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New York Post
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Rowdy ravers ‘taking pills and drinking' on airplane turn flight into nightmare: ‘Real hell'
Ibiza may be the party capital of the world, but one plane passenger was furious when a bunch of rowdy revelers got their festivities started early. Ibiza resident Erika Barrachina accused the 'drunk' British easyJet passengers of turning the 2.5-hour flight into a 'nightclub.' Barrachina claimed that the raucous British 'scum' slammed on the luggage compartments and waved their arms and legs during the trip. She said the 'absolutely horrible' flight caused her to suffer a 'panic attack' as they shouted, 'Come on Ibiza!' 3 EasyJet passengers were videoed yelling on a flight to Ibiza. TikTok/kiribarrachi The Spaniard blasted easyJet for allowing the party tourists to board the plane, accusing them of 'taking pills and drinking alcohol at the same time' during boarding. 'Everyone standing, screaming, guys hitting each other, drinking bottles of alcohol one after the other, and stopping the flight attendants from doing their job,' she continued. Barrachina said the jet 'full of real English animals' got hostile with the flight attendants. When they were asked to show their IDs, Barrachina claimed that some refused and responded with 'F–k off.' Labeling the rowdy Brits as 'wild animals,' Barrachina said that their behavior made her 'scared' to be on the flight: 'I'm not afraid of flying because I've flown around the world but I had a panic attack because it was like being in a pub, in a nightclub, but in the air.' 3 Passengers waved their arms and legs during their 2.5-hour flight. TikTok/kiribarrachi When asked to describe her experience, Barrachina bluntly said, 'real hell.' 'It was a really wild 2.5-hour flight,' she added. Residents of Ibiza, which is known for its party culture and drug-filled raves, have pushed back against the uncontrollable tourists. Other party capitals like Bali and South Florida have cracked down on the revelry in recent years with stricter policing and curfews. Locals in Spain's Balearic Islands, which include Ibiza, will protest on June 15 against mass tourism, which they claim is ruining their quality of life. 3 EasyJet confirmed that police were called to make sure the disorderly passengers exited the airport. Matteo Ceruti – Barrachina accused the airlines of allowing party tourists to get too drunk and disturb other passengers with their antics. This shouldn't be allowed. They shouldn't let scum like this get on a plane or sell alcohol on board,' she said. 'We don't want this type of tourism in Ibiza, they should stay at home.' EasyJet confirmed that police were called to make sure the disorderly passengers exited the airport. 'We can confirm that flight EZY2307 from Luton to Ibiza on May 16 was met by police on arrival due to a group of passengers behaving in a disruptive manner,' easyJet said in a statement. 'The safety and well-being of passengers and crew is always easyJet's priority. 'Whilst such incidents are rare, we take them very seriously and do not tolerate disruptive behavior onboard.'
