Canaries October Weather, Average Temperature (St. Lucia)
Daily high temperatures are around 86°F, rarely falling below 84°F or exceeding 88°F.
Daily low temperatures are around 78°F, rarely falling below 76°F or exceeding 81°F.
For reference, on September 11, the hottest day of the year, temperatures in Canaries typically range from 79°F to 87°F, while on January 25, the coldest day of the year, they range from 75°F to 82°F.
Average High and Low Temperature in October in CanariesOct112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313174°F74°F76°F76°F78°F78°F80°F80°F82°F82°F84°F84°F86°F86°F88°F88°F90°F90°F92°F92°F94°F94°F96°F96°F98°F98°FSepNovOct 186°FOct 186°F79°F79°FOct 3186°FOct 3186°F78°F78°FOct 1186°FOct 1186°F79°F79°FOct 2186°FOct 2186°F78°F78°FNowNow
The daily average high (red line) and low (blue line) temperature, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands. The thin dotted lines are the corresponding average perceived temperatures.
The figure below shows you a compact characterization of the hourly average temperatures for the quarter of the year centered on October. The horizontal axis is the day, the vertical axis is the hour of the day, and the color is the average temperature for that hour and day.
Average Hourly Temperature in October in Canaries
Average Hourly Temperature in October in CanariesOct112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313112 AM12 AM2 AM2 AM4 AM4 AM6 AM6 AM8 AM8 AM10 AM10 AM12 PM12 PM2 PM2 PM4 PM4 PM6 PM6 PM8 PM8 PM10 PM10 PM12 AM12 AMSepNovNowNowwarmhot
frigid 15°F freezing 32°F very cold 45°F cold 55°F cool 65°F comfortable 75°F warm 85°F hot 95°F sweltering
The average hourly temperature, color coded into bands. The shaded overlays indicate night and civil twilight.
Fitii, French Polynesia (6,498 miles away) is the far-away foreign place with temperatures most similar to Canaries (view comparison).
The month of October in Canaries experiences gradually decreasing cloud cover, with the percentage of time that the sky is overcast or mostly cloudy decreasing from 70% to 64%.
The clearest day of the month is October 31, with clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy conditions 36% of the time.
For reference, on September 27, the cloudiest day of the year, the chance of overcast or mostly cloudy conditions is 71%, while on January 13, the clearest day of the year, the chance of clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy skies is 60%.
Cloud Cover Categories in October in Canaries
Cloud Cover Categories in October in CanariesOct11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%100%10%90%20%80%30%70%40%60%50%50%60%40%70%30%80%20%90%10%100%0%SepNovOct 130%Oct 130%Oct 3136%Oct 3136%Oct 1131%Oct 1131%Oct 2133%Oct 2133%NowNowclearmostly clearpartly cloudymostly cloudyovercast
The percentage of time spent in each cloud cover band, categorized by the percentage of the sky covered by clouds.
A wet day is one with at least 0.04 inches of liquid or liquid-equivalent precipitation. In Canaries, the chance of a wet day over the course of October is essentially constant, remaining around 42% throughout.
For reference, the year’s highest daily chance of a wet day is 46% on November 16, and its lowest chance is 18% on March 4.
Probability of Precipitation in October in Canaries
Probability of Precipitation in October in CanariesOct11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%0%5%5%10%10%15%15%20%20%25%25%30%30%35%35%40%40%45%45%50%50%SepNovOct 142%Oct 142%Oct 3143%Oct 3143%Oct 1142%Oct 1142%Oct 2141%Oct 2141%NowNowrain
The percentage of days in which various types of precipitation are observed, excluding trace quantities: rain alone, snow alone, and mixed (both rain and snow fell in the same day).
Rainfall
To show variation within the month and not just the monthly total, we show the rainfall accumulated over a sliding 31-day period centered around each day.
The average sliding 31-day rainfall during October in Canaries is gradually decreasing, starting the month at 6.9 inches, when it rarely exceeds 10.3 inches or falls below 2.9 inches, and ending the month at 6.5 inches, when it rarely exceeds 9. 8 inches or falls below 2.7 inches.
Average Monthly Rainfall in October in Canaries
Average Monthly Rainfall in October in CanariesOct11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310 in0 in2 in2 in4 in4 in6 in6 in8 in8 in10 in10 inSepNovOct 16.9 inOct 16.9 inOct 316.5 inOct 316.5 inOct 116.7 inOct 116.7 inOct 216.6 inOct 216.6 inNowNow
The average rainfall (solid line) accumulated over the course of a sliding 31-day period centered on the day in question, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands. The thin dotted line is the corresponding average snowfall.
Over the course of October in Canaries, the length of the day is gradually decreasing. From the start to the end of the month, the length of the day decreases by 22 minutes, implying an average daily decrease of 44 seconds, and weekly decrease of 5 minutes, 5 seconds.
The shortest day of the month is October 31, with 11 hours, 38 minutes of daylight and the longest day is October 1, with 12 hours, 0 minutes of daylight.
Hours of Daylight and Twilight in October in Canaries
Hours of Daylight and Twilight in October in CanariesOct11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310 hr24 hr4 hr20 hr8 hr16 hr12 hr12 hr16 hr8 hr20 hr4 hr24 hr0 hrSepNovnightnightdaydayOct 112 hr, 0 minOct 112 hr, 0 minOct 3111 hr, 38 minOct 3111 hr, 38 minNowNow
The number of hours during which the Sun is visible (black line). From bottom (most yellow) to top (most gray), the color bands indicate: full daylight, twilight (civil, nautical, and astronomical), and full night.
The earliest sunrise of the month in Canaries is 5:53 AM on October 1 and the latest sunrise is 5 minutes later at 5:58 AM on October 31.
The latest sunset is 5:53 PM on October 1 and the earliest sunset is 17 minutes earlier at 5:36 PM on October 31.
Daylight saving time is not observed in Canaries during 2022.
For reference, on June 21, the longest day of the year, the Sun rises at 5:37 AM and sets 12 hours, 57 minutes later, at 6:34 PM, while on December 21, the shortest day of the year, it rises at 6:23 AM and sets 11 hours, 18 minutes later, at 5:41 PM.
Sunrise & Sunset with Twilight in October in Canaries
Sunrise & Sunset with Twilight in October in CanariesOct112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313112 AM2 AM4 AM6 AM8 AM10 AM12 PM2 PM4 PM6 PM8 PM10 PM12 AMSepNov5:53 AM5:53 AMOct 15:53 PMOct 15:53 PM5:58 AM5:58 AMOct 315:36 PMOct 315:36 PM5:55 AM5:55 AMOct 165:44 PMOct 165:44 PMSolarMidnightSolarMidnightSolarNoonSunriseSunsetNowNow
The solar day over the course of October. From bottom to top, the black lines are the previous solar midnight, sunrise, solar noon, sunset, and the next solar midnight. The day, twilights (civil, nautical, and astronomical), and night are indicated by the color bands from yellow to gray.
The figure below presents a compact representation of the sun’s elevation (the angle of the sun above the horizon) and azimuth (its compass bearing) for every hour of every day in the reporting period. The horizontal axis is the day of the year and the vertical axis is the hour of the day. For a given day and hour of that day, the background color indicates the azimuth of the sun at that moment. The black isolines are contours of constant solar elevation.
Solar Elevation and Azimuth in October in Canaries
Solar Elevation and Azimuth in October in CanariesOct112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313112 AM12 AM2 AM2 AM4 AM4 AM6 AM6 AM8 AM8 AM10 AM10 AM12 PM12 PM2 PM2 PM4 PM4 PM6 PM6 PM8 PM8 PM10 PM10 PM12 AM12 AMSepNov001010202020303040405050506070800001010202030303040405050606070NowNow
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Solar elevation and azimuth over the course of October 2022. The black lines are lines of constant solar elevation (the angle of the sun above the horizon, in degrees). The background color fills indicate the azimuth (the compass bearing) of the sun. The lightly tinted areas at the boundaries of the cardinal compass points indicate the implied intermediate directions (northeast, southeast, southwest, and northwest).
The figure below presents a compact representation of key lunar data for October 2022. The horizontal axis is the day, the vertical axis is the hour of the day, and the colored areas indicate when the moon is above the horizon. The vertical gray bars (new Moons) and blue bars (full Moons) indicate key Moon phases. The label associated with each bar indicates the date and time that the phase is obtained, and the companion time labels indicate the rise and set times of the Moon for the nearest time interval in which the moon is above the horizon.
The time in which the moon is above the horizon (light blue area), with new moons (dark gray lines) and full moons (blue lines) indicated. The shaded overlays indicate night and civil twilight.
Oct 2022
Illumination
Moonrise
Moonset
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Distance
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37%
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230,042 mi
3
61%
1:12 PM
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4
72%
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12:44 AM
WSW
2:09 PM
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5
82%
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1:47 AM
WSW
3:01 PM
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229,869 mi
6
90%
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2:48 AM
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3:48 PM
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9:48 PM
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230,739 mi
7
96%
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3:46 AM
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4:31 PM
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10:36 PM
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232,157 mi
8
99%
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9
100%
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5:35 AM
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100%
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236,548 mi
11
98%
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WNW
7:12 PM
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12:54 AM
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239,311 mi
12
94%
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8:13 AM
WNW
7:55 PM
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1:41 AM
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242,216 mi
13
88%
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9:06 AM
WNW
8:40 PM
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2:29 AM
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245,037 mi
14
80%
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10:00 AM
WNW
9:28 PM
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3:19 AM
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247,542 mi
15
72%
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10:54 AM
WNW
10:19 PM
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4:10 AM
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249,517 mi
16
63%
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11:45 AM
WNW
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50%
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5:53 AM
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251,237 mi
18
43%
12:03 AM
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250,818 mi
19
34%
12:54 AM
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249,558 mi
20
25%
1:45 AM
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2:43 PM
WNW
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247,554 mi
21
16%
2:35 AM
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9:00 AM
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244,970 mi
22
9%
3:24 AM
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242,017 mi
23
4%
4:14 AM
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4:36 PM
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238,936 mi
24
1%
5:05 AM
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5:16 PM
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25
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26
2%
6:55 AM
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27
7%
7:56 AM
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28
14%
8:59 AM
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229,029 mi
29
23%
10:03 AM
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9:34 PM
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228,858 mi
30
34%
11:06 AM
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229,215 mi
31
46%
12:05 PM
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11:41 PM
WSW
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5:54 PM
S
229,987 mi
We base the humidity comfort level on the dew point, as it determines whether perspiration will evaporate from the skin, thereby cooling the body. Lower dew points feel drier and higher dew points feel more humid. Unlike temperature, which typically varies significantly between night and day, dew point tends to change more slowly, so while the temperature may drop at night, a muggy day is typically followed by a muggy night.
The chance that a given day will be muggy in Canaries is essentially constant during October, remaining around 100% throughout.
For reference, on May 1, the muggiest day of the year, there are muggy conditions 100% of the time, while on February 28, the least muggy day of the year, there are muggy conditions 98% of the time.
Humidity Comfort Levels in October in Canaries
Humidity Comfort Levels in October in CanariesOct11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%0%10%10%20%20%30%30%40%40%50%50%60%60%70%70%80%80%90%90%100%100%SepNovOct 1100%Oct 1100%Oct 31100%Oct 31100%Oct 11100%Oct 11100%Oct 21100%Oct 21100%NowNowmiserablemiserableoppressiveoppressivemuggymuggy
The percentage of time spent at various humidity comfort levels, categorized by dew point.
This section discusses the wide-area hourly average wind vector (speed and direction) at 10 meters above the ground. The wind experienced at any given location is highly dependent on local topography and other factors, and instantaneous wind speed and direction vary more widely than hourly averages.
The average hourly wind speed in Canaries is gradually increasing during October, increasing from 13.0 miles per hour to 13.7 miles per hour over the course of the month.
For reference, on June 21, the windiest day of the year, the daily average wind speed is 17.8 miles per hour, while on October 2, the calmest day of the year, the daily average wind speed is 13.0 miles per hour.
The lowest daily average wind speed during October is 13.0 miles per hour on October 2.
Average Wind Speed in October in Canaries
Average Wind Speed in October in CanariesOct11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310 mph0 mph5 mph5 mph20 mph20 mph25 mph25 mph30 mph30 mphSepNovOct 213. 0 mphOct 213.0 mphOct 3113.7 mphOct 3113.7 mphOct 1613.3 mphOct 1613.3 mphNowNow
The average of mean hourly wind speeds (dark gray line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
The hourly average wind direction in Canaries throughout October is predominantly from the east, with a peak proportion of 94% on October 29.
Wind Direction in October in Canaries
Wind Direction in October in CanariesOct11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%100%20%80%40%60%60%40%80%20%100%0%SepNovNowNoweastsouth
northeastsouthwest
The percentage of hours in which the mean wind direction is from each of the four cardinal wind directions, excluding hours in which the mean wind speed is less than 1.0 mph. The lightly tinted areas at the boundaries are the percentage of hours spent in the implied intermediate directions (northeast, southeast, southwest, and northwest).
Canaries is located near a large body of water (e.g., ocean, sea, or large lake). This section reports on the wide-area average surface temperature of that water.
The average surface water temperature in Canaries is essentially constant during October, remaining around 84°F throughout.
Average Water Temperature in October in Canaries
Average Water Temperature in October in CanariesOct112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313181°F81°F82°F82°F83°F83°F84°F84°F85°F85°F86°F86°FSepNovOct 184°FOct 184°FOct 3183°FOct 3183°FOct 1184°FOct 1184°FOct 2184°FOct 2184°FNowNow
The daily average water temperature (purple line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
Definitions of the growing season vary throughout the world, but for the purposes of this report, we define it as the longest continuous period of non-freezing temperatures (≥ 32°F) in the year (the calendar year in the Northern Hemisphere, or from July 1 until June 30 in the Southern Hemisphere).
Temperatures in Canaries are sufficiently warm year round that it is not entirely meaningful to discuss the growing season in these terms. We nevertheless include the chart below as an illustration of the distribution of temperatures experienced throughout the year.
Time Spent in Various Temperature Bands and the Growing Season in October in Canaries
Time Spent in Various Temperature Bands and the Growing Season in October in CanariesOct11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%100%10%90%20%80%30%70%40%60%50%50%60%40%70%30%80%20%90%10%100%0%SepNov100%Oct 16100%Oct 16NowNowwarmhot
frigid 15°F freezing 32°F very cold 45°F cold 55°F cool 65°F comfortable 75°F warm 85°F hot 95°F sweltering
The percentage of time spent in various temperature bands. The black line is the percentage chance that a given day is within the growing season.
