Holidays In Ibiza, The Perfect Cure

By Wendy Chalmers

When the world seems to be moving too fast and you need to getaway, theres a little peace of paradise waiting for you in Ibiza. Ibiza is an island off the coast of Spain on the Mediterranean. Its the kind of place you visit and want to call home. Ibiza is more of a getaway for grown ups as opposed to some of the other Balearic Islands. Holidays in Ibiza are the cure for what ails you.

Ibiza is known for its pristine white sandy beaches, sparkling crystal waters and nightlife that extend throughout the day and night. Rock stars and royalty mingle with tourists from all over the world on a daily basis in Ibiza. Ibizas not just a city that loves a good party, however. You'll find Ibiza steeped in history and rich in culture, too.

Ibiza is an ancient city that was walled at one time. You can visit the medieval periods treasures in Dalt Villa. Don't miss out on the Ibiza Cathedral, originally a Gothic building dating back to the 14th Century that now stands tall after 18th Century renovations as a Baroque building. This Cathedral, dedicated to Santa Maria la Mayor is a must see for all who come to Ibiza.

If you love an afternoon on the green, you'll surely want to visit Ibiza Golf Club or Roca Llisa Golf Club for an afternoon of beautiful vistas and sweeping fairways. These professional level courses will challenge even the most seasoned golfer.

If you'd like to get a glimpse of the entire island from water, you can take a ride on the Ibiza Star or Formentara Star which depart from Marina Botafoch and La Savina Port. These cruises are perfect for large or small groups. Cruceros Formenta offers various types of cruises; everything from day outings where you can soak up maximum rays to the Klasik which is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

You can find excellent land tours through Panorama Excursions. They offer traditional site seeing trips around the island on Wednesday and Saturday from 8:45 am until 5:00 pm. Make sure to call in advance so you get the best seats on the boat! If you've brought kids along to Ibiza, you won't want to miss the awesome slides at Aguamar Waterpark. You and your young ones can frolic and play all day in this gigantic waterpark.

Although Ibiza remains a grown up paradise, families with kids are still welcome. Local resorts cater activities to children and offer kids camps and nanny services. This way you can still bring your children on holiday with you but enjoy adult activities. Ibizas certified babysitting services come in handy when you're interested in exploring the local nightlife.

The island of Ibiza is well known for being the party capital of Spain. Visit the Ibiza Marina area to party it up with the locals and other tourists. You'll be up til' dawn when you visit Ibiza nightclub Pacha. Pacha is well known for having guest DJs from all over Europe. - 29948

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