Having lived in Lanzarote for over 7 years, I currently have a fantastic job at Active Adventures.

Active Adventures specialise in scuba diving and water sports activity holidays, for beginners to experts. Our holidays are designed to leave you sun-kissed and motivated. Focusing on centres that are SOCIAL and INSPIRING.

 
With handpicked teams to get the best of each location, and a service we would recommend to our own families, I thought it was definitely something I should bring to the attention of members of Gay Lanza. Whether it would be something you are looking to do in Lanzarote, or you’re a resident looking to go somewhere different, we can tailor the perfect package for you.

Lanzarote has a relaxed, tranquil ambience and is the perfect place to recharge those batteries. A great place to do a mix of adventure activities and water sports, travelling solo, with friends or family.

Feel free to contact us for more information:-

paul@activeadventures.co.uk

Or visit Active Adventures website

The team at Gay Lanza and Gay Lanzarote couldn’t attend the recent Pride Festival so we’ve been reading the reports with interest.

Rex Wockner said “About 250 people paraded through the streets of Puerto del Carmen” in his report 1st Pride Lanzarote.

La Voz de Lanzarote reported that the organisation had told them more than 3,000 people participated “Más de 3.000 personas, según la organización, pudieron disfrutar del intenso y festivo ambiente que se respiraba en la Avenida de las Playas de Puerto del Carmen” in their report La celebración de Orgullo Gay tomó la avenida de Las Playas

Were you there? What was it like? Please tell us your thoughts either in comments, by email info@gaylanza.com or our in our forum.

The island of Lanzarote was recently promoted at the Gay Pride in Madrid. A float from Lanzarote took part in the parade which distributed thousands of leaflets, posters, t-shirts amongst other promotional items throughout the 5 day event.

The slogan for Lanzarote was "Sol, Playas... y Libertad" which translates to Sun, Beaches and Liberty.

The Patronato de Turismo and Sociedad de Promoción Exterior de Lanzarote collaborated with Viajes La Lupe an LGBT friendly travel agency based in Madrid to promote the destination of Lanzarote around the gay district of Chueca.

Event: Ladybirds Fresh Party Concept For Girls & Women

Venue: Pura Vida Bar, Playa Quemada, Lanzarote

Date: 25 September 2010

Entry: Free

More information: www.ladybirds.be & www.ladybirdslanzarote.com

12 July 2010

Fondeadero Puerto del Carmen

20:00  Inauguration of  Festival. Presentation of the exhibition "Educate to transform"

13 July 2010

Fondeadero Puerto del Carmen

20:00 Film Screening: "20 centimetors"

14 July 2010

Fondeadero Puerto del Carmen

Film Screening: "I can not think straight"

15 July 2010

Fondeadero Puerto del Carmen

Film Screening: "Gohato"

16 July 2010

In front of Centro Comercial Atlántico

11:00 – 14:00 - Workshops: Urban Dance (Volkhan Squad) children's crafts, theater and hairdressing (ESACAN)

In front of Centro Comercial Atlántico Puerto del Carmen

20:40 Zombie Love

21:00 Escuela de baile Anmy Rodriguez

21:10 Julio Lopez

21:25 Silver Glow

21:35 Jennifer Hernandez

21:50 Escuela de baile Beatriz Senet.

22:00 Jose Martinus

22:15 Destroy Art

22:35 Lanzarote Suena Diferente (LSD)

22:50 DanLanz

23:00 Fusion Argentina

23:50 Dj Marcos (world_collective)

17 July 2010

Playa Grande

11:00 Beach Volleyball Championship

17:00 Parade from Avenida Italia along the Avenida de Las Playas to Hotel Fariones

In front of Centro Comercial Atlántico Puerto del Carmen

20:10 Guaracay

20:20 Legends of Pop

20:35 Volkhan Squad

20:45 Baile Artístico con Aaron y Alba

20:55 Musical West Side Story

21:05 Salsa con Alejandro e Iguanira

21:15 Musical Cats

21:25 Cha-cha-cha con Aaron y Alba

21:35 Rock and roll con Alejandro e Iguanira

21:45 Skin and Hide

22:15 Drag Xoul

22:25 Destiny

22:30 Drag Derrimys

22:40 Lady Gaga Tribute

23:05 Pussicat Dolls Tribute

23:40 Show Alejandro LithGow

Deejays:

00:00  Dj Marcos (world_collective)

01:00 Dj Surfer (Natura Electric Party)

02:00 Hector Pérez (world_collective)

The largest gay parade in Spain is due to take place in Madrid today. The gay pride event started on 30 June through to 4 July with the parade held on the 3rd.  Madrid’s Gay Pride has previously attracted more than two million participants, the parade will start from the Puerta de Alcalá along Gran Vía to the Plaza de España.

