International Villas Blog

As mentioned in ‘The Photographer’s Guide to Ibiza‘ post last week, those staying in our villas for rent in Ibiza are often looking to make use of their fancy digital camera. We’ve compiled a list of five of the must see sights on the island for snap happy visitors and those who want to make the most of their time on the White Isle.

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5. Ibiza Town

As the biggest city on the island, Ibiza Town should definitely be on your trip itinerary. Shown above is the harbour, with the old walled city of D’alt Vita in the distance.

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4. Las Salinas Salt Flats

Perhaps some of the most interesting landscapes in Ibiza are provided by the Las Salinas salt flats. Situated in the south of the island, the salt flats were constructed over 2000 years ago by the Carthaginians to extract salt from sea water by a process of evaporation. The flats are still used to this today and are one of the most beautiful settings for capturing photos of the sunset.

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3. Ibiza Hippy Market

Although this is a truly man-made sight, you will be hard pushed to find a more vibrant and colourful setting than the Ibiza Hippy Markets. The above image was captured at San Carlo’s Saturday market, but Es Cana’s stalls are just as inviting.

2. Cala Xarraca

Tucked away on the northern coast of the island are a number of beautiful, secluded bays. Shown in the video above is Cala Xarraca, a small bay with 90m of beach and crystal clear waters. With footage like the video above, it’s not surprising the bays are popular with photographers.

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1. Can Marca Caves

Truly an unmatched setting for unique holiday photos, the colourfully illuminated caves of Can Marca are one of the island’s favourite tourist attractions. Filled with glow pools and light shows projected against natural waterfalls, the caves are said to be over 1000,000 years old and were used by pirates and smugglers to store their booty.

If these sights have convinced you to book one of our villas for rent in Ibiza, give us a call on +44 1799 516971 or use our enquiry form for more information on our villas in the area.

When you’re looking to rent a villa in Ibiza, the advantage over a hotel is that you are completely free from restrictions. Whilst on holiday, our luxury villas are your home away from home, ready for you to make use of as you wish. Depending on your preferences, a quiet week enjoying your villa may be the perfect fit, although others may want to keep themselves busy. For those who enjoy staying active there are plenty of activities to partake in, as mentioned in our previous post, but how about those of us who just want to have some ‘me’ time?

One of the most popular methods of relaxation is massage, a deep kneading of muscle tissue to increase blood flow and release tension. The benefits of massage are numerous, not only relaxing your body but also having a positive affect on anxiety, boosting the immune system and improving your sleep pattern. Not only can we arrange a massage for you and your guests through our complimentary concierge service, many of our villas also come with their very own massage room. Shown above are the facilities from our luxurious villa Can Lavanda, a five bedroom property situated between Santa Getrudis and San Lorenzo.  Or if you’re looking to rent a villa in Ibiza which is slightly bigger, Eight bedroom Can Gabriel and 11-bedroom Can Urbano also have their very own spa and massage areas. Alternatively, there are plenty of spas on the island which can cater to  your needs, including Atzaró, pictured below, a spa with a chill out zone,  live DJs, sushi and cocktails bars.

For those who are looking to recharge and repair, Reiki may be of interest to you. Since Reiki healing was developed by a Japanese Buddhist named Mikao Usui in 1922, the practice of using ‘palm healing’ as an alternative medicine has been extremely popular. If Reiki sounds like your kind of thing, we would be happy to arrange this for a healer to visit your villa using our complimentary concierge service.

Before deciding how you’re going to spend your time, you may need to hurry up and rent a villa in Ibiza! We’re proud to have an extensive range of properties to accomodate groups of all sizes. For further advice or if you would like us to arrange any of the activities above in line with your stay, give us a call on +44 1799 516971 or use our enquiry form.

We aren’t just experts in luxury villas in Ibiza, we offer the full holiday experience. For those who would rather keep themselves busy whilst on holiday rather than hang out by the pool, read on for a few suggestions.

Climbing

Down on the south eastern coast of the island, San Antonio is a haven for climbing enthusiasts. Home to over 400 bolted rock climbing routes, the numerous cliff faces are perfect for all of the free climbing, technical climbing and bouldering on offer.

