The current economic doom and gloom means that some holiday makers will be staying at home this year. Rather than enjoying a sunshine break abroad. And whilst no destination is immune many, such as Lanzarote in the Canary Islands, will still be attracting a sizeable amount of arrivals. Despite the weak pound and economic climate.
This is great news for the tourists visiting the island as there are some great deals to be had on Lanzarote holiday villas and holiday apartments in Lanzarote.
Last year Lanzarote welcomed just over 1.5 million tourists. But this figure is sure to fall during 2009. As arrivals have already dropped by around 20%, during the first quarter of this year, according to AENA, the Spanish airport authority. But for many in the UK and Eire a domestic break can be just as expensive, if not more so. And still offers no real guarantee of sunshine.
Self catering holidays on islands such as Lanzarote can in fact work out to be very affordable. The cost of a weeks stay in many Lanzarote apartments for example starts at around €170 per week. And this is the price per room, rather than per person. Those looking for a really good accommodation deal should search for apartments in Puerto del Carmen. As Lanzarote´s biggest resort offers the largest range of choice, boasting hundreds of complexes.
Accommodation is available in both the New and Old Towns – both popular holiday locations in their own right. Offering good facilities, such as swimming pools and maid service at highly competitive prices. Puerto del Carmen has also enjoyed a recent revamp, with a new marina nearing completion in the Old Town Harbour area. Whilst the main beachfront strip, the Avenida de las Playas has been partly pedestrians. Making it a for more pleasant place to stroll.
For those who prefer more space and a private pool there are lots of good quality Lanzarote villas available for rent in all locations right across the island.Expect to pay from €400 upwards for a standard two bedroom villa with swimming pool. With many owners offering deals on their villas in Playa Blanca for early bookings. As competition for business intensifies in the islands southernmost resort due to an over supply of property there.
Playa Blanca is an atmospheric and well appointed destination. Boasting a delightful seafront promenade that stretches from one end of the resort to the other. Along with some of the best beaches on the island and a fantastic microclimate. Which tends to make this the most reliable choice for those in search of sun. Visitors can even hop on a ferry and visit the neighbouring island of Fuerteventura, just 6km away across the Bocaina Straits.
Visitors to Spain and the Canary Islands will get a warm welcome and have a fantastic holiday regardless of their choice of destination.
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