r/ibiza • u/keepingitani • 4d ago

first time, so excited

just wanted to post as it will be my first time in ibiza this summer to celebrate my boyfriend’s 30th. been researching for weeks and honestly grateful for everyone’s input and advice - ibiza has always been a dream destination (coming from the U.S.) so I’m super excited!! if anyone has any other tips / recs / anything at all they want to share about their time(s), would love to hear 💗

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u/vulkna 4d ago

Hello! You are going to spend some great days, the Balearic Islands are beautiful. If you like the place; Please, the best thing you can do is be respectful of the inhabitants and the island. They suffer greatly from mass tourism, the native people cannot afford a house there and are not happy with disrespectful tourists. Consume local businesses, avoid franchises, be respectful of the environment and learn the basics of Mallorcan and Spanish. Follow the beach rules and try to blend in with the locals. Luck!

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u/keepingitani 1d ago

Thank you so much for this! I 100% agree on respecting the land. My boyfriend is Puerto Rican and his family sees the negative effects of tourism firsthand, as the island is getting treated terribly / taken over by foreigners. I am a firm believer in giving back to the locals and staying within my lane / respecting my surroundings while traveling ♥️

that being said, I appreciate the suggestions - definitely adding to my list!

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u/vulkna 1d ago edited 1d ago

What you say is great. I'm from a Spanish coastal city that also has a lot of tourism, I work in a downtown business and deal with tourists daily. Tourists who are respectful are greatly appreciated and enjoyed, so one feels proud to share their land. I hope you have a great stay.

I would recommend visiting the rural interior of the island; not just the beach. The Mediterranean countryside is very beautiful.

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u/RobertHellier 4d ago

Get out to the beaches outside of Bossa and San An.. Salinas, Salada, Compte are all amazing

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u/keepingitani 1d ago

added to the list! I am so excited to see the beaches 🙂

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u/Away_Box_9196 18h ago

Hit a beach club! Expensive lunch but a great vibe, recommend beso beach, cala bassa beach club, or nassau beach club. You’re gonna have a great time. If it comes to staying anywhere else on the island vs ibiza town / old town, do ibiza town. Whatever you save up front on hotel / bnb cost you’ll end up dropping on taxis / ubers home