Diving & Sailing

For those who would rather explore the depths than reach new heights, Ibiza’s SCUBA diving conditions are some of the best in the Mediterranean. An average visibility range of 30 meters and beautiful coral reefs are two of the main reasons why divers return to Ibiza time and again. If this is your first time, many of the island’s dive companies offer beginner sessions to show you the ropes. If you’d rather stay above the waterline, why not rent a yeacht for the day and make your way around the Ibiza coast. Ranging from zippy little daytrippers to full blown party yachts, there are options for every holidaymaker.

Cycling

Although cycling may not be the most extreme of the sports you can take part in on Ibiza, it certainly shouldn’t be missed. Cycle around the White Isle and take in the luscious scenery at your own pace, stopping off for lunch in one of the local towns. Some brave souls even cycle around the whole island, including those who are cycling the whole 190km over two days for Great Ormond Street Hospital this May. If you would like more details on the event or fancy sponsoring one of the riders, have a look at the official event page.

Hopefully that has given you plenty of ideas for what you can occupy yourself with whilst renting one of our luxury villas in Ibiza. For further advice or if you would like us to arrange any of the activities above, give us a call on +44 1799 516971 or use our enquiry form.

There are plenty of reasons why you may be interested in our villas to rent in Ibiza. Whether it’s your annual getaway or a special event, nothing beats leaving your troubles behind for a week or two soaking up the Spanish sun. Supermodel Naomi Campbell plans to celebrate her upcoming 43rd birthday with a party in Ibiza according to Zeenews. Including performances from The Black Eyed Peas and David Guetta, the reported bash is set to be the talk of the White Isle.

If Naomi were looking for villas to rent in Ibiza for her house party, we’d have to recommend Villa Namaste as the ultimate party pad. With two pools, alfresco dining areas and a bar, Villa Namaste is perfect for a big celebration. It also sleeps up to 18 guests for those who are a little worse for wear after an evening of partying. Naomi’s guest list is said to include A listers such as Kate Moss, Diddy, Leonardo DiCaprio, Demi Moore and Lenny Kravitz.

Naomi is in good company when it comes to planning great parties. Her billionaire boyfriend Vlad Doronin hired a 15th Century Indian fort for his recent  50th birthday party celebrations. To ensure all his guests could make it, he flew all 200 of them by private jet to the venue. Once they arrived they were treated to an appearance by legendary singer Diana Ross, who apparently charged a £500,000 fee.

If you’d like some advice on your own celebrations and which villas to rent in Ibiza would suit your needs best, give us a call on +44 1799 516971 or use our online contact form.

One of the best things about holidays in one of our Ibiza villas for rent is the fact that due to its small size, you can experience as much of the island as you like during your stay. As Ibiza is just 45 Km long and 25 Km wide, there are plenty of options as to how to make your way through the luscious scenery of the White Isle.

If you are thinking about renting a car during your stay on the island, Ibiza Spotlight has a collection of Ibiza self-drive tours to make sure you make the most of your journey. Including tours through San Antonio, taking in the beautiful scenery all the way along to the highest point in San José, or the popular route between Ibiza town to Santa Eulalia, through the green and peaceful north of the island before reaching Santa Getrudis. We have partnered with BK RENTACAR in Ibiza, allowing you to book your car whilst organising one of our Ibiza villas for rent with us. All paperwork will be completed by us before you arrive and you will also receive an exclusive 5% International Villas discount. Visit our Ibiza car hire page for more information.

If you’d rather get a little more active during your holiday, there are also plenty of bike tours for you to enjoy, including those which have been marked out by the official Ibiza tourist board. Their website has 21 routes of varying difficulty, perfect for those who are looking to push themselves or enjoy a leisurely ride. As well as the perceived difficulty, the website also lists the total distance of each route, how long it should take you to complete it and the altitude you will reach.

Whether you decide to spend the duration of your holiday by the pool or follow one of the routes listed above, we are here to make sure your stay is as pleasant as possible. Please call us on +44 1799 516971 for expert Ibiza advice or to book one of our Ibiza villas for rent.

