done Ibiza Taxis. Did I just say that?
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Agenda
Ibiza Gay Pride 2019 Various locations, Ibiza, 11-15 June Claire B From June 11 to 15 Ibiza Gay Pride takes place on the island, with a 4-day programme featuring activities for all ages, from films, a book reading, theatre, drag shows and performers, parties and the march for the rights of the LGTBIQ+ community on Saturday, June 15. With the Ibiza LGTB Association behind the event, the motto for this year is ‘love is a human right and diversity a reality’. Gay Pride is still an important worldwide event, and even though Ibiza is a very tolerant and open-minded place, the experiences for many people around the world are still very different. As well as the main programme of activities there are also a number of club parties, plus each night in the bars on Calle Alfonso XII and Calle de la Virgen there will be DJs, drag queens and much more. The march is still a very important part of Gay Pride around the world, giving visibility on the streets and promoting equality for the LGTBIQ+ community. Taking place on Saturday June 15 it begins at 7pm from the Fishermen’s Guild in the Port of Ibiza, reaching the Avenida de los Andenes, in the Marina. Everyone in Ibiza is encouraged to participate in the march, which will be a colourful, loud and fun procession, based on previous years’ experience. After the march, the manifesto will be read by Topacio Fresh followed by a party for diversity, tolerance and respect, directed by Sandra Love with performances from Nalaya and Selena, plus other DJs and performers.
Saturday 15 7pm – The Great March for LGTBIQ+ Rights,
departing from the Fishermans Association on Avenida de Santa Eulària to Avenida de los Andenes in the Port of Ibiza
Here we have the remaining schedule for you:
8.30pm - Opening of the LGTBIQ+ Visibility Scene with
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9.30pm – 2019 Manifesto read by transsexual Topacio
8pm – Presentation of the book ‘Tiempo de Tormentas’ by Boris Izaguirre, who will be attending, Casa Sa Colomina (Casa de Igualdad), Calle de Sant Cristofol, Ibiza 9.30pm – Theatre - ‘The Night of the Dispossessed’ by the Es Devessai company, a comedy of entanglement where LGBTI characters will strip their soul, Teatro Can Ventosa, Calle de Felip II 33, Ibiza From 9pm there will be activities in the streets Calle de la Virgin and Calle Alfonso XII
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live DJ’s
Fresh, members of the Ibiza LGTB Association and institutional figures will participate 10pm/11.45pm – Great party for diversity, tolerance and respect. Performances from the great diva Nalaya, Selena and many more surprises, presented and hosted by Sandra Love, Port of Ibiza, Avenida de los Andenes, Ibiza 12Midnight – The Main Party Ibiza Gay Pride with DJ’s Gloria Viagra (Berlin), Alex Hinohouse and vocals from Sandra Love, Club B12 Gallery, Calle Antoni Planells Ferrer 1, Polígono Industrial Gesa, Ibiza
7pm/11.45pm – Opening of the LGTBIQ+
Visibility Scene with a drag show, singers, DJ’s and much more, presented and hosted by the great Sandra Love From 7pm-11pm – Grand exhibition of the participating cars in the Gumball 3000 rally which started in Mykonos and ends in Ibiza! Port of Ibiza, Avenida de los Andenes, Ibiza 9.30pm – Theatre - ‘The Night of the Dispossessed’ by the Es Devessai company, a comedy of entanglement where LGBTI characters will strip their soul, Teatro Can Ventosa, Calle de Felip II 33, Ibiza 12Midnight – Animal Park, the one and only gay men’s party in Ibiza, Disco Lola’s, Calle Alfonso XII 10, Ibiza From 9pm— activities in streets Calle de la Virgin , Calle Alfonso XII
Liberation & Subjugation (Continued from page 1) Subjugation Among the joy and celebration of sexual liberation this week, we must not forget that Ibiza is home to a group of visible but invisible people for whom choice, freedom of expression, and even notions of identity, are concepts beyond their comprehension. Reports this week of an Ibiza Tripadvisor for Prostitutes, where women are rated for their paid sexual performance, show that our society is not as advanced as we would sometimes like to think. Such an appalling concept. Ibiza’s sex workers are all around us, visible but invisible. Some small number may have choice, but the vast majority are subjugated and exploited by evil men who prey upon weakness or social need, or simply enslave. Quite recently we reported on a police operation which found 5 Chinese women held as slaves and forced into prostitution in an Ibiza Town apartment. Slaves, living
among us, as neighbours. Though police action is sometimes taken, I would guesstimate one significant action a year, it seems that the vast majority of prostitution is allowed to continue with tacit acceptance. Take a walk around Marina Botafoch any night and you will see so many stunning young girls offering sex. Whatever their individual stories, it is doubtful any set off on their journey expecting to be where they find themselves now. Which of us could accept a scenario where passers by, ‘normal people’, walked past our own daughter forced into prostitution and did nothing to help? Gay Pride is a wonderful and positive event in Ibiza’s social calendar, but as shown by this tawdry little website this week, we must not forget that whilst we can
‘Escortadvisor’ encourages those using sex workers to rate the sexual services received. Women can be filtered by their rating and services. celebrate liberation for some, we are also home to subjugation for others.
Nick Gibbs, Editor editor@theibizan.com
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13th-19th June 2019 ARIES - The Chariot
Aries this card is all about movement with the sun moving into Gemini, balancing your personal and work life will keep your energies high and your home fires burning. All work and no play you know what they say, connect with your friends have fun, weekend breaks away doing what makes you feel good, will recharge your batteries in no time.
TAURUS - Nine of Pentacles
Viva Cala Llonga In conjunction with the Vecinos of the village, with sponsorship of Amante Beach Club, have arranged an exciting programme for 2019 to stage events and entertainment to enhance the holiday experience of our visitors and the island residents.
Hippy Market The weekly Thursday evening Hippie Market, with live entertainment has already started, from 6pm every week. A wide range of hand crafted items are on sale all at very reasonable prices.
Open Air Cinema
Boats Ibiza A boat charter with Boats Ibiza is guaranteed to give holiday memories that will last a lifetime. Established in 2005, they have been awarded the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 4 years running since 2014. Catering from couples to groups of 150+, they offer boats for all budgets, and a best price promise to boot. All charters include the services of a skipper, with drinks included. Options include half-days, sunsets, sleepovers and the always popular Formentera. Recommended by MTV, The Sun, The Mail Online, OK Magazine, Mixmag, Jet2.com and of course ourselves. See the front page advert for more information. boatsibiza.com
Thu 13 Balearic Chill Out DJ Medusa Odyssey, Hostal La Torre
6pm, San Antonio An amazing sunset with Balearic chill out music More info: 971342275
Hippy Market, Viva Cala llonga
From 6pm, The promenade Cala Llonga See markets article for info
Boom Boom Ibiza Opening Party , Es Paradis 9pm, San Antonio Headlin-
During the peak season there will be Sunday evening open air on the beach cinema. Movies scheduled are, The Greatest Showman, Paddington 2, Mama Mia 2, Alice in Wonderland, Sing and Mary Poppins 2. In addition to this there's a really exciting new attraction, Drive in Movies. Look out for coming details.
Sandcastle Competitions Due to its popularity there will be two Sandcastle competitions in August. A morning of fun for all the family.
September Come September they'll once again be staging one of the islands island's biggest fund raising events "Playing for change day", a not to be missed event. With a wide range of local and international bars and restaurants, and plenty of FREE parking, Cala Llonga offers something for everyone.
ing is Alexander O'Neal followed by Adamski. Anna Greenwood - Rave Karaoke, Chalkie White and Doctor Feelgood will be taking you back to the 80's, 90's and 00's. 'Ain't no party like Boom Boom party!' Tickets available online www.boomboomibiza.com
Fri 14 Ball Pagès - Traditional Ibicenco Dancing, Es Martell
9pm, At Ibiza Port Authority, "es Martell" is in front of the Corsairs Monument Ibiza Town Come and see the traditional dance where men entice ladies to join them.
