Lanzarote is a brilliant destination for all kinds of travellers. Gianbruno and I spent five days there and fell in love with its otherworldly landscape. The scenery makes you feel like you’ve landed on the moon – all volcanic rock and dramatic terrain. The island has such a deep respect for its environment, passed down through generations that it genuinely makes you think differently about sustainability and protecting the planet.

Instead of grass, you’ll find black volcanic gravel. Instead of leafy plants, cactus gardens. Because of the wind and volcanic soil, the vegetation grows low to the ground — not up, but out — creating a landscape that’s unusual, inspiring and strangely calming. It’s a place that wakes up your senses in unexpected ways.

We rented a car, and honestly, we’d highly recommend it. Car hire is much cheaper here than on mainland Spain, so we treated ourselves to a convertible Mini — automatic, comfortable and absolutely perfect for exploring. Driving across the island with the sun on our skin and wind in our hair was unforgettable. The roads are in fantastic condition and there’s very little traffic. We went in October and still had warm beach weather, around 27°C (80°F), but without the heavy crowds

What stood out the most was the atmosphere. Unlike some touristy places where you start to feel like a walking wallet, Lanzarote felt refreshingly genuine. No pushy salespeople, no overpriced menus, just real people and local traditions. It didn’t feel like a business, it felt like an invitation to experience a way of life.