Growing degree days are a measure of yearly heat accumulation used to predict plant and animal development, and defined as the integral of warmth above a base temperature, discarding any excess above a maximum temperature. In this report, we use a base of 50°F and a cap of 86°F.
The average accumulated growing degree days in Canaries are very rapidly increasing during October, increasing by 950°F, from 8,388°F to 9,338°F, over the course of the month.
Growing Degree Days in October in Canaries
Growing Degree Days in October in CanariesOct11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031318,200°F8,200°F8,400°F8,400°F8,600°F8,600°F8,800°F8,800°F9,000°F9,000°F9,200°F9,200°F9,400°F9,400°F9,600°F9,600°FSepNovOct 18,388°FOct 18,388°FOct 319,338°FOct 319,338°FOct 118,705°FOct 118,705°FOct 219,022°FOct 219,022°FNowNow
The average growing degree days accumulated over the course of October, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
This section discusses the total daily incident shortwave solar energy reaching the surface of the ground over a wide area, taking full account of seasonal variations in the length of the day, the elevation of the Sun above the horizon, and absorption by clouds and other atmospheric constituents. Shortwave radiation includes visible light and ultraviolet radiation.
The average daily incident shortwave solar energy in Canaries is essentially constant during October, remaining around 4.8 kWh throughout.
The lowest average daily incident shortwave solar energy during October is 4.7 kWh on October 12.
Average Daily Incident Shortwave Solar Energy in October in Canaries
Average Daily Incident Shortwave Solar Energy in October in CanariesOct11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310 kWh0 kWh2 kWh2 kWh3 kWh3 kWh4 kWh4 kWh5 kWh5 kWh5 kWh5 kWh6 kWh6 kWh7 kWh7 kWhSepNovOct 124. 7 kWhOct 124.7 kWhOct 14.8 kWhOct 14.8 kWhOct 314.8 kWhOct 314.8 kWhNowNow
The average daily shortwave solar energy reaching the ground per square meter (orange line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
For the purposes of this report, the geographical coordinates of Canaries are 13.902 deg latitude, -61.065 deg longitude, and 39 ft elevation.
The topography within 2 miles of Canaries contains very significant variations in elevation, with a maximum elevation change of 1,867 feet and an average elevation above sea level of 350 feet. Within 10 miles contains very significant variations in elevation (3,025 feet). Within 50 miles contains large variations in elevation (3,993 feet).
The area within 2 miles of Canaries is covered by water (51%) and trees (42%), within 10 miles by water (62%) and trees (25%), and within 50 miles by water (95%).
This report illustrates the typical weather in Canaries, based on a statistical analysis of historical hourly weather reports and model reconstructions from January 1, 1980 to December 31, 2016.
Temperature and Dew Point
There are 2 weather stations near enough to contribute to our estimation of the temperature and dew point in Canaries.
For each station, the records are corrected for the elevation difference between that station and Canaries according to the International Standard Atmosphere , and by the relative change present in the MERRA-2 satellite-era reanalysis between the two locations.
The estimated value at Canaries is computed as the weighted average of the individual contributions from each station, with weights proportional to the inverse of the distance between Canaries and a given station.
The stations contributing to this reconstruction are:
George F. L. Charles Airport (TLPC, 63%, 9 mi, northeast, -33 ft elevation change)
Hewanorra International Airport (TLPL, 37%, 13 mi, southeast, -7 ft elevation change)
To get a sense of how much these sources agree with each other, you can view a comparison of Canaries and the stations that contribute to our estimates of its temperature history and climate. Please note that each source’s contribution is adjusted for elevation and the relative change present in the MERRA-2 data.
Other Data
All data relating to the Sun’s position (e.g., sunrise and sunset) are computed using astronomical formulas from the book, Astronomical Algorithms 2nd Edition , by Jean Meeus.
All other weather data, including cloud cover, precipitation, wind speed and direction, and solar flux, come from NASA’s MERRA-2 Modern-Era Retrospective Analysis . This reanalysis combines a variety of wide-area measurements in a state-of-the-art global meteorological model to reconstruct the hourly history of weather throughout the world on a 50-kilometer grid.
Land Use data comes from the Global Land Cover SHARE database , published by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
Elevation data comes from the Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) , published by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Names, locations, and time zones of places and some airports come from the GeoNames Geographical Database .
Time zones for airports and weather stations are provided by AskGeo.com .
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El Hierro is a recommended destination for October .
Fuerteventura is a highly recommended destination for October .
Gran Canaria is a highly recommended destination for October .
La Gomera is a recommended destination for October .
La Palma is a recommended destination for October .
Or Which Canary Island to choose with a child? THE’island the most touristic, Tenerife, is a good compromise. The prices are low et there are all kinds of activities. With this option, families will be able to enjoy the sea but also nature et aquatic tourist complexes, zoos et other amusement parks.
Which Canary Island is the hottest in October?
Go for example to Lanzarote, one of the Canary Islands the hotter.
Which Canary Island is the hottest in November?
Fuerteventura en November
Average temperatures are between 20 ° C and 24 ° C but be aware that depending on the year they can drop to 13 ° C and go up to 32 ° C.
Which Canary Island in winter?
Re: To Canaries : where to go in December? The southern parts of Tenerife and Grand Canaris are supposed to get a few extra hours of sun during the year, but you might end up with exactly the vibe you don’t like. I recommend them the islands Eastern, namely Lanzarote or Fuerteventura.
Which Canary Island for a family vacation?
Where to go in Canary Islands with family : which island Choose?
Tenerife with children: the most touristic. THE’ island of Tenerife is the most famous Canary Islands ! . ..
Fuerteventura the windy sportswoman. …
Lanzarote’s most volcanic.
Which Canary Island to choose in December?
Winters in Lanzarote are mild and warm, as in all Canary Islands. … If you dream of having a sunny Christmas, Lanzarote may be a good choice. It’s complete winter on theisland, but it can still be nice and hot!
Which Canary Island in February?
Gran Canaria in february
Average temperatures are between 16 ° C and 21 ° C but be aware that depending on the year they can drop to 10 ° C and go up to 24 ° C. Quel was the weather in Gran Canaria on the 15th february from last year ?
What is the warmest Canary Island in winter?
Lanzarote is one of plus small islands of Canaries, but that doesn’t mean which is lagging behind by time. The winters à Lanzarote are soft and hot, as in all islands Canaries.
Which Canary Island is the hottest in December?
La Palma in December
Average temperatures are between 19 ° C and 22 ° C but be aware that depending on the year they can drop to 14 ° C and go up to 28 ° C.
Which country is it hot in October?
19 to 27 ° Sea: 24 ° Réunion. …
25 to 31 ° Sea: 29 ° Thailand. …
25 to 30 ° Sea: 28 ° Seychelles. …
17 to 24 ° Sea: 24 ° Mauritius. …
19 to 24 ° Sea: 24 ° Greece. …
22 to 33 ° Sea: 24 ° Jordan. …
19 to 26 ° Sea: 23 ° New Caledonia. …
21 to 26 ° Sea: 26 ° Madagascar.
Which Canary Island is the hottest in February?
Fuerteventura en february
Average temperatures are between 17 ° C and 21 ° C but be aware that depending on the year they can drop to 10 ° C and go up to 30 ° C.
What is the temperature in the Canaries in November?
Le month of november on Tenerife is most often characterized by a time variable. We can count on 17 sunny days but we must expect 7% of the time threatened by generally heavy rain. For this month of november, temperatures minimum are average of 21 ° C and maximums of 22 ° C.
Which Canary Island in December?
El Hierro is a recommended destination for December .
Fuerteventura is a recommended destination for December .
Gran Canaria is a recommended destination in December .
La Gomera is a recommended destination for December .
La Palma is a recommended destination for December .
Which Canary Island in January?
El Hierro is a recommended destination for January .
Fuerteventura is a recommended destination for January .
Gran Canaria is a recommended destination in January .
La Gomera is a recommended destination for January .
La Palma is a recommended destination for January .
Lanzarote is a recommended destination for January .
What is the hottest Canary Island in October?
Go for example to Lanzarote, one of the islands Canaries the hotter.
Which Canary Island in August?
El Hierro is a highly recommended destination for August .
Fuerteventura is a recommended destination for August .
Gran Canaria is a recommended destination in August .
La Gomera is a recommended destination for August .
La Palma is a recommended destination for August .
Lanzarote is a recommended destination for August .
Where to go with the family in the Balearic Islands?
Top 17 most beautiful places in Balearic
Sóller, Mallorca. …
Fornalutx, Mallorca. …
Valldemossa, Mallorca. …
Bellver Castle, Mallorca. …
Sa Calobra and the torrent of Pareis, Mallorca. …
Caves of Drach and Artà, Mallorca. …
Cap de Formentor, Mallorca. …
Es Trenc Beach, Mallorca.
What’s the weather in the Canaries in December?
To Canaries, a pleasant climate all year round, itis guarantee. In winter, the average temperature is around 20 degrees and il rarely rains.
Which winter Canary Island?
Re: To Canaries : where to go in December? The southern parts of Tenerife and Grand Canaries are supposed to get a few extra hours of sun during the year, but you might come across exactly the vibe you don’t like. I recommend them the islands Eastern, namely Lanzarote or Fuerteventura.
What is the hottest Canary Island in November?
Fuerteventura in November
Average temperatures are between 20 ° C and 24 ° C but be aware that depending on the year they can drop to 13 ° C and go up to 32 ° C.
How to dress in Fuerteventura in February?
Clothes for a relaxing holiday in the Canaries
Light pants and shorts for the bottom.
Light t-shirt or light shirt type top for the top.
A slightly warmer outfit (sweater, sweatshirt) for the end of the day by the sea or on the heights.
Windproof / rainproof clothing (better to plan ahead)
Which Canary Island to choose in March?
El Hierro is a recommended destination for March .
Fuerteventura is a highly recommended destination in March .
Gran Canaria is a recommended destination for March .
La Gomera is a recommended destination for March .
La Palma is a recommended destination for March .
Lanzarote is a recommended destination in March .
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The best-value holiday destinations for autumn and winter, with beach hotels from £50 and a beer for £1
Short haul
Portugal
October temperatures: 23°C high/15°C low Portugal is one of the least expensive countries in western Europe, where the cost of living is significantly lower – as much as 30 per cent less – than the UK. In the Algarve, temperatures are comfortably warm into winter and lively resorts such as Albufeira will have mellowed after a busy summer season. Head west towards Sagres or east to Tavira and things get quieter still. According to the Post Office’s most recent Family Holiday Report, the Algarve represents the best value for money across 13 Eurozone destinations. Self-catering is the sweet spot here – supermarket prices are generally slightly cheaper than the UK, while mains at restaurants will usually give you change from €10 (£8. 70).
Thomas Cook has a week’s self-catering at the Santa Eulália Hotel Apartamento & Spa from £417pp, with Manchester flights on 23 October
Madeira
October temperatures: 25°C/19°C This Atlantic island is typically a little more expensive to get to than Continental destinations, but prices on the ground are comparable to those on mainland Portugal, sometimes cheaper. For that little bit extra, you get warmer weather, lush landscapes and a great launch point for whale- and dolphin-spotting. Head up into the mountains for mouthwatering espetada kebabs at rustic restaurants that cost around €11 and will fill you up for the rest of the day, providing energy for hiking in the hills. Lastminute.com has a week’s B&B at the Pestana Carlton Madeira Premium Ocean Resort from £679pp, with Luton flights on 1 October.
Malta
October temperatures: 25°C/17°C Malta can be expensive during the summer but prices tumble during the shoulder seasons, with savings of up to 75 per cent. Basing yourself in quieter coastal villages such as Mellieha in the north – from where you can hike to Ghadira Nature Reserve or enjoy the golden sandy beaches – can often mean cheaper accommodation and restaurants, too. Mercury Holidays has a week at the Maritim Antonine Hotel and Spa in Mellieha from £230pp, including Luton flights on 31 October
Travel can be very cheap on Koh Lanta in Thailand (Photo: lechatnoir/Getty Images)
Greece
October temperatures: 23C°/15°C The Greek capital was recently revealed as Europe’s cheapest city-break destination, according to the Post Office’s annual City Costs Barometer report. With the price of a dozen typical holiday purchases and two nights at a three-star hotel included, the study found that the average bill for a two-night city break in Athens was £207.18. Hiking up to the ruins of the Acropolis, visiting the interactive museum and lounging on one of the 13 sandy beaches of the Athens Riviera will easily fill a weekend. Or, for a low-cost Saturday morning activity, trawl one of the local markets. Olympic Holidays offers a seven-night holiday at the Marathon Beach Resort in Nea Makri on the Athens Riviera from £556pp with Gatwick flights on 12 October
Mid-haul
Morocco
October temperatures: 28°C/15°C With a favourable exchange rate and general low cost of living, Morocco can be very budget-friendly – but only if you get out of the big resorts and international hotels. Food in casual cafes can cost less than £5 a meal, although expect to pay above the odds for alcohol. Visitors must show proof of Covid vaccination or a negative test. Ryanair, Wizz and easyJet all fly to Marrakech from as little as £20 one way, while local guest houses, such as Hotel Riad Todos, start from less than £100 a night
Tenerife
October temperatures: 26°C/20°C Tenerife is generally considered the cheapest of the Canaries thanks to a plentiful supply of flights and hotel rooms. In October, for example, flights start from £26 one way. Although Gran Canaria is only a smidge more at £28 one way, there are fewer activities to choose from. Costs on the ground are low, too. Beers cost as little as €1.50 (£1.30), and many restaurants offer a menú del día for €10 (£8.70) or less, which usually includes a starter, main and drink. The island’s star attraction – Teide National Park – is also free to visit.
