subject: Fashion Designers And The Celebrities They Dress Love Ibiza [print this page] This summer's buzz in the Balearic Islands surrounded fashion designers and celebrities. Several well known fashion designers are considering buying property on Ibiza.
Designer Julien Macdonald is looking for "something beautiful" according to sources. He wants something modern with great entertainment possibilities. He is looking to spend around 3 million for the perfect home.
Designer Roberto Cavalli plans to invest around 10 million on his island home. His requirements are a bit more extensive, as he would like a secluded area where he can keep an eye on yacht. The RCC Roberto Cavalli is no stranger to Ibiza as many refer to it as a rainbow yacht. Special paint designed to reflect all the colors of the rainbow make it appear to change colors as it passes.
Designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana are looking to invest more than 20 million on large island estates. The Dolce and Gabbana duo create immaculate articles of clothing we often see on the runway and red carpet.
Ibiza's Offerings
Ibiza is the third largest island of the Balearic Islands. Mallorca is the largest and most densely populated island. Menorca is the second largest of the Balearics. Mallorca and Menorca are home to some of the most visited vacation resorts in the Mediterranean.
The resorts on Ibiza are often described as specialized. Most offer a family atmosphere during the daylight hours with more adult happenings later at night. Ibiza's vivid nightlife has provided many years of enjoyment for working class visitors, celebrities and royalty alike.
Ibiza offers up more than resorts, clubs and bars. The rolling hills and lush valleys are home to a variety of wildlife and local island dwellers. Most of the homes in Ibiza provide amazing views and serene privacy.
The climate in Ibiza differs very slightly from Mallorca. Winter temperatures may drop as low as 60 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 46 degrees Fahrenheit at night. The prime vacation season sees much hotter weather with temperatures reaching about 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the early afternoon. The record low temperature is 20 degrees Fahrenheit and record high is 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
Property on Ibiza
Property investors from around the world have invested in vacation properties in the Balearic Islands. Some prefer to allow only family and trusted friends rent their home while others rent to anyone looking for a great vacation spot.
Property on Ibiza varies from stunning 4 bedroom, 4 bath villas for 3.9 million to more immaculate 7 bedroom, 5 bathroom homes for 1.95 million. Prices vary based on location, location, location. No matter what you're looking for, you're sure to find it on Ibiza.
The world-wide economic downturn caused property prices to fall to a low that hadn't been seen in several years. The supply of property on Ibiza is high this summer, creating great investment opportunities. Ibiza is the perfect location for celebrities to buy summer homes or vacation homes. It has earned the name "Little Hollywood" due to the high number of celebrities that have homes there.
Celebrities in the Balearics
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio is looking for a countryside home with amazing sea views. DiCaprio is best known for his roles in Titanic, The Man in the Iron Mask and Catch Me if You Can.
The atmosphere in Ibiza is very relaxed compared to other parts of the world. Celebrities like Mick Jagger and Robert Plant enjoy sitting unnoticed in cafes. Other celebrities who enjoy Ibiza as a vacation destination include Sylvester Stallone, Angel Nieto, Didi Hamann and Jonathan Woodgate.
