Lanzarote Express

By Robert Braddock

Lanzarote: Lost in Time


On the remote island of Lanzarote, where the Atlantic waves crash against ancient volcanic cliffs, a strange phenomenon had begun to unfold. The locals, long accustomed to the island’s fierce beauty, began to notice subtle changes. The sun would rise in the wrong direction, birds would fly backward, and the waves seemed to recede into the ocean only to crash against the shore in reverse.

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Here's a short poem inspired by Lanzarote:


Robert Braddock


In Lanzarote, life is a dance,

A rhythm that flows with nature's glance.


With sun-kissed skies and turquoise seas,

The island whispers tales of breeze.


The locals embrace each passing day,

A symphony of laughter, love, and play.


Their warmth, a testament to island life,

A celebration of spirit, free from strife.


Lanzarote's beauty is a sight to behold,

A tapestry of colors, vibrant and bold.


In the endless spring, life is a song,

A harmonious journey that all belong.


Through volcanic landscapes, stories are told,

Of culture and heritage, rich as gold.


In Lanzarote, life is a masterpiece,

A canvas painted with love, joy, and peace.

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Here's a short poem inspired by Lanzarote:


Robert Braddock


Oh, Lanzarote, island of eternal spring,

A volcanic treasure with wonders to bring.


With rugged landscapes and clear azure seas,

Your beauty is endless, a sight that does please.


The Timanfaya's lava fields, fiery and bold,

A testament to nature's strength, a story untold.


And in the depths of the Museo Atlantico,

Sculptures submerged, a unique sight to show.


Lanzarote, a gem of the Canary Isles,

Your charm and allure never cease to beguile.

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From Timanfaya's fiery embrace,

To Costa Teguise's ocean-kissed face.


Lanzarote's treasures are there to behold,

A symphony of beauty, a story to unfold.


In Playa Blanca's sun-soaked sands,

Where azure waves gently kiss the lands.


Famara's surf whispers tales untold,

A haven of serenity, a sight to behold.


Arrecife's charm, a vibrant town,

Where culture and cuisine do astound.


Through Puerto del Carmen's bustling lanes,

Lanzarote's essence, forever remains.


With each step, a new adventure calls,

From Jameos del Agua's cavernous halls.


To the Natural Swimming Pools, a serene retreat,

Lanzarote's wonders, always a treat.

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Surfing in Lanzarote, a dance divine,

Where waves and wind, in harmony, intertwine.


With board in hand, a rider seeks the crest,

To carve a path, on azure canvas dressed.


From Famara's shores, where surfers find their muse,

A symphony of power, in ocean's blues.


The reef breaks roar, as barrels take their form,

A playground of freedom, where passions are born.


In La Santa's embrace, the surfers glide,

Embraced by waves, on a never-ending ride.


Lanzarote's spirit, forever wild and free,

A surfer's paradise, where dreams take flight to sea.

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Lanzarote, a canvas of nature's art,

An island of beauty, that sets it apart.


From César Manrique's visionary hand,

To the landscapes that shape this wondrous land.


In the volcanic vistas, colors ignite,

A palette of hues, under the sun's bright light.


Each curve, each line, an artist's dream,

A masterpiece painted, in nature's scheme.


The wind sculptures dance, with the breeze they sway,

A symphony of motion, in an endless play.


As art and nature, in harmony combine,

Lanzarote's allure, forever divine.


Through galleries and sites, Manrique's spirit lives,

In timeless creations, that forever give.


Lanzarote's art, a treasure to behold,

A tapestry of wonder, for the world to unfold.

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César Manrique's spirit lives on in Lanzarote,

Through galleries and sites, his legacy is sought.


The Manrique Foundation, a treasure trove,

Preserves his genius, with passion and love.


His house, a masterpiece in harmony with earth,

Showcases his vision, of beauty and worth.


From Mirador del Río, to Jameos del Agua caves,

His touch is evident, in the landscapes he gave.


In Lanzarote's heart, his art takes flight,

A symphony of form, in nature's light.


Through time and space, Manrique's art prevails,

A testament to talent, that never fails.

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Here's a short poem inspired by Lanzarote:


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Lanzarote, a paradise, once serene,

Now choked by crowds, a nightmare scene.


Locals driven from homes, in cars they sleep,

While tourists flock, their wallets deep.


The island groans, beneath the weight,

Of tourist hordes, a cruel fate.


Resources strained, the environment frays,

As protests rise, to voice dismay.


A cry for balance, a plea for change,

To save Lanzarote, from this exchange.


Where profits soar, while locals reel,

A tale of greed, that's all too real.


Lanzarote, a cautionary tale,

Of tourism's cost, on a grand scale.


A call for wisdom, to guide the way,

To protect the island, for a brighter day.

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In Lanzarote's volcanic soil,

The vineyards flourish, through toil.


Grapes ripen, beneath the sun,

A bounty of wine, for everyone.


La Geria Valley, a sight to behold,

Where wines are crafted, stories are told.


Bodegas dot the lunar scene,

A journey of taste, that's so serene.


From El Grifo, to Bodegas Stratvs,

Each winery, a gift from above.


Their wines unique, a flavor so bold,

A testament to this island of gold.


Lanzarote, an oenophile's dream,

Where wine flows, like a heavenly stream.


A treasure trove, of vineyards and more,

A taste of paradise, forever in store.

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In the mists of time, Lanzarote lay,

A land of secrets, from ages away.


The Majos tribe, first to call it home,

A simple life, in this volcanic dome.


Then came explorers, from distant lands,

With maps and ships, to conquer sands.


French and Spanish, fought for control,

As Lanzarote's fate, began to unfold.