Visitors must show proof of Covid vaccination or a negative test. Tui has a week’s self-catering at Tui Suneo Tamaimo Tropical resort in Puerto de Santiago from £355pp, with East Midlands flights on 17 October
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Turkey
October temperatures: 27°C/14°C Antalya is one of the best-value destinations for all-inclusive holidays at four- or five-star hotels, making it a great option for half term, although food in local restaurants is affordable and delicious. Car hire and taxis are both expensive but local buses are regular and cheap – useful for exploring the many glorious beaches along the Turquoise Coast, and ancient landmarks such as Hadrian’s Gate and the ruined cities of Aspendos, Olympos and Phaselis. Southall Travel offers six nights’ all-inclusive at the Granada Luxury Okurcalar from £759pp,with Heathrow flights on 23 October
Antalya is a great choice for an autumn escape (Photo: Emad Aljumah/Getty)
Egypt
October temperatures: 32°C/24°C A decent meal out will rarely cost more than £10pp in the popular Red Sea resort of Sharm El Sheikh, but drinks can be expensive, especially imported spirits. For divers, this is one of the cheapest and best resorts, but it’s also a great place to enjoy the beaches, easy snorkelling, and trips up into Mount Sinai. Remember that when looking for souvenirs, some gentle haggling is expected. Padi offers six nights’ all-inclusive at the Reef Oasis Beach Resort, with eight boat dives, from £1,338pp excluding flights
Tunisia
November temperatures: 21°C/14°C A fly-and-flop destination with busy souks and impressive mosques, Sousse, on the east coast of Tunisia, is very budget-friendly. Britons benefit from a favourable exchange rate but the cost of living is lower, too; a meal out for two might cost as little as £15, while beers are around £1. Visitors must show proof of Covid vaccination or a negative test. Sunshine.co.uk offers a seven-night all-inclusive break at the Occidental Sousse Marhaba from £224pp, with Gatwick flights on 28 November
UAE
November temperatures: 32°C/17°C Often overlooked by visitors who flock to the Emirates of Dubai or Abu Dhabi, Ras Al-Khaimah has built its recent tourism reputation on adventure (it’s home to the world’s longest zipline and the highest peak in the UAE, Jebel Jais). Its lack of obvious glitz also means prices tend to be much more competitive. Drinks are expensive, but food can be very reasonable if you look beyond the big hotels – meals at restaurants can start from as little as £2. However, the World Cup in Qatar will push up air fares to the Gulf between 20 November and 18 December. Visitors must show proof of Covid vaccination or a negative test.Emirates Holidays has five nights’ B&B at the Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island from £836pp with Gatwick flights on 5 October. Two under-12s stay and eat free until 31 October
Bacalar is a low-key alternative to chi-chi Tulum in Mexico (Photo: Marco Bottigelli/Getty)
Long haul
South Africa
November temperatures: 25°C/15°C The exchange rate is the big advantage for Britons in South Africa right now – it’s currently 20 rand to the pound (a decade ago it was hovering between 10 and 15). It means that for casual dining, you won’t need more than £10, and it’s even cheaper if you go for street food. Flights are always expensive but accommodation can be reasonable. Virgin Atlantic is restarting its seasonal direct flights to Cape Town in November; Lufthansa has flights via Munich from £435pp in November
Thailand
November temperatures: 32°C/24°C An essential stop on the backpacker route for a reason, this culture and beach big-hitter is very budget-friendly. Street food in Bangkok costs as little as £1 and most temples are free to visit. Some tuk-tuk drivers will even offer free city tours in exchange for visiting one of their affiliated shops. In the north, Chiang Mai, home to hundreds of temples, makes a popular twin-centre break – while heading south to the beaches and islands is an undeniable draw. Bus travel is cheap, and there is a good supply of budget accommodation; aim for resorts such as Ao Nang or the island of Koh Lanta Yai. Visitors must show proof of Covid vaccination or a negative test. Intrepid’s eight-day Explore Northern Thailand group tour starts at £668pp excluding flights
India
November temperatures: 34°C/21°C You can go as budget-friendly or as luxurious as you want in India. For an average restaurant, expect to pay around £10pp, while street food is even more affordable. Taxis are cheap, too, though be prepared for traffic in urban areas. A short walk from the luxurious Taj hotel in Mumbai is the stylish Abode Bombay, which has doubles from R3,500 (£40), while there are elegant heritage guest houses dotted all over coastal areas such as Goa, Kerala and Pondicherry, with rooms costing around £50. Visitors must show proof of Covid vaccination or a negative test and fill out an Air Suvidha Declaration Form. Connecting flights to Mumbai typically cost less than £500, on airlines such as Gulf Air. G Adventures has a week-long Kerala Beaches and Backwaters group tour from £404pp excluding flights
Goan guesthouses are usually very good value (Photo: Andreas von Einsiedel/Getty)
Mexico
November temperatures: 29°C/21°C Flights to Mexico can be expensive, but once you’ve landed, prices are very reasonable. Budget around £15pp for a meal at a mid-range restaurant and £2 for a beer. Public transport and taxis are both cheap, so venturing outside the resorts should be easy. Aim for the lagoon of Bacalar as an alternative to chi-chi Tulum – rustic guesthouses such as Los Aluxes have rooms from £70. South of busy Puerto Vallarta, Yelapa is a quiet beach retreat where guesthouses cost around £50. Responsible Travel offers a 12-day tour featuring Mexico City and Yucatan from £1,940pp excluding flights
Vietnam
November temperatures: 26°C/23°C Vietnam has a low cost of living compared to the UK and the pound will stretch far when dining out. An average meal costs around £4 in the big cities. A seven-night stay in a five-star hotel in Hanoi at the end of October starts from around £470, compared to more than £1,000 in Singapore, which enjoys similar temperatures at this time of year. Group tours can be a cost-effective way to combine some of the country’s major sites. In 10 days you could see the pagodas, markets and Notre Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City, cross part of the Truong Son Mountains via the scenic Hai Van Pass and cruise Halong Bay, with its impressive limestone karsts. A 10-day Simply Vietnam tour including accommodation, transfers and some meals starts at £540pp, excluding flights. Departs 23 October
A year on, volcano scars mark Spain’s La Palma island
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FILE – Spanish Army soldiers stand on a hill as lava flows as volcano continues to erupt on the Canary island of La Palma, Spain, on Nov. 29, 2021. As officials held ceremonies Monday, Sept. 19, 2022 to commemorate the first anniversary of the start of what was one of the most televised volcanic eruptions of the century in Europe, the Spanish island located in the Canary Islands archipelago off the northwest coast of Africa is not the same, geologically, economically, or socially. (AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti, File)
MADRID – A six-kilometer black lava scar crossing Spain’s La Palma island remains as testimony to the three-month-long volcano eruption that may have left no casualties but did wreak havoc in the lives of many.
As officials held ceremonies Monday to commemorate the first anniversary of the start of what was one of the most televised volcanic eruptions of the century in Europe, the Spanish island located in the Canary Islands archipelago off the northwest coast of Africa is not the same, geologically, economically, or socially.
Under the thick molten rock slab — still slowly cooling down from the initial 1,140 degrees Celsius (2,084 degrees Fahrenheit) — some 3,000 buildings were buried along with many banana plantations, roads and irrigation systems.
Alongside agriculture, tourism is critical to the island’s economy. But half of the 8,000 registered places of accommodation remain closed due to the presence of poisonous gases — the same reason that keeps around 170 local people still living in hotel rooms.
The former touristic spot of Puerto Naos is described by local newspapers as a ghost town. The lava didn’t reach the town, but the high concentration of CO2 gases forced the evacuation of its 1,000 residents. Most are staying with relatives, and all continue to wonder when they will be allowed back home.
La Palma — population 84,790 — has become the focus of many politicians and dignitaries. Cabinet members including Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez have visited the island 60 times, mostly to announce new aid packages. Queen Letizia recently chose La Palma for her yearly visit to a school at the beginning of the academic year.
Public funds to aid reconstruction totaling 566 million euros ($564 million) have been delivered by the government.
Yet a grouping of those affected by the volcano plans to mark the anniversary Monday with a protest over what they consider bad management of the funds.
Others resent the fact that when the roar of the volcano died down after 85 days, solidarity disappeared.
“Politicians don’t really care about us,” said banana farmer Juan Carlos Rodríguez. He said the subsidies were insufficient.
However, some entrepreneurs are finding ways to reshape their businesses and exploit the eruption.
AstroLaPalma used to offer nighttime stargazing programs under the clear Canary Island sky. Now, owner Ana García guides amazed visitors through the volcanic ashes.
The volcano didn’t really have a name before it erupted, though it was popularly known as Cumbre Vieja — the name of the surrounding national park. This summer, island residents voted to call it Tajogaite — the name of the area in the ancient Guanche language.
It’s the first year of a new era for the volcanic islands, and locals are also determined to thrive.
Just two months ago, the islanders were able to claim a minor victory over the volcano with the opening of a new road built over the lava rock to connect the sides of the Aridane Valley that was split in two by the eruption.
The road takes two hours off the drive to reach isolated houses, shortens kids’ school routes and allows access to the surviving banana plantations in the valley.
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The best ways to see Norfolk’s seals when pupping season begins in October
There’s some advice to be aware of before going to see the seals this autumn
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In the summer, the North Norfolk coast is a holiday haven with its gorgeous sandy beaches and quaint little villages. But in the autumn and winter, the beaches are overtaken by grey seals as the pupping season begins.
Norfolk has a huge population of pinnipeds and many teams of dedicated people do their bit to make sure they remain safe on the beaches. It’s great fun to see these adorable fluffy pups flopping themselves around on the shore, but it’s best to do so from a safe distance as the mothers can be quite aggressive.
Blakeney Point, Morston and Cley-next-the-Sea are some of the best places to spot the young animals. In Blakeney, the seals gather at the end of the spit. This is where the Grey Seals will have their pups from October/November. Blakeney Spit and the nature reserve are an extremely valuable space to the colony at this time of the year.
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Before you visit these adorable fluffy babies this autumn it’s important to be aware of the rules that are in place to protect them and you. All visitors who come to see the seals must keep at a safe distance from them and the beach is patrolled to enforce this.
Here’s everything you need to know before you go.
Book a ferry trip
The young pups are extremely cute
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The best way to get a good view of the seals on Blakeney Point, is to book a trip on one of the locally operated ferry trips departing from Morston Quay. There are four seal trip options available – Beans Boat Trips, Bishop’s Boats, Ptarmigan Seal Trips and Temples Seal Trips.
They each have varying prices and you will need to read about each one to figure out which service is best for you. You can plan your seal-watching trip safely here.
There’s a lot to see whilst on your trip so don’t forget to bring your camera to capture those special moments. You’ll get up close and have great views of the seals but you may wish to bring binoculars if you have them.
Seal watch from the shore
A grey seal with her newborn pup on the beach at Horsey
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During pupping season, beaches like Horsey are supervised by wardens who stop visitors from going on to the beach. They protect the vulnerable seals and their young from visitors or dogs who might get too close.
If you want to watch them from the shore, you will have to go onto the cliffs where there are designated watching areas. Fence lines are erected on Blakeney Point to protect not just the seals but yourself. Never cross a fence line and follow all signs you come across.
The walk to the seal viewing area is three miles on soft shingle with no facilities. During autumn and winter, it’s best to leave dogs at home, but if you must bring your four-legged friend with you then they must be kept on a short lead (a metre) at all times. Bring some binoculars to properly admire these magnificent animals.
Keeping a safe distance
A grey seal pup sleeps on the beach at Horsey
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Seals are wild animals and can be extremely vicious. A bite would require immediate hospital treatment and so it’s best for your safety, to keep your distance.
Harassing or disturbing the seals can also be dangerous for them as they usually come on shore to rest when tired, so being scared into the sea can be very dangerous for them. Their young are also very vulnerable when they are first born.
If you go to Blakeney, you MUST stand at a safe distance from the animals.
Protecting the seal pups
A seal pup on its own may not necessarily mean it has been abandoned or is in distress. Pups are occasionally left by their mothers for short periods of time, which is perfectly normal.
It is also important to be aware that up until the pups are three weeks of age they are covered in white downy fur and are not ready to swim, so please do not try to encourage them into the water. Pups molt their white fur at around three weeks, which can leave them looking a bit patchy, but again, this is perfectly normal.
However, if you’re worried about a seal pup then you can call the National Trust team during office hours on 01263 740241. Outside of these hours you can contact the RSPCA on 0300 1234 999. Do not attempt to move the pup yourself.
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Where to go to the sea in October
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Many consider autumn to be a sad time of the year when you want to wrap yourself in a blanket and not leave the house. But this time can be spent differently – not to indulge in the blues, but to snatch another piece of summer and go on vacation. October is a kind of milestone for travel planning. In some countries, the swimming season is already closing, in others, on the contrary, the velvet season is in full swing, and in others, the rainy season ends, and sunny and hot weather sets in. It is in October that you can properly relax and enjoy the sun before a long and cold winter.
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Also in October, in many countries popular with tourists, the season changes – if it comes to an end in the Mediterranean Sea, then in Asia it is only gaining momentum. A key feature of both regions is the establishment of the most comfortable temperature. If the heat subsided on the Mediterranean coast, then in Asian countries, on the contrary, it is still ahead. And now you can go on a trip and enjoy the warm and refreshing sea and the gentle, but not burning to the ground sun.
October is an intermediate month after a warm summer and before a long cold winter. At this time, it is still not so cold, there are often positive temperatures, somewhere else the grass is green and there is no snow. Therefore, during a trip in October, the process of acclimatization for people is milder than during a trip to the sea in winter. The process of acclimatization is especially difficult for children. At this time of the year there is no big temperature difference outside the window, you do not need to take clothes with you for several seasons at once.
Holidays with children
Many people plan their vacation for the autumn holidays, which fall on the last week of October. But when planning a vacation with children, you need to take into account the climate and weather at each resort. It’s no longer possible to swim somewhere (unless the family is engaged in hardening). In other countries, instead of a beach holiday, you can go on excursions to local attractions, but not all children like this type of holiday. There are also countries where an entertainment program is organized for children, and then parents can combine a beach holiday with hiking and excursions for themselves.
The best countries for sea holidays in October
There are several locations for a beach holiday in October:
Resorts on the Mediterranean Sea
Africa
Asia
Atlantic
The countries of the Mediterranean Sea (Tunisia, Turkey, southern Spain) are the most popular. But it is better to plan a trip for the first half of the month, before it gets colder. For lovers of sweltering heat, the countries of Africa, Asia and the Atlantic are suitable. However, the flight there is quite long, and the price will be more expensive.
It’s definitely not worth going to the resorts of the Krasnodar Territory or Abkhazia. In October, the weather is warm only for walking, but swimming and sunbathing will not work until next year.
Turkey
All-inclusive holidays in Turkey are as good as in the peak tourist season. Among the advantages, one can note a decrease in the number of tourists, which is why the resorts have a lot more free sunbeds. At this time of the year, the sun no longer sizzles, but still warms. You can swim, sunbathe and go on excursions, the prices for them are also reduced. Of the obvious disadvantages, it can be noted that at this time it starts to get dark early – after 18:00 it is already completely dark on the street. And if during the day the air warms up to 25-27 degrees, and the water – to an average of 24-25 degrees, then after sunset it already becomes cool – at night the temperature can drop to +15.