Ibiza may be a small island but it has plenty of options depending on what your idea of a perfect holiday is. First-off, there’s booking one of our luxury villas in Ibiza; once that’s done, it’s deciding what to do with your time on the White Isle. For the thrillseekers among us, last week one of Ibiza’s biggest club nights has announced their 2013 line-up on their Facebook page. Cream, which has been held in the legendary Amnesia club for the past two decades, is set to continue reigning as one of the most famous club night in the world. As with every year, the line-up has attracted some of the biggest names in dance and electro music, including Calvin Harris, Paul Van Dyk and Nicky Romero. For those who would like to secure their spot in one of the most famous parties in the world, you can now book your tickets online for the Summer 2013 season, kicking off on June 18th with a special appearance by Paul Oakenfold.

If the thought of a night in one of Ibiza’s top clubs had you running for the hills rather than jumping for joy, you may be more interested in Ibiza’s traditional hippy markets. There is no better time to visit than 2013, the 40th anniversary of Ibiza’s original and biggest hippy markets on the island. Offering a outlet for ibiza’s artists to sell crafts, homemade foods and imported food from India across over 500 stalls. The market is a major tourist attraction for the White Isle, welcoming between 12,000 and 14,000 visitors every Wednesday. If you would like to experience the market yourself, check out their newly launched website and head over to Es Cana on the East coast whilst staying in one of our luxury Ibiza villas.

Whilst these are some of the bigger attractions on the island, it’s the smaller thing that may be harder to hear about.At International Villas we pride ourselves on being Ibiza experts, offering an informed service for those looking for a unique holiday. Whether you are interested in booking or would just like some advice on what  you could do in Ibiza after renting one of our luxury villas in Ibiza, please feel free to contact us using our enquiry form or by calling us on +44 1799 516971.

We’ve got rental villas sorted but what should you do to keep yourself occupied whilst in Ibiza? The best part of a holiday is usually when you try something new, making the most of your sunny surroundings and doing something that may not be possible back at home. As an island, the surrounding Mediterranean sea not only means that the views will be beautiful for those looking for the perfect sunbathing spot or a vista to snap their holiday pictures, it also means that there is a host of water sports for vistors to enjoy.

Although the island may not be a prime surfing location, other water sports such as windsurfing and kite surfing are extremely popular on the white isle.  For those looking to catch a surf for the first time, Cala Martina is said to be the best location for having a go without the water being overly challenging.

Kite surfing is actually one of the most popular forms of water sport on the island, overtaking windsurfing for the top spot. During the high season there is not much wind, making it perfect for beginners to find their feet out on the water. For those who are a little more advanced, the early and late Summer produces a stronger wind, averaging at force five and coming in from both the south and the west.

If you would be interested in taking part in water sports during your stay in one of our Ibiza rental villas, our complimentary concierge service can happily arrange this for you. For advice on other activities which you can take part in during your stay or to book one of our rental villas, give us a call on +44 1799 516971 or make an enquiry online to start planning your own VIP getaway.

It’s no surprise that luxury Ibiza villas are a favourite with celebrities, attracting A-litsers such as Kylie Minogue, Victoria Beckham and Gisele. Mixing the beautiful weather with the unmatched Mediterranean views, the Hollywood set can’t get enough of the white isle. In saying that, one star recently packed up for good due to one of his celebrity neighbours.

Speaking to Time Out Dubai, Noel Gallagher confirmed that the reason he left his home on the Spanish island was because of his dislike for the ‘You’re Beautiful’ singer James Blunt. When asked by a fan during a special Q&A session for the magazine “Is it true you moved out of Ibiza because of James Blunt?”, he simply replied “Yes”.

After Gallagher’s confession, he was asked what Blunt had done to cause his departure from the island.

“He didn’t (upset me). He just moved there. I can’t have that,” the singer confessed.

Whilst this means that you won’t be spotting the outspoken rocker if you decide to book one of our luxury Ibiza villas, we’re sure that the sunshine, food and culture will make up for it. Give us a call on +44 1799 516971 or make an enquiry online to start planning your own VIP getaway.