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Are you getting away on a holiday to Lanzarote soon and fancy trying out something different? After you have tried out the jet skiis and lazed about in the sun, why not take to the waters on a fishing adventure. Fishing is actually one of the UK's most popular pastimes, and with over 3 million people taking part including hard man Vinnie Jones, they must be onto something good; so grab some beers, let the fresh air blow away your hangover and see if you can get a nibble on the end of your rod. Lanzarote is blessed with a superb climate all year round and so lends itself to almost perfect fishing conditions. With both novices and experts catered for in equal measure, you'll soon be pulling some crackers out of the water. Although typically a sport for the guys (perfect for stag weekends), fishing is open to everyone, there is always beginners luck for the ladies to rely on! There are three main types of fishing in Lanzarote; surf fishing, pier fishing and deep sea fishing. Both surf and pier fishing are ideal for guys looking for a relaxing experience where you can be at one with the world, do battle with nature and concentrate your skills on landing the perfect catch. Who knows you may even catch yourself some dinner, and to be honest, what's better than grilling your own fish on the bbq with your mates and saving yourself some beer money in the process.  For the proper hardcore amongst you, then deep-sea fishing is a fantastic experience. You'll want to book through an organised excursion, companies such as Lanzarote Fishing and Sport Fishing Lanzarote offer a brilliant days fishing, and with Bluefin Tuna, Yellowmouth Barracuda, Blue Marlin and a whole host of gigantic fish on offer, you'll need all the strength you can muster to reel these babies in. So whether you know your snapper from your amberjack, next time you are looking for something different to do on a holiday to Lanzarote, why not give fishing a go!