Lanzarote tourists claim they are “done” with the popular holiday destination due to an unlikely aspect. It seems something in particular is putting them off visiting
Tourists claim to be “done” with Lanzarote (stock image)(Image: Getty Images)
Holidaymakers in the Canary Islands have been raising issues lately as a certain aspect seems to be catching them off guard. For weeks, people have been saying they’ve faced problems in Tenerife, but now attention has been placed on Lanzarote too.
Videos have gone viral online showing people opening up about how they think the popular holiday destination is “done” due to an unlikely issue. One video, shared on TikTok by Biggie Bills, got a lot of people talking, as many were in agreement that an unexpected aspect is “putting them off” visiting again as they made some pretty big travel confessions about the Canary Islands.
It comes after some tourists highlighted a different issue earlier this month. Just weeks ago, holidaymakers in Tenerife also raised another problem.
Biggie said: “This is why people are done with Lanzarote. The wind is constant. Face full of sand with your drink, but not everyone agrees.
“Some areas are calm. Dealbreaker or not?”
The video got a lot of people talking, with hundreds commenting. It seems as though they have very specific thoughts on the holiday destination, as some say they “won’t go back”.
One person said: “It’s like being stranded on the moon, but with a very small town on there, with hardly anything to do.” Another added: “Gone too expensive.”
A third replied: “Too expensive now, the airport is a joke, the wind was insane in Costa Teguise when I was last there, and I feel the place is feeling run down.”
Meanwhile, a fourth commented: “Weather unpredictable. After years of coming, we won’t be returning after three holidays of s*** weather.” One more also noted: “Went last week.
“Between the new system at the airport, terrible weather [and] prices are so high. Puts me off going back.”
Not everyone agreed though, as other holidaymakers admitted they love visiting the destination. Someone wrote: “I was there last year. The best Canary Island. Will be going back.”
Another noted: “Done? We’re getting busier by the year, as is all of our businesses.” A third said: “Best place ever. Clean, friendly and stunning. Going back in July. Can’t wait.”
One more also stated: “If you don’t like it, don’t go. Lanzarote is our favourite holiday destination. The wind does not put us off.”
What people need to know
Lanzarote is generally considered a very popular year-round tourist destination, especially for Europeans seeking warm weather. It’s considered one of top Canary Islands, known for its unique volcanic landscapes, beaches and artistic, stylish vibe.
However, the weather there is also quite windy, and this has been widely documented. Lanzarote is generally a very windy island, with a near-constant breeze.
Trade winds are common, making it popular for water sports. Usually, the wind is strongest from late May to early September, and this seems to be putting some people off visiting lately.
When it comes to cost, the destination is generally considered affordable compared to the UK and Northern Europe; however, costs have risen recently. Even though it still offers good value, tourists should expect higher prices for eating out and accommodation than pre-2020. Areas like Playa Blanca and Puerto del Carmen in particular have claimed to become more expensive.