The island of fire is the usual term for the island of Lanzarote. Its is an island of volcanic proportions (three hundred dormant volcanoes) and somewhat resembles a lunar landscape. Little wonder why the location was used for filming Planet of the Apes! The island is situated just 70 miles off the coast of Africa and is the most easterly of the Canary Islands. It is 37 miles (60km) long and 12 miles (20 km) wide, making it the fourth largest island in the Canaries. Lanzarote enjoys a mild dry climate with average daytime temperatures ranging from about 21°C in January to 29°C in August. Annual rainfall is just 140mm (5.5 inches). This makes Lanzarote the perfect year-round holiday destination.

Lanzarote is remarkably different, not only compared to the other islands, but to everything else in this world This extraordinary landscape seems to be of another world, and it has been said that God probably forgot Lanzarote on the Seventh Day of the Creation, however just like all other islands in the canaries, Lanzarote is Volcanic in origin. Due to the recent eruptions during the 18th and 19th Centuries, several parts of Lanzarote appear similar to a moon landscape. The residents of Lanzarote have made great strides to cultivate this land, and today you will find large plantations of fruits and vegetables. Most surprising is perhaps the region of Geria, with vineyards in between volcanic craters.

Lanzarote Driving Tips
Citizens of EU member countries require a national driving licence to drive cars in Lanzarote. Citizens from non-EU member countries need an International Driving Permit, as well as their national driving licence. You must be at least 18 years old to drive a car in Spain and have a valid driving licence and car insurance. It is compulsory for the driver and all passengers to wear seat belts and children under 14 years old are not allowed to travel in front seats. In Spain, cars drive on the right-hand side of the road. Give way to traffic coming from the left at junctions and roundabouts. Beware of what appear to be shortcuts on maps - these often turn out to be unpaved roads or mountain passes. Spanish fuel stations supply most internationally known brands of unleaded petrol (gasolina sin plomo) and diesel (gas oil). In rural areas, there are normally only a few service stations, so when travelling long distances, be sure to leave with a full tank of fuel. Autopistas (toll motorways) have various toll charges calculated by the kilometre and some roads that lead into cities also have fixed toll charges 75 miles per hour / 120 km per hour is the national speed limit on motorways (autopistas) and 62 miles per hour / 100 km per hour is the maximum limit on autovias with four or more lanes or three-lane highways Unless indicated, other major routes are 56 miles per hour / 90 km per hour and slower speed limits of 30 miles per hour / 50 km per hour are enforced in urban areas. Note;It is an offence not to carry some form of identification, such as passport or driving licence