Costa Calma Holidays

As a calm and laid-back resort, you’ll find more going on outside of the resort than within the resort itself. Nevertheless, you can satisfy the shopper within by enjoying a retail splurge at the many shopping centres located around the town, like Sotavento Shopping Centre. Souvenirs can be acquired from the stalls on the beachfront, where you can tuck into tapas whilst watching the windsurfers in action.

A wind park can be found behind the town and it’s a fantastic place for a photo opportunity. Spend your Sundays at the weekly market or if you fancy it, travel to one of the nearby resorts. A 20-mile journey to Morro Jable will be well worth it, if you have the time, because it’s home to an ancient lighthouse, turtle nursery, and Jandia Natural Park.

Costa Calma's main attraction is, of course, the beach. A 1.5-kilometre stretch of white sand attracts families, couples and people of all ages. Beach facilities are available, and if you get hungry or thirsty during your sunbathing session, walk a few steps to the eateries positioned on the banks behind the beach.

Fuerteventura has no shortage of beaches. In fact, the island has over 150 beautiful bays, so if you want a change of scenery, you will be spoilt for choice. Caleta de Fuste entices families with 800 metres of coastline, while Corralejo has more of a tropical vibe. Sunbathe and gaze at the Isla de Lobos, or head to one of the other recommended beaches, like the Sotavento Islands and Cofete. If you want to see your own lunch being caught, discover the darker sands of Gran Tarajal.

The grapes that grow around the Canary Islands are primarily white, with the aromatic intensity of the Malvasia grape contributing immensely to wine production. Fuerteventura is actually quite well-known for producing high-quality white and red wines. Wine tasting and winery tours can be organised during your holiday to Costa Calma. After learning about how the wine is made and which type of wine pleases your taste buds the most, ordering at the local restaurants will be a breeze.

Pair seafood pizza with white wine at Ristorante Pizzeria L'Italiano, or order a bottle of red wine at Restaurante San Borondón to enhance the flavour of a red meat dish, such as steak casserole. Fine dining options in Costa Calma include, but are not limited to, Terraza El Gato, Cafe Berlin, and La Bodega de Jandia. You’ll also find a wide range of beach bars that serve fruity cocktails in a casual setting, including Beach Bar Horizonte.

With the majority of people who book a holiday to Costa Calma visiting with young ones or as part of a family, the nightlife scene doesn't really exist past midnight. On the other hand, the long stretch of coastline is lined with beach bars and restaurants, so you can indulge in happy hour deals nonetheless. Corralejo is without a doubt the best place for lively nights out in Fuerteventura so if clubbing is on the agenda, keep this in mind.

Some of the best family hotels in Fuerteventura can be found in Costa Calma, which just proves that this area is suitable for holidays with the relatives. If you were to look at Costa Calma from a bird’s-eye view, you would notice how most, if not all, of the hotels and suites are designed with large swimming pools. This, combined with entertainment and buffet food options, is enough to keep the kids satisfied.

When spending an entire day at the beach, you need not worry about the kids getting sunburnt, thanks to the fact sheltered bays are easily accessible. Willing to travel a little further around the island to enjoy quality time with the loved ones? If so, spot rare birdlife at Lobos Island, plunge into refreshing pools of water at the Acua Water Park, or head to Oasis Park to watch sea lion shows and encounter various animal species.

Aside from the fact that you can lounge poolside, relax on your private terrace, and walk along the beach at sunset with your partner, there’s more to a holiday in Costa Calma than meets the eye. Couples who are staying in this beach resort town won’t have difficulty exploring new terrain, whether it’s by bicycle, scooter, taxi, car hire or bus.

Partners who enjoy hiking and nature should consider a trip to Jandia Natural Park and Corralejo Natural Park. A kiss in front of the Morro Jable Lighthouse will be very romantic, whereas artistic individuals will enjoy perusing masterpieces from contemporary artists at Centro de Arte - Casa Mane. There’s even a volcano on the island and a museum that hosts cheese production exhibits.

Getting your adrenaline fix when on holiday in Costa Calma won’t be hard. Not only can you try out a variety of water sports, including stand-up paddle boarding, but also, you can hike to Pico de la Zarza. It will take you five hours to reach the summit, so make sure your fitness levels are up before you begin the challenge.

Segway tours prove popular, as do trips to Castillo del Tostón. Admire sweeping views from the castle, which conceals history and art exhibitions within its ancient walls. Scuba diving, snorkelling, and sailing tours can be arranged, too.

Notice the Spanish influences when exploring the Canary Islands. Vibrant and intriguing, the culture is just as favourable as the climate, which is said to be one of the best in the world. Although the traditions, arts and culinary scene have been shaped by the Spaniards, a lot of things remain unique. Those things include the language and the traditional music, of which you can hear and dance to between February and March, when the Carnival kicks off.

The international fiesta is celebrated by the 1.6 million people that inhabit the Canary Islands, including the local people you’ll visit during your holiday in Costa Calma. Festivals are a way of life for the people of Fuerteventura and beyond, so expect the atmosphere to be electric if your holiday to Costa Calma takes place during the Carnival, Corpus Christi, or the pilgrimage of San Marcos, to name but a few annual celebrations.