New route to give Lanzarote holidaymakers an extra lift
Holidaymakers keen to make the most of Lanzarote’s sun-drenched beaches, easy going atmosphere and numerous entertainments will be pleased to hear about the launch of a new route to the island by Aer Lingus this autumn. From the 25th of October this year, the Irish airline will be running flights three times a week between Gatwick and Lanzarote’s Arrecife airport, making year-round sunshine, breathtaking scenery and cheap Lanzarote hotels even more accessible.
The new route announcement follows news earlier in the year that the Spanish government will be offering discounts on airport taxes to airlines meeting certain criteria when flying to Spanish destinations. This is an attempt by the government to give tourism a boost, both on the mainland and Spanish islands, in the hope that it will encourage even more new routes to these popular holiday destinations. With the credit crunch taking its toll on holidaymakers’ pockets, Lanzarote – like a number of other European destinations – experienced a drop in visitor numbers. Its airport saw a reduction of 3.3% in December 2008 compared with the previous year, which sparked concern about the health of the local tourist economy.
News of the new London - Lanzarote route will certainly be welcomed by the island. It’s good news for holidaymakers too, as sun-seekers now have the opportunity to enjoy an idyllic island break at a great price. The new flights start from £34.99 one way, meaning this popular Canary Island destination is shaping up as an excellent choice this winter. There are also some unbeatable Lanzarote hotels deals to be had. A one bedroom bungalow in a four star resort, for example, costs as little as £14 per person per night this October, while all-inclusive options can be found for around £27 per person per night. So, with some great deals both in the air and on the ground at the moment an affordable end of year sunshine break is well within reach.