Coveted by pirates and a transit point for maritime trade routes since prehistoric times, also conquered by Roman, Arab, Ottoman, Greek and Phoenician civilizations, whose ruins are still visible in the city of Ibiza today, in 1960, the year During the boom in tourism, Ibizan society changed its agricultural activity as the basis of its economy for a service structure based on leisure, hotels and restaurants.
Since then, La Isla Blanca, the name by which the peasants call it, continues to be one of the recreational epicenters par excellence and a cradle for lovers of nature, scuba diving and sports activities.
Endowed with spectacular beaches surrounded by cliffs and coves with crystalline waters, which invite you to explore its various nooks and crannies under the sea, those who know it assure that the months of June and September are the most appropriate to enjoy its climate and avoid the avalanche of tourists that invades the island on these dates, when prices triple and there is no room for a pin.
Es Vedra
The Island of Es Vedrá and Es Vedranell rise majestically 400 meters above sea level in front of Cala d’ Hort, in the municipality of San Josep de Sa Talaia. Located in the southeast of the island, they are a hallmark for their striking views, their powerful energy and their history, since they served as a refuge for pirates and corsairs of the time. Due to their high ecological value, they have been protected as a nature reserve since 2002.
Conta Cove
One of the most frequented coves in Ibiza is Cala Conta. Two separate beaches in front of an islet, whose transparent turquoise waters attract hundreds of tourists every year attracted by snorkeling and its fabulous views at sunset.
cove bassa
A few kilometers from the town of Sant Antoni de Portmany, this beach is one of the most popular on the island. Enclosed in an environment of old juniper, pine and sabarindo forests, it is one of the favorite destinations for travelers, since it has several restaurants with reasonable prices during the high season.
Vadella cove
The spoiled girl for tourists who frequent the island. Cala Vadella has white sand and blue and turquoise waters that draw a magnificent landscape. Surrounded by venues with live music and restaurants that offer the most typical cuisine of the Pitiusas, this corner located between rocky walls protects tourists from the wind and waves. Recommended by all the tourist guides of the Balearic Islands, it is one of the idyllic enclaves to enjoy the colorful sunsets of La Isla Blanca.
Tarida Cove
It is one of the longest and widest beaches in the western part of the island. Oriented to families, it is surrounded by shops to buy souvenirs. It is a perfect area for diving as it has several enclaves and smaller coves that can only be accessed by swimming. Ideal for tasting the fish and shellfish of the area, Cala Tarida is one of the obligatory destinations for those addicted to nature and the Mediterranean diet.
Diving and scuba diving
Undoubtedly, Ibiza is one of the best destinations to go diving. Its varied geography made up of cliffs, caves and islets attracts hundreds of fans of diving and scuba diving every year, who can photograph marine fauna in a setting that has nothing to envy to other coastal cities on the rest of the planet. In particular, Don Pedro stands out. A wreck located 26 meters deep a few minutes by boat from the port of Ibiza. With a length of 142 meters in length, this ship sunk in 2007 became the largest ever seen in our Mediterranean Sea. The Small Dice also stands out, the name by which the rock with which it collided is known. Another favorite place for divers to go diving is La Cueva de la Luz. Located on the north coast of Ibiza, divers can walk through its corridors illuminated by the sun’s rays that illuminate and cross the cave. Groupers, rays and amberjacks are some of the species that inhabit this beautiful place.
On the east coast, a few minutes from Cala Martina and 24 meters deep is the Lighthouse. A space nestled in the Santa Eulalia Reef, whose light and marine life distinguish this rocky platform as one of the most spectacular in the area. Among the most significant marine species are lobsters, octopuses, barracudas and, on some occasions, sunfish.
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