People will earn points each time they deposit a can or a plastic bottle. The Council of Formentera has launched a recycling scheme for cans and plastic bottles, implementing the installation of five vending recycling machines, in which the residents who deposit cans and plastic bottles will obtain points that …
Read More »Full moon views – best places to enjoy the full moon
Full moon is a magical time in Ibiza. Visitors accustomed to city living, or cloudy climates, are always amazed at its brilliance. It is well worth seeking out one of these six spots to see the moon in its glory. You’ll find it bright enough to stroll comfortably along a …
Read More »Solar Power is Coming to Ibiza
Since the re-development and pedestrianisation of Ibiza Old Town’s centre, you might have noticed the large solar power panels that have appear at front of Vara Del Rey and Plaza del Parque. It’s no accident that the Ayuntamiento have placed the alternative energy sculptures in such a prominent position. Because …
Read More »3 Greener Ways to Get Around Ibiza
Ibiza loves nature and here on island that cares for the environment it’s great to know that there’s a greener alternative for getting from A to B… 1 – Bici Hippy What is it? Bici Hippy Ibiza is an electric bike company based in Ibiza. Their aim is to provide …
Read More »Going Bananas: Smart guide on How to Grow Bananas in Ibiza
My first contact with banana plants in Ibiza… …was back in 2007, when a good friend introduced me to his huge plants behind his house. ‘They are originally from Costa Rica’ he said, as I had never seen such enormous plants before. On top, there were huge flowers, with real …
Read More »5 Things to do in Ibiza When it’s Raining
Oh no! It’s raining in Ibiza! Don’t panic – here are some nice indoor activities, so you can make the most of a grey day… Sports Cafe, Ibiza Where: Playa D’en Bossa About: Even if it’s raining in Ibiza, the Sports Cafe in Playa D’en Bossa still is a great …
Read More »Balearic Islands on a yellow weather alert
All the islands of the Balearic archipelago are currently on yellow alert (risk) for coastal phenomena, with a force 6-7 southwest wind forecast and waves of up to 2-3 metres, according to the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET). Mallorca, Ibiza and Formentera have a yellow warning as a result of winds, …
Read More »Volkswagen admits 683,626 vehicles affected by emissions scandal in Spain
Nearly two weeks after US authorities uncovered Volkswagen’s sophisticated scheme to deceive pollution emission regulators, the German carmaker has put a figure on the number of vehicles affected in Spain. According to the company, 683,626 automobiles are equipped with the fraudulent EA 189 Euro 5 diesel engines, which come with …
Read More »A very wet day in Ibiza
There was chaos on the roads again today as a storm again forced the closure of the highway to the airport, where a car was trapped in the water. The inner ring road ground to a halt when water reached the level of the pavements causing massive delays, as our …
Read More »The first rains in months drench Ibiza in the middle of August
The successive heat waves and water shortages were finally resolved yesterday by the first summer rains, which came as something of a surprise last Friday. Yesterday, the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) retained an orange alert (significant risk) for Ibiza, Formentera and the other Balearic Islands for heavy rain and thunderstorm. …
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