Lanzarote Visitor numbers continued to increase in April 2011, some say perhaps down to the continued unrest in the Middle East.
According to ASOLAN Lanzarote welcomed 159,693 foreign visitors during April - some 58,249 more than the same period in 2010. An increase of 57%.
To follow the trend reported occupancy shows an increase of 15.47% from the same period in 2010.
ASOLAN figures also report a 15% increase in occupancy in Lanzarote hotels, apartments and apart-hotels. The rise in occupancy has been steady throughout 2011 with the first quarter reports showing an increase of 13.79%
The dramatic increase in visitor numbers can be partly thanked by the fact that Easter fell in April this year.
Source : http://www.asolan.com
Tuesday, 17 May 2011
Wednesday, 4 May 2011
Lanzarote - An Island of Natural Treasures
Most people recognise Lanzarote as a year round holiday destination thanks to its ever spring climate. The temperature very rarely drops below 16 degrees at any point during the year and can hit the late 30's in the summer. It goes without saying that the weather is a huge pull for both summer and winter holidays in Lanzarote.
What people might not realise is that the island of Lanzarote is home to some wonder, natural attractions that stem back thousands of years. It's easy to see how many of the attractions on Lanzarote are definitely influenced by the volcanic activity that took place in the 1700 and 1800's. Add to that a talented artist by the name of Cesar Manrique and you have the perfect blend to create some inspiring visitor attractions.
Lets's start with the Timanfaya National Park - after all this is where the main focus on volcanic activity lies. Between 1730 and 1736, the area to the east of the island was completed devasted by volcanic activity. Whilst no deaths were recorded villages were destroyed and the area was left baron and sparse. In 1968 the area was declared a national park, now known as Parque Nacional de Timanfaya (The Timanfaya National Park). Manrique stamped his mark on the national park by designing the 'El Diablo' restaurant which sits overlooking the magnificent views out over the park and the Atlantic Ocean. The restaurant is also home to a natural volcanic grill where you can watch the food cooked by the natural heat that lies just a few feet under the ground.
To the north of the island sits Mirador del Rio. This lookup, again one of Manriques creations, sits built into the cliff face overlooking the small island of La Graciosa. There is a small bar / cafe on site along with a gift shop. It's not expensive to get in (around €4.70) and the views really are spectacular.
On the East of the Island are two attractions that have been built around a lava tunnel that stretches as long as 6km with a further 1.6km that goes out to sea. Most of the tunnels have been closed off for research and only around 2km are open to the public.
Close by you will be Jameos del Agua, which is built around a collapsed part of the lava tunnel. This attraction is also home to a species of Blind Albino Crab that is found nowhere else in the world.
The natural attractions on Lanzarote are wonders in themselves, and just by visiting them you can get a sense of what live on the island was like thousands of years ago. If you are going to Lanzarote on your holiday I would highly recommend either taking an excursion to these attractions or hiring a car, even if just for a couple of days.
What people might not realise is that the island of Lanzarote is home to some wonder, natural attractions that stem back thousands of years. It's easy to see how many of the attractions on Lanzarote are definitely influenced by the volcanic activity that took place in the 1700 and 1800's. Add to that a talented artist by the name of Cesar Manrique and you have the perfect blend to create some inspiring visitor attractions.
Lets's start with the Timanfaya National Park - after all this is where the main focus on volcanic activity lies. Between 1730 and 1736, the area to the east of the island was completed devasted by volcanic activity. Whilst no deaths were recorded villages were destroyed and the area was left baron and sparse. In 1968 the area was declared a national park, now known as Parque Nacional de Timanfaya (The Timanfaya National Park). Manrique stamped his mark on the national park by designing the 'El Diablo' restaurant which sits overlooking the magnificent views out over the park and the Atlantic Ocean. The restaurant is also home to a natural volcanic grill where you can watch the food cooked by the natural heat that lies just a few feet under the ground.
To the north of the island sits Mirador del Rio. This lookup, again one of Manriques creations, sits built into the cliff face overlooking the small island of La Graciosa. There is a small bar / cafe on site along with a gift shop. It's not expensive to get in (around €4.70) and the views really are spectacular.
