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Updated 08 December 2015 Photo: jfgornet Fuerteventura lostajy Emilio del Prado There is one reason, and one reason alone, why the Canary Islands’ second largest sibling attracts so many visitors – the beaches. Whether you like your beach life slow and sedentary or quick and crazy, Fuerteventura caters for all. With the most glorious swathes of gold in the archipelago – some would say in the whole of southern Europe – the island is a Mecca to both sun worshippers and water sports professionals alike. Top 5 Isla de Lobos These days, despite its name – Wolf Island – you will not spot any saucer-eyed wolf packs lounging on the beach of this tiny i... Corralejo Natural Park Behind the northern resort of Corralejo lies the Lawrence of Arabia’ playground of the Corralejo Natural Park. It consists of... America Star Shipwreck There is something unnerving yet fascinating about standing close to the wreck of a beached ocean liner. Although much of the ... Lajares Head 10 kilometres south of Corralejo to Artisania Lajares, where you can watch the island’s famous lace being woven. The shop... La Oliva In the sleepy ex-capital of La Oliva you will find the ornate Canarian carpentry of fine mansions such as the Casa de los Coro...

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Fuerteventura

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Emilio del Prado

There is one reason, and one reason alone, why the Canary Islands’ second largest siblingattracts so many visitors – the beaches. Whether you like your beach life slow and sedentary orquick and crazy, Fuerteventura caters for all. With the most glorious swathes of gold in thearchipelago – some would say in the whole of southern Europe – the island is a Mecca to bothsun worshippers and water sports professionals alike.

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Isla de LobosThese days, despite its name – Wolf Island – you willnot spot any saucer-eyed wolf packs lounging on thebeach of this tiny i...Corralejo Natural ParkBehind the northern resort of Corralejo lies theLawrence of Arabia’ playground of the CorralejoNatural Park. It consists of...America Star ShipwreckThere is something unnerving yet fascinating aboutstanding close to the wreck of a beached ocean liner.Although much of the ...LajaresHead 10 kilometres south of Corralejo to ArtisaniaLajares, where you can watch the island’s famouslace being woven. The shop...La OlivaIn the sleepy ex-capital of La Oliva you will find theornate Canarian carpentry of fine mansions such asthe Casa de los Coro...

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THE CITY

Shaped like a leg dressed in plus-fours, the 340-kilometre gilt-edged coast surrounds a relatively at interior ofgentle hills and sweeping plains. Goat herders andshermen once ruled the island, living a simple life ofrelative solitude. Nowadays, tourism is the driving force,centred around the lively resorts of Corralejo in the north,Jandía in the south, and more recently, Caleta de Fuste onthe east coast.

DO & SEE

In all, the young and trendy surf set mingle with second home-owners from the less balmy regions of Europe. Thelatter happy for blue skies and high temperatures, and theformer also seeking rolling waves and a rocking nightlife.

However, away from these visitor hubs the tranquillity of old is easy to nd, even on the beaches - with such aprofusion of broad sandy strips, towel space is never goingto be a problem.

Away from the shoreline, desolate roads lined with squat,

round windmills link tiny villages of sugar cube cottages.Here, the population ekes out an existence producingworld renowned cheese and ruby red tomatoes.

Isla de Lobos

These days, despite its name – Wolf Island – you will not spot any saucer-eyed wolf packs lounging on the beach ofthis tiny island. What you will get, if you make the3-kilometre ferry crossing, is that ‘get-away-from-it-all’feeling.

Address: Isla de Lobos, Fuerteventura

Corralejo Natural Park

Behind the northern resort of Corralejo lies the ‘Lawrenceof Arabia’ playground of the Corralejo Natural Park. Itconsists of 20 square kilometres of rolling sand dunes andunique plant life.

Address: Corralejo Natural Park, Fuerteventura

America Star Shipwreck

There is something unnerving yet fascinating about standing close to the wreck of a beached ocean liner.Although much of the SS American Star has been claimedby the sea since its demise in 1994, the bow still soarsdeantly from the shallow waters.

Address: Playa de Garcey, Fuerteventura

Lajares

Head 10 kilometres south of Corralejo to Artisania Lajares, where you can watch the island’s famous lace beingwoven. The shops are open from 9 am to 7 pm onweekdays and to 1 pm on Saturdays.

