Fuerteventura is the perfect choice for a holiday in the sun, since it has 2 beaches figuring in Top 10 beast beaches in Europe 2016. The Cotillo lagoons and Cofete are different from each other but spectacular in every way and you will fall in love with this island if you choose to spend your holiday in this Canary Island.
You have plenty of places to visit, from Corralejo Grandes Playas and the dunes in the north, to the old capital of Fuerteventura, Betancuria, a small town situated inland. The Jandia peninsula in the south has some amazing beaches also and it offers great conditions for surfing and other water sports.
Since the climate is subtropical, the islands enjoy good weather throughout the year, so this makes them a popular choice among surfers.
Of all the islands Fuerteventura is probably the best for kite surfing and wind surfing. The island's name literally means Strong Winds and for the last 30 years the island has been host to the Fuerteventura Windsurfing & Kiteboarding World Cup. The west coast has the largest waves and is also the most dangerous for beginners. If you come here on holiday to learn, you can choose one of the many schools dedicated to teaching windsurfing.
Popular among surfers are Sotavento Beach, El Cotillo and La Pared. Lajares is a town frequented by surfers and it is situated very close to the beaches from El Cotillo.
La Oliva will host a new pilot project using drones for maritime rescue and beach surveillance, thanks to a collaboration between the local council and the Government of the Canary Islands. The initiative aims to enhance safety along the municipality’s coastline through early detection and rapid response to potential hazards.
Get ready for an explosion of color and fun at the Fuerteventura Holi Color Festival! Organized by the La Oliva City Council and Club Indostánico de Fuerteventura, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience.
Out of all the carnivals in Furteventura, the carnival in Corralejo is probably the most expected one of all.
The municipal government of La Oliva has commissioned an economic feasibility study to explore the implementation of a local tourist tax. The initiative aims to generate additional revenue to strengthen public services and protect the municipality’s natural environment, heavily impacted by tourism.
This Friday, May 23, Caleta de Fuste, the popular resort in Fuerteventura, will come alive with the spirit of the Canary Islands as it hosts the Muestra de Costumbres Canarias (Exhibition of Canarian ...
Fuerteventura Island Council, through its Department of the Environment, released five Caretta caretta (loggerhead) sea turtles back into the ocean on Tuesday. The turtles had been rescued and rehabilitated with the help of vigilant citizens and local businesses.
A €14 million investment has been approved for the full renovation of the iconic Riu Calypso Hotel in Morro Jable, marking a significant step in the ongoing transformation in Morro Jable's tourism sector.
From May 7 to 11, the municipality of La Oliva will become the epicenter of flavor, sport, and tradition with the sixth edition of PALADEA 2025, under the slogan "Products from our land that are made to be enjoyed."
The Pájara Town Hall, through its Department of Beaches, has taken another step in its commitment to environmental excellence and beach quality by installing nine new information panels across its Blue Flag-designated beaches. This initiative aims to enhance environmental standards, public safety, and visitor experience, with a total investment of €29,700.
A new tourist information point has been established in the Plaza de la Iglesia in La Oliva, aimed at providing visitors with insights into the region's heritage and opportunities while also promoting environmental awareness and responsible practices.
All the municipalities in Fuerteventura are celebrating each year the carnival season and the south of the island makes no exception.
St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated in Fuerteventura, especially in the north, in Corralejo, where there is a large community of Irish residents. All of the Irish pubs in Corralejo participate in the celebration of St. Patrick's day with live music, Irish stew and of course lots of Irish beer.
Puerto del Rosario is Fuerteventura's capital, so the carnival, which lasts for over 2 weeks each year, is usually attended mostly by residents and locals, not tourists.
The carnivals have returned to their normal schedule in Fuerteventura and the Canary Islands in general, after a long absence due to the pandemic.
Fuerteventura is celebrating carnival season along all the other Canary Islands, with celebrations taking place all over the island, from Corralejo to Caleta de Fuste, Puerto del Rosario, Morro Jable and Costa Calma.
The municipality of Antigua organizes each year 2 carnivals, under the same theme: the first one is in Antigua, and the second one is in the popular tourist resort of Caleta de Fuste.
The carnival in Tetir, Fuerteventura, is now once again celebrated the way it used to be normally, as there are no more restrictions in place!
The arrival of the Three Kings is an important event in the Spanish Culture, with festivities taking place in almost any city in Spain. The celebration starts on the night of 5th January, with a parade called Cabalgada de los Reyes Magos.
If you're planning on spending New Year's Eve in Fuerteventura this year, then you might be wondering what to expect. Most of the tourist resorts in Fuerteventura - Corralejo, Caleta de Fuste and Morro Jable usually have New Year's parties each year, followed by fireworks to mark the event.
The City Council of Pajara municipality announced each year the details regarding the events and activities planned for this holiday season in Pajara, Morro Jable, Costa Calma and La Lajita.