Terrific Travel Tips

Es Calo is an old fishing port and Es Pujols is the modern mecca of resort entertainment. In this article we look at these contrasting Formentera locations. Whilst La Savina is the port these days it used to be Es Calo that was the main point of transportation for sandstone, charcoal and wood. People living in Pilar de La Mola found the location very handy as Es Calo is at the foot of Cami Roma. Today there are also some good fish restaurants in the village, which is to be expected given its heritage.

The beach at Es Calo is on the northern coastline which means it gets windy in the afternoons and is rocky. However, it is well worth visiting in the mornings and the neighboring beach of Ses Plagetes is small but stunning. The rocks attract a l lot of interesting fish so it is one of the best places to enjoy snorkeling.

At just five minutes away from Es Calo Ses Plagetes is very convenient as it provides protection from the winds and you get a decent view of La Mola.

Es Pujols is a contrast to Es Calo and is a beach resort made up of two crescent-shapes looking out onto some islets that people like to swim or paddle over to. Whatever water sport you want to do, they have it here, from canoeing to windsurfing, and even para sailing. The disabled can also access the waters from a special entry point.

Avenida Miramar and Passeig des Plameres are the main thoroughfares of Es Pujols, with each lined by market stalls in the evenings. There are plenty of local hand crafted goods to choose from, and it’s a great atmosphere in which to do some shopping.

If you are looking for an Ibiza-style wild night then you will not find it on Formentera, but the island does have some night clubs in Es Pujols.

For further details about Formentera life this site is very interesting. : http://www.infobarrel.com/Formentera_Life