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Despite the current economic climate and the weakened pound tourist authorities in Spain are still anticipating a busy Easter period.  Albeit with visitor numbers expected to be around 10% down across the country versus 2008 figures.  And many in the UK who have not travelled abroad will still be spending some time over the Easter break planning and booking their summer holidays online.

In Lanzarote, the eastern most Canary Island, the newest resort of Playa Blanca will be welcoming thousands of visitors over the Easter break.  So what can holiday makers expect from their vacation in this rapidly evolving destination?

Weather
Playa Blanca generally enjoys the best weather in Lanzarote.  As the resort is located right at the southern tip of the island.  Just across the Bocaina Straits from the neighbouring island of Fuerteventura.

This position creates a more sheltered aspect in relation to the rival resorts of Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise to the north.  Delivering higher temperatures too.  The forecast for Easter is good – with temperatures expected to reach 25 celsius plus.

Accommodation
Playa Blanca boasts by far the largest selection of recently built, good quality hotels in Lanzarote.  With four and five star establishments lining the seafront promenade.

Amongst the best is the Gran Melia Volcan – a high quality five star hotel located right next to the stylish and atmospheric Rubicon Marina.  Where tourists can find a good selection of bars and restaurants – as well as a market every Wednesday and Saturday.

Playa Blanca is also home to some of the most luxurious villas in Lanzarote for those who prefer to book self catering accommodation.  With prices starting from around £400 per week for a standard two bedroom villa with private pool.

Things to do in Playa Blanca
As you’d expect from a top class tourist resort Play Blanca has some excellent beaches.  Such as Playa Dorada and Playa Flamingo in the resort itself.  Both of which are man made stretches of sand.

But the real jewel in the crown are the set of natural coves and bays at nearby Papagayo – or Parrot Beach.  Which is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful beaches not just in Lanzarote but in the Canary Islands as a whole.

Playa Blanca is also located in close proximity to the most popular tourist attraction on Lanzarote – the Timanfaya Volcano Park.  Which attracts close to one million visitors very year thanks to its raw and eerie volcanic terrain.

Holidaymakers can also enjoy a day trip from Playa Blanca to Fuerteventura.  Where they can visit the incredible Dunas National Park – a breathtaking 16km stretch of sand.

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