It is better to fly to Turkey in October through a tour operator, as there is an opportunity to catch great deals at a big discount. For example, a package tour for two in a five-star all-inclusive hotel can cost 2-3 times cheaper than a similar package during the peak tourist season.
You should also carefully choose a resort – not all regions of Turkey are still warm in October. You need to choose those that are located on the Mediterranean coast. These are such resorts as Antalya, Side, Belek, Antalya and Kemer. But even there the weather can vary. For example, Kemer is located in a mountainous area, and the weather there is cooler by an average of 5 degrees. Therefore, the best options are Alanya and Side (these resorts are also suitable for families with children).
But you will have to forget about resorts on the Aegean, Marmara or Black Sea – there in October the water temperature does not rise above 21 degrees, and it is quite cool during the day – about 22-23 degrees Celsius. This is a comfortable temperature for excursions, but not for a beach holiday.
Egypt
Another popular tourist destination are resorts in Egypt. In October, the summer heat begins to gradually subside, and winter is still far away. It is better to go here for those who love a lot of sun and tolerate heat well. Even in October, the air temperature can reach 30 degrees. And only by the end of the month it drops to 28 degrees, which is also quite hot. Therefore, it is better for families with children and the elderly to go to Egypt at the end of the month, when a comfortable temperature is established.
The water temperature, comfortable for swimming, is about 27 degrees. At this time of the year, diving, snorkeling and water skiing are actively practiced here. There are 2 most famous beach resorts in Egypt – Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh.
Hurghada is distinguished by wide sandy beaches, families with children often come here. Rest here is quite measured and calm. But diving enthusiasts usually go to Sharm el-Sheikh, where there are so many beautiful corals and marine reptiles. But both in Hurghada and in Sharm el-Sheikh, the weather is hot. October in Egypt is an ideal month for holidays. The unbearable heat has already subsided, and starting from November, you can run into strong winds that will ruin any vacation.
Greece
In October in Greece you can find a holiday for every taste – this is a favorite beach holiday, and entertainment, and excursions. Usually tourists go to Rhodes and Crete. But it is best to relax in Greece in the first half of October. The second half of the month is characterized by prolonged rains. The water temperature is still warm, about 23 degrees, and the air in Greece at this time of the year warms up to 25 degrees.
Greece is distinguished not only by its beach holidays. There are ancient sights literally at every step. Therefore, it is best to combine a beach holiday with the study of the local territory. In Greece, you can rent a car and organize excursions for yourself, as groups are not always recruited due to a decrease in the number of tourists. Therefore, holidays in Greece are more suitable for active people who are ready not only to sunbathe and swim, but also to learn new things.
In Crete, you can choose different resorts: party Malia and Hersonissos, resorts for lovers Chania and Rethymnon, cozy and calm Agia Nikolaos and Bali – especially in October, when sincere locals are happy to every tourist, because there are not so many of them in the resorts of Greece . On Rhodes, preference is given to the east coast – Faliraki, Lindos, the city of Rhodes itself.
Cyprus
You can travel to Cyprus almost all year round, there are about 300 sunny days a year, and just in October there is a decrease in the tourist flow. But the temperature of water and air is set within comfortable values - 25-26 degrees Celsius. What does this temperature have been holding since the beginning of autumn, and the weather conditions are somewhat similar to Turkey. At this time of the year, they still bathe and sunbathe with might and main, without fear of getting sunburn.
In Cyprus, vacationers go to beaches such as Paphos, Famagusta and Larnaca. In total, there are more than 90 beaches in Cyprus, many of which are great for children. The beaches here are sandy, with a long gentle descent into the water. A nice bonus will be the numerous music festivals and events that take place throughout the island at this time of the year.
Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are often called heaven on earth. It’s warm, sunny and beautiful. You can swim and sunbathe in October at least around the clock. Also, this resort is distinguished by excellent service, comfortable conditions and excursions for every taste. However, the cost of rest here is much higher than in other countries. Therefore, only wealthy people can afford to relax in the Canary Islands.
Here beach holidays are successfully combined with active pastime. You can visit historical museums, a botanical garden, and for fans of extreme sports, camel safaris or boat trips on transparent-bottomed catamarans are organized, where you can see amazing marine life. In the northern part of the islands there are a lot of plants, trees, in the southern part it is deserted. The peak of the tourist season just falls on October, and there are a lot of tourists here.
United Arab Emirates
Another country where you can go in autumn for warmth and sun is the United Arab Emirates. In a short time, this unique country has turned from a desert into a luxurious resort, which many dream of visiting. It was there that the world’s largest amusement park and its own Louvre were built. There you can practice such an unusual sport as snowboarding in the desert.
But most of all the hotels amaze the imagination – they are all unique and inimitable, and each of them resembles a separate kingdom. People come here for the sun and warmth, as in October the weather here is excellent for a beach holiday. The average temperature of water and air remains at the level of 30-31 degrees. The most popular resorts are Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Sharjah. But it is still cooler in Fujairah, so many people come here for a refreshing coolness.
Mexico
Mexico is a rather expensive country in terms of tourism, and not everyone can afford such a long flight and vacation here. For a beach holiday, such resorts as Boca del Rio, Masaltan, Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Escondtio, Puerto Vallarta are suitable. But October is not the best time to visit. In October, the weather is unpredictable, in a matter of minutes the sun can disappear, and the sky will be covered with thunderclouds – the precursors of a hurricane.
This is especially true for the Caribbean region – there are often prolonged rains. In the capital of Mexico, the sky is almost always cloudy, and in October it becomes already cool – no more than 23 degrees Celsius during the day, and only 10 at night. For a beach holiday, you can go to Acapulco, Riviera Maya or Canca. It is quite warm there (+33 degrees), but there are often heavy rainfalls.
Maldives
The temperature of water and air in the Maldives is almost the same all year round – the water warms up to 29 degrees, and the air fluctuates between 28-32 degrees. However, heavy tropical rains are possible in October. But it is still possible to plan a beach holiday – although the rains are frequent and strong, they do not last more than an hour.
The Maldives stands out for its excellent service and high level of customer focus. Holidays in the Maldives are organized on the principle of “one island – one hotel”. Here you can enjoy privacy and tranquility. Moreover, only amazing local nature remains from entertainment. Romantic trips are often arranged in the Maldives, this is a great place to relax together. But families with children will be bored here – after all, there are no entertainments and excursions around. Only the sun, the sea and your own island.
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Autumn is a time of spleen and sadness after a fast-flying summer. But today everyone has a chance to extend the warm days a little and go on a trip. If at the peak of the season popular resorts are not affordable for everyone, then in the fall you can arrange a long-awaited vacation at an attractive price. In October, a large number of profitable offers appear to arrange your own personal summer.
Weather on the islands of the world | Island holidays
Country/Island
Warm “summer” season or best time to visit
Visa
Arctic and Antarctic
Denmark / Fr. Greenland
May – July
Schengen visa
Canadian Arctic Archipelago / o. Baffin Island, Ellesmere Island, Victoria Island, Banks Island, Axel-Heiberg, Fr. Southampton, oh Somerset, Bathurst Island, King William Island
July-August
Canadian visa
o. Iceland
May – July
Schengen visa
Russia/o. Wrangel
May – July
Citizens of the Russian Federation do not need a visa
Russia/ about. Franz Josef Land
May – July
Citizens of the Russian Federation do not need a visa
Norway / Fr. Svalbard, Feordy
May – July
Schengen visa
South Shetland Islands Deception
November – February
Argentine visa
is issued for cruises with departure from Ushuaia
South Georgia Island
November – February
Falkland Islands
November – February
Livingston Island
November – February
Europe
Greece / Crete, Rhodes, Santorini, Zakynthos, Corfu and other islands
there is no pronounced rainy season, it can be at any time
Visa is issued at the British Embassy
British Virgin Islands
there is no pronounced rainy season, it can be at any time. Hurricanes are possible from July to October.
Visa is issued at the British Embassy
Venezuela / Margarita Island
rainy season from November to February, rains at night.
Visa not required
Guadeloupe / the islands of Guadeloupe, Marie-Galante, Desirade, Les Saintes, St. Barthelemy, Petit-Terre, Tentamar and St. Martin (the southern part of which belongs to Holland)
there is no pronounced rainy season, it can be at any time. Hurricanes are possible from July to October.
A visa can be obtained from the French consulate, but it does not give the right to enter the Schengen area
Grenada
all year round, it can rain at night.
Visa not required
Dominican Republic
rainy season from May to August, short rains.
Visa not required
Cayman Islands
the best time to visit is from November to April. at other times, typhoons and hurricanes are possible.
Visa is issued at the British Embassy
Canada (Newfoundland, Vancouver, Cape Breton, Prince Edward Island, Manitoulin, Lake Huron))
May – September
Canadian visa
Cuba
the season is all year round, it rains from July to August
Visa not required
Netherlands Antilles / Curacao
all year round
Visa is issued at the Embassy of the Netherlands
Martinique
the best period is from December to May
A visa can be obtained from the French consulate, but it does not give the right to enter the Schengen zone
St. Barthelemy
the best period is from December to May
A visa can be obtained from the French consulate, but it does not give the right to enter the Schengen zone
o. Saint Martin
the best period is from December to May
A visa can be obtained from the French consulate, but it does not give the right to enter the Schengen area
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
best season from november to may
Visa not required
Saint Kitts and Nevis
rains from May to October
Visa is issued at the British Embassy
Saint Lucia
the rainiest month is august
Visa is issued at the British Embassy
US/Hawaii
rains from June to November
US Visa
Turks and Caicos Islands
best season from december to july
Visa not required
Chile / Easter Island
all year round
Visa can be obtained at the Consulate of Chile
Ecuador / Galapagos Islands
all year round
Visa not required
Jamaica Island
all year round
Visa not required
Indian Ocean Islands and Africa
Kenya / Lamu Island
all year round
Visa can be obtained from the Consulate of Kenya
Mauritius Island
all year round, June to September cool season
Visa not required
Maldives
all year round, from June to September rain is possible
Visa not required
Mozambique / Bencuerra Island, Vamizi Island Curimbas Island
best season from october to april
Visa is issued at the consulate
Madagascar
all year round
Visa is issued at the consulate
Reunion Island
best season from september to november and from april to june
Visa can be obtained at the French Consulate
Seychelles
all year round
Visa not required
Tanzania / Zanzibar Island, Mafia Island, Mnemba Island, Pemba Island
all year round
Visa requirements change frequently. The visa application is accompanied by a yellow fever vaccination certificate
Australia and Oceania
Australia / Tasmania, Barrier Reef Islands
best season from december to april
Visa is issued at the Australian Consulate
Vanuatu Archipelago (82 islands)
all year round
Visa is issued upon arrival
Island New Zealand / including all small islands
best season from november to march
Visa is issued at the New Zealand consulate
New Caledonia / Ile Des Pins, Noumea
all year round
Visa can be obtained at the French Consulate
Fiji Islands
best season from May to December
Visa not required
Mariana Islands/Islands: Guam, Rota, Saipan, Tinian, etc.
all year round
It is necessary to issue an entry certificate
Cook Islands/Islands: Aitutaki, Rarotonga
all year round
Visa on arrival
Tahiti Islands: Islands: Marquesas, Bora Bora, Manihi, Moorea, Rangiroa, Tahiti, Tikehau, Tahaa, Hua Hin Included in the islands of French Polynesia
all year round
A visa can be obtained from the French consulate, but it does not give the right to enter the Schengen area
Samoa/Upolu and Tutuila
all year round
Western Samoa – visa not required, Eastern Samoa – visa required
Papua New Guinea
all year round
Visa required, issued at the Australian Consulate
Niue Island
all year round
Visa not required
Solomon Islands
all year round
Visa needed
Tongo Islands
all year round
English visa
Where is the warmest place in Spain in October.
Weather in Spain in October
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Every year the tourist organization of Russia publishes reports on where and how our tourists go abroad. And the Kingdom of Spain is constantly in the TOP five most visited countries by Russians. This is not surprising: there are gorgeous beaches, modern hotels, a lot of entertainment and, perhaps, the best opportunities for recreation. Plus, the beach season lasts quite a long time, and tourists can come here even in the middle of autumn. Although not many will dare to say that the weather in Spain in October 2020 is beachy. If the air is even more or less warm, then the water temperature in the sea is declining and few people dare to go in and swim.
What are the benefits of a holiday in Spain? Because it is varied. You can go on holiday to the islands. The best are Mallorca or Tenerife. You can relax on the seashore in the resorts of continental Spain. One of the best resorts in Barcelona and Costa Brava. And if you are not interested in beaches and the sea, then go to Madrid or Seville – these cities are beautiful and there are many attractions. But no matter where you are going, the weather in the country in autumn will be almost the same everywhere.
As we have already mentioned, Mallorca is one of the most beautiful islands in Spain. October is mostly sunny. Cloud cover will be no more than 25%, and rainy days no more than 1-2 per month. The amount of precipitation is about 30 millimeters. This means that the rains may be short and not over the entire island. During the day, the air warms up to +25, and at night it cools down to +18. The water in the sea off the coast of Mallorca is +23 warm, but still not everyone is at risk of swimming here.
It is warmest in mid-autumn in the resort of Santa Cruz. In the daytime, the air easily warms up to +26, and drops to +20 degrees at night. The water temperature in the sea is not higher than 23 degrees with a plus sign. blowing winds can cause strong waves on the sea, which often develop into a storm. Therefore, to swim or not is up to you.
In Barcelona, beloved by all, it is already cool in October, especially when compared with other southern resorts. During the day it is not higher than +20, and at night it is only +12 +15. The sea has already cooled down to 20 degrees, and you definitely can’t swim here. Although some tourists, warmed up by alcoholic drinks, go into the water and enjoy the sea. Not every day in Barcelona will be sunny. According to statistics, it rains here for 3-4 days. And if you add short-term precipitation to them, it turns out that one third of the month is rainy. For the entire month, 46 millimeters of precipitation can fall.
More and more tourists choose Malaga as their holiday destination. The second month of autumn is not the best for a trip here for a beach holiday. If it is still sunny and +23 degrees during the day, then no higher than +15 degrees is expected at night. The sea has cooled down to +20, and the amount of rain exceeds four days. So it is better to come to this resort in the summer.
