50 ways to leave Ibiza...with some money left over

Beach-Hopping

From San Antonio, head north along the rocks until you reach Cala Gracio and Cala Gracioneta. March on for 45 minutes to Punta Galera, where you'll find a weird formation of stone plateaus. The next point of call is Cala Salada (pictured above) – arguably the best beach on the island.

Dalt Vila and Ibiza Old Town (pictured below)

Feeling cultured? Head to the medieval fortress of Dalt Vila and explore the cobbled labyrinth of streets, chapels and courtyards. Check out the views of the harbour, then head back down to the chic Old Town for a spot of window shopping.

Sant Bartomeu Festival

This week-long festival, held in San Antonio in September, culminates with a huge tomato fight on the beach. You can buy handmade craft at the local market and there are sporting events out on the water.

Snorkelling

Jump on the No 4 bus from San Antonio to Cala Conta and explore the glorious turquoise waters and rocky coves with your trusty snorkel. Take a picnic for lunch and then watch the sunset at the famous Sunset Ashram beach bar.

AVOID: Handing over half your spending money to a travel rep for a program of rubbish, booze cruise-style excursions, half of which you won't be up in time for anyway.

The Sunset Strip A bar crawl along San Antonio's sunset strip doesn't have to expensive, especially if you're drinking beer and sangria. Start at the Golden Buddha before heading to Kanya. Then it's a five minute walk to Mint, Cafe Mambo and Cafe del Mar. End the evening at Savannah to watch the sun set.

Playa d'en Bossa Beach Bars Take on the Bossa beach bar challenge, starting off at Santos and walking along the sand to Bora Bora, Lips, Sir Rocco, Hard Rock Beach Bar, No Name, Beachouse, Nassau, Sands, and finally Coco Beach.

The S'Arenal Promenade

Cheaper than the sunset strip, a bar crawl along San Antonio's S'Arenal Promenade won't clean you out. Start at Orange Corner, dive into Ibiza Rocks Bar for their cocktail of the day, then stop off at Itaca for shots of hierbas, before chilling out at Tulp.

Pukka Up

Not only do Pukka Up throw the best boat parties on the planet, but your ticket also gets you entry to clubs from Ibiza Rocks to Sankeys to Amnesia, depending on the day of the event. Pukka Up on Fridays gets you a free Mixmag subscription, too.

AVOID: Paying full price for your tickets to the big nights. There is always a better deal (see end of feature).

Sushiya Aoyama, Plaça de sa Drassaneta 13, Ibiza Town

Located in Ibiza's Old Town, just off the main tourist thoroughfares, Sushiya Aoyama is one of the island's best-kept secrets. Take a friend and share the assorted maki sushi, which includes spicy tuna, California and salmon mango, for just €19.

Pizzeria Ciao Ciao, Calle Begones 20, Playa d'En Bossa

Situated on the main road between Sankeys and Ushuaïa, Ciao Ciao is one of the best Italian restaurants on the island. It's great value for money and perfectly positioned on prime clubland territory.

Davide's Pizzeria, Carrer de Madrid, San Antonio One of busiest and best restaurants in San Antonio, David's set menu – starter, main, dessert, drink and a shot – will cost you just €12.50. The stylish main menu is also stacked with affordable pizzas, steaks and chicken dishes.

Skinny Kitchen, Carrer del General Prim 8, San Antonio Mindful about the food you eat? Head to Skinny Kitchen in San Antonio's West End, where über healthy, decadent-tasting dishes like the €6 skinny breakfast wrap don't cost the earth.

Comidas San Juan, Calle de Montgrí 8, Ibiza Town Arguably the best value restaurant on the island, steak, fries and a glass of wine won't cost you more than €10. They don't take reservations, so make sure you're on the doorstep as soon as they open.

Can Terra, Carrer de Ignasi Wallis 14, Ibiza Town Order the most amazing croissants for breakfast, tapas for lunch and garlic prawns in the evening. The prices at Can Terra are locally pitched, which is why this modern café is always packed with price conscious natives.

IL Vaticano, Alemania, 5, San Antonio

From the outside II Vaticano looks expensive, but don't be put off by the grandeur of this stunning Italian restaurant where the food is out of this world. Expect to pay around €25 for a very special three course meal with wine and soft drinks.

Tapas, Cami de Reguero 4, San Antonio

A firm favourite with island insiders and taste-conscious holidaymakers, Tapas serves extraordinarily tasty Spanish cuisine with a twist. If you're missing home, book a table on Sunday and order the roast dinner for only €11.95!

AVOID: The 'pile-'em high' tourist mega-cafes by the Egg in San Antonio. Head inland for bigger portions, better food and better prices.

Hostal Florencio, C/Soledad 38, San Antonio Tel: +34 971 34 0 723

This recently renovated hotel boasts a modern bar and restaurant on the ground floor. The food and rooms are cheap, the Wi-Fi is free, and there's also a swimming pool. More here.

Baleàric Hostal, Carrer Soletat, 37g, San An Tel: +34 971 80 47 79

Located close to the sunset strip, this recently refurbished hostal offers amazing value for money. The staff are really friendly and the rooms are cleaned every day. More here.

Club Can Bossa, Alcines, 22, Playa d'En Bossa Tel: +34 971 30 14 46

A €10 taxi ride from the airport, a two-minute walk to Sankeys, and a five minute walk to Space, Club Can Bossa is clean, basic and in the thick of the action. More here.

