As worlds in miniature, islands have always been a very popular destination for holidaymakers. But obviously, some islands have more to explore and discover than others. And some are far easier to get too as well

Lanzarote, the most easterly of the Canary Islands, is one such destination, with plenty to entertain most types of visitor, from families to sports enthusiasts. It also has a considerable range of cultural attractions that appeal to the more cosmopolitan visitor.

Making your way to the island in today’s market is comparatively easy, plus the journey time to the islands continue to be an excellent plus factor seeing that flights are a bearable four hours. Flight costs have stood up well and it is nice to see that the cost of flights to Lanzarote airport is still nice and affordable at the same time despite air carrier price hikes to a variety of other destinations. In all probability this is down to the overwhelmingly high level of competition on the route between the main rivals servicing this area.

Additionally, accommodation on the island covers a huge range that can suit every budget, thanks to its well established credentials as a holiday destination. hotels in Lanzarote for example vary from good value to five star luxury, with everything in-between. And villas and apartments of all shapes and sizes are well spread across the island too.

There are close to 90 beaches on Lanzarote and many consist of golden grains, as opposed to the black sand that is widespread on some other Canary Islands such as Tenerife. There’s also fantastic beaches at the heart of each of Lanzarote’s 3 main tourist resorts. The best of the island won’t come to you though and you’ll most likely need to arrange car hire to get to the best ones and to explore the most dramatic spots yourself – such as Famara on the North West coast.

Dining out in Lanzarote is going to be a delightful adventure as the foods of Lanzarote bring simultaneously the old-school recipes of Spain, with exotic African spices. Conventional rustic cuisine can be enjoyed in the inland towns and villages, whilst on the other hand you can find fantastic seafood bistros are commonplace in most of the resorts and towns along the coast. Why not try as well the local goats cheese in conjunction with a jug of Lanzarotean Sangria, it’s said to be a lot stronger than the Spanish variation.

The incredible combo of hospitable resorts, gold colored beaches and breathtaking natural countryside make Lanzarote a breathtaking and unforgettable vacation location.