Currency Exchange

It’s always advisable to have some euros with you before arriving just in case you needed anything immediately on arrival. Exchanging currency in the UK can be done at many outlets, one recommendation is to use Thomas Cook’s service. You can pre-order your euros on your mobile so that whenRead More

Buses and Taxis in Playa Blanca

Getting around Playa Blanca without a car Buses The number 30 bus is the local bus that circulates around Playa Blanca all day. The cost is 1.40 euros regardless of your destination and the length of your journey. For timetables and more information visit the arrecifebus.com website and for up-to-dateRead More

Car Hire for Your Stay

It is usually good value hiring a car on the island and if you are planning a couple of days out touring, it can often be cheaper than booking bus tours of the island. Hiring a car is a great value way of exploring the islands and seeing the partsRead More

Keep it Local – Things to do in Playa Blanca

Here are a few tips and ideas of things to do during your stay in Playa Blanca. Climb the Montaña Roja The famous Red Mountain (Montaña Roja) is a great way to spend a couple of hours exploring. You don’t have to be a professional or experienced, just have decentRead More

Christmas and New Year are very popular times to visit Lanzarote and the festive period is a fabulous time of year on the island. Here is how the Spanish celebrate the festive period; 24th December: Christmas eve, “Noche buena”, is the time for a large family gathering with a big meal.Read More

Flying to Lanzarote

Access to Lanzarote has grown massively over recent years with more budget airlines choosing to fly to the island from various locations. For comparing flight prices we recommend Skyscanner. Please be aware there may be seasonal variations in some airlines’ schedules. We aim to update this pages as regularly asRead More