As Ibiza’s nightclubs gear up for their 2024 opening weekends from April 26-29, pre-sales indicate a turnout matching the approximate 30,000 visitors seen in previous years. With maintenance technicians already fine-tuning the facilities, the focus shifts to staffing – a challenge across Ibiza due to housing shortages. José Luis Benítez, manager of the Ocio de Ibiza association, notes the struggle to fill positions from security to service staff, exacerbated by high accommodation costs driving workers to share even single rooms. Despite competitive contracts, the seasonal workforce faces increased living expenses, attributed in part to illegally rented tourist accommodations inflating rental prices. This scenario complicates staff selection for businesses aiming for high service standards, leading some to provide accommodation for employees. The island’s hospitality sector anticipates full venues and high hotel occupancy, with room rates significantly higher for the opening weekend.
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