Why is Playa Blanca great for families
Playa Blanca’s white pristine beaches and familiar atmosphere make it the perfect family getaway destination. All the top spots of this coastal paradise are accessible on foot making it ideal for younger or older families. The main beaches serving the resort (including Playa Blanca Beach, Playa Dorada, Playa Flamingo) maintain calm waters year-round making them amongst some of the safest beaches on the island and therefore ideal for younger children. In particular, Playa Dorada features a manmade reef to guarantee quiet and calm waters year-round.
The landscape making up Playa Blanca is generally flat and easy to navigate – public transport, as well as taxi services, make exploring all of Lanzarote has to offer a carefree activity – even with little ones. The surroundings can be accessed by foot or by cycling also – Playa Blanca has plenty of bike rental shops to choose from.
Playa Blanca is great holiday destination for couples, know why ?
Playa Blanca and its surroundings offer a whole host of fun family activities including boat and walking tours, waterparks and go-karting tracks. The resort features not one but two waterparks suitable for children. Aqualava located in the Montana Roja area is suitable for kids of all ages while Dino Waterpark located on Calle Francia 2 is suitable for younger families. Rancho Texas Park while located outside Playa Blanca itself is a great family daytime excursion with transport available from Playa Blanca. This theme park offers a full range of activities including dolphin and sealine interactions and live show entertainment.
Most restaurants on the island are child friendly and staff are well accustomed to catering to families of all sizes. The cuisine options in Playa Blanca are diverse and you are therefore sure to find something for everyone, even the pickiest of tastebuds. Most restaurants come complete with child menus, highchairs and are always prepared to meet any requests your family may have. For a full list of restaurants in Playa Blanca click here.
The Canarian climate ensures you are never be stuck for outdoor activities perfect for the whole family. Many walking trails on the island are suitable for younger children – but we always encourage you to double-check in advance and always bring suitable footwear and sunscreen. The trail to Montana Roja, a dormant volcano located on the south of the island, for example, is suitable for kids aged 7 and over.
In all, a villa rental in Playa Blanca is a first-rate family holiday experience – allowing you to tailor your days to suit your family’s preference. From relaxed and laid-back days by the pool to days filled with activity – Playa Blanca has something for everyone.
