Canada, latest recruits to Lanzarote

When you have an island as special as Lanzarote, it’s only fair to share it with the world. That’s why Canadians will now have the chance to enjoy the sun, beaches and rugged landscapes of Lanzarote.

As of winter 2009, Toronto will be linked to Arrecife by regular flights, via Madrid or Barcelona, although there are already plans for direct flights. Total Vacations are the tour operators running the flights, and the deal struck with the Lanzarote government, includes promotional materials in Toronto and features for in flight publications.

A trial link was set up in 2007, attracting 2,384 visitors between January and April, but this time with a big push behind the connections, the numbers are expected to really take off.

Broken Embraces lures UK to Lanzarote

After sneak previews in Lanzarote, the new Pedro Almoldovar film, Broken Embraces has opened in the UK to warm reviews, and although Penelope Cruz looks stunning as always, the scenery of Lanzarote has almost stolen the glory.

Filmed last year in key locations around the island, the cast and crew became enchanted by the natural beauty of Lanzarote, the director Pedro Almoldovar has been happily singing its praises ever since, but now cinema audiences can make up their own minds.

Location filming was spread around the island but places like the natural volcanic bowl at El Golfo couldn’t help but impress with their rugged charms. When you come and visit Lanzarote, allow some time to get out and about to see the coast, the mountain walks and the Timanfaya National Park, where the turbulent volcanic past is brought to life. A good base is essential, Costa Teguise is well placed for all excursions and Sands Beach Hotel Resort can offer trips and travel advice to ensure you see the main sights.

Ryanair adds new Lanzarote flights

 

Leading cheap flight airline Ryanair has given a big thumbs up to Lanzarote by adding 15 new routes to the island in their new winter schedule. There has long been a big market for Ryanair in Lanzarote, but now it will be even easier for visitors to get over to their favourite family holiday hot spot.

Scotland will benefit strongly from the new routes, Prestwick Airport is a modern and busy airport that is well placed for Scottish fans of the sun and beaches that make Lanzarote such a popular destination. AENA the Spanish airport authority has made the new routes viable by scrapping airport charges, Ryanair have recently cut back on services from Stanstead and Dublin due to what they say are crippling taxes.

The new Lanzarote routes will link to Barcelona (Girona), Birmingham, Bournemouth,bristol, Brussels, Dublin, Dusseldorf, East Midlands,Frankfurt, Glasgow, Liverpool,London - Stanstead, London - Luton, Madrid and Shannon. Now there is no excuse to miss out on a great family holiday in Lanzarote.Sands Beach Resort Hotel in Costa Teguise is always pleased to welcome new friends to its family friendly beachfront hotel.

Spanish Prime Minister chooses Lanzarote holiday

Lanzarote is one of the most relaxing places you could hope to visit, Jose Luis Rodriquez Zapatero has a high pressure job as Prime Minister of  Spain, but each summer he can’t wait to take his holidays in Costa Teguise. The boss arrives this weekend to stay for 2 weeks at the Mareta Palace, but will be doing a bit of networking, meeting various local councillors, as well as taking in some of the sights around the island.

Costa Teguise is always a popular base for holiday makers, it’s centrally located, friendly, and loves families, the hotels are top class, if you want a beachfront setting, Sands Beach Resort Hotel can offer that and much more. The 6 plazas with their pools, the sea water lagoon, and great sports facilities would impress the most cynical of politicians.

PM Zapatero will be taking a trip to Jameos del Aqua at the start of his break, the home of deceased Lanzarote artist and influential guardian, Cesar Manrique, is a focal point for the art and history of Lanzarote. Politicians, royalty and celebrities all flock to Lanzarote but everyone gets the same warm and friendly welcome, along with fantastic weather.

Easyjet link Liverpool to Lanzarote

From November it will be even easier for sunshine seekers in the north of England to discover the delights of Lanzarote. Easyjet are launching a new regular service from Liverpools John Lennon Airport (JLA) to Arrecife, the capital of Lanzarote. The flights will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, in addition to the companies existing route from London Luton.

That’s good news for families looking for a beachfront holiday, Sands Beach Resort Hotel in Costa Teguise is just a 20 minute drive from the airport, and staff are looking forward to adding new friends to their hotel. Due to its popularity with British holiday makers, Lanzarote is used to pulling out all the stops to ensure that the Brits keep returning year after year.

Easyjet are excited about the new flights, Carly Brear, their UK commercial manager said “I have every faith that this route will be extremely popular with our loyal North West customer base.” The new arrivals will find Lanzarote very welcoming, and Sands Beach Resort Hotel has plenty to offer from 6 plaza pools to restaurants and bars and a sea water lagoon.

