Lanzarote Information
Lanzarote is the most Easterly Island of the Canaries and is located a mere 40 miles off of the coast of Morocco – we enjoy brilliant sunshine all year around.
Lanzarote is a volcanic island – but don´t worry as about 400 years ago the eruptions stopped, the lava stilled and the skies cleared. The giant Volcanoes that had so dramatically changed Lanzarote's fertile landscape fell into slumber.
Some people still farm in the traditional way and in the centre of the Island you will find a number of vineyards where you are able to taste the local wine.
Some people still fish, and you can see boats leave every morning from a number of harbours across the Island, most notably in Playa Blanca where our villas are based.
Lanzarote is unique, even in the Canaries, as it has long golden beaches of sand carried on winds from the Sahara. It also has jet black beaches of volcanic sand, a testament to the crushing power of the Atlantic Ocean. There is the huge national park, an area untouched by a human foot since the cessation of the volcanoes, that is of course except for the lunar astronauts who prepared the moon landings on our Island.
Lanzarote is the cleanest of all Islands in the Canaries, and thanks to Cesar Manrique the least built up. No structure in Lanzarote is allowed to be built over 2 stories tall. All inland windows and doors should be green or brown and all seaside windows and doors should be blue or brown. All buildings are white. This gives a uniform, aesthetically pleasing, tranquil aspect to the island that is missing on the other Canaries and mainland Spain.
Canarian people are very friendly and relaxed, family is always a priority here and as such your babies and children will be made to feel welcome where ever you go. Eating out is always a pleasure here on Lanzarote with a huge range of options from the small traditional tapas bars to larger contempory style European restaurants. For Lanzarote Tourist Offical information please see here - http://www.turismolanzarote.com/spel/SPEL/published/en/index.jsp
There are so many things to see and do in Lanzarote that it is not possible to list them all here, please check out our links page for more info and things to do!
Tourist Links
Lanzarote Tourist Information
http://www.turismolanzarote.com/spel/SPEL/published/en/index.jsp
Timanfaya National Park
http://reddeparquesnacionales.mma.es/en/parques/timanfaya/index.htm
Casa Museo y Monumento al Campesino
http://www.centrosturisticos.com/centros/CENTROS/published_en/DEFAULT/monumento_campesino_2212.html
Castillo de San Gabriel
http://www.centrosturisticos.com/centros/CENTROS/published_en/DEFAULT/miac_castillo_san_jose_2209.html
The Cactus Gardens
http://www.centrosturisticos.com/centros/CENTROS/published_en/DEFAULT/jardin_cactus_2206.html
Lanzarote Aquarium
http://www.aquariumlanzarote.com/
Fire Mountains
http://www.centrosturisticos.com/centros/CENTROS/published_en/DEFAULT/timanfaya_2215.html
Mirador Del Rio
http://www.centrosturisticos.com/centros/CENTROS/published_en/DEFAULT/mirador_del_rio_2197.html
Lagomar
http://www.lag-o-mar.com/
Jameos Del Agua
http://www.centrosturisticos.com/centros/CENTROS/published_en/DEFAULT/node_2037_2204.html
Lanzarote's Guinate Tropical Park
Canary Islands' Guinate Tropical Park is located in the northern part of Lanzarote at the foot of Mount Corona.
www.guinatepark.com/
Whale and Dolphin Museum
http://www.museodecetaceos.org/index.php?id=18
Lanzarote Golf
http://www.lanzarote-golf.com/
El Grifo Wine Museum
www.elgrifo.com
Lanzarote Airport (ACE) Guide - a detailed Lanzarote airport guide featuring Lanzarote Airport ACE information, including airport facilities and directions, Spain discount flights, Lanzarote hotels, car rental and general Lanzarote ACE Airport information.
www.canarias.org/
Tourism site for the Canary Islands
http://www.canaltravel.co.uk/
Rafael & his team of drivers have been transferring our clients from the airport to their villas now since 2004 and we highly recommend him.
www.t4you.eu
Private and group transfers in Lanzarote
www.pb-review.co.uk
Playa Blanca Review Site
www.lanzarotenightlife.net
The Best Nightlife Website & Forum for Lanzarote
http://www.icanarias.com/
Canary Islands Information
Airport Parking
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Support Charities in Lanzarote
www.saralanzarote.com
Animal protection society in Lanzarote
www.9liveslanzarote.com Charity dedicated to the spraying and neutering of feral cats in Lanzarote and improving communal feeding grounds
Things to do in Lanzarote
www.marinarubicon.com
The new marina in Playa Blanca
http://www.mvplanzarote.com/
Visit Montana Villas & Pools to buy your pool toys for your holidays, you can either go into the warehouse in Playa Blanca to collect them or they can put them in the villa ready for your arrival
www.divecollegelanzarote.com/
The best dive school on the island, friendly team and lots of different courses for all ages and levels
www.saillanzarote.com
Bareboat yacht charter from our friends at Sail Lanzarote
www.hubsandtubs.com
Bicycle Hire in Playa Blanca
http://www.electrobike-lanzarote.com/
On your Electrobike you can ride and enjoy miles of unspoiled beach, visit Timanfaya national park, or just have hours of fun !!! Great alternative to car hire
www.waxbars.com
Always eventful night at the Wax Bar.
www.lag-o-mar.com
Famous for its history, wonderful restaurant and Sunday afternoon Jazz
www.windsurflanzarote.com/uk/index.htm
Windsurfing
www.zocoshelter.com/
Accomodation in surfing locations such as Famara if you fancy a change next time
www.catlanza.com/uk/index.htm
Catamaran Trips
www.ranchotexaslanzarote.com/splash.htm
A 20-minute car ride from Playa Blanca and hours of fun once you get there!
Buying Property & Businesses
www.seabreezelanzarote.com
Our most recommended estate agent on the island.
www.playablancaproperty.com
Terrific deals on property sales and rent to buy properties in Playa Blanca
www.c2gestioninmobiliaria.com
The property development and sales site of one of our villa owners here on the island
Lanzarote Property
Browse over 2000 properties for sale at Lanzarote Guidebook
Lanzarote Business Sales
Buy a bar, shop, or other business in Lanzarote
Long Term Rental
www.grupoestupendo.com/
For Long Term Property Rental in all areas of Lanzarote, very helpful team. Relocation advice and help with settling in on the island
www.lanzaroterelocation.co.uk
Everything you need to know about moving to, or living in, Lanzarote - free and unbiased advice. Make this a must-visit website!
www.playablancarentals.com
For long term property rentals in Playa Blanca. Low fees, high quality properties.
