BALEARIC ISLANDS

Balearic Islands in winter

Lying to the southwest of mainland Spain, the Balearic Islands (or Baleares) archipelago is made up of four main islands: Majorca (the largest), Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera. Their favourable position in the Mediterranean has given them a long and colourful history, with evidence of settlement from as early as 5000 BC. In more recent times, the Balearics were one of the first Spanish regions to benefit from the tourist boom. The climate, tranquility and natural beauty of the islands continues to make them a favourite with holidaymakers to this day.

Ibiza – holiday central

The most popular island is Ibiza due to the amazing night life it provides for its visitors. There are many night clubs located throughout the island which could explain for the high amount of young adults that visit each year. The winter temperatures average around 60 Fahrenheit and more than 300 of the year’s days feature sunshine and clear blue skies. Another main attraction is Ibiza’s beautiful beaches which are great for relaxing, sun tanning, swimming, and even surfing. If your preference is something more active, golf courses, go-cart tracks, hiking trails, and biking courses are provided throughout the tourist season.

If you are planning a visit to Ibiza for a quiet holiday, it would be a smart choice not to go during the month of August when most visitors come to the island for clubbing, which tends to a raise in the prices on  accommodation, hotels, and transportation. So families are advised to visit Ibiza outside the main clubbing period if they require a more peaceful stay.