Ibiza Sunset Guide

Some argue that the most beautiful sunsets in the world can be witnessed from Ibiza's Café Del Mar. Others argue that the world's most beautiful sunset must be viewed from the New Beach in San Antonio, a 20 minute drive from Ibiza's city center. Live web cams aimed at the horizon have been placed throughout the island so that nostalgic visitors can still enjoy the Ibiza sunset from home. A DVD has even been made, with musical accompaniment, of the Ibiza sunsets, which you can pop in the player and leave on all evening.

Each evening in Ibiza, crowds of slightly-hungover revelers pack the rocky beaches for the best view of the sunset. Local promoters attend the event to hand out coupons and advertisements. Reservations at the Café Del Mar and its neighbor, Café Mambo, must be made far in advance if you wish to witness the sunset over dinner. Local clubs and restaurants along the waterfront play light, ambient techno music which they believe to be appropriate for accompanying a sunset. When the sun finally falls behind the waves, the beach crowd applauds at both its beauty, and at the impending night of partying.