Swapping Snow and Santa for Sun, Sea and Sand

OK, so it's not everyones cup of tea, but more and more of us are ditching the cold UK for warmer climates at Christmas, and Lanzarote is proving to be a very popular destination.

Lanzarote, one of the Canary Islands and just 70 miles off the coast of the Sahara, enjoys a year round warm climate and is a popular year round holiday destination. The weather in Lanzarote around Christmas averages at around 21.5 degrees and with 6 hours of sunshine it's perfect to sit out in the sun whilst enjoying a Christmas drink (Canaries Honey Rum is our favorite!)

Spain doesn't celebrate Christmas until the 6th January so it might seem strange that 25th December comes across as 'business as usual'. This does mean that there are plenty of places for you to enjoy a nice meal whilst looking out over the sea - however whilst many restaurants put on a Christmas Menu don't expect a traditional turkey meal with all the trimmings!

Generally we have found that holiday deals during the festive period can be a little more expensive than usual, probably due to demand, but what you can guarantee is a fantastically, warm festive celebration.

How to create the perfect Lanzarote Holiday

Since the arrival of Autumn here in the UK, you'd be forgiven for dreaming of getting away from the drop in temperate and the early nights that set in. Autumn and Winter can be full of doom and gloom, but Lanzarote offers an escape and an opportunity to soak up some summer sun.

But on top of this, you don't want your winter break to be just an escape to the sun. You want it to be a pleasurable, relaxing experience with no unnecessary hassles or hiccups. Naturally, you want the Perfect Lanzarote holiday.

So what defines a perfect holiday in Lanzarote? The answer to this depends largely on taste, and what you are looking for. However, for a small island Lanzarote offers so much it's very easy to cater for (almost) everyone.

The integral part of any holiday is the accommodation. Although if the weather is good you probably wont be spending much time there. Lanzarote Accommodation is generally of a high standard, especially if you visit Playa Blanca in the south of the island. There are a number of 4 and 5 star hotel resorts in Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise which are ideal for the family or older couples who simply want to relax.

Want to do more? For adrenaline junkies Famara is the perfect place on earth. The open Atlantic provides winds and waves that are superb for wind surfing, kite surfing and all sorts of types of sports that send your blood to your head! Not one for the water? Check out the Lanzarote Buggy Safaris where you can take a tour of the island via quad bike - or even better why not take a trip on Camel back in the Timanfaya National Park!

For me, one of the most important part of any holiday is the food and drink. I like to be able to find a nice restaurant, with a good menu and a good beer (preferably San Miguel!). For me it's about relaxing, having somewhere nice to stay and enjoying a fantastic evening meal with my better half.

If you are ever in doubt about where to stay or what to do when you visit Lanzarote you can always talk to your travel agent, or head on over to www.destination-lanzarote.com where you can find a wealth of information. There is plenty to do for families, both older and younger couples and those seeking out more adventure.