Welcome to Lanzarote March 2017 – it’s Carnival month! In Lanzarote we celebrate Carnival everywhere, each town has it owns programme and theme. Carnival takes place over a month (dependent on Easter) and starts with Arrecife and usually ends in Arrecife with the ‘Burial of the Sardine’. A traditional ceremony …
2 great things to do on holiday
Lanzarote is a stunning island full of culture and fun – stray just a short distance from your hotel pool or the beach and immerse yourself in the fun-loving Canarian hospitality. TouristTicket have a great package available that offers you 2 great things to do on holiday – experience the …
Lanzarote February 2017 – What’s on?
So what is on in Lanzarote February 2017? There’s always plenty of small events and fiestas taking place around the island, below are the key thing’s we think visitors to the island will find interesting and feel they can take part in. Exhibition of Historical Photos of Carnival in Lanzarote …
Lanzarote January 2017 – What’s on?
Cabalgata de Reyes (Procession of the Three Wise Men), Arrecife – 5 January The day before Dia de Reyes, there is a spectacular parade where the Three Wise Men traverse through the capital on camels throwing sweets to the children. Día de Reyes (King’s Day) – 6 January Traditionally, because …
January Excursions from TouristTicket!
The winter months in Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are different than they are in the rest of the Canary Islands, they are even different from almost the rest of the world. With pleasant temperatures during the day inviting you to go in shorts and short sleeves, there are endless activities that …
Lanzarote volcano facts
Interesting facts about Lanzarote’s volcanoes: The island, as well as others, emerged about 15 million years ago as a result of the break-up of the African and American continental plates Lanzarote is commonly known across the world as the ‘Island of Volcanoes’ and sometimes the ‘Island of 1,000 volcanoes’ Lanzarote …
Great markets to bag a bargain
There are numerous open air markets offering handmade crafts & souvenirs and local produce. All the markets are bustling with a mix of tourists and locals looking for great bargains. So if you’re looking for that special something as a gift, a nice souvenir or to sample local produce there’s …
Foodies Corner: Pata Asada Canaria
Originally Pata Asada (Roast leg of pork) was a traditional Christmas dish, nowadays it is consumed throughout the year. Many bars and cafes serve it regularly as a tapa or in a sandwich. Pata Asada Canaria recipe Serves: 8-10 people Preparation: 15 mins Cooking time: 3-4 hours Ingredients: 1 leg …
Spanish christmas sweets
Christmas has officially arrived in Lanzarote! Talk a walk through any market, visit any supermarket or gaze into the window of any bakery, and you’ll see a very special variety of sweets that locals crave during the holidays. In addition to the elaborate lighting displays and the traditional Belenes (Nativity …
Traditional Lanzarote Christmas
As well as Christmas trees and decorations, nativity scenes are very popular in Lanzarote and you will see them pop up all over the island leading up to Christmas. Nochebuena (Christmas Eve) Most families eat their main Christmas meal on Christmas Eve before midnight mass. The traditional Spanish Christmas dinner …