The Beaches of Lanzarote
At the eastern end of the chain of the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean is Lanzarote. The island is unlike the rest of the islands, as the other Canary Islands have primarily black sand beaches, most of the ninety or so beaches on Lanzarote are of white or gold sand. There are many aspects of the island that draw tourists each year, and the landscape and the indigenous plants are one of those reasons, of which there are more than five hundred species.
One of the best times to visit the island is when the plants and the trees are in bloom, during the months of February and March. This is when the 5 star Lanzarote hotels and resorts tend to book up quickly, so it is best to plan ahead when traveling during the more temperate months. The beaches fill up also during the holidays and the summer seasons as well. Many of the main beaches are just too packed during these times, and some of the most incredible beaches are the ones that are more secluded, they are the most beautiful and the ones that are most left to their natural states, so there are no amenities nor facilities.
Two of the favorite beaches of the locals, and one knows better than locals, are Famara Beach and Papagayo Beach, well known to be the most beautiful and stunning on all of the island. Famara is a long stretch of uninterrupted stretch of white sand, while Papagayo Beach is a series of coves and water ponds perfect for discovering the marine life caught up for a bit when the tide is high. The weather is different as well, Papagayo generally being warmer as it is on the South end of the island. The winter months are cold in Famara and while the beach in winter is still beautiful it is not suitable for any kind of bathing suit wearing.
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