This August, we spent three weeks on the beautiful Balearic island of Ibiza, an island that offers much to discover beyond the parties and big clubs—especially if you’re into tennis in Ibiza.
For a buzzy social tennis scene, The Bubble Club is a newer tennis club that currently has two tennis courts and six padel courts. They’re in the process of expanding, adding three more tennis courts. We really enjoyed playing here, especially because the grass courts are quite unique. They are synthetic grass with a green clay surface that reminds us of the courts in South Florida.
We also made a stop at the funky boutique Pikes Hotel, on the North side of the island, in search of a quirky tennis experience. The hotel's pink tennis court is a must-see if you’re looking to play tennis in Ibiza with a bit of funk and character.
It might be obvious that this island is home to stunning villas, but it can be less known that some of these properties come with private tennis courts. Playing on these courts, some set against the backdrop of the water, made our tennis sessions feel truly special.
But we didn’t just stay active on the courts. The island's raw beauty also allows for opportunities to explore its natural side through hikes and walks. One evening, we joined a sunset hike in the mountains overlooking Es Vedra, guided by Ibiza Hike Station. This company offers unique, holistic hikes around Ibiza, showing the island’s wild nature, with multilingual guides leading the way.
As for the food scene, one of our newfound dining favorites was Nudo Ibiza, nestled on the East side of the island. The team behind Nudo has previously worked together at renowned Noma in Copenhagen. They transformed an aging beach bar into a fresh Mediterranean kitchen with touches of Mexico and Japan, blending flavors from Italy, Guatemala, and the Nordics. The focus on local island-sourced ingredients, combined with their international approach, makes both the food and atmosphere feel refreshingly contemporary.
We also loved Sa Capella, a deconsecrated church in the north of the island, run by the same team behind Casa Maca. The charming setting creates a unique and refined dining experience. You can sit outside in the beautiful courtyard, or inside for a dimly lit ambiance.
To cap off our trip, we spent a day on a Wajer Yacht 77—an amazing boat with incredible design. This yacht sleeps 9 people and has four cabins, each with an ensuite bathroom and a standing height of 2.15-2.35 meters (7-7'9″).
