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Lanzarote Photography Locations + Travel Guide

Lisa Michele Burns — Mon, 14 Aug 2017 14:31:18 +0000

Lanzarote – A Volcanic Beauty of the Canary Islands As far as landscapes are concerned, Lanzarote looks a little like the planet Mars blended with the Mediterranean Coast. It’s barren and rocky scenery is so shocking at first glimpse it actually takes a while for your eyes to adjust to the lack of green. Located in the Canary Islands of Spain off the coast of Morocco, Lanzarote is a rare find. The closest I’ve come to seeing a landscape similar was in Iceland but even there you’ll find green moss covering the lava fields. On Lanzarote you’ve got blue skies contrasting beautifully with volcanic craters and teal seas. White villages are scattered along the coast line and in the interior you’ll find palm groves and vineyards growing amidst black volcanic soil. For photographers there’s plenty to keep you busy so below you’ll find a guide to the most photogenic locations on Lanzarote. As always I’ll kick things off with a map highlighting where each location is, then below you’ll find a more detailed description along with tips on getting around and where to stay on Lanzarote. Playa de Papagayo Perhaps the best beach on Lanzarote, Playa de Papagayo is at...

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Diving at Europe’s First Underwater Museum

Lisa Michele Burns — Mon, 07 Aug 2017 20:00:27 +0000

Scuba Diving at Europe’s First Underwater Museum The water has an effect on me like no other environment. There’s an instant calm from the moment I jump in and take a dive beneath the surface. No noise, no crowds just a feeling of weightlessness in the waves. For the past six years I’ve been working as a professional underwater photographer however only to a depth where I could hold my breath unassisted. And I’m no free diver so we’re talking 3-4metres max! To finally do something about exploring more of the ocean, last month I flew to a little volcanic island off the coast of Morocco to get my Open Water Dive Certificate. Lanzarote is known to most as a British holiday haven, where all you can eat and drink restaurants lure groups looking to have a good time. My trip though had nothing to do with cocktails and deck chairs, it was all about what lies beneath the water. Europe’s First Underwater Museum Just off the coast of Lanzarote are an incredible series of over 300 individual statues lathered in coral and sea grass. Created by British artist Jason deCaires Taylor, these underwater worlds are where art blends with...

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