Fuerteventura - Introduction and History

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Introduction to Fuerteventura.
When you circle above Fuerteventura to prepare for landing and when you only focus on the land below you, you will see a completely barren area with no visible vegetation and you might think that you’re about to land on Mars. And when you are transferred from the airport to your hotel the views you capture from your bus seat may confirm your first impression and raise the inevitable question “Is this a holiday destination?”

The most important locations on Fuerteventura North: Corralejo, Lajares, El Cotillo, Villaverde, Tindaya, Vallebron, La Oliva

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The North of Fuerteventura was the first area on Fuerteventura to be developed for tourism in the early 60'ties. Ideal surfing conditions, splendid beaches and an existing infrastructure - although primitive at that time - were the decisive elements. The North of Fuerteventura is home to the following interesting villages:

Corralejo, El Cotillo, Lajares, Villaverde, La Oliva, Tindaya, Vallebrón.

The most important locations on Fuerteventura Centre: Caleta de Fuste, Ajuy, Antigua, Tefia, Los Molinos, Betancuria, Puerto del Rosario

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The centre of Fuerteventura has economically two major areas: the capital and the recently built tourism and golf centre Castillo or Caleta de Fuste. The centre of Fuerteventura is very diverse in geography, history and economic activity. The most important villages/towns are:

Caleta de Fuste, Ajuy, Antigua, Tefia, Los Molinos, Betancuria, Puerto del Rosario

The most important locations on Fuerteventura South: Costa Calma, Jandia, Morro Jable, Gran Tarajal, Cofete, La Lajita, La Pared, Las Playitas, Pajara

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The South of Fuerteventura was the last area to be developed as a tourist area on the island as there was a need to create an infrastructure first. Nowadays, it represents the most important tourist area of Fuerteventura with sandy beaches, optimal surfing conditions and plenty of recreational and nightlife possibilities. The most important villages are:

Costa Calma, Jandía, Morro Jable, Gran Tarajal, La Pared, Pájara