Where on Ibiza are the secret caves that Carl loves? the answer was of course….Es Vedra
We are please to announce that the winner of the Competition is Sam Roake who will be receiving his Traktor scratch pro very soon. The answer to the question;
We would like to thank everyone who entered and be sure to check out our other competitions!
Here are a few favourite culinary destinations where the quality of the food is rivalled by the quality of the view. With grand sea views aplenty, sit back and take it all in.
Amante
Mediterranean Fantasy…
Stunning cliff-top restaurant and classy bar with steps down to a private sun
bathing beach. Great for lunch, dinner or all day. There are even VIP beach
cabanas for hire if you really desire privacy.
Blue Marlin
Legendary Lair…
Laid out on a broad pebble beach, this restaurant and bar spot is home to the
rich and famous as it comes kitted out with posh sunbeds and an array of healthy snacks on offer – laid-back and luxe is what this is.
Hotspot, Day and Night…With the new Augmented Ibiza App you are able to check-in and rate venues depending on how ‘hot‘ they are, so you can see what our users are saying right now. Along with tips from the curators and Ibiza editors’ recommendations, the Augmented Ibiza App gives you the best live guide for all things Ibiza.
In no particular order, here is a list of favourite destinations for those culture vultures looking to explore further afield…
A bit of history…
The oldest part of Ibiza Town is full of pretty cobbled streets, ancient
stone statues and is surrounded by a 5-foot thick brick wall (which is a cool
400+ years old). Think culture-vulture heaven. Among the highlights is the museum Museo Puig del Molins, set in a Carthaginian burial ground and boasting all sorts of Roman artefacts found exclusively on Ibiza. An Ibiza must.
Es Cana
Horseshoe Strand…
Close to the Santa Eulalia town and family-friendly resort of the same name,
this beach is a horeshoe of sand. Home to the famed Ibiza hippy market, but a
bit further out if you’re camping out in Ibiza Town.
Formentera
Ibiza’s Little Sister…
If party-mad Ibiza ever gets too much, hop on a ferry to the lovely
Formentera. It’s picture-perfect mediterranean, with white sandy beaches and
crystal clear water to cool off in. Try one of the many cycle/hiking paths if
you are feeling energetic, or just get some much needed R&R.
We have yet another competition for you! This time in conjunction with Jamiroquai and Novation Music to offer an outstanding piece of DJ equipment, the Novation Twitch. Some serious kit – check it via the link HERE and check out the official Novotion Music site HERE
1. To win the Novation Twitch:
Download the FREE app from the Apple store HERE and head to Cafe Mambo in San Antonio, Ibiza. Using the Augmented Reality function in the ‘Map’ section point your phone at Cafe Mambo and you will see the following icon below. Click on the icon and the answer will be revealed!
Tweet the answer to @augmentedibiza or post it under the competition news item on Jamiroquai’s site HERE or Augmented Ibiza’s site HERE .
The lucky winner will be selected at random!
For all those that aren’t in Ibiza you can also win a load of Jamiroquai goodies too. Full details below, but hurry you only have 2 weeks!
2. To win the Jamiroquai goodie bag:
Download the app from the Apple store HERE and answer this question based on info from Jay’s “Insider” section:
” What are Jay’s 2 favourite beaches in Ibiza. “
Tweet the answer to @augmentedibiza or post it under the competition news item on Jamiroquai’s site HERE or Augmented Ibiza’s site HERE.
The lucky winner will be selected at random!
Good Luck!
Thanks to our friends at Traktor, we are very happy to say that we ANOTHER Traktor Scratch Pro 2 to give away! This time we are bringing this to you proudly in partnership with Sasha!
Entering is easy all you need do is download the app, either on your iPhone or via the link HERE, and answer the question from Sasha below.
“What’s my favourite fish restaurant?”
Hint – The answer is in his insider profile……..
To enter you need to tweet the answer @augmentedibiza or leave a comment below.
The winner will be announced in 2 weeks.
Good Luck!