Address: Calle Coronel Gonzalez del Hierro 14, Fuerteventura

La Oliva

In the sleepy ex-capital of La Oliva you will nd the ornate Canarian carpentry of ne mansions such as the Casa delos Coroneles. Take the chance and visit the pretty littlechurch, Parroquiade Nuestra Seiiora de Candelaria, in the

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city centre.

Address: La Oliva, Fuerteventura

Deep Blue Diving Base

Learning how to dive should not be done in a pool but in the sea. Deep Blue Diving Base provides you with theperfect opportunity to pass your license or discover newand exciting things in the deep blue.

Address: Hotel Barceló Club El Castillo, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 163 712Internet: www.deep-blue-diving.com

Mirador de Lobos Golf

This is a 9-hole par 3 golf course in Corralejo. As golf should be a part of a vacation this course is recommendedfor both beginners and advanced players.

Address: Tarabilla, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 650 652 335Internet: www.corralejogolf.com

Homegrown Surfschool

Surf, relax and have fun, in short, this is what Homegrown Surfschool stands for. The sta is friendly and it is a greatplace to catch your rst wave if you have never caughtone before.

Address: Jose Segura Torres 3, FuerteventuraInternet: www.homegrown.es

Fuerteventura Oasis Park

Welcome to the biggest park on the Canary Islands. Here you can nd over 800.000 square metres of nature withhundreds of exotic birds, a amingo lake, reptiles, a hippopool and much, much more.

Address: Ctra. General de Jandia, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 16 11 02Internet: www.fuerteventuraoasispark.comEmail: [email protected]

Ecomuseo La Alcogida

At Ecomuseo La Alcogida you will get an insight on how

people used to live on the island. See local artists at workand bake delicious bread which you can, for a small cost,take home.

Address: Tea, Fuerteventura

Yoga

If you have the luxury of being able to combine Fuerteventura with yoga, you denitely should. This is agreat place to try it out, both beginners and advancepractitioners are welcome.

Address: C / La Galera 2, Esq. H. Cortés, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 637 292 662Internet: www.fuerteconyoga.com

Corralejo Bowls

At Corralejo Bowls you can challenge your parents, spouseor friends on a game of at green bowling. Be preparedthat it might just be a bit harder than it looks....

Address: Waikiki Beach Street, Corralejo, La Oliva, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 639 243 534

Iglesia Catedral de Santa Maria de Betancuria

This lovely little cathedral is located in Fuerteventura´s former capital Betancuria. It was built in a Norman Gothicstyle, once destroyed in 1593 but now stands morebeautiful than ever.

Address: Plaza Sta Maria de Betancuria, Fuerteventura

Oceanarium Explorer

With the Oceanarium Explorer you can enjoy the underwater world without actually being under water. Havea look at the sea lions, try out game shing or rentdierent watercrafts.

Address: Pto. Deportivo "El Castillo", FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 163 514Internet: www.oceanarium-explorer.com

Fuerteventura Golf Club

At the Fuerteventura Golf Club the sun shines almost all

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year around. It is ideally located right outside Caleta deFuste and oers a beautiful view of the ocean.

Address: Ctra de Jandia, Caleta de Fuste, Antigua, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 160 034Internet: www.fuerteventuragolfclub.com

Mirador Morro Velosa

From the Mirador Morro Velosa you get a great view of themagnicent mountain tops and the island, a perfect placefor a day trip. On the top you can nd a café and moreinformation.

Address: Mirador Morro Velosa, FV-30, Fuerteventura

Fish Spa Boutique - Dr Fish

If you want to try a unique and tickly treatment you can trya sh pedicure. This is a natural treatment done by, yesyou guessed right, sh. You can enjoy this treatment aloneor in a group.

Address: Plaza Patricio Calero, Calle Milagrosa 29, Corralejo, La Oliva, LasPalmas, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 535 294Internet: www.shspaboutique.com

Corralejo Catamarans

If you want to experience Fuerteventura from the water instead of land you can go on a catamaran tour. During thetour you can enjoy the ocean breeze, sun bathing and ifyou are lucky, you might even see dolphins.

Address: Muelle Deportivo, Corralejo, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 655 796 384Internet: www.corralejocatamarans.com

Stars by Night

Stars by Night oers stargazing, workshops and astronomy courses. You can join Stars by Night on one oftheir stargazing tours, you are guaranteed to get closer tothe night sky than you have ever been before.

