Ibiza Summer Season, albeit with the official club openings yet to happen, has started off with stunning vibrancy. Last weekend saw the streets of Santa Eulalia thronged with people as the spectacular annual Santa Eulalia Flower Show wowed all who attended. Traditional dancing, horse and cart parade and many more displays gave a taste of the real Ibiza.
Just down the road Healing Ibiza Day was also in full swing and a little birdie tells me they raised more money for local good causes than ever before. The next event is in October, traditionally marking the end of season.
Things to Do.
This weekend, of course, sees the amazing annual Medieval Festival take place in Dalt Vila (the huge castle-like fortress that rises up beside Ibiza Town) Entry is free and it's a 'must see' - check here for more details and charge those camera batteries! Medieval Festival 2013
For a huge range of things to keep you occupied, check out our What's On Calendar and discover the best of Ibiza.
Villa of the Week.
Villa holidays were once thought to be the domain of the rich and famous. Now however people are finding they're an affordable and inviting alternative to hotel and apartment stays. Your own pool, private BBQ with friends, Villa holdays afford a different type of relaxation and luxury. This weeks recommendation is the stunning Casa Calma.
"Casa Calma is a beautifully modernised 300 year old finca, set in authentic Ibizan country side, only minutes from San
Rafael, the iconic clubs (Privilege and Amnesia), and Ibiza Town. With its large pool area and chill-out, bbq, exterior kitchen, Wi-Fi, I-pod dock, and a big bonus of a landlord who will bend over backwards to make you feel at home."
Hotel of the Week.
Recently renovated, reasonably priced, located right in the centre of Ibiza Town and just a short stroll to the port with its colourful street market and pre-party atmosphere , El Puerto Hotel & Apartments with easy access to all the action must be your choice.
Fashion Tip.
Leena Bhatti, our fashion guru, has some great advice - and we think it encompasses even more than the World of Fashion -
""Be sure what you want and be sure about yourself. Fashion is not just beauty, it's about good attitude. You have to believe in yourself and be strong." - Adriana Lima (Super model/Owner of one hot body)
Embrace your body. Whatever size, shape, height you are, own it. Understand what works for you. Fashion is not a dirty word and doesn't mean you are vain. The clothes we wear express how we feel about ourselves. Summer in Ibiza 2013 is all about Fu*ck Me I'm having fun! So follow our weekly tips and emerge more of a fashion victor than victim"
Clubbing News.
It is this time of the year, when all the bars & clubs are getting ready to open again for another summer. Club line ups are flying in daily (see Ibiza Spotlight party calendar) for latest updates...and tickets of course!) and the buzz in the nightlife world is reaching dangerous levels already. Last weekend, San An sunset favourite Savannah opened on Friday
If you happen to be on the island this weekend, then I'd recommend Pacha on Friday night with "Ibiza Dance" and the Ibiza Global Radio guys. On Saturday you'll need to decide between two cool daytime parties (both run from 5pm till midnight) - either the official opening fiesta of Playa d'en Bossa's new boutique hotel Santos Coast Suites with Smokin' Jo or Amante Beach Club opening party in Sol d'en Serra near Cala Llonga with Just Be, Ashley Beedle, Jon Sa Trinxa and more.
Decisions, decisions.
But even if you're a clubber, make sure you don't miss the medieval festival - it's simply unique."
For and on behalf of the team at Ibiza Spotlight, wishing you and yours a fantastic weekend!,
Cat Milton.