Oct 18 2010
Beaches Sand And Fun In Lanzarote
Of all the hotspots around Europe, the Canary Islands are probably the most reliable for year round good weather. This is thanks to their location off the coast of Morocco, making them the most southerly port of call in the whole Eurozone, but the island that stands out from most is Lanzarote.
The seven islands that make up the Canaries are segregated into two main areas. The western Canaries – which revolve around the main island of Tenerife and which also include El Hierro, La Gomera and La Palma.
And of course the eastern Canaries – which are governed from Gran Canaria and which also encompasses Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. Cheap flights to Lanzarote
Booking a break in Lanzarote is simple. There are loads of cheap flights to Lanzarote thanks to the fact that low cost airlines operate services from across the UK. And finding good value accommodation is also simple – as there are thousands of well priced villas and apartments available for rent as well as over 200 hotels to choose from. Hotels in Lanzarote
There are plenty of spots on Lanzarote that lie well off the beaten track as this unique little island is home to an abundance of beauty spots as well as a wide array of attractions developed by the local artist César Manrique. Along with lots of historic little villages and towns such as Teguise.
May sees the arrival of the annual Iron Man competition. Which is widely regarded as one of the toughest triathlons in the world. Over a thousand super fit competitors will be battling it out for a top prize of €75,000 and a slot in the grand final in Hawaii, taking on a course that encompasses a 180km bike ride, 2km swim and a full marathon which is staged along the Avenida del las Playas – the main beachfront thoroughfare in Puerto del Carmen. Of course the easiest wayfor your to get around is car hire Lanzarote car hire
Accommodation does get booked up especially in the high season as returning visitors often have there favourite villas and apartments so its not unusual to see the best examples snapped up early in the season but fortunately with the depth of quality of villas available even if you don’t get your first choice you will seldom if ever be disappointed.
The island is home to three main resorts. As well as the emerging marina of Puerto Calero – where visitors will find two upmarket hotels and an abundance of expensive yachts and craft from around the world. Playa Blanca is a hot destination in recent years and holiday villas in Playa Blanca have become very popular with tourists over the last few years, as they offer decent value for money. And are the best choice during the winter months when the climate here is more favourable than elsewhere on the island.
Puerto del Carmen is as popular as ever if your planning to visit as it offers sun.sea and plenty of sand. But one of the most enjoyable aspects of a holiday is of course not having to do the cooking and with an extensive range of restaurants with culinary delights from all over the globe, eating out in the evening is a positive joy. The restaurants are well spread around the resort area but if you like fish and a Canarian atmosphere head down to the old harbour and you won’t be disappointed in the slightest.
Such is the unique charm of the island, due to its unspoiled landscapes and tranquil environment; visitors often feel the urge to return for more holidays in Lanzarote which many do year after year.
