For anyone who is sensitive to mosquito bites, asking if there are mosquitoes in Fuerteventura is a fair question if you are planning to visit the island. I am sorry to disappoint you, but actually there are. However, don’t get too worried; although they are found here, they are not a massive problem as they…
Who says it is windy in Fuerteventura? Ok, I grant you that Fuerteventura can be quite windy, particularly at certain times of the year. But that is often a good thing as it helps to keep the temperature down to a nice level during the summer and it also makes kite and wind surfers happy.…
On Saturday 22nd February 2020 a big Calima hit the Canary Islands and Fuerteventura was directly in the firing line. It lasted for three days and was the worst Calima for 40 years some authorities are saying. What is a Calima? A Calima is a recognised named wind which blows from the Sahara desert westwards…
The restrictions imposed my governments around the world on travel is having a big impact in Fuerteventura, and the Canary Islands in general. Fuerteventura relies heavily on the tourist trade to provide employment for the residents of the island. The hotels and other tourist related businesses have now been mostly closed for 6 months. This…
Bring Old Batteries Back To Life. If you tried my method of reviving a dead power tool battery but it either didn’t work at all, or the battery now charges but doesn’t hold its charge for very long, then it may be that one or more of the cells in the battery are faulty. If…
Fuerteventura is a very naturist-friendly island. Although there are no designated naturist beaches in Fuerteventura, you will find naturists on almost every beach provided that is not in the built-up area of a resort or town. The law in Spain (and therefore in Fuerteventura) allows for public nudity in any “natural” place. Most beaches in…
Latest Fuerteventura Coronavirus Situation As at 14th March 2022: Active Infections Dead (with it not of it!) In Hospital In ICU 259 35 3 0 Fuerteventura was on the UK’s Amber List (now done away with I understand). It seems that from 1st December only those that have a vaccination certificate are permitted to travel…
PLEASE don’t take any of it away with you if you visit the beach! It is starting to disappear because visitors are taking souvenirs home with them (which is also illegal) Popcorn Beach is located on the north shore of Fuerteventura between Majanicho and Corralejo. It’s actual name is Playa el Hierro. Although most beaches…
I am often asked through this website and my YouTube channel, which, in my opinion, is the best place to stay in Fuerteventura. This is a tricky question as it is all a matter of personal choice. While some love a particular place and stay there year after year, others may hate it. Fuerteventura Best…
This is a rough transcript of my video about things I miss about the UK. You can watch the video or read the article – aren’t I kind giving you a choice! I’m going to talk about the things I miss about the UK and what I don’t miss living here in Fuerteventura as opposed…