Balearic Chill Out The Brothers Grimm, Hos-
tal La Torre
6pm, San Antonio Join us for an amazing sunset with our Balearic chill out music More information: 971342275
Craft & Produce Market, San Antonio
9am to 5pm, Church Square San Antonio See markets article for info
Sat 15 Microbrewery Tours, Ibosim
6pm, The Brewhouse Port d'es Torrent San José Enjoy a tour of Ibiza's only brewery, a beer tasting and tapas. Booking is required and you can contact them at info@cervezaibosim.com +34 635 793 281. http://
Ibiza Markets Ibiza’s Hippy Markets have become famous around the world. But there are many other markets too, from Flea Market to Local & Ecological Produce, to Artisan. In addition to these regular markets there are summer long craft and artisan market stalls at various locations including Ibiza Town Port, San Antonio Fountains, Playa den Bossa and Figueretes. The individual markets are listed in the day to day agenda. Full details are available at http://bit.ly/ibizan-markets
June ramps up your energy this week for you Taurus, money, finances and opportunities start to flow your way. Projects you have been working on or that promotion you been working towards start to pay off with financial gain and flow. Time for you to start reaping the rewards off all your hard work, spend some of that well-earned cash on rejuvenating your mind, body and soul.
GEMINI - The Fool
Gemini you are in your element right now as new beginnings and new opportunities will be presented to you this week. Reflection is called for you to look at what no longer serves you, clearing out old belief patterns and making way for the new is what’s required from you right now! That new relationship or new project is closer than you think.
CANCER - Two of Pentacles
Time management and the balancing of your schedules at home and work this week is what’s called for here so you don’t burn out, slowing down and taking time out to give energy that needs your attention right now will create a more balanced approached, rather than trying to get everything done at once, be kind to yourself .
LEO - Lovers
As Mars enters Cancer it is directing your energy inward to look at your emotional content around your relationships, creating clarity around what you desire and connecting to the types off loving meaningful relationships that really resonate with you are key. Open up your heart Leo and breath in the love that is all around and within you, and watch the miracles unfold.
VIRGO - Seven of Pentacles
Success is in your charts Gemini when you focus on long-term investments, putting in time and energy will create an abundant harvest where you reap what you sew. Looking at the bigger picture allows you to see a bird’s eye view off your master plan. Attention to detail gives you focus off where your energy and time can be wisely invested.
LIBRA - Two of Swords
Looking at the bigger picture is best served with this card Libra; Pause for a moment pausing creates a break in time for you to look at any challenging obstacles that need your attention right now. If you have lost focus around your goals or plans, Breath and back track to your original intention, for every challenge you come across the solution lies within.
SCORPIO - Tower
Scorpio you may feel a shaking off your foundations this week, as your emotions might feel challenged around property and finances. Try not to exceed your budget around home repairs, renting or buying property. The Tower steps in to illuminate any hidden agenda that no longer serve you, shake it off and roll with your flow.
SAGITTARIUS - Hermit
Time to connect and tune in to your heart Sagittarius, a time for introspection and reflection around your relationship area. Be gentle with yourself this week, when a relationship is built on love you can overcome any obstacle in your love life, as love is the glue that keeps you together to ignite any spark or flame that’s lost its magic.
CAPRICORN - The World
Up until mid-June your focus is all about completion, integration and accomplishments around your career. Travel with work will bring new opportunities for expansion and growth, in you area off expertise. Overseas opportunities may arise connecting with work and home. You have magnetism and charm Capricorn you know how to close a deal.
AQUARIUS - The Star
Yes Aquarius you are a star with this card you are in your element, after going through a roller coasters of emotions, take a step back and enjoy all the gifts the star is offering you, wishes, dreams and fulfilment’s all rising from your passion and desires. Splash some cash on that new dress put on your dancing shoes, pleasure puts a spring in your step this week.
PISCES - Page of Cups
With the sun cruising in Gemini in your domestic fourth house you may feel the need for some down time around the home front. Your creative energy is in flow as ideas are popping up all around you; don’t spend too long in the nest as these opportunities might pass you by. There are signs all around you dreamy Pisces, trust your intuition it’s always right.
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Yoga, The Beach
12noon, Next to Els Pins hotel, San Antonio Bay everybody is welcome
Balearic Chill Out with DJ Andy Wilson, Hostal La Torre
6pm, San Antonio Join us for an amazing sunset with our Balearic chill out music More information: 971342275
Saturday Markets,
Various locations around
the island Las Dalias Hippy Market, Mercat de Forada local & ecological market, San Jordi Flea Market, San Jose Artisan Market See markets article for info
Glitter and Gin Event, The White Bar and Grill
7.30pm, Es Canar To celebrate World Gin Day, come and enjoy 1/2 price LAW G&T's, visit the glitter staion and try out the "It's the LAW burger"
WooMoon Opening Party Dance Music Cova Santa 16Jun 5pm, Carretera San Jose KM7, 07817 San José
The 4th season will open with more than 12 hours of ART-MAZING music and performances. Featuring rampue, Monolink, Sahalé , Âpe Chimba Song Weaver, Anstascia, Chaim, Landikhan/LNDKHN, Maga, Brina Knauss, Ricoloop, Valentin Huedo and more tba. There will of course be the infamous Boulev-Art, with the healthiest food & drinks, the best artists and artisans of the island presenting their new creations and of course immersive experiences and secret journeys into unique sacred spaces..
Treasure Hunt Ibiza The Ibiza treasure hunt company for social gatherings, meetings and tour groups. Founder, Eva, is a passionate traveler and resident of Ibiza since 2007. She enjoys traveling to foreign countries to explore unique and unusual places, making unforgettable moments that she holds dear. Organizing treasure hunts allow Eva to pass her unique sense of traveling to other travelers that are looking to experience a different side of Ibiza. Her extensive knowledge of island, its mysteries and powers, also adds to make her treasure hunts fun and educational for any group or family.
FISHERMAN PACO Fisherman Pacos biggest wish is that everybody who is in need can find the place that 50 years ago saved his life. Don’t miss any of the tracks he left while enjoying the amazing scenery. This hunt takes place in the middle of the countryside where following Fisherman Paco’s path creates a lot of fun! Available for a group 2 – 10 people. The hunt lasts between 2 to 3 hours depending on how quick you are. Leaving from Cala Bassa. Starting from 75€.
PIRATES OF TAGOMAGO When the first pirates arrived to the north of the Island, a wild river locked them in Santa Eulalia where they settled down at a the top of the mountain surrounded by the locals. At first, everyone was afraid of them, but in the end they turned out to be nice people who just want to find freedom. Let them show you their way of living. Meeting point Santa Eulalia, about two hours of hunting. Starting from 75€.
Great March for LGTBIQ Rights,
7pm, Fishermans Guild, Ibiza Port This main parade will start at 7pm and continue until midnight, when the party moves to B12 Gallery.
Solidarity Auction, Villa Mercedes
San Antonio Come to join us and contribute at our Solidarity Auction organized by Elena Torres´s association for research of early cancer detection. This event will be concluded by a solidarity dinner (reservation needed). More information: 971348543
Sun 16 Sunday Service, English Speaking Church
10.30am, Various Locations Services are held at churches in San Rafael and Santa Eulalia. Details on the website. http://
6pm, San Antonio Join us for an amazing sunset with our Balearic chill out music More information: 971342275
Sunday Markets,
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Paddy Slater, Donnegans
10.30pm, San Antonio Bay Live folk and toe tapping music for all the family.
Balearic Chill Out with DJ Alfredo, Hostal La Torre
San Juan & Puig den Valls See markets article for info
WooMoon Opening Party, Cova Santa
Mon 17
Rototom Sunsplash Launch Party, Las Dalias
6pm, San Antonio Join us for an amazing sunset with our Balearic chill out music More information: 971342275
5pm, Carretera San Jose KM7, 07817 San José See article
9pm, San Carlos See article
Tue 18 Yoga, The Beach
Roberto Campoli, Donnegans
10.30pm, San Antonio Bay A live acoustic set you'll be singing along to
Balearic Chill Out with DJ Jose Padilla, Hostal La Torre
6pm, San Antonio Join us for an amazing sunset with our Balearic chill out music More information: 971342275
MIDDLE-AGED SOUL
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Balearic Chill Out with DJ Pippi, Hostal La Torre
12noon, Next to Els Pins hotel, San Antonio Bay everybody is welcome
What does Antonio say about San Antonio? Well he just likes the fun side of the town and will help you to improve your adventurer skills. An alternative way to explore the sunset strip. For 2 – 15 people. Meeting point in San Antonio. It´s about having fun with your friends, so you can do it between 2 – 4 hours. Starting from 75€.
