When you arrive in Caleta de Fuste, you will notice that it does not have a significant old town. This is because it is a purpose built holiday resort. It has been created around the original cove, because this offered a safe, sheltered environment for beach activities. Caleta is Spanish for cove and a fuste is a type of fishing boat. The large beach at Caleta de Fuste is man made and has been created from pale golden sand, that was brought in especially for the purpose. Over time the sand has compacted, but unlike some other locations where the man made beach has been removed by nature, the beach at Caleta de Fuste remains intact, and there are plans to upgrade the services at the main beach. Further beaches have been created between the newly opened Sheraton Hotel and the Atlantico commercial centre. They were made by creating lagoons where there was once solid rock, and then importing sand for the beach. These beaches have almost settled in, and there is a slightly muddy feel to the bottom of the lagoons they had when they were created has almost disappeared. They look good and are conveniently placed for a quick sunbathe when you are shopping. Cheap flights and holidays to Caleta De Fuste are available all year round.

Region - Fuerteventura, Canary Islands.
Country - Spain.
Capital City - Madrid.
Language - Spanish, English widely spoken.
Religion - Roman Catholic.
Visas - Valid UK passport.
Currency - Euro, about €1.45 = £1.
Credit Cards - Widely Accepted in Caleta De Fuste.
Time Difference - GMT.
Flight Time UK - About 4 hours.
Caleta De Fuste Airport - FUE (Fuerteventura).
Distance from Caleta De Fuste Airport - Approximately 5 miles.
Taxi Fare from Caleta De Fuste Airport - About €12 (£8).

Driving in Spain - In Caleta De Fuste they drive on the right. EU compliant three-part pink document or international driving licence required.
Electricity in Spain - In Caleta De Fuste it is 220v, adapter required.
Spain International Dialing Code - 0034.
Caleta De Fuste Public Phones - Whilst on holiday in Caleta De Fuste International booths accept coins and phonecards, as well as credit cards .
Caleta De Fuste Mobile Phones - All major networks in Caleta De Fuste .

Spain Emergency Numbers - Caleta De Fuste emergency number 112 (police, fire and ambulance).
Caleta De Fuste Health Risks - None.
Caleta De Fuste Safety & Security - None.

Shop Opening Times in Caleta De Fuste - Caleta De Fuste Banks open at 09.00-14.00 Mon-Fri, 09.00-13.00 Sat (except summer). Caleta De Fuste Shops open 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. Department stores and commercial centres in Caleta De Fuste 10.00-21.00. Office hours in Caleta De Fuste are 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. .

Public Holidays in Caleta De Fuste - Caleta De Fuste public holidays for 2007 are Jan 1, 6, March 25, May 1, Aug 15, Oct 12, Nov 1, Dec 6, 8, 25.

Caleta De Fuste Accommodation - Accommodation in Fuerteventura is registered and inspected by regional authorities. Caleta De Fuste Hotels are classified from one to five-star. Hostels/pensions are classified one to three-star. Other accommodation in Caleta De Fuste includes apartment-hotels, hotel-residencies and villas. .

Eating Out in Caleta De Fuste - The overall standard of food in Caleta de Fuste is middling, with most restaurants serving Spanish-international dishes. There are also several fast food outlets. Good local food can be found if you look carefully, however the best fish restaurant in the resort is Frasquita (Playa Caleta de Fuste) looking onto the beach, on the quieter, opposite side of the bay from the port. .

Food in Spain - In Fuerteventura seafood forms a major part of the cuisine of the Canary Islands along with number of local dishes. These include 'Gofio amasdo' (a bread substitute) and 'Papas Arrugadas' (wrinkled potatoes). In the main Caleta de Fuste has many restaurants that serve 'International' dishes, fast food is generally available along with 'British Pubs'!.

Tipping in Caleta De Fuste - In Caleta De Fuste service and tax are usually included in hotel bills, but tip chambermaids, porters and waiters. Restaurants in Caleta De Fuste often include service, so a gratuity is discretionary, normally 10%-15%. Taxi drivers expect 10%-15%.

Caleta De Fuste Standard of Living - In Caleta De Fuste a Bottle of beer (330ml) - €1 (70p), mineral water (1L) - €0.90 (62p) and three course meal with drinks - €12 (£8.25).

Local Festivals in Caleta De Fuste - On January 6th in Ferteventura is the Dia de los Reyes, Three Holy Kings Day, The Three Holy Kings are celebrated all over the island, and the rest of Spain and the Canary Islands. In Fuerteventura the eve of Epiphany is marked by a street parade, during which the Three Wise Men distribute Christmas gifts to the children of the towns. In February and March is Carnival time! This is the Canary Islands most popular festival that time of year, with the longest tradition and is celebrated all over all the islands in the Archipelago of the Canaries. Apart from the inhabitants of the island, thousands of tourists are attracted by the fun and colours of the carnival celebrations too. Much of the spectacle of the carnival revolves around the Carnival Queen, who is elected in a grand gala that is held on a night that is considered one of the high points of the carnival. The funfairs are great for the kids but they do not normally get going until about 7pm. After the parade which tends to end at the open air party that has bands and musical tributes, the fun fair is here also and all the bars and restaurants in Ferteventura normally have a stall down there too! This party doesn't normally get going until midnight and keeps going generally until the very early hours. This take's place, as above, over Febuary and March; here are the approx dates for the towns and villages in Fuerteventura that Carnival will happen, some take place over one day others - weeks! Puerto Del Rosario - 13th till 28th Betancuria and Antigua - 18th till 23rd Tuineje - March 3rd till 13th Costa Calma - March 4th Pajara - March 5th La Lajita - March 6th Morro Jable and Corralejo - March 10th till 25th In March or April usually happens Holy Week, throughout the Semana Santa you will be able to watch the solemn pre-Easter processions where where sacred icons and religious statues are carried through the streets of many villages and towns throughout the island. There are many more fiestas that happen during the year throughout Fuerteventura, If you are lucky enough to be on holiday when one is taking place then I would highly recommend going along to watch and participate! .

Caleta De Fuste Climate - Caleta De Fuste has fantastic holiday weather all of the year round with only 8?C temperature difference between summer and winter. There is very little rain in Caleta De Fuste during the summer and not a great deal during the winter.

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