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Agenda 4
Island of Fire 6
Hail César 10
Resort Information
Puerto del Carmen 12
Playa Blanca 22
Costa Teguise 28
Puerto Calero 34
Arrecife 37
Towns and Places 40
Sightseeing 52
Beaches 60
Museums 64
Days Out 68
Excursions 70
Places to Stay 77
Essentials 87
Island Map 94
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Agenda
island on a mammoth 180km bike
ride. Taking in some of Lanzarote´s
best known beauty spots. Then
topping all that off with a full
42.2km marathon along the
Ironman Avenida de las Playas in Puerto
The world´s toughest triathlon del Carmen. Phew!
touches down on Lanzarote once Such is the gruelling nature
again this May 23rd. As over 1200 of this event that a sizeable
super fit competitors battle it out percentage of the participants
for a prize purse of $50,000 and a never even make it across
much coveted slot at the premier the finishing line. Whilst even
Iron Man event in Hawaii. the fastest triathletes need
Entrants in this endurance event something in the region of eight
undertake a 3.8km swim. Which and a half hours to complete
kicks off at 07.00 in the morning the course. Head for Puerto del
Agenda Two times Lanzarote Ironman winner AIN ALAR JUHANSON

off the main beach, Playa
Grande, in Puerto del Carmen.
Before setting off around the
Carmen to catch the action.
View more information at www.
ironmanlanzarote.com.
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Head for Lanzarote´s capital city more information about Malpais
of Arrecife this month to catch 2009.
Malpais 2009. An eclectic street
festival that encompasses live
music, comedy, theatre, magic,
children’s workshops and a whole
lot more besides. Concert in the Caves
The event runs all month through The Cuevas de los Verdes once
until March 28th – and highlights provided sanctuary for islanders
include performances from from pirate raids. Today, they are
Belgium’s very own Elastic Man. one of Lanzarote´s leading tourist
Whose comic contortions span a attractions by day – and a hugely
spectacular David Copperfield atmospheric concert venue by
send up – along with some night. The Canarian string quartet
magnificent mouth juggling. Cuarteto Ornati will be appearing
Which can all be enjoyed entirely at the Caves on April 18th at
free of charge on Saturday 21st 21.00. Tickets (priced €15) are
March from 20.15 at the Parque available from tourist information
Ramirez Cerda. Which is located offices in each resort.
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Lanzarote is the most easterly known as the Island of Fire, as a
of the Canary Islands and lies result of the world’s longest ever
just 70 miles off the coast of volcanic eruption - lasting six
Saharan Africa. Creating an years from 1730. Which covered
enviable year round climate that around one quarter of the island
is characterized by extremely low in a layer of lava that today gives
rainfall (on average just 9mm per parts of Lanzarote the almost
month) and temperatures that primeval appearance of a land
rarely fall below 20c – even in the just formed – and which is often
winter months. likened to the surface of the
As a result, the island is a moon.
popular holiday destination For such a small island Lanzarote
all year round, attracting over is big on attractions. Offering
one million visitors from the UK visitors much more than just
and Ireland in 2008. Drawn to
Lanzarote’s ninety plus beaches
– the vast majority of which boast
fine golden sand.
Philosophers once speculated
that the island was a remnant of
the lost continent of Atlantis. In
pre-Spanish times Phoenician
Traders dubbed it the Purple
Island – as a lichen called Orchilla
that was used to make purple
dye was once grown here in
abundance. And during the
Middle Ages Lanzarote was
often referred to as one of the
Fortunate Islands – due to this
clement climate.
Today, Lanzarote is best
Lanzarote
beautiful beaches and volcanic biosphere in 1994. The first island
vistas alone. Thanks in no small in the world to enjoy such status.
part to the efforts of the island Lanzarote also boasts enormous
born artist and architect César natural beauty and great
Manrique. Who not only fought contrasts in scenery. From the
to save Lanzarote from the sort arid lava fields and spent cones
of over-development that has of the Timanfaya National Park in
blighted other sunspots. But the South of the island, through to
who also created some of the the green and verdant Valley of a
most unique tourist attractions Thousand Palms in the North. And
imaginable – such as the Jameos as the island is so manageably
Del Agua and the Mirador Del Rio. small it is easy to hire a car and
As a result Lanzarote was discover Lanzarote’s many
declared a UNESCO protected delights.
Lanzarote offers a wealth of things to do and boasts a number of

excellent attractions, which should feature on any itinerary.
Timanfaya Volcano Park

This is a must-see for any visitor. As the eruptions here in 1730 not only
created one of the world’s most unique landscapes. But also had an
enormous impact on virtually every facet of island life.
Jameos Del Agua
Arguably César Manrique’s finest creation. The high impact tropical
gardens and underground lagoon epitomize the artist’s desire to fuse
art with nature in order to create a truly unique attraction.
Fundación César Manrique
Manrique’s former home in Tahiche is fashioned out of five bubbles in
the lava flow. And never fails to blow visitors away.
Jardín de Cactus
A celebration of the plant world’s spiniest species. The Cactus Garden
is built into a former quarry in the heart of Lanzarote’s cactus country,
where locals once produced red dye from the cochineal beetle.
Valley of a Thousand Palms
One of the most impressive natural beauty spots on this (or any) island.
The palm packed valleys around Haría in the north of Lanzarote
provide a lush contrast to the volcanic terrain of the south.
César Manrique
Manrique at work c.1950
Spain. Whilst other sunspots ran Starting with the creation of
headlong into the arms of mass- the Jameos del Agua from a
market, high rise development collapsed lava tube in 1966
Manrique counselled restraint. and the construction of his own
And along with close family house and studio in five volcanic
friend Pepin Ramirez – a senior bubbles in Tahiche, Manrique
and influential figure in local illuminated an alternative path for
government – he managed to island development.
steer Lanzarote in an altogether Over the following decades until
different direction. his death in 1992, Manrique built
on this credibility, master-minding
other unique cultural attractions
such as the Volcano Park at
Timanfaya. And battling tirelessly
against any body or institution
that sought to erode or dilute the
island’s natural beauty. Viewing
Lanzarote, effectively, as a work
César Manrique of art:

“Lanzarote is like an unframed,
unmounted work of art – and I
hung it and held it up for all to
nature to breathtaking effect. see” – César Manrique.
Indeed, his influence is
so pervasive that it even
Painter? Architect? Sculptor? incorporates the invisible. For
Interior Designer? Just how do example, thanks to Manrique
you pigeonhole César Manrique? there are no advertising hoardings
It certainly is not easy to label scarring the island and high-rise
Lanzarote’s most famous son, as buildings are banned.
this creative Canarian’s flights of His guiding principle, above
fancy encompassed all of these all else, was to work in harmony
disciplines - and many more with nature and from a young
besides. But what is certain is age he was totally consumed
that Manrique had an enormous by the unique volcanic beauty
influence on the development of Lanzarote. This passion for
and evolution of the island. the island sparked both artistic
And today, his imprint is inspiration and a desire to ensure
inescapable. Roundabouts are the island’s preservation.
adorned with his giant colourful In the late 1960’s, Lanzarote
wind toys. Unique attractions, faced the prospect of being
such as the Jameos del Agua and buried beneath a sea of concrete
the Cactus Garden fuse art with as tourism began to take off in Manrique´s wind toy,
Phobos, at Tahiche
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Resorts
Puerto del Carmen
Lanzarote´s most popular resort is Town which is located in and
currently undergoing something around the atmospheric harbour
of a rejuvenation. As the local area. And the (only very slightly
authorities press ahead with newer) New Town, which runs
plans to pedestrianise the main from the Biosfera Shopping
beachfront ´strip´, the Avenida de Centre all the way through to
las Playas. Whilst just outside town the edge of the resort at the San
the long awaited new golf course Antonio Hotel. Where it merges
is now open to players of all levels with Los Pocillos and Matagorda.
(0034 928 514050). In the Old Town area, holiday
Puerto del Carmen is where apartments, bars and restaurants
tourism first really took off on are all clustered around the
Lanzarote – transforming a small harbour. And this is the place to
fishing village known locally as head for come nightfall if you are
La Tiñosa into the island’s most staying in this part of the resort. As
popular resort. And today Puerto there are plenty of good places
del Carmen boasts hundreds to eat arrayed around the port,
of restaurants and bars. Along which provides an atmospheric
with some decent shopping backdrop for outdoor dining.
outlets most notably the Biosfera This is also the embarkation
Shopping Centre. point for a number of good
The resort is nominally separated quality boat excursions.
into two main areas – the Old