Where is the best place to relax in Spain in October
There are many cities in Spain and many of them are located on the seashore and are resorts. The following table will help you understand where is the best place to go in Spain in October, and what you should pay attention to in the first place.
In October, travel agencies offer many trips to the Canary Islands and the most popular Spanish tourist cities at very low prices. This is due to the fact that in October there is a minimum flow of tourists, and this time is suitable for lovers of a relaxing pastime. Offered tours can easily be found in our search engine, where you can choose the most economical offers in the top lines.
All the beauty in October
Visiting Spain in October, you will definitely be satisfied. Visit the feast on national holidays, on October 12, the Spaniards celebrate two celebrations at the same time: the day of the Hispaniad, which means the commonwealth of Hispanic peoples and the feast of the Holy Virgin Pilar.
Be sure to visit the castle Pubol, which was a gift from Salvador Dali to his wife and muse Gala. Today, this castle has become a Dali museum and now you can see all his works there. And the attic is full of a collection of Dior and Cardin outfits that the hostess wore. An interesting choice for the whole family will be the resort town of Santa Susanna.
Weather
Since October in Spain the temperature drops to +22 C, and sometimes it rains. In the Canary Islands, you can not worry about a drop in temperature, but actively enjoy sandy beaches and water activities.
Spain is good because it can be visited at almost any time of the year. And if it so happened that vacation is possible only in the fall, then there is no need to despair. will welcome you with open arms. Nothing will remind you of autumn at the resorts. And in this review we will talk about what the weather is like in
The beginning of autumn in Spain is not much different from the summer period
In September, the rest is no different from summer. It can be safely considered a beach. The sea continues to be warm. And only at the end of the month the temperature begins to decrease slightly. Closer to the northern part, it can reach 22 degrees. In the southern part of the country, the temperature drops to 23 degrees.
Holidays in September in the resorts of Spain can be especially pleasant because there is an opportunity to see all the sights. The sun’s rays are no longer so scorching to interfere with this process.
The best option for your holiday
Costa Dorada is recognized as the tourist capital of Spain. The best option would be a vacation in Catalonia in the popular resort of Salou. This city has gained its fame thanks to the magnificent beaches, a large number of amusement parks. The nightlife in the resort is lively. This is facilitated by clubs and discos. With the help of a variety of excursions, you can get acquainted with numerous attractions by visiting Tarragona, Reus, Barcelona. September can be safely considered the most suitable month for the most interesting excursions.
There are always a lot of cultural events
Regardless of the fact that the summer period is almost over, there are a lot of cultural events. This is a holiday in honor of the Merciful Virgin Mary, who is the patroness of Barcelona, and theatrical performances, and fairs. There are a huge number of options for how to spend your time in September in Spain.
Should I visit Spain in October?
Tourists often ask questions about the weather in Spain in October. This is due to the fact that not everyone is able to escape from their offices and visit the country in September. But I want to relax at the resort. Let’s consider this question as well.
The weather in Spain in October remains quite warm for most of the month. Almost all resorts allow swimming in the first half. In the second half of the month, the water in the northern part of the country is no longer so suitable for swimming. You can swim only in Ibiza, Mallorca and on But in Malaga, although it is warm, the water temperature drops to 18 degrees.
Autumn weather features
The weather in Spain in October is one of the rainiest. But when compared with other months, which are characterized by a large amount of precipitation, we can say that this autumn period is quite dry. For example, in November there is much more rain. The weather in Spain in early October is warm and sunny. Therefore, you can safely visit a variety of excursions, swim in the sea. However, prolonged sunbathing should not be. It should be noted that the so-called “Indian summer” is observed in the first weeks. Therefore, for several days the weather is no different from summer. Generally speaking, the month is warm and sunny. Overcast and cloudy weather is observed only for a maximum of 10 days.
Cooler weather in Spain in October is present in the northern part. Accordingly, tourists go there only to enjoy a cultural holiday. A variety of travel companies are able to offer just a huge number of trips to Barcelona, Madrid, Seville and Granada.
Cultural holidays in Barcelona
Barcelona is the most popular tourist destination. And its main attraction can be considered the Gothic Quarter. The atmosphere that is inherent in it, a huge number of medieval buildings, labyrinths and dark streets – all this can attract the attention of numerous guests of the city. There is always something to see in Barcelona. There are over 40 different museums in the city. The buildings have a unique architecture designed by Antoni Gaudí. All this just overwhelms Barcelona with a special flavor. Among the most famous projects of Antonio, the Sagrada Familia, as well as the Park Güell, should be highlighted.
Vibrant Valencia
The weather in Spain in October makes it possible to visit Valencia. This city is more dynamic. Tourists get the opportunity to engage in a wide variety of sports. You can visit nightclubs, bars and restaurants. And the unique cuisine will not leave anyone indifferent. If you decide to visit this city, then you should definitely try the Valencian paella. Its preparation is rightfully considered a real art.
Active and cultural holidays in Granada
Granada is considered to be a beautiful city. In it, every tourist can enjoy not only active, but also cultural recreation. The resorts of the city provide the opportunity to use the ski slopes at any time of the day or night. Special attractions include the palaces of the Alhambra and the Generalife. Albayzin is also worth a visit. Without a doubt, Granada is the city that any tourist needs to visit.
How is shopping?
Shopping will allow you to visit outlers, which are relatively small trading towns. You can find any clothes of any brand in them. Therefore, shopping lovers will find something to their liking. If you are not one of them, then you can stroll through the classic shopping centers and boutiques. There are a lot of them in the cities of Spain.
Conclusion
Beautiful The weather is not able to interfere with your pastime. But you should understand that you need to make the right choice in favor of a particular resort. It is also worth deciding how exactly you want to spend your time. The country loves tourists. Therefore, all conditions have been created for vacationers to receive an incredible charge of vivacity, unique impressions.
October in Russia is often a wet and cold month. It is not surprising that many of our compatriots, whose vacation falls in the middle of autumn, try to spend it away from their homeland. Where it is still sunny and warm. One such country is Spain. In this article, the Tour-Calendar offers to find out what kind of vacation to expect when going there in a given period of time.
Weather in Spain in October
With the onset of October, a soft velvety autumn sets in in the Spanish provinces. A specific weather forecast depends on which region is directly in question – the heterogeneity of the landscape and the variety of climatic zones affect. The coolest regions include the northern and northwestern parts of the mainland, where the influence of the Atlantic prevails. October brings here a significant decrease in average daily temperatures: in the first half of the month, during the day, the air warms up to +23 ° C, and after the 15th, when the sky is increasingly covered with a dense cover of clouds and it rains, the street thermometer shows only +20 .. +21°C. The probability of finding sunny days is greater at the beginning of the month. Therefore, if you want to sunbathe on the coast, for example, on the beach of Barcelona, it is better not to delay your trip. According to weather forecasters, precipitation takes about a third of the month, so an umbrella is an integral part of a travel bag. For evening walks, you will need closed shoes, as well as warm and practical outerwear, because after sunset the environment quickly loses the accumulated heat, cooling down to +13..+16°C.
Madrid
Barcelona
Malaga
Ibiza
Costa del Sol
Costa Brava
Costa Blanca
Salou
Costa Dorada
Majorca
Tenerife
Closer to November, these figures may be 1-2 degrees less. In the central part of the country, autumn things are also relevant. For example, in Madrid in the evenings the temperature drops to +11..+14°C. The feeling of cold in the capital is intensified by rising chilly winds and slush. The latter is due to an increase in the amount of precipitation. The southern and southeastern regions are also gradually cooling down, but the number of clear sunny days there is much greater, so a swimsuit may come in handy. By noon, the air warms up to approximately +23..+25°C. When the sun sets below the horizon, it becomes chilly and uncomfortable. At night, no higher than +15°C should be expected. The only exception is Seville, where at night meteorologists register from +16°C to +18°C. Wonderful weather persists in Ibiza and the Canaries. The only thing is that the number of rainy days is slightly higher in the party resort of Balearic. During the daytime – about +23..+26°C. In the evenings, mostly +15..+17°C, in Tenerife and Gran Canaria – about +17..+19°C
What to do in Spain in October?
October in Spain is a fertile time. The heat finally subsides, and with it the influx of vacationers. Perhaps this is one of the most successful periods for a thorough trip around the country. The absence of tourist crowds contributes to the unhindered immersion in the Spanish flavor and the leisurely study of local traditions. And incendiary holidays and warm “beach” days only add rich colors to the rest and make it truly memorable.
Beach holidays
October tours to Spain give an excellent opportunity to turn back the clock and catch the last days of the outgoing summer. The most win-win option for those who pursue the goal of a beach holiday is the island of “eternal spring” and a bright representative of the Balearic archipelago – world-famous Ibiza. The beach season on these islands is still open. In the first week of the month, coastal waters keep the temperature at +23°C. As a rule, by the end of October they steadily cool down to +22°C.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, vacationers have the opportunity to practice windsurfing (there are a lot of specialized schools), scuba diving and parasailing. On the Atlantic coast of the continental part of the country, dipping will not bring the desired pleasure, since the water is already pretty invigorating – about +18.5..+19°C. And the frequent storms often prevent this. As for the mainland southern and southwestern resorts, it is very difficult to say anything concrete about them. Judging solely by the water temperature – +19..+21°C, theoretically swims are possible.
However, one should not forget about the changeable nature of the weather, which sometimes brings not the most pleasant surprises in the form of squally winds and high waves. So here’s how lucky.
Entertainment and excursions
In October, excursion activities are activated with a vengeance. At this time, the most optimal weather reigns – it is no longer hot in transport, and thirst will not torment. What to include in your educational program? Definitely Barcelona with the ingenious architectural creations of Gaudí
And Madrid with pompous royal palaces, richest museums and spacious green parks. Equally noteworthy is Seville, framed by picturesque mountains, replete with ancient churches, Moorish mosques and Gothic cathedrals. The Old City of Bilbao with rich mansions and centuries-old monasteries does not leave indifferent to its beauty. Some certainly visit the strict Toledo, which has preserved traces of various eras.
Others prefer the colonial town of Cartagena, imbued with the spirit of the 18th century. Fans of an active and varied pastime can ride a horse, play golf, go to a football match, watch flamenco in a cafe or restaurant, and also witness a bullfight (except for Catalonia and the Canary Islands). By the way, this is the last month that traditionally ends the bullfighting season.
Holidays and festivals
October in Spain is accompanied by many colorful festivals. One of them is the Day of Hispanidad / Día de la Hispanidad, celebrated annually on the 12th. This is the national holiday of Spain, which is considered a kind of founding day of the Spanish civilization.
Also on October 12, the memory of Our Lady Pilar is honored, under whose patronage Christopher Columbus discovered the New World. Initially, it was celebrated only in Aragon, but later spread throughout the entire state. For many older Spaniards, this holiday is loved more than their own birthday. In the city of Zaragoza on October 12, magnificent parades and dance performances are held. Another significant event of mid-autumn is the grandiose closing of the Flamenco Festival / Bienal de Flamenco in Seville, arranged once every 2 years. It was first held at 1980 and a few years later received wide publicity. Today, about 10,000 dancers from 40 countries of the world take part in it! In the first 2 weeks of October, seafood lovers flock to Ponteverde for the fish festival “La Fiesta del Marisco”,
To taste delicious dishes of lobsters, lobsters, shrimps, squids, etc. On October 24, residents and guests of Cordoba honor the memory of St. Raphael. The celebration is called “Día de San Rafael” and includes special services, as well as a number of social events, including folk festivals.
What are the prices for holidays in Spain in October?
October prices for excursions, air tickets and accommodation are relatively low. The fall in inbound tourist flow is forcing airlines, hoteliers and tour agencies to reduce tariffs for services rendered by an average of 20% compared to prices during the peak of the high season. However, it should be borne in mind that this number is approximate, and depends directly on the geographical location of the proposed vacation spot. So, in beach resorts, the cost of a day in a hotel room will be much lower than, for example, in a hotel of an equivalent category in Barcelona, which never knows a shortage of visitors, and which often hosts business meetings and other business events. In addition, last-minute vouchers are sold to many coastal cities throughout the month, allowing you to save a lot. At the same time, the quality of service remains at the same decent level.
The air temperature at the beginning of the month is kept at 15 degrees, during the day it reaches 20 degrees, and at night it can drop to 10. The water temperature is 20 degrees.
Weather in Spain in the second half of October
In late October – early November, the air temperature is 15 degrees, during the day it reaches 20 degrees, and at night it drops to 10. The water temperature is about 20 degrees.
Is it cold in Spain in October?
During the month of October, the daytime temperature in Spain is usually around 20 degrees, but can reach 31 degrees (the highest recorded temperature) and drop to 2 degrees at night (the lowest recorded temperature). Everyone perceives the temperature differently, however, taking a warm jacket with you will be the right decision.
Is it possible to get a tan in Spain in October?
Not everywhere in Spain you can get a tan in October. However, in Orihuela Costa and Torres Torres, daytime temperatures rise above 21 degrees, and in Las Rosas it reaches 25. In these cities, you can count on a tan.
Is it possible to swim in Spain in October?
The sea temperature in Spain in October is usually around 20 degrees. At the beginning of October, the water temperature is about 20 degrees, and at the end – 20. Most people will find it cool to swim in such water, however, if you are sufficiently hardened or you are lucky with the weather, then swimming in the sea is quite possible.
Where is the best place to relax?
October is not a very hot month, so you should choose warmer regions for relaxation. Among them:
People who can’t tolerate humidity should better look for places with a drier climate.
Where is it warmer in Spain in October?
The warmest resort in Spain in October – Las Rosas. The average daily temperature in Las Roses ranges from 20 degrees at night to 25 degrees during the day.
Where is the dry climate in Spain in October?
The driest climate in Spain is in Arecife. The amount of precipitation in it is only 7, and the relative humidity of the air is 74.
Rains in Spain in October
On average, 0 mm of precipitation falls in Spain in October. The number of sunny days is 31, and rainy – 8. Based on this, we can conclude that the probability of rain in Spain in October is 27%.
Holidays in Spain in October with children.
In October, it is better to go to Spain with a child only if you are focused on an excursion program, since the weather is not very suitable for a beach holiday.
where to go on a budget, weather, prices for tours 2019
Where to go on vacation in October
The TOTAL cost of the tour is indicated for ALL staying in the room, including fuel surcharges you didn’t suspect before, and on top of that, it’s decent to save money on vacation. So where can you go in October?