Volcanoes roared, and lava flowed,

A fiery eruption, that all but slowed.


But from the ashes, a new life grew,

As Lanzarote's spirit, remained true.


Today, this island stands, resilient and bold,

A tapestry of history, a story to behold.


From ancient past, to present day,

Lanzarote's legacy, forever on display.

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As day gives way, to golden night,

Lanzarote's sunset, a glorious sight.


A canvas of colors, painted above,

A symphony of light, a whisper of love.


The sun dips low, kisses the sea,

A dance of hues, for all to see.


Red and orange, purple and pink,

A radiant glow, that makes you think.


In the stillness, as shadows creep,

Lanzarote's magic, so tender, so deep.


With every grain of sand that slips,

A moment, forever in heart, eclipse.


Oh, sunset in Lanzarote, a sight to behold,

A treasure of beauty, forever to unfold.


As twilight falls, and stars ignite,

Lanzarote's charm, forever bright.

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As dawn breaks, over Lanzarote's shore,

A new day begins, with beauty in store.


The sun rises, painting skies anew,

A morning blessing, just for you.


Wake up, dear friend, to a paradise found,

Where endless wonders, in peace, abound.


Breathe deep, the ocean's salty air,

A symphony of waves, that banish care.


Open your eyes, to landscapes so grand,

Where nature's brush, has painted this land.


Rise and shine, embrace the day,

In Lanzarote's arms, you'll forever stay.


So wake up, dear friend, and greet the sun,

A new adventure has begun.


In Lanzarote's embrace, you'll find delight,

A morning blessing, shining bright.

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A vessel glides, upon the sea,

Along Lanzarote's coast, so free.


With wind in sails, and waves below,

A journey begins, where wonders flow.


The shore unfolds, a tapestry grand,

As Lanzarote's beauty, takes command.


From rugged cliffs, to sandy bays,

The island's charm, in full display.


Through aquamarine depths, it roams,

Where dolphins play, and seabirds home.


A symphony of sun and spray,

On Lanzarote's shores, forever play.


This boat, a wanderer of the seas,

Explores Lanzarote, with graceful ease.


Upon the waves, it finds its course,

In Lanzarote's embrace, a love endures.

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Here's a short poem inspired by Lanzarote:


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César Manrique, a spirit divine,

Witnesses changes, in his Lanzarote shrine.


With eyes of love, and heart so true,

He watches over, the island he knew.


As concrete rises, and nature fades,

His spirit stirs, in restless shades.


For every tree that's cut and felled,

His heart weeps, for a paradise unwell.


The balance lost, between growth and grace,

César's spirit, a mournful trace.


His passion for harmony, now put to test,

A dream disrupted, a vision at rest.


Yet hope remains, in hearts that care,

For Lanzarote's beauty, so rare.


César's spirit, a guiding light,

To protect his paradise, and do what's right.

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In Lanzarote's land of sun and fun,

An unlucky traveler, on the run.


Missed connections, lost bags, and more,

A comedy of errors, at every shore.


With map in hand, he wandered far,

Only to find, he'd misplaced his car.


Trips and spills, a common theme,

A journey that seemed, a twisted dream.


Through rain and shine, his luck, it waned,

Yet in Lanzarote, he still remained.


For even with mishaps, one after another,

The island's charm, like no other.


So our traveler, with heart so light,

Laughed off his woes, and saw the bright.


For in Lanzarote, he'd forever be,

A lucky soul, in this paradise free.

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With eyes of wonder, and heart so true,

I watch over Lanzarote, the island I knew.


A paradise found, where memories dwell,

Yet changes come, and stories tell.


As concrete towers, pierce the sky,

I feel the weight, of a heartfelt sigh.


For every wave that kisses the shore,

My love for Lanzarote, forevermore.


Yet in its people, I find my hope,

Their passion, resilience, and strength to cope.


Together, we stand, as guardians true,

To protect Lanzarote, our island, so blue.


For even as changes, sweep the land,

The spirit of Lanzarote, will forever stand.


And in our hearts, it will remain,

A love that endures, through joy and pain.

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Here's a short poem inspired by Lanzarote:


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In Lanzarote's golden embrace,

A tramp wandered, with weathered face.


His home, the land, his roof, the sky,

A vagabond spirit, that couldn't be tied.


With every step, a journey unfolds,

Through rugged trails, and stories untold.


His eyes, a window to a life unbound,

A soul that danced, to a different sound.


His world, a canvas of endless hues,

Each day, a treasure, that he would choose.


Through villages quaint, and landscapes grand,

A nomad heart, that roamed the land.


Yet in Lanzarote's arms, he'd find reprieve,

A haven of peace, where he'd weave.


A tapestry of dreams, beneath the stars,

A vagabond's tale, of journey's far.

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Here's a short poem inspired by Lanzarote:


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In Lanzarote, life's a vibrant dance,

With local days, that weave a romance.


Through villages quaint, and spirits high,

The island comes alive, under the sky.


Kings Day Parade, a spectacle grand,

As children cheer, with sweets in hand.


Carnaval, a feast of colors and sound,

A celebration of joy, that knows no bound.


Ironman, a test of strength and will,

Where champions rise, and dreams fulfill.


Corpus Christi, a sacred day,

With flowers strewn, to guide the way.


San Ginés, a fiesta so bright,

As fireworks light, the starry night.


Festival "Virgen de los Dolores",

A tribute to faith, that forever endures.


Oh, Lanzarote's local days, a sight to see,

A tapestry of joy, in harmony.


In the island's embrace, the days unfold,

A symphony of life, forever to behold.

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