Cala Salada Beach Spain, Ibiza Traveller Information
Surrounded by pine forested hills, this protected sandy
little cove is a favourite for residents and private boat
owners as no tourist ferries ever get here. On the rocky promontory
to the right is a picturesque stone tower with paths leading
over the top to the little fringe of sandy beach beyond. To
the left are boathouses built into the rock. Well trodden
paths leading into the hills are popular for walks in this
unspoiled area.
The Caves at Ses Fontanelles
These are famous for cave paintings dating back to the Bronze age. For the explorers
amongst you, just before you reach the entrance to the bay, turn off to the right
and drive up the camino (dirt track). You will have to park the car and continue
on foot up the cliffs to the caves at Ses Fontanelles.
The walk is long,
but the views from the cliffs are incredible. The caves are actually more of an
overhang and are protected by iron bars, which means you unfortunately won't see
much of the cave paintings which date back to the Bronze age. However if you still
have the energy, you can climb down the enormous stone steps to the sea, where
you can bathe in complete privacy. Please be careful.
Just north of San
Antonio, and merely a difficult 2 hour walk along the coast, this beautiful cove
is like a busy Benirras. People already parking before you get halfway down the
long descent. It consists of two beaches separated by rocks, into which have been
built traditional fishermen's boathouses that could only exist in the tideless
Mediterranean.
The largest beach is accessible by road and at it's southern
end sits a beach bar and restaurant that, mid-summer, offers a sunset into the
sea. The smaller, more tranquilo, northern beach meantime offers late afternoon
shade and a more alternative, remote feel.
A hundred yachts are moored
up and Spanish families fill every table at the restaurant with animated conversation,
gesticulation and mastication. The large kitchen can just accomodate the six chefs
filling paella dishes the size of suburban circular baths. Smells good, but you'd
need to book early to get in on the Sunday action. If your Spanish is good enough
and you're cheeky enough, you might befriend some serious local Spanish 'movers
and shakers' at their most jovial? Not accessible by public transport, but worth
a visit by car if you're one of those people born lucky when it comes to finding
a parking spot. Or bring the private yacht and pose whilst enjoying your Sunday
out.
A very quiet beach, with crystal waters and pines all around it.
There are several small and discreet coves that appear next to the beach. Numerous
boats are usually anchored along its waters.
Shopping in San Antonio,
Ibiza
In San Antonio you'll find everything from large department stores
to fashion, music and souvenirs.
Amazing Selection of Sportswear
'Grupo el Coral', 3 unique stores at the same location where you will find the
biggest selection of leisure, sportswear and equipment on the island – at top
value prices.
The residents favourite
Nicely central
in San An this is Ibiza's first ever, and still the best for courtesy, personal
service and excellent quality throughout. Impressive Off License, and extensive
Deli section with fresh foods.
Men's Fashion
20 yds down
from the Church it's quality all the way, in this well presented shop, where more
than half of the display area is dedicated to the fabulous collection of Genuine,
quality Lacoste for men. Great value prices and many other designer labels.
San Antonio's Bars and smaller Clubs
Fed up with the clubs' extortionate
prices? Enjoy our San Antonio Bar Special
If, as we, you are fed up paying
50 entry and 10 for a beer, read our reviews below of some excellent
alternatives.
Some are full on music bars with dancing and club-feel,
some are perfect for lazing away the hot and steamy days with a cool cocktail,
whilst others offer a more traditional pub atmosphere, with games, shows and great
value prices....!!
Kanya - The New Sunset Bar and Thai Restaurant
As the only bar-cum-club on the sunset strip and with a 4am licence, it's
no surprise this orange and blue multi-coloured creation is becoming one of the
more admired sunset locations. Get your towel down early, as Kanya's beautiful
pool and sun terrace can become one of the busiest places to sunbath during the
day along the 'Strip', with the all day party crew chilling out. When day turns
to night, flock to the in-and-outdoor dance floors for the nightly pre-parties
to sample the après midnight dance licence from the phat sound-system.
And you can grab a bite in the Thai restaurant at Kanya or something lighter
from the tasty snack bar menu (Spaghetti Bolognaise - 10 ). Drinks aren't
cheap, but remember this is a legendary place to watch the sun say 'adios'.
Club 'Nightlife' - San Antonio's West End
San Antonio is
littered with bars, cheap drink offers and plenty of up-for-it people. What's
even better is there's a nightclub here in San An that is totally free of charge
- don't believe it? Neither did I.
Not even as little as a euro was shelled
out by myself to gain entry to 'Nightlife' situated just across from the taxi
rank. From the full-capacity club I realised that here was an excellent alternative
option from the other seven 'super clubs' and if you're holidaying on a strict
budget. Don't let the fact that admission is free put you off, as you definitely
won't be disappointed to find out that the standard is just as high with first
division DJs headlining numerous nights of the week. All in all, the drinks are
inexpensive, the atmosphere is wicked, the music is for everyone so strap on your
dancing shoes and get in there!
