Why move to Corralejo
With miles of broad, beautiful beaches and a plethora of reasonably priced accommodation Corralejo is for anyone in search of a down to earth Spanish island resort.
Located 100 kilometres from the coast of Morocco on the second largest of the Canary Islands, Corralejo is the most popular tourist resort on Fuerteventura. Despite the usual high rises and warrens of holiday apartments the town has a slightly bohemian character thanks in part to the expats drawn here for the surfing. You will always find space to lay your towel along the miles of gorgeous wide beaches even at the height of tourist season. And if that’s not enough sand for you, head south to the vast Sahara-like El Jable dunes, protected as a Parque Nacional.
The town is a mixture of modern grid planned streets and a narrow roads which surround the port and comprise the old town. Here you can still find the occasional fisherman’s cottage and spend your days eating fresh seafood in one of the many seafood restaurants. This is the perfect spot to explore the oceans, whether on a surfboard or in a glass bottomed ferry, bringing the marvellous oceans to life and taking you to the neighbouring islands.
Community
Fuerteventura is the least populated of all the Canaries (people here are outnumbered by goats) and even this, its most popular resort town is home to just 10,000 people. They are a friendly bunch though, drawn to the island from all over the world for the relaxed atmosphere and its very healthy climate.
Property
You’ll find a great choice of homes in Corralejo, with many townhouses and villas to choose from, although the best value is likely to be found in one of the many modern apartment blocks and urbanisations.
Amenities
The resort’s main shopping area, Avenida de Nuestra Señora del Carmen,is where you will find the modern shops, while the old town is the place for bars, cafes and restaurants. Although Corralejo is geared up for tourists you will find all your practical needs catered for, with banks, post offices and supermarkets.
Transport
Corralejo is around a 40 minute drive from Fuerteventura airport. If you are without your own transport a number of bus services connect with the capital, Puerto del Rosario and the airport. Ferries also regularly take passengers on the 30 minute voyage from the town’s port to Playa Blanca in Lanzarote.
Employment
The island’s most significant revenue comes from tourism, so much of the work you will find will be in bars, restaurants and the property industry. Try the capital, Puerto de Rosario if you have good Spanish and would like to find office based work.
Health
In town you will find a public health centre, including an emergency room along with a variety of private clinics, dentists and pharmacies. The nearest hospital can be found in the capital, Puerto del Rosario around a half hour drive south.
Schools
One of the main things people with young families will want to consider when moving to Corralejo are schools. The town has several Spanish public schools for all ages, but the island as a whole has no international schools, so if you want to follow the UK education system they will have to take the ferry to Lanzarote.
Cost of Living
Because of its distance from mainland Spain, food tends to cost a bit more here due to import costs so expect to pay close to what you might in your home country. For home owners there are other advantages such as low property taxes.