Address: Calle la Caleta, 2, Corralejo, La Oliva, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 610 367 063Internet: www.starsbynight.es

Cross Island

If you want to discover the hidden parts of Fuerteventura like coves, volcanoes and other exciting places you can goon a Cross Island tour. Cross Island takes you to thoseplaces you did not know exist, and probably to some of theplaces you will remember the most from your trip toFuerteventura.

Address: La Cancela, Lajares, La Oliva, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 661 963 715Internet: www.crossisland.es

BEACH LIFE

Fuerteventura has 152 beaches, more than any other Canary Island. Here is a selection of the best for a fewdierent purposes.

Facilities

Close to the resort centre and its availing facilities, the town beach of Corralejo provides a safe, yet fun aquaticplay area.

Address: Corralejo, FuerteventuraMore Info: Walk a few paces from downtown Corralejo

Nudists

This is the most southern of a string of ‘clothing optional’beaches, located on the east coast of the Jandiapeninsula in the south.

Address: Playa de Butihondo, FuerteventuraPublic Transport: Take bus number 6 from Corralejo to Puerto del Rosario, bus number 10 or number 1 from Puerto del Rosario to MorroJable.

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Privacy

Being quite hard to reach is a bonus for privacy seekers and this 5-kilometre stretch of white sand. This beachticks all the right boxes if you are looking for acres ofelbow room.

Address: Cofete, FuerteventuraMore Info: Closest point is Morro Jable. Not on bus route - best option is to rent a car.

Families

The gently sloping sands of this purpose-built resort are perfect for families with young children. The lack ofdangerous currents means it is safe for bathers of allabilities.

Address: Caleta de Fuste, FuerteventuraPublic Transport: Take bus number 6 from Corralejo to Puerto del Rosario, bus number 3 from Puerto del Rosario to Caleta de Fuste.

DINING

Unsurprisingly, sh is predominant in most of the island’s restaurants, especially those on the coast with swordsh,sea bass, octopus and limpets as some of the morefavoured delicacies. Inland, the ingredients favour morepastoral palettes with goat, rabbit, goo (roasted cornmeal) and the famous Maxorata cheese on the menu. Mostmain dishes are served with the ubiquitousaccompaniments of ery red mojo sauce and wrinkledpotatoes (papas arrugadas).

Bahia De Cata

Bahia De Cata is actually better known as Nestor’s - friendly, all-you-can-eat barbecue at the weekend, with a

good variety of international dishes with a Caribbean twistserved weekdays. This place is renowned for its ribs.

Address: Caleta de Fuste, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 699 21 95 10More Info: Next to Caleta Gardens, Caleta de Fuste

Casa Princess Arminda

Casa Princess Arminda is a family-run eatery hiding behind the old church in Betancuria. You have the choiceof alfresco dining in the courtyard or inside seating inrustic surroundings.

Address: Calle Juan de Bethencourt 2, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 638 802 780Internet: www.princessarminda.com

Marisma Restaurant

Marisma Restaurant is a very popular sh restaurant owned and run by three brothers. They take turns to headout unto the briny and haul in the day’s catch.

Address: Calle Santo Tomas, El Cotillo, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 53 85 43

El Patio De Lajares

El Patio De Lajares is an elegant ‘silverware’ restaurant inLajares, decorated with antiques and oil paintings,celebrated for its extensive wine cellar. This gourmetrestaurant is located on the north side of the island.

Address: Calle la Cerca 9, Lajares, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 650 13 40 30Internet: www.patio-lajares.comEmail: [email protected]

Fazz’s

Fazz’s is an Indian restaurant with truly amazing and authentic food as well as an inviting atmosphere andfriendly sta. The view of Los Lobos also gives your eyessomething to feast on.

Address: Calle Playa Cho Leon, 32, Corralejo, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 536 857Internet: www.fazzs.co.uk

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An Caisteal

At An Caisteal you can get a taste of Scotland in Fuerteventura. It is located in Corralejo and they serve alovely breakfast, lunch and dinner. Of course they alsohave options of great malt whiskey and Scottish beer.

Address: Avenida Grandes Playas, Corralejo, La Oliva, FuerteventuraOpening hours: From 10 amPhone: +34 654 848 530

El Andaluz

This little restaurant is a true gem with delicious food and big personality. Because of its intimacy and avouredMediterranean cuisine, it is advised to book a table inadvance.

