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Family Holidays In Fuerteventura, Canary Islands

FUERTEVENTURA is the second largest of the 7 Canary Islands and is closest to the African coast. It hasthehighest number ofsand dunes and longest sandy beaches of alltheislands.It isregarded as the oldest ofthe Canaries with a landscape of contrasting volcanic contours,impressive beaches and a wonderful "wild" feel.

Children are welcome everywhere in Fuerteventura, indeed the Spanish dote on their children and welcome others as an extension of their own families.

Fuerteventura has long white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters which are perfect for family bathing.

The blue lagoons of EL COTILLO in the north east of the island are safe and idyllic - a perfect backdrop for classic family beach photographs. There are plenty of local restaurants and tapas bars for when you get peckish, or pack a picnic and enjoy your own space.

CALETA DE FUSTE (Castillo/Costa Caleta) is a man-made resort with imported sand which is an ideal centre for family holidays.

There are many family trips and activities available, and children will marvel at the seals in Caleta harbour.

Mini-golf, putting, (safe) bungey jumping and trampolining are available in CORRALEJO which is also home to the islands only Aqua-park.

Children from 6 years (to 60 years!) can participate in a desert laser adventure (complete with camoflage suit!) - fun for all the family, with a free BBQ included, and free pick-up from your hotel!

Enjoy a trip on a sailing catamaran or one of the many charter boatw round the island of LOS LOBOS, and enjoy snorkelling, a free jet-ski ride, banana boat as well as plenty of refreshments and lunch.

Perhaps you and your children would like to learn to surf or try a practice dive? There are many schools available with qualified instructors and safe waters to play in!

Just outside the sleepy fishing village of LA LAJITA, in the west and half way down Fuerteventura, is the only zoo on the island, dedicated to showing a diverse display of flora and fauna. There are various animal and birds of prey shows, botanical gardens with colourful birds of paradise flying freely around, large cactus gardens, and even camel rides available.

Take a walk through the PARQUE NACIONAL just outside CORRALEJO, and marvel at the huge white sand dunes which are the home to the endangered houbara bustard, and the herds of goats which roam freely around the island.

Hire a car and head for BETANCURIA, in the middle of Fuerteventura, stop high in the mountains at one of the many parking laybys. Get out of your car, and watch the ravens circling overhead. Then wait a minute .... suddenly the hillside appears to come to life and movement is seen coming towards you from below. Look closer - the hillside is teeming with barbery squirrels, commonly known as chipmunks.

These wonderful little creatures will take food out of your hands, scamper a short distance away and merrily chomp on their bounty ... we've found them very partial to Pringles!!

A truly wonderful sight, and great fun for children and adults alike. Don't forget your camera!

Fuerteventura has so much to offer families, whether you want an active or relaxing holiday, you are sure to enjoy your stay.

Try something different - go on, live a little, do something you've always wanted to, but never dared!

Pick up your FREE printed copy of LeisureZone - the independent guide to leisure & activities available on Fuerteventura which is endorsed by the Tourist Board, or log on to http://www.leisurezone.es to download the magazine.

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