Need To Know

When is the best time to visit Lanzarote?

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The best time to come to Lanzarote is an age-old question and will depend entirely on what you plan to do, as well as your budget. But here are a few tips to help you decide.

Staying safe on Lanzarote

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Nowadays, more and more tourists seek more from their Lanzarote holiday than just basking on the beach or by the pool. Increasing numbers are heading off into the wilder parts of Lanzarote, and almost every week we see reports of rescues. Here's how to stay healthy and avoid being one of them.

Insects you’ll find on Lanzarote

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Many visitors worry about unfamiliar creepy-crawlies they might encounter on Lanzarote, but the chances of being seriously bitten or stung on Lanzarote are very low. Here are a few of the local wildlife species that you may encounter.

Fish spotting on Lanzarote

The best time to discover some of the amazing creatures that surround the island is in September and October, when the sea is at its warmest. Here is our list of the nine species of fish you’re most likely to find in a Lanzarote lagoon.

Lanzarote Carnival Calculator

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If you've enjoyed the last month's carnival parades and don't want to miss next year's events, here's a rough guide to when the events are likely to be.

A guide to Lanzarote’s buses

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For new residents or tourists, it can be a little confusing to navigate the island’s bus system, with many not in the know about the best sources of information and mobile apps. Here’s your guide to Lanzarote’s buses.

The best fitness challenges that Lanzarote has to offer

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Challenges and goals are an important part of getting fit, and Lanzarote lends itself to all sorts of achievements. Here are a few fitness challenges that you can try on the island.

What is a calima?

Calima is the evocative local term for the dust storms that occasionally arrive on the Canaries from North Africa. Here’s what you need to know.

How to spot fake holiday villa listings on Lanzarote

In recent years there have been numerous reports of fake villa scams on Lanzarote with many holidaymakers finding themselves falling victim. Here’s a few ways to spot a fake listing when booking your holiday.

Lanzarote telephone numbers

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Have you ever thought about contacting a service, but you can’t remember their phone number? Don’t worry, we’ve put together a list of useful numbers that you can bookmark or screenshot.