Address: La Ballena, Corralejo, La Oliva, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 676 705 878

Infusion

If you love food, a nice atmosphere and good wine, then you should give this stylish restaurant a try. This is a goodrestaurant, especially if you are in the mood for meat.

Address: Crucero Baleares 21, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 633 551 354Internet: www.infusionrestaurante.com

5th Avenue

5th Avenue is one of Fuerteventura´s exclusive restaurants. The menu is an interesting fusion betweengrilled meat and Cajun and Canarian Mojo.

Address: La Calle Antonio Hernandez Paez, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 693 540 337

Pincha Cabra Tapas Bar

As the name indicates, this is a tapas bar located in Corralejo. They serve a great variety of tapas, rich portionsto a great value. Pincha Cabra comes highlyrecommended.

Address: Calle la Milagrosa 17 Plaza P. Calero Corralejo, Corralejo, La Oliva, Fuerteventura

Agua Cocktails & Snacks

This is a perfect little place just for a cocktail, a snack or a lunch right on the harbour front. Sit back, relax and justenjoy the sun and the gorgeous view.

Address: Avenida Maritima 7, Beach Promenade, Corralejo, La Oliva, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 53 73 51

Casa Marcos

Casa Marcos is recommended by the locals and it is said that they have the best tapas in town, maybe even on thewhole island. Take your time and see if the rumours aretrue.

Address: Carretera General 94, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 868 285

Restaurante Caracoles

Restaurante Caracoles also serves tapas but with a bit of atwist, how does smoked salmon and fried eggs sound? Ifit does not sound like something you would normally gofor, then you should think again and give it a try.

Address: Machin Santana, Corralejo, La Oliva, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 617 751 198

Da Uli

Da Uli in Corralejo is highly recommended by its guests and oers great service. Here you can enjoy Italian food,like pasta and sh dishes, in a laidback atmosphere.

Address: C/ Crucero Baleares, 7, Corralejo, La Oliva, Fuerteventura

The Ugly Duckling

This Scandinavian restaurant oers high quality food. The Ugly Duckling is quite small, and therefore perfect forromantic one-on-ones. The menu is also quite small, butstill oers a range dishes to suit all tastes.

Address: Calle La Ballena 8, Corralejo, La Oliva, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 618 04 48 96

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Sushi-E

Sushi is always a safe bet. Walk a few minutes away from the harbour and you will nd Sushi-E. The food here isalways fresh and the service is claimed to be outstanding.

Address: Avda. Grandes Playas, 2, CorralejoPhone: +34 928 53 56 78Internet: www.sushiefuerteventura.comMore Info: Centro Comercial Cactus, Local 4

CAFES

The café culture is most predominant in the quayside barsof Corralejo, Puerto del Rosario and Caleta de Fuste. Anearly morning knock back of industrial strength espressowill get you up to speed in no time.

Smile Cafeteria

Smile Cafeteria was created by a bunch of Italian entrepreneurs to oer Italian specialties and snacks to thepeople of Fuerteventura. Apart from serving authenticItalian pizza, they have yoghurt and tasty piadine.

Address: Hotel Geranios Suites, Paseo Maritimo loc 11, Caleta de Fuste, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 176 603Internet: www.smile-bar.es

Canela Cafe

Canela Cafe is just as excellent for a coee in the morning as for a cocktail in the evening. The great atmospherestays that way all through the day and Friday andSaturday nights there is also live music.

Address: C/ Coronel Gonzalez del Hierro, 30, Lajares, La Oliva, Fuerteventura

Phone: +34 928 86 17 12

Cafe Lounge

The Cafe Lounge is an elegant café/restaurant close to the harbour in Correlejo. They have a great wine menu andgood value food as well as a warm and amiableatmosphere.

Address: Calle el Pulpo 6, Corralejo, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 682 522 804Internet: www.caounge.yolasite.com

Cafe Tiffanys

At Tianys you can both get a delicious home cooked meal, coee and a cooling cocktail. They oer excellentvalue for the money and the sta are very friendly.

Address: Oasis Tamarindo, 21, Fuerteventura

BARS & NIGHTLIFE

Fuerteventura is nowhere near Tenerife when it comes to clubbing, but instead the island has a chilled out vibe witha smattering of heavy decibel clubs. Since this is a watersports Mecca, most of the ocean side bars lure the surfset with large screen video footage of rolling waves andboard acrobatics.

