Amazon S3 on MSN: Lanzarote unveiled: An aerial tour over Spain's Canary Islands, part 2 A place of windswept, austere beauty, this corner of the Canary Islands is a growing L.G.B.T.Q. destination as well as a perfect place to clear the mind. Lanzarote, the easternmost of the seven main ...

Understanding the Context

Lanzarote (UK: / ˌlænzəˈrɒti /, [3][4] US: /- ˈroʊteɪ /, Spanish: [lanθaˈɾote] ⓘ, locally [lansaˈɾote]) is a Spanish island, the easternmost of the Canary Islands, 125 kilometres (80 miles) off the north coast of Africa and 1,000 kilometres (600 miles) from the Iberian Peninsula. What to do and see in Lanzarote, volcanic landscapes, beaches, typical towns, vineyards and nature that is unique in the Canary Islands. National Geographic news: The ultimate Canary Islands itinerary: 48 hours in Northern Lanzarote The easternmost of Spain’s Canary Islands, off the south coast of Morocco, Lanzarote is defined by its natural drama. Eerily beautiful volcanic peaks, wind-lashed cliffs and vineyards of ashen soil ...

Key Insights

You'd be right in comparing Spain's Canary Islands to a tropical paradise. Located in the North Atlantic Ocean off the southwest coast of Morocco, all seven islands in this archipelago flaunt enviable ... Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. The Canary Islands of Spain are best known among sun-starved ...

Final Thoughts

Lanzarote is a stunning Canary Island paradise with golden and white sand beaches and the flawless weather you’d imagine for an "Island of Eternal Spring.” But this UNESCO biosphere reserve has a dramatic side—namely, its beautiful and otherworldly volcanic landscape.