– What does the rest of the year hold for you outside of Ibiza?
I’m been on lockdown in my Studio in France for the last few weeks and leaving for weekend shows only, fortunately I’ve held on to some of my tan. I’m really looking forward to getting back to Berlin for August to finish an album I started with Matt Edwards (Radio Slave) we’ve been working on it for a while and time to bring it to fruition gig highlights I’m massively psyched to be going back to the USA in September especially back to Las Vegas and onto Hawaii which is my first time there. I’ve started putting a fully live electronic show together for next year and I look forward to playing live again and bringing it to Ibiza.
– What can we expect from your nights at Aura and who do you have playing?
The Paradise 45 parties at Aura are for the Disco heads on the island, our parties in London at the Dalston Superstore have been flying. Guy Williams & I started this party to give our Nu/Deep disco tracks a voice and to get our friends in the Disco scene involved. For August 11th we are excited to have Justin Robertson presents Deadstocks 33’s and for our September show we have Maxxi Soundsystem playing. Aura is such a great party spot, the food, ambience and cocktail bar make it a superb destination for us to have our parties there
– Which night / dj are you most looking forward to seeing?
I always love my shows for We Love at Space, its still the Daddy of all parties, a festival every Sunday my next show there is Sunday 7th August playing on the Terraza. Its James Zabelias Birthday and 2 many DJ’s are playing. I have a sneaky suspicion its going to be wild. I have put together a very special set with all new edits and new forthcoming releases for Southern Fried to be road tested on the sickest system in the Med.
– How do you think the music been played in Ibiza has changed over the past few years?
Its expanded massively, there’s much more variety available, i find it very refreshing it isn’t all minimal and Balearic beats, everything going on that’s how it should be. Variety is the spice of life lets abuse it. Theres also more and more live shows going on and the productions are getting bigger and bolder It should be about the party not just the DJ.
– Where do you see it going?
It would be great to think that there would be a resurgence of the hippies and beatniks but I thinks it’s all getting much slicker these days and attracting a more quality bespoke crowd who like a unique experience. The opening of Ushuaia has a tint of Vegas in it, I think it’s the start of some big changes ala resort style vacations. I’ve been having great fun at Pikes hotel this year, its been taken over by Ibiza Rocks but it’s still moderately priced and as kitsch as can be.
– Are there any secret tips about the island you can share with us?
I love heading up to the North end of the island to find peace, its full of smaller coves and bays and you can still find your own private beach in height of summer , we had a little party in Cala Mastella, it’s a super small beach still wholly untouched and far from the madding crowd.
– Where’s your favourite place to eat on the island?
Theres such a massive gastronomic choice on the island, i would say Aura is coming up trumps this year with their new menu, but i also love a place just further down the San Joan road called Balafia, traditional family owned chargrill & definitely not for the vegetarians. I also like to eat simple fish salads at beach cafe’s or take my own picnic out to beautiful spots there was a guy cooking his catch up at Calle D’en Serra and selling sardines when i was there last which was a real treat.
– What would you recommend is a must do for anyone heading to Ibiza for the first time?
Get involved but make sure you see some daylight and get the whole experience.
– Can you some up ibiza in a few words?
If its good enough for Terry Thomas…..
With the new version of the APP you are able to check-in and rate venues depending on how ‘hot’ they are. We combined what our users are saying right now, the curators & Ibiza editors recommendations to select their top spots to take a day trip during your stay in Ibiza.
Es Vedra – Caves
“got to be on a boat to get to these caves, amazing to swim in just like the carribean”– Carl Cox
Host to parties and day trips the Ibiza caves are well known to locals. Ibiza is an island of mysteries and ES VEDRA is one of them…….both are considered places of transformation.
While exploring Ibiza, by tracking down the islands caminos in the countryside, most unexpectedly one can be confronted with the beautiful and Mysterious Rock Es Vedra when it suddenly appears in clear sight.
