Fuerteventura
FLIGHTS
VACATION
Located about 100 kilometers off the coast of Africa Fuerteventura enjoys a mild climate all year round. The capital of the island is a small fishing town called Puerto del Rosario. You can get to Fuerteventura by plane from all the other islands, or by using the ferries from Las Palmas. Once you arrive in Puerto del Rosario, it is advisable to rent a car or moped because public transport on the island is scarce and infrequent. For transport within the archipelago there are connections with ships and ferries from Gran Canaria and Lanzarote, while the airport is
about 7 kilometers from Puerto del Rosario.
Airport
Arrivals
Located about four kilometers south of the capital Puerto del Rosario, the Fuerteventura airport allows the arrivals and departures of flights for tourists on holidays on the island.
The terminal is small and has only one terminal.
For the transit of passengers the arrivals and departures halls of Fuerteventura airport in the Canary Islands are located
on the ground floor of the building.
Airport
To reach the Fuerteventura airport, take the FV-1 road and exit at the appropriate junction. Taxis are located at the arrivals exit, while for bus connections the stops are located outside the Terminal Line 3 runs a regular service between Puerto del Rosario, the airport and Caleta de Fuste, Line 10 operates a regular service between Puerto del Rosario, the airport and Morro Jable. Fuerteventura airport is generally used for international connections by the main low cost companies in the sector such as Aer Lingus, Air Berlin, Arkefly, Condor, easyJet, Jetairfly and Meridiana.
Airport Codes
IATA code: FUE
ICAO code: GCFV
The construction of the Fuerteventura airport, which took place in the mid-sixties, was necessary to deal with the popular influx of mass tourism arrivals to the Canary Islands, allowing rapid air connections with the Canary Islands by remote 'Europe. arrivals fuerteventura. Fuerteventura airport also has connections with the islands of Tenerife, Gran Canaria and with Madrid. Puerto del Rosario is the capital of the island of Fuerteventura, the city is at the center of the main communications of the island, there is also the commercial port for maritime connections with the other islands of the archipelago and the international airport. The island of Fuerteventura is on the same latitude as Florida and Mexico and the temperature rarely drops below 18°C or rises above 24°C. After arriving in this arid land, the tourist can choose to spend his holidays in one of the 152 beaches located along the coast with 50 kilometers of sand fine white and 25 of volcanic gravel.
Among the services available before departure from Fuerteventura airport we mention car rental, information on the accommodation facilities closest to the airport, shops, passenger information and assistance points, restaurant/cafeteria, banking services, tour operators and travel agencies , lost property and first aid. Among the different airlines that carry out arrivals and departures from the airport Fuerteventura we find Islas Airways born in September 2001 to facilitate air transport between the Canary Islands. Islas Airways concentrates its activities exclusively within the Canary Islands, with regular flights to Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and La Palma, and offers a customer loyalty programme, Islas Premium. In addition, the company has agreements with Air Europa and Spanair. Spainair is the second Spanish airline, founded in December 1986 by the Spanish company Teinver and SAS. the first flight operations began two years later, in March 1988, at the beginning, the company dedicated itself only to international charter flights but, starting from 1994, it began to organize regular flights between Spain and the rest of Europe , these flights currently account for the majority of the airline's airline business. Since 2003, the company has belonged to the Star Alliance group, with Departures and connections between 18 network members.
Beaches
Made up of endless beaches of very fine white sand, Fuerteventura is one of the most beautiful islands in Europe with enchanting beaches. Ideal destination for holiday lovers al sea in the sun in tranquility. Among the main beaches of Fuerteventura we point out, Playa de Corralejo, Playa di El Castillo, Playa de Sotavento, Playa del Matorala and Playa di El Cotillo. Windsurfing is one of the main sports practiced in Fuerteventura.
Climate
Rainfall is very scarce on the island of Fuerteventura with an annual average of around 150 mm. and the wind mainly blows from the North-East. The temperature is constantly maintained around 20° centigrade thanks to its geographical position the high pressure of the Azores.
Excursions
The main excursions to get to know the Island of Fuerteventura are: - The tour of the island lasting a whole day includes the departure from Corralejo and the visit of the most interesting and evocative places as well as the admiration of the splendid natural landscapes. The salt marshes, Lajares with its handicraft, embroidery and lace school, La Oliva and the Canarian Art Centre. The continuation includes the arrival in Bentancuria to visit the archaeological museum and the church of Payara. - Camel Safari is a half day excursion. On the back of camels from the ravine of Lavata after about an hour's walk you will reach the beach to swim in the splendid crystalline waters of the Atlantic. - Cruise among the islands with lunch on board, lasting a whole day with a view of the seabed of the Natural Park, through the transparent window of the boat and stop on the island of Lobos. - Excursions to the nearby island of Lanzarote characterized by the suggestive lunar landscape. To visit also. To visit during your stay on the island, Jandía beach. Small village of Betancuria, the most beautiful of the island. Caleta de Fustes, charming holiday complex in the resort of El Castillo. Puerto del Rosario, administrative capital of the island. Corralejo, one of the most tourist centers important on the island
Sea
Made up of kilometers of golden beaches and crystal clear waters, the island of Fuerteventura is located near Europe near the African coast, by extension of the territory it is the second of the Canary Islands, only 52 nautical miles separate it from the African continent. The depths of the island of Fuerteventura are perfect for diving enthusiasts, while the surface is transformed into a spectacular setting, where the world windsurfing championships are held. Sportsmen as fast as arrows plow the waves at a dizzying speed and seem to form one with the environment.
