Holidays abroad are now less of a luxury item than an essential part of most people’s lives. For those who live in the United Kingdom, this is usually a direct result of the poor weather that often prevails during the summer. Without a decent summer, it can be too daunting to face the long winter without a glimpse of the sun.
But thanks to the rise of cheap flights and a much greater choice of destinations, most people can find a reasonably priced foreign holiday without too much trouble. And with destinations such as Lanzarote able to compete with longer haul hotspots, travellers don’t even have to leave Europe.
Lanzarote’s credentials are already well founded, as the island has been attracting holidaymakers for some forty years. The incredible climate, beautiful landscapes and unusual history all contribute to its popularity.
The island has numerous interesting attractions that form the backbone of its tourist offering, many of which were designed by internationally acclaimed artist César Manrique. Arranging Lanzarote car hire is usually the best way to get out and see the island.
Exploring the rural interior makes many visitors realise that the island is in reality very unspoilt, with only small parts of its coastline dedicated to the three tourist resorts. And these resorts themselves are also fairly restrained, with no high rise buildings to be found in any of them.
The tourist infrastructure of the island is already very well developed, with only a few obvious gaps. For instance, the airport does not have a regular bus service, but holidaymakers are well served by Lanzarote airport transfers instead, which can easily be booked on-line in advance.
Elsewhere, the facilities are comparable to other good quality destinations, with the vast majority of villas in Lanzarote equipped with internet access, swimming pools, modern conveniences and comfortable accommodation. And the additional bonus of cheaper rental prices than many European hotspots.
The island has been hampered in the past by unhelpful soubriquets which have tarnished its image. But thankfully, the perception of Lanzarote is changing as its appeal to a wider spectrum of travellers gains momentum.
Part of this shifting perception is due to the impression visitors take home with them of the island. And over recent years, with the increase in internet usage, people are able to find out for themselves what each destination has to offer, rather than having to choose from a holiday package.