Thursday, September 15, 2011

Jam-packed Holidays to the Canaries

By Chris Brown


Lanzarote is a great choice for those of you trying to decide where to go on holiday for some winter sun. Luckily enough, Lanzarote stays pretty mild all year round, so it's the perfect place to come for some relaxing. You could leave the kids at home or bring them with you - there are plenty of hotels that have great services for kids. Clubs, activities and loads of delicious food is to be had here - so when you can't decide where to holiday, come to Lanzarote! Canaries holidays are actually very affordable too, so there really is absolutely no reason not to go. Make sure you book in advance, you could save a bundle. Cesar Manrique is another great reason to come.

Manrique had two sisters, one which was his twin and the other was a brother. He was born in Arrecife in 1919 on the 24th April and had a great artistic talent. There are many exhibitions of his work which are definitely worth exploring during your time in the Canaries. With lots of late holiday deals you have no excuse!

In 1945, he attended the San Fernando Art School where he graduated with a teaching diploma. By this time, his art work was receiving critical acclaim and Nelson Rockefeller bought several pieces. It was due to this endorsement of his work that he soon had the reputation of being one of Spain's most up and coming artists.

He met famous people such as Andy Warhol - another incredibly famous artist. He used his reputation to good effect and persuaded the local government to think seriously about the effects of tourism on Lanzarote.

He made a conscious move away from the traditional feel of the island. He lived a playboy lifestyle right up to the age of 73, when he was killed in a car accident near his home. He will always be remembered through his art.




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