When we first went to find the famous secret beach (a bit of an oxymoron that) of Playa de…read morePapagayo, we were confronted with a dusty dirt track type road. We paused and saw another car coming from another direction, we we waited to see which way they were going. They steamed ahead on this dirt road, so we followed them. And sure enough it was the way the Playa de Papagayo. At the entrance you pay the man 3 EUR to allow you to continue by car. And you should, it's a fair trek to the beaches from here. We've noticed that if it's after 5pm, the man is usually gone home for the day. Continuing on three are four beaches you can go to. We went to Playa Mujeres both times, where we had great snorkelling experiences. The best action was on the right hand side of the beach as you look out to sea. We saw a big Octopus eating a fish!! And there is an awesome cave around the corner. At this end you'll find the regular beach goers. If you go to the other end you'll find the nudist friendly area. I understand most beaches are nudist friendly in Lanzatote, but the naturists are conscious enough to designate themselves areas or keep to the lesser frequented parts. Despite the bumpy roads, Papagayo is highly recommended. There's parking, nice sand and great snorkelling.

Large golden sandy beach at the southern tip of Lanzarote. It's part of a nature reserve so you…read morewill need to pay a few Euro to access it, plus the road there is unmetalled and spine crushing. On top is the fact that it is pretty popular with naked bathers, so don't be shocked when you get there! Take a sun umbrella, plenty of suncream, a boogie board, a packed lunch and a broad mind and you should have a great day!

(See photo below) Nice long beach to the east of Puerto del…read moreCarmen. It is never overcrowded. If you walk a few meters from the entrance to the beach, there is always enough free space and you are undisturbed. The sand is very fine and a mixture of black and white sand. If you go into the water it takes a while until it is really deep. So it's ideal for children.

A marina that is now pretty popular and well known but it has taken a few years to get that way…read more Not the biggest, or the prettiest but it's functional easy to reach and has plenty of places to eat, drink and shop when you get there.

An incredible location with terrain and landscape I've never seen before! Beautifully done! So…read moremany species of cacti and beautifully laid out! A diamond in the volcanic rough!

Amazing cactus collection from all over the world Easy…read moreaccess / parking Unexpensi ticket

Really great hotel! Loved the pool area, the food, the service, the 24hour open gym, the beach and…read morethe easily accessable airport. Only thing is, that the hotel was VERY dark in the morning aroound the hotel-including the gym, which was also dark when I had my morning workout at 5.30 am. There should be lights 24/7. The pool bar (which is used for lunch in the off season) did not have too many vegetarian options for a whole week, and the bread could be more healthy-only white bread here. But all together me and my boyfriend really enjoyed the stay and would def. come back!

Barren land piled high with sand blown over from the Sahara covers the majority of the Island, but…read morepatches offer the tourists experiences and views that rival the Caribbean; crystal clear azure seas, soft white sand, palm trees and a light breeze. Relaxation, fun, and adrenaline pumping activities are all available to visitors of this unusual holiday spot. I have visited twice in recent years. The first time I stayed at the Hotel Riu Palace Tres Islas Correlejo, and the second at the Sheraton Fuerteventura Beach, Golf and Spa Resort just below Fustes. My family and I are at a consensus on the latter being the preferred of the resorts, and so I will use this resort for my review, but both were of high quality. We are not a family to bury our heads in the sand and remain in one spot even if there's a cocktail in the hand and towel miraculously on a sun bed. Water sports, and our first forays below the waves with scuba were exhilarating and well taught. The location offers a variety of marine life to investigate which holds the attention and inspires the mind. A hotspot of kite-surfing activity, the hundreds of kites soaring above tiny little black specks moving in leaps and bounds seemed an essential part of the seascape by the time we left. Flying fish entertained us whilst we sipped honey rum on a short but enjoyable catamaran trip to Lanzarote. Sea spray exfoliating our faces and whipping our hair into a frenzy reminiscent of Monica Geller's vacation in Barbados, we caught sight of the Isla de Lobos; a nature reserve richly populated with rare birds and beautiful vegetation. An idyllic and serene site that contrasts sharply with the nearby Canary Island Lanzarote. Welcomed back to the hotel each day by the smells wafting from the mouth-watering cuisine, we promptly headed to the kitchen and dining area where freshly caught fish was cooked before your eyes. A memorable dish from the restaurant which I have since tried to recreate were 'papas arrugadas con mojo', a garlicky treat for consumer but terror for any other human being in close proximity to you. We had elected an all-inclusive package which successfully filled the bellies of my brother and father; an incredible feat. The staff was friendly, the service quick, and the hotel blessedly cool and clean. The rooms were spacious and decorated pleasantly, and we had a balcony with a striking view over the coastline, pool and surrounding area. One of the main features that originally attracted us to the hotel was the waterfall and moat-style layout, which both enhanced the resort aesthetically and encouraged a tranquil atmosphere. I returned home feeling calm, and satisfied that my time and money had been well spent. I highly recommend both the Island and the hotel. A huge postcard featuring Corralejo beach adorns my bedroom wall, and plenty of fond memories reside in my head. Video link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZnk40848nE