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Teatro Espana, Santa Eulalia, 9pm, 22 June On Saturday 22nd June a charity concert will be held at the Teatro Espana from 9pm to raise money for cancer patients and their families. Davy Lyons and his band will perform the concert to launch his debut album ‘EVIDENCE’. Davy and his band are putting on the concert for free and has chosen Ibiza to launch his album because the island is the "heart of music" and a special place in the heart of himself and his family. Davy Lyons is originally from Wexford, Ireland but now lives in Barcelona, the music is folk style, with musicians (guitar, violin, piano & double bass) providing an interesting twist and upbeat tempo to the lyrics, telling stories in ballad form with a more modern intensity. Enjoy this unique musical experience where melody and words meet in a ceremony of intimacy while supporting a charity where every cent raised stays on Ibiza to help those and their families effected by cancer. The concert will last for 90 minutes and afterwards there will be a glass of cava to celebrate the event. Tickets are by donation of 10€ and will be available on the door or pre-bookable through bsplash agency with ALL proceeds going to Contra Cancer Ibiza & Formentera.
THE OTHER SUNSET
Make the last wish of a woman from the middle age come true. Learn about the history of the old town and look at the city with a new, or perhaps we may say, old perspective. Fun for everybody. Minimum 1 – maximum 20 people. About two hours walking. Starting from 75€. For information on these and other treasure hunts,
Contra Cancer Charity Concert with Davy Lyons
Rototom Sunsplash Launch Party Live Music Las Dalias 16Jun 9pm, San Carlos
Part of the European Reggae Fesitval, In the garden from 9pm there is Rapsusklei and Aciz, and indoors after midnight there is Reggae Yard, Wisdom Sound, Freemind, Rastafairy and Hoppydread. 10€ presale and 15€ on the door.
Outdoor Cinema showing 'A Star is Born', Amante Beach Club
10pm, Cala Llonga A musician helps a young singer find fame as age and alcoholism send his own career into a downward spiral. English with
Spanish subtitles 30€ per ticket
Wed 19 Yoga, The Beach
12noon, Next to Els Pins hotel, San Antonio Bay everybody is welcome
Black & White Duo, Donnegans
10.30pm, San Antonio Bay A live performance of energetic pop/dance music and classics with a twist
Balearic Chill Out with DJ Pete Gooding, Hostal La Torre
6pm, San Antonio Join us for an amazing sunset with our Balearic chill out music More information: 971342275
Outdoor Cinema showing 'Bohemian Rhapsody', Casa Maca
9.30pm, Can Palau De Dalt, s/n Ibiza Town English with Spanish subtitles. Casa Maca is a beautiful boutique hotel with unrivalled views of Dalt Vila. The package includes a beanbag, blanket, popcorn, and a welcome drink. 30€ per ticket For More Agenda See
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“Welcome to Ibiza ... 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 children 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.
Ibosim Brewhouse, Port Des Torrent 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 fur-
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Ibiza Town Welcome to Ibiza Town & Friends Ibiza Town, Marina Botafoch, Talamanca, Playa d’en Bossa & Figueretes. All are very different in character and content. Ibiza Town, the island capital, has its own special bohemian chic with a touch of freak. The D’alt Vila is home to some of Ibiza’s greatest cultural and historic gems. Marina Botafoch oozes new money, and even if you haven’t got it, some enjoy just being around it. Figueretes is a ’real’ neighbourhood mixed with Tourism, and in our opinion it mixes well. And Playa d’en Bossa is Ibiza’s resort to have undergone most development and change in recent years, and home to the new names at the top of the Superclub league. However there is some good sense to us grouping such odd bedfellows. They all connect in an unbroken urban area and so movement between the areas is easy and regular. Aside from the mid August meltdown, a walk from one end to the other is not great exertion. We love the Ibiza Town strip for exactly this reason. It gives you the choice of so many different facets of Ibiza, at most a few euros in a taxi away.
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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.
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San Antonio In the 14th century, the church of Sant Antoni was built, and the city began to emerge around it. With the threat of privateers and pirates, in the 16th century fortification of the churches took place. To ensure its strategic position many watchtowers were erected along the coastline in the 17th century. Surrounded by impressive cliffs, the fortress of Towers d´en Lluc rises. The relics of which can be found to this day. In Santa Agnès there is an underground chapel, very well preserved, built inside a cave.
Welcome To San Antonio A little history … While many come here to revel in the party atmosphere, the origin of Sant Antoni de Portmany can be traced back to prehistoric times with artefacts such as early cave paintings and bronze axes being found in the area. The Romans gave it the name Portus Magnus, and the Arabs called it Portumany, then the small fishing village was then forged as an urban centre after the reconquest of King Juame I.
boasts the world famous sunset strip, and no holiday to Ibiza is complete without taking in that very special atmosphere. The town has plenty to suit all tastes. The aquarium is open to the public. It plays an important role in nurturing marine animals back to health and releasing them back into the seas. The town has several beaches with wide shallow ex-
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San Antonio Bay 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-round residents and workers. (continued on page 8)
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Santa Eulalia Welcome To Santa Eulalia
Food & Drink
The municipality of Santa Eulalia covers many areas including Jesus and Puig den Valls on the outskirts of Ibiza town, to Santa Gertrudis inland, and North to San Carlos. Santa Eulalia has 46km of coastline and some of the finest beaches in Ibiza, including Santa Eulalia with disabled access to the sea and the very first smoke free beach. 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 Santa Eulalia, Cala Llonga and Es Canar. Santa Eulalia municipality is also home to some of Ibiza’s most chic and bohemian villages, with Santa Gertrudis and San Carlos continuing to attract those looking for that certain village chic Ibiza cool.
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Hippy Markets You wouldn’t be experiencing Ibiza without a trip to a hippy market, and you are certainly in the right place as Santa Eulalia has 3 established hippy markets in its borders. Las Dalias in San Carlos 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, more personal version with the added pleasure of being right on the beachfront promenade—and when visiting in high season, you will appreciate any sea breeze available.
Mar y Tierra Restaurant, Fresh Fish & Fine Steak, Santa Eulalia Marina This charming waterfront restaurant in Santa Eulalia’s marina focus on serving the very best produce. If it can be sourced locally it is sourced locally, and their fish and seafood come with the Ibizan ‘Peix Nostrum’ seal of authenticity. From the farm a huge favourite among their fans is the Tomahawk steak, and they have great vegan fayre on offer too. Patrons Simone and Elisa share a real passion for their food, a passion that comes over time after time in their TripAdvisor reviews. Pride in their produce, passion in their cooking. Brilliant. https://www.facebook.com/marytierrasantaeulalia
Donde Marian y Miguel, Spanish Restaurant & Grill, Santa Eulalia-Es Canar Road If you want to savour an authentic Spanish meal offering the very best in produce and flavour, Donde Maria y Miguel Restaurant is the perfect setting. Select from their display of fine Iberican meats or fresh fish, or perhaps one of their wonderful rice paellas. It is no surprise that Donde Maria y Miguel are chosen for so many family celebration and business lunches – follow the locals and you can’t go wrong. Facebook Donde Marian Y Miguel Restaurante-Chill Out
The White Bar & Grill, Es Canar, The White Bar & Grill is located halfway between the
beach and the hippy market. Celebrating their 10th anniversary this year the bar was formerly named Moe's sports Bar but following a re-brand 2 years ago was changed to the White Bar & Grill. For the last 5 years it has held a position in the top 3 restaurants in Es Cana on trip advisor. Specialising in gourmet burgers it has gained a great reputation for their sometimes querky Burger of the Week. Outside you will discover the grill/barbecue and poolside terrace where you can enjoy anything from anything from chicken & pork to a selection of steaks including the speciality Wagyu steak. The bar stocks a wide range of beers, wines and premium spirits including a large selection of gin and local products. So whether you're looking for a romantic dinner or a venue to hold a celebration this place has it all.
