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December 7, 2016 by Arlene

Incredible Beaches to Visit on a Winter Cruise

Whilst the cold winter weather helps to get us in the Christmas spirit, it also can be dull, grey and depressing making us think back to warmer times and crave the sunshine. Booking on a winter cruise beach break could be just the type of holiday you need to top up those all-important vitamin-D levels. Here are some of the top beaches to visit on your winter holiday:

Amadorous Beach – Gran Canaria

A must for anyone heading on a winter cruise to the Canary Islands, Gran Canarias’s Amadorous Beach is an incredible man-made beach with tons to do for families and couples alike. From the glamourous beach club, to the giant inflatable out to sea, there’s many opportunities to go on jet skis, pedalos and a wide range of beach café bars under cover to get some shade and enjoy lunch whilst there. With balmy temperatures, all year round and guaranteed sunshine, it’s the perfect winter sun beach.

Playa Del Este – Cuba

The classic white sands, crystal clear waters and towering palm trees are a Cuban highlight and a must visit for anyone going on a Caribbean cruise this winter. Just 18km South of Havana, it’s easy to access the beach by hopping on a bus and takes around 20 minutes to get there. Once you’re there you’ll find amazing sports facilities and café bars to grab a drink and a bite to eat.

Reduit Beach – St Lucia

The most popular beach on St Lucia, Reduit is one of the prettiest and lively beaches in the Caribbean. There’s a range of water sports to get involved in, a gorgeous beach bar when you can enjoy fresh grilled fish and exotic cocktails and a mixture of lively spots and more deserted sections depending on your preference.

Las Cucharas Beach- Lanzarote

Located on the east side of the canary Island, Costa Teguise is home to Cucharas Beach, and a popular windsurfing spot thanks to its breezy reputation. Not to be put off, the breeze is welcoming in the hot winter sun Lanzarote gets and provides a comfortable temperature for sunbathing. There’s everything you could possibly need for a chilled-out beach day with a health spa and hammock rentals available for the ultimate in relaxation.

With all these beaches, accessible on winter cruises at Iglu Cruises, why not book your next winter sun adventure and escape the cold today?

July 30, 2013 by author

Lanzarote Offers More than Just the Beach

Spain is a fantastic holiday destination if you like sunshine, and it doesn’t get much sunnier than in the Canary Islands. However, one of the very best things about places like Lanzarote is that there is far more to do than just lie on the beach and soak up the sun’s rays.

Ride on a Camel

The idea of riding a camel on a safari trip might sound like it belongs in Africa rather than Spain. However, we need to remember that the Canary Islands are closer to the African coast than they are to mainland Spain. This is an incredibly exotic way of getting around and the best place to do so in the incredible Timanfaya National Park. Here you will see the Islote de Hilario volcano and might even eat a meal which has been cooked thanks to the heat from the volcano. The landscape here has been sculpted from lava and it has a sometimes unearthly and unsettling feel to it.

See the Pirate Caves

The Cueva de Los Verdes area is filled with caverns which were formed by cooling lava around 3000 years ago. These are sometimes called pirate caves, although it is believed that the locals hid in them, rather than pirates using them to hid treasure. Perhaps the most spectacular thing about these caverns is the 500 seat concert hall which sometimes hosts events.

Drink the Wine

You might not expect to find wine production on a volcanic holiday island like Lanzarote but it exists alright. La Geria is the region you will want to go to if you want to try some locally made wine. There is also the interestingly titled Lanzarote Wine Run & Traditional Cuisine Festival held here every June. It is a 21 km race and it includes a stop to taste some wine, which is a great idea when you think about it.

Go Diving

It is becoming popular for any holiday resort with a beach to offer diving opportunities. However, in Lanzarote the diving is truly amazing. The warm waters, the abundant wildlife and even some shipwrecks add up to a tremendous place to get some diving done. The manta rays are among the most sought after sights.

See El Golfo

El Golfo is a village on Lanzarote which is famous for the Green Lagoon. The lagoon has actually been formed inside a volcano’s crater, which has been eroded away over the centuries. The algae in the water gives it the striking green appearance which makes it so popular with photographers. If you recognise this place from somewhere then cast your mind back to Raquel Welch in a prehistoric film. When you are in Lanzarote you won’t want to miss this treat.

Enjoy Teguise Market

Shopping is one of the great pleasures of any trip abroad and the Teguise Market is hard to beat on Lanzarote. Sunday morning is the best time to go if you want to see the market in all its glory, while it is easy to find something to eat or drink after it.

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Photo by mike_lawrence on Flickr

October 22, 2012 by Arlene

Cowabunga! 6 Awesome Travel Destinations For Surfing Enthusiasts

If you can travel pretty freely, surfing becomes a year round sport. You can discover the world’s top surfing spots in this guide.

1. Northern Portugal

Northern Portugal, specifically in the Cortegaca region, provides an awesome surfing paradise, great atmosphere, and quality surfing. It is perfect for people who are looking to go away from crowded conditions of the south. The Lisbon area of Portugal is the center of Portugal surfing. The region stretches all the way to Peniche. You can fly to Lisbon to get to the beach quickly. The best time to surf in this area is from April to August for beginners and from November to February for pro surfers.

2. California

The Californian coast is highly blessed with a pacific coast highway and offers easy surf checks as well as access to many surfing spots. California provides good surfing experiences for beginners in Malibu and Manhattan Beach. Professional surfers can get stronger waves along Mavericks, just outside San Francisco. California has a rich surfing history and ideal for surfing all year round. Steeped in surfing history it should be on the top of your list for a surfing holiday.

3. Western France

France is not just renowned for its tasty foods but also for glorious beaches as well as quality surfing waves. This makes it one of the globe’s most loved destinations for surfing adventure. Surfing on the west coastline of France is ideal to surf during the months of March to November. As one goes further down this coastline, there are stronger better waves to surf on. The best spots on this coastline are Biarritz and Seignosee Le Penon.

4. Lanzarote, Canary Islands

Lanzarote is the most northern part of the Canary Islands. It is located 100 kilometers off the Moroccan coast in the heart of Atlantic Ocean. It has been a preferred surfing location for more than two decades by surfing professionals across Northern Europe. The best spots for surfing in this region are Playa de Famara, Lanzarote, and Costa Teguise. Playa de Famara is mostly considered to be the most beautiful surfing beach in Europe. The best time to surf on these spots is from October to March for professionals and from April to August for beginners.

5. Madeira

Madeira is located 350 miles west of Casablanca, Morocco. It is in the Atlantic Ocean and provides a rich cultural island with awesome waves to surf on. It is surrounded with flowery trees and cliffs making it a tourist attraction spot, with surfers frequenting the beach. It is ideal for only professional surfers as the waves are too strong. The best times to surf on this spot is from October to April.

6. Australia

Australia is among the world’s leading surfing destinations. Surfing is a main stream sport in Australia. The dazzling sunshine on the beaches of Australian coast and blue-green hills make the coast a choice to surf for many. Surfing adventure in Australia is best all year around in the western coast. On the Gold Coast, surfing is best from April to October. The regions are suitable for both beginners and professionals.