On the East of the Island are two attractions that have been built around a lava tunnel that stretches as long as 6km with a further 1.6km that goes out to sea. Most of the tunnels have been closed off for research and only around 2km are open to the public.
Close by you will be Jameos del Agua, which is built around a collapsed part of the lava tunnel. This attraction is also home to a species of Blind Albino Crab that is found nowhere else in the world.
The natural attractions on Lanzarote are wonders in themselves, and just by visiting them you can get a sense of what live on the island was like thousands of years ago. If you are going to Lanzarote on your holiday I would highly recommend either taking an excursion to these attractions or hiring a car, even if just for a couple of days.
Tuesday, 3 May 2011
An overview of Lanzarote and what it offers holiday makers
Lanzarote sits in the Atlantic Ocean, just off the west coast of Africa. It attracts millions of visitors every year, thanks to its all year round warm climate and a yearly average of 21 degrees celsius.
The landscape on Lanzarote is rocky, barren and - well - volcanic. You won't find many trees or greenery (although we do think that due to a slight climate change the island is slowly becoming a little greener) and there are no high rise buildings on the island apart from the Grand Hotel in Arrecife.
One thing that you will find no shortage of on Lanzarote is Restaurants. There is a vast selection to choose from, all offering different cuisines from typical Canarian food to indian!
There are three main tourist resorts on Lanzarote, not including Arrecife which is the capital of the island. The three main resorts are Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise. Each resort is very different in what it offers. Puerto Del Carmen is the largest and most lively resort, which offers nightclubs and bars that open until the early hours. Playa Blanca is a smaller resort built around a fishing port and Costa Teguise is a more modern purpose built resort on the East Coast.
The nightlife on Lanzarote is typically more relaxed than its sister islands within the canaries, which is why it tends to appeal to an older and family orientated audience, however Puerto Del Carmen does break this mold a little bit and tends to be where the younger holiday makers spend their time on the island.
If you are looking for something a little more extreme then Lanzarote won't let you down. From trekking up Volcanoes to diving to the depths of the ocean (both in a submarine and in a wet suite) there really is something for everyone. There are a number of sports that you can take part in on the island, from your usual football and tennis, to cycling and kite surfing.
For the more cultured amongst us there are a number of natural attractions on Lanzarote, the largest being the Timanfaya National Park. This part is situated on the west of the island and is made up of a number of Volcanoes. Within the Timanfaya Park is the El Diablo restaurant where the food is cooked on a natural volcanic grill. There are also regular demonstrations of active guisers. Other natural attractions include the Green Caves and Jameos del Agua, which are based around volcanic lava tunnels.
Many of the attractions on Lanzarote were created by the late Caesar Manrique, an artist who lived on the island. As well as the attractions mentioned above there is also Mirador del Rio and you can also take a trip to Manriques house, built from a Lava Bubble, where you can also sample some of his famous paintings.
The landscape on Lanzarote is rocky, barren and - well - volcanic. You won't find many trees or greenery (although we do think that due to a slight climate change the island is slowly becoming a little greener) and there are no high rise buildings on the island apart from the Grand Hotel in Arrecife.
One thing that you will find no shortage of on Lanzarote is Restaurants. There is a vast selection to choose from, all offering different cuisines from typical Canarian food to indian!
There are three main tourist resorts on Lanzarote, not including Arrecife which is the capital of the island. The three main resorts are Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise. Each resort is very different in what it offers. Puerto Del Carmen is the largest and most lively resort, which offers nightclubs and bars that open until the early hours. Playa Blanca is a smaller resort built around a fishing port and Costa Teguise is a more modern purpose built resort on the East Coast.
The nightlife on Lanzarote is typically more relaxed than its sister islands within the canaries, which is why it tends to appeal to an older and family orientated audience, however Puerto Del Carmen does break this mold a little bit and tends to be where the younger holiday makers spend their time on the island.
If you are looking for something a little more extreme then Lanzarote won't let you down. From trekking up Volcanoes to diving to the depths of the ocean (both in a submarine and in a wet suite) there really is something for everyone. There are a number of sports that you can take part in on the island, from your usual football and tennis, to cycling and kite surfing.