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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. https://www.facebook.com/BarMariposa.Ibiza/
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panses of golden sand. There are plenty of watersports on offer and a small funfair.
The Prom 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 O Beach. Plans are underway to extend it around the complete bay in coming years.
Clubs 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.
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Tapas Restaurant and Lounge Bar 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. Tapas gets very busy, especially in high season, definitely best to book.
Mambo, Sunset Strip
The 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. 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 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.
David’s Pizzeria (#14 on the map) 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, Beach Promenade 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 night 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 and to cap it all they have spectacular sunset views. See front page advert for details.
La Cantina Portmany, Fountains Square La Cantina is a bar and restaurant right on San Antonio’s fountains square. They have undertaken a total restoration over the winter months. 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 home to 3 specialist chefs each taking care over their respective Thai, Indian and TexMex division.
Savannah, Sunset Strip
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. 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.
Capitulo Dos, Homemade Italian Ice Cream With 31 flavours of traditional Italian ice cream homemade on the premises, there is literally something for everyone. Vegan and gluten free options are also available and this parlour is set in the quieter San Antonio church square, a great place to relax. So the only question is, which flavour do you choose? Open daily from 12 noon to 9pm.
Villa Mercedes, Restaurant & Terrace In an amazing location on the port, Villa Mercedes delivers stunning views, incredible food and impeccable service. Everybody should have at least one special meal on their holiday, and Villa Mercedes is the perfect choice for a little luxury in your life.
The Corner Shop, British Supermarket The corner shop is located just off the West End and despite it’s small appearance it is packed to the rafters with all your favourite, and missed British goodies. From hot sausage rolls and pies, ‘proper’ English bacon and frozen goods, you can get a taste of home here in Ibiza.
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Little India, Authentic Sri Lankan & Indian Restaurant 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.
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 on your holiday, you’ll be glad of that. We locals can’t have their exceptional English breakfast as often as we’d like, but you’re on holiday, so indulge yourself. 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. 2019 brings a great new addition to the Bay culinary selection as Relish bring a range of Tapas to their menu, global flavours from Africa, Asia, Europe and America, but served in the traditional Tapas style of small plates perfect for sharing. Relish pride themselves on a simple philosophy - good food, cooked well, fairly priced. Booking with immediate confirmation is available on the website.
You’ll also find great food in Donnegans Irish Pub, Playa Bella and Kumharas
Entertainment Urban Lounge Ibiza Urban opens at 10.30am, closes at 5am. On arrival you’ve got the choice of the chill-out lounge area, sunbeds, daybeds and clamshells, or regular tables for food and settling in for a session, or high tables for those on a mission, plus an indoor club area for some late night revelry. Should you arrive early doors you’ll be wanting some breakfast. Our top picks, Sirloin Steak, Eggs, Hash browns and Toast (you are on holiday after all), or for those looking for something lighter, Avocado and Red Onion on Toast. The full menu range is epic, so much choice but everybody raves about the Chicken or Shrimp Fajitas. The late night plancha fires up to fill your needs through to the early hours. One thing we particularly love about Urban is the drinks range. For those on a budget there are some great offers to get the party started. And for the connoisseurs among us Urban have an excellent premium Gin range. One stand-out offer, 2 cocktail jugs and a shisha pipe for 30€. Superb value. https://www.facebook.com/pg/ UrbanLoungeIbiza
through to 5am. It’s all about the party, and the music is just that. New this year, because you’re worth it, Bucanero will be flipping proper homemade beefburgers through the night too. The tipsy have never had it so good. It might be possible not to enjoy yourself in Bucanero, but we’ve never seen it done.
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.
Getting Around 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.
Donnegans Irish Pub
Water Taxis
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.
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.
Bucanero The bar that sunk a thousand shots is back with a bang. Ross and the gang will be sating your every desire, and probably a few you never knew you had, all the way
Helpful Hints There are two pharmacies in the Bay—shown by the white cross on a green circle on our map. Pharmacies and other non -tourist 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.
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Shebizan Amanda O’Riordan Welcome to another round-up of fashion and lifestyle with me at Amanda Zips It Up. I’m currently in London where we have just been washed out with a month’s rainfall in a matter of hours. If you’re reading this in the Balearics, I’m totally jealous of that smug smile on your face. Flaming June is my birthday month (if you didn’t know already) and it’s also a big month for summer festivals, but it’s anything but flaming hot right now. As well as all the big music festies happening, there’s a fabulous fashion festival happening in Ibiza, which started back in 2016. The Ibiza Fashion Festival 2019. IFF is a fashion concept that provides an exciting platform for up and coming and established brands hosted annually in Ibiza. Showcasing international and local designers alike. Promoting positive body image concept for healthy mind and attitude to fashion, no gender, no size 0, organic and vegan beauty products, sustainable fashion, no plastics. supporting CHARITY SAVE THE BLUE.
“IFF was born out of love of the white isle and its culture aiming to capture the beauty and send it global. Passionate about the sustainability and ethical side of fashion and combined with the glam festival vibes that make Ibiza that happy go to destination”. Ibiza Fashion Festival is coming to the beautiful shores of the white isle for June 17th at the roof top 9 location at the beautiful Sol House Hotel with an incredible sustainable swimwear runway and June 19th Club Es Paradis with a fabulous selection of sustainable festival fashion on the runway , followed by a show of live vocals and entertainment. This is the first indoor festival with water party, stalls, body painting , glitter, everything you would need for your holiday destination and more. International artist line-up headlining is Rui Da Silva , Damon Hess, with vocals from the famous Rowetta and professional CR7 dance troop from the beautiful island of Madeira, will entertain the crowds once more with deep house tunes and Ibiza vibes. This week we discover period proof lace knickers, Nike Plus mannequins in London getting some critics going and a super-product to deal with pre-
mature ageing caused by taking too many SELFIES!
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Avon Vit C ‘Magic’ Serum
long been lauded by skincare experts for its antioxidant, anti-ageing and radiance boosting benefits. Applied directly to the face, rather than in a glass of OJ.
The ever-enduring popularity of selfies now means that people are pointing phones at their own faces for increased periods of time. Unfortunately, the by-product is visible signs of ageing. Blue light [from screens] can penetrate down to the dermis, the deeper layer of skin where collagen and elastin are produced, making skin thinner and more fragile. Increased exposure to this type of light can cause considerable oxidative damage to the skin. Avon's £14 Radiance Maximising Serum, pictured, promises to help tackle the visible signs of ageing caused by this and a number of factors including pollution, dehydration, lack of sleep – as well as
Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits as well as rosehip, strawberries, spinach, parsley and broccoli.
Sexy Period Proof Undies The first sexy ‘period proof’ knickers that are leakproof and reusable for 18 months have been unveiled by a design student. And they’re LACE. Pads and tampons aren’t exactly comfortable to wear, you also run the risk of leaking into a pair of decent M&S knickers - however, this savvy student may have finally solved this monthly dilemma. DURING that time of the month, the absolute LAST thing you'd ever catch us wearing are a pair of lacy knickers - right? The 21year-old undergraduate at Leicester University has created a range of sexy lingerie that you can wear on your period WITHOUT sanitary towels for her final project. The student - who is enrolled in one of the UK's oldest and most prestigious Contour Fashion courses - wanted to design an environmentally friendly alternative
Skin Food – The Magic of Vitamin C
It's known for helping boost immunity but is also crucial for collagen production and repairing age -related damage to the complexion. Vitamin C is also improves connective tissue throughout the body and is clinically proven to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and sun spots. more screen time on phones and smart devices. It contains the equivalent amount of Vitamin C found in 30 oranges, all in one bottle, and has proved so popular that a bottle is bought every minute. The secret to its success is the Vitamin C, which has to traditional period products. With this in mind, she created garments which can be washed and re-worn without fear of leakage for up to 18 months. They basically have a built-in pad which is washable, all inside a pair of sexy, lace pants, which will work with a pretty matching bra. And although ‘period pants’ are already available on the market, she wanted to create something sexy and attractive that her and her friends would feel comfortable wearing. Period poverty is a huge problem for many girls and all the period proof pants currently on the market look like Bridget Jones pants. Not everyone can afford an endless supply of tampons or pads. Most girls want lingerie they’d be proud to wear, something that makes them feel sexy despite the fact they're on their period. The period poverty campaign project is to raise money for the charity Freedom4Girls. The charity aspires to make period poverty a thing of the past and encourage women all over the world to use more environmentally-friendly products. We've nearly eradicated period poverty in the UK with the government agreeing to supply all schools with
Vitamin C has unique anti-oxidant qualities plus I frequently use the Radiance Booster Capsules.
free sanitary wear but there's still a huge waste problem. But, even if period waste is disposed of correctly, using bins rather than flushing, plastic wrappers and applicators are not biodegradable and just sit in landfill for centuries. Something needs to change.
