Guide to Santa Eulalia, (Santa Eulária)
Whereas Ibiza town is known for its wild, pulsating night-life, Santa Eulalia is a sophisticated conglomeration of culture, history, and beauty. Being only 21 kms from Ibiza airport, it is a beloved destination for families and those seeking a quieter holiday. The coastline of the town is crowned with a gleaming white and coral-coloured marble promenade, adorned with palm-trees, and is strewn with a yacht marina, gourmet restaurants, miniature gardens, and exquisite café’s.
As the second biggest town on the island, Santa Eulalia has undergone an extensive amount of development in the last few years. A fantastic view of the towns newly built marina, holding a large number of luxury yachts, can be found in any one of the quality bars and restaurants, whilst a further selection of places to eat can be found along the famous, “Restaurant Street”.
During the day the beach is the place to be, as Santa Eulalia offers a wide range of tempting beaches, stretching from “Aguas Blancas” in the North East, down to Ibiza Town. Alternatively, the town has a selection of modern shops and markets ready to enjoy.
Keeping to the islands true form, the town has an old traditional church, sat on the hill as you enter. As beautiful as it looks in day light, nothing compares to the magnificent view at night, as both the church and hill are lit, providing a spectacular welcome.
One focal point is the river-walk, which meanders from Mariner’s beach to a Roman bridge currently under renovation, having a footbridge that leads to Calo de S'Alga with its own beach and quaint village, while another great attraction is the beach; a sprawling 300 metre long shore with clean and shallow waters which are safe for children and are very inviting for less confident swimmers. There are first-rate water-sport facilities, with water quality being very good. Activities include waterskiing, sailing, banana boats and more, with handy water fountains to wash your feet after a long relaxing day in the golden sand. Nearby diving centres also lies close to the Marina.
Having a deep-rooted appeal as the island's gastronomic and cultural centre, Santa Eulalia thrives on art galleries and haute-couture shopping, with a sense of community. Food for the tourist market is also catered for with Spar shops selling a mix of British, German, and American brands, as well as local delicacies.
As a way to beat the heat of the afternoon sun, shops tend to close for an afternoon siesta, or rather an extended lunch-break, but then stay open late into the night. The night-life in Santa Eulalia is cool, busy, exciting and gorgeous. Who can think of a better way to spend an evening than topping off a great meal with homemade ice-cream on the seafront? If that’s not to your taste, the town offers great evening entertainment and the place to be is The Guarana, an extravagant club that has a variety of music, from jazz and blues events to the trendiest DJs around.
Santa Eulalia has something for everyone, whether it be a peaceful family holiday you’re looking for or a less-frenzied clubbing scene than that of Ibiza town or San Antonio, either way, you’re in for a treat with this special holiday resort.