| he south coast of Spain you will find Ibiza, one of the | | | | land and at sea as sailors believe their ships are |
| Balearic Islands and renowned for its clubs, attracting | | | | protected by her presence. |
| the 18 - 30 age group of clubbers and hedonists. | | | | Eivissa Medieval is a moderately new festival held in |
| However there is a lot more to this small but busy | | | | May with dancing and live concerts to celebrate the |
| island than you realize, one aspect are the festivals | | | | declaration of Dalt Vila as a UNESCO World Heritage |
| that attract people from all walks of life, ages and | | | | Site in 1992. The walled city turns itself into a |
| nationalities. Elect to stay in a villa rather than hotels | | | | medieval market as actors, comedians and artists |
| in Ibiza, and you will get the real feel of the place and | | | | roam through the cobbled streets and portray |
| a chance to meet its friendly people. | | | | characters from medieval times. Street |
| Each village has its own patron saint the locals pay | | | | entertainment, fire shows, dance and comedy |
| tribute to with an annual festival that's packed with a | | | | provide the fun, whilst bystanders can try various |
| catalog of music and dancing. The Sant Antoni de | | | | home-grown food goods and find out about typical |
| Portmany, in Eivissa, has a special day in January as | | | | instruments and customs. |
| the whole town is packed for the big celebration. | | | | Once a year in September Ibiza celebrates a 3 day |
| Head over to the Passeig de Ses Fonts if you want | | | | long jazz festival which attracts internationally |
| to join in the activities, or just watch the procession | | | | renowned jazz figures, musicians and performers |
| and events from the promenade and gardens. The | | | | from all around the world in the dramatic setting of |
| locals dress up as Moors and Christians and there's a | | | | Dalt Vila. |
| huge parade with country dancing to the rhythm of | | | | On a slightly different note, The Ibiza Rock Festival is |
| classic Ibizan instruments and street parties. The | | | | a music event that takes place every summer, |
| town itself is also worth exploring as it has a lot of | | | | hosting a succession of performances and concerts |
| character with its steep and narrow streets and | | | | throughout the hot months. For lovers of live music |
| bohemian atmosphere. | | | | then this is a great chance to see some major acts |
| During February and March street parties go on all | | | | playing a selection of indie, electro and dance music |
| over the island as the residents mark the arrival of | | | | whilst soaking up the party atmosphere, and getting |
| Lent. Wherever you are staying you'll find fiestas, | | | | yourself a tan! |
| parades, and fancy dress balls at various locations. | | | | Ibiza is known for its music, so whether you have |
| With April comes Holy Week and Semana Santa, one | | | | come for its clubs and bars, or its traditional music |
| of the biggest celebrations in the country. On Good | | | | events and festivals, you can easily get a taste of |
| Friday, processions march through Ibiza Town to the | | | | both, and have yourself a fun-filled time mixing with |
| cathedral from churches all over the island. Locals are | | | | fellow clubbers whilst getting to know the locals. Ibiza |
| masked or barefoot, whilst others carry on their | | | | villas to rent can save you money and offer privacy |
| shoulders the heavy wooden crosses adorned with | | | | and space. |
| figures of patron saints and religious entities. | | | | There are plenty of economical hotels in Ibiza, |
| Hundreds of people turn out to watch, see the priest | | | | however if you are travelling with a group of friends |
| narrate the story of the crucifixion, and pray. | | | | or family it's worth looking into renting a villa and |
| Dia de Virgen de Carmen, in July, is a unique event | | | | experiencing the island's charm. Most holiday villas |
| held over 2 days involving all the Balearic Islands. The | | | | have private pools and all the latest mod cons. Check |
| feast of the patron saint of sailors, it features | | | | online for villa holidays in Ibiza and book your family |
| colourful parades and El Carmen statues paraded on | | | | on a summer musical break. |