GENERAL

The sunny east coast resort of Caleta de Fuste is ideal for those planning a relaxing beachside holiday, and avoiding the crowds of larger resorts. It's an attractive purpose-built resort, free from high-rise building, with a really great beach. Lots of sunshine and fun things to do make holidays to Caleta de Fuste popular with families and couples every year.

Saharan sandy beach...

The first thing you'll want to do on your holiday to Caleta de Fuste is hit the beach - and it's gorgeous. It's glorious wide-open golden sands imported from the Sahara shelve gently into clear waters, making it a safe choice for families with young kids. The amenities are modern and well looked after and there are ample sun loungers and parasols where you can soak up the rays.

Activities...

There's lots to keep you entertained on a Caleta de Fuste holiday, no chance of getting bored here. Water sports are really popular, windsurfing in particular - there are several respected windsurfing schools in town. The waters surrounding Fuerteventura offer top scuba diving opportunities, although you can also explore the ocean by glass-bottomed boat or even a submarine. Fuerteventura's Atlantic location makes it great for dolphin-spotting.

Inland, there's a first-class 18-hole golf course, plus activities like quad biking, mountain biking, jeep safaris and horse riding. The resort has a bowling alley and a multi-screen cinema.

Eat, drink & shop...

Although the nightlife is fairly relaxed, there are still plenty of great bars, clubs and restaurants to enjoy. The picturesque harbour provides the ideal place to unwind with a cocktail and watch the world drift by. Caleta de Fuste is home to a good selection of shops including the modern Atlantica shopping centre.

If you like the sound of Caleta de Fuste...

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