Family-friendly, all year-round sunshine, and only a four-hour flight away, it’s no surprise that Tenerife is one of Britain’s favourite winter sun destinations. Infused with tropical gardens, colonial towns, a stash of museums and temples and an extraordinary world of volcanoes, Tenerife boasts striking natural landscapes and is majestically steeped in history.
Tenerife, the largest of
Spain’s Canary Islands is fantastically diverse and offers a magical mix of old and new. While you can expect a vivacious nightlife scene and an array of contemporary resorts as well as an excellent range of activities, culture lovers will go nuts for the striking mountains, art galleries and traditional plazas.
Whether you want a romantic escape with your
loved one or an action-packed
family trip, there is something for everybody in Tenerife. The majority of hotels offer five-star facilities suitable for all ages and preferences, including
kid’s clubs, multiple swimming pools,
golf courses, fitness classes and
blissful spa’s. Many also boast the addition of adult-only areas, ideal for those seeking an extra dash of seclusion.
The island is bursting with character and soul so social dinners and friendly locals is a given. Playa de las Américas and Costa Adeje are the most popular holiday centres boasting luxurious hotels, manicured
beaches and fantastic
dining options while Los Gigantes in the west offers a slightly quieter alternative.
Tradition and modernity are merged into one to create an island of endless opportunity, whether its electric after dark destinations you’re after or rural hiking trails, everything is on offer here. With a hypnotic coastline and white as well as black sand, go for an atmospheric stretch of
beach boasting adventurous
watersports and quirky day bars or opt for a secluded cove as you soak up the rays in harmony beside your loved one.
Why not enjoy paella, tapas and sangria at a local Spanish bistro or dine
al fresco at one of the many seafood restaurants and relish succulent prawns followed by fresh sea bass? The variety of eateries on offer is insane. From Japanese and British to Italian, you can taste the world here.
A visit to Tenerife would not be complete without visiting the volcanic Mount Teide,
Spain’s highest mountain peak. Another must is a stop off to the town of Garachico, positioned on the northern coast, where you can plunge into one of the natural pools created by lava rocks. For a slice of the original Tenerife, don’t miss La Laguna, a Unesco World Heritage site. The historic gem boasts narrow poker-straight streets flanked by preserved mansions, eclectic architecture, antique shops and bookstores. Oh, and if you're a hiker, check out the ancient laurel forests and rugged ravines of the Anaga Mountains.
WINGED BOOTS WISDOM
The only way of reaching the mouth of the Mount Teide volcano, is with a permit. To witness this incredible landscape up close and personal, apply online beforehand and experience something that will live in your mind forever.