A boat excursion, often with glass-bottom, to admire the crystal clear waters, can bring you along the mysterious rock formation Es Vedra with its high rising and almost straight up going sides. There is the opportunity to climb up for those who dare, for the views are absolutely stunning. Most of the excursions start in Port Magnus, harbor of San Antonio and it will be a very worthwhile and enjoyable boat trip.
Portinax
The largest beach S’Arenal Gros is in the Bay across from the main Coach Park; little S’Arenal Petit, which is more private, is around the corner from the rocky promontory to the left. The third is Playa Porto Beach, surrounded by little pineclad hillocks, it is in a little cove at the end of the main road. All these beaches have shallow water and are excellent for bathing
Formentera
Toddla T’s must visit spot for lunch and a swim. If party-mad Ibiza ever gets too much, hop on a ferry to the lovely Formentera. It’s picture-perfect Mediterranean, with white sandy beaches and crystal clear water to cool off in. Try one of the many cycle/hiking paths if you are feeling energetic, or just get some much needed R&R.
Sasha Never Say Never at Ushuaia opening party kicks off today! We were lucky enough to grab a chat with him yesterday about how the new Ushuaia set – up will affect his music, his new label, his biggest Ibiza tracks past and present and how he will be using the App this year.
Sasha is also offering fans guestlist spots for the gig.
Email: adam.moujahid@threesixzerogroup.com with guestlist requests.
How has the music the music you play at Ushuaia affected what you normally play?
Parties at Ushuaia were something special, I got to play music I don’t normally get to play out in big rooms. My set last Sep was one of my fave Ive done in a long time. Intimate space- it allowed you freedom to do things
Has that affected what you play in other places. In Amnesia for example?
It’s a completely different sound to what I would normally get to play in main rooms.
What do you think was the biggest tune of last summer?
Hate/Love – Guy Gerber was an anthem, Nhar- afterburner was a beautiful head bouncing record, thought that was really good.
Which Tracks looking forward to playing this year?
Ha- you’ll have to come down to the Ushuaia parties and see! They start tomorrow Gui Boratto and Steve Bug Though, I really like the Tale Of Us tracks that ive been getting recently….
What will be a big record for Amnesia this year?
I think Ryan Davis-Asteroids (Cora Nova)_NATURA SONORIS i know its a bit old but i really like it
Amnesia is with Eric Prydz isn’t it?
Yeh, im doing two dates at Amnesia – one on the Terrace and one in the main room, they’re both amazing rooms
When did you last play Amnesia?
Couple of years ago at Cream
Fan question:How do you think the new Ushuaia set up will affect the music
Its a very different animal to last year, its a beautiful location and very big. Last year was about the intimacy. Its a beautiful location. In terms of Ibiza it is the best possible new location.Dancing outdoors,beach,500 people
Will you still play a deeper sound like you did last year?
It’s My first set tomorrow so we’ll see but i think it will be hard to get away with some of those deeper records.
Fan Question – What sound does Ibiza seem to respond to the best? More dutch, more tech, anthem…is there any specific?
Really nothing specific. I think the big dutch trance sounds are still absolutely massive here techno is huge. Carl Cox and Magda are still playing deep underground techno records. Its always music that has something special behind it that translates the best here.…Its hard to put into words, some records don’t make sense in other places but they seem to work here.
Fan question-is ibiza still as good to play as when you 1st played at Space?
Oh yeah, absolutely, its got better! The energy here is phenomenal.You can go to a great night like Cream / We Love- it’s pretty much unbeatable actually.
Fan question – Where in ibiza have you not played in your career,and you would most want to play at?
When I played DC10 I didn’t do a very good job so I’d like to go back and do a proper set, that would be fun
How do you feel about how music has changed in ibiza?
A lot of people were very negative about the situation, but this year theres so much hype+ so many young people No matter who’s on top, favourite, who’s hosting the best parties- people always come here to party! I feel like there’s a whole new generation of clubbers this year who have taken Ibiza as their own.
We were talking to Toddla T earlier about his gig with Skream and Benga…..