For the more cultured amongst us there are a number of natural attractions on Lanzarote, the largest being the Timanfaya National Park. This part is situated on the west of the island and is made up of a number of Volcanoes. Within the Timanfaya Park is the El Diablo restaurant where the food is cooked on a natural volcanic grill. There are also regular demonstrations of active guisers. Other natural attractions include the Green Caves and Jameos del Agua, which are based around volcanic lava tunnels.
Many of the attractions on Lanzarote were created by the late Caesar Manrique, an artist who lived on the island. As well as the attractions mentioned above there is also Mirador del Rio and you can also take a trip to Manriques house, built from a Lava Bubble, where you can also sample some of his famous paintings.
Monday, 2 May 2011
Lanzarote - Family Holidays in the Sun
Lanzarote is the fourth largest of the Canary Islands and sits just 79 kilometres off the coast of Africa and the edge of the Sahara desert. It is because of its location that it enjoys year round warmth and sunshine and is a favourite holiday destination for europeans all your round.
Lanzarote is a location of choice for many families.
Not only does the weather attract families, looking for a warm, relaxing vacation but also the relative safeness of the island and resorts. There is also plenty to do on Lanzarote, for all ages. There are many sports complexes for kids that are competitive by nature and the hotels and aparthotels all cater for children of all ages with their selection of activities, from swimming pools to tennis courts. Many hotels also have their own ‘kids club’ where the children can spend their days taking part in supervised activities with other kids.
Outside of the hotels, there are many safe and sandy beaches on Lanzarote, and despite rumours they are not all black sand. In fact some of the golden coastline of Lanzarote has some of the clearest waters you may have seen for a while and it is really easy to spot schools of fish swimming around, especially nearer rocky areas.
For the children of a more academic nature, there is plenty to find out about the history of the island - for example take a visit to the famous Timanfaya National Park or visit some of the natural attractions created by the late Caesar Manrique.
For families that like a more extreme holiday you can take a trip up to the North of the Island to Famara. Famara is famous for its kite surfing and wind surfing. Sometimes, under the large cliffs at Famara, the weather may be a little darker and wetter up on the coast, but that doesn’t stop people donning a wet suite and taking to the waters!
If you want to slow the pace of your holiday down a little, then why not sample some of the many bars and restaurants on the island. The majority are family friendly and welcome children and if you opt for a restaurant on the sea front you can enjoy the views and sounds of the ocean whilst you eat.
Lanzarote really has something for everyone - from adults, to teenagers to younger children and makes for the ideal location for a family holiday.
Lanzarote is a location of choice for many families.
Not only does the weather attract families, looking for a warm, relaxing vacation but also the relative safeness of the island and resorts. There is also plenty to do on Lanzarote, for all ages. There are many sports complexes for kids that are competitive by nature and the hotels and aparthotels all cater for children of all ages with their selection of activities, from swimming pools to tennis courts. Many hotels also have their own ‘kids club’ where the children can spend their days taking part in supervised activities with other kids.
Outside of the hotels, there are many safe and sandy beaches on Lanzarote, and despite rumours they are not all black sand. In fact some of the golden coastline of Lanzarote has some of the clearest waters you may have seen for a while and it is really easy to spot schools of fish swimming around, especially nearer rocky areas.
For the children of a more academic nature, there is plenty to find out about the history of the island - for example take a visit to the famous Timanfaya National Park or visit some of the natural attractions created by the late Caesar Manrique.
For families that like a more extreme holiday you can take a trip up to the North of the Island to Famara. Famara is famous for its kite surfing and wind surfing. Sometimes, under the large cliffs at Famara, the weather may be a little darker and wetter up on the coast, but that doesn’t stop people donning a wet suite and taking to the waters!
If you want to slow the pace of your holiday down a little, then why not sample some of the many bars and restaurants on the island. The majority are family friendly and welcome children and if you opt for a restaurant on the sea front you can enjoy the views and sounds of the ocean whilst you eat.
Lanzarote really has something for everyone - from adults, to teenagers to younger children and makes for the ideal location for a family holiday.
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