British holidaymakers in Ibiza have become masters of frugality, devising ingenious ways to avoid the island's notoriously steep drink prices. From pre-drinking tactics to clever bar choices, these savvy travellers are making their euros stretch further.
The Pre-Party Ritual
Many Brits start their evenings with a "pre-game" session at their accommodation, loading up on cheaper supermarket alcohol before hitting the clubs. "We'll have a proper party in the villa first with drinks from the supermarket," explains one regular visitor. "Then we only need to buy one or two drinks at the club to keep the night going."
Happy Hour Hunting
Seasoned Ibiza-goers know the importance of timing. "We always plan our nights around happy hours," says Manchester native Sarah. "Between 6-8pm you can find cocktails for half price at many beach clubs. It's the only time we'll order proper drinks."
Water Bottle Trick
Some resourceful partygoers have perfected the art of smuggling in their own mixers. "I'll buy one vodka Red Bull at the club, then keep refilling the cup with my own mini vodka bottles and Red Bull from a shop," confesses Londoner Jake. "The bouncers never check what's in your cup once you're inside."
Strategic Club Selection
Not all clubs are created equal when it comes to pricing. "We avoid the superclubs unless it's a special night," advises Bristol resident Emma. "The smaller bars in San Antonio do much cheaper drinks and often have free entry."
The Shared Bottle Strategy
Groups are increasingly opting to share bottle service rather than buying individual drinks. "Between six of us, a €300 bottle of vodka works out cheaper than 12 cocktails," calculates Glasgow holidaymaker Mark. "Plus you get your own table and better service."
While these money-saving tactics might raise eyebrows among venue owners, for budget-conscious Brits they're essential survival skills in one of Europe's most expensive party destinations.