News.com.au
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Passenger terrified as ‘drunk' rowdy flyers turn Ibiza plane into ‘mid-air nightclub'
An easyJet passenger was left petrified after a group of rowdy 'drunk' British flyers turned her Ibiza flight into a 'nightclub'. Furious Spaniard Erika Barrachina claimed she suffered a 'panic attack' after having to cope with 'scum' passengers. The Ibiza resident blasted that these type of tourists should never have been allowed to board the plane in the first place. Shocking footage showed a packed plane with passengers appearing to bang on luggage compartments and yell: 'Come on Ibiza!' Multiple travellers appeared to be waving their arms and legs around while sat during the loud journey. And some who seemingly found the whole situation hilarious decided to record the noisy chanting. The Spanish local said that her 'flight from London to Ibiza was absolutely horrible'. The passenger said she was 'scared' while travelling on the jet 'full of real English animals'. 'Everyone standing, screaming, guys hitting each other, drinking bottles of alcohol one after the other and stopping the flight attendants from doing their job,' she added. The appalled passenger called her experience: 'Real hell.' She said of the footage which she managed to record: 'This video is the just the end because I couldn't film what happened during the journey.' Barrachina also claimed that Brit passengers were drunk and high before boarding. She continued: 'Taking pills and drinking alcohol at the same time, which I saw with my own eyes. 'It was a really wild 2.5 hour flight.' The Spanish passenger raged: 'This shouldn't be allowed. They shouldn't let scum like this get on a plane or sell alcohol on board. 'We don't want this type of tourism in Ibiza, they should stay at home.' She branded the uncontrollable Brits 'wild animals'. The Ibiza resident also told a local Ibizan newspaper: 'I'm not afraid of flying because I've flown around the world but I had a panic attack because it was like being in a pub, in a nightclub, but in the air.' She claimed that multiple air stewards asked some of the passengers for their documentation, only to be told: 'F**k off.' The 'wild' passengers were let off the plane after reaching Ibiza airport and identifying themselves. EasyJet told The Sun: 'We can confirm that flight EZY2307 from Luton to Ibiza on May 16 was met by police on arrival due to a group of passengers behaving in a disruptive manner. 'The safety and wellbeing of passengers and crew is always easyJet's priority. 'Whilst such incidents are rare we take them very seriously and do not tolerate disruptive behaviour onboard.' Barrachina posted the footage on Saturday – one day before thousands of people marched in Canary Islands capitals as part of a new anti-mass tourism protest. Locals in the Balearic Islands, which include Ibiza, are due to stage their protest on June 15.
Scottish Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
EasyJet flyer terrified as ‘drunk' rowdy Brits turn Ibiza plane into ‘mid-air nightclub' as she slams ‘scum' trippers
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN EASYJET passenger was left petrified after a group of rowdy "drunk" Brits turned her Ibiza flight into a "nightclub". Furious Spaniard Erika Barrachina claimed she suffered a "panic attack" after the mid-air raucous where she had to cope with "scum" passengers. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 This is the shocking moment rowdy Brit passengers disrupt a flight from London to Ibiza Credit: Solarpix 3 The footage was captured by Spaniard Erika Barrachina Credit: Solarpix 3 She said the passengers were 'wild animals' Credit: Solarpix The Ibiza resident blasted that these type of tourists should never have been allowed to board the plane in the first place. Shocking footage showed a packed plane with passengers appearing to bang on luggage compartments and yell: "Come on Ibiza!" Multiple travellers appeared to be waving their arms and legs around while sat during the loud journey. And some who seemingly found the whole situation hilarious decided to record the noisy chanting. READ MORE WORLD NEWS AIR SHOCK Bomb alert on Ryanair jet carrying 170 passengers as 'cordon set up round plane' The Spanish local said that her "flight from London to Ibiza was absolutely horrible". The passenger said she was "scared" while travelling on the jet "full of real English animals". "Everyone standing, screaming, guys hitting each other, drinking bottles of alcohol one after the other and stopping the flight attendants from doing their job," she added. The appalled passenger called her experience: "Real hell." She said of the footage which she managed to record: "This video is the just the end because I couldn't film what happened during the journey." Barrachina also claimed that Brit passengers were drunk and high before boarding. Shocking moment 'half-devil' passenger tries to stab flight attendant & open emergency exit in horror midair attack She continued: "Taking pills and drinking alcohol at the same time, which I saw with my own eyes. "It was a really wild 2.5 hour flight." The Spanish passenger raged: "This shouldn't be allowed. They shouldn't let scum like this get on a plane or sell alcohol on board. "We don't want this type of tourism in Ibiza, they should stay at home." She branded the uncontrollable Brits "wild animals". The Ibiza resident also told a local Ibizan newspaper: "I'm not afraid of flying because I've flown around the world but I had a panic attack because it was like being in a pub, in a nightclub, but in the air." She claimed that multiple air stewards asked some of the passengers for their documentation, only to be told: "F**k off." The "wild" passengers were let off the plane after reaching Ibiza airport and identifying themselves. EasyJet told The Sun: "We can confirm that flight EZY2307 from Luton to Ibiza on May 16 was met by police on arrival due to a group of passengers behaving in a disruptive manner. "The safety and wellbeing of passengers and crew is always easyJet's priority. "Whilst such incidents are rare we take them very seriously and do not tolerate disruptive behaviour onboard." Barrachina posted the footage on Saturday - one day before thousands of people marched in Canary Islands capitals as part of a new anti-mass tourism protest. Locals in the Balearic Islands, which include Ibiza, are due to stage their protest on June 15.
