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With fantastic beaches and the great Ibiza weather it's little wonder that the island is popular for those who like their independence while on holiday and opt for villa holidays in Ibiza as opposed to traditional hotel ones.

There's a good choice of both privately rented Ibiza villas available, and also ones through leading specialist companies like James who have villa holidays available.

Prices can be surprisingly good when compared to traditional hotels, for example taking Ibiza villa holidays in May can work out as little as £240 a person for accommodation - and nearly always this will include a private swimming pool - essential for many on their Ibiza holidays

Flights to Ibiza can still be booked independently to ensure that the overall cost doesn't go up, but even when booking the Ibiza flights at the same time the cost comes out at £365 a person.

There's a whole range of areas on the island that offer Ibiza villa holidays, a lot are within easy reach of the sea while a few are inland for those who prefer to see the traditional side of Ibizan life.

Looking at an Ibiza map there is perhaps one area that stands out as good for family villa holidays in Ibiza - Santa Eulalia.

A big draw for those visiting the island is the great variety of events on the island that can be accessed easily from an Ibiza villa holiday - but equally when the sun is out many head for the beach or relax by their own private pool.

Santa Eulalia is popular as it's a good family holidays area, with a wide sandy beach and a good mix of accommodation in the form of self catering apartments, Ibiza hotels and of course Ibiza villas, many of which are available for renting privately.

There are other areas popular too for Ibiza villa holidays, and whichever resort you choose we hope you enjoy your time on the island - and if like many people you enjoy it so much you might find that villa holidays in Ibiza become a regular vacation!