“Velvet season” at sea in October
Crete, Greece The island of Crete, according to the Greeks, is the cradle of modern civilization and a worthy welcome for a traveler can be found here. Even in early November, the weather pleases with warmth and sunshine, which is the envy of mainland Greece. But in contrast to the temperature, prices in hotels, restaurants and entertainment venues are creeping down uncontrollably.
Another plus is the reduction in tourist traffic, which guarantees tranquility on the beaches, sights, cultural institutions and bars. And at this time it is easy to buy a last-minute tour for October, which comes out even cheaper.
Kemer, Turkey Mediterranean warmth and hospitality do not leave these parts even in late autumn. Sea breezes are reinforced by the aroma of pine forest, which props up the beach strips closely. Hotels are still working, but the tourist community has significantly diminished in them. And unique architectural monuments, ancient treasures and natural beauties will make a good company.
And if you can have a cheap vacation in October without denying yourself anything, it’s in Kemer. All-inclusive, dozens of excursions, hammam, spa, thermal wellness, free beaches – what could be better?
Cyprus This island is not threatened by tourist oblivion even in the off-season. Tropical landscapes, mountain beauties, club extravaganza and most importantly – wherever you step – you will find yourself in ancient ruins, architectural monuments, archaeological zones or medieval fortresses. A researcher of historical treasures in Cyprus will not have to sit idle here. And Cypriot beaches are invariably included in the TOPs of the best in Europe , at least in the northern part of the island, which is in the Greek south.
The symbol of bohemian holidays is well-maintained and slightly prim Paphos. Hundreds of discos, bars, youth entertainment, etc. await guests in Larnaca.
Bulgaria Bulgaria is considered a center of inexpensive tourism. A tiny country by the Black Sea has won the hearts of travelers with low prices and quality service, and even at the end of the swimming season, it is worth going here by buying cheap tours for October.
The autumn cold snap did not have time to reach these places and the air is still warm – 25 degrees is quite enough for a tan and comfortable walks, and even antiquities,
sightseeing objects and unique monuments in this country cannot be counted. In addition, Bulgaria will offer excellent programs for healing, rejuvenation, treatment in thermal springs and sanatoriums. The list of entertainment is also impressive: horseback riding, mountain trekking, water parks, water sports.
Tunisia It is easy to buy last-minute trips to Tunisia in October, although even at this time African heat reigns there and European bliss in its best understanding flourishes. Temperatures from 25 degrees for local latitudes are a common thing, like the warm sea, and dozens of ancient places where a tourist steps with enviable regularity.
Tunisia is famous for its spa therapies and wellness programs based on the healing power of sea water, thermal waters, algae and centuries-old traditions. In addition, Tunisia is a traditional oriental flavor, Arab bazaars, inexpensive hotels, good beaches and modern clubs / bars / restaurants. The best places to travel are Sousse, Hammamet, Monastir, Mahdia and Djerba.
Rating of beach resorts in October
Sochi
Crimea
Djerba
Antalya
Canary Islands
It’s time to write songs and legends about the Canary Islands, for us they have become a symbol of an expensive vacation, while they are not at all expensive, but very affordable, especially if you go on vacation with a child in October.
Even on the coldest days, the temperature does not drop below 23 degrees, and you can swim not only in the ocean, but also in the pool, where it is much calmer, there are no waves and the water is carefully heated.
Tenerife is a one-stop destination with tropical gardens, amusement parks, volcanoes and other exciting adventures. No less wonderful holidays promise Lanzarote, La Gomera and La Palma, the latter often chosen for a romantic or family retreat.
Jordan Jordan is good for both beach activities and pilgrimages to historical sites, of which there are plenty. The coolness of the sea in Aqaba perfectly sets off the heat of the desert, and the ancient heritage provides many opportunities for exploration and discovery.
Israel Israel is ready to offer the right holiday for every season. Eilat invariably collects the best reviews – is the best place to spend a vacation with a child in October , and it suits young people and single travelers. In addition to the beaches, the resort has chic natural properties (mountains, desert, underwater kingdom). People come here to indulge in sports or lazy idleness in restaurants and discos.
Sri Lanka Faraway Sri Lanka does not know the concept of off-season, both in winter and in summer it is hot, sunny and indescribably beautiful. Unlike Europe, in autumn the island only wakes up, that is, it prepares for the tourist season. It is in the middle of autumn in Sri Lanka that you can have an inexpensive vacation in October.
United Arab Emirates October is your chance to visit the United Arab Emirates for quite affordable money. At this time, hotels do not raise prices, and the whole range of the most sophisticated entertainment is at your service – camel rides, beaches, sand skiing, water sports, shopping in the bazaars, the richest museum collections, wonderful cuisine – everything for the soul and delight of guests. Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and especially luxurious Dubai are at your service.
Maldives The Maldives is an island paradise where there is no room for melancholy. Snow-white beaches, palm trees, azure water surface, hundreds of islands – and antidepressants, and an activator of romantic moods, and a source for adventure. You can get acquainted with fish and corals in reef gardens, or you can go to a desert island or feel like the master of life with a glass of cocktail, sitting by the water in your own bungalow.
This corner has only one drawback – solid price tags, but if you try, you can find a last-minute tour in October and spend your vacation without going beyond the budget.
Thailand In Thailand, mid-autumn is not considered a popular time, and therefore the cost of tours is significantly cheaper. But ancient temples, luxurious palaces, ruins of old cities, national parks are still beautiful and interesting. As before, Pattaya, Phuket, Krabi, Koh Chang, Hua Hin are welcoming to guests. Bangkok beckons with vibrant nightlife, markets, amusement parks, unique landmarks and millions of city lights.
Vietnam If you are tired of city life and want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the earth, Vietnamese Phu Quoc is the best solution. This is also worth a visit if you are looking for tranquility, beach bliss and a sense of unity with nature.
Tropical jungle invites you to explore its expanses, waterfalls seduce you with freshness on a hot afternoon and no autumn – it is sunny here at this time and every day is fine. The beaches of Bai Dai and Bai Shao, which are recognized by the tourist community as the most beautiful in the world, won a special love of guests in Vietnam.
Comfortable October in the cities
Czech Republic No matter what they say, but it is in autumn that the Czech Republic acquires a special charm. Here you can have an inexpensive rest in October, improve your health in Karlovy Vary and Marianske Lazne, and at the same time see fabulous corners that are included in tourist brochures and booklets as oriental gothic. Cathedrals with high spiers, the richest palaces and powerful castles populate Prague and beyond.
In every Czech city there is at least one fortress or palace worthy of the attention of guests. And Czech beer, and wonderful Czech jewelry, and local liqueurs and fragrant sausages…
Italy
October is the best time to visit old Italy. Sicily, Capri, Ischia are ideal for autumn serenity. The water in the sea is still quite warm – 23 degrees and a little higher, mineral springs, healing mud, a magical climate give health, strength and positive.
Local beaches shimmer with golden sands , Buddhist pagodas flaunt with filigree carvings, high mountains willingly cool the ardor of guests with dense overgrowth of tropical greenery, mangroves fascinate with the riot of nature, tea plantations and orchards intoxicate with aroma and every detail completes the picture of universal paradise.
For those looking for a sophisticated pastime, Venice, Naples, Palermo, Verona, Florence and, of course, Rome, filled with historical evidence, will do. Milan, Turin, Pisa are also not the last stars in the tourist pleiad, but we should not even talk about such famous places as Rimini, Portofino.
Crimea It is not true that life on the peninsula stops in autumn. If the question is where to go in October, then the Crimean resorts are perfect for this. Especially Alushta , where affordability is combined with quality , and picturesque beaches are complemented by a wealth of possible entertainment.
In Alushta and its environs there are imperial residences – the famous Livadia Palace and the inimitable Massandra. The city is surrounded by colorful gardens and vineyards. Cozy cafes, restaurants, kebabs await the holidaymakers on the resort streets, ready to brighten up the leisure of a weary traveler.
Croatia In Croatian autumn, spa passions subside to give way to tranquility. And although only the most persistent will dare to swim in the sea, there is something to do here even without beaches – seafood, historical antiquities, thermal springs, spas, wineries, national parks. And you can make up for the lack of the sea in the pool.
Georgia October in Georgia is rather summer than autumn… That is why guests are not bored at all: the Black Sea is warm, and exciting excursions to the mountains will take place without sweltering heat in a very pleasant climate.
October is a logical continuation of September, when all Georgians, according to the good old tradition, gather at the same table in honor of the “rtveli” (harvest) holiday in order to taste dishes and drinks from the new harvest. This tradition has been around for almost 8,000 years! And if we also take into account that by October the collections of Tbilisi museums are being actively updated, a trip to Georgia may well be equated in terms of excursion significance with a visit to Old Europe.
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04/27/2022
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🇳🇱 The Consulate of the Netherlands in the Russian Federation suspends the issuance of short-stay visas.
🇹🇷 Turkey canceled the mask regime in enclosed spaces.
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👣 Two new national tourist routes – “Pearls of the Russian North” and “Ivanovo Manners” – appeared in Russia.
ℹ️ By 2024, a cable car will be built on the territory of Sochi from the beginning of the ascent to the Agur waterfalls to the tower on Mount Akhun.
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🌿Two nature reserves opened for visitors in Crimea: Kazantipsky and Opuksky.
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✈ The authorities of Egypt and Turkey do not plan to restrict the entry of tourists from the Russian Federation.
💰 Traveling in Moscow transport will be cheaper when paying with a smartphone using the Mir card.
🇦🇪 The UAE has softened the entry rules for Russians vaccinated by satellite V: now they can not take a PCR test before departure.
🇹🇷 The Turkish national carrier Turkish Airlines decided to put higher-capacity aircraft on flights from Istanbul to Moscow and St. Petersburg.
ℹ The flight restriction regime in the south of Russia has been extended until March 8.
🇯🇴JORDAN. Since March 1, all PCR tests at the entrance for tourists have been canceled in Jordan.
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🇱🇹 Lithuania lifted the quarantine upon entry.
🍷 “Fanagoria” (Krasnodar Territory), plans to build a new winery and a tourist complex in the Kuban.
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Beach holidays in October. Which resorts have the best beach holidays in October.
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In October, the summer season ends in the Mediterranean countries. On some coasts of the Mediterranean region, you can swim even in December, but mostly in these countries the low season comes.
As always, the warmest weather in the southern and eastern Mediterranean. The weather in Cyprus, in Turkey off the coast of Antalya, in Sicily, in Israel allows you to swim until the end of October.
The weather in October in Greece on the mainland is unstable, but on the southern islands – such as Crete and especially Rhodes, you can get a good beach holiday.
The rest of the Mediterranean is not suitable for a full beach holiday. The weather is unstable, it can rain, the evenings are cool. If you want to go in October and swim – choose the first half of October.
The season ends on the Black Sea coast as well. You can enjoy the last warm days, sometimes swim, but in general, nature is switching to winter time. Temperature table
Therefore, those who want to swim and sunbathe without problems should be prepared for long flights.
October is a beautiful season in Egypt, Eilat – this month the sea is very warm, and the suffocating summer heat has receded.
Therefore, the Red Sea is a hit of a beach holiday in October. Also, the UAE will rightly be considered the best beach holiday destination in October. It is only necessary to take into account that in the evenings the desert surrounding these resorts cools down greatly and after sunset it can be cool.
When choosing a beach holiday in October, you should not forget that even in the hottest countries of the northern hemisphere, autumn comes, so the daylight hours are significantly shortened, and it gets dark at about 5 pm.
Mild warm weather in the Canary Islands – sea and air temperatures are almost the same.
In India (Goa), the weather in October is beautiful – the rainy season is over, the best season for holidays in this region of India is coming. There is no unrest at sea, no suffocating heat and rain.
But in Southeast Asia, for some resorts, October is the worst time to travel. It is very rainy on Koh Samui, it rains in Pattaya and Phuket.
The rainy season is in full swing in Nha Trang. October is the worst month to visit this part of Vietnam. But, if you want to go to Vietnam, the weather is good at this time in Halong Bay.
Rainy in October and in the Western Hemisphere – Caribbean, Mexico in October prone to rain and hurricanes.
If you want to go to the beach with children in October, then read the article Top 10 places to stay with children at sea in October
In the table, when you click on the icon, you will go to a detailed description of the weather in this region.
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The best beach holiday in October
on the Indian Ocean, Atlantic and Pacific coasts
Air days
naya
tempe-
rature
water
Season
rainy
How many hours to fly from Moscow
Vietnam
Nha Trang
30
28
Rainy season
11
Dominican Republic
32
29
Rainy season
Very high Hurricane chance
12
Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh
30
27
no
5
Hurghada
29
26
no
5
Israel
Eilat
28
25
no
4
Tel Aviv
28
26
no
4
India Goa
31
28
no
8
Canary Islands (Tenerife)
25
24
no
8
China
Hainan
30
29
rainy season
11
UAE (Dubai)
35
27
no
6
Mexico
Acapulco
32
30
rainy season
Cancun
30
29
Season rainy season very high probability of hurricanes
14
Thailand
Pattaya
31
29
Rainy season
10
Phuket
31
28
Season rainy
waves at sea
10
Air and water temperature in October in the resorts of the Mediterranean and Black Seas
Mediterranean in October
Air day temperature
water
Greece
Halkidiki
21
23
Crete
23
24
Rhodes
24
24
Spain
Costa Brava
23
22
Costa del Sol
25
20
Italy
Rimini
20
20
Sicily
22
24
Cyprus
28
25
Turkey
Marmaris
25
22
Antalya
26
25
Kemer
28
25
France
Nice
20
21
Portugal
Algarve
24
21
Croatia
Dubrovnik
21
22
Montenegro
21
22
Black Sea in October
Air day temperature
water
Bulgaria
Sunny Beach
19
19
Russia
Anapa
17
17
Sochi
20
20
Yalta
16
17
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According to our observations, as well as reviews of tourists who visited Spain, we can say that the weather in Kemer in September is expected to be quite good. The average daily air temperature in October is 22.6 °С, while the sea water temperature will be 24.0 °С.
Weather in October
Daytime average temperature Nighttime average temperature
+22.6 °C +17.9 °C
Sea water temperature
+24.0 °C
Number of sunny days Length of daylight hours
11 days 11 hours 29 minutes
Rainy days Rainfall
7 days 110 mm
Average wind speed
12.1 m/s
Is it worth going to Tenerife for a holiday in October?
