Acreage Home In San Antonio

Acreage Home In San Antonio

Acreage Home In San Antonio

The discerning holidaymaker would probably rate Ibiza fairly low down on their list of coveted destinations. To some, the very word conjures up various images of sweaty sunburnt twentysomethings with a wallet full of Euros and a penchant for drunkenness and the opposite sex. If you were to visit the uphill West End strip of San Antonio in Ibiza, this idea would be a pretty accurate reality.

Upon visiting the strip, made famous by documentary ‘Ibiza Uncovered’ back in 1998 , lads in Ben Sherman shirts stumble about with gelled hair glistening under the illuminations, shouting obscenities at groups of girls who have interpreted 'Holiday Chic' as stretching tatty bits of fabric over blotchy bosoms, vainly attempting to cover their shiny sun ravaged faces with cheap streaky makeup.

The definitive 'Brits Abroad' Mecca; the stench of sickly sweet cheap booze, vomit and fried chicken in the late night August heat is something that will stay with you long after the last bar has closed its doors. Even worse when the long suffering Ibicenco cleaners trudge up the strip at dawn, pouring gallons of disinfectant that sloshes to the bottom of the hill creating a blend of smells that could test the reflexes of the strongest stomach.

There Is More To Ibiza Than This!

This is a miniscule part of one of the most beautiful islands in the world. It seems such a shame that one single street has given British people and the island such a horrendous reputation. 'Sant Antoni de Portmany' when graced with its full name, is in fact inhabited by many families, and homes and schools are present on quaint streets with rolling hills providing a striking backdrop.

To describe the sunsets on the West of the island as ‘the most beautiful in the world’ is a bold statement, but watching the sky turn countless shades of magenta and orange whilst the sun dips behind the rocks is enough to give the most cynical viewer goose bumps, and never fails to instigate cheers and bursts of applause from the crowds in appreciation of its beauty.

Enjoyable Places to Stay In San Antonio

There are many hidden gems in and around San Antonio, if one knows where to look. It even boasts a bohemian campsite tucked away just on the outskirts, walking distance from the promenade. Picturesque and practical with all amenities including showers, a pool and a small café bar, with tall and leafy trees providing shade for campers.