This is a great idea in my book. I’ll be trying them.
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RICHBITCH Playa d’en Bossa, Hi Ibiza
The first of this summer’s Rock Nights takes place at Pikes on Thursday June 13, after the Dorado live show from Viva Suecia. The opening night will be headed by resident DJ Colin Peters, with Dorian DJ, Black Honey DJ set, Bandoleros and Lola von Dage. The party continues on every Thursday night from 10pm until September 19.
14th Anniversary
For the 2019 season, which sees Rock Nights celebrate its 14th anniversary, as well as 6 years of parties at the legendary Pikes Hotel, they have taken inspiration from the Wild West of Hollywood, with a pinch of Tarantino for ‘Hollywood Western’. Partygoers are encouraged to go dressed in Western gear, such as cowboy boots, bandanas, western shirts and cowboy hats. Each year Rock Nights chooses a song as its summer theme, and this year Simøne has made a remix of Aerosmith’s – Sweet Emotion.
Cowgirls, Tattoos and Clothes
In addition to the music played in Freddies and Chez Fez, Rock Nights will have Cowgirls, Karaoke in Sunny’s bathroom, the Crazy Piano area, a pinball area, Coyottes Tattoo parlour, and the Picknweight clothes corner that will sell secondhand Western gear. Entrance to the parties is free but only through the guest list on the Rock Nights website.
The full line-up for Richbitch has been announced and those loving the sounds of hip-hop, R&B, reggaeton, trap and moombahton won’t be disappointed. From Monday 15th July to Monday 26th August Hï Ibiza welcome RICHBITCH, the brainchild of Italian urban-pop sensation and resident Ale Zuber. They have confirmed a whole host of names including hiphip heavyweight Tyga, London’s coolest female rapper Stefflon Don, American rapper, singer, songwriter Future, R&B superstar Trey Songz, Radio 1s very own DJ Charlsey, special Guests Ayo & Teo, Puerto Rican reggaeton star Don Omar, rising star Elettra Lamborghini and Italian rapper Sfera Ebbasta.
Hottest Names
Joining them on the White Isle are some of the hottest names in hiphop, R&B, reggaeton, trap and moombahton including Alessandro Di Lorenzo, Claudio Tozzo, Cre-8, Cristian Ferretti, D Lewis, Dirty Nick, Dj D - One, Dj Mesta, Dj Policy, Dj Polin, Don Jiggy, Don Kino, Fabrizio H, Federico Chimirri, Fogon Soundsystem, Francesco Giglio, Giovanni Angelucci, Hains, Joseph, Kento, Kings Bred, Leslie, Luca Testa, Manuel El Comandant, Marco Montini, Nerz, Paggi & Costanzi, Pais Pierpaolo Bonelli, Talinka, Villanis, Virox plus more special guests TBA.
Italian Born
Live music at Santos
Richbitch was founded in Italy and quickly took the global scene by storm, with gatherings at some the notorious party destinations, including Miami, London, Turin and Ibiza's little sister, Formentera. Latin music fever is sweeping the charts around the world and with a finger firmly on the pulse, Richbitch and The Night League continue to bring the most current sounds and most recognised artists to the table each week for a party like no other.
Claire B Playa d’en Bossa, Santos
The first of this year’s Dorado live acoustic shows takes place on Thursday June 13, with Viva Suecia (from Murcia) and Pere Navarro (Ibiza). Held in the beautiful outdoor venue that is Santos in Playa d’en Bossa on 6 Thursdays, each concert this year also includes a local band, which is great for supporting the local live music scene. Full lineup:
June 13: Viva Suecia + Pere Navarro July 4: Carolina Durante + Billy Flamingos July 25: Sex Museum + Stone Corners August 15: Carlos Sadness + Quin Delibat September 5: Zahara + Lucy Sky & The Diamonds September 19: Marlango + Uncle Sal Doors open at 20.30. Tickets are 20€, which includes a bottle of Estrella or you can buy a season pass for all 6 concerts (plus a beer at each) for 80€.
The Blues & Funk Midnight Sessions Guarana, Santa Eulalia
Residents the Guajiro Blues Band will again hit the stage Saturday night for another blues night to remember at Guarana. The band, consisting of Massimo Turcatti, Norberto Rodríguez, Alan Aufiero and Laurent Barot will play their true blues style music from midnight then resident DJ Leah Schultz will take you through to 6am.
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Solomun+LIVE Ibiza Town, Destino
Back for 2019, Diynamic label boss Solomun returns to Ibiza with his Solomun+1 party on Sunday’s at Pacha, making it the second longest residency at the iconic club, which is no doubt a testament to the German ‘techo legend’. In a twist this summer, Solomun will be bringing Solomun+LIVE to Destino for some open-air poolside clubbing. A spin on his original winning formula at Pacha, these four ‘expertly crafted’ events will welcome live acts as his ‘+1’.
For the opening on the 20th June, Luxembourg’s Francesco Tristano ‘merges the worlds of composition and classical with experimental techno; embodying the forward-thinking nature of Solomun’’s residency’. The 20th July sees Berlin-based electronic production band, GHEIST (Live) bringing their progressive sound seeing house and techno textures blended to deliver a melodic journey. August the 8th brings Techno marching band, MEUTE (Live) and they are sure to deliver an alternative danceable experience fusing driving hypnotic techno with lively and expressive brass band music for their performance. On the 4th October Solomun will add as his ‘+1’ Northern Irish underground upstart, New Jackson (Live) promising to bring his jammin’, disco-tinted brand of house to the series closing party.
This new concept is bound to draw a crowd and if you’re a techno lover certainly not a party to be missed with just 4 events taking place this season. Photo from 2016 courtesy of Gabi Va´quez, Diario de Ibiza
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Boom Boom
Opening Party Thursday 13 June, Es Paradis, San Antonio, Alexander O’Neal & Adamski Thursday 20 June, es Paradis, San Antonio, Sonique 80’s bar prices before 11pm?! Yet another reason to head on down to THE revival party of Ibiza - Boom Boom, yes, we’re talking old skool!
Old Skool, definition derived from "old is kool" becoming "old's kool" and then becoming "old skool" meaning old is cool. Opening night sees R’n’B legend Alexander O’Neal with a career spanning over 40 years and famous for tracks such as ‘Criticise (‘87)’ and ‘If you were here tonight (‘86)’ and acid house icon Adamski, who started his music career aged just 11 (yes, that’s true!) and is probably best know for his collaboration with Seal on ’Killer (’90)’ he is also known for ‘N.R.G (’90)’, headliners aside, you will also find Ibiza resident Dr Feelgood in the house, Anna Greenwood of Rave Karaoke and Chalkie White. Next week on the 20th Sonique leads the show. There is no doubt that you will be taken on a magical mystery tour down memory lane with some iconic tunes and some that you’d like to forget but will be humming for days after. Further into the residency you’ll find the Sugarhill Gang, East 17, Pat Sharpe, Alison Limerick and Tony Hadley – just to name a few. From 9pm every Thursday there is no reason to miss this exciting line-up spanning 30 years of music. We hope this is a residency that will last for years to come, bringing some of the most important decades of music back into the public eye. ‘It’s not the years in your life that count, it’s the life in your years, so put on your shell suit, grab your glow sticks & join us in celebrating the best 30 years of music, because let’s face it, they just don’t make them like they used to!’
