Couples seeking a getaway filled with passionate romance should check out the isle of Lanzarote. Also known as ‘Fire Island’ or the island of ‘Red Mountains’, Lanzarote sits off the coast of Africa in the Canary Islands archipelago and has been receiving visitors for over 3,000 years. The island welcomes 5.5 million visitors to its sunny shores each year. It’s not just the diverse flora and fauna or the intriguing volcanic countryside that attracts people to this captivating isle; a romantic ambiance permeates both the landscape and culture. The beautiful beaches and cosy, intimate restaurants lure lovers from all over the world, who come to get lost in the island’s infectious beauty and enjoy the comfort and luxury of the many Lanzarote hotels.
Warm and sunny with Atlantic trade winds that keep the climate moderate, the island is the perfect destination for those wanting a beach holiday. With temperatures remaining in the twenties (°C) for much of the year there is always some warmth and sunshine to be found. Those looking to soak up the sun in some privacy will not find it difficult to find the perfect secluded spot on the beach.
The northern region of the island is covered with lush palm valleys, while in the south a volcanic wonderland awaits. Fortunately, the local authorities have imposed strict regulations on planning and building to help protect the island from over development and preserve its unspoilt regions. There is still plenty of infrastructure to support the booming tourist trade, though. Great quality hotels are located all over the island, giving couples loads of choice when it come to renting a room for their romantic getaway.
Playa Blanca
Playa Blanca is a southern resort town where couples, as well as groups, can go and enjoy high quality, yet cheap Lanzarote hotels or private villas that offer all the luxuries of a romantic island holiday. A diverse mix of hotels and resorts can be found located very near the world famous beaches, and local restaurants serve up delicious Spanish food in romantic settings.
Puerto del Carmen
Puerto del Carmen has been a honeymooner’s hot spot for plenty of years. Perched above the old harbour, romantics find the secret Lanzarote hotels and resorts hidden behind garden walls and surrounded by palm trees and tropical flowers. Hibiscus trees add a splash of colour in Puerto del Carmen and for romantic adventurers the rural town of Teguise, which is the island’s old capital, offers additional attractive and affordable holiday hideaways.
