Why move to Ibiza
If you want colour, excitement and youthful exuberance, Ibiza Town is for you. Beyond the famous night life, this is a place with an incredible history and rich contemporary culture.
While Eivissa’s reputation for being fabulous is well earned, you’ll find it a city successfully balancing energetic mass tourism with the need to preserve what made it important in the first place. Its diversity is its defining feature. You can explore the warren of streets in the ancient walled fortress of Dalt Vila, bar hop along the waterfront then move on to some of the world’s most famous nightclubs by night (or day). This vibrant city lives up to all expectations and welcomes all comers.
A beacon for artists for many years, this cosmopolitan city is still alive with colourful people, from fashionistas to foodies, hippies to musicians, all drawing on Ibiza Town’s unique energy. And with a perfect year-round Mediterranean climate you’ll be able to make the most of the many attractions and distractions well into the winter months, when it takes on a more personal atmosphere.
Community
Although the population of 50,000 swells dramatically in the long summer season (from May to October), Eivissa is more than just a resort town, it’s a lively year round city. With a largely youthful Spanish population, this perhaps isn’t the place for a quiet retirement – although it is the perfect destination for the young at heart.
Property
Its status as one of the world’s most fashionable cities means that Ibiza Town isn’t the easiest place to find a bargain, particularly if you have your heart set on a minimalist luxury villa in exclusive Marina Botafoch or glimmering Platja de Talamanca. There are however more affordable apartments to be found in the centre or if you want something a little quieter, try the seaside suburb of Figueretes.
Amenities
Boutiques, bookshops, artisan galleries and locally produced foods can be all be found here. Eivissa is also an excellent place to be if you love water sports, and if not, there is a strong emphasis on walking and cycling to keep fit.
Transport
Ibiza is a small island; it doesn’t take long to get around by car or using the excellent bus service with links to the major towns and airport. You’ll also be situated in the island’s main port, with ferries to the mainland, Majorca and Formentera.
Employment
It’s not much of an exaggeration to say that almost as many people come to Ibiza Town to find work as they do to party. You’ll find plenty of competition for seasonal work in the bars, restaurants and nightclubs but as a permanent resident you will be in a better position to get ahead of the game.
Health
As well as two hospitals and numerous clinics, Ibiza town is a well known destination for health tourism. From minor surgery to yoga retreats, the town will help you find whatever you are searching for.
Schools
Children will find an education to suit them in Eivissa, from traditional Spanish state schools and multilingual private institutions to alternative forms of education. There is also an international school in the middle of the island if you want to follow the UK national curriculum.
Cost of Living
Prices tend to be a little higher in Ibiza Town than the Spanish national average, particularly in the summer months, so make sure you factor these costs in when planning a move