Puerto del Carmen
Such as the Princesa Ico
(reservations : 0034 928 514322)
– which transports tourists to
the neighbouring islands of
Fuerteventura and Los Lobos.
As well as the highly handy Ana
Segundo taxi boat – which hops
frequently between Puerto del
Carmen and the nearby upmarket
marina of Puerto Calero, located
just along the coast.
In the New Town the resort is
demarcated by the Avenida de
las Playas – which runs all the way
alongside the 6km of beaches
which were instrumental in creating
Puerto del Carmen´s popularity
with holidaymakers. On the
opposite side of the road from the
beach lies a long row of shops,
bars and restaurants. And Centro
– the central part of the strip -
remains the epicenter of nightlife
for the whole resort.
During the daytime life revolves
around the resort’s beaches. And
there are a number to choose
from. Playa Grande is Puerto del
Carmen´s biggest beach stretching
1.2km – and offers good facilities
such as sun loungers, umbrellas
and toilets. It’s also especially safe
for bathing and young children.
Playa Chica – located behind
a little residential enclave next to
the Fariones Hotel - is the best for
waterpsorts. As parascending,
banana boats and jet-skis can all
be hired on the small jetty next to
the beach. Playa Chica is also
partially enclosed by volcanic
rock, making it a great location for
diving and snorkeling.
Puerto del Carmen Puerto del Carmen
Excursions
Tel: 0034 928 514322
Biosfera Shopping Centre Web: www.aquaticket.com
Lanzarote Golf Puerto del Carmen is home to Explore the neighbouring island of
Tel: 0034 928 514050 the best shopping centre on the Fuerteventura. On board
Web: lanzarotegolfresort.com island. the well appointed tourist craft the
Lanzarote´s long awaited new Since its inception five years Princesa Ico. Visit the breathtaking
golf course is open for business. ago, the Biosfera shopping Dunas National Park and visit the
Located on the outskirts of Puerto centre has gone from strength deserted island of Los Lobos.
del Carmen the 18 hole 72 par to strength. Covering three
course has been designed by Ron floors, it combines major retailers Diving
Kirby and welcomes players of all such as Zara and Mango with Tel: 0034 928 516815
levels. From absolute beginners local favourites such as Pull and Web: manta-diving-lanzarote.com
upwards. And its elevation grants Bear. Plus a good selection of Discover the unique undersea
great views down to the Atlantic restaurants and bars and much world and marine wildlife that
and across to Fuerteventura. An more besides. surrounds Lanzarote – with the
equipment hire facility is available The Biosfera lies right on the expert team from Manta Diving.
and Lanzarote Golf is open seven cusp between the Old Town This friendly, professional outfit
days a week from 08.00 in the and the New Town and is open caters to all levels of proficiency
morning to 20.00 (during the Monday to Saturday 10.00 to – from beginners to experts. Using
Spring and Summer months). 22.00 and Sunday 11.00 to 21.00. only the latest, high quality dive
equipment.
Cycling
Tel: 0034 928 510612
Renner Bikes offer a
comprehensive selection of both
road and mountain bikes as well as
providing clients with some great
cycling routes and tours. Childrens
bikes are also available. Hire prices
start from €10 per day.
Fishing
Tel: 0034 928 514322
Web: www.aquaticket.com
The waters around Lanzarote are
home to a fine array of prized big
fish, such as sharks, tuna, marlin
and wahoo. And spring time is high
season for sports fishing. Try your
hand on board a modern, fully
equipped yacht.
Puerto del Carmen Puerto del Carmen
Casa Siam Casa Roja
Tel: 0034 928 528464 Tel: 0034 928 515866
La Cabaña Open: Daily, 19.00 to 23.00 An atmospheric waterfront
Tel: 0034 650 685662 Web: www.casasiam.com location and consistent quality
Open: Tues – Sat from 19.00 Casa Siam is Lanzarote´s only make Casa Roja a safe bet if you
closed Sundays authentic Thai restaurant. And are planning a meal out in the Old
Web: www.lacabanamacher. the Thai head chef of this hugely Town harbour area. Typical Spanish
com popular eatery, located next food – featuring good fresh fish as
Top quality British owned to the Music Hall Tavern, serves well as quality meat dishes.
restaurant located just outside up high quality fayre too –
Puerto Del Carmen in Macher. encompassing traditional Thai Terrazza Playa
Head chef Darren Spurr soups and curries – as well as Tel: 0034 928 515417
produces a weekly changing classic dishes such as fried oriental Arguably a victory for location
menu featuring dishes such as Thai noodles with prawns and over cuisine. But there aren´t
slivers of smoked salmon with chicken with chili and basil. Plus many places on Lanzarote where
a beetroot relish, Thai style some seriously mouth watering you can dine right on the beach.
marinated squid and fillet steak specials such as fresh asparagus And that’s obviously important to
with red wine sauce and shallots with king prawns. And Tom Yam many as this restaurant is always
to name but a few... plus a Goong – a delicious spicy soup busy, especially at night. Booking
delicious selection of homemade made with prawns, lemongrass advisable.
desserts. and kaffir lime leaves.
Puerto del Carmen offers a great

selection of nightlife for tourists.
Encompassing karaoke, live music
venues such as Charlies Bar and
show bars such as The Music Hall
Tavern (Tel : 0034 928 514701).
As well as clubs such as Club
928 and Cesars and more
sophisticated lounge venues such
as Bar Ola (located close to The
Casino). And that´s before taking
into account the hundreds of bars
in both the Old Town area and
along the strip in the New Town.
Centro remains the epicentre of
the action – where scores of young
PR´s attempt to lure tourists into
their venues with the promise of
free or reduced price drinks.
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Playa Blanca
Resorts
Just across the Bocaina Strait
sits the neighbouring island of
Fuerteventura. Creating an
Playa Blanca atmospheric spectacle at night as
the lights there shimmer across the
Playa Blanca basically comprises its heart. Extending from the water. During the day tourists hop
three small coves, set within one beautiful beaches at Papagayo between the two islands aboard
larger sheltered bay. And has in the east through to the ferries that dock and depart from
grown rapidly from the small lighthouse at Faro de Pechiguera the port area close to the centre
fishing village which still lies at in the west. of Playa Blanca.
The resort still revolves around
the original fishing village, which is
home to the small but attractive
town beach – Playa Blanca – from
which the town takes its name.
As well as the bulk of the bars,
restaurants and shops. To the east
of the centre is the neighbouring
beach of Playa Dorada – and to
the west Playa Flamingo. With
all three of these bays united by
a sea front promenade that runs
from one end of the resort to the
other.
Just beyond Playa Dorada – in
the direction of Papagayo – is the
relatively new Marina Rubicon.
Which plays host to luxury yachts,
up market shops, good quality
bars and restaurants (such as
Lanzarote´s very own branch
of the Café Del Mar chain)
and a twice-weekly market on
Wednesdays and Saturdays.
During the day, life in the resort
revolves around the beaches.
And a visit to the natural coves
and bays at nearby Papagayo is
an absolute must. Whilst as night
falls the focus shifts back to the
town centre – with the accent on
relaxed sea-front dining.
Playa Blanca Playa Blanca
Bowling La Bocaina Nightlife selections in Playa Blanca

Hit the lanes at the recently Tel: 0034 928 518388 are evolving as the resort continues
opened Lanzarote Bowling Club. Web: www.labocaina.com to grow.
Located upstairs at the Rubimar Modern European fine dining The town centre is the heart of
Shopping Centre, close to The in a relaxed and stylish setting the action, where the Commercial
Marina Rubicon. Prices from €6 is the order of the day at this Centre Papagayo plays host to the
per game. Plus pool tables and friendly restaurant, located at resort’s main club venue, Mojitos
video games. the entrance to Playa Blanca. Disco Club.
British head chef-owners Paul and But the Marina Rubicon, to the
Papagayo Beaches Nina Ecob use only the freshest east along the promenade can also
Beach lovers paradise. Six ingredients to create a menu provide an atmospheric night out.
distinctly different coves and of unfussy, classic dishes with a Especially if Lanzarote’s branch of
bays. Reached via a long walk modern twist. the famous Café Del Mar is hosting
from the resort along the coast, a decent DJ session. Head in the
by dirt track road or by the Rincon Playa other direction towards the ferry port
Princesa Yaiza Taxi Boat (0034 928 Tel: 0034 928 517347 and Punta Limones for Rooftops – a
514 322) from the ferry port. Top quality Spanish and club which is especially popular
Tip – take your own food, water international dishes are with British tourists. And close to the
and shade. complimented by great views Natura Palace Hotel lies the recently
across to Fuerteventura in this well opened and seriously stylish lounge
Marina Rubicon run seafront restaurant. Specials bar Marea (open 10.00-04.00).
Web: www.marinarubicon.com are dictated by the day’s catch.
Browse designer label stores and Located on the Avenida Maritima
visit the bustling twice-weekly promenade close to the port.
market. Every Wednesday and
Saturday from 09.00 to 14.00. Also El Almacén de Sal
an atmospheric lunchtime and Tel: 0034 928 517885
dinner location. Fine food served in what was
once an old salt repository.
Timanfaya Volcano Park Signature dishes include roast
Visiting Lanzarote without viewing cod with glazed onions and hake
the Timanfaya Volcano Park Basque style. Particularly strong
would be like traveling to Egypt on seafood.
and ignoring the pyramids. Playa
Blanca is just fifteen minutes drive Romantica
from the Park and the eruptions Tel: 0034 928 517166
and their legacy are central to Popular restaurant in Calle
the identity of the island today. Limones Romantica is best known
(Tel : 0034 928 592 554). Open : for its grilled specialities, fresh fish
Daily 10.00-17.45. and meat dishes.
Costa Teguise
Costa Teguise
Resorts Originally developed under
the aegis of island born artist
and architect César Manrique
beach for families with young
children. As the beach shelves
gently into the water and there
Costa Teguise boasts five are amenities such as toilets, sun
beautiful beaches, an excellent shades and shops on hand.
selection of bars and restaurants A sea front promenade in the
and some of the best holiday resort is close to completion –
accommodation on the island. which will soon create a unified
And it’s the perfect base for walkway from Las Cucharas
those who are keen to explore through to the smaller beach
Lanzarote’s natural beauty and at Playa Jablillo – located just in
cultural attractions. front of the Occidental Teguise
Costa Teguise is located close Playa Hotel. Playa Jablillo offers
to the island capital of Arrecife less in the way of facilities – but
on Lanzarote’s south eastern does boast a man made lagoon
shore – just ten to fifteen minutes – created with huge volcanic
drive from the airport (but also far boulders. Making it ideal for
away enough to ensure plenty swimming, snorkeling and diving –
of peace and quiet). As well as depending of course on the tides.
being within 15 minutes drive From here the walkway
of key attractions such as the continues round to the beach
Jameos del Agua. at Playa Bastian – another fine
The heart of Costa Teguise stretch of golden sand, which is
revolves around the Pueblo a little more protected from the
Marinero and the resort’s largest wind. The beach here also boasts
beach – Playa Las Cucharas. good facilities and amenities
The Pueblo Marinero – Manrique’s but is less suitable for bathing –
re-interpretation of a traditional especially for young children – as
whitewashed fishing village – is rocks and pebbles have to be
home to a number of bars and negotiated in order to get into
restaurants. As well as regular the sea.
market days every Thursday and For those in search of peace
Friday. Although neither of these and quiet away from the crowds,
rival the big Sunday market which Playa de los Charcos at the
takes place in the old island northern end of the resort – just
capital of Teguise – a fifteen past the Gran Melia hotel – and
minute drive away. Playa del Ancla to the southern
The 600 metre stretch of sand end offer even more seclusion.
at Playa Las Cucharas is very The Gran Melia Hotel is also well
popular with windsurfers – but as worth a visit in order to view the
the waters here are carefully Manrique murals and paintings
segregated it is also an excellent and the lush interior garden.
Costa Teguise
Markets
The Pueblo Marinero in the centre
of Costa Teguise hosts an artisan
Surfing - Liquid Surf School market every Thursday from 09.30
Tel: 0034 616022739 to 13.30 and a more general
www.liquidsurflanzarote.com market every Friday evening from
Lanzarote is one of Europe´s top 17.00 to 22.00. The islands major
surf locations. And the team at market in Teguise every Sunday is
Liquid Surf are the undisputed also close to the resort.
champions of the island surf
school scene. Providing expert Walking
instruction that has even the Tel: 0034 928 826114
shakiest of beginners up and Take a walk on the mild side
riding within a couple of hours. and explore the natural beauty
As well as top quality tuition of the island with the highly
they also monitor local wind knowledgeable team at Canary
and wave conditions – heading Trekking.
for the best spots each day
rather than working from a fixed
location. Safe and suitable for all
ages. Windsurfing lessons are also Meson
available. La Jordana
Tel: 0034 928 590328
Beatriz Hotel Spa The very best in traditional
Tel: 0034 928 826126 Spanish cooking and service.
The Beatriz Hotel in Costa Meson La Jordana serve high
Teguise is home to an excellent quality seasonal specials – such
spa, which features a huge as suckling pig and wild boar – as
Roman themed hydrothermal well as the freshest fish around. In
facility. Plus a team of trained a formal, old school environment.
professionals offering a broad Fantastic wine list.
range of massages, oriental
therapies and beauty treatments. Oscars
Tel: 0034 928 590489
Cycling Good quality Belgian owned
Open: Daily 10.00 – 12.00 restaurant with a plant filled patio
Tel: 0034 628 102177 and Hollywood themed interior.
Costa Teguise’s best bike hire Modern international dishes
shop. The Bike Station in Costa include lobster, langostinos,
Teguise (located next to the post steaks and vegetarian options.
office) offers excellent value rates Make sure to leave space for
on a variety of well-maintained the waffles with hot black cherry
bikes. sauce and ice cream.
Costa Teguise
Isla Bonita Nightlife in Costa Teguise is