Lanzarote a royal winner with Monarch

Summer at a beachfront family hotel in Lanzarote, what could be better? The British weather has already teased with a few days of sun, followed by heavy rain, time to pack the bags and head to a friendly welcome at Sands Beach Resort Hotel in the charming setting of Costa Teguise.

The early signs are that Lanzarote will prove to be one of the top destinations for this summer. Monarch Airlines have reported a 40 % increase in seats sold for May, compared to last year. The low fare carrier is a good indicator of general trends in the holiday market, and they have seen people eager to fly with them from Luton, Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham.

Sands Beach Resort Hotel can’t wait to welcome families, friends and new visitors to our beautiful island of wide safe beaches, volcanic landscapes, and mouth watering cuisine. The 6 plaza pools and the sea water lagoon have never looked better, and they have a great programme of sport and entertainment to please all. See you soon.

 

Celebrate Canarian Day in Costa Teguise

Experience the history, culture and party spirit of Lanzarote on Saturday 30 May , Dia de Canarias, the national holiday of the Canary Islands. Costa Teguise has a great mix of ancient and modern, and there will be plenty of events going on all day, with traditional food, costumes, and of course, music, to the fore.

One of the big gathering points will be Playa del Jabillo, to the west of the village, where the annual fun swim takes place from 9am. It’s a 1,200 km sea swim for all ages, with t shirts and paella for all entrants. Even though you are too late to enter, there will be plenty of activities going on around the beach, and it’s a good way to kick off a very special and colourful day in the Canarian calendar.

Barcelona coach heads to Lanzarote

Lanzarote always attracts the best in all walks of life, so it’s no surprise that Pep Gardiola, coach of newly crowned La Liga champions Barcelona, is among a group of top European football coaches at the 4th annual Football Training Clinic in June.

Gardiola was a surprise choice to take over the Barcelona hot seat at the start of the season, just 38 and a product of the clubs youth system, he was widely respected for his coaching at lower levels of the club, but could he cope at the highest level? Guardiola has impressed even his sternest doubters by leading Barcelona to the Spanish League title and now faces manchester United in the Champions league final.

The Lanzarote football clinic runs from June 5 to 7 in Yaiza and also features Unai Emery, Jose Luis Mendilibar, and Francisco Seirullo. Cutting edge tactics will be discussed and kicked around but the top coaches will no doubt take some time out to enjoy the wonderful scenery and climate of Lanzarote. Sands Beach Resort Hotel in Costa Teguise is also a big draw for sport and fitness fans, with 6 pools, and a beachfront setting, it has an amazing range of sport on offer.

Lanzarote wines are winners

Not only is the Lanzarote landscape perfect for a sunny family holiday, it also makes for great wine making. That has been recognised again in the 2009 Agrocanarias Wine Awards. Top prize went to Moscatel Dulce de Licor from the Stratvs bodega in La Geria, a short excursion inland from Costa Teguise, and the Sands Beach Resort Hotel.

The awards were made in Santa Cruz, Tenerife by the Canary Islands government councillor for agriculture and fish, Pilar Merino and the winning choice beat off 103 other wines. There was also a special award for the best image, that went to Mozaga 75, from the Montaña Clara bodega, also in Lanzarote.

The Stratvs bodega is a dream come to fruition for owner Juan Francisco Rosa, and technical director, Alberto Gonzalez Plascencia. The 19 million euro, state of the art centre, took 12 years to develop, but boasts the most modern equipment, combined with traditional wine making skills and the flavours of Lanzarote’s volcanic soil.

Sands Beach Resort Hotel is proud to serve local wines among its selection at La Hacienda restaurant, Mai Tai pool bar, and the Soleil Bar. If you want to add to your drinking pleasure, ask at reception about excursions into the wine producing regions, where you can see the production process, and best of all, sample the wine.

A Lanzarote holiday? Yes minister.

In these volatile days, it’s a hard job being national defence minister, Carme Chacon, holds the post in the Spanish government, but when she wants to relax and get away with her family, she looks to the idyllic island of Lanzarote.

Last year it was an August week of her summer break, but this year she chose Semana Santa (Easter week) to visit Playa Blanca on the southern tip, with her husband, Miguel Barroso and son Miguel. It was just like a normal family break, they flew into Arrecife airport from Madrid on a scheduled flight, the only noticeable difference being a small team of security officers.

Lanzarote is all things to all people, there are enough attractions to suit all tastes from the wild adventure lovers to the quiet beach and pool brigade. Sands Beach Resort Hotel in Costa Teguise offers a V.I.P welcome to everyone, families love the beachfront setting and the 6 palm lined plazas with their swimming pools.

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