Ibiza Diary: News from Saturday, September 20, 2025
Starting Sunday, September 28, lifeguards (socorristas) on the beaches of the Balearic Islands will go on an indefinite strike. This will affect Ibiza, Sant Josep, Sant Antoni, and the major tourist resorts of Palma and Calvià. The protests are directed against precarious working conditions, inadequate pay, excessive working hours, and a lack of housing. They are demanding a clear response from the Balearic Government, better conditions, and compliance with minimum legal requirements. It is still unclear how exactly the service can be maintained on the affected beaches and whether there will be exceptions or emergency services.
● The Cultural Center Can Ventosa in Ibiza is celebrating its 100th anniversary and is undergoing a major expansion. Two additional floors are planned, quadrupling the space for musical activities from 300 to over 1.200 square meters. The investment volume exceeds two million euros, and the tender process will open shortly. Modern classrooms, staff rooms, administrative offices, and a large rehearsal room for more than 100 musicians will be created. The expansion is intended to transform Can Ventosa into a "cultural and social heart of the city" and promote both education and music more effectively.
● Between 15 May and 15 September 2025, the police in Sant Antoni 91 arrests for drug offenses 49 cases involved the illegal sale of laughing gas ("gas de la risa"), and 42 others involved the trafficking of other drugs. The measures were part of the "Plan de Seguridad de Verano 2025," which includes increased controls in leisure and entertainment areas. Security politician Neus Mateu criticized the fact that many detainees are released after 24 to 48 hours, which complicates police work. Authorities are now calling for changes to the law to more effectively stop repeat offenders.
● A post by Erika P. has been shared in the Facebook group “Nice and Cheap Ibizain which she expressed her despair about the housing situation on Ibiza: residents were only given overpriced holiday apartments instead of permanent rental contracts. She wrote: "Pues que la mitad de ese dinero lo tengáis que gastar en medicinas" ("Maybe you spend as much on medicines as you earn in rent") - a sentence that sparked widespread outrage. Other users compared costs and wages abroad and on Ibiza, with many saying: "Ibiza no es Nueva York" - there are no cheaper outskirts here. Landlords and owners defend themselves with arguments such as high property prices and their own costs; critics accuse them of profiting from the housing crisis. The discussion shows how strongly the issue of housing theft ("housing crisis") impacts the everyday lives of many on the island.
• Spanish Social Affairs and Consumer Affairs Minister Pablo Bustinduy praised the Ibiza Consulate's activities in combating illegal vacation rentals and called on other politicians to follow suit. He said Ibiza has already taken measures that are showing results, unlike cases like those of José Luis Martínez-Almeida and Carlos Mazón, which he believes should be more closely aligned with Ibiza's model. Bustinduy stressed that his ministry is providing all the necessary tools to enable municipalities to act legally. The move comes shortly after it was confirmed that all illegal Airbnb listings have been removed in Ibiza. According to Bustinduy, the listing of illegal vacation rentals jeopardizes the right to housing and pushes families out of the regular housing market.
● Under the slogan Ibiza, always fashion, (Ibiza, always in fashion) Adlib Ibiza and Artesania d'Eivissa have founded a joint brand. Economic development officer Maria Fajarnés presented the new umbrella brand during the "Madrid es Moda" fashion week in the Spanish capital. The goal is to raise the visibility of the island's fashion industry and handicrafts and attract more attention throughout Spain. Ibizan designers such as Tony Bonet, Vintage Ibiza, Ibiza Stones, Dolors Miró, Monika Maxim, S72Hat, and Piluca Bayarri were present at the presentation. The island council aims to provide creatives with greater marketing support and highlight fashion, tradition, and culture as part of the Ibiza lifestyle.
● For Ibiza and Formentera two yellow severe weather warnings issued. During the night from Sunday to Monday, 22 September, 00: 00 07 to: 59 pm a warning of heavy rainfall with up to 20 millimeters of precipitation in one hour. In addition, Aemet is warning of thunderstorms during the same period. The public should remain alert, follow current weather reports, and exercise particular caution in exposed areas. Damage to people and property is possible, especially in high-risk areas.
● DJ Mag's big "100 Top DJs Award Party" is coming to Ibiza for the first time. The gala will take place on 30 September at the new club UNVRS. In addition to the unveiling of the No. 1 DJ, performances will feature major artists from the electronic music scene, including Armin van Buuren, Boris Brejcha, Indira Paganotto, Jazzy, and Miss Monique. The event combines an awards ceremony and club night with an international lineup and spectacular production. Fans from all over the world are invited – tickets and VIP reservations are already available.
• Behind the incident in Siesta (Santa Eulària) lies a story of loneliness and overwhelm. An elderly man had barricaded himself with what he thought was a weapon because he felt abandoned – his wife was in the hospital, and he himself was struggling with health problems and psychological stress. Only after contact with his granddaughter and patient discussions with the Guardia Civil did he finally open the door. The gun turned out to be a fake, and the man was medically examined and taken to a psychiatric center. Experts emphasize that many elderly people suffer from similar stress and emphasize the importance of seeking help in a timely manner. To the photo gallery at → Diary.
Help & contacts on Ibiza:
• Emergency number for acute crises: 112
• Health center for psychological support: IB-Salut – Tel. 971 301 600
• Asociación de Salud Mental Ibiza y Formentera (ASFEME): 971 39 86 25
• Posidonia Línea (psychological hotline Balearic Islands): 900 100 456
● In Siesta (Santa Eulària) brought a decisive turning point A tense situation with a man barricading himself with a suspected weapon deteriorated. It all began when an elderly Portuguese man told a social worker he intended to take his own life and subsequently evicted her from his apartment. Police cordoned off the area, while the man blocked the door with a revolver (later revealed to be a fake), hampering negotiations. Only after contact with his granddaughter did he agree to speak with the Guardia Civil and finally open the door—without the use of force. The man is now receiving medical and psychiatric care to treat his isolation and mental health issues.
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