Lanzarote: 5 things you should not miss

By Luke Durden in Lanzarote

Lanzarote, magical land that will amaze you before landing: from the aeroplane window you will see its wonderful lunar surface created thousand years ago and the presence of two essential elements in this Canary Island: lava and Atlantic Ocean.  Although there are dozens of places to visit in Lanzarote, beaches to rest and monuments to admire, here we include 5 must-see things in Lanzarote:

1)     Timanfaya: This National Park is located in the southern area of the island, gathering some of the most  amazing landscapes in Lanzarote. Among its most well-known volcanoes are La Montaña de Fuego and La Montaña Rajada.

2)     La Graciosa: A tiny archipelago of spectacular pristine beaches. Away from the usual tourism circuits, La Graciosa is a place to escape a whole day enjoying the sun, sand and deep calm it offers.

Sandos Papagayo Beach Resort Hotel

Sandos Papagayo Beach Resort Hotel

3)     On the trail of César Manrique: The multi-faceted artist of Lanzarote is the author of the most characteristics  monuments and spaces of the island.  Thus, in Arrecife, capital of the Island, you can enjoy the San José Castle, turned by him into the Museum of Contemporary Art with a restaurant with panoramic views over the sea.  If you stay in a hotel in the Costa Teguise area, you could visit the César Manrique foundation just 5 km away, built on what used to be his house that represents a key element to understand the entire work of the artist.

Barcelo La Galea Hotel

Barcelo La Galea Hotel

4)     The holiday in Majorca could be very different depending on the island area you have chosen to rest.  The variety of lodging options is similar in the whole island, but atmosphere could drastically change from north to south, Calvià area or Playa de Palma.  Choosing is complicated, above all if you do not know well every district and municipality of the island, since each one has a different holiday proposal.

5)     The “Hervidores”.– If your hotel is in Playa Blanca, Yaiza you will be located just 13 kms from one of the most spectacular places in Lanzarote. Los Hervideros are cliffs bursting with magic, formed after the last volcanic eruptions registered in Lanzarote resembling solidified arms that melt into the ocean while the foam appears over the coast line. It is very close to other popular places in Lanzaorte, the Salinas del Janubio.

 

Saint Valentine’s plans in Lanzarote

By Luke Durden in Lanzarote

Journey to the heart of a volcano, walk though attractive paths of lava, discover the immaculate paradise of La Graciosa…. Lanzarote is the perfect island to travel to at any time of the year but it is without a doubt the most romantic destination where you can enjoy Saint Valentine’s day, away from everything and everybody. Just for two.  The possibilities for couples on this spectacular, natural volcanic island start with varied active tourism, both mountains or beach or the cultural, more traditional or gastronomic.

Lanzarote is one of the most well preserved of the whole Canarian archipelago.  Haven for those looking for tranquillity and the sun, open for visitors are numerous museums, interpretation of nature centres, outstanding landscapes and charming small historic villages where you can try the typical wrinkled potatoes (papas arrugas) with a spicy sauce (mojo picon), fried fish, marinated tuna, Canarian fish (Los Gueldes), or chickpeas stew.

Atlantic Gardens hotel in Playa Blanca

Atlantic Gardens hotel in Playa Blanca

For a relaxing afternoon, the best suggestion is to spend some time in Playa Blanca.  If your hotel is on this coast of Lanzarote, perfect because you can walk along the maritime promenade, try a cocktail at the Cafe del Mar, check out the new marina, treat yourself at one of many boutiques, walk around the centre or enjoy a romantic dinner.  In Playa Blanca you will find some of the most exclusive accommodation for couples on the island.  Outstanding for their sunsets are the Villas Coral Deluxe, villas at the foot of the volcano Montana Roja and the luxury hotel in Las Coloradas run by the group Sandos Hotels and Resorts.

Some of those which have the best offers for couples and are preparing special offers for Saint Valentine’s day in Lanzarote are Marconfort bungalows for Adults Only in Playa Blanca and also some of the Barcelo Hotel and Resorts chain and Iberostar situated in the area near to the Marina Rubicon and the famous Las Coloradas beach.

A visit to the island of La Graciosa and some of her smaller sisters is one of the most romantic trips you can make in Lanzarote.  This archipelago is near to Lanzarote and boasts enormous virgin beaches with fine white sand and water that reminds you of the Caribbean.

Rent a car and visit the Timanfaya National Park, practice hiking, swim at one of the hidden coves or eat at one of the mountain villages, these are some of the amusing proposals that you can enjoy in one of the most beautiful natural areas of the island.

To visit Lanzarote and enjoy the best atmosphere all you need to do is rent a car and visit Puerto del Carmen or Arrecife:  cafe Chill Out La Ola, or the Blue Mar, with its terrace opposite the sea, and the disco Aqua.  Romantic dinners in Yaiza, at the picturesque restaurant, El Almacen de la Sal, one of the most famous in Lanzarote and the traditional Amura or the innovative La Cocina de Colacho.