Fuerteventura is the second largest of the Canary Islands, only 60 miles from the coast of Africa, the island has a warm climate all year round and is a popular winter sun destination. Fuerteventura has some of the best beaches in the canaries with more than 150 dotted along the coastline. The island has a much slower pace than its neighbours, Tenerife, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria and is ideal for a relaxing beach holiday
Spain's official currency is the Euro (EUR). One Euro is divided into 100 cents. Money can be exchanged at bureaux de change and major hotels, but banks give the best rates. All major credit cards and travellers cheques are widely accepted at most hotels, restaurants, and shops. ATMs are widespread and are generally the cheapest and most convenient method of obtaining money.
Holidays in Fuerteventura
The two main resorts in Fuerteventura are Corralejo and Caleta de Fuste. Corralejo has a bustling harbour , a lovely town beach and streets filled with shops, bars and restaurants. Holidays in Caleta de Fuste, further East to Corralejo, are really popular with families and the resort has a fantastic sandy beach ideal for watersports. For a more relaxing holiday ideal for couples and honeymooners ,Playa Jandia is a beautiful part of the island, with an endless stretch of white sand dunes.
Language
Spanish is the official language, but English is widely understood in areas frequented by tourists. Catalan, Galician and Basque are spoken in the relevant areas.
Nightlife
The nightlife in Fuerteventura varies in the different resorts. Holidays in Corralejo are more lively with an array of English and Irish bars on the waterfront and main square. In Caleta de Fuste the nightlife is more low key but there are still live music, karaoke and quiet local bars to keep the family occupied.
