Category: Life in Fuerteventura
In this section I will try to give an idea of what life in Fuerteventura is like. What happens, what there is to see and what I like and, perhaps, what I don’t like about living in Fuerteventura.
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Are There Mosquitoes in Fuerteventura or Other Creepy Crawlies?
For anyone sensitive to mosquito bites, asking if there are mosquitoes in Fuerteventura is a fair question if you plan to visit the island. I am sorry to disappoint you. There are. However, please don’t worry; although they are found here, they are not a massive problem as they can be elsewhere. Mosquitoes can be…
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Come back tourists, all is forgiven. Fuerteventura is empty.
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…
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Fuerteventura Coronavirus Situation
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…
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What Things Do I and Don’t I Miss About The UK
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…
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What to do in fuerteventura – excursions and trips
Are you wondering what to do in Fuerteventura while you are here on holiday? Well, apart from lying on one of the beautiful beaches, of course. There are actually many things to do and see in Fuerteventura, so you may find it hard to make a choice. So, if you feel like going out for…
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Caleta De Fuste in 1987 – 38 years ago!
I went through some old VHS home videos and found footage of a holiday in Caleta De Fuste in 1987. I recently got my old VHS to DVD player working, so I downloaded the video and put it up on YouTube to show some Caleta de Fuste history. What was in Caleta de Fuste in…
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People Watching in Corralejo – Breakfast and Music Too
Sue and I enjoy a bit of people watching. This can be while lying on the beach, at Fuerteventura Airport, at an event or while just sitting having a coffee or a sundowner at a bar. The other morning we had a few chores to take care of in Corralejo. After we had done them…
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Flying With A Dog To The UK – What does it cost?
Flying With A Dog To The UK – What does it cost? This week I was asked by a neighbour if I could take him, his dog (Indie) and their luggage to the airport as they were returning to the UK for good. His wife went in a separate car with other friends. Dogs travelling…
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Corralejo Carnival 2017 – Carnaval de Corralejo 2017
On 18th March the annual parade of the Corralejo Carnival 2017 took place. It started about 7pm and continued until quite late, as most things tend to here. This is quite a large affair and takes probably 2 hours or more to pass by. Many people that go to watch also dress up even if…
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Fuerteventura Squirrels or Fuerteventura Chipmunks
The Fuerteventura squirrels are found pretty much all over the island. Their correct name is the Barbary Ground Squirrel, which are endemic to Western Sahara, Algeria and Morocco. They were introduced to Fuerteventura in 1965 and have thrived ever since. Many people refer to them as chipmunks or Fuerteventura chipmunks, which they do resemble. Next…