Sunset in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote
Lanzarote It is one of the lucky islands that, no matter how small, there is no corner that fails to surprise. Its silence and its appearance, sometimes desert (it is not trivial to compare it with Mars), makes it special.
The green is in its stones with olivine and its "forests" of gorse. The black color of the volcano, the red of the lava, the blue of the sea and its skies, and the yellow of the sand of its beaches, intermingle to offer a unique setting. It is not because we say so ... ** the great César Manrique already said it ** who dedicated himself to making the island his canvas.
Mars, are you there?
ACCOMMODATION
The House Tomaren in the town of islet, municipality of San Bartolomé, is an accommodation immersed in peace. It is a quiet area, with few inhabitants and that is practically in the heart of the island. Its central location allows you to move both south and north. Away from the hustle and bustle and in full contact with the nature of this paradise, it is a totally recommended place to take you an experience of rest and total disconnection.
This time further south, in Yaiza, ** Casa Hilario ** is an old estate in a privileged environment that offers you the most exclusive accommodation. A road right next to the house will introduce you to the Timanfaya National Park , and in addition, you can visit the geria which is only 9 minutes away by car.
Hilary House
GASTRONOMY
The **Arena restaurant**, by the well-known chef Luis León, is a must. If you want top quality food in an idyllic setting, this is your place. It is located in Puerto del Carmen, the tourist center of the island due to its great maritime avenue and beaches.
For a quiet meal by the sea, you should go to the restaurant ** Salmarina ** in burned beach . This black volcanic sand beach will allow you to appreciate a precious part of the east coast of the island. The sea will be at your feet in an ideal restaurant to see a beautiful sunset.
Thomas House , in the village of the coves , is one of those restaurants that go unnoticed due to its location and because, seeing its entrance, you would never think that you could enter and find the best of the sea on your plate. Go to Casa Tomas. Really.
It is said, it is commented, that if you don't go to eat at El Amanecer (in the north of the island, in Arrieta ), you have not eaten in Lanzarote. Another essential in your getaway. Try their dishes and you will understand why.
The last recommendation, it has to be beachy or it won't be: La casita de La Playa is a classic bar that almost looks like a beach bar, next to the beach of the sentry box . If you like bodyboarding and even surfing, it is a perfect place for it. A classic among the people of Lanzarote that guarantee sure success in a meal.
Salmarina restaurant terrace, Playa Quemada
ROUTES TO GET LOST
In Lanzarote it is very easy to get lost in its magnificent landscapes. The best dates to enjoy this tranquility is winter . The water is icy and perhaps the weather is a little colder, but the walks along its almost desert beaches will not leave you indifferent.
The cove of Famara It is ideal to spend a day at the beach with endless walks. Its impressive cliff will offer you wonderful views of the "river" between Lanzarote and La Graciosa. Also, with luck, if the day is not cloudy, you will be able to photograph the reflection of the sun on the wet sand. Famara cliff on the beach. If you have not dared with surfing before, you will find the best courses to get started in this area.
Reflection of the Risco de Famara in the sand
The town of the Saint , perhaps it will not be the most beautiful you will see in your life, but the tendency of its rough sea and the silence of the town will allow you to take a walk along its small avenue next to the sea, where you will only hear the coming and going of the waves.
Parrot, one of the best beaches on the island and in the world, it will have nothing to do with it if you visit it outside of summer dates. As a recommendation, Conger Beach It is one of the coves on this coast where with luck you will not find anyone.
Conger Beach, Papagayo
In Tabayesco , one of the highest towns on the island, you can experience one of the most curvy and mountainous routes. Taking advantage of the fact that you are in the north, it is worth approaching the town of "Ye". Yes, you read that right, “Ye”.
The last desert destination is perfect for a stop and a coffee: the pier of Orzola , where it is true that time does not usually accompany much, but the seafaring tradition of the town and the practically empty space that exists, will allow you to escape from the world for a while.
Views from the town of Tabayesco
The locality of the Town of Teguise It is undoubtedly the most (or almost) beautiful in Lanzarote. It was formerly the capital of the island because it was located in the center, which made it possible to defend itself from pirate attacks in the Castle of Santa Bárbara, at the top of the mountain, which can now be visited.
But in the Plaza de la Constitución you will also find another interesting place, El Timple, inside the Palacio Spínola. The silence of the museum will only be interrupted by the noise (quiet) of the town and its people, so you can walk through its cobbled streets in a peaceful environment.
The town of Teguise