Comfort
66. 3%
Taking into account all available data on the weather in Tenerife in October (air and water temperature, amount and intensity of rains, cloudiness, day length and wind strength), we calculated the comfort level at this resort, which was 66.3 %. Please also note that the comfort level in November will be lower and will be 62.3 %
Comfort level by months
On the graph below you can see the comfort level in Tenerife calculated by us for each month. The most comfortable months for a holiday in Tenerife are September, July and June. Months with the minimum level of comfort are March, January and February.
Tenerife weather comparison by months
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Air temperature in Tenerife in October
Daytime air temperature in October ranges from 20. 3°C to 24.5°C, at night from 16.5°C to 16.5°C respectively. At the same time, the average air temperature is 22.6 °C during the day, and 17.9 °C at night. The difference between daytime and nighttime air temperatures reaches 4.6°C on average per month.
Water temperature in Tenerife in October
In October, the water in Tenerife is quite warm. The water temperature in the sea does not fall below 23.6°C, while the maximum figure can reach 24.3°C. The average water temperature in October is 24.0 °C, which is 0.3°C lower than in September and 1.3°C higher than in November.
Rainy days and precipitation in October
On average, Tenerife receives 110 mm of precipitation in October, with about 7 rainy days as a rule. October is one of the rainiest months in terms of rainfall. According to our observations and hysmeteo data, the probability of rainy weather is 23.6 %. Most of the time it will be moderate rain.
Sunny, cloudy and cloudy days
In Tenerife in October there are usually about 11 sunny, 15 cloudy and 5 cloudy days. The length of daylight hours (from dawn to dusk) is 11 hours and 29minutes. The number of hours of sunshine when the sun’s rays reach the earth’s surface, taking into account the average cloud cover for the month, is 7 hours and 0 minutes per day.
Wind in Tenerife in October
The graph below shows the probability of winds of different strengths during the month. At the same time, the average wind speed in Tenerife in October is 12.1 m/s, which makes it one of the windless months of the year.
Weather in October in other resorts in Spain
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Lanzarote March Weather, Average Temperature (Spain)
Daily high temperatures increase by 2°F, from 70°F to 72°F, rarely falling below 66°F or exceeding 77°F.
Daily low temperatures are around 60°F, rarely falling below 55°F or exceeding 63°F.
For reference, on August 20, the hottest day of the year, temperatures in Lanzarote typically range from 71°F to 83°F, while on January 25, the coldest day of the year, they range from 58°F to 68°F.
Average High and Low Temperature in March in LanzaroteMar112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313155°F55°F60°F60°F65°F65°F70°F70°F75°F75°F80°F80°FFebAprMar 170°FMar 170°F59°F59°FMar 3172°FMar 3172°F60°F60°FMar 1171°FMar 1171°F59°F59°FMar 2171°FMar 2171°F60°F60°F
The daily average high (red line) and low (blue line) temperature, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands. The thin dotted lines are the corresponding average perceived temperatures.
The figure below shows you a compact characterization of the hourly average temperatures for the quarter of the year centered on March. The horizontal axis is the day, the vertical axis is the hour of the day, and the color is the average temperature for that hour and day.
Average Hourly Temperature in March in Lanzarote
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The average hourly temperature, color coded into bands. The shaded overlays indicate night and civil twilight.
The month of March in Lanzarote experiences gradually decreasing cloud cover, with the percentage of time that the sky is overcast or mostly cloudy decreasing from 29% to 24%.
The clearest day of the month is March 31, with clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy conditions 76% of the time.
For reference, on October 29, the cloudiest day of the year, the chance of overcast or mostly cloudy conditions is 37%, while on July 19, the clearest day of the year, the chance of clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy skies is 98%.
Cloud Cover Categories in March in Lanzarote
Cloud Cover Categories in March in LanzaroteMar11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%100%10%90%20%80%30%70%40%60%50%50%60%40%70%30%80%20%90%10%100%0%FebAprMar 171%Mar 171%Mar 3176%Mar 3176%Mar 1173%Mar 1173%Mar 2174%Mar 2174%clearmostly clearpartly cloudyovercast
The percentage of time spent in each cloud cover band, categorized by the percentage of the sky covered by clouds.
A wet day is one with at least 0.04 inches of liquid or liquid-equivalent precipitation. In Lanzarote, the chance of a wet day over the course of March is essentially constant, remaining around 5% throughout.
For reference, the year’s highest daily chance of a wet day is 7% on December 30, and its lowest chance is 0% on July 4.
Probability of Precipitation in March in Lanzarote
Probability of Precipitation in March in LanzaroteMar11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%0%1%1%2%2%3%3%4%4%5%5%6%6%7%7%FebAprMar 15%Mar 15%Mar 314%Mar 314%Mar 114%Mar 114%Mar 214%Mar 214%rain
The percentage of days in which various types of precipitation are observed, excluding trace quantities: rain alone, snow alone, and mixed (both rain and snow fell in the same day).
Rainfall
To show variation within the month and not just the monthly total, we show the rainfall accumulated over a sliding 31-day period centered around each day.
The average sliding 31-day rainfall during March in Lanzarote is essentially constant, remaining about 0.3 inches throughout, and rarely exceeding 1.2 inches or falling below -0.0 inches.
Average Monthly Rainfall in March in Lanzarote
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The average rainfall (solid line) accumulated over the course of a sliding 31-day period centered on the day in question, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands. The thin dotted line is the corresponding average snowfall.
Over the course of March in Lanzarote, the length of the day is increasing. From the start to the end of the month, the length of the day increases by 52 minutes, implying an average daily increase of 1 minute, 44 seconds, and weekly increase of 12 minutes, 11 seconds.
The shortest day of the month is March 1, with 11 hours, 34 minutes of daylight and the longest day is March 31, with 12 hours, 26 minutes of daylight.
Hours of Daylight and Twilight in March in Lanzarote
Hours of Daylight and Twilight in March in LanzaroteMar11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310 hr24 hr4 hr20 hr8 hr16 hr12 hr12 hr16 hr8 hr20 hr4 hr24 hr0 hrFebAprMar 2012 hr, 7 minMar 2012 hr, 7 minnightnightdaydayMar 111 hr, 34 minMar 111 hr, 34 min
The number of hours during which the Sun is visible (black line). From bottom (most yellow) to top (most gray), the color bands indicate: full daylight, twilight (civil, nautical, and astronomical), and full night.
The earliest sunrise of the month in Lanzarote is 6:51 AM on March 26 and the latest sunrise is 59 minutes later at 7:50 AM on March 27.
The earliest sunset is 6:54 PM on March 1 and the latest sunset is 1 hour, 18 minutes later at 8:12 PM on March 31.
Daylight saving time (DST) starts at 2:00 AM on March 27, 2022, shifting sunrise and sunset to be an hour later.
For reference, on June 21, the longest day of the year, the Sun rises at 6:56 AM and sets 14 hours, 0 minutes later, at 8:56 PM, while on December 21, the shortest day of the year, it rises at 7:43 AM and sets 10 hours, 17 minutes later, at 6:01 PM.
Sunrise & Sunset with Twilight and Daylight Saving Time in March in Lanzarote
Sunrise & Sunset with Twilight and Daylight Saving Time in March in LanzaroteMar11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031312 AM4 AM6 AM8 AM10 AM12 PM2 PM4 PM6 PM8 PM10 PM12 AMFebApr6:51 AM6:51 AMMar 267:09 PMMar 267:09 PM7:19 AM7:19 AMMar 16:54 PMMar 16:54 PMMar 27DSTMar 27DSTSolarMidnightSolarMidnightSolarNoonSunriseSunset
The solar day over the course of March. From bottom to top, the black lines are the previous solar midnight, sunrise, solar noon, sunset, and the next solar midnight. The day, twilights (civil, nautical, and astronomical), and night are indicated by the color bands from yellow to gray. The transitions to and from daylight saving time are indicated by the ‘DST’ labels.
The figure below presents a compact representation of the sun’s elevation (the angle of the sun above the horizon) and azimuth (its compass bearing) for every hour of every day in the reporting period. The horizontal axis is the day of the year and the vertical axis is the hour of the day. For a given day and hour of that day, the background color indicates the azimuth of the sun at that moment. The black isolines are contours of constant solar elevation.
Solar Elevation and Azimuth in March in Lanzarote
Solar Elevation and Azimuth in March in LanzaroteMar112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313112 AM12 AM2 AM2 AM4 AM4 AM6 AM6 AM8 AM8 AM10 AM10 AM12 PM12 PM2 PM2 PM4 PM4 PM6 PM6 PM8 PM8 PM10 PM10 PM12 AM12 AMFebApr0010102020203030404050506000010102020303030404050606070
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Solar elevation and azimuth over the course of March 2022. The black lines are lines of constant solar elevation (the angle of the sun above the horizon, in degrees). The background color fills indicate the azimuth (the compass bearing) of the sun. The lightly tinted areas at the boundaries of the cardinal compass points indicate the implied intermediate directions (northeast, southeast, southwest, and northwest).
The figure below presents a compact representation of key lunar data for March 2022. The horizontal axis is the day, the vertical axis is the hour of the day, and the colored areas indicate when the moon is above the horizon. The vertical gray bars (new Moons) and blue bars (full Moons) indicate key Moon phases. The label associated with each bar indicates the date and time that the phase is obtained, and the companion time labels indicate the rise and set times of the Moon for the nearest time interval in which the moon is above the horizon.
The time in which the moon is above the horizon (light blue area), with new moons (dark gray lines) and full moons (blue lines) indicated. The shaded overlays indicate night and civil twilight.
Mar 2022
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We base the humidity comfort level on the dew point, as it determines whether perspiration will evaporate from the skin, thereby cooling the body. Lower dew points feel drier and higher dew points feel more humid. Unlike temperature, which typically varies significantly between night and day, dew point tends to change more slowly, so while the temperature may drop at night, a muggy day is typically followed by a muggy night.
The chance that a given day will be muggy in Lanzarote is essentially constant during March, remaining around 1% throughout.
For reference, on August 31, the muggiest day of the year, there are muggy conditions 58% of the time, while on February 1, the least muggy day of the year, there are muggy conditions 0% of the time.
Humidity Comfort Levels in March in Lanzarote
Humidity Comfort Levels in March in LanzaroteMar11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%0%10%10%20%20%30%30%40%40%50%50%60%60%70%70%80%80%90%90%100%100%FebAprMar 11%Mar 11%Mar 311%Mar 311%Mar 111%Mar 111%Mar 212%Mar 212%humidhumidcomfortablecomfortabledrydrymuggymuggy
The percentage of time spent at various humidity comfort levels, categorized by dew point.
This section discusses the wide-area hourly average wind vector (speed and direction) at 10 meters above the ground. The wind experienced at any given location is highly dependent on local topography and other factors, and instantaneous wind speed and direction vary more widely than hourly averages.
The average hourly wind speed in Lanzarote is essentially constant during March, remaining within 0.2 miles per hour of 14.4 miles per hour throughout.
For reference, on July 17, the windiest day of the year, the daily average wind speed is 17.6 miles per hour, while on October 14, the calmest day of the year, the daily average wind speed is 12.0 miles per hour.
Average Wind Speed in March in Lanzarote
Average Wind Speed in March in LanzaroteMar11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310 mph0 mph5 mph5 mph20 mph20 mph25 mph25 mph30 mph30 mphFebAprMar 114. 5 mphMar 114.5 mphMar 3114.3 mphMar 3114.3 mphMar 1614.3 mphMar 1614.3 mph
The average of mean hourly wind speeds (dark gray line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
The hourly average wind direction in Lanzarote throughout March is predominantly from the north, with a peak proportion of 73% on March 30.
Wind Direction in March in Lanzarote
Wind Direction in March in LanzaroteMar11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%100%20%80%40%60%60%40%80%20%100%0%FebApreastnorthwestsouth
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The percentage of hours in which the mean wind direction is from each of the four cardinal wind directions, excluding hours in which the mean wind speed is less than 1.0 mph. The lightly tinted areas at the boundaries are the percentage of hours spent in the implied intermediate directions (northeast, southeast, southwest, and northwest).
Lanzarote is located near a large body of water (e.g., ocean, sea, or large lake). This section reports on the wide-area average surface temperature of that water.
The average surface water temperature in Lanzarote is essentially constant during March, remaining around 65°F throughout.
Average Water Temperature in March in Lanzarote
Average Water Temperature in March in LanzaroteMar112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313163°F63°F64°F64°F65°F65°F66°F66°F67°F67°F68°F68°FFebAprMar 164°FMar 164°FMar 3165°FMar 3165°FMar 1165°FMar 1165°FMar 2165°FMar 2165°F
The daily average water temperature (purple line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
Definitions of the growing season vary throughout the world, but for the purposes of this report, we define it as the longest continuous period of non-freezing temperatures (≥ 32°F) in the year (the calendar year in the Northern Hemisphere, or from July 1 until June 30 in the Southern Hemisphere).
Temperatures in Lanzarote are sufficiently warm year round that it is not entirely meaningful to discuss the growing season in these terms. We nevertheless include the chart below as an illustration of the distribution of temperatures experienced throughout the year.
Time Spent in Various Temperature Bands and the Growing Season in March in Lanzarote
Time Spent in Various Temperature Bands and the Growing Season in March in LanzaroteMar11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%100%10%90%20%80%30%70%40%60%50%50%60%40%70%30%80%20%90%10%100%0%FebApr100%Mar 16100%Mar 16coolcomfortablewarm
frigid 15°F freezing 32°F very cold 45°F cold 55°F cool 65°F comfortable 75°F warm 85°F hot 95°F sweltering
The percentage of time spent in various temperature bands. The black line is the percentage chance that a given day is within the growing season.
Growing degree days are a measure of yearly heat accumulation used to predict plant and animal development, and defined as the integral of warmth above a base temperature, discarding any excess above a maximum temperature. In this report, we use a base of 50°F and a cap of 86°F.
The average accumulated growing degree days in Lanzarote are increasing during March, increasing by 442°F, from 786°F to 1,228°F, over the course of the month.
Growing Degree Days in March in Lanzarote
Growing Degree Days in March in LanzaroteMar1122334455667788991010111112121313141415151616171718181919202021212222232324242525262627272828292930303131800°F800°F900°F900°F1,000°F1,000°F1,100°F1,100°F1,200°F1,200°F1,300°F1,300°FFebAprMar 1786°FMar 1786°FMar 311,228°FMar 311,228°FMar 11927°FMar 11927°FMar 211,075°FMar 211,075°F
The average growing degree days accumulated over the course of March, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
This section discusses the total daily incident shortwave solar energy reaching the surface of the ground over a wide area, taking full account of seasonal variations in the length of the day, the elevation of the Sun above the horizon, and absorption by clouds and other atmospheric constituents. Shortwave radiation includes visible light and ultraviolet radiation.