Event Programme

• Desfile

La gran manifestación. Es el acto más importante y el más antiguo, lo que la convierte en el buque insignia de estas fiestas, este año centrado en la transexualidad. Bajo el lema Por la igualdad trans, miles de ciudadanos pertenecientes al colectivo gays, lesbianas, bisexuales y transexuales recorrerá la centenaria Gran Vía. Entre la Puerta de Alcalá y plaza de España. Este sábado, 18.00 h.

• Música y baile

Lady Gaga Talent Show. Moverte al ritmo de las canciones de esta diva del siglo XXI puede hacerte ganar una beca para estudiar en una escuela de baile. Plaza de Chueca. Este viernes, 22.00 h.

La noche de los musicales. Al más puro estilo Broadway, el escenario de plaza de España acoge un espectáculo musical: Cómplices: el musical, El hechizo de Broadway. Después se podrá disfrutar de las actuaciones de Entity Base, Lanka, Fran Perea, Toñi Salazar, Innocence, La Unión y DJ Bitto Malvazio. Plaza de España. Este viernes, a partir de las 22.00 h.

Conciertos. Actuaciones de Nacha la Macha, Electronik Boy, Lemon Fly, Algora y Canteca de Macao. Plaza de la Luna. Este viernes, a partir de las 20.00 h.

Fin de fiesta. Conciertos de Daniel Diges, Georgina, José Galisteo, Eliza Doolite y Kylie Minogue. Plaza de España. Mañana, a partir de las 00 h.

• Los más guapos

Mr. Gay. El ganador de este certamen de belleza, presentado por Carmen Alcayde y Ricardo Jordan, representará a España en las galas internacionales Mr. Gay Europa y Mr. Gay Mundo. Para amenizar la noche contarán con las actuaciones de Rosario Mohedano, Anabel Conde, Ella Baila Sola, los chicos de Fama y Nacha Guevara. Callao. Este viernes, 22.00 h.

• Fin de fiestas

Noche flamenca. La noche con más salero de las fiestas del Orgullo Gay trae las actuaciones de Querida Lola, Falete, Princesas del Flamenco (compañía de Rafael Amargo), Carlos DJ y Chechu DJ. Plaza del Rey. Este viernes, desde las 21.00 h.

Club Ococo in Arrecife presented the candidates participating in this years competition for the title of Miss Gay Lanzarote and Miss Gay Arrecife 2010 on the 18 June. The beauty contest will be held on Friday 25 June at 22:00 at Charco de San Ginés, Arrecife, Lanzarote.

Ten of the contestants dressed in traditional Canarian clothes for a visit to Calle Real in the Capital earlier today. The candidates confirmed as competing for the title are:

Jesús Casillas Martín (Cinthia Fernández)

Aytami Rodríguez Ojeda (Patricia Sánchez)

Isidro Pérez Mateo (Rebeca Bolaños)

Jonás Castillo Arencibia (Rachel Martín)

Kevin Farias García (Daniela Rodríguez)

Isidro Pérez Mateo (Lorena Aguilera)

Jonás Castillo Arencibia (Dafne Castillo)

Kevin Farias García (Adatsa García)

Echedey de León Reyes (Nayala Reyes)

César Gando (Sara Gando)

Juraci de León Arbelo (Irina Arbelo)

Carlos Martín Cañada (Amanda Montero)

Antonio Santana Bethancort (Kiara Rivera)

Carmelo Betancort Morales (Anai Portillo)

José Luis Ortega (Dayana Luis)

Yeray de León Rodríguez (Yesica Rodríguez)

Aday García de Ganzo (Anaís García)

The beauty contest has been organised by Lanzaroteño designer Willie Díaz in collaboration with the Concejalía de Festejos del Ayuntamiento de Arrecife. The image is of his winning design Yuma which won the title Reina del Carnival de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 2010.

Miss Gay Lanzarote 2009

Paul has lived in Costa Teguise for several years and offered his insight on where to go in that Lanzarote resort.

Where’s good for entertainment?

Lively Lady’s Showbar in C.C. Nautical opposite Pueblo Marinero for a drag show and a great night out.

Which bar would you suggest?

Jesters Bar just off Pueblo Marinero, they have a mixture of English and Spanish clients attracting both locals and tourists and very gay friendly.

Which is your favourite local beach?

There aren’t any designated gay or nudist beaches in this resort, I would head to Playa Jablillo for the best snorkelling or Playa Las Cucharas for the best beach.

Where do you like to eat out?

Kerman and Repikada situated on either side of Avda Islas Canarias offer a fantastic selection of tapas from the Basque country or try the new La Fuente in C.C. Los Charcos.

Event: Concierto de Cuencos Tibetanos y de Cuarzo, Flauta y Violín

Date: 12 June 2010

Time: 20:30 – 22:00

Venue: Palacio Spínola, Plaza de San Miguel, Villa de Teguise, Lanzarote

Entry: €10