Flanked by ebony-coloured mountains and facing the expansive Mediterranean Sea is Playa Blanca, literally meaning ‘white beach’ in Spanish. This cool and fun-loving beach resort town is the newest entrant in the long list of beach towns in the Canary Islands. Located on the southernmost tip of Lanzarote, Playa Blanca holidays have a lot to offer.
Playa Blanca is blessed with stunning pale-yellow beaches, beautiful sea-facing promenades and quaint fishing towns dotting its long coastline. Good for both family holidays as well as romantic escapades, Playa Blanca has a number of attractions for nature lovers, history buffs and adventure seekers too. The resort is surrounded by beautiful, rugged volcanic mountains (which have become dormant in recent years), leaving behind a landscape filled with caves, lagoons and rock formations. You'll find plenty of things to do during your Playa Blanca holidays, soak up the spectacular views as you sit down for a fresh seafood platter or a tall glass of wine at one of the several cocktail bars and lounges of the town. When you are not laying your towel down at the beaches, you can take a day-trip to Cueva de Los Verdes, a cavernous volcanic formation, or El Golfo, a half-submerged cone of a severely eroded volcano. With pristine beaches and a balmy year-round climate, Playa Blanca holidays are your perfect chance to let your hair down and get close to nature.
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To soak up more sunshine and see the beautiful coast, hop aboard on of the many boat trips leaving from Playa Blanca daily. Water lovers can take the opportunity to snorkel and dive too. Some companies offer lessons on how to sail the boat, so try your hand at being a captain for the day!
Marina Rubicon
Marina Rubicon is a gorgeous place to hang out both in the sunshine and under the stars. There is a local market every Wednesday and Saturday here which sell a huge variety of locally sourced goods. If you can’t make market day, then pop down to enjoy the designer shops and delicious restaurants instead!
Majestic Montana Roja
Overlooking Playa Blanca is Montana Roja, a huge dormant volcano which is highly popular with walkers. It’s worth the effort that it takes to reach the top as the views of the surrounding area are stunning! Get your hiking boots on as this walk around the crater is exciting for both adults and children alike.
Playa Blanca's Beaches
There are several beaches in the area that are protected coves, making them ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Potter along to The Papagayo Coves, an unspoilt stretch which is part of a national park or enjoy watersports on the busier beaches.
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Something for everyone from summer playgrounds of golden sands to peaceful relaxation in the pine-fringed calas of the east coast.
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