The Irish Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EasyJet flyer terrified as ‘drunk' rowdy Brits turn Ibiza plane into ‘mid-air nightclub' as she slams ‘scum' trippers
AN EASYJET passenger was left petrified after a group of rowdy "drunk" Brits turned her Ibiza flight into a "nightclub". Furious Spaniard Erika Barrachina claimed she suffered a "panic attack" after the mid-air raucous where she had to cope with "scum" passengers. 3 This is the shocking moment rowdy Brit passengers disrupt a flight from London to Ibiza Credit: Solarpix 3 The footage was captured by Spaniard Erika Barrachina Credit: Solarpix 3 She said the passengers were 'wild animals' Credit: Solarpix The Ibiza resident blasted that these type of tourists should never have been allowed to board the plane in the first place. Shocking footage showed a packed plane with passengers appearing to bang on luggage compartments and yell: "Come on Ibiza !" Multiple travellers appeared to be waving their arms and legs around while sat during the loud journey. And some who seemingly found the whole situation hilarious decided to record the noisy chanting. READ MORE WORLD NEWS The Spanish local said that her "flight from London to Ibiza was absolutely horrible". The passenger said she was " "Everyone standing, screaming, guys hitting each other, drinking bottles of alcohol one after the other and stopping the flight attendants from doing their job," she added. The appalled passenger called her experience: "Real hell." Most read in The Sun She said of the footage which she managed to record: "This video is the just the end because I couldn't film what happened during the journey." Barrachina also claimed that Brit passengers were drunk and high before boarding. Shocking moment 'half-devil' passenger tries to stab flight attendant & open emergency exit in horror midair attack She continued: "Taking pills and drinking alcohol at the same time, which I saw with my own eyes. "It was a really wild 2.5 hour flight." The Spanish passenger raged: "This shouldn't be allowed. They shouldn't let scum like this get on a plane or sell alcohol on board. "We don't want this type of tourism in Ibiza, they should stay at home." She branded the uncontrollable Brits "wild animals". The Ibiza resident also told a local Ibizan newspaper: "I'm not afraid of flying because I've flown around the world but I had a panic attack because it was like being in a pub, in a nightclub, but in the air." She claimed that multiple air stewards asked some of the passengers for their documentation, only to be told: "F**k off." The "wild" passengers were let off the plane after reaching Ibiza airport and identifying themselves. EasyJet told The Sun: "We can confirm that flight EZY2307 from Luton to Ibiza on May 16 was met by police on arrival due to a group of passengers behaving in a disruptive manner. "The safety and wellbeing of passengers and crew is always easyJet's priority. "Whilst such incidents are rare we take them very seriously and do not tolerate disruptive behaviour onboard." Barrachina posted the footage on Saturday - one day before thousands of people marched in Canary Islands capitals as part of a new anti-mass tourism protest. Locals in the Balearic Islands, which include Ibiza, are due to stage their protest on June 15.
