The Easter processions in Santa Eulalia on 17 and 18 April and Ibiza, 20 April, are a world away from the island's tourist image.
Steeped in tradition and religious fervour, devout brotherhoods of hooded penitents march through the streets to the accompaniment of a mournful brass band. Mimicking the shackled gait of Christ, Calvary bound, they carry beautifully decorated flower bedecked statues, depicting scenes from His life. The solemnity of the occasion and the scent of the orchids as they pass will remain with you long after Easter.