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Money Bettina Lorenz, Mortgage Broker Spain’s new mortgage law comes as a result of a European directive back in 2014. The European directive was focussed on consumer protection. The Spanish law extends this in several ways. The new law was passed this year, and published in the Official State Gazette (BOE) on March 15, stating the purpose of "Guaranteeing a safe, agile and effective legal regime that protects the type of operations (the granting of loans and credits with real estate mortgage guarantees) being a requirement that derives not only from the obligations imposed by European Union Law, but also from the undoubted benefits that it affords for the economy of our country". The new law aims to "enhance legal security, transparency and understanding of contracts and the clauses that comprise them, as well as the fair balance between the parties." The credit crunch (crisis as it is known in Spain) did a lot of damage in this area, and regardless of European directive, many would agree that Spain’s mortgage regulations were in urgent need of overhaul as a result. The regulations cover three different aspects. First, it contains rules of transparency and conduct that impose obligations on lenders and credit intermediaries. Second, it regulates the legal regime of real estate credit intermediaries and real estate lenders. Finally, it establishes the sanctioning regime for breaches of the obligations.
Key Components 1. New distribution of mortgage expenses. To be paid by the bank: The agency (gestoría) Register The notary The taxes (IAJD) Their copy of the deed To be paid by the client: The appraisal His copy of the deed As we can see, this distribution is a clear improvement for the consumer, who currently supports most of the coasts.
2. Early repayment becomes cheaper.
In a variable mortgage, the maximum charge for early repayment can be one of these two options: 0.25% only during the first three years of contract life 0.15% only during the first five years of the loan term In a fixed mortgage, the maximum charge for early repayment can reach the following limits: 2% during the first 10 years 1.5% for the rest of the term
3. Commissions for delay
Commissions for delay may not exceed three times the legal interest of the
Spain’s New Mortgage Law in Practice; What is Changing? Introduction by Nick Gibbs, Editor Spain’s new Mortgage Laws are now in force. Whether your idea of a dream Ibiza home is a swanky apartment in Marina Botafoch, or a rural do-er-up-er, as this photo in San Juan by Cat Milton, you need to know the facts. But the law also has important changes relevant to existing mortgage holders too. We are lucky to have Mortgage Specialist Bettina Lorenz take us through the complexities step by step. For new buyers one of the most important decisions you
will take is to put your purchase in the hands of a qualified professional. We’ll sing Bettina’s praises for her as she was too modest to do so in the article. I know from chatting to her that Bettina is already registered with the Bank of Spain (one of the new requirements). Whoever you talk to, ask to see their registration documentation, Ibiza does attract more than its fair share of scammers and charlatans. I know Bettina will be happy to provide her registration and references, she comes highly recommended.
money.
This compensation is retroactive. These conditions do not apply in the case of changing the mortgage from fixed to variable.
This measure is retroactive, this means that both the current mortgaged and the future, will be subject to these changes. If you have been charged interest for late payment, you can go to the bank to claim the refund for said penalty.
6. Multi-currency mortgages
4. 0% ‘floor clause’
For the benefit of people unfamiliar with the concept of floor clauses, Spain has had an ongoing legal dispute following mortgages that were issued under terms known as floor clauses, where the initial interest was very low, but rocketed during the credit crunch years. Many people lost their homes as a result and the banks ultimately lost their case with the clauses being declared illegal. Many people in Spain are now in the process of recovering money from the banks. That is the background, but the new regulation of mortgages specifically prohibits the application of a minimum interest in variable mortgages. Therefore, the banks can never incorporate the floor clauses anymore and they are not allowed to consider a 0% Euribor when it is quoted in negative. However, a minimum rate of 0% is established by default for all mortgage loans.
5. New regulations on changing lender
With the new mortgage law, we go back to the origins of 1994, when by legislation it allowed clients to change banks whenever they wished. This legislation was modified in 2007 and the client had to stay with the current bank if it offered an offer that matched that of the other bank. With the new mortgage law, you can leave even if your bank matches the offer. Subrogation / Novation of variable-to-fixed-type contract The costs of registration fees are reduced. Notary fees are reduced. The subrogation and novation commission are limited to: 0.15% commission for the first 3 years. From the 4th year does not apply.
New flexibility is introduced governing the ability to transfer mortgages to other currencies.
7. Limits on linked products
This point has caused a lot of confusion in the implementation of the new law. It relates to the linking of secondary products to a mortgage interest rate. Typical examples are life or household insurance, the bank giving a lower mortgage rate if these products are also purchased from them. In future, the products that can be linked for the reduction of interest are limited, but not completely eliminated. With the new regulation of mortgage loans, the linking of products can only be contracted when it gives a benefit to the consumer. This means that you can take out compulsory life or household insurance with a different insurance company away from the bank and it will not affect interest. However, the linking of cards and pension plans shown to be beneficial to the borrower will not be exempted. This clause also specifies that banks cannot pay their staff according to the number of mortgage loans granted, a step to remove the temptation of overselling by banks,. Also that the banks must demonstrate that all applications have been rigorously studied.
8. More regulation for financial intermediaries
The new mortgage law also devotes a whole chapter to financial intermediaries (also called mortgage brokers) and private lenders. The activity of these agencies and companies will be supervised by the Bank of Spain, although those that only work in a specific region will be controlled by the corresponding autonomous community. The brokers have to be registered in the registry of the Bank of Spain. Before, not all of the mortgage brokers were registered in the current valid state registry.
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Agenda Noche de San Juan Rhian King Sunday 23 June, Various Locations June 24th is the Patron Saint’s day of John the Baptist or San Juan. It is widely celebrated all over the world including mainland Spain, and Ibiza is no exception. Being the patron saint of the town of San Juan, the fiesta and celebrations there are taken very seriously, but there are also celebrations in other parts of the island. The night of San Juan (La Noche de San Juan) is usually celebrated with music starting in the evening of the 23rd with bonfires and/or fireworks at midnight to see in the 24th. As it occurs just a few days after the Summer Solstice (the longest day on June 21st), it is also used as a celebration of the start of the summer. Traditionally, and this still happens in some places, people jump over the bonfires, or run over hot coals, as a way of purifying the body and soul. Traditionally, you should throw into the fire something old that represents something you no longer want in your life or a piece of paper where you are meant to write those things you want to change. It is also customary in Ibiza to eat San Juan macaroni, made with curly noodles cooked in milk, sugar, cinnamon and lemon rind. Other typical cuisine of Ibiza, such as orelletes, wine or traditional spirits are also eaten in family homes.
Sant Joan de Labritja
From 9pm to 4am there will be an artisan and creative market of recycled and handmade products. At 10.30pm Tom Mayor will perform live in concert. The parade of puppets will be begin at 11.45pm as well as the ritual of the four elements in the Plaza de España. At Midnight the Bonfires of San Juan or ‘Foguerons’ will start behind the church. Here you can jump the bonfires and purify your body and soul. Once the bonfires are finished, the party will continue with DJs Djamal playing Disco, Funk & Soul on the old Town Hall Street, Javi Box and The Selecters with music from the 60s, 70s and 80s in the Plaza de España .
Ibiza Town
In Ibiza Town, San Joan is celebrated on the beaches of ses Figueretes and Talamanca. New to this year’s celebrations though, the council will distribute firewood and allow people to start bonfires in specifically allocated areas.
ses Figueretes Beach
In Ses Figueretes at 7pm, on the Julian Verdera Square next to the beach, activities begin with musical entertainment and workshops and games for the little ones. At 8.30pm there is the traditional tasting of the ‘macarrons’ of Sant Joan. From 10pm, DJ Alex
9. Minimum of 12 missed payments for property repossession.
This is one of the most important measures of the Law regulating Mortgages. Specifically, the bank cannot initiate the repossession foreclosure process until the following limits are reached: Minimum 12 unpaid instalments or up to 3% of the unpaid loaned capital if it occurs in the first half of the mortgage. Minimum 15 unpaid instalments or up to 7% of the unpaid loaned capital if it occurs in the second half of the mortgage.
