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What's it really like ? Transfer time: Approx 30 minutes Location: A resort which cleverly combines an authentic fishing harbour with modern Canarian-style developments. Set around three town beaches and 7 miles away from some beautiful, unspoilt stretches of coastline. A promenade runs along the main beach and is lined with quiet bars and cafés all retaining the traditional, quaint colour-scheme of white walls with green shutters contrasting dramatically against the charred landscape. That same theme is echoed throughout the resort's low-rise apartments. Beaches: Three quality beaches and winners of the 'Blue Flag for cleanliness; one man-made with a stone breakwater - all get crowded in the peak summer months. Out of town are the secluded Papagayo beaches which comprise three areas of natural landscape. These attract out-of-town day trippers as well as naturists who like to do their thing on a stretch known as Puerto Muelas. Days out: Locally there's little to do other than Watersports or exploring the coast. Playa Blanca is well-positioned for ferry trips to neighbouring Fuerteventura with its breathtaking sand dunes. Other island attractions can be quite a trek away but are worth visiting. Fire Mountain is a 'must see' along with the famous lava caves (Cueva de los Verdes) which spread for miles underground. Costa Teguise is home to a water park and golf course. Shops provide holiday basics ... more choice in Puerto del Carmen. Nights out : Low-key bars, some with 'live' music and karaoke form the hub of Playa Blanca's nightlife. Eating out around the resort offers a variety of menus with some traditional fish restaurants near the harbour. Also Chinese and pizza places. Bucket and Spade Brigade: Playa Blanca's gently shelving beaches are safe for kids comprising fine sand and some rocky outcrops for little ones to explore (some of the out-of-town beaches allow naturism). For more entertainment try Costa Teguise with its water park. |
