Where will winter sun seekers find the best selection of holiday villas in Lanzarote ? There´s a number of options for travellers to select from – but the number one choice is the resort of Playa Blanca. Located at the southern toe of the island – a position which creates the best microclimate on Lanzarote.
Along with the other six Canary Islands Lanzarote is the closest genuine winter sun destination to the UK. Basking in sunshine and warm weather even during December and January. And despite the economic gloom and doom and the parlous state of the pound these Spanish possessions expect to welcome millions of visitors from both the UK and across Europe this winter.
As well as great weather the Canaries have the added advantage of being able to offer all of the Spanish customs and cuisine already familiar to most British holidaymakers. And boast some fantastic beaches too.
On Lanzarote the number one stretch of sand is located just outside Playa Blanca. Called Playas de Papagayo this comprises five separate but interlinked sandy bays. All with excellent views across to the neighbouring island of Fuerteventura, which is around a half hours ferry journey from Lanzarote.
Playa Blanca first really started to grow as a modern tourist destination in the 1990´s – shedding its former identity as a small fishing village to become the second most popular resort on the island in little under 10 years.
One of Playa Blanca’s principal attractions is the fact that tourists can book good quality, modern accommodation here. Some of the best villas on the island can be found in locations such as the Rubicon Marina. Whilst four star hotels line the shoreline.
Budget holiday makers should head instead for Puerto del Carmen – which is the largest and oldest resort on the island. Located just a short fifteen minute transfer from Arrecife airport.
Here they can find a selection of Lanzarote holiday apartments at amazingly low prices. With a weeks stay in a standard studio starting from as little as £160 – which is the price per room and not per person. Factor in cheap flights with the likes of easyJet or Ryanair and it´s possible to build you own winter break in the sun for as little as £150 per person.
Car hire on the island is also very good value – with a small two door vehicle available for as little as €13 per day. Making it possible to get out and explore the islands many attractions cheaply too.