Ibiza: What's the Big Deal?

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Sarah Story discovers how Ibiza became a dance destination.

Radio 1 returns to Ibiza in 2023 for the 28th year, with the biggest event they've ever held. This reaffirms Ibiza's relevance, however many of Radio 1's 15-24 year old listeners don't know how it became the most important global dance destination. Presented by Sarah Story, this 8 part series will showcase the modern Ibiza, whilst touching on its history. The island is full of cultural contradictions and diverse stories therefore each episode will reflect the different aspects Ibiza has to offer.

Ibiza: What's The Big Deal?: 6. The Money

6. The Money

BBC Radio 1 - Ibiza: What's The Big Deal?, 6. The Money

Is a trip to Ibiza just a reserve of the super rich or can you do it on the cheap?

With entry to clubs costing anywhere up to 100 euros, along with drinks, taxis and huge demand for accommodation and flights to the island… is a trip to Ibiza becoming something too expensive for the casual clubber and is it now just a reserve of the super-rich?
 
From billionaires to people who save up all year to buy a bed at O Beach - we hear stories of wealth on the island, and how Ibiza can both make and break the bank for its visitors. A dance music legend tells us how his first trip to Ibiza was a cheap package holiday and an Ibiza resident tells us how the island helped her overcome homelessness. 

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Norman Cook
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Max Balegde
Kim Seymour 
Dawn Hindle 
Judge Jules

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