10. Protection of the future mortgaged: transparency and clarity. The New Process And The Role Of Notaries
The entry into force of the new Law regulating mortgage agreements on June 16 has involved the promotion of notaries in their role as impartial adviser to the consumer and guarantor of legality and transparency in the whole process of buying and selling residential housing. The purpose of all this modification is that the client is better informed and knows what they are going to sign. For this reason, the borrower will have the right to go to the notary free of charge for an explanation. Until now the consumer had just three days to go to the notary to consult on any doubts about the mortgage loan and the sale of the home. Now this is increased to ten days. The consumer can choose the notary by location, trust or prior knowledge. Price will not be an issue as all notaries charge the same for the same service, with the option of making a maximum 10% discount. The notary will clarify of all the clauses and must inform the consumer of any abusive clause. In addition, with the new regulation of mortgage con-
Hinohouse will play and at midnight there will be fireworks on the beach.
Talamanca Beach
In the beach of Talamanca, there will also be tasting of macarrons de Sant Joan from 8.30pm and from 9.30pm Ricardito and the Latinos will play a live concert. In the Ses Figueres neighbourhood, located at the end of Talamanca beach, there will be a musical performance by Contra Band.
Can Escandell
Activities begin at 6pm with a Petanque tournament. At 9pm there will be a women's indoor soccer tournament. At 8.30pm there will be a circus for adults and children held by Party Planet and Avara. At 10.30pm, a festival with the group ‘The Queen Ibiza’ and at midnight, the lighting of the San Juan bonfire. There will also be no shortage of the traditional San Juan pasta dish ‘macarrons’.
Sant Antoni
This year the celebration of the bonfires of San Juan will be at the beach of Caló des Moro. At 8pm the Ibiza Swing Lab will organize a Swing dance rally.
Puig d'en Valls
At 6.30pm there are children's workshops, at 8pm you can enjoy the contest of ‘macarrons’ of San Juan and a
tracts, notaries will have to give a test to the buyer of the house to make sure they have understood all the requirements and conditions of the contract. To conclude, the notary must sign a document indicating that the future purchaser of the home has clearly understood all of its obligations as a borrower. For his part, the buyer must sign another document to confirm that he has understood everything perfectly. In the event that the consumer or notary does not sign this document, the formalization of the contract would be annulled.
The process notary-bank-client: First, you must inform the entity (usually a bank) selected so that it sends the public employee, through a secure platform, all the documentation related to your loan. This includes: the project of the loan contract, the European Standardized Information Card (FEIN), the Standardized Warnings Card (FIAE), the simulation of the periodic fees that should be met in different scenarios of interest rate evolution (Maybe that's why fixed-rate mortgages are also popular at the moment) and a document about the expenses associated with the public deed of the mortgage. The bank's proposal has a binding offer character for 10 days, that means, the consumer can back down, but the entity cannot. When the notary has received all the documentation and verified that it is correct, the client meets with them without the presence of real estate agents, banks or promoters. If something is missing, the notary requests it and the ten-day period is stopped. If everything is complete and the client agrees, the notary will draw up a notarial certificate, free of charge, in which he will record the proven facts and the explanations given to the consumer. In this way, "the process is
popular Sardinada with Ball Pages and a Windrose concert at 10.15pm, then the lighting of the bonfires of San Juan at midnight, behind the Church, in the great square.
Santa Gertrudis
There will be activities starting at 7pm with musical performances from Chris Martos, Ivan Domenech and DJ Fjordi Cardona. At midnight, the bonfires of San Juan will be lit.
Santa Eulària
There will be activities from 5pm to 7pm including children's workshops in sa Font d'en Lluna, under the old bridge or Pont Vell, as well as workshops in the Punt Jove (Youth Club). From 7.30pm to 8.30pm there is a concert with Lucy & Diamonds, in the street Isidoro Macabich. In the square of Isidor Macabich there will be a concert from the Blues Mafia and Saligardos and a performance of Es mals Esperits y Espiritrons. Finally, at midnight there will be the lighting of the bonfires of San Juan. Wherever you are in Ibiza, there will be somewhere you can experience this magical night it is highly recommended, even if you choose not to ‘jump the fire’.
protected" in the face of possible future complaints from buyers due to ignorance of the conditions or noncompliance of the same by financial entities. To finalize, the notary sends the minutes to the bank and everything is ready for the signature of the deeds of sale and of the mortgage loan, where the public employee will once again influence the agreements and conditions between the parties. The notaries are going to dedicate more time to the consumer, but the majority of them want the change as a way of guaranteeing the security and transparency of their service.
The likely reality of the new mortgage regulations regarding bank charges.
At first glance it seems that the new Law regulating Mortgages greatly benefits the borrower. However, it is estimated that the bank will charge the client in the form of other commissions so that its overall income from the provision of a mortgage minimally does not reduce. What you gain from one hand is taken away by another. It is expected that each bank will take different measures, in case of raising the mortgage loan interest this could mean an increase of 0.215%, or apply a higher administrative fee. These possible increases will depend on the relationship between the client and the bank or the negotiation of a professional broker. I hope you have found this guide useful. If you have any further questions or wish to discuss your own mortgage needs, please do not hesitate to contact me. Bettina Lorenz +34 626 145 616 info@balearic.mortgage
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View From The Pew A Poem by Carol Wimmer Submitted by Tyke Fortier When I say, “I am a Christian” I’m not shouting, “I’ve been saved!” I’m whispering, “I get lost sometimes, that’s why I chose this way.” When I say, “I am a Christian” I don’t speak with human pride I’m confessing that I stumble – needing God to be my guide. When I say, “I am a Christian” I’m not trying to be strong I’m professing that I’m weak
and pray for strength to carry on. When I say, “I am a Christian” I’m not bragging of success I’m admitting that I’ve failed and cannot ever pay the debt. When I say, “I am a Christian” I don’t think I know it all I submit to my confusion asking humbly to be taught. When I say, “I am a Christian” I’m not claiming to be perfect My flaws are far too visible but God believes I’m worth it.
When I say, “I am a Christian” I still feel the sting of pain I have my share of heartache which is why I seek God’s name When I say, “I am a Christian” I do not wish to judge I have no authority I only know I’m loved. The English Speaking Church of Ibiza and Formentera Tel +34 606 509 542 www.ibizachurch.org chaplainibiza11@gmail.com Service: Sun 16th, 10.30am, San Rafael Church. see web for info further ahead
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The Archives 80th year. The issue included Tony’s interview that became our most contentious, and certainly most litigious, published text . Elsewhere, taxi drivers were not feeling technology love, the boom times rolled with one in a constant stream of upward stats at the airport, Jerry was all hyped up for the Brasil world cup, and Ibiza experienced its first episode of a new psycho-drug, cannibal, requiring the restraint of 8 police officers. And good news for Jesus, as 2.4 million was approved for ber but the best news was that 418,181 were international travellers. its wonderful new bypass. How did that work out then?
News Snippets Happy Birthday Mr Resident
The Ibizan Issue 738, 12th June 2014
Jesus Paved! 2,4 million € will be spent on the new Jesus village by pass of which around 167,000€ will pay for the compulsory purchase of private land to carry out the project. Only a 12m2 warehouse will have to be knocked down to make way for the new road. The focus will be on reducing the speed of the traffic using the road whilst giving the pedestrians and cyclists their own spaces. Gardens will be incorporated in the project as will parking facilities which will all help reduce congestion this growing residential village.
They don’t make them much more Ibizan that Tony Pike. From the Wham Club Tropicana video through to Freddie Mercury and Grace Jones, tales of his escapades have taken on legendary kudos. Tony celebrated his 80th Birthday earlier this year and the irrepressible octogenarian marked the occasion in fine style this week with celebrations starting at the Pikes hotel that bares his name (we’re sure Ibiza 8 police restrain Drug Brit. Rocks House at Pikes will allow us license in this context). The party included a special presentation by Howard ‘Mr On June 1st, the staff at the health centre of San Antonio Nice’ Marks before moving onto Pacha to dance the night had to deal with the first episode of violence within the facilities. A drunken tourist, who had probably consumed a away. Not bad going for eighty. trendy new drug - 'Cannibal', which pushes consumers to binge-bite compulsively - came to the health centre in a Taxi Chaos. After costing around 1000€ to install in each taxi, the first “tremendously aggressive” state. Even though he had week of the GPS taxi system in operation throughout the been handcuffed to the stretcher and several policemen island has been somewhat chaotic. There have been re- were keeping him face down, he squirmed and tried to ports of seven taxis arriving at the same hotel for the same pounce on the nurse. “The police pulled him to the ground fare, taxis already occupied receiving messages about and the drunkard managed to bite an officer in the hand, fares rather than the ones waiting at the ranks and an hour though fortunately he was wearing gloves and it only long daily break down in the systems operation. Apparent- caused a haematoma” the nurse who witnessed these ly, as taxis from all the boroughs of the island can pick up events, Matilde Fernández, tells us. “They had to call in all over the island, there are too many taxis queuing for reinforcements and eventually there were eight officers of fares at the most popular ranks. Some drivers seem to fear the local police,” all engaged on this drunk-drugged tourthat these are not teething problems and will get worse as ist’s case. the summer develops.