Tel: 0034 928 591526 quieter than in Puerto del Carmen
Fish lovers paradise. Enjoy a or nearby Arrecife. Revolving
complimentary glass of Canarian around bars and music venues
wine and some free goats cheese as opposed to nightclubs and
on arrival and choose from a discos. Amongst the best – and
great selection of locally caught certainly the best value – is Bar
fish such as dorada, vieja, cherne Chispas in the Pueblo Marinero.
and sama. Where you can enjoy very
reasonably priced drinks beneath
Villa Toledo the trees in the atmospheric
Tel: 0034 928 590626 square.
Based in the oldest house in Costa Just over the road - in the
Teguise with great views out to Commercial Centre Nautico -
sea and to the beach at Playa music lovers can find the recently
Bastian below. Their extensive opened venue Jazz Mi Madre. As
menu encompasses all of the well as Cafe del Arte, which hosts
usual Canarian standards as well an eclectic range of live acts -
as a selection of international from reggae to R&B - most Friday
specialties. and Saturday nights from 8pm.
La Jordana
Puerto Calero
Resorts
Puerto Calero is also home to
Lanzarote’s very own Yellow
Submarine – operated by
Submarine Safaris. Which takes
tourists on an exciting voyage of
undersea exploration to the floor
of the Atlantic Ocean.
Back on dry land the Marina
also boasts an art gallery and
some excellent spa facilities in
both of the nearby hotels.
As well as plenty of good
quality shopping outlets such as
big names like Hugo Boss, Helly
Hanson, Custo Barcelona, Armani,
Gant, Ralph Lauren, Prada and
Tommy Hilfiger.
Hire a car, take a taxi or jump
on board the Catlanza bus which
runs from all of the main resorts to
Puerto Calero Marina the Marina.
Stylish Marina Resort side of the Atlantic. Providing Submarine Safaris

Just five minutes down the coast berths for over 420 vessels, as well Tel: 0034 928 512898
from Puerto del Carmen lies the as an impressive backdrop for Email: info@submarinesafaris.com
stylish marina of Puerto Calero. some of Lanzarote’s best quality www.submarinesafaris.com
Since the opening of the Hesperia holiday villas and residential Adults €52 Children €30
and Costa Calero hotels a couple properties. (book online for a 15% discount)
of years ago the Marina has really These days the Marina is bustling Explore the ocean depths with
established itself as Lanzarote’s with life. As tourists visit to sample Submarine Safaris.
fourth resort. And is now home the relaxed atmosphere that is
to some of the best high-end best enjoyed from one of the Art Gallery
shopping on the island. As well many bars and restaurants lining The Galería de Arte showcases
as a fascinating museum, some the quayside. Many of them will the work of both local and
excellent bars and restaurants also be there for a day at sea with international artists. Open from
and the most exciting excursions Catlanza, the luxury catamaran 16.00 to 21.00 from Monday to
that Lanzarote has to offer. operators. Whose trip along Friday and 11.00 to 21.00 on
Puerto Calero was created in the coast to the beaches at Saturdays. Featuring the work of
1989 and has emerged as one of Papagayo is amongst the most painter Adrian Ibañez from April
the best marinas on this popular on the island. 3rd.
Puerto Calero
Diving Tel: 0034 928 849560
Island Watersports The Canarian Cetacean Museum
Tel: 0034 928 511880 offers a fascinating insight into the
Email: info@divelanzarote.com worlds of dolphins and whales.
Web: www.divelanzarote.com
The Island Watersports dive
centre and dive shop is located
in the marina and offers the
complete range of PADI diver
training programmes. Along with Amura
Try a Dive sessions – which are Tel: 0034 928 513181
held daily for those who want Amura enjoys a great sea front
to experience scuba for the first location in the marina at Puerto
time. Calero and offers top quality
international cuisine in up market
Fishing surroundings. Located at the far
Tel: 0034 928 514322 end of the Marina from the main
Web: www.aquaticket.com car park.
Enjoy a day at sea bottom or big
game fishing on board the 16.5m Casa Bistro Ida
Katfish. Crewed by professional Tel: 0034 928 849698
fishermen. Funky food outlet located next
door to the Galería de Arte.
Whale Museum Serving a good range of salads,
Cost: Adults €8 Children €5. sandwiches, juices and coffees in
Open: Tues-Sat 10.00 to 18.00 an atmospheric environment.
Whale Museum Entrance

Gran Hotel from Playa Del Reducto

Arrecife
Lanzarote’s Cosmopolitan fortify Arrecife against repeated
Capital pirate attacks. Today the Castillo
Arrecife took on the mantle of de San José, which is located
island capital from Teguise back some 2km away from El Charco,
in 1852. And is today a bustling is home to the Museum of
city, home to just under half of International and Contemporary
Lanzarote’s total population of Art (open daily 11.00-21.00)
127,000 people. Featuring a small collection of
Arrecife doesn’t boast that predominantly abstract works,
much in the way of classic such as the surreal woodcarvings
colonial architecture – although of Canarian artist Pancho Lasso
it does have its high points. (€2.50 Adults, €1,25 Children).
Such as the atmospheric El The Castillo San Gabriel,
Charco area, a small lagoon back in the city centre, is an
known locally as The Puddle, older fortification dating from
which is located in the heart the 1590’s (open 10.00-16.00
of the city and which makes a Monday to Saturday, admission
good spot for a stroll or a bite to is free of charge). And houses
eat. Especially after a bout of a small museum exhibiting
serious shopping in the main retail examples of Guanche art and
precinct of Calle Leon y Castillo artifacts. It is located at the foot
(also known as Calle Real) which of Calle Leon y Castillo right
runs along the north end of this by the sea. And at the start of
lagoon. a very attractive promenade
A series of narrow streets run which runs right along the
off from El Charco towards the front – past the 5 Star Arrecife
church of San Ginés (the patron Gran Hotel and on to the city’s
saint of Arrecife’s fishermen). beach, Playa del Reducto. This
Which is set in a small pretty path can now be taken all the
square that’s the religious way along the coast as far as
heart of the capital and the Puerto del Carmen.
focal point for many of the Visitors to the capital should
island’s most important fiestas bear in mind that shops in
and festivals. Close by – just Arrecife close between 14.00
behind the modern fish market and 17.00 and are open
on the seafront - is the recently mornings only on Saturdays.
reopened La Recova - once a Driving in the capital can
vibrant food market and now be demanding, thanks to a
home to a number of small stalls complicated one way system,
as well as a decent little café. and extremely limited street
The city is flanked by two parking. Parking spots are found
castles – which were built during beneath the Gran Hotel and
the 16th and 18th centuries – to besides El Charco.
Towns & Places: South
Towns & Places the village. Which is well worth

visiting both for the quality of
the food and the atmospheric
environment.
The stylish Finca Las Salinas (Tel:
0034 928 830325) on the fringe
of Yaiza offers an attractive rural
alternative to resort based hotels restaurants were threatened with
and villas. And the Casona de extinction – as a law prohibiting
Yaiza (Tel: 0034 928 836262 ) also buildings within a certain
offers stylish accommodation and distance of the sea was mooted.
an excellent restaurant, as well as Fortunately though this threat has
an interesting art gallery. now abated.
Several of the restaurants are
El Golfo so close to the sea, you may well
The unique scenery of El Golfo observe the kitchen staff washing
has provided the backdrop for and gutting your lunch by the
a number of futuristic films – such shore. To the obvious delight of
as the classic One Million Years the local seagulls who are happy
BC, which memorably featured to help clean up.
The Green Lagoon: El Golfo
Raquel Welch in an animal skin
bikini. Los Hervideros
But the real star of the show Just along the coast from El
separate occasions. Thanks to the here is the famous green lagoon Golfo, are the fascinating ‘Boiling
fact that its charming and historic (known locally as El Charco de los Pots’ – Los Hervideros. This is a
Yaiza white washed buildings, village Clicos) – the colour created by collection of caves and inlets
It’s little short of a miracle that church and squares have been the formation of algae in the sea created by the crashing waves
tourists are able to visit the pretty, largely preserved intact over the water that feeds the lake here. of the Atlantic, where you can
plant filled streets and squares of centuries. Creating a striking contrast to the look down through blowholes in
Yaiza. As the village came close Residents regard Yaiza as ‘The volcanic black sand beach that the volcanic rock at the sea as it
to being buried beneath a sea of Capital of The South’ — due to surrounds it. surges in and out.
lava during the volcanic eruptions the fact that the village is the The nearby village of the same Some of the rock has been
of 1730 to 1736. administrative centre of the wider name has possibly the highest shaped into fantastic geometric
But today Yaiza flourishes. As municipality of Yaiza. concentration of fish restaurants patterns caused by the
the same volcanoes that once But don’t expect a throbbing on the island. For this reason, it’s weathering of both sea and
threatened it with extinction metropolis as Yaiza remains more the perfect place for lunch and wind. César Manrique added his
now ensure economic survival; of a lightly pulsating pueblo and is is packed with island residents at own touches to Los Hervideros
diverting streams of visitors from representative of more authentic the weekend. by designing the route of the
the nearby Timanfaya Volcano and traditional Lanzarote. There’s certainly no shortage walkway around the various
Park to this tranquil, traditional In conjunction with Luis Ibanez of choice and it’s a real pleasure blowholes and viewing points.
hamlet. César Manrique created a to just wander along the front At both El Golfo and Los
Yaiza has been voted the traditional Canarian restaurant – and see which establishment Hervideros there are also lots of
prettiest village in Spain on two La Era (Tel: 0034 928 830016) – in takes your fancy. Recently, these honesty stalls selling lumps of the
Salinas del Janubio
semi-precious mineral Olivine Femés is very tucked away, as

