Lanzarote is the most easterly of the Canary Islands in fact it is just 80 miles off the western African coast. Of the main four most popular islands Lanzarote is the most compact, only 37 miles (60km) long and 12 miles (20 km) wide, this makes taking in all the attractions even if you decide on just a seven night break very easy. Lanzarote is very much a family orientated island with the emphasis on relaxation and spending hours on the beach or around the pool.

Evening entertainment is generally centred in the selection of UK owned bars and restaurants most of which appeal to families and couples alike. The main discos are to be found in Puerto del Carmen and Arrecife. Hotels will, of course, have their own entertainment programmes some featuring exceptional professional entertainers.

Beware a 'night club' has a different meaning from a disco. Ask for a night club and you will probably find something that you were not expecting!

Temperatures are 'spring like' all year ranging from about 20 degrees centigrade in the coolest month of January to a high of 30 degrees centigrade in July and August. However Lanzarote's annual rainfall is only 5 inches making it one of the drier islands in the group.

Much like the other Canary Islands, Lanzarote is Volcanic in its origin and the massive eruptions of 1730-1736 which sculptured the landscape are still as they were then due to the dry climate. This gives the island very much a 'lunar' feel.

Flying time from the UK to Lanzarote is about 4 hours from London and around 5 hours from Scottish airports, but the good news is that there is no time difference and therefore no jet lag. In fact north Florida is on the same latitude as the Canaries but with less disruption in finding that sunshine, especially in the Winter months.

The main arrival day for flights from the UK is Thursday when the airport gets a little busy between 10.30 and midday. Likewise most flights leave the island for their homeward flight around lunch time. So if you are planning a taxi ride back to the airport for your flight home it is essential that you pre-book the journey otherwise you will be in panic mode as the time approaches for your check in and still there are no taxis available.