Hotel Club La Noria, C/Argue Laques 7, Playa d'En Bossa Tel: +34 971 30 63 17

Ideally positioned between Sankeys and Ushuaïa, Club La Noria is the perfect base for your Bossa holiday. The hotel has a pool, is located close to Bora Bora beach, and you're only a €10 taxi ride from the airport. More here.

Hostal Tarba, Carrer Ramon y Cajal 20, San Antonio Tel: +34 971 340 216

A 30-second walk from San Antonio's central bus station, Hostal Tarba is a family run hotel with a swimming pool and a great bar/restaurant. More here.

Zodiac Apartments, Av. San Agustin 93, San Antonio Bay

The décor in this San Antonio Bay apartment block is a little old-fashioned, but everything works, the staff are great, there's a pool and the rooms are massive! More here.

AVOID: Booking a hotel that's miles from San Antonio, Ibiza Town or Playa d'en Bossa simply because it's cheap – you'll soon make up the difference in taxi fares.

Mezcalería Mexiterránea (pictured above), Calle Santa Creu 3, Dalt Vila, Ibiza Town

Located in the heart of Dalt Vila, this quaint little Mexican mescal bar will appeal to clubbers who know their drink. Get a glass of the hot stuff for €7 and sup up the culture.

Es Polvori, Dalt Vila, Ibiza Town Located close to where the IMS stage their Dalt Vila parties, this hole-in-the-wall snack bar serves beer and wine for just €1.50! Take your drinks up onto the ramparts and stare out over the Mediterranean towards Formentera.

Café Babel, Plaza de la Iglesia, San Antonio The team at Café Babel serve the best mojitos on the island and all for the paltry sum of €6.50! For the same price, try their famous strawberry daiquiri, which is equally delicious.

Bay Bar, Avenida Doctor Fleming 20, San Antonio

Head to Bay Bar between 6pm and 9pm and enjoy two for one cocktails in one of San Antonio's plushest bars. The cocktails are made with fresh fruit and premium spirits and the soundsystem is equally crisp.

Can Miquelitus, Carrer de Manuel Sorà 1, Ibiza Town

Located just off the tourist track in Ibiza's Old Town, this little hatch-in-the-wall bar serves great fruit juices and cocktails at reasonable prices. They have a decent wine list and a glass of beer costs €2.20.

Candy Apple, Carrer l'Estrella 9, San Antonio A real workers 'favourite, Candy Apple's candy shakes and breakfast smoothies have quickly become as famous as their strawberry and mango daiquiris. Order the incredible Snickers shake with a hit of amaretto for just €6.95.

Madagascar, Plaza Del Parque 4, Ibiza Town A mild-mannered cafe by day, Madagascar keeps buzzing until 4am in the morning. The litre jugs of sangria are a specialty, or simply sink a few €2 beers.

Storico, Carrer de las Alzines, Playa d'En Bossa Next door to Sankeys, Storico is the perfect place to drop in for a pre-party drink. Make sure you ask about the two for one cocktail offers before ordering.

S'Escalinata, Carrer Portal Nou 10, 07800 Dalt Vila, Ibiza

Relax on the beanbags at this tiny cocktail house inside the castle walls of Dalt Vila. Grab a freshly squeezed juice for €4.50, a beer for €2.30, or a gin fizz for €7.50.

AVOID: Ordering cocktails without asking 'how much', and drinking along the main drag in Playa d'En Bossa without checking out a few online reviews beforehand. Also, many of Ibiza's bars increase their prices after 9pm, which is why it makes sense to sink your cocktails early and then switch to
beer or wine after dark.

How to save money on club tickets

Never, ever pay on the door at any of Ibiza's big clubs – you'll end up paying for it. Instead, keep an eye out for hustling PRs working the San Antonio promenade and the Playa d'En Bossa strip. They'll have loads of discount wristbands and they may even invite you in for free. It's also worth asking at your hotel – some of the fancier ones will actually put you on the guest list. For big nights there are often decent early bird offers: IbizaSpotlight.com, for example, offers €5–15 off door prices and queue-jump options. Also, before you arrive make sure you are following all your favourite DJs and island promoters on Twitter and Facebook, as free pop-up parties and exclusive afterparties are often announced on the day.

Your Mobile Phone

Most networks now offer European bolt-ons that will cut the cost of your phone usage while you're in Ibiza. Just make sure you tell your provider you're heading to the Balearics and not Spain, and remember to ask if you'll be charged to receive calls while you're in Ibiza.

Wi-Fi

Turn off your data roaming and use the free Wi-Fi available to guests and customers at most hotels, bars and cafes across the length and breadth of the island.

Cash and Cash Machines

The Pound is currently very strong against Euro, which means your money will go a lot further in Ibiza this summer than it has done at any time in the last five years. If you're changing money before you fly, do it before you get to the airport as they have the worst conversion rates– despite 0% commission. If you decide to use the cash machines in Ibiza you'll be asked if you want to withdraw your money in Pounds or Euros. Always withdraw in the local currency – in this case Euros – to avoid paying a slew of hidden fees.

AVOID: Paying for your club tickets, body paint and excursions in advance – Ibiza can get pretty crazy and it's likely your plans will change when you get to the island.