Over the past few years Playa Blanca, originally a small fishing village has been transformed into one of the island's finest tourist areas. Playa Blanca, at the southern-most tip of Lanzarote, is almost always basked in warm sunshine and with the sea a constant calm, clear blue, Playa Blanca is a holidaymaker's paradise. There are superb views of the mountains and the islands of Lobos and Fuerteventura across the water.
If it's lazy days in the sun you are looking for, this is the ideal place.
Playa Blanca's beaches are small but delightful and benefit from excellent nearby amenities such as the shops, bars, and restaurants. Luxurious hotels and villas offer first-class, modern accommodation. Quieter than the other resorts, Playa Blanca is fantastic for families who want to spend the day around the pool or at the beach and their nights enjoying fine food at one of the many international restaurants. The villa is equipped with TV, DVD, wifi etc but if you fancy a night out, most large hotels offer in-house entertainment for non-resident families, so there is no shortage of fun.
From the harbour at Playa Blanca, ferries cross several times a day to Fuerteventura. It is possible to go to the island as a foot passenger or with a car and the 20 minute crossing is good fun in itself as you can sit in the open air terrace and enjoy ocean views.
One of the most beautiful beaches on the island (and some people say in all of Spain) is in close proximity to Playa Blanca. Papagayo beach is a must-see place for anyone staying in Playa Blanca, consisting of several small coves and accessible by car via a dirt track after paying the admittance fee of just €3 per car.
Faro Park
Faro Park is a residential area rather than a holiday resort and many of the residents are our friends so we ask that you please give the other inhabitants due consideration. A pleasant 30 minute stroll, cutting down towards the sea, will take you to the Old Harbour Area and a further ten minutes into the pedestrianised centre of Playa Blanca with many shops, restaurants, bars and supermarkets. A bus (1.40 euro) is 5 minutes away or a taxi will be about 7 euros into / back from town.
Climate
Lanzarote enjoys a year-round near perfect climate, not getting too hot in the summer or too cool in winter. You should be aware of the power of the sun's rays, which can be masked by the breeze that is often present on the island. Please make sure you use adequate sun protection to get the best enjoyment from your holiday - don't forget your sun tan lotions!!
Water
Water is the island's most precious commodity. Please use it sparingly. The tap water in Lanzarote does not carry any germs but all water is reclaimed from the sea by the very expensive process of desalination.
Supermarkets and Shops
The Canary Islands are a shopping paradise because there is no customs barrier. Shopping therefore is a pleasure as never before. Not even the tax-free shops at the airport can compete with prices in the Canaries. Liqueurs, tobacco, cameras, tape recorders, transistor radios, watches - everything is cheaper than their countries of origin. From Nigerian crocodile skin to real Chinese silk, the most curious, rarest objects can be found.
There are several perfumeries in Playa Blanca, Puerto Del Carmen, and Arrecife, all offering excellent bargains - these shops are much cheaper than the airport duty free shops.
There is a huge market in Teguise every Sunday morning where you will find many interesting craft items for sale and some very good quality lace work. You will also find plenty of fake Rolex and Gucci watches at bargain prices! A market runs in Playa Blanca (far side near the Volcan Hotel) every Saturday
