Ibiza First Timer? Don't Make These Mistakes

After 15 summers on the White Isle, I've watched hundreds of tourists ruin their Ibiza trip. Learn from their mistakes.

Mistake #1: Staying in San Antonio

San An is where 18-year-olds go to get wasted on cheap drinks. For the REAL Ibiza experience, stay in:

• Ibiza Town (Eivissa): Best for nightlife, restaurants, and Dalt Vila
• Playa d'en Bossa: Beach clubs and Ushuaïa/Hï
• Santa Eulalia: Chill vibes, families, hippie markets

Mistake #2: Only Doing Clubs

The clubs are legendary, but Ibiza is so much more:

• Sunset at Café del Mar or Kumharas
• Day trip to Formentera
• Es Vedrà sunset hike
• Las Dalias hippie market (Saturdays)
• Hidden beach coves (Cala Comte, Cala Salada)

The Must-Do Clubs

• Hï Ibiza: Best production value, Fisher Tuesdays are legendary
• DC-10: Circoloco Mondays. Raw, sweaty, pure techno.
• Ushuaïa: Pool party with world-class DJs. Go early.
• Amnesia: The foam party. Yes, it's still iconic.
• Pacha: Classic Ibiza. Cherry logo everything.

Money-Saving Tips

• Club tickets are cheaper online/in advance
• Pre-game at your hotel—drinks are €15+ inside
• Free guest lists exist for many nights (follow promoters on IG)
• Rent a scooter, not a car

What to Budget

Ibiza isn't cheap. For a week:

• Accommodation: €100-300/night
• Club entries: €40-80/night
• Food: €50-100/day
• Drinks: €€€€€

See you on the terrace. 🎉