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Plastik is a club/bar hybrid that started off in 2000 as a record shop and internet café. It’s in San Antonio, which is traditionally known for the worst excesses of Ibiza, but don’t let that put you off. Plastik operate a door policy to make sure the vibe/crowd stays cool, and has recently been refurbished with Thai-style decor. Top name DJs play there, or just drop in. It’s a refuge in the heart of what can otherwise be a tourist trap.
Two of the best clubs in Ibiza! Some of the best nights (and days) out I've had have been spent on the terrace at Pacha and Space, with a drink in my hand and a smile on my face. The great atmosphere at both these clubs more than makes up for the outrageous drinks prices.
Pacha: Av Ocho de Agosto, opposite the marina in Ibiza Town;
tel: 971 313 600;
www.pacha.com
Space: Playa D'en Bossa;
tel: 971 396 793;
www.space-ibiza.es
Watch the sun set at one of the many cafes and bars lining this famous strip of white sand. Savannah, Cafe del Mar and Mambo are all great. It’s a unique experience to listen with thousands of other people to chilled music from Pete Tong and other top DJs. The feeling is amazing when everyone applauds a set, with the sun setting and the partying just beginning.
San Antonio, Ibiza;
www.cafemamboibiza.com;
www.cafedelmarmusic.com
Pacha is, for me, the classiest club in Ibiza. This is the place to go to hear the biggest DJs play, like Danny Tenaglia and Erick Morillo. It’s exclusive, chic, and attracts a more international crowd than the other clubs. This is a place to dress up and feel like a million dollars.
Av Ocho de Agosto, opposite the Marina in Ibiza Town;
tel: 971 313 600;
www.pacha.com/
Bora Bora is situated in the middle of Playa d’en Bossa, and it’s a crazy place. A beach with a wicked bar, and people dancing on tables while the sun is up. This place is legendary, and if you’re into the club scene it’s an Ibiza must-do, if only for the fact that everyone gets involved!
In the middle of Playa d'en Bossa;
www.ibiza-spotlight.com/bora-bora/
This'll be the seventh year Galaxy Radio have been on Ibiza with their legendary Weekender, with special broadcasts, exclusive parties, artist PAs and guest DJs. It's a chance to get up close and personal with some of the world's biggest DJs and all for the price of a drink.
More venues and lineup information on www.digitalgalaxy.co.uk
Space is the place to go for a great atmosphere and great music, with DJs like Roger Sanchez. It’s best known for its all-day parties, and has a fantastic terrace so you can catch a breather from the beats when you want. A truly idyllic way to party.
Playa D'en Bossa;
tel: 971 396 793;
www.space-ibiza.es/
Clubbing in Ibiza is one thing that every clubber has an opinion on, it’s usually a touchy subject and if your point of view does not match the masses it can quickly leave you ostracised from many of your close mates. That being said, I’ve never been one to sit on the fence and am resigned to my opinions leaving me out in the cold.
Pacha Ibiza? I just don’t get it. I’ve tried and tried but I can’t for the life of me work out what the big deal is? Why do so many people think this is the best club in the world?
Yes the music is world class, residents like Eric Morillo guarantee you’ll be treated to some sublime sets. Yet that only makes the club all the more difficult to understand. Why does no one dance? Why do people just stand around posing and giving each other attitude?
I can only guess that it’s all about escapism. People walk into Pacha and suddenly they’re cool, they’ve left their own life at the door and joined the international jet set. By sunrise they could be on a yacht, sipping champagne with puff daddy.
Personally I’m comfortable with who I am and more than happy with my lot in life.
I’d much sooner be on the terrace at Space, shaking my stuff and singing along word for word. Failing that, in Amnesia with both hands held high, beaming from ear to ear as the beat drops and the smoke machine cracks into life.
Amnesia: Ctra. San Antonio, San Rafael;
tel: 971 198 041;
www.amnesia.es
Space: Playa D'en Bossa;
tel: 971 39 6793;
www.space-ibiza.es
DC10 is a place to party throughout the day. A small terrace with a packed crowd dancing in the sunshine, usually on Mondays ... after 'We Love Sundays' at Space on a Sunday.
Space is situated close to Bora Bora beach and DC10 only a couple of kilometres away.
Space is at Playa d’en Bossa just across the road from the beach. DC10 is a couple of Kilometres away, adjacent to the airport. Both are accessible by taxi;
www.space-ibiza.es/
We Love@Space is the reason we as a group go to Ibiza and one of the reasons I have been there for the last 5+ years. The music is unbelieveable but what really makes it is the crowd. The up for it, glamourous, beautiful crowd which you really don't get anywhere else. I know recommending Space on Sundays isn't exactly a revolutionary idea, it doesn't exactly hide away from showing itself off. However, if I didn't go to another Space in my lifetime I would be more than happy with the memories of the people I have met there, the tunes I have heard and the vibe that you don't get anywhere else. The girls here are already preparing their outfits for next year.
Playa D'en Bossa, under the flight path
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