The average daily incident shortwave solar energy in Lanzarote is increasing during March, rising by 1.2 kWh, from 5.3 kWh to 6.5 kWh, over the course of the month.
Average Daily Incident Shortwave Solar Energy in March in Lanzarote
Average Daily Incident Shortwave Solar Energy in March in LanzaroteMar11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310 kWh0 kWh2 kWh2 kWh3 kWh3 kWh4 kWh4 kWh5 kWh5 kWh5 kWh5 kWh6 kWh6 kWh7 kWh7 kWh8 kWh8 kWhFebAprMar 15.3 kWhMar 15.3 kWhMar 316.5 kWhMar 316.5 kWhMar 165. 9 kWhMar 165.9 kWh
The average daily shortwave solar energy reaching the ground per square meter (orange line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
For the purposes of this report, the geographical coordinates of Lanzarote are 29.010 deg latitude, -13.641 deg longitude, and 0 ft elevation.
The topography within 2 miles of Lanzarote is essentially flat, with a maximum elevation change of 0 feet and an average elevation above sea level of 0 feet. Within 10 miles is also essentially flat (0 feet). Within 50 miles is also essentially flat (0 feet).
The area within 2 miles of Lanzarote is covered by cropland (56%), bare soil (22%), and artificial surfaces (14%), within 10 miles by water (31%) and cropland (24%), and within 50 miles by water (91%).
This report illustrates the typical weather in Lanzarote, based on a statistical analysis of historical hourly weather reports and model reconstructions from January 1, 1980 to December 31, 2016.
The details of the data sources used for this report can be found on the Lanzarote Airport page.
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Lanzarote Weather in March – How Warm and Sunny Is It?
Looking for a sunny spring holiday? Lanzarote enjoys a beautiful weather in March!
March marks the transition from winter to spring in Lanzarote and the weather gets warmer and warmer as the month progresses. So the island is the perfect escape place for people seeking to escape the bitter cold back home.
What’s the weather like in Lanzarote in March
What to wear at night
Puerto del Carmen, Playa Blanca or Costa Teguise in March? Which one has the best weather?
Average temperatures
Rainfall
Sunshine hours
Sea temperature
Things to do in March
Events in March
Lanzarote in March is also still warmer than most other sunny winter destinations in Europe – unless you are planning to go to some other Canary Island.
Although Lanzarote is not a tropical island, the temperatures in March are mild and it’s definitely a lot warmer than the UK, Germany, Finland or even continental Spain. So although realistically you shouldn’t expect summer weather and temperatures, there are still big chances that you will go back home with a tan after spending a few days in Lanzarote.
What’s the weather like in Lanzarote in March
The weather in March in Lanzarote can be a mix of sunny days, one or two odd rainy days and maybe some calima.
Temperatures will be in the mid-20s °C, so when the sun is high on the sky, the weather is perfect for sunbathing.
On those overcast days you can still go out and travel around the island, as there are lots of things to see in Lanzarote for the curious traveler.
The sea is usually still too cold for swimming, so especially if you are traveling with children we recommend you book somewhere to stay with a heated pool. This way you will be able to make the most of the beautiful weather, even if the sea is too cold for you to swim in it.
What to wear at night
In the evenings you will need a jacket and long trousers, as temperatures drop when the sun is gone. At night you can expect temperatures around 15 – 17 °C and if there’s wind it will feel even colder, so a cardigan or a jacket is definitely needed.
Puerto del Carmen, Playa Blanca or Costa Teguise in March? Which one has the best weather?
When you look at weather reports for Lanzarote’s main resorts you can see easily that the predictions are almost the same.
And although the temperature in Puerto del Camen can be the same as in Costa Teguise, the weather conditions can be different due to wind speed and clouds.
For the winter months like January, February or March we tend to prefer Playa Blanca as we fell it’s more protected from wind. This is mostly a personal opinion, so you should choose based on your own preferences.
Average temperatures
Temperatures in March in Lanzarote go up to 22 – 24°C during the daytime, but when the sun is out it will feel warmer, so don’t forget to bring your sun cream with you. At night temperatures go down to 14 – 17 °C, so a jumper or a coat are a must.
Average high temperature: 22.9°C (73.2°F)
Average low temperature: 15°C (59°F)
Daily mean temperature: 19°C (66.2°F)
In Lanzarote, the daily mean temperature is 19°C in March, which is calculated as a mean between the average high temperature of 22.9°C and the average low of 15°C.
Record low & record high temperatures
The highest temperature ever recorded in Lanzarote in March (at Airport station) was 32.7°C and the lowest was 8.3°C.
Rainfall
Average rainfall: 13 mm
Average rainy days: 2
In March you can expect an average of 2 rainy days and the chances of rain decrease as the month of April gets closer.
However, with all the climate changes the weather is now unpredictable almost anywhere in the world, so Lanzarote has seen in the last 10 years some exceptions from the average rule of 2 rainy days per month. March 2011 brought to Lanzarote the most severe rainstorm ever recorded, while the following year in 2012 the island saw the driest month of March ever, with no rain at all.
So although we can present an average based on historical data, the future weather is very hard to predict, as exceptions can always occur. If you are coming to Lanzarote in March you should be prepared for some rainy days, but it will still be warmer than back home, so that’s a consolation.
Sunshine hours
Monthly sunshine hours in March: 240
Lanzarote gets an average of 8 hours/day of sunshine in March. It takes a while in the mornings for the sun to come up, but once it does you can expect a beach day ’till sunset.
Sea temperature
This is the average numbers for the sea temperature in March in Puerto del Carmen:
The average sea temperature in March: 18.6°C / 65.5°F
With an average of 19. 8°C / 66.7°F, the sea is starting to warm up, but it can still be too cold for most people to enjoy a swim in the sea.
Things to do in March
What we most like to do when visiting in March is to explore the island from corner to corner, discovering new and secret places every time.
For us the summer days are just too hot to be out in the sun all day, so we can’t walk as much as we would like. This is why months like March are perfect for journeys of discovery.
Go to Timanfaya National Park
The journey through Timanfaya National Park is beautiful no matter the season and in March it will be definitely less crowded than in summer.
Cueva de los Verdes
If you get an overcast day in March, you can go and visit Cueva de Los Verdes
If it’s raining outside, this is the perfect place to escape the rain. The visit to Cueva de los Verdes is fascinating and a must for anyone traveling to Lanzarote, as you will learn more about the island’s volcanic history.
Events in March
Carnival month
In 2020, the carnivals in Lanzarote will take place in March, so this is the perfect month to visit if you want to participate in at least one of these big events. People get dressed up and there is a big parade with floats and costumes, so the atmosphere is great and tourists and locals as well take part in these celebrations that last for several days.
LANZAROTE WEATHER – MONTHLY REPORTS
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Lanzarote ON – Weather in Lanzarote in March
Teh weather in Lanzarote in March has is pretty similar weather like January and February with temperatures ranging between 20 °C to 24 °C during the day and between 14 °C and 16 °C at night.
Sometimes there are overcast days too, but when the sun shines it surely is bikini weather and a good tan can be enjoyed. There could be an occasional sand storm due to winds blowing from the Sahara desert. If you’re planning to have a good time in the sun then a swimsuit with sunscreen lotion is essential. Packing a light sweater or cardigan is good for some windy and cool nights.
The average temperature in Lanzarote in March
The average high temperature in the day in Lanzarote in March is around 22°C
The average low temperature in the night in Lanzarote in March is around 14°C
What time does the sunrise and sunset in March in Lanzarote
The sun rises around 7:30 am and sets around 18:00- 18:30 pm in Lanzarote in January. The UV rays are still powerful even if its cloudy in Lanzarote sometimes in March. The best way to see the sunset in Lanzarote is on a Lanzarote sunset cruise
Does it rain in Lanzarote in March?
Average rainy days in Lanzarote in March are around 2 to 3 days a month
Average rainfall in Lanzarote in March is around 17mm
Is it warm in Lanzarote in March?
Most days in Lanzarote are warm and you will see many people around the beaches and the pools. You certainly won’t mind the odd cloudy spell every now and again, and most hotels and resorts are equipped with lots of fun and entertainment activities indoors. During the day the temperatures are warm around 22°C, though sometimes there may be cool winds blowing, you definitely won’t want to forget to take along your swimsuit, sunscreen and flip flops. Evenings can be a little cold, so carrying a fleece or a light jacket along is good, and a quiet stroll along the beach every night is awesome, and at night can get a little colder reaching lows of 14°C.
But is Lanzarote hot in March?
Let’s face it is hotter than the UK and Ireland and you can still get sunburned so if the question is Lanzarote hot in March we say yes! it can be it depends on what you are used to. We certainly recommend packing suncream as the weather in Lanzarote in March can vary and while it may look cloudy the UV rays are still shining through the clouds. But come sun or cloud there are so many things to do in lanzarote whatever the weather.
With the weather in Lanzarote in March, what clothes should you pack?
All the usual clothes should be on your list for the days in Lanzarote, certainly swimming clothes, shorts T-shirts and general summer clothes, we would, however, suggest packing something warm for the evening, a hoody, cardigan, you won’t need your full-on winter coat. Socks are always a good one to keep your feet warm at night, hotels won’t have heating its not needed neither do they provide quilts but most have warm blankets. You won’t go wrong picking one or two warmer outfits but you probably won’t need them.
If you are coming to Lanzarote in March then you should also consider packing some dressing up costumes as the island hosts the many Lanzarote carnivals in March.
How cold is the sea with the Lanzarote weather in March?
The average sea temperature in Lanzarote in March is around 18.6°C, it is a shock getting in but it will be warmer than most pools if you are in a hotel or apartment with no heated pool. March in Lanzarote is a lovely time of the year and you can even get yourself out on one of the many Lanzarote boat trips. If your pool is not heated fear not because in Lanzarote one of the two water parks opens all year round and their pools certainly take the chill off and you can have loads of fun on the slides and rides at the same time at the Playa Blanca waterpark Aqualava waterpark Lanzarote. They offer a bus service from Costa Teguise and Puerto Del Carmen also.
Things to do in Lanzarote in March
Like all months there are so many things to do in lanzarote and as March is a relatively quiet month although are plenty of events you will find most of the Lanzarote attractions will be peaceful. There will still be long waiting times at Timanfaya National Park so we always recommend taking one of the Timanfaya National Park tours as they will have priority entrance at the park. The Rancho Texas Park is of course open 365 days of the year and is a great day out for the whole family and there is also the Buggies Lanzarote tours which also have quads and trikes too and this is a great way to see the island.
Other things to see and do in Lanzarote in March
You can also keep yourself and your family busy by participating in a few March activities like :
San Leandro Festival:The San Leandro Festival in Teguise is celebrated on March 13th in 2015. This event showcases the local culture and includes musical concerts, dances and plenty of opportunities to try the local food and drink.
– St. Joseph’s Day: This festival is celebrated on March 19th. There are special services held across churches on the island.
– Semana Santa: This is a holy week before Easter with religious holidays of Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday. During this week processions are carried out and a parade of sacred icons and religious statues is carried out through villages and towns of the island.
– St. Patrick’s Day: This is a very special day for Irish ex-pats celebrated on March 17, especially in pubs and clubs. Malpais Festival of arts runs through May until May. Costa Teguise Mountain Bike Rally is a challenging activity that will keep you busy on two wheels.
– Trofeo Sar Princesa Alexia: This event is held in Arrecife between March 15th and March 17th. This event is a must for boat enthusiasts and the most important sporting event of the month.
March Weather in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, Spain – 2023 – Winter Sun Expert
Puerto del Carmen is the main tourist town on the island of Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain and it is on the southeast side of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands. Puerto del Carmen was originally a small fishing village, and even though it has become a very lively holiday hub, the old harbor is still a delightful place to visit, boasting some excellent seafood restaurants. The waterside promenade doubles up as the main strip – it’s packed with bars, clubs, and restaurants, and it also looks out over a trio of beaches.
The island has avoided heavy development and many of its top attractions were developed with the help of the artist César Manrique, who gave them a timeless, space-age style.
Although the resort has grown over the last twenty years, it now stretches along the whole 6 km (4 Miles) of golden sandy beaches. The town has been saved from the high-rise buildings that blight so many other destinations due to the strict planning restrictions.
Contents
1 March weather in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain
2 March weather in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain in more detail
2.1 – What will the temperature be in Puerto del Carmen in March
2.2 – Can you expect rain in March in Puerto del Carmen?
2.3 – What will the water temperature be in Puerto del Carmen for March
2.4 – Can you expect in March a lot of sunny days in Puerto del Carmen
2.5 – Will it be comfortable in March in Puerto del Carmen?
3 What to do in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain in March
4 Is it humid in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain in March?
5 Is March a good time to go to Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain?
6 Does it rain all day in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain in March?
7 Is March the rainiest month in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain?
8 Is March the most sunniest month in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain?
9 Weather in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain in other months
March weather in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain
To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in March in Puerto del Carmen, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if March is comfortable or humid
Generally, March in Puerto del Carmen will be really nice. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 75°F / 24°C. As the humidty is low, it will feel very comfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 55°F / 13°C.
Puerto del Carmen does not have a lot of rainy days in March. You can expect around 2 rainy days, with on average 0.2 inches / 6 mm of rain during the whole month.
The forecast for March 2023 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.
March weather in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain in more detail
To get a better feeling for the type of weather, you can expect in March in Puerto del Carmen, we will look at the temperature, rain, wind, humidity, water temperature, and sun and clouds
– What will the temperature be in Puerto del Carmen in March
Generally, you can expect in March an average temperature of 75°F / 24°C during the day and an average of 55°F / 13°C during the night. In March, during the warmest part of the afternoon, the temperature can often get as high as 87°F / 31°C, and at the end of the night, it can get as low as 50°F / 10°C.
When looking at the whole year, January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of around 71°F / 22°C. August is the hottest month, with an average temperature of around 86°F / 30°C. When comparing March with the temperature in the month before and after, this is almost equal to February, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 73°F / 23°C. And equal to April, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 75°F / 24°C.
Day and night temperature variation for Puerto del Carmen during the year.Day and night temperature variation for Puerto del Carmen during the year.
But average temperatures only tell half of the story. It is also good to check the maximum and minimum temperatures