Rock Island Bar

This is a popular and trendy bar with nightly performancesby the best live acoustic artists in Fuerteventura. RockIsland Bar oers a cosy and intimate vibe and extra coldGuinness.

Address: Calle Crucero Baleares 8, Corralejo, Fuerteventura

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Phone: +34 928 535 346Internet: www.rockislandbar.com

Waikiki

Waikiki is one of the liveliest dance spots in town, buzzing with energy. It attracts a mixture of surf dudes, partyanimals and families. This place stays open very late.

Address: Calle Artistides Hernandez Moran 11, Corralejo, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 53 56 97

Piero’s Music Cafe

Piero’s is a large cabaret bar serving up a nightly cocktail of varied entertainers, from Elvis look-alikes to stagehypnotists. There is also a British beer garden, quiz gamesthroughout the week and karaoke for the courageousones.

Address: Centro Comercial El Castillo, Caleta de Fuste, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 869 090Internet: www.pieroscafe.comMore Info: Shopping Centre El Castillo

Bar Safari

If you do not know what you are in the mood for, then it is an idea to start o at Bar Safari. They have live music,cooling cocktails, fun games and show the biggestsporting events. It is simply a good start to your evening.

Address: Apts.Esquinzo-Monte del Mar, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 544 030Internet: www.barsafari.com

Flicks Bar

This karaoke and disco bar is a real party metropolis in Corralejo. It oers a great atmosphere and has entertainedpeople since 1997. Flicks Bar has thousands of songs tochoose from, if you feel like singing that is.

Address: Avenida Nuestra Senora Del Carmen, Corralejo, La Oliva, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 677 82 63 66Internet: www.icksbarcorralejo.com

Ace of Spades Rock Bar

If you are into heavy metal you can head to the Ace of Spades Rock Bar. Here you can listen to everything fromGreenday to Slipknot while you sip on a drink. The sta isvery friendly and you can expect a mixed clientele.

Address: C.C. Atlantico Sol local 9, Corralejo, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 664 88 85 29

Mojitos Beach Bar

This cute little beach bar oers a beautiful ocean view and colourful drinks. The Mojitos are claimed to be really tasty.If you are hungry you can also order a set of tapas.

Address: Avenida Maritima, Corralejo, La Oliva, Fuerteventura

McCarthys Pub

With its distinctive exterior, this red Irish pub really stands out. McCarthys Pub oers a large selection of beers and afriendly atmosphere. You can come here for live music,having fun with your friends or just hanging out.

Address: Calle Antonio Hernandez Paiz, Corralejo, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 537 814Internet: www.mccarthyscorralejo.com

Weirdos Elephant Bar

The family run Weirdos Elephant Bar has a homey feel to it and oers a jungle theme with more than 300 elephants,but do not worry, not real ones. Here you can also singkaraoke and watch sports.

Address: Perez Galdos 2a, Corralejo, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 535 351Internet: www.weirdos.eu

Caspers Lounge Bar

At Caspers Lounge Bar you can chill in the bar or relax outside in the lounge area. This family friendly place oersgreat drinks. Do not forget to say hi to Casper, the socalled "most photographed dog in Fuerteventura".

Address: Calle la Graciosa, Corralejo, FuerteventuraOpening hours: Mon-Sun: 6 pm-2 amPhone: +34 627 44 11 61

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The Wine Bar

The owner of The Wine Bar, Jayne, has lived in Caleta de Fuste a long time. She oers a friendly atmosphere, chillmusic and various drinks. Take the opportunity to enjoy adrink on the terrace.

Address: Juan Ramon Soto Morales 15, Caleta de Fuste, Antigua, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 661 73 01 62Internet: www.thewinebar.es

The Corner House

This is a good place to go if you want to watch sports. This is claimed to be the number one sports bar inCorralejo, so you just have to go here and nd out foryourself is that is true. They oer drinks at aordableprices and a friendly atmosphere.

Address: 2 Juan di Austria, Corralejo, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 685 14 43 34

The Talk of the Town

Corralejo is full of pubs, and The Talk of the Town is another good one to add to your list. Here you can join inon music quizzes, bingo and card games every night whileyou also enjoy a couple of beers.