Forbes
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
How To Choose The Right Rum For Your Piña Colada
Piña Colada getty Few cocktails capture the feeling of a tropical escape like the Piña Colada. A blend of rum, coconut, pineapple, and ice, it's a simple yet satisfying drink that has remained a summer staple for decades. But like any classic cocktail, its success hinges on the quality of its ingredients—especially the rum. A great Piña Colada should strike the right balance between sweet, creamy, and refreshing, with the rum playing a supporting role rather than overwhelming the drink. While some bartenders favor light and crisp rums that let the coconut and pineapple shine, others opt for aged rums that add depth and character. Whether you prefer a Piña Colada that's smooth and subtle or rich and complex, choosing the right rum makes all the difference. Refreshing Rum Pina Colada Cocktail on a Bar getty The origins of the Piña Colada are somewhat contested, with multiple bartenders claiming credit for the now-iconic cocktail. The most widely accepted story traces its roots back to San Juan, Puerto Rico, in the early 1950s. Ramón 'Monchito' Marrero, a bartender at the Caribe Hilton, is said to have created the drink while working at the hotel's Beachcomber Bar. Marrero reportedly spent months perfecting the recipe before serving it to guests in 1954. It was an instant hit. Another claim comes from a San Juan bar called Barrachina, which insists its bartender, Don Ramón Portas Mingot, first served the Piña Colada in 1963. Regardless of which story you believe, the drink became the official cocktail of Puerto Rico in 1978, cementing its status as a global favorite. Today, the Piña Colada is enjoyed in countless variations—blended, shaken, served in a fresh pineapple, or even given a modern twist with different spirits. But at its core, rum remains the backbone of the drink, adding warmth and structure to the tropical flavors. Here are five rums that make an excellent base for your next Piña Colada. For a Piña Colada with extra depth and character, Ron del Barrilito 3 Star is a standout choice. Unlike traditional white rums, this Puerto Rican aged rum brings notes of dried fruit, vanilla, and toasted almonds, adding a rich complexity to the cocktail. Aged in American oak barrels, it introduces subtle spice and caramelized sugar flavors that enhance the creaminess of coconut and the brightness of pineapple. If you prefer a Piña Colada with a little more warmth and a refined, slightly oaky finish, this is the rum for you. A blend of rums from Barbados, Jamaica, and Trinidad, Plantation 3 Stars is a bartender favorite for tropical cocktails. It offers a balance of bright, grassy notes from Trinidad, soft vanilla from Barbados, and a hint of funk from Jamaica. This combination makes it a great all-purpose white rum, adding a little complexity while still keeping the Piña Colada smooth and easy to drink. If you're looking for a true Puerto Rican rum to honor the Piña Colada's origins, Don Q Cristal is a natural choice. Aged for up to five years and charcoal-filtered for a clean finish, this rum is light, dry, and subtly sweet. It doesn't overpower the drink but instead enhances the coconut and pineapple flavors, making for an effortlessly balanced cocktail. This Demerara-style rum from Guyana brings a touch more richness to the Piña Colada while still being light enough to keep the drink refreshing. Aged for three years in oak barrels, El Dorado 3 Year has notes of caramel, coconut, and a hint of spice, which blend beautifully with the tropical ingredients. If you like your Piña Colada to have a bit more depth, this is a great pick. For those who enjoy a more robust Piña Colada, a lightly aged Jamaican rum like Appleton Estate Reserve 8 Year is an excellent option. While it has a richer profile than most white rums, it still maintains a smoothness that works well in blended drinks. Expect flavors of toffee, orange peel, and baking spices, which add a layer of complexity without overwhelming the coconut and pineapple. If you want a Piña Colada with a little extra personality, this rum delivers. There's no single "right" rum for a Piña Colada—it all depends on the style of drink you enjoy. If you want a light and crisp version, go for a clean, charcoal-filtered white rum like Ron Barceló Blanco or Don Q Cristal. If you prefer a bit more body and complexity, a blend like Plantation 3 Stars or an aged rum like Appleton Estate Reserve 8 Year will elevate the drink. No matter which rum you choose, the key to a great Piña Colada is balance. The coconut should be creamy but not heavy, the pineapple should be bright but not too acidic, and the rum should shine through without overpowering. With the right bottle, you can create a Piña Colada that's every bit as satisfying as the one you'd order on a beach in San Juan.
