It takes about half an hour to reach Formentera on the ferry from Ibiza Town. It has a handful of sm

Ibiza can be wild. And I m not talking about the weather. Anyone who s had the misfortune of going to San Antonio will know what I mean. And while Ibiza Town is more sophisticated, it s still a busy old place.
But there is somewhere to escape to if you want a break away from it all the beautiful island of Formentera . The white sandy beaches tour of italy and clear blue waters of the Mediterranean tour of italy that lap its shores are a haven from the dance music and, let s face it, drug-fuelled ways of its big sister. At times, and if you re lucky, it can feel like you re on a tropical island in the middle of nowhere.
It takes about half an hour to reach Formentera on the ferry from Ibiza Town. It has a handful of small villages, such as Sant Francesc Xavier and El Pilar de la Mola, but once you land you don t have to go anywhere near them if peace and seclusion is what you re after. And while you can drive (car hire firms are at the ferry terminal), it makes much more sense to hire a bike as we did. Head off along one of the cycle paths to explore the island, along paths lined with scented juniper bushes and fig trees, and discover the beaches at your leisure. At just 19km long, Formentera   is good for walks too.
The island has more than 20km of beaches and nude bathing is common on most of them. They come in all shapes and sizes long expanses of sand, bays, tiny and empty coves. Smaller ones like Es Calo and Calo des Morts have few if any facilities. The larger ones like Llevant boast bars and water sports.
There s another treat in store though the neighbouring and smaller island of Esplamador tour of italy . About 150 metres away from Formentera, you can reach it by boat or swim if you re confident enough. Head for the Platja de S Alga beach for more sunbathing but take plenty to eat and drink as there are no restaurants.