Keen to swap sleet and grey skies for sunshine and the beach this winter? Then look no further than the Canary Islands – the seven Spanish owned islands located off the coast of West Africa. Which enjoy great weather all year round – offering winter breaks at prices that don’t break the bank.
The Canary Islands are one of the most affordable winter sun destinations in the world for sun starved UK tourists. As they are located just four hours from home and are serviced by numerous low cost flight operators, such as easyJet and Ryanair. Whilst also offering excellent value accommodation.
Lanzarote is located right at the eastern end of the chain and is renowned for its surreal volcanic scenery. Created by a series of eruptions that have left the heart of the island covered in twisted lava.
Holidays here are surprisingly affordable – especially for those who prefer to go on self catering breaks. With standard two bedroom villas in Lanzarote with private pools available from around £400 per week. And Lanzarote holiday apartments available from £160 per week.
Visitors to the island arrive at the sole international airport of Arrecife before onward transfer to one of the three main resorts of Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise. It’s important to note that there are no shuttle bus services between the airport and the resorts. So independent travellers will need to either hire a car or queue for a taxi. Which are available just outside the main arrivals terminal.
The two most popular resorts during the winter months are Playa Blanca and Puerto del Carmen. As they both enjoy a more southerly and sheltered aspect than Costa Teguise to the north. Whilst also boasting great beaches and plenty of nightlife in the form of bars, restaurants and clubs.
Away from the resorts there’s plenty for visitors to do and see. Such as Lanzarote´s weird and wonderful volcanic region. Forged by eruptions hundreds of years ago this whole are looks like another planet altogether and is literally out of this world.
The best way to tour Lanzarote is by car. As local buses don’t service the main attractions on the island. Car hire starts from around €90 per week, whist petrol is very affordable too at around 80 centimos a litre. The roads are good quality and very uncrowded once outside the main resorts.
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