Lanzarote is a favourite holiday destination for many European holiday makers and can be found in the Atlantic Ocean only a relatively short distance from the coast of Africa. And this group of islands were once considered by historians to actually be the long lost city of Atlantis.  Today however Lanzarote and the Canaries enjoy the crown of the second most visited region in Spain even though it is not on the European mainland .

Although all part of the same island group however differences between the islands are very noticeable, and both the cultural aspects and the character of each of the islands is quite independent of the others.  With the eastern islands of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura governed from Las Palmas on Gran Canaria.  Whereas El Hierro, La Gomera and La Palma have their administrative capital on Tenerife.

Intrepid Victorian travellers were visiting Lanzarote as early as the 19th century .  Unfortunately access to this Canarian gem was severely restricted due to the political climate of later years and it didn’t really see the benefits of its tourism again until the 1970’s when restrictions were relaxed to allow the much needed investment that comes with tourism.

Today however is a totally different story and Lanzarote happily welcomes the millions of annual holidaymakers that arrive from all over the world and give the local economy a massive boost, what’s even more surprising is the number of Spanish visitor to the island too.  Many of whom seek to swap the oven like heat of the peninsula for the cooler and more temperate climes of the Canaries during August.

Holiday trends have changed in recent years and with an upsurge in internet usage coupled with excellent transportation links to the Island, independent travellers are on the increase.  This has led to an upsurge in demand for holiday apartments and villas in Lanzarote. With self catering accommodation in the main resorts representing a high percentage of the amount of tourist beds now available here.

The most luxurious private rental villas in Puerto del Carmen can be found in areas such as Risco Prieto.  Which enjoys a prominent position above the old town, overlooking the picturesque harbour area which is currently being transformed into a luxurious marina.

Whilst anyone searching for villas in Playa Blanca should concentrate their search on the Montana Roja and Rubicon Marina areas.  As there is an excellent choice of well maintained and high quality accommodation here.

Rural holidays in Lanzarote have also started to grow in popularity over the last few years.  Visitors that are a little more adventurous and tour the island often comment just how much of its natural beauty has been maintained despite the amount of tourism.  This ultimately prompts many to return time and time again to experience the true Lanzarote in countryside fincas and rural accommodation.