Best Price Guarantee - We constantly check our prices are the best, in the unlikely event you find one cheaper call us!!   08444 823006

Lanzarote has a large number of great beaches. The beaches vary in different parts of the Lanzarote from beautiful white to dark volcanic sands.

The great holiday weather and competitive cheap flights and cheap package holidays make Lanzorote, the ideal, year round holiday destination. The airport receives flights from all over Europe.

You can laze on the beach or venture inland and discover the spectacular volcanic scenery.

For those looking for more activity there are always water sports or fishing.

Region - Lanzarote, 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 Lanzarote.
Time Difference - GMT.
Flight Time UK - About 4 hours.
Lanzarote Airport - ACE (Arrecife).
Distance from Lanzarote Airport - 3 miles from Arrecife.
Taxi Fare from Lanzarote Airport - About €25 (£17.50) to Playa Blanca or €10 (£7) to Puerto el Carmen or Costa Teguise.

Driving in Spain - In Lanzarote they drive on the right. EU compliant three-part pink document or international driving licence required.
Electricity in Spain - In Lanzarote it is 220v, adapter required.
Spain International Dialing Code - 00 34.
Lanzarote Public Phones - Lanzarote International booths accept coins and phonecards, as well as credit cards .
Lanzarote Mobile Phones - All major networks are in Lanzarote.

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

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

Public Holidays in Lanzarote - Lanzarote Public Holidays for 2007 are - Jan 1, 6, March 25, May 1, Aug 15, Oct 12, Nov 1, Dec 6, 8, 25.

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

Food in Spain - In Lanzarote 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 major Lanzarote tourist resorts many restaurants serve 'International' dishes, fast food is generally available along with 'British Pubs'!.

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

Lanzarote Standard of Living - In Lanzarote a Bottle of beer (330ml) - £1, mineral water (1L) - £0.90 and three course meal with drinks - £12.

What to do in Lanzarote - Guided by the Island’s prodigal son (Cesar Manrique) Lanzarote has managed to develop some truly stunning cultural centres, museums and art galleries. Many people are surprised when they discover that Lanzarote has quite a wide range of museums, giving a glimpse of the island’s fraught past Lanzarote has some simply stunning natural attractions. Shaped by millions of years of volcanic activity, the island is home to some of the most incredible, other-worldly scenery to be found anywhere. Our article on the island’s natural wonders should help you discover more. .

Where to Visit in Lanzarote - Timanfaya National park is a must-see for any visitor to Lanzarote. 50 km² of Volcanic Landscape and Craters, as well as the 'El Diablo' Restaurant where traditional Canarian food is cooked in a natural volcanic oven. La Cueva de los Verdes forms part of a spectacular and complex system of caves formed by underground Lava flows. Jameos del Agua is a cave complex that includes a natural Concert Hall with wonderful acoustics, subterranean lagoon, a restaurant and a museum. El Golfo is a volcanic crater filled by sea water. The deep green colour is caused by algae in the water. Los Hervideros is a series of caves and blow holes located in a Lava Flow .

Local Festivals in Lanzarote - Costa Teguise Festivals 5th January Every year on the fifth of January there is a parade with 3 Camel Riders giving sweets and gifts to Children. Carnival (Dates Change) The Carnival will take place this year 2007. The exact dates of Parades etc will depend on the location (different Towns/Villages have their processions on different days). 24th May Fiesta in Montana Blanca 7th June Ascention Day 13th June Fiesta in Guime 24th June Fiesta in Haria 29th June Fiesta in Maguez 7th July Fiesta in Femes 16th July Fiesta in Teguise, Puerto del Carmen, Tias, Famara and Yaiza. 25th July Fiesta in Tahiche. 24th August Fiesta in San Bartolome 25th August Fiesta in Arrecife 30th August Fiesta in Haria 8th September Fiesta in Yaiza 9th September Fiesta in Tiagua 14th September Fiesta in Guatiza 15th September Fiesta in Mancha Blanca 30th November Fiesta in Tao 4th December Fiesta in Maguez 24th December Fiesta in Teguise.

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

Lanzarote Position - Lat: 28 56N, Long: 013 36W, Elevation 14m.

Tourist Information on Lanzarote
For further tourist information on Lanzarote go to http://www.discoverlanzarote.com

Disclaimer
Whilst every effort has been made to give accurate and up-to-date information, no liability is accepted for any injury, loss or damage in respect of any information supplied.

To apply for a passport go to the Passport Service, for the latest Government advice and information on visas go to The Foreign Office

All resort information © ABTA and SW Technologies Ltd 2004-2008. All rights reserved.

Holidays Hotel Only City Breaks

Country Star Rating [Any Rating]12345 Island/Region Board Basis [Any Board] Room Only Bed & Breakfast Self Catering Half Board Full Board All Inclusive Resort/City Rooms 1 2 3 Flying From Room 1 1 2 3 4 5 Adults Date 12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031 JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec 201220132014 +/- 0123 days   0 1 2 3 4 5 Children (2-13) Nights 1 night 2 nights 3 nights 4 nights 5 nights 6 nights 7 nights 8 nights 9 nights 10 nights 11 nights 12 nights 13 nights 14 nights 15 nights 16 nights 17 nights 18 nights 19 nights 20 nights 21 nights 22 nights 23 nights 24 nights 25 nights 26 nights 27 nights 28 nights 29 nights 30 nights 31 nights 32 nights 33 nights 34 nights 35 nights 36 nights 37 nights 38 nights 39 nights Room 2 1 2 3 4 5 Adults 0 1 2 3 4 5 Children (2-13) Room 3 1 2 3 4 5 Adults 0 1 2 3 4 5 Children (2-13) Child Ages on Return Date Room 1 Child 1 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 2 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 3 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 4 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 5 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Room 2 Child 1 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 2 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 3 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 4 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 5 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Room 3 Child 1 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 2 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 3 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 4 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Child 5 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Fully bonded bargain holidays with NO hidden extras