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Currently, there is only two golf courses on the Island, (but more are planned around the Island) Fuerteventura Golf Club in Caleta de Fuste, and designed by Juan Catarimeau. The Spanish Open was hosted here in 2004. The golf course also houses a 5 star clubhouse, the Elba Palace Golf Resort Hotel, which also has a pro shop, a resident PGA professional, a driving range, chipping area, practice bunker and putting green. The course’s greens are kept beautiful regardless of the sun and modest rain they receive, but the winds are a test for all golfers. The other course is at the Hotel Barceló in Morro Jable - an 18-hole Golf course, which provides an excellent setting for enjoying the game together with sea views.
There is a broad choice of restaurants to be found on Fuerteventura, and both local and International cuisine can be obtained. A lot of visitors have very unadventurous tastes when it comes to their food, and especially children who can be particularly fussy about what they will eat. There are many restaurants, especially in the North of the Island, that provide English dishes. English breakfasts are available in all of the major resorts, and traditional Sunday Lunches can also be found in many establishments
There is an extensive selection of accommodation on Fuerteventura, the most popular types being apartments, hotels, villas, bungalows and rural houses. Whether you're travelling on a budget or looking for more luxurious accommodation, there is sure to be something to suit all budgets. Nightlife in Fuerteventura is livelier in the resort of Corralejo; other parts of the Island will be comparatively quiet.
Puerto del Rosario is the capital of Fuerteventura and is situated around a busy working port, it was once known as Puerto Cabras (Goat's Port). Cruise ships use this port and it is also a base for ferries that travel between Fuerteventura and some of the other Islands. There are a selection of small restaurants, bars and souvenir shops. There is not a lot to attract tourism and there are not many historic buildings, except for the Casa Museo de Unamuno in Calle del Rosario, where the Basque poet - Miguel de Unamuno lived for the duration of his exile on the Island. The Island’s Court house and Parliamentary buildings are situated beside the Church of the Virgen del Rosario. Puerto del Rosario has its own beach and can be found to the south of the capital. This lovely beach has good waves; however, there are signs that warn of strong currents, so caution is essential when bathing there.
Antigua
Antigua is a quiet Town, the administrative centre for the Municipality of Antigua in the center of the Island and is located around a 10 minute drive from Puerto del Rosario. Antigua was built during the 18th Century and is one of the oldest towns on the Island. It was known as the Capital of Fuerteventura in 1812 and then once more from 1835 to 1836.
The Centro de Artesania Molino de Antigua is located on the edge of the Town, which is placed around a restored original windmill. Demonstrations of the work of the ‘Majorero’ craftsmen are shown here and exhibitions that are vital to the continuance of many of the Islands customs. Positioned in lovely gardens with cacti and palm trees, and the actual building is a fine example of traditional architecture combining stone and wood. The Island craft fair (Feria Insular de Artesania) occurs here annually in May or June and is certainly merits a visit. Folklore groups and local craftsmen can be seen here swapping experiences and selling their wares.
The Church Iglesia de la Virgen de la Antigua dates back to the 18th Century; although initially the original hermitage was erected in honour of the Virgen de Antigua at the end of the 15th Century.
All over Fuerteventura, Carnival is celebrated with much zest, but especially in Antigua. The fiestas are the ideal place to sample some of the local dishes such as baifo (roasted young goat). The festival of the Virgen de Antigua is held on the 8th September each year, and features a ‘Rancho de Pascuas’, (groups of musicians playing various instruments).
The majority of the Municipality of Antigua covers an area around 200m above sea level, adding the ever present trade winds made it perfect for the positioning of windmills. Salt mines dating back to the 18th Century are dotted along the coastline and is a prime example of the resourcefulness of using natural ecology of the sun and sea to mine the salt. The Caleta de Fuste tower fortress is located at the entrance to the bay and dates back to the 18th Century. This is an ideal location for families with children as swimming is considered safe here. Nowadays, old and new blend perfectly - with a marina where you will find catamarans to take trips out to sea. There is an aquarium and several private pleasure boats.
Resorts in Fuerteventura
Caleta de Fuste
Caleta de Fuste is also known as ‘Castillo’ and is located around 10km from the airport. It is probably the Island’s busiest holiday resort, purpose built around the Town of Caleta de Fuste. The resort has a horseshoe shaped beach, which is man-made and has imported golden sand. More manmade beaches have been created between the newly constructed Sheraton Hotel and the Atlantico commercial centre.
The resort is progressively increasing in amenities and status, there is a long main street that is lined with low-rise buildings that house a number of restaurants and bars and nightlife is reasonably lively here. There are many water sports available, boat trips and underwater tours on a submarine. Accommodation here is mainly in apartment blocks, though there are a couple of hotels.
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