Lanzarote known as the island of 100 volcanoes travel tips and stories. Vacations ideas, cruises spa and resorts

Yesterday when i was searching for a particular volcano images at Google Earth i stumbled upon an island called Lanzarote, which one of the Canary Islands (Spanish islands). I have wondered for a moment why the results are taking me to this island and after reading some info i was amazed. I found out that Lanzarote is also known as the island of 100 volcanoes. Its volcanic origin has created a landscape with more than 300 volcanoes indeed.
Lanzarote has cool landscape, of course in Canarian style, including palm trees and other exotic plants. In general, the island possesses a vegetation composed of species that are adapted to living in hard conditions due to the lack of rain, poor terrain and wind. The landscape of the island is not only influenced by natural factors or by the geological evolution of the island, but also by the influence of man; that is, the way of cultivating of La Geria - all of which is designed to cope with a sub-desert climate. However, even though it is such a dry island with few features, it possesses an endemic range of plants as beautiful and rare as on any of the islands.

There are lots of lava fields on the island, which give great importance of botanical environment. Of special note are the lava fields in the National Park of Timanfaya, declared a national park in 1974. The whole island is a great volcanic structure built by successive eruptions on an instable base. In the past whole populations disappeared and were replaced by others.

The weather conditions are almost always favourable for doing a bit of exploring. Note the word ‘almost’. As with any place in the world, the weather is not something which can be guaranteed. For a while, in August and September, it can get very hot, whilst during the winter it can be cool and cloudy with spells of heavy rain (but, rest assured, this is the exception rather than the rule). The average weather that one can expect is ideal - around 17 degrees C during the winter months and 25 degrees C in August with sunshine on most days throughout the year.

How To Get Around The Island

By Hire Car
This is the way that the majority of tourists get around the island. Hire cars are easily available and cheaper than in the UK. The roads are good. One thing to remember, however, is to keep your passport, driving licence and hire agreement with you (as the law requires). Before you set out, do ensure that you know the telephone number of the car hire company (it’s unlikely that you will break down, but, if you do, just call the company and they will sort out the problem).

By Bus
Good bus services are becoming more available all over the island. There is a frequent service between the main towns of Arrecife, Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise. Playa Blanca is on the southern coast of Lanzarote and the bus service is less frequent, but still good. Currently, there are three or four regular services per day connecting the town with the rest of the island and more are to be provided soon.

By Taxi
Taxis, as in the UK, are strictly controlled and regulated. The standard of the cars provided is high and they are widely available. Prices are regulated and very reasonable. Most people hire their own cars or get around by bus, but tours around the island can be arranged by taxi. There are taxi ranks in all the main towns (or, you can ask the receptionist of your hotel or holiday complex to call one for you).

By Walking
One cannot cover as much ground, of course, but the rewards are just as great - possibly greater. The views of the countryside and the islands across the sea are exhilarating. Guidebooks are available in the local bookshops.

By Cycling
Cycles are now easily obtainable in Playa Blanca. The local council is developing cycle routes to encourage this healthy way of getting around the island.

By Ferry
You may feel like venturing further afield - to another island. This is no problem. Ferries leave the Playa Blanca harbour at frequent intervals for the neighbouring island of Fuerteventura. The trip takes about 40 minutes.

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