The last three days on the volcanic island were spent relaxing and enjoying the place, the food and the company. Puerto del Carmen has a very nice promenade and harbour, many recommendable restaurants, and busy souvenir shops. We were also satisfied to know that Missy-cat was well in the cat hotel, whose owner posted cute … More LANZAROTE: Relaxing days in Puerto del Carmen, with good food and conscience – Day 6-8

Carl and I were a bit hesitant to spend the day at Rancho Texas because we thought that it was “just” a water park. Good thing that we changed our mind. The park was more than pools and slides – you can also just spend the day visiting the animals and watching interactive shows. Disclaimer: … More LANZAROTE: Visiting the Rancho Texas Lanzarote fun theme park, zoo and waterpark – Day 5

On our 4th day on the volcanic island of Lanzarote, we decided to take the bus to the airport and watch planes landing. It really sounded very exciting to us that day! Carl even had an app that tracks landing planes real time, so we know when to get the camera ready. After that, we … More LANZAROTE: Plane-watching at Lanzarote Airport and bar-hopping along the beaches of Matagorda, de Guasimeta, de los Pocillos, Grande and Chica – Day 4

This entry is the continuation of the day tour showcasing the main sites on the island. After exploring the majestic and dizzying vast Timanfaya National Park, with all its volcanic soil, mountains and even craters, the tour moved on to the next destinations. Cueva de los Verdes and Jameos del Agua are two unique experiences, … More LANZAROTE: Inside the island’s lava caves and tunnels: A tour to Cueva de los Verdes and Jameos del Agua – Day 3.2

For Day 3, we let a private tour company plan the day for us, promising a showcase of the most important sites on the island: the vast Timanfaya National Park, the surprising Cueva de los Verdes and the curious Jameos del Agua. Lunch in Haria was also included. The bus was a bit late, as … More LANZAROTE: Touring the Timanfaya National Park: a 51.07 km2 parkland of volcanic soil – Day 3.1

After exploring the village of Teguise during one of its popular Sunday markets, the next stop was the Castillo de San Gabriel in the capital city of Lanzarote: Arrecife. The stone fortress dates back to the 16th century, and was originally built to protect the city from pirates. Situated on an island accessible by causeway … More LANZAROTE: Visiting the Castillo de San Gabriel in Arrecife – a 16th century fortress built to protect the island from pirates – Day 2.2

The Sunday market in Teguise is one of the main attractions in Lanzarote. The village becomes so alive, and tourists and locals flock the market square. By the end of the covid-19 pandemic in March 2022, the number of visitors was still being controlled. There was a long queue going to the market itself and … More LANZAROTE: The vibrant Sunday market in Teguise: the biggest on the island – Day 2.1

After enduring lockdowns and other travel restrictions for two long years, we finally made it outside Scandinavia last March. Those were two tough years in all aspects of our lives, especially with my work. We were very excited, although a bit hesitant, to book a 1-week holiday because even though Norway had lifted its travel … More LANZAROTE: Our first out-of-Scandinavia trip post covid-19 pandemic (March 2022) – Day 1