Formentera
in Balearic Islands

If the crystal clear waters and scenic views aren't enough to draw you here on their own, perhaps its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and preponderance of nude beaches will. One visit to this Balearic island, and it's sure to become your summer mainstay for years to come.

how long to go for

a long weekend, a week

when to go

may, june, july, august, september, april, october, march, january

holidays

El Pilar, Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Sant Jaume (Day of Formentera), Santa Maria Fiesta de la Tierra, Festival of the Formentera Guitars

how to get there

Fly into Ibiza Airport (IBZ) and then take a ferry to La Savina, Formentera.

how to get around

on foot, by bike, by car, by bus

nice to know

Formentera does away with the party antics of Ibiza and instead offers peaceful, idyllic beaches. Only a 30-minute ferry ride from Ibiza, it's ideal for a day trip.

local language

Spanish, Catalan

currency

Euro

in an emergency

call 112