Ibiza (Eivissa in Catalan) is known to many as the party capital of the Balearics. As the third largest of this archipelago it has become hugely popular with Europe’s young revellers.

However the island isn’t all about loud music, foam parties and drunken teenagers. There is a beautiful side to Ibiza that is often overlooked by many of the younger holidaymakers. With approximately 60 white sand beaches, it is a sun lover’s paradise. Hidden coves punctuate the cliffs along the coastline providing plenty of exploration opportunities.

Further inland are hills, forests and picture-perfect traditional villages full of white-washed houses. The larger towns are awash with stunning architecture, traditional restaurants and chic hotels and eateries providing the perfect backdrop to some of the most breathtaking sunsets in the Mediterranean.

The island’s capital is Ibiza Town. Its nightlife is more for the grown-up clubber. It has a quaint old town and 3 sensational beaches nearby – Figueretes, Es Cavallet and Ses Salines. Probably the best known resort is San Antonio. Billed as a clubbers paradise it won’t disappoint. It is loud, brash and cheerful and home to 2 of the islands main clubs, Es Paradis and Eden. The beaches (Cala Conta, Cala Bassa and Cala Tarida) are clean but can get very crowded during the main holiday season. However, just a short hop across the water is the satellite island of Formentera for those who want to get away from it all for a while.

The third main resort is Santa Eualia. Unlike the others, this is much more low key and therefore more attractive to families.