– which is found in abundance a result of the steep road which
up here on Lanzarote’s wilder climbs up to the highland from
northern coast. Just pick the bit the coast. So it retains plenty
that takes your fancy and stick a of character and Canarian
few euros in the tin. charm. And boasts a couple
of good restaurants. The best
Salinas del Janubio views are to be enjoyed from
A little further down the road from the Restaurant Balcón de Femés
Los Hervideros as you head back – but many regular visitors and
away from El Golfo towards the residents favour the food and
main road to Playa Blanca is the pretty garden at Casa Emiliano –
Salinas del Janubio. One of the located just around the corner.
only remaining working salt flats,
where islanders used to create Playa Quemada
sea salt for consumption and Playa Quemada is the last totally
export. unspoilt spot on this otherwise
The flats appear in unexpected popular stretch of coastline.
colours, such as magenta, And well worth a visit, if only to
deep red, coral and dusky discover how the island must
pink, although the salt crystals have looked before the advent
produced here are naturally of tourism.
still sparkling white. Drop in and The town is named after
buy a bag of sea salt or visit the its black volcanic beach –
Restaurant del Janubio which translating literally as Burnt Beach.
overlooks the salt pans. And the sands here offer real
seclusion away from the main
Femés resorts. Playa Quemada is also
The small village of Femés is home to a number of excellent
home to the Balcón de Femés fish restaurants – amongst the
– the name deriving from the best being Restaurant Playa
panoramic view it gives down Quemada which sits on the front
towards Lanzarote’s southern right by the sea and serves a
most resort of Playa Blanca. great mixed sea food platter.
Towns & Places: Centre
Towns & Places

the violent massacre that ensued
and can still be found beside
Teguise’s main church, the
Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe,
just off the central Plaza de la
Constitución.
Here visitors will also find the
excellent house museum, Palacio
de Spínola (Sunday to Friday
09.00-15.00, admission €3). Which
provides an insight into the
lifestyle of an affluent 18th century
merchant. Today the Palacio
serves as the official residence of
the Governor of the Canary Islands
when he is visiting Lanzarote.
A wealth of other historic
buildings – such as the Convento
de San Domingo and the
Convento San Francisco – are
Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe dotted around the town. And
above Teguise, on Mount
Guanapay, sits the Castillo Santa
Bárbara. Once a lookout point
Teguise the castle still gives fantastic views
Teguise (or La Villa as it is known home to the island’s most historic from coast to coast and is home to
locally) is Lanzarote’s time buildings. Including the Palacio the fascinating Emigration Museum
machine. The town is steeped in de Marques – dating from 1455 (open 10.00 to 15.00 Mon-Fri,
history and can lay claim to being – which has been converted 10.00-14.00 Sun). Which details the
the oldest Spanish settlement in into an attractive tapas bar and migratory patterns of Lanzaroteños
the whole of the Canaries, dating bodega by its German owner. during the years of volcanic
back as far as 1402. For many centuries these eruption and economic hardship.
Named after the last Princess strategic considerations were Every Sunday the sleepy cobbled
of the native, pre-Spanish, of paramount importance as streets of Teguise really come
Guanche inhabitants, Teguise Lanzarote was subjected to alive - as thousands of locals and
was the island’s top dog until wave after wave of invasion by holidaymakers descend
1852. Its central position, high plundering pirates. on the town for the weekly market.
ground and commanding views This on-going pillage reached a This is one of the biggest weekly
giving it a tactical and defensive violent crescendo in 1618 when events on the island. So if you are
advantage. So securing its status an armada of 5,000 Algerian arriving by public bus or taxi rather
as Lanzarote’s capital for some buccaneers overran the town. than by hire car expect queues
450 years. A small street called La Sangre on the journey back to your resort
The quiet cobbled streets are (blood), serves as a memorial to accommodation.
Towns & Places: Centre
Famara
Just ten minutes drive from
Teguise is the beautiful bay of
to Famara below, over to
the neighbouring island of La
Graciosa and back down to the
Towns & Places
Famara, which closely rivals the centre and south of the island.
beaches at Papagayo for the title
of best beach on the island. Oasis de Nazaret
Famara is best enjoyed during Just off the LZ10, between Tahiche
the summer and autumn months. and Teguise is a turn off for Oasis
As it is located on Lanzarote’s de Nazaret – marked by a small
wilder and more exposed North ‘Museo’ road sign. Which leads
West coast. to LagOmar – once the hilltop
Famara is Lanzarote’s surfing home of the actor Omar Sharif.
capital and the sandy streets in César Manrique created this
the village – Caleta de Famara incredible holiday residence for
– are straight out of a spaghetti the Hollywood star - who then
western. Here visitors can find a promptly lost the property in a
number of restaurants – such as El high stakes game of bridge.
Risco and Restaurant Sol – which Today LagOmar is home to one
give diners great views across of Lanzarote’s most upmarket
to the range of cliffs, the Risco restaurants (reservations 0034 928
de Famara, which creates the 845665). And is well worth a visit if Haría: The Valley of 1,000 Palms
breathtaking backdrop to both just for a cup of coffee and a stroll

the beach and the bay. around the grounds.
Las Nieves Haría burning of many of Haría’s trees

Follow the LZ-10 from Teguise and Described by the eminent and plants by marauding pirates
seek out the chapel of Las Nieves Canarian author, Alberto during raids in the 1570’s).
- the fittingly titled Hermitage of Vasquez as; “Without doubt Today, life revolves around the
the Snows, which sits atop the the most beautiful village on shady, eucalyptus lined main
Risco de Famara. This chapel the island, if not the world” the square – Plaza Leon y Castillo.
is dedicated to the Virgin of palm-packed pueblo of Haría Which is home to the village
Las Nieves to whom the locals provides a stunning contrast to church and which also provides
have prayed for rain for many the starker, volcanic landscapes an atmospheric setting for Haría’s
centuries. of Lanzarote. And is a verdant weekly Saturday morning market.
She must be a little hard of reminder that the coast of Africa Where visitors can browse stalls
hearing though as rainfall stays is just some seventy miles away. selling fresh local produce – such
as low as ever on the island. Haría is nestled in the aptly as fruit, vegetables, goats cheese
Alternatively their prayers may named Valley of 1,000 Palms. and wines. As well as local arts
have been lost on the wind as it Where during the 17th and 18th and crafts such as lacework and
can be extremely breezy up here. centuries villagers celebrated the embroidery.
Past the chapel lie various birth of a new baby by planting Such is the peace and
outcrops of rock that afford the palms — one for a girl and two for tranquility of this relatively
most incredible views down Lag-O-Mar a boy (possibly in reaction to the remote part of the island that
Towns & Places: North Towns & Places: North
César Manrique, Lanzarote’s Máguez But the sleepy little harbour here is a shallow lagoon, keeping the
favourite son, chose to spend his Haría’s even sleepier neighbour currently undergoing an overhaul water warm enough for paddling
retirement years here. And whilst – Máguez – is usually only and is being dredged and all year round. By contrast – on
his house is closed to the public glimpsed by tourists en route to deepened. To accommodate a the other side of Orzola lies the
his final resting place in the pretty the nearby Guinate Tropical Park bigger and better ferry service in little used beach of Playa de la
cemetery at the edge of the or the Mirador del Rio. But take between Caleta del Sebo on La Canteria which is much wilder
village is open to visitors. a walk around the village from Graciosa and Orzola. and popular with local surfers.
Haría retains a strong artistic the ‘main street’ that is home to Either way, the village still retains
feel – with a unique exhibition the Sociedad and it is easy to a good deal of charm and boasts Arrieta
space - La Galería El Aljibe de uncover plenty of examples of some fine seafood restaurants The small seaside village of Arrieta
Haría - located beneath the traditional Canarian architecture around the harbour area. As well is very popular with locals and
bougainvillea bedecked Plaza (as well as plenty of others in as some of the most attractive Spanish visitors from the mainland.
de la Constitución in an old water need of restoration!). Plus a neat beaches on the island, heading And is a reminder of how the
deposit (opposite the main town little art gallery that is owned by away from Orzola in the direction island must have looked before
hall building). – and displays the work of – local of Punta Mujeres and the Jameos the onset of mass tourism.
Haría is best explored on foot – artist Jaime Romero. del Agua. The beach here – Playa de
and the surrounding countryside Known collectively as the la Garita – ebbs and flows
also provides some fantastic walks Mirador del Guinate Caletón Blanco these comprise dramatically in size according to
and stunning scenery. Visit the Just before Monte Corona – five different little beaches of the tide. And is flanked by two
tucked away restaurant Meson Lanzarote’s tallest volcanic peak almost pure white sand, creating neat little restaurants at either
La Frontera (0034 928 835310 and at 609 metres – and past the a striking contrast with the end of the main beach – Chiringo
signposted from the village). And Guinate Tropical Park visitors can surrounding black volcanic rock. Beach and Casa de la Playa.
enjoy some great local dishes and find one of Lanzarote’s many The first beach outside Orzola – Where visitors can sample good
fantastic views before walking it miradors – or natural lookout Charca de la Laja – also boasts quality tapas and seafood right
off around the valley below. points. And the Mirador del by the sea. At weekends Chiringo
For maximum impact, Haría Guinate is amongst the best – as Beach also cook up a massive
is best approached from the it offers stunning views across to communal paella – which is
north, on the LZ10 via Los the neighbouring island of La hugely popular. And can be
Valles. As the road winds down Graciosa, as well as back along enjoyed for just a few euros a
through hairpin bends into the the volcanic north west coastline plate.
valley an incredible panorama of Lanzarote. Back in the village itself visitors
unfolds below. With the crowns are well served by even more
of countless Canarian palms Orzola restaurants. Three of which have
swaying gently against the Orzola is best known as the patios overlooking the ocean,
backdrop of white washed village gateway to the remote whilst another two sit on the
houses. neighbouring island of La small harbour. Diners here can
Double up on valley views and Graciosa. With small ferries criss- also enjoy the site of the local
drive through the lesser known crossing between the village and architectural anomaly, the Blue
neighbouring Valle de Temisa. Caleta del Sebo throughout the House – reputedly built by a
As the road descends through day (a short voyage that’s usually monied Venezuelan in the 1970’s
the picturesque valley and small best enjoyed in the summer who clearly had little time for the
village of Tabayesco and then months - contact Lineas Romero Joaquín ‘Chiche’ Reyes - Traditional white washed uniformity of the
onwards to Arrieta and the coast. 0034 928 842055). Canarian pottery demonstrations can be rest of the island.
found on the main street through Maguez.
Sightseeing
Timanfaya Volcano Park
Admission: €8 Adults, €4 Children Instead coaches collect them
Parking: Free from the car park and then wend
Open: 10.00-17.45 their way through the landscape.
Camel Ride: €10 per camel The skilful drivers stop their
Lanzarote was rocked by the vehicles at numerous points along
world’s longest ever volcanic the route so that everyone can
eruption from 1730 to 1736. Which get a proper look at the variety of
covered around one quarter incredible vistas Timanfaya has to
of the island – much of it fertile, offer. There is also a commentary
agricultural land – in a sea of lava. throughout the tour, provided
Today, the Volcano Park at in English, Spanish and German.
Timanfaya is Lanzarote’s most Giving an eyewitness account
popular tourist attraction. In 2006 of the eruptions as recorded in
alone, nearly 900,000 people the diary of Father Curbelo, the
visited this unique lava scape parish priest of nearby Yaiza.
– which is home to scores of César Manrique created a
colourful dormant volcanoes and stylishly designed restaurant on
spent cones. top of a volcano – the Islote
The landscape here is raw de Hilario - in the centre of the
and eerie, resembling how our park. Here visitors can enjoy
planet must have looked when entertaining demonstrations
first formed millions of years ago. which attest to the heat still
Or perhaps like another world emanating from many miles
altogether – as Timanfaya is often beneath the earth. As well as
compared to the Moon. Indeed watching their food cooked by
NASA astronauts in training for the same natural power source
the Apollo 13 mission were shown on a huge open barbecue.
detailed images of Timanfaya in Visitors to Timanfaya simply park
order to prepare them for their up and then show their admission
lunar landing. tickets as they board any of the
Erosion has done little to disturb coaches departing at regular
natures work. The lava fields and intervals. The tour through the
lapilli (the black fine volcanic Volcano Park takes around 40
pebbles and stones) all retain a minutes. Five minutes back in the
pristine look about them. direction of Yaiza is the camel
Helped by the fact that visitors station where tourists can enjoy
to Timanfaya are not permitted to a twenty minute ride around the
walk through the park. perimeter of the park.
Sightseeing
Jameos del Agua cathedral like. Blind albino crabs