Address: Calle la Red, Corralejo, La Oliva, FuerteventuraOpening hours: Daily

Legends 60's Live Music & Sports Bar

The Legends 60's Live Music & Sports Bar opened in 1999 and oers live music seven nights every week. Youcan also watch sports, dance on the dance oor or justchill out in the seating area.

Address: CC La Cupula, Caleta de Fuste, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 609 77 48 89Internet: www.legendsbarfuerteventura.com

SHOPPING

You can take your pick of shopping experiences in Fuerteventura – stock up on duty-free goodies, capturesome island souvenirs, add some colourful threads to yourwardrobe or browse for some Canarian knickknacks at amarket.

Corralejo’s retail therapy centres can be found on the mainroad running through town, Avenida General Franco. If youwant to dress like a surfer, try No Work Team forbleached t-shirts and surf set sunglasses. Where the roadintersects with Calle Gran Canaria, on weekdays you willalso nd a local market selling curious African artefactsand local handicrafts.

The Centro Comercial Atlantico shopping centre is the main star in Caleta de Fuste’s retail scene, with a varietyof shops all under one roof selling jewellery, gifts, clothesand electrical goods. A market takes place on Saturdaymorning.

With most of the prices marked up for visitors, you will nd lower price tags in Puerto del Rosario where tourismis not as rife. Most of the spending goes on along the twostreets of Calle Leon y Castilla and Avenida JuanBethencourt.

Good buys

You can take your pick of shopping experiences in Fuerteventura – stock up on duty-free goodies, capturesome island souvenirs, add some colourful threads to yourwardrobe or browse for some Canarian knickknacks at a

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market.

Avenida General Franco

Corralejo’s retail therapy centres can be found on the mainroad running through town, Avenida General Franco. Thisis a safe bet if you want to do some shopping or just stroll.

Address: Avenida General Franco, Corralejo, Fuerteventura

No Work Team

If you want to dress like a surfer, try No Work Team for bleached t-shirts and surf set sunglasses. Here you cannd cool clothes for the whole family.

Address: Avenida Nuestro Señora del Carmen 46, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 53 51 11Internet: www.noworkteam.es

Local Market in Corralejo

Where the road intersects with Calle Gran Canaria, on weekdays you will also nd a local market selling curiousAfrican artefacts and local handicrafts. This is a goodplace to go for bargain hunting.

Address: Calle Gran Canaria, Corralejo, Fuerteventura

Centro Comercial Atlantico Shopping Centre

The Centro Comercial Atlantico Shopping Centre is the main star in Caleta de Fuste’s retail scene, with a varietyof shops all under one roof selling jewellery, gifts, clothesand electrical goods. A market takes place on Saturdaymorning.

Address: Carretera de Jandía, FuerteventuraInternet: www.ccatlanticofuerteventura.com

Shopping in Puerto del Rosario

With most of the prices marked up for visitors, you will nd lower price tags in Puerto del Rosario where tourismis not as rife. Most of the spending goes on along the twostreets of Calle Leon y Castilla and Avenida JuanBethencourt.

Address: Calle Leon y Castilla, Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura

The Mint Company

The Mint Company is a fashion retail group that can be found only on the Canarian Islands. They focus on oeringhigh quality brands like Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors andArmani. One of their shops is located on:

Address: C.C. Atlántica, Jandía, FuerteventuraOpening hours: Mon-SunInternet: www.themintcompany.com

Fund Grube

The major chain store Fund Grube can be found in various locations across the Canarian Islands. Here you can buyeverything from perfume and clothes to cosmetics.

Address: Avda. del Saladar, Locales 2-9, Jandía, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 142 952Internet: www.fundgrube.es

Stradivarius

In the same genre as Mango and Zara you can nd Stradivarius. Racks with the latest fashion wear, togetherwith high heels, ballerinas, scarves and accessories ll theshop and if you don't nd your size, do not worry, there arethree outlets on Fuerteventura.

Address: Francisco Pi y Arsuaga 2, Puerto del Rosario, FuerteventuraInternet: www.stradivarious.com

Camper

In 1981, Camper opened its rst store in Barcelona, today there are several boutiques all over Spain and the rest ofthe world. The shoes are known for being extraordinarycomfortable but still stylish and they come for both men,women and kids.

