INSIDE INFO: ABOUT IBIZA

Ibiza offers everything to give you a holiday to remember, unspoiled beaches, crystalline waters, picturesque countryside and some rugged coastlines.

FOOD AND DRINK

You cannot leave Ibiza without having eaten Paella, it`s a traditional dish of saffron rice & a choice of meats & seafood, slowly cooked in their own juices. Tapas is another favorite, small sized portions of cooked fish, meat and poultry. For those with a sweet tooth try Flao, like a cheesecake made with herbs and honey.

Remember Spanish measures are more generous than at home - sometimes triple! .. so be careful. The famous Spanish drink is Sangria. Basically its wine with added spirits, liqueurs and chopped fruit.

Restaurants open for lunch between noon to 3.30pm, Dinner is served from 6.30pm to whenever. The Spanish tend to dine really late compared to the British.

GETTING ABOUT

Car rental in Ibiza is cheap compared to the UK, children under 14 must travel in the back of the car. Mopeds etc. are popular on Ibiza but it is compulsory to wear safety Helmets. Always observe parking restrictions or risk being clamped. Please note the local police are hyper vigilant!

Bus timetables & routes are displayed at ticket offices. Buy your ticket prior to boarding the bus, stops are sign posted with a"P" for Parada - Stop!. Always know the time of the last bus.

Taxis do not have meters, but drivers carry a list of tariffs for various journeys. If in doubt, ask for the price of your journey before embarking.