Admission: €8 Adults, Children €4 glisten in the water like jewels.
Parking: Free After walking alongside the
Open: Daily 10.00-18.30 lagoon visitors then climb up
Information and reservations: through more beautifully planted
0034 928 848020 gardens to be met by the sight
Described as “The Eighth Wonder of a blinding white pool area.
of the World” by Hollywood movie Where, apparently, the water is
legend Rita Heyworth the Jameos reserved solely for the use of the
Del Agua is certainly one of King of Spain. Should he ever
Lanzarote’s star attractions. fancy a dip.
This incredible collapsed lava Climbing another spiral stone
tube, located in the North of the staircase brings visitors to the Cueva de los Verdes In1964 a 2km pathway was
island close to Punta Mujeres, tops Casa de los Volcanes, which Admission: €8 Adults, Children €4 created by Jesus Soto to show
the bill for many tourists. Making houses an excellent permanent Parking: Free off the caves to their best effect.
the Jameos the second most exhibition about volcanic activity Open: Daily 10.00-17,00 But it is difficult to tell that there
popular sight on Lanzarote. in the Canary Islands. Featuring The Cueva de los Verdes — like has been any human intervention
With the help of Luis Morales many interactive features which the Jameos del Agua — are part at all, aside from an excellent
and Jesus Soto César Manrique have a strong appeal for kids. of a 6Km long lava tube which lighting system which spotlights
transformed this space into The Jameos is doubly was formed about 5000 years the cave walls.
a stunning, subterranean atmospheric at night time, when ago during the eruption of nearby In centuries past Lanzaroteños
auditorium. Tropical gardens, visitors can enjoy a meal and Monte Corona. hid here from frequent pirate
bars and a restaurant surround sample some traditional folk It forms one of the longest raids. And today the Caves still
an underground lagoon. The dancing. Every Tuesday, Friday volcanic galleries in the world and house a secret which can only be
atmosphere is hushed and and Saturday (19.00 to 02.00). is of great scientific interest. uncovered by visitors.
Sightseeing Sightseeing
César Manrique Manrique discovered the site Mirador del Rio Spanish settlers to keep a lookout
Foundation when out walking across the Admission: €4.50 Adults, for marauding pirates. In 1898
Admission: €8 Adults, lava fields that surround Tahiche €2.25 Children (7-12 yrs) canons (which now stand
Children under 12 Free back in the 1960’s. He caught a Parking: Free guard outside the Museum of
Parking: Free glimpse of a fig tree poking out Open: Daily 10.00 - 17.45 International and Contemporary
Open: Daily 10.00 - 18.00 of the top of a volcanic chamber The Mirador del Rio offers visitors Art in Arrecife) were added to
Sunday 10.00-15.00 and then discovered there were a breathtaking views across to the deter any naval incursions by
The César Manrique Foundation number of bubbles below. small neighbouring island of La American vessels. As Spain went
is based in the fantastic former Work commenced, the five Graciosa (as well as the islets of to war with the USA over the
home of the island born artist and underground bubbles were Alegranza and Montaña Clara) ownership of Cuba.
architect in Tahiche. And gives a interconnected, and by the end – thought by some to be the It was converted into a unique
whole new meaning to the term of 1968 Manrique’s creation was original location for Robert Louis tourist attraction by the ubiquitous
housing bubble – as it was built complete. Providing him with Stevenson’s children’s classic Manrique in 1974, with the help
around five volcanic vacuums in the perfect work and display Treasure Island. of fellow architects Jesus Soto
the surrounding lava flow. space and Lanzarote with a The Mirador – which means look and Eduardo Caceres. Initially
This ingenious feat of model and vision for sustainable out point in Spanish – was formerly designed as a restaurant the
architecture was Manrique’s first future development. Today his a small fortress and gun battery, Mirador still serves a basic range
major piece of work on Lanzarote former home houses his many built atop the Risco de Famara of snacks and drinks.
– and it never fails to blow visitors works of art, as well as those of range some 479 metres above
away. It perfectly encapsulates contemporaries such as Picasso sea level. César Manrique
the artists desire to create a and Lasso. As well as hosting As long ago as the 16th century Foundation
symbiosis between art and nature. visiting exhibitions. this spot was used by the island’s
The island of
La Graciosa as
seen from the
Mirador del Rio

