4-Day Girls Trip in Lanzarote Spain

Transportation:

London- Lanzarote flight around 3h

I made a mistake to land in Lunton airport in the midnight, and had to buy a new one as there was no train from the airport to London after 11pm...

My Travel Summary:

This is a different travel blog. I do not want to tell about the travel route or tips. This is a trip about I realised my real me after such a long time. I learned to really slow down and chill and feel the things happened around me. Do you believe manifest? I really felt it during this trip.This blog originally version I wrote on the plane, never expecting that so much could happen in just a short four-day trip—good things, I mean.

I can't even remember the last time I had such carefree fun with friends. This trip was a reward for myself after quitting my job. On the second day after leaving, I flew to this island—Lanzarote. My first impression? It was quite cold. I thought my friend had tricked me into bringing bikinis for swimming! But the reality is that the temperature difference between day and night is huge. When the sun shines during the day, the perceived temperature exceeds 30°C, making it warm and comfortable.

There are a few things from this trip that I must mention:

1. Our accommodation was on a mountain, offering a stunning sunrise view. There were no people around, except for the occasional hiking group passing by. The kitchen faced the sun during the day, and even though I absolutely hate washing dishes, the view outside was so mesmerizing that I forgot I was scrubbing plates. With scenery like this, I’d be willing to stay in the kitchen all day!

2. The house was damp and cold after sunset. People here like to build their homes in shaded areas, which I don't enjoy for sleeping. But thinking about it, the design makes sense. The living room gets sunlight, probably encouraging you to wake up early and laze around on the sofa instead. Not a bad way to start the day.

3. I rented a car from TopCar again, and I have to say, their service is both cheap and excellent. Last time on Fuerteventura, my car got hit, and they quickly replaced it. This time, I had a flat tire—right before my flight! They swiftly drove over, picked me up, and dropped me off directly at the terminal without making me go through any extra procedures. I had less than 1/3 of a tank left and didn’t even have time to refuel, but everything still went smoothly. I even had time to browse duty-free and buy some local wine! The airport security wasn’t too strict about liquids, unlike Stansted, where you have to cram everything into a tiny plastic bag. At Lanzarote and Gatwick, I didn’t have to take out my liquids separately, so I easily passed through with all the cosmetics and sauces I bought.

4. I had a great chat with Gao Ge about the Canary Islands. Between the two of us, we’ve visited 4 out of the 7 islands, but Lanzarote is the only one we both agree is worth revisiting. The weather, environment, sightseeing, and local culture—it was all fantastic.

5. During the hour I waited for roadside assistance after my flat tire, I encountered many locals who offered to help. The contrast with tourists was hilarious—many of them (probably British or American) would walk past, look at my tire, sigh, and then just leave. If I hadn’t been standing there, they might have even taken a video for TikTok as a conversation piece. But the locals? They stopped to ask if I needed a ride, helped move my car to a better spot, and genuinely tried to assist. Even though I’m terrible at recognizing faces and can’t distinguish between different nationalities of white people, I could tell from their accents that the locals weren’t fluent in English but still made an effort to understand me.

6. I’ve always felt that I’m not the easiest person to travel with. I tend to be impatient and get annoyed when I have to wait for others. But this time, I was much more relaxed. I reminded myself that I don’t have a job anymore—there’s no rush. I came here to unwind. We left the house late every morning, and even when I was ready, I’d just sit on the sofa, enjoying the rare good weather instead of feeling restless. Amazingly, despite never having traveled together before, the three of us got along really well. My two friends handled cooking and washing up, making every meal feel like a small ritual. I occasionally helped out, and it felt like we had known each other forever. The level of unspoken understanding we had is rare, even between couples. I joked that when someone cooks, the others naturally feel obligated to contribute—whereas in relationships, men often habitually ignore housework. But among the three of us, it was effortless: you do the dishes, I’ll cook; you boil water for tea, I’ll tidy the table. No arguments, no nagging—just a comfortable, harmonious trip.

7. I recorded a podcast with Gao Ge during the trip, and it helped me gain clarity about my next steps. Freelancing essentially means trading time for money. The upside? More flexibility. The downside? Unstable work and income. Starting a business, on the other hand, requires upfront investment and may mean accepting a negative income at first. Right now, I’m content. My relationship is stable, and I can afford to go without income for a while. I’m happy to have left a job I didn’t like and to be free of that mental exhaustion. I don’t feel anxious for now—but if I don’t have a job or income in six months, I might start worrying. So, I’m giving myself half a year to figure out what I truly want. This time, I don’t want to rush into another job I dislike.

8. Traveling without my partner made me feel even more secure in our relationship. I wasn’t worried about losing touch like before—there was more trust, and he became more dependent on me. Ironically, I was the one who felt a bit of “withdrawal” on the first day, like I had left my little cat home alone. I was concerned about no one taking care of him, which made me realize I still have a bit of a caregiver personality.

9. I finished two books on the flight: "The Year of Living Danishly" and "Find Your Passion." The first book is about a British couple who moved to Denmark because the husband got a job at LEGO. The wife quit her job to become a freelance writer and explored why Danes have such high happiness levels. It was a great book, covering different perspectives and featuring interviews with local celebrities. The author’s views on Denmark evolved over time—she gradually adapted and fell in love with life there. After reading it, though, I still don’t think I could settle in Denmark. Brits are used to gloomy, damp weather and short winter daylight hours, but even they struggle with the extreme darkness of Nordic winters. I, on the other hand, have never fully adapted to the UK climate. I hate the cold, especially when it’s damp—it affects my mood. I love the sun, I love warm places, which is why I chose Spain for this vacation. The sunlight here is addictive—you can just lie on the sofa and do nothing. Most of the time at our Airbnb, we were each just sitting quietly, lost in our own thoughts.

10. After four days of a carefree, unplugged life, reality came rushing back. Suddenly, I started getting a ton of messages and calls. At first, I didn’t even register what was happening because I was still dealing with the flat tire. Turns out, it was my real estate agent trying to confirm some information. Then a former colleague messaged me on WhatsApp, asking me work-related questions. I spent three months handing over my responsibilities, wrote everything clearly in a transition document, and repeatedly confirmed that they wouldn’t need anything else from me. And now, after I’ve officially left, they suddenly need my help? What kind of logic is that? It’s like an ex-boyfriend coming back after a breakup, asking for favors. Sorry, but I prefer clean breaks. My friend joked that I should charge them an expensive consulting fee. But honestly, I don’t even want to think about that company anymore—please don’t remind me! 😂