Ibiza and Formentera are a destination known worldwide for their beaches and coves, blue waters, gastronomy and leisure offer, among many other reasons. They are the ideal destination to enjoy with family or friends in summer, but only in summer?

Contrary to what many people think, the Pityusic Islands can be visited and enjoyed practically all year round. Out of season the offer is not reduced, but transformed. The promenades and pavements stop smelling of eggs and beans, the exclusively tourist businesses close and give way again to the most classic places in the area, many forgotten during the summer, but where you will discover the habits of the islanders. The smell of sun cream has disappeared from the beaches, as well as the noise and the shouting, and now you can clearly hear the waves breaking and feel the unmistakable smell of the Mediterranean Sea.

First of all, you may wonder if the weather is good on our two small islands, and the answer is yes. They enjoy pleasant temperatures during most of the year, except for the months of July and August, which are characterized by high temperatures and a great accumulation of humidity, and the months of January and February, which although they are not noticeably cold, the days are usually grey and leaden. The months of spring and autumn are perfect for visiting us, with temperatures averaging around 20 degrees during the day, and with little chance of rain. The water temperature gradually drops, so if you are a brave person, take a dip in some spectacularly clear water!

One of the main reasons to come to Ibiza and Formentera out of season is their landscapes. During these months, you will have the opportunity to discover at your leisure the most famous, and not so famous, places of Ibiza and Formentera. Far away is the intense heat of the summer, which dusts all the vegetation and clouds the waters. From September onwards, the trees show their true colours in all their splendour, the intense green of their leaves covers the Pityusic landscape again and the waters recover their turquoise tones.

Did you know that the Renaissance walls of Dalt Vila were declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999, as was the Phoenician settlement of sa Caleta? Ibiza and Formentera have a vast cultural and architectural heritage that leaves no one indifferent: the whitewashed churches, the defence towers scattered along the coast that take us back to the time of the corsairs, several archaeological sites of great historical importance because they are unique in the Mediterranean, etc. And the months of spring and autumn are the best for visiting this rich heritage.

Ibiza and Formentera never close for holidays, they are transformed. You can enjoy its gastronomic offer all year round, in fact out of season there are many gastronomic events that have a great impact: Restaura't, Pintxa Sant Antoni, EivissaSabor, etc. Also, without the stifling heat of July and August, a good plan is to have a drink and enjoy the good weather on the terrace of one of the many bars and cafes that are open all year round on the islands. We highlight the Plaza del Parque, in Ibiza town, one of the liveliest spots in Ibiza, with a cosmopolitan atmosphere and always full of people. Don't miss the Vila Café, a special place and meeting point for residents and tourists.

These months, far from the hustle and bustle and heat of summer, are the best for sports and the Pityusic Islands will not let you down, as they have a wide range of sports on offer. Its climate and nature are the ideal environment for any sport: hiking, cycling, running, canoeing, climbing, paddle tennis, windsurfing, kite surfing, diving, etc. In addition, from Ibiza Blueline Charters we make our boats available to you all year round so that you can visit the coasts of Ibiza and Formentera.

In the summer months, especially during July and August, Ibiza and Formentera welcome thousands and thousands of people attracted by their landscapes, good weather, nightlife, etc. But if you want to avoid crowded beaches, with hardly any space to put a towel on, or you want to be able to enjoy its landscapes and cultural offer without having to share your special moment with dozens of other people by your side, we advise you to come out of season.

On the other hand, finding accommodation is not complicated. Many hotels and rural houses are open all year round. From Ibiza Blueline Charters we recommend Can Pep Pardal, a typical Ibizan house, located a few meters from the beach of Port de Sant Miquel, in the north of Ibiza.

To come out of season is not to see the B side of Ibiza and Formentera, but to discover the charm of these islands that have attracted thousands of people over the years.

In the official tourism portal of Ibiza you will find activities to do during your stay on the island.