Airport Passenger Increase.
The number of passengers using Ibiza airport in May has increased 10,4% on last year. For the first time ever over 600,000 passengers used the terminal at the start of the We wished Happy Birthday Mr Resident to Tony Pike in his summer season. All types of passengers increased in num-
The Ibiza Sun Issue 478 17th June 2009 Back in 2009 the Balearics were embroiled in corruption scandals. The public prosecutor’s 82 page report found PP President José Juan Cardona was complicit in defrauding public funds of 1.5 million euros through a series of bogus reports which were either never produced, or simply copied from text on the internet. Clearly disillusioned with their politicians, the public turnout at local elections was just 34%, compared to around 50% at this year’s poll. And in further news that makes 2009 seem like a different era, Hotel occupancy was down 11% in May, a fact the Hotel Federation put down to the Island’s reliance on the Clubs. In other news one man died in a cliff fall and another was seriously injured falling from a balcony. A man was on life support following an accident caused by speeding on the Cala Llonga road. Reports which could all have been written yesterday. Ibiza cricket club beat Sydenham 20th Century Foxes by 141 runs, and Rino and Angie announced they were back at Tapas.
News Snippets Prosecutor’s Report The prosecution team investigating the bribery case involving the former president of the Partido Popular, José Juan Cardona, have composed a damning report on the high-flying local politician which, if he is found guilty, could see him spend the next 17 years in prison. The case revolves around the Balearic Government's Consortium for Economic Development from 2003-2007 under the previous PP-run Govern, which the document claims misused up to €1.5 million. The 82-page report goes through each case under suspicion, and there are more than 100, one by one, with the conclusion being that Cardona knew exactly what was happening and was an integral part in the fraud
Nine arrests were made back in October 2008, including that of the director general of the Consortium, Kurt Viaene and Antonia Ordinas. Both were working under Cardona, with Ordinas eventually claiming he was involved in all of the fraudulent activity. Ordinas even led officers to €200,000 she had buried in her luxury chalet in Portol, Mallorca. She remained in prison for the next few months before eventually being released on bail. She is also set to stand trial, but it is Cardona who is likely to be the most high-profile casualty. The scam revolved around the Consortium, which was in charge of marketing and promotion of the four islands. The prosecution team claims it fabricated a total of 130 reports, charging for each, and then ciphering off the money. In some cases, the reports were fictitious and did not exist, in others similar information was simply downloaded from the internet, most of which was not relevant and never used by the Govern. In all of the cases, however, according to the report, the invoices were paid, with some of the money going to pay party expenses and the rest going straight to the pockets of the people involved. The public prosecution team insisted none of these operations would have been possible without Cardona's full collaboration. They continued by ridiculing his earlier declaration that he had merely signed all of the documents without reading them, revealing that on some of the documents he had made notes, which showed he had had to have read their content. In one such case the Consortium paid a whopping €45,000 for a report about the Mallorcan pearl which was never produced. In another, in a project named Honey Moon, €240,000 was awarded to a company connected to the three, without being put out to tender or without even a contract being drawn up.
Drop in Numbers Hotel occupancy was down eleven per cent during May, as figures released by the Hotel Federation confirmed the tough start to the season. Federation President, Juanjo Riera, claimed the results highlighted the complicated year in which the island was currently emerged, as well as Ibiza's dependency on the clubs. Overall occupancy in Ibiza reached 46.55%, a fall of 11.3 per cent from last year.
Voter Apathy In Ibiza just 33.9 per cent of those able to vote made it to the polling booth. However, of the 29,256 people who did make it, 47.17% voted for the PP Partido Popular, 41.52% for PSOE (the Socialist party), with the five other parties collecting 8.01% of the vote between them, with the remaining either nulls or abstentions.
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La Skimal Photographs ME by Meliá Ibiza photographer La Skimal, aka Isabel Flores, has her first retrospective exhibition in Ibiza, entitled ‘Intuition: Ibiza through La Skimal’ (Intuición: Ibiza a través de La Skimal). Opening on June 14 you will be able to see her personal view of Ibiza through her photography.
Portrait of Ibiza
She invites you to accompany her in her unique portrait of Ibiza over the past 15 years, from different prisms: the natural environment that surrounded her when she was growing up, the music and club culture and the essence and idiosyncrasies the people and characters that inhabit the island, including herself. “For me photographs are experiences, and I try to express myself with them with honesty, love, and audacity. It's my way of life, my way of interpreting and confronting the reality.” Isabel Flores.
Music Scene Photography
Some of the photos on display are of great figures of the international music scene and club culture, such as Lenny Kravitz, Lady Gaga, Carl Cox, Sven Väth, Faithless, The Prodigy, Luciano, Rudimental and DJ Harvey. Also, for the first time photography will be transformed into music, thanks to the pioneering system of Musical Vision, a technology used for the
blind. Amongst her personal projects, La Skimal was the inhouse photographer at Ibiza Rocks for many years and also takes photos for Essential Ibiza and other local
organisations. The opening is on Friday June 14 at 7pm, with music from DJ Oliver. It is on display until June 21 at ME Ibiza, Avinguda de s'Argamassa, 153, 07849 Ibiza.
https://laskimal.com
with the inspirational and decadent life of the 80s in the East Village, the legend of Andy Warhol and his Factory, and much more. All of that would bring him closer to Pop and Surrealism when developing the imaginative and creative force of his work.
Creative Universe
The works in the exhibition, will allow us to approach and enjoy the creative universe of Kenny Scharf. An iconoclastic portraitist of emotions, Scharf will offer the viewer the opportunity to enter a magical and impressive space that will open their senses and to enjoy, from a different point of view, the hyperbolic style, debtor of cartoons and comics, of this fundamental artist. “Most people think that art only belongs on a wall in a gallery or a museum. I think it should be everywhere.” Kenny
Kenny Scharf La Nave Salinas La Nave Salinas reopens its doors for the summer on Saturday June 15 with a large-scale exhibition of recent work from American artist Kenny Scharf entitled ‘Universalis’. Kenny Scharf is the inventor of American Pop Surrealism and one of the great living legends of the 80s New York art scene. He was prominent in the East Village art scene during the 80s alongside Jean-Michel Basquiat and
Keith Haring. Commissioned by art collector and founder of La Nave Salinas Lio Malca, this is the first solo exhibition of Kenny Scharf in Spain for more than two decades.
Background
Born in Hollywood in 1958 and submerged in the aesthetics of the 50s and 60s, television, advertising and early cartoons, Scharf was provided with much aesthetic material during his childhood. Years later, after settling in New York, he would combine his interest in the underground comic and graffiti scene
Scharf From June 15 to September 30, 2019.
Opening hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 10.00 am - 10.00 pm. Free Admission. La Nave Salinas is at Carrer La Canal 2 12-13, Salinas, which is between the end of the beach and where the salt is loaded onto the boats.
www.lanavesalinas.org
Tracey Emin Art Projects Ibiza + Lune Rouge The summer exhibition at Art Projects Ibiza + Lune Rouge opens on June 17 with new work from British artist Tracey Emin. ‘An Insane Desire for You’ exposes explicit yet subtle and mysterious nuances regarding the female body, power, and desire. Emin’s works make as powerful a statement in contemporary society today as they did when she first started addressing and unveiling these topics.
Xavier Hufkens Colab