Choosing the right beach should be no different from choosing which clubs you go to.
The best might not be on your doorstep but that's no excuse for not trying them out. There are some wonderful beaches that are well worth travelling to. Make the effort and reap the rewards.
These are our 'recommended' beaches in Ibiza. Tell us what tunes you'll have in your headphones on the beach this summer on the Message Board.
Benirras This is one of the most amazing places on the island. Inhabited by hippies and locals, Benirras is a cultural lightyear away from the likes of Playa D'en Bossa. The time to visit is at sunset as the hippies bang their drums as the sun goes down - a real Ibiza 'experience'. Steep and windy roads make this place virtually impossible to get to without transport.
Playa de la Salinas Playa de la Salinas is situated in the south of the island. This large, white, sandy beach is generally considered to be the trendiest beach in Ibiza with a fine selection of bars and eateries. Sa Trincha has a bit of a reputation as the best beach bar on the island with DJ Jonathan supplying the beats for bathers. If visiting this beach please keep an open mind as the beach has its fair share of nudity. Anyone for volleyball?
Playa Des Cavallet Situated on the south of the island Playa Des Cavallet is Ibiza's official nudist beach. In addition to the array of sand dunes, this beach also has a good selection of water sports on offer plus a few good bars and restaurants. This is a big favourite with the gay community.
Cala Salada Situated in a cove on the West Side of the island, this is one of the island's smaller beaches. There's not a lot going on here but it is beautiful and quite peaceful. Here it is sandy with a few rocks around the shore.
Cala D'hort Another small beach on the West of the island that has little to offer but it's beauty. From the beach there is a lovely view of the island Es Vedra, but apart from that all this has to offer is sand, sea and a sizzling sun. This is a great beach for chillin'.
Cala Jondal This East Side beach is situated in a large bay with a long rocky and sandy bathing area. This is the place for relaxing during the day though there is life here after dark. There is a good range of seafood restaurants plus the occasional beach party. Make sure you spend at least one day here.
Playa D'en Bossa If you fancy heading straight to the beach from Space this is the place for you as it is within stumbling distance. This is the longest sandy beach in Ibiza and home to Bora Bora. If you plan a visit try going on a Sunday or a Tuesday.
Cala Conta
These highly recommended groups of beaches are on the West of the island. Perhaps the best thing about Cala Conta is that there is a little bit of everything for everyone. The beaches are beautiful, the sea is popular with snorkelling fans, there are a selection of water sports on offer and a couple of decent bars too. What more could you want.
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