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Have a luxurious romantic experience at Lanzarote hotels

February 17th, 2010

Couples seeking a getaway filled with passionate romance should check out the isle of Lanzarote. Also known as ‘Fire Island’ or the island of ‘Red Mountains’, Lanzarote sits off the coast of Africa in the Canary Islands archipelago and has been receiving visitors for over 3,000 years. The Phoenicians were the first to settle there, in relatively modest numbers, but now over 5.5 million people flock to the island each year. It’s not just the diverse flora and fauna or the intriguing volcanic countryside that attracts people to this captivating isle; a romantic ambiance permeates both the landscape and culture. The beautiful beaches and cosy, intimate restaurants lure lovers from all over the world, who come to get lost in the island’s infectious beauty and enjoy the comfort and luxury of the many Lanzarote hotels.

With it’s warm, sunny climate and non-stop Atlantic trade winds, Lanzarote is the perfect place for a beach getaway. Weather predictions don’t deviate much, with temperatures remaining in the twenties (°C) or above for much of the year. Meanwhile, the miles of picturesque coastline offer visitors the chance to select a secluded spot where they can soak up the sun in privacy.

The northern region of the island is covered with lush palm valleys, while in the south a volcanic wonderland awaits. The island has been protected by local authorities, who have imposed strict planning and building regulations, allow Lanzarote to retain its natural beauty. The booming tourist trade is still supported by the island’s infrastructure, though. Good quality three and four star hotels have blossomed in quantity and availability around the island, making it easy to rent a holiday villa or an affordable hotel, with features such as internet connection, Jacuzzis or other luxury additions, at a reasonable price.

Playa Blanca

Playa Blanca is a southern resort town where couples, as well as groups, can go and enjoy high quality, yet cheap Lanzarote hotels or private villas that offer all the luxuries of a romantic island holiday. It is a relatively new area, where the eclectic mix of accommodation offers visitors a chance to stay close to some of the best beaches in the Canaries, while local restaurants express Spanish romanticism in their décor and their lunch and dinner entrees, as well as in their wine selections.

Puerto del Carmen

Puerto del Carmen, meanwhile, has been a favourite spot for honeymooners for years. Perched above the old harbour, romantics find the secret Lanzarote hotels and resorts hidden behind garden walls and surrounded by palm trees and tropical flowers. Hibiscus trees add a splash of colour in Puerto del Carmen and for romantic adventurers the rural town of Teguise, which is the island’s old capital, offers additional attractive and affordable holiday hideaways.

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Experience Culinary Delights and Stay at Cheap Hotels in Tenerife

February 17th, 2010

The gorgeous island of Tenerife in the Canary Islands is a top destination due to its beautiful beaches, year round sunshine and great selection of activities and accommodation. Lesser known are the island’s diverse culinary treats, which combine both traditional and contemporary foods in a medley of flavours. Visitors can feel right at home dining at one of the easy to find international restaurants, while many of the hotels in Tenerife will offer a selection of cuisine from around the world. Holidaymakers looking for an authentic holiday experience should try the island’s unique dishes full of spicy flavours and fresh ingredients.

A specialty of Tenerife is ‘mojo’ sauce, which is often served with fresh seafood, such as sardines, octopus, shellfish, boiled vieja (sea bream), tuna, and jareas and tollos (a local, salted fish). Another great way to try it is served over small potatoes. The sauce combines oil, vinegar, red pepper sauce and a variety of spices like coriander, cumin, pepper, parsley and garlic.

Cheese is served as a pressed paste, fresh and uncooked. Meat is often slow-cooked in flavourful liquid then served as a sauce or stew. Vegetarian stews are filled with tomatoes, potatoes, maize, onions, and peppers. Gofio – a cereal paste prepared with grains such as maize, toasted wheat, or barley – is frequently served with stew. Chopped, marinated and spiced pork is called ‘fiesta meat’, and both potatoes and sweet potatoes are a frequent side dish.

You can also try a traditional Tenerife egg dish comprising of mole eggs served with a sweet syrup made from sugar and egg yolk. Some other delicious dishes to try include fried chorizo, sweet black pudding and ‘tollos’ (dried and season strips of shark).

Wine connoisseurs will be delighted with the numerous vineyards on the Northern region of the island. After a busy day of wine tasting, visiting museums or just taking in the sites, holidaymakers can sit down and relax with a gorgeous meal and a glass of vino.

For holidaymakers wanting to save a bit of cash, Tenerife’s wide selection of all inclusive hotels are a great option. An all inclusive package will save on the expense and worry of having to budget for eating out every day.

For those want to venture out in the evening and try one of the many local restaurants  serving a selection of traditional delicacies, there are plenty of cheap hotels in Tenerife. The most affordable option is to stay in a self catering apartment, where you can whizz up your own culinary delights in your fully equipped kitchen.

Whichever route you decide to go down, if you’re searching for a relaxing break full of fresh and delicious Mediterranean food and good quality, cheap Tenerife hotels then you will find the island of Tenerife a wonderful choice.

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Get a taste for island life with restaurants and hotels in Tenerife

January 26th, 2010

Tenerife is an ever-popular holiday choice for many reasons, from its climate and scenery to activities, but not to be overlooked are its culinary offerings Holidaymakers visiting the isle will find authentic Canary Island flavours mixed with international cuisine, catering for all types of tourist Whether seeking something familiar or a true taste of the island, delicious dishes are always served up at the independent restaurants and hotels in Tenerife. Here’s a taster of what’s on offer:

Meat

Meat, including pork, beef, chicken, or rabbit, is often slow-cooked in liquid and served as a sauce or stew. Pork fans should also try ‘fiesta meat’ – pork which is spiced and marinated and often served with potatoes as a side dish.

Vegetables

Fresh vegetables make up a large part of the island diet. Vegetarian stews are popular, filled with tomatoes, potatoes, onions, maize and peppers. Gofio – a cereal paste prepared with grains such as maize, toasted wheat, or barley – is frequently served with stew.

Island specialities

A specialty of Tenerife is ‘mojo’ sauce, which is often served with fresh seafood, such as sardines, octopus, shellfish, boiled vieja (sea bream), tuna, and jareas and tollos (a local, salted fish). When served of small potatoes its truly delightful. The sauce combines oil, vinegar, red pepper sauce and a variety of spices like coriander, cumin, pepper, parsley and garlic.

Meanwhile, adventurous taste buds should sample the traditional moles eggs dish, made with a sweet syrup made for sugar and egg yolk. Other exciting tastes include ‘tollos’ (seasoned and dried shark strips), fried chorizo and sweet black pudding.

Wines

The many vineyards in Tenerife are in a prime position to offer up the perfect accompaniment to an evening meal. Holidaymakers can choose from spending the day wine tasting, visiting museums, shopping or just gazing at the scenery before enjoying a delicious meal and a glass of wine at one of Tenerife’s great restaurants.

There are a number of ways to make the most of Tenerife cuisine. The all inclusive options offered by many Tenerife hotels gives guests the chance to sample a variety of different dishes at no extra cost. This is a great option for those on a budget and the standard of food on offer is generally very high – as is the case with most Canaries hotels right across the archipelago. If the hotel menu is limited, however, then bed & breakfast is the way forward. This way, visitors can sample the island’s many restaurants and the varied dishes on offer at their leisure, get the full effect of Tenerife’s fabulous flavours.

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