There are seven islands that make up the Canarian archipelago. Each with its own unique character. Lanzarote is located at the eastern end of this chain and is drier and more barren than close Canarian cousins such as Tenerife. Thanks to its volcanic origins and close proximity to the Sahara desert.
This location also creates a temperate climate all year round that makes the island an ideal winter sun destination. As here holidaymakers can enjoy days by the pool or at the beach even during December and January.
Visitors to the island arrive at the sole international airport of Arrecife. And are likely to be staying in one of the three main resorts of Costa Teguise, Playa Blanca or Puerto del Carmen. Although rural tourism has also grown in popularity here over the last decade. With plenty of hotels and fincas catering to demand for accommodation in Lanzarote´s countryside.
The bulk of the best Lanzarote holiday villas however are located in the main resorts – with Playa Blanca home to the largest selection of these self catering properties. Most of which come equipped with private swimming pools and all mod cons. And with prices starting at around £500 per week.
It’s still possible to book a break for those on a budget however. As Puerto del Carmen, the largest resort on the island, is home to the biggest selection of holiday apartments in Lanzarote. Making it possible to enjoy a week’s stay on a complex in the heart of the resort from as little as £160.
Venture outside of the resorts and encounter a wide variety of natural wonders and man made attractions. As Lanzarote offers visitors an abundance of things to do and see.
Along with the ever popular volcano park known locally as The Fire Mountains Lanzarote also boasts over 90 beaches for travellers to explore. Such as the fine white sands of Caleton Blanco, the charming seaside village of Arrieta and the impressive beach and bay at Famara in the north. Unlike many beaches on other Canary Islands these all have golden grains rather than black sand.
Lanzarote also has a cosmopolitan capital city – Arrecife. Which is home to around half of the island’s current population of 139,000 residents. Just like Barcelona the city boasts its own city centre beach too – Playa El Reducto. As well as high quality accommodation – such as the five star Arrecife Gran Hotel.
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