Cactus Garden
Admission: €5 Adults, €2.50 Children
Parking: Free
Open: Daily 10.00 - 17.45
The Jardín de Cactus in Guatiza is
a celebration of the plant world’s
spiniest species. Orchestrated by
César Manrique with the assistance
of eminent botanist Estanislao
Gonzales Ferrer.
The Cactus Garden is built into a
former quarry – giving the site an
amphitheatre like shape, which
displays the 10,000 plus plants
drawn from over 1400 different
species to great effect.
And is symbolically located
right in the heart of Lanzarote’s
traditional cactus growing country
— where 300 acres are still given
over to the exclusive cultivation of
the Tunera cacti.
This particular type of cacti
is especially attractive to the
cochineal beetle. And in centuries
past the island prospered on the
cultivation and harvesting of this
insect. Whose larvae were crushed
and used to create a red dye that
coloured sweets, food and even
the coats of 19th Century British
soldiers.
Spikey Stuff:
The Cactus Garden in Guatiza
Beaches
Life’s a beach
A maxim that could have been breathtaking in Europe. And
coined especially for Lanzarote. despite the volcanic eruptions for
As this small island is home to over which the island is famous the vast
90 beautiful beaches. Amongst majority are made up of golden
which are some of the most grains – not black sand.
Beaches Beaches
and a micro climate that delivers The sea here also tends to be
better temperatures – especially very calm and the sand shelves
in the winter months. gently into the water – making it
Reached via a dirt track road an ideal spot for safe swimming
or a good walk from the resort and paddling. The beach can
these picturesque playas also get a little crowded at weekends
afford more variety – as visitors as it is both popular with locals
can hop from one stretch of and very tidal.
sand to another. With each
beach enjoying its own unique Caleton Blanco
atmosphere and identity. Just beyond the Jameos del
There are also a few restaurants Agua on route to the village
and refreshment stands here. But of Orzola (ferry gateway to
as they are catering to a captive La Graciosa) lies a stunning
audience standards tend to be succession of white sand
as low as the prices are high. beaches which are known
collectively as the Caleton
Arrieta Blanco.
Arrieta´s Playa de la Garita The contrast between the
beach is a great choice for bright white sands, dark volcanic
Sundown at Famara families looking to get off the rock and turquoise sea is simply
beaten track. As it combines stunning. And the fact that you
Famara a natural and unspoilt stretch can enjoy a paddle in tepid bath
Which is the best beach on – and depending on the tides of sand with good facilities. temperature waters in the natural
Lanzarote? Beauty is, of course, measures up to 8km from end to Including toilets, showers and two lagoon located by the last
in the eye of the beholder. But end. Providing ample space for restaurants that are slap bang on beach before you hit the village
during the Summer and Autumn both sun worshippers and surfers the beach – one of which even is also a major bonus. As the
months – when there´s little wind alike. has a small selection of children’s Atlantic that surrounds Lanzarote
and the weather conditions are Like most of the beaches play equipment. can sometimes feel chilly.
right – there are few stretches of outside the main resorts there are
sand that can compete with the no facilities. But visitors can stock
raw allure of Famara. up on food and water or enjoy
This horseshoe shaped bay a meal in the adjoining village of
– on the island’s wilder North- Caleta de Famara.
West coast – boasts the truly
dramatic backdrop of the Risco Papagayo
de Famara range of cliffs. Which The six beaches and coves that
tower sentinel like over one end collectively comprise Papagayo
of the beach. Whilst out to sea – just outside Playa Blanca in the
sit the small neighbouring islands south of the island – closely rival
of La Graciosa, Alegranza and Famara for sheer natural beauty.
Montana Clara. Enjoying great views across to
The beach itself is enormous Fuerteventura and Los Lobos Playa de la Garita, Arrieta
Museums
Museums
El Grifo Wine example of local
LagOmar
Oasis de Nazaret
Admission : Adults €5, Kids €2
Museum architecture, La Cueva: Tues-Sun 10.00-18.00
Masdache dating back to Museum: 0034 928 940064
Admission: €3 the 1770’s and Restaurant Open: 12.00-24.00
(includes tasting) the excellent Reservations: 0034 928 845665
Open: 10.30- museum here Step into the incredible grounds
18.00 (every day) houses all sorts of the house built for film star
Telephone : 0034 of bacchanalian Omar Sharif by Jesus Soto from a
928 524951 paraphernalia, design by César Manrique back
Learn more such as in the 1970´s. It boasts the usual
about the ancient presses Manrique trademarks and is a
unique methods and bottling warren of hidden caves, pools
of viniculture on equipment. and secret garden spaces.
Lanzarote by Enjoy a tour Legend has it that the actor lost Lag O Mar
visiting the Wine around the the house during a high stakes
Museum, which exhibits – and game of bridge. As well as the stylish Bar Cueva
is housed at El then round off Today, the property is home (Cave Bar) - which hosts DJ
Grifo, the oldest your visit with a to an upscale restaurant and sessions every Wednesday, Friday
bodega in the complimentary exhibition space, featuring the and Saturday and which is an
Canary Islands. wine tasting work of local artists on a regular ideal venue for late night drinks.
This classic session. rotation.
Museo Del Campesino island’s farmers this is really more

Mozaga/San Bartolomé of a restaurant and arts and crafts
Admission : Free outlet than a museum.
Museum Open: 10.00-18.00 (Open Nonetheless, visitors can still
Daily) explore the old renovated
Restaurant Open: 13.00-16.00 farmhouse and enjoy watching
Telephone : 0034 928 520136 local artisans creating traditional
Designed by César Manrique as craft items such as pottery, basket
a tribute to the resilience of the weaving and lace.
Emigration Museum Fascinating museum with great

Castillo Santa Bárbara – Teguise exhibits housed in the island’s
Admission : Adults €3, Kids €1,50 oldest castle. Built as a lookout
Open: 10.00-15.00 (Closed Sat) post in the 16th century to protect
Telephone : 0034 928 845001 Lanzarote’s original capital
Discover what happened to the Teguise from pirate attack, the
One of Lanzarote’s Lanzaroteños after the volcanic Castillo also offers incredible
most famous exports: eruptions bought poverty and
El Grifo Wine -
panoramic views of the north of
produced in Masdache hunger to the island. the island.
Museums Museums
Palacio Spínola of a wealthy merchant and the Museo del Tanit island life from the last 200 odd
Teguise architecture of the period. San Bartolomé years, so giving a faithful insight
Admission : Adults €3, Kids €1,50 A sympathetic restoration Admission : Adults €6 (kids free) into how islanders used to live.
Open: Daily 09.00-15.00 project, overseen by the Open: 10.00-14.00 (Mon-Sat) The Museum is housed in the
(Closed Sat) ubiquitous César Manrique Telephone : 0034 928 802549 basement bodega of a beautiful
Telephone : 0034 928 845181 helped restore the building to its This quirky and eclectic 18th century house and also
Beautiful House Museum dating full glory back in the 1970’s and ethnographic museum houses a boasts an art gallery and
from the 1730’s which offers a today it is one of Teguise’s most collection of every day items of delightful gardens.
rich insight into both the lifestyle important monuments.
Agricultural Museum This excellent museum is housed

Whale and Dolphin these fascinating creatures are El Patio in one of the biggest and best old
Museum celebrated in style at this recently Tiagua rural houses on the island – where
Puerto Calero opened museum in the marina of Admission : Adults €5, Kids €2.50 traditional crops are still cultivated
Admission : Adults €8, Puerto Calero. Open: 10.00-17.00 (Mon-Fri), and farm animals roam free.
Children €5 Modern, interactive displays 10.00-14.00 (Sat) There is also a small cactus
Open: 10.00-18.00 (Tues-Sat) and real skeletons allow visitors Telephone: 0034 928 529134 garden, a chapel and a wine
Telephone : 0034 928 849560 to experience and learn about Travel back through time museum. Visitors can also
Canarian waters are home to the characteristics and habitats and discover more about the buy wine and goat’s cheese
27 different species of whale of these massive ocean-going agricultural traditions of Lanzarote. produced on site.
and dolphin (cetaceans) and mammals.
Airport Museum aviation on the island by visiting
Admission : Free the Airport Museum. Which
Open: 10.00 – 14.00 daily opened in 2002 and it is located
(closed Mondays) in the original passenger terminal
Telephone : 0034 928 846365 building.
There’s been an airport on Visitors can enjoy a number of
Lanzarote since 1941 and you can interactive presentations and
discover all about the history of browse old photos and logs.
Museum of International as Millares and Lasso. As well as

Contemporary Art (MIAC) works by César Manrique who
Castillo San José – Arrecife oversaw the renovation of this
Admission : Adults €2,50, 18th century castle.
Kids €1,25 The Castillo was built to repel
Museum Open: 11.00-21.00 pirates and alleviate poverty in
Restaurant Open: 13.00-23.00 the wake of the major volcanic
(open every day) eruptions of the 1730’s. As a result
Telephone : 0034 928 812321 it became known locally as the
Small but top-quality collection of Fortress of Hunger. Today the
modern paintings and sculptures basement of the building houses
Entrance to the Airport Museum by leading Canarian artists such a stylish restaurant and bar.
Days Out
Days Out Guinate Tropical Park

Guinate, Near Máguez & Haría
Open: Daily 10.00-17.00
The newest star attraction at
Guinate are the recently arrived
Humboldt Penguins – a rare and
Admission: Adult €14 Children €5 endangered South American
Parking: Free species, indigenous to Peru and
Tel: 0034 928 835500 Chile that are already proving
Web: www.guinatepark.com a big hit with visitors. Younger
Go wild at Guinate Tropical guests will also be delighted by
Park. Where 1300 exotic bird and the regular parrot shows staged
animal species and well planted throughout the day – featuring
botanical gardens are arrayed bike riding macaws, high wire
across eleven acres of land. At walking parrots and other
the foot of Lanzarote’s tallest amusing avian antics.
volcano – Monte Coroña. Guinate Tropical Park also
Guinate Tropical Park is located boasts a decent restaurant
close to Máguez in the North of and is an ideal destination for
the Island. children. It can be reached by
Visitors can view a great following the road from Haría in
variety of bird life here – such as the direction of the Mirador del
ostriches, flamingoes, toucans, Rio, where you will see the signs
parrots and macaws. As well as for Guinate and the Park.
an abundance of other wildlife, Guinate operate a bus service
including monkeys, wallabies, to the park from the main holiday
lemurs and meerkats. All set resorts every Tuesday. Bookings
amidst the delightful backdrop of can be made at most apartment
tropical gardens, waterfalls and and hotel receptions. Or direct on
lakes. 0034 638 807468.
Feeding time for the

new penguins at
Guinate Tropical Park

Excursions
Sub Safaris Yellow Submarine
Submarine Safaris name Sub Fun Tres – is one of the

Puerto Calero most sophisticated tourist crafts in
Open: Sub Fun Tres dives four the world and expressly designed
times a day, seven days per for underwater sightseeing tours.
week. At 10.00, 12.00, 14.00 The 18.5 metre long vessel
and 16.00. accommodates 48 people in
Cost : Adults €52 total comfort and is dominated
Children (2-14yrs) €30 by two giant observation windows
Telephone : 0034 928 512898 at each end – measuring 1.6
Web: www.submarinesafaris.com metres in diameter. There are
(discount for online bookings) a further twenty-two viewing
Enjoy an adventure beneath the windows throughout. Plus every
waves with Submarine Safaris on viewing window also has its own
board their $3.2 million yellow TV monitor.
submarine. The submarine dives to a
Now in their tenth anniversary maximum depth of 60 metres –
year Submarine Safaris encountering an incredible array
treat guests to an excellent of sea life on route – all helpfully
undersea voyage which is identified by the expert on-board
greatly enhanced by both the guide. The cost of the excursion
abundance of sea life and the includes transport to and from
clarity of water around Lanzarote. any of the main resorts on the
Their yellow submarine – official island.
Kayaking in Playa Quemada
Princesa Ico - coastline of Lanzarote – before

Sand Dunes & Corralejo heading across the Bocaina Strait
Departs Puerto del Carmen to the neighbouring island of
Days: Tues, Wed and Sat Fuerteventura. Where guests visit
(from 09.00 to 18.00) the incredible land of sand that is
Cost: Adults €54, Children €27 the Dunas National Park. Before
Telephone: 0034 928 514322 / 0034 indulging in some light shopping
629 154078 www.aquaticket.com and then lunch in a beachfront
Join the friendly English speaking restaurant in Corralejo. Good
crew on board the glass bottom value day trip suitable for all the
catamaran the Princesa Ico. And family. Price includes transport
explore the beautiful southern from resort and lunch with drinks.
Kayak Tours can venture forth on the latest