Sgt Peppers II - San Antonio Bay
All around the bay in the busy, barmy summer season, hundreds of drinking
dens fight to be 'the one' holding 'the party' with a capital P. Peppers II ranks
highly in this league and is probably one of the best places to simply surrender
to the madness. With a near 20 hour opening licence, Manager Ian ensures around
the clock mayhem of friendly family fun along with urban up-fer-it youngsters
lasting until dawn. A spacious terrace boasting a pool table, bar and TV action
is favoured by the more mature crew whilst inside the intimate dancefloor is the
perfect place to get down and boogie to massive summer anthems from DJ Jaffa.
Peppers is renowned for its crazy themed nights from Monday through to Sunday
but if you're too shy to partake, go along anyway, even if it is just for the
chuckling factor! Weekly favourites are 'Miss Wet T-shirt' and cheeky 'School
Nite', I wonder why?!
Pink Panther - San Antonio Bay
If a night out amongst the notoriously rowdy West End clan isn't you're thing,
head round San Antonio's bay for a colossal collection of bars where the 'good
time' atmosphere is available 7 days a week. About five minutes walk from Hotel
Hawaii, British themed pub 'The Pink Panther' serves a slap-up meal of fun filled
nights. With different deeds most nights of the week, it would be an easy option
to take root here for each and every one of your sundowns.
Sunday, Tuesdays
and Fridays are the ever popular pub quiz with the chance to win 'big cash prizes'.
Keeping in theme with back home in blighty, try your talent at 'Pop Idol Karaoke'
on Saturdays and Wednesdays. Other nights by manager Sue and her crew include
Cocktail Parties, Pool Knockout and 'Live' events on the television.
The Pink Panther opens at 8pm and on the whole, entertainment starts at 9pm for
the 'family friendly' atmosphere. As the board outside says, If you've never had
'sex on the beach' followed by a 'screaming orgasm' or sipped your 'wicked willy'
while clutching your 'fruity balls', you've never had a cocktail at the Pink Panther!
Itaca - San Antonio
Taking up a nice slice along the s'Arenal
beach promenade in the midst of other well known bars, Itaca stands out with its
unmistakable Grecian columns and temple-like design. If your vision is still blurred
from the night before and don't know where I mean, look for the mammoth disco-ball
overhanging the funky upstairs cocktail terrace. Manager Juan and his funky team
have managed yet again to make Itaca the official home of pre-parties such as
Tonic and Charly's Angelz and as a result have made this a favourite haunt of
the youthful massive and a great place to kick off the hours of darkness. For
early risers and sun worshippers, Itaca opens at 10am and the beautiful downstairs
terrace is the perfect place to take a pew and watch San An go by.
Food
is top notch from the huge selection on the scrumptious menu or check out the
weekly specials board. I opted for Lasagne, garlic bread and a large drink, all
coming to the very reasonable fee of 8. If you're good at decision making,
check out the rather extensive desserts and cocktails menu, if not, sod it, you're
on holiday, try them all!
Millennium - San Antonio Bay
Similar in décor and colour to San An's Itaca, Millennium adorns the main
road through San Antonio bay with its columns and Greek style terrace. With live
sporting events shown on the big big screen and day long meals being their best
assets in attracting customers, Pepe and his staff have no trouble in filling
up this sports/disco bar with family holidaymakers. An indoor pool table and disco
dancefloor keep the younger ones occupied as the big kids, otherwise known as
adults, take to the stage for the karaoke and full monty entertainment specials.
A somewhat different crowd makes an appearance on nights such as 80's disco and
Miss wet T-shirt, but all in all a good fun family way to start your night.
Soulcity @ Simple (Simple Art Bar) - San Antonio's West End
When you're slap bang in the middle of the west end, slightly under the influence,
and in serious need of a fast food snack attack (face it, we've all been there)
you get yourself to KFC, right? OK. Next time you're there, probably tonight,
finish your chicken, lick your fingers, and head next door on the right to Soulcity
@ Simple for some real finger lickin' fun.
Full to the brim every night
with people up for a good time, Soulcity is without doubt one of the busiest music
orientated bars in the west end.
Since Manager Julian's decision to change
the music policy away from the typical 'Ibiza house', the DJs play different sets
throughout the week orientated around the variety of music on offer. R&B,
Soul, Garage, Hip-Hop and Reggae are among the favourites, but whatever the choice,
whatever the night, if you are up for a night of drinking and dancing mayhem get
yourself to Simple. Being a bar, entrance is free, you'll find Simple open every
night till 6am, party on!
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