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Michael DesPortes

Ibizas Closing Parties, touted as some of the best on the planet, redefine the meaning of rave as the local clubs put on their end-of-summer extravaganza blowouts. In fact theyve become so popular, revellers come from all over Europe to take part in this month-long party fling that showcases some of the worlds best DJs pulling out all the stops; making Ibiza the No.1 party destination in September.

The list of parties can seem endless, spanning not only dates but multiple genres and themes. From the batch, a few events stand out for their inclusion of megastar DJs or the nature of the performances. Dont think that every club simply places an artist before their crowds, some take the occasion to the limits of eccentricity.

Chief among the glam gatherings is The Face of Ibiza Closing Party at Privilege Ibiza on Tuesday 30 September. Baby Marcello, an androgynous and flamboyant artist, will be the special guest of the 2010 closing party here. He is a fitting performer as the club itself holds the Guinness World Record for largest club, with a maximum capacity of 10,000; high 25-metre ceilings, a DJ booth suspended above a swimming pool, ever-changing decorations and a restaurant. There is no better choice for grandeur.

Turning to a more traditional party, the internationally acclaimed club Amnesia will host a closing party featuring not one but three iconic trance DJs. Markus Schulz, Sander van Doorn and Gareth Emery will each play a set on Tuesday 21 September. In recent years, each of these performers has regularly occupied the upper echelons of international DJ rankings. There is little that can beat such a stellar line-up at this world class venue.

The event is no flash in the pan either, as Amnesia will host Paul Van Dyk at the Cream Ibiza Closing Party on Thursday 30 September, just nine days following the amazing trance trio mentioned above. Multiple closing parties occurring at one location is standard procedure in Ibiza, so a club that particularly suits your style should dish out multiple nights of fun.

Moving away from central Ibiza to the east coast you will find a very distinctive club with its fair share of history and controversy. DC10 has been open since 2000 and has taken a very alternative approach to nightlife compared to most Ibiza clubs. Glitz and luxury is nonexistent here, with monotone walls and airplanes flying low overhead the building, which is in fact a converted hangar. Such a makeshift and underground status has not boded well with local authorities but the club has managed to attain permission to open in 2010 and on Monday 4 October the Circoloco Closing Party offers a departure from the established Ibiza culture.

Another big name gracing the stage in Ibizas southeast is Bob Sinclair, the French House Music guru. Fans will find him at Pacha for the Defected in the House Closing Party. The club, opened in 1973, is the polar opposite of DC10 and is today at the forefront of the islands most popular and contemporary venues.

On the west coast you will discover another establishment that stands apart, though in this case it all but completely removes itself from any semblance of a club. It is the world famous Cafe del Mar. Against the thumping backdrop of high intensity nightlife you will find this intimate beachfront cafe playing soothing jazz, blues and easy listening music just as it has since 1980. The sunsets are even more spectacular from within the atmosphere of Cafe del Mar, and though it will be a relaxed occasion, the closing party on 15 September will be most memorable.

Last but by no means least, is Eden, an expansive club covering two floors with 13 bars and a variety of areas depending on your mood. Two closing parties in particular should catch the eye of any regular club goer. Judgement Sundays, a popular night during any week, will be particularly inviting on 19 September as Judge Jules takes to the stage to give a resounding send off to the 2010 season.

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Ibiza Closing Parties: Europe’s Best Raves-HotelTravel.com