Lanza Canoa sit-on-top kayaks on one of the
Cost: From Adults €22 tours to Playa Quemada, Puerto
(without guide), del Carmen or Arrecife.
from €32 (with guide) Or you can plan your own route
Telephone: and have the kayaks delivered
0034 616 771 440 and picked up to suit. Available
Web: www.lanza-canoa.com with or without a guide, the
Days: Hire a kayak and discover kayaks come equipped with
the hidden coves and beaches bottled water, life jackets and
that can’t be reached by car. storage space. For adults over 18
After a brief training session, you years.
Excursions
Fun at the Music Hall Tavern
Music Hall Tavern course basket meal and a night

Puerto del Carmen of light hearted entertainment
Open: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat plus some truly dazzling costumes.
Cost: Adults €30, Children €20 The Music Hall Tavern has been
Telephone: 0034 928 514701 a firm favourite on Lanzarote for
Web: www.musichalltavern.com many years – and it´s easy to
Enjoy a top night of talent at the see why. As a combination of
ever popular Music Hall Tavern friendly service and good quality
in Puerto del Carmen. The Music entertainment results in happy
Hall Tavern is a comedy drag and satisfied customers who keep
show bar and features a colourful spreading the word and coming
cast of characters, such as Nellie back for more.
Pledge, Betty Swallocks, Bunnie The show is suitable for families
Lane, Peggy Lee and Titti Trollop. and doors open from 7pm.
Set in an intimate theatre style Transportation from other resorts
venue guests can enjoy a full can also be arranged. Just ask
three part show along with a two when booking.
Excursions
Princesa Ico –
3 Island Cruise
Days: Mon & Fri
Holiday Villas
(from 08.45 to 18.00)
Cost: Adults €44, Children €22
Telephone: 0034 928 514322 /
0034 629 154078
Web: www.aquaticket.com
They say good things come in
threes. And that´s certainly true of
this tour, on board The Princesa Ico
glass bottom catamaran. Which
takes guests on a great voyage
of discovery to the neighbouring
islands of Fuerteventura and Los
Lobos.
Swim in crystal clear waters off
the Dunas National Park. Enjoy Villa Cancilla :: www.lanzarote1.com
the unspoilt natural beauty of Los
Lobos. And keep an eye out for There are hundreds of top quality and boasts superb panoramic
dolphins on your voyage home. holiday villas and apartments views down to the sea and
available for rent on Lanzarote. across to the neighbouring island
Bottom & Combining high degrees of of Fuerteventura, thanks to its
Big Game Fishing comfort and privacy with the sort elevated position.
Days: Mon to Sat of facilities and amenities you´d Furnished to a high standard
Cost: Fishers (any age) €70, expect from a four or five star the villa features four large
Spectators €40 hotel. comfortable bedrooms, and
Telephone: 0034 928 514322 / 0034 three bathrooms. Along with a
629 154078 spacious split level lounge with
Web: www.aquaticket.com Lanzarote´s most popular resort satellite TV and DVD player which
Enjoy a day at sea bottom or big is home to some stylish residential leads onto a large terrace area
game fishing on board the 16.5 enclaves. Providing privacy and that overlooks an attractive
metre Katfish. A purpose built the ideal backdrop for luxurious kidney shaped swimming pool.
fishing vessel with ample space for villa accommodation along with The pool is electrically heated
both fishers and spectators. proximity to the beaches, bars and set in high walled mature
The Katfish is equipped with and restaurants of Puerto del tropical gardens so granting
professional rods and reels (from Carmen. plenty of peace and privacy.
manufacturers such as Penn, Other key outdoor amenities
Senator and Shimano) along with Villa Cancilla include a Hotspring jaccuzi and
sonar and radar. And is crewed www.lanzarote1.com barbecue and dining area.The
by professional, experienced This prestigious four bedroom property can sleep up to eight
fishermen. So a decent catch is villa enjoys a central location in guests and is available from £1075
virtually guaranteed. the heart of Puerto del Carmen per week. Call 0871 222 8721.
Holiday Villas
Villa Louisa
www.villaslanzarote.net
Villa Louisa is located in the
quiet residential enclave of Los Montaña Vista II
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Mojones.
Around ten minutes stroll from
the Old Town Harbour. And offers
luxurious accommodation for up
to eight people. Featuring a 24ft Lanzarote´s southern most resort
x 10.6 ft heated private swimming offers an excellent range of high
pool, large sunbathing terraces quality villa accommodation. At
and an al fresco dining area. surprisingly reasonable prices.
Whilst indoors this spacious As Playa Blanca was developed
villa boasts an ultra modern long after Puerto del Carmen or
kitchen and breakfast room and Costa Teguise – with hotels and
open plan lounge, with home luxury villas forming an integral
entertainment facilities such part of the blueprint.
as satellite TV and DVD player. As a result many of the
Along with four bedrooms and properties here enjoy enviable
three bathrooms. locations and fantastic views
Villa Louise is available from across to the neighbouring island
£650 per week. of Fuerteventura. And enjoy the
best micro-climate on Lanzarote.
Villa Mayo
www.villaplus.com Villa Montana Vista II
This Canarian style detached villa www.whitebeachholidays.com
is also located in Los Mojones This modern, impressive villa,
and offers seclusion and privacy. completed in 2005 occupies a
Along with a high level of comfort fantastic location on the slopes
and excellent facilities. Including of Montaña Roja. Giving guests
mature gardens with exotic commanding views to the village,
palms, large heated private pool across to Fuerteventura and
and plenty of outdoor space – the shimmering Atlantic Ocean
including a sheltered BBQ and below.
dining area. The accommodation
Plus pool and table tennis comprises five bedrooms – all
tables and satellite TV. tastefully decorated in a neutral
Villa Mayo has four bedrooms contemporary style – spread
and can sleep up to nine people. across two levels. And boasts
With a weeks rental starting at the sort of luxurious extras that
£989 would normally only be found in
Holiday Villas
high quality five star hotel. Such Both lounges have comfortable
as four-poster beds, elegant leather sofas,42” flat screen
furnishings, sound systems, 42” TV´s with SKY systems that work
plasma TV and stylish barbecue independently of eachother and
and swimming pool areas. As an excellent selection of books,
well as a dedicated games room games and DVDs
with table tennis, table football There are high ceilings and
and pool table. marble floors throughout giving
Villa Montaña Vista II sleeps up it a grand and cool feel and the
to ten people in comfort and is villa also features a garage with
available from £895 per week electric door, an electric entry
through Playa Blanca specialists system and alarm system.
White Beach Holidays (0871 218 Vista Atlantica is available from
0101). £850 per week with Lanzarote
Lates. Who can be contacted
Vista Atlantica on 0845 0212105 in the UK or 0034
www.lanzarotelates.com 928 518980 on Lanzarote.
Vista Atlantica is an impressive
four bedroom detached villa Villa Sonriente
located in Los Aliosos, near Faro www.premier-holidays.com
Park. Which sleeps up to eight This magnificent, architect
guests and enjoys panoramic designed villa enjoys some of
views of the sea, other islands the most breathtaking views in
and the surrounding volcanoes. the resort. And offers luxurious
This villa has two double accommodation for party sizes
bedrooms and two twin of four to ten guests from £831
bedrooms. Plus two lounges, per week.
one of which has terrace doors Villa Sonriente is set in expansive
opening out to the patio,jacuzzi grounds adorned with palm trees
hot tub and heated private pool. and sub tropical plants. Which
Holiday Villas
surround the extensive sunbathing
terrace, solar heated pool and
outdoor dining area – ideal for al
fresco lunches and barbecues.
Patio doors lead to a bright, airy,
spacious interior – which has been
Villa Sonriente
elegantly furnished to a very high www.premier-holidays.com
standard.
Boasting three bedrooms,
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and dining room area and a www.lanzaroteretreats.com
picturesque internal garden. Lanzarote Retreats specialise in
As well as huge picture windows character properties outside the
that really make the most of the main resorts.
amazing views on offer and all Such as the Eco Fishermens
mod cons such as air-conditioning Cottage – which is located right
throughout. by the ocean in the atmospheric
Contact Premier Holidays on seaside village of Arrieta.
0800 0470400 for more information The cottage is solar powered
and bookings. and has been lovingly restored to
Holiday Villas
the highest standard. Featuring
wooden floors, a traditional
Canarian balcony overlooking
the sea and an interior courtyard.
Along with all the very latest
mod-cons such as i-pod docking
stations. The Cottage is one of the
oldest buildings in the village and
is right next to the slipway where
local fishermen launch their boats.
Even a fishing rod has been
provided for those who want to
catch their own supper!

