Lanzarote is a popular holiday island located in the Atlantic Ocean close to the coast of Africa. And is part of the Canary Island chain – which is an autonomous region of Spain – although it is located many hundreds of miles south of the Iberian Peninsula.

The autonomous region of the Canaries is split into two main administrative zones. The eastern Canaries comprise Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and the ´capital´ of Las Palmas in Gran Canaria. Whilst in the west the well known holiday destination of Tenerife is the lead island – with La Gomera, El Hierro and La Palma orbiting around it.

Each island is distinctly different. With Lanzarote home to a very dry and arid terrain. Reflecting the fact that there is very little in the way of rainfall here – as the mountains on the island are very low lying. Whilst the outer fringes of the Sahara are just 100km away. Creating a desert like climate which is hot by day but which cools quickly come nightfall – especially during the winter months.

The barren feel of the island is further increased by the fact that much of the interior of Lanzarote was obliterated by volcanic eruptions in the 18th century. With fields of lava wiping out farmland and trees – leaving a lunar like wasteland in its wake. Which is today by far the most popular attraction on the island as a well as a popular location with science fiction film makers.

Local Holiday Accommodation - Playa Blanca Villas and Lanzarote Hotels

Tourists arrive at the islands only international airport at Arrecife before heading on to their accommodation. With Lanzarote hotels paying host to about half of all visitors. Whilst the other 50% of tourists book apartments and villas in Lanzarote. Favouring the privacy and flexibility of self catering accommodation.

One of the most popular destinations on the island is Playa Blanca, particularly during the winter months. As it is located at the southern end of the island and enjoys the best climate as a result. With higher temperatures and more sunshine hours than resorts to the north.

Playa Blanca is also located quite close to the volcanoes of the Timanfaya National Park – which are just a ten to fifteen minute drive away. Making this the ideal base for anyone planning to mix sunbathing with sightseeing.