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Fuerteventura Weather – a Resident’s Guide (not an App)
The weather in Fuerteventura makes the climate one of the best in the world. Of course, I have not visited everywhere to compare, but I am quite well travelled. The climate was one of the most important reasons I moved here. Fuerteventura’s weather is not extreme. It is rarely very hot in summer, as it…
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Can You Drink the Water in Fuerteventura?
If you are coming to Fuerteventura on holiday, then asking if you can drink the tap water in Fuerteventura is not an unreasonable question. Tap water in Fuerteventura is safe to drink; however, it contains a high amount of chlorine, so it doesn’t taste very good. It is fine for washing and brushing your teeth,…
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Retiring to Fuerteventura – How We Did It
My wife, Sue, and I sold up in the UK before retiring to Fuerteventura in 2013. We chose to live in the north of Fuerteventura as that was the area we knew best and obviously liked. This is the full story of why, where, when and how we retired here which I hope may help…
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Is Fuerteventura in the EU? Duty free allowances
There seems to be quite a bit of confusion amongst visitors about whether Fuerteventura is a part of the EU. Is Fuerteventura in the EU? Yes, Fuerteventura, and the Canary Islands, are part of the Outermost Regions of the EU but it is not part of the EU Customs Union so VAT does not apply…
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Fuerteventura Airport Guide for Visitors – by a Resident
If you are planning a trip to the stunning island of Fuerteventura, located in the Canary Islands, you will be arriving at Fuerteventura Airport. As the only airport on the island, it’s an essential hub for tourists and locals, serving millions of passengers annually. For those who haven’t visited Fuerteventura before, I have created this…
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Are There Mosquitoes in Fuerteventura or Other Creepy Crawlies?
For anyone sensitive to mosquito bites, asking if there are mosquitoes in Fuerteventura is a fair question if you plan to visit the island. I am sorry to disappoint you. There are. However, please don’t worry; although they are found here, they are not a massive problem as they can be elsewhere. Mosquitoes can be…
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Is Fuerteventura Windy? Fuerteventura Wind Myths
Who says it is windy in Fuerteventura? I grant you that the Fuerteventura wind can be quite strong, particularly at certain times of the year. But that is often a good thing as it helps to keep the temperature down to a nice level during the summer and it also makes kite and wind surfers…
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The Big Calima in Fuerteventura and the Canary Islands
On Saturday 22nd February 2020 a big Calima hit the Canary Islands and Fuerteventura was directly in the firing line. It lasted for three days and was the worst Calima for 40 years some authorities are saying. What is a Calima? A Calima is a recognised named wind which blows from the Sahara desert westwards…
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Come back tourists, all is forgiven. Fuerteventura is empty.
The restrictions imposed my governments around the world on travel is having a big impact in Fuerteventura, and the Canary Islands in general. Fuerteventura relies heavily on the tourist trade to provide employment for the residents of the island. The hotels and other tourist related businesses have now been mostly closed for 6 months. This…
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Naturist Beaches in Fuerteventura | Naturist Hotels and Villas
Fuerteventura is a very naturist-friendly island. Although there are no designated naturist beaches in Fuerteventura, you will find naturists on almost every beach provided that is not in the built-up area of a resort or town. The law in Spain (and therefore in Fuerteventura) allows for public nudity in any “natural” place. Most beaches in…