Address: Hijos de Francisco Lopes CC Las Rot CC Las Rotondas, Local 29, Puerto del Rosario, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 861 141Internet: www.camper.com

Mango

At Mango, the urban young woman nds everything from sleek work-wear to the fabulous cocktail dress to

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reasonable prices. Match your new outt with the perfectshoes and accessories that you also can nd here. Oneshop is located on:

Address: Av Nuestra Señora del Carmen 36, Corralejo, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 536 04Internet: www.mango.com

Las Rotondas

Las Rotondas is the largest shopping centre on the island, hence a good place to nd whatever you might need orsimply want. Here you can nd brands like Bershka andthe Swedish brand H&M.

Address: C/Francisco Pi y Arsuaga, 2, Puerto del Rosario, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 861 300Internet: www.lasrotondascentrocomercial.com

Shopping in Morro Jable

If you are staying in Morro Jable a few days, or passing by,you can head to the main street to do most of yourshopping. The old part of the town is where all the localsgo, hence a bit busier. In the old part you can nd food andlocal produce.

Address: Morro Jable, Fuerteventura

El Campanario Shopping Centre

The El Campanario Shopping Centre can be found right in the middle of Corralejo. This partly outdoor shoppingcentre is good when you want to enjoy the sun while doingall your shopping.

Address: El Campanario Shopping Centre, Corralejo, FuerteventuraInternet: www.centrocomercialelcampanario.com

INTERSPORT

This leading sport retail store can be found in various locations throughout Europe. Here you can nd anythingyou might need, sport wise, like shoes, clothes, equipmentand much more.

Address: Centro Comercial Campanario, Hibisco, La Oliva, Corralejo, Fuerteventura

Phone: +34 928 535 404Internet: www.intersport.com

komodo

At komodo you can nd a plethora of things ranging from gifts, clothes and souvenirs to jewellery and bags. Even ifyou do not intend to buy anything, there is a big chanceyou will nd something here that you just cannot livewithout.

Address: Anzuelo 1, Corralejo, La Oliva, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 53 54 99

Bershka

This chain, together with Zara and Mango, is one of Spain'smost popular shops for young women. Here you can ndbasics mixed with some of the latest fashion torock-bottom prices.

Address: De Nuestra Señora del Carmen Urbanizacion, Corralejo Playa, 70, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 866 143Internet: www.bershka.com

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

Fuerteventura Airport

Fuerteventura Airport is situated mid-way on the east coast, 3 kilometres from Puerto del Rosario and 35kilometres from Corralejo.

There are three airport bus routes. Line 3 serves Puerto del Rosario and the tourist areas of Caleta del Fuste and

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Las Salinas. The bus leaves every 30 minutes. The otherroutes run to Puerto del Rosario, Morro Jable and GranTarajal.

Taxis are also available outside the arrivals hall, alternatively rent a car at one of the on-site oces.

Address: Fuerteventura Airport, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 91 321 10 00Internet: www.aena-aeropuertos.es / www.fuerteventuraairport.net

Public Transport

Fuerteventura has a good local bus network serving most parts of the island (except parts of the southwest coast).

For more exibility it is better to hire a car. The road network is generally very good. If you are more active,mountain bikes can be hired.

Internet: www.tiadhe.com

Taxi

Taxis are generally inexpensive and in good condition.

Taxis Corralejo:

Phone: +34 928 537 441Internet: www.taxiscorralejo.com

Post

Look for yellow post boxes is you want to send a post card. You can buy stamps from hotels, shops and postoces. Post oces are closed on Sundays.

Post Oce:

Address: Calle Canalejas, 2, Puerto Del Rosario, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 85 04 12Internet: www.correos.es

Pharmacy

You can easily nd a pharmacy in the major tourist areas.

Pharmacia la Vieja:

Address: Calle Primero de Mayo, 51, Puerto del Rosario, FuerteventuraPhone: +34 928 53 17 21

Telephone

Country code: +34Area code: 928

Electricity

220 Volts, round two-pin plugs

Population103,200

CurrencyEuro (EUR) €1 = 100 cents

Opening hoursShops are open from 9 am to 1 pm and from 4 pm to 7.30 pm. Most shops are closed on Sundays.

NewspapersFuertextraFuerte News

Emergency numbersEmergency: 112

Tourist informationFuerteventura Tourist BoardAlmirante Lallermand, 1, Puerto del Rosario+34 928 53 08 44Open: Mon-Fri 8 am-3 [email protected]

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