Yeh its a whole new sound….
Are you surprised at how nights with Skream and Benga have taken off?
I am because for years and years Ibiza was about house music but now it seems like everything is working down here. I remember dnb really tried to make it work, but they just couldnt quite get it- just didnt sit right here..
That kind of urban sound didnt sound right here. But with Snoop Dogg at Amnesia etc its really opened up musically
You gave us some great tips last year. Any new restaurants you’re looking forward to trying?
The new Pacha restaurant which is where the old El Devino was- a great location I have to say.Ive only just got here but all my faves are still going strong:… Sa Punta the fish shack and Balafia for the grilled rabbit!
Any new beaches or any new beach things that youll be doing?
Well Ushuaia is probably the biggest, its a new venue its outdoors….
Fan question – from Maxim Lee what Ibiza record is closest to your heart and why?
Age of Love Jam & Spoon
Whats going on with the new label?
I found a vocalist through a track i played last year and he lived in NY so i tracked him down. He came and did a vocal for me which turned into the first release on my new record label We’ve done this Burn Studios competition. So i’ve had to listen to a 1000 versions over the past 5 days-ridiculous!
Any specific plans?
Ive already signed 5 or 6 tracks, we’ll be releasing a track per month/ 2 months for the forseeable future. Its just signing tracks that have something close to my heart+gettin some of the hottest remixers on board. Im not intending on taking on Warner Bros or EMI but its just gonna be a little cottage industry i think!
Will you be doing your own productions on the label?
Yeh every 2 or 3 releases will be mine
Is it all stuff you would play out or will it be more eclectic than that?
My idea with the label: have one version i can play out at a festival and one version i can play out at Ushuaia
When’s the first release?
22nd August. Cut Me Down- My mix, Layo&Buschwacka mixes+ then we’ll prob be releasing some winners from burn comp.
Where will you check into the most this summer on the App?
My gigs!!
As a dj what’s the best feature of the app for you?
The best feature is being able to talk to fans on the island directly ..and for me, to be able to find new bars & restaurants with the “what’s nearby” guide!
Thanks for the great interview. We really enjoyed talking to you from everybody at Augmented Ibiza. Enjoy the summer
Cheers!
Our Sasha interview is live today!
We will chatting with, one of our insiders, Sasha, about everything Ibiza. Including what it is about Ushuaia that keeps him coming back, why Ibiza is so special to him, plus his new single and label.
As well as being able to read the stream fans have the chance to be part of the conversation and get their questions answered!
How to get your question answered:
If you have a question that you would like to put to Sasha about anything remotely related to Ibiza then send it out over twitter along with @SashaOfficial and Augmented Ibiza will pick the best ones to throw at him tomorrow!
How to be part of the interview and read the stream:
To read the interview simply make sure you tune into your stream at the correct time and are following@SashaOfficial AND @AugmentedIbiza
Details:
TIME: 17:30 [GMT]
FOLLOW: Augmented Ibiza HERE
FOLLOW: Sasha HERE
COMPETITION NOW CLOSED WINNER ANNOUNCED SHORTLY
“Space and Ibiza are my two most favourite things in the world”
To celebrate 10 years of Carl Cox’s Revolution at Space we have teamed up with him and Traktor to give away a copy of ‘Traktor Scratch Pro 2’ to one lucky winner!
The lively atmosphere and up-for-it crowd of Space’s main room make a perfect venue for Cox’s sound, and his own eye-popping laser show certainly doesn’t hurt either.
“When I play it is like playing at home—the crowds and the parties are always amazing.”
Cox’s 10th season has continued much like the ones before it with the likes of Richie Hawtin and Dubfire having already gone down a storm. With the likes of past guests and residents John Digweed, Fatboy Slim and Green Velvet still to come.
To enter the competition you need to answer this simple question, in the comments section below.
Where on Ibiza are the secret caves that Carl loves?
*HINT look at the recent interview with Carl over on our Facebook or check out his profile on the app.
