Sorry to disappoint "Binny", but the Lanzarote weather was truly stunning- not a raindrop in sight.
Never been before to that island, but very impressed with how friendly all the locals were, even in shops. I think there's a lesson there for PP, where retail staff can be truly offhand, I find.
The other thing I found in Lanzarote was restaurants serving much more local, traditional Spanish food, making me think that in PP there may be a tendancy to cater for "the Brits" and not featuring as much traditional cuisine as might be possible. Sure, there are local specialities, but nothing like as much as I saw in Lanzarote.
In an attempt to improve both my spoken Spanish, and appreciation of all things foodie and cultural, I'm planning a driving holiday in Northern Spain for September, which I think will be very interesting.
Before then, however, the whole family (Me, my wife, two sons and spouses) will be over for our usual two weeks in PP in June.....Can't wait!