Lanzarote in the Canary Islands boasts a number of very high quality holiday resorts. But Playa Blanca leads the way when it comes to great weather – thanks to the fact that it is located right at the southern tip of the island. Whilst also offering visitors a fantastic selection of breathtaking beaches to explore. Making this the fastest growing resort on Lanzarote.
Tourist development only started in earnest in Playa Blanca during the 1990s and until then this really was little more than just a sleepy little fishing village. From where visitors could hop on board ferries that cross the Bocaina Straits to the neighbouring island of Fuerteventura. All that has changed now however – as the combination of great weather and beaches soon caught the eye of hotel and property developers. Resulting in a rash of new building work during the 1990´s.
Visitors arriving by plane and viewing the resort from the air will note that Playa Blanca basically comprises three bays set within one much larger cove. And tourist visitors today can now enjoy a relaxing stroll from one end of the resort to the other. Thanks to the fact that a delightful promenade now runs the entire length of Playa Blanca from the Faro de Pechuguera lighthouse to the outer reaches of the beaches at Papagayo.
Villas in Playa Blanca have become increasingly popular every year with tourists and independent travellers seeking good value rental accommodation on the island. Especially during the winter months when the weather here is better than on the rest of the island. Many of the winter visitors tend to stay for longer periods or even the entire winter as well as short breaks.
Playa Blanca Holiday Villas also often offer better value for money than in other resorts on the island – thanks to the fact that there is such a large supply here for tourists to chose from. And all come with private pools and plenty of added extras such as Jacuzzis and internet connections.
For guests who are able to tear themselves way from the pool the resort is home to some spectacular stretches of sand. Such as Playa Dorada, Playa Flamingo and the small town beach of Playa Blanca – from which this destination takes its name. And the breathtaking coves and bays of Papagayo – regarded as one of the best beaches in the Canaries – are just a fifteen minute stroll away. There´s a great selection of restaurants for visitors and Playa Blanca is also ideally located for anyone keen to visit Lanzarote´s number one tourist attraction of the Timanfaya Volcano Park. As this is just a fifteen minute drive.
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