Have I landed on Mars?

One night I had a dream. It was 5am, and I couldn’t sleep because I was tossing and turning thinking about quarantine.

When I finally managed to fall asleep, I had an incredible dream. I was surrounded by beautiful wilderness in the middle of nowhere, walking on dark sand heading towards the ocean. I took a deep breath, and I felt a sense of freedom that I’ve never felt in my life.

When I woke up, the first thing I thought was: “Where was this mystical place that led me to feel this freedom?”

Call me crazy, but after doing some research about where this magical dark-sanded location could be, I bought a ticket to Lanzarote.

With whom, you ask? Just me, myself and I.

I highly recommend travelling alone sometimes. It helps you reconnect with your true self, push yourself out of your comfort zone, get creative and immerse yourself in experiences that you could have never imagined.

When I just landed in Lanzarote, I was taken aback by the natural surroundings. The island is made of volcanic landscapes, lava fields, rocks in impossible formations, black and red earth contrasting with whitewashed houses, deep blue sea and light blue sky.

No fancy restaurants, no glamorous beach clubs. Lanzarote is perfect for those who want to stay in touch with nature without any distractions. A silent place to recharge your batteries and meditate surrounded by the power of Mother Earth.

I’m not gonna lie: because it’s a very introspective land, I think a few days are enough. You don’t need to take much – you just need a pair of sneakers, a bikini for your surfing lesson and a comfy sweatshirt for the windy nights!

Where to stay in Lanzarote

Hotel Palacio Ico

Located in the village of Teguise, Palacio Ico is a boutique hotel with a super intimate atmosphere. Inside the structure you can enjoy the patio, a traditional Spanish garden where travelers and tourists can drink a glass of wine surrounded by plants and cacti.

Irene at the reception is a very kind soul who will help you out during your stay!

https://www.instagram.com/hotelpalacioico/

Alava Suites

Alava Suites is a peaceful escape with beautiful minimalistic design. It’s a bed and breakfast with all the luxury comforts you need: yoga lessons, sunday brunches and a private pool area. The essentials to unwind and reset your mind.

https://www.instagram.com/alavasuites/

PS – Alava suites just launched its new brand, Alava Brand, specialising in conscious fashion made with organic conscious textiles. Take a look!

https://www.instagram.com/alavabrand/

Where to eat in Lanzarote

Restaurante Dunas de Famara

Located at the bottom of the Risco de Tamara, you have to sample their fresh fish during your stay!

https://www.instagram.com/restaurantedunasdefamara/

Creme Cafe

A gorgeous aesthetic cafe, whose girly pink interior makes for amazing Instagram content! Brunch is always a good idea here.

https://www.instagram.com/cremelanzarote/

Cantina Teguise

The perfect place to try the traditional food of Lanzarote, and immerse yourself in the local experience.

https://www.instagram.com/cantinateguise/

What to see in Lanzarote

Mirador del Rio

A wonderful all-encompassing viewpoint, where you can overlook the island of Lanzarote and spot a hidden gem: La Graciosa.

La Graciosa is a beautiful little island close to Lanzarote, with no more than 700 residents.

Jardin de Cactus

A unique garden created by the architect Cesar Manrique. You can discover a huge 4,500 specimens of 450 different species of cactus from the 5 continents. This is a stunning location where you can experience the vibe of Lanzarote, and take super cool pics for your Insta of course!

Fundación Cesar Manrique

As you can see, Cesar Manrique had a huge influence on the design style, architecture and art in Lanzarote. Most of the sites you can visit on the island were created by him.

The Cesar Manrique Foundation was created to celebrate the house-studio of the artist, and showcase his incredible art collection.

https://www.instagram.com/fundacioncesarmanrique/

Cueva de los Verdes

A cavernous underground hole created by the lava of La Corona Volcano. La Cueva is one of the deepest and most interesting caves on the planet – so it’s a must-visit.

Playa de Famara

Surfers’ wonderland! Famara Beach is known to be the best spot for surfers in Lanzarote. I highly recommend you to take a walk on the beach and listen to the natural music from the ocean waves.

You can book your tour at turismolanzarote.com, the official web platform of Lanzarote.

My final thoughts on Lanzarote

I am still overwhelmed by the beauty I have seen on this uncontaminated island. During my time there I experienced nothing but the unconditional power of Mother Earth – which taught me a few important lessons. I think that every experience happened for a reason. It wasn’t the most glamorous and fun trip I’ve ever had, but it was one of the most meaningful to me.

Our planet is currently facing so many disasters all over the world. The earth is trying to tell us to slow down and completely reevaluate our lifestyles. 

What does it mean? It means that our actions determine the status quo of our Earth, and there’s no time for us to live unconsciously.

As an individual, I’m committed to taking small actions to preserve our planet: reduce my consumption of plastic, choose recycled materials, and support sustainable brands with good quality materials and high values. I’ve never believed in drastic changes, but if we all take small steps, we can definitely start a conscious revolution.

Tell me: what would you do to protect your planet?

Let me know what you think! I hope this guide helps you plan your next amazing journey. And please, always listen to your dreams 🙂

Good Vibes Only!

Viky