Ibiza

Background

Internationally renowned as one of the biggest nightlife destinations in the world, Ibiza has a huge number of bars and clubs. Between the 1960s and the 1980s,Ibiza was a hangout for hippies and underground culture and has since become a capital of dance music. However, people tend to forget that Ibiza is also a beautiful Balearic island with a pleasant climate and away from the resort towns there are plenty of authentic and unspoiled areas.

The history of Ibiza began in 654 BC when the Phoenicians founded the port of Ibossim. The island was bombarded throughout the centuries by attacks from the Greeks, Carthaginians, Arabs and finally the Spanish and there are traces of Ibiza’s turbulent history all over the island.

Profile

As an island with many different sides, Ibiza is appealing not only for its extravagant nightlife but also for its culture, cuisine and architectural heritage. This unusual mix attracts many personalities from the worlds of sports, movies and music as well as businessmen and families looking for a second home. Most of the people who buy property in Ibiza are foreigners, in particular the British.

The most sought after luxury properties are those with sea views or those located in the verdant, inland areas. There are many modern-style villas with private swimming pools. Some of the most popular places for luxury properties are San Jose, Ibiza Town and Santa Eulalia.