Transportation
The huge open spaces are among the most relevant points of attraction. The island of Fuerteventura is equipped with an excellent road network, it is possible to travel the territory from one extreme to the other in 90 minutes, remaining fascinated by the panoramas it offers to the eye. You can reach the island of Fuerteventura by sea or by air. The existing airport is well equipped to receive passengers, the three seaports have connections with the remaining islands: Corralejo to the north connects with Lanzarote, from where direct excursions to the island of Wolves are organized. Puerto del Rosario connects with Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Morro Jable, specialized in recreational and sporting activities. For travel within the island we recommend renting a car, or resorting to agencies and hotels that organize excursions to the most interesting places.
Restaurants
The hours of restaurants, shops, bars on the island of Fuerteventura are quite flexible. In the most touristic areas of Fuerteventura it is easy to come across an open place at any time. There is always a pharmacy on duty nearby and an emergency room service. If the service and the way the waiter, taxi driver or bellman treated us was pleasant, it will be appropriate leave a tip.
Shopping
As for the purchase of souvenirs, it is advisable to visit the streets full of shops of Puerto del Rosario or any other nucleus such as El Castillo, Morro Jable, Costa Calma, Corralejo. If you want a piece of craftsmanship, you will have to go to Lajares, El Molino de Antigua or the Alcogida Ecomuseum; included in the shop of the Airport are jewels worked on the basis of the artisan tradition and of guaranteed quality.
Gastronomy
The rich traditional cuisine is based on excellent quality raw materials with which dishes are essentially prepared based on goat meat and fish. With the products of the earth, the delicious sauces called mojos are made, which accompany the various dishes.
Urban centres
Among the major urban centers of the island of Fuerteventura we mention La Oliva Located in the northern area, which owes its name to the olive trees that grew there in the past. Undoubtedly, one of the most spectacular spaces in the province of La Oliva is the Dunes of Corralejo and Isola dei Lupi Natural Park, where nature inspires purity and harmony. Other areas worth visiting are: the Malpaís de la Arena Natural Monument as well as the Montaña de Tindaya Natural Monument. The latter deposit brings together more than 200 foot-like engravings and is wrapped in a completely magical atmosphere.
Caleta de Fuste is located in the central-eastern part of the island. However, the 18th century fortress stands out on the horizon, from where the corsairs could once be seen approaching. Together with Nuevo Horizonte, it is a perfect tourist settlement for spending holidays in the company of the family, thanks to the comfortable facilities and the safety of the coast. Also in this area are the Rural Park of Betancuria, the Natural Monument of the Cuchillos de Vigán, the Protected Landscape of Malpaís Grande and the Natural Monument of the Caldera de Gairía. These are places that will leave us speechless for their unusual beauty.
Puerto del Rosario became the first port of the island and constitutes the main access to it. It is currently a considerable commercial center, which houses the Matorral airport.
First European settlement of the Canaries, Betancuria was formerly the capital of the island for five hundred years. On the summit of its mountain massif we find the Morro Velosa viewpoint, a restaurant where, in addition to savoring traditional cuisine, it is possible to feed the view with the incredible surrounding landscapes, integrated into the Rural Park of Betancuria, which occupies 91.2% of the territory of this town hall.
The territory of Tuineje is dotted with mills, tomato plantations and curious buildings called taros in which the delicious majorero cheese is left to age: the first Spanish goat cheese with a Designation of Origin. Every year since 1740, on September 13, the inhabitants of Tuineje celebrate the victory over the English corsairs in the battle of Tamasite, the name by which the mountain that dominates the whole town is also known. This battle is told in the Baroque altarpiece of the church of San Michele.
The municipality of Pájara remains separated from the rest of the island by the isthmus of La Pared, it is the southernmost of Fuerteventura as well as the largest of the Canary Islands. Consisting of 70 kilometers of beautiful coastline, with beaches such as Sotavento or Cofete, it has seen the emergence and development of tourist centers such as Costa Calma, Solana-Matorral, Esquinzo-Buhitondo. in this area we find two important seaside resorts: to the north Ajuy and to the south Morro Jable, near one of the most renowned tourist centers of the island with expanses of golden sands and crystalline waters.