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Essentials
ARRECIFE AIRPORT BANKS
Arrecife Airport isn’t in fact in There are plenty of banks and
Arrecife at all. cash points in all of the main
The airport is known locally resorts. Banks open from 8.30am
as Guacimeta and is located until 2pm, Monday to Friday.
equidistantly between the resort All are happy to exchange your
of Puerto del Carmen and the sterling (or travellers cheques)
capital city. Both are no more for euros and generally speaking
than 10 minutes from the airport you are likely to get a better rate
by taxi (see taxis on page 106 here than in the UK. You will also
for estimated journey times and get a better exchange rate in
prices to the main resorts on the local banks than at your hotel
island). reception.
Lanzarote Essentials Lanzarote Essentials
You can check rates on the as those selling electrical CRIME often non-existent. Local drivers
display boards in each, but there goods - also offer an exchange Whilst Lanzarote is generally will also use their indicators to
is little variation between the facility. Their rates can appear regarded as a very safe holiday communicate a sudden slow
rates that different banks offer. competitive – usually because destination crime does exist down in speed.
Most will ask you to present your they display a high rate based here and break ins to holiday Once you get out of the resorts
passport in order to process the on traveller’s cheques. Make sure accommodation and vehicles and off the bigger roads
transaction. And all charge you are on the ball and don’t are not unheard of. Exercise there’s little traffic to contend
commission – so establish expect a receipt. caution, lock vehicles and with and both road systems and
how much before making a property properly and safeguard signposting are fairly logical and
transaction. BUSES valuables. easy to use.
Cheap and reasonably reliable if Note that tourist drivers must
BEACHES you are in the main resorts along CURRENCY carry their passports at all times
The main beaches operate the the south east coast of the island, Lanzarote is a Spanish island and – as there are routine road spot
standard EU flag warning system. but much less so within the island therefore part of the Eurozone. At checks across the island.
Red flags indicate dangerous interior. present the exchange rate hovers
conditions and no swimming For sightseeing, we recommend around €1.10 to the pound. DUTY FREE ALLOWANCES
under any circumstances. hiring a car. Both car hire and Making €50 worth approximately & PRICES
A yellow flag indicates that petrol are very reasonably priced £45 and €20 around £18.30. Lanzarote and the Canary Islands
conditions are suitable for strong and your holiday time here is Euro notes are available in enjoy a unique Duty Free tax
swimmers only. Green flags mean valuable. So you probably don’t denominations of 10, 20, 50, 100, status within the European Union.
that it is safe to swim for all. want to spend it hanging around 200 and 500. Centimos coinage As a result, items such as
Exercise caution out of resort – at bus stops. denominations are 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 alcohol, tobacco and perfume
especially on the wilder beaches and 50. are considerably cheaper here
on the North West coastline, CAR HIRE than in mainland Spain or the rest
such as Famara, La Santa and Tel: 0034 928 810834 DIMENSIONS AND of Europe.
along the Tinajo coastline. The Car hire starts from as little as €17 DISTANCES Generally speaking,these goods
Atlantic here has a really powerful per day, which includes unlimited Lanzarote is a small island – which cost less when purchased from
undertow, that’s great for surfers mileage and insurance. Cars can makes everything here very local shops and supermarkets
but which can catch even the be hired by anyone aged over accessible and sightseeing easy. than at the airport or on board
most experienced of swimmers 21 years and in possession of a The island covers a square area of your plane. There are often
unawares. passport and drivers licence. just 846km – making it possible to further price variations between
We recommend Autos Feber – drive from one end to the other in supermarkets based within tourist
BUREAU DE CHANGE who have 21 outlets across the little over an hour or so. resorts and those located outside.
Bureau de Change offices island, a well maintained fleet For the very best prices it is
are situated in the three main of vehicles and helpful English DRIVING advisable to head for the larger
resorts as well as in the capital speaking staff. Apart from the obvious fact that outlets of chains such as Euro Spar
Arrecife and offer rates that you need to drive on the right (main branches in Arrecife) and
are competitive with the local CROSSING ROADS side of the road there are, as you HiperDino (main branch within the
banks. You will be asked to Unlike the UK or Ireland drivers would expect, a number of other Deiland Shopping Centre, Playa
present your passport. Check here are not obliged to stop for cultural differences. Honda). It’s also important to note
commission rates before making you at pedestrian crossings. So For example, indicating is the following limits on your duty
a transaction. wait for a break in the traffic deemed optional and lane free allowances in order to avoid
A number of shops – such before stepping out. discipline at roundabouts is any customs problems.
Alcohol INSECTS POST OFFICES Puerto Del Carmen
Wine x 2litres As in most hot countries There are main Post Offices Transfer Time=10/15minutes.
Spirits 22% ABV plus x 1 litre mosquitoes and flies are present located in all three main resorts of Approx cost €12
Spirits less than 22% ABV x 2 litres and can be a nuisance. But Costa Teguise, Playa Blanca and Costa Teguise
Tobacco unless you are allergic that’s all Puerto del Carmen. Transfer Time=10/15minutes.
Cigarettes x 200 they are and can be dealt with Post boxes are also dotted Approx cost €12
Cigarillos x 100 easily by use of mosquito repellent around each resort and are Playa Blanca
Cigars x 50 and plug-ins. yellow in colour. Transfer Time = 30/minutes.
Rolling Tobacco x 250gm Cockroaches can also crop up Approx cost €30
Perfume/After Shave – but again here they come with STAMPS It is worth noting that taxi queues
Perfume x 60ml the territory. Are available from most at the airport can be lengthy.
Eau de Toilete x 250ml supermarkets and usually from Tipping is entirely discretionary
Other Goods INTERNET ACCESS the reception area of your
To a maximum value of £145 Is now available as standard in accommodation. In Spain they TELEPHONE CODES
(currently around €174) most hotels and apartments. are called Cellos – pronounced If calling a Lanzarote number
There are also Internet cafes say-o. from either the UK or Ireland you
ELECTRICITY located throughout the three will need to add the prefix 0034.
The electrical system is different main resorts. SUNBURN If phoning home from Lanzarote,
to the UK or Ireland – utilizing two Many visitors to the island the prefix for the UK is 0044 and for
pin connector plugs operating OPENING HOURS experience sunburn, as breezes Eire 00353.
at 220 volts. So you will need to In resort, most shops are open and winds can be deceptive,
buy an adaptor plug to use any from 09.00 until 20.00. Many making temperatures feel lower TIME
appliances that you bring with supermarkets are open even later than they really are. The sun can There is no time difference
you. These are readily available than this. Out of resort, in Arrecife also do damage on cloudy days. between Lanzarote and the UK
in most supermarkets on the for example, shops close from Use a high factor sun cream at or Ireland. Clock changes also
island. 14.00 to 17.00. all times and apply this at least 20 occur simultaneously.
minutes prior to exposure.
ELECTRICAL GOODS PETROL In the event of sunburn TIPPING
Buyer beware. Especially when it On average 0.95 euro (79p) for a many local supermarkets and In bars and restaurants service
comes to buying electrical goods litre of unleaded. There are petrol pharmacies stock Aloe Vera is usually included in the bill and
on Lanzarote. stations located in and round the based products which provide there are few waiters who are
There are plenty of electrical three main resorts. These become some relief. going to bat en eyelid if you
shops in each resort, offering sparser in the countryside – so it is choose not to leave a tip.
tempting looking deals on sensible to fill up before heading TAXIS However, it is the cultural norm
items such as digital cameras. out for the day. Taxis are metered. They can be to reward good service with a
And whilst not all of them are flagged down in the street as in gratuity of 10% or more.
untrustworthy there are probably PHARMACIES the UK when the green light on
more complaints made by tourists Pharmacies are located in all of the roof of the vehicle is lit. Or WATER
about these retailers than any the main resorts – as indicated by you can take a taxi from the Wash in it, bathe in it, brush your
other issue. a large green illuminated cross. designated ranks in each resort. teeth in it ….but don’t drink it. It’s
Should you experience There is a duty pharmacy At the airport, the taxi rank is not dirty or contaminated in any
problems ask for and submit a open seven days a week. In an located directly outside the arrival way, it’s just been desalinated
customer complaint form. emergency call 900 707777. hall at Terminal 1. and is not designed for
consumption.
Bottled water is much cheaper
than the UK – especially if you buy USEFUL TELEPHONE POLICE STATIONS
the large 5 litre bottles – priced NUMBERS Arrecife: 0034 928 811317
from around €1.00 and available in CHURCHES Haría: 0034 928 835252
all supermarkets in all resorts. For services across the Island Yaiza: 0034 928 830107
contact Fr. Idris Vaughan: San Bartolomé: 0034 928 520712
WEATHER 0034 928 514241 Teguise: 0034 928 845252
When’s the best time of year to www.lanzarotechurch.com Tías: 0034 928 834101
visit? What’s the weather like in Tinajo: 0034 928 840729
any given month? How hot does CODE PREFIX
it get? The international dialling code for TRANSPORT
Whilst the world’s weather is Lanzarote is 0034. Arrecife Airport: 0034 928 846000
obviously changing Lanzarote is still Central Bus Station:
a year round, sunshine destination CONSULATES 0034 928 811743
with very low annual rainfall. UK: 0034 928 262508 Armas Ferries (to Fuerteventura):
The temperature rarely falls below Honary Consul for Ireland 0034 902 456 500
a minimum of 68-70 F degrees, Eileen Izquierdo Lawlor: Fred Olsen Ferries (to
even in the depths of winter – and 0034 928 815262 Fuerteventura): 0034 902 100 107
is usually much hotter than that, so Arrecife (ferries to other islands
you can normally expect to enjoy CONSUMER PROTECTION and mainland): 0034 928 824930
a beach holiday here at any time Office of Fair Trading: Lineas Romero (ferries to
of year. 0034 928 803367 Graciosa): 0034 928 842 055
During the winter months
especially visitors are likely to CREDIT CARD SERVICES TAXIS
experience better weather in AMEX: 0034 902 375637 Arrecife: 0034 928 812710
the more southerly resorts, such Eurocard: 0034 915 196000 Costa Teguise: 0034 928 524223
as Puerto del Carmen and Playa Visa/Mastercard: 0034 902 192100 Playa Blanca: 0034 928 830163
Blanca. Puerto del Carmen:
But, just like any other part of EMERGENCY SERVICES 0034 928 524220
the world these days weather Police, Fire, Ambulance: 112 Teguise: 0034 928 845533
conditions are not as predictable
as they once were. And even an HEALTH AND HOSPITALS TOURIST OFFICES
island such as Lanzarote can have Arrecife General Hospital: Arrecife: 0034 928 801517
cloudy, drab, grey days. 0034 928 595000 Tías: 0034 928 513351
Most locals and long-term Red Cross: Puerto del Carmen:
residents would agree that 0034 928 812222 0034 928 515337
September and October are British Dentist: Playa Blanca:
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Agenda Two times Lanzarote Ironman winner AIN ALAR JUHANSON

Lanzarote offers a wealth of things to do and boasts a number of

Timanfaya Volcano Park

César Manrique of art:

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Puerto del Carmen offers a great

Bowling La Bocaina Nightlife selections in Playa Blanca

Isla Bonita Nightlife in Costa Teguise is

Stylish Marina Resort side of the Atlantic. Providing Submarine Safaris

Whale Museum Entrance

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Towns & Places the village. Which is well worth

semi-precious mineral Olivine Femés is very tucked away, as

Towns & Places

breathtaking backdrop to both just for a cup of coffee and a stroll

Las Nieves Haría burning of many of Haría’s trees

Jameos del Agua cathedral like. Blind albino crabs

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Museo Del Campesino island’s farmers this is really more

Emigration Museum Fascinating museum with great

Agricultural Museum This excellent museum is housed

Museum of International as Millares and Lasso. As well as

Days Out Guinate Tropical Park

Feeding time for the

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Sub Safaris Yellow Submarine

Submarine Safaris name Sub Fun Tres – is one of the

Princesa Ico - coastline of Lanzarote – before

Kayak Tours can venture forth on the latest

Fun at the Music Hall Tavern

Music Hall Tavern course basket meal and a night

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