Did You Know?... Fuerteventura is the most arid and deserted land in the Canary Islands.

Beaches: Fuerteventura is perhaps most famous for it's beaches, with over 50km of stunning white and golden sand. The Beaches of Jandia and Sotavento are paradise for divers and friends of nudism.

The Windmills: Being restored as tourist centers, the windmills that dot the countryside of Fuerteventura remind visitors of the islands farming heritage, when the island was know as the granary of Canaries.

Oasis Park: La Lajita. The Zoo features over 200 species including Alligators, Monkeys, Giraffes, Zebras and Birds. The 200,000 Square meters of Botanical Gardens, which feature many Endemic Species and Cacti, can be enjoyed from the back of a Camel on the Camel Safari.

History: The semi-desert Island of Fuerteventura lies just under 100km off the coast of Africa (near the border of Morocco and Western Sahara). It enjoys a near-perfect climate with average monthly temperatures ranging from 17°C in January to 25°C in August.

Surfing: The Island offers great Surfing, Windsurfing and Kite Surfing as well as Big Game Fishing and Diving.

Did You Know?... The islands capital is Puerto Rosario.

Baku Water Park: Corralejo: As well as being a Water Park, the Baku Village has Ten Pin Bowling, Crazy Golf, a Driving Range, Restaurants and Shops. The rides and facilities in this Water Park are very modern (the park opened at the end of 2004.

Vega de Rio Palma: On the island of Fuerteventura is a beautiful valley with a village of the same name, and a gorgeous 17th century church, Nuestra Senora de la Pena. It’s muted colouring of clay and white blends perfectly with the greenery of its surroundings, and makes Vega de Rio Palma a peaceful retreat from the hectic business of rubber-necking and vying for souvenirs, and offers instead some wonderful photo opportunities.

Corralejos: A pretty fishing-village in the very north of the island. Fine sand and crystalline water make its beaches some of the most beautiful of the archipelago. Also the romantic village itself is well worth a visit, and from here you may have an excursion by boat to the nearby island Lobos.

Caleta de Fuste: Fuerteventura’s busiest holiday resort has been built up around the town of Caleta de Fuste, also known as Castillo, about six miles (10km) south of the island’s airport. The resort’s horseshoe-shaped gently-shelving beach is man-made, covered with imported golden sand. The resort is steadily growing in facilities and popularity, the latest addition being a golf course. The town consists of a long main street lined with low-rise buildings containing several restaurants and bars. Nightlife is fairly lively and there are numerous watersports on offer, boat trips and even undersea excursions on a submarine. Accommodation is mainly in apartment blocks. Caleta de Fuste’s central location makes it a good base from which to explore the rest of the island, although there is little public transport and hiring a car is necessary for most excursions.

Betancuria: The original capital of the island, Betancuria was founded in 1405 by Norman conqueror, Jean de Bethencourt, but suffered repeated raids by pirates who eventually totally sacked the city and caused its citizens to move elsewhere. Today it has a small population of a few hundred, and relies mainly on day visitors who come to admire the restored Santa Maria church and explore the Casa Museo Arquebiologico, an interesting museum documenting the history of the island. Visitors can also watch local artists at work at the Casa Santa Maria, and pick up some local handcrafts at a quaint shop. There is a good restaurant beside the church, and cheese and wine tasting is offered nearby.

La Oliva: The village of La Oliva was formerly the home of the military governors of the island between the 17th and mid-19th centuries. The Governor’s townhouse has been restored and is open to the public. Also in the centre of the village is the pretty church of Parroquiade Nuestra Seiiora de Candelaria, with a square bell tower and finely carved wooden door. The interior of the church features a painting of the Last Judgment, a baroque altar painting by Juan de Miranda and some wonderful trompe l’oeil work. The village also has an art centre exhibiting the work of Canarian artists.

Did You Know?... Although just a few kilometers from the most modern complexes of tourism, you will find Lobos Island is inhabited just by a handful of fishermen. This is a really great place for all the "Robinson Crusoes" among us.