Whenever I tell people I live in Ibiza they have one of two reactions; incredulity or envy. Both reactions are understandable, after all, Ibiza is the crown jewel of the Med known for its hedonism and its natural beauty. And, yes, normal people live here. Well, normal might be an overstatement. Suffice to say, Ibiza is not just for partygoers and holidaymakers. There’s more to my beloved island than night clubs and beach bunnies and I love to take an Ibiza novice and show them the true heart of my adopted homeland. I had one such opportunity recently when a friend with presumptions finally decided to visit.
Finding accommodation in Ibiza is difficult because it’s almost impossible to choose between the various five-star and boutique hotels and the luxe private villas. Knowing my friend likes to have all the accoutrements of a hotel I chose the Seven Pines Resort Ibiza for the first part of her stay. Also, it meant I got to indulge in all the lovely offerings of this village-style hotel.
Set on a clifftop on the island’s west coast Seven Pines Resort Ibiza was once an enclave of private homes. Beautifully renovated and landscaped this place retains its village feel with townhouses in place of rooms. The views are beyond breath-taking and stretch out across the shimmering Med interrupted only by the rocky monolith of Es Vedra. Mystics like to say the rock looming out of the water is the most magnetic spot in the world. There’s not a single scientist who will back up this claim, but it doesn’t matter because the magical pull of this mythical place is enough for me. Especially when its viewed from the resort’s The View restaurant or the Pershing Yacht Terrace. Cocktail in hand of course.
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