Lanzarote Villa Holidays 2010

The Canary Islands are one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe.  Thanks to their great year round climate and fantastic beaches.  And at just four hours flying time they are also the closest winter sun destination to the mainland.

Lanzarote is the fourth largest of the seven islands and is located closer to the coast of West Africa than the rest.  With a dry and arid climate and very little in the way of rainfall. 

Tourism on the island is concentrated in the three main holiday resorts of Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise.  Although rural tourism is also growing in popularity too – as more and more visitors return seeking to connect with the ‘real Lanzarote’.

The growth of the internet has led to a substantial increase in both the demand and supply of privately owned holiday accommodation on the island.  With Lanzarote villas available for rent in all areas – including the countryside.

Where are the most popular locations for villa holidays on Lanzarote?  During the winter months Playa Blanca in the south really comes into its own.  Thanks to its pronounced microclimate and excellent beaches.  Such as Papagayo and Playa Dorada.

There’s a larger concentration of villas in Playa Blanca for rent than anywhere else on Lanzarote.  And this is the fastest growing town on the island too.  With two bedroom properties with pools available from as little as £350 per week. And more expensive rentals with more bedrooms and facilities available as well.

Puerto del Carmen is also a very popular destination for a villa break.  As this is the largest and liveliest resort on the island – boasting excellent beaches, great  nightlife and a huge choice of restaurants.  Most of the best villas in Puerto del Carmen can be found in areas such as Risco Prieto – which is situated just above the Old Town harbour.  With great views down to the sea and across to the island of Fuerteventura.

There are a lot of attractions on the island to tempt visitors away from their villas.  As Lanzarote is home to some unique volcanic scenery – as well as an abundance of pretty towns and villages.

The most historic of these is the former capital of Teguise, which is located in the heart of the island.  This was the first Spanish settlement estblished in the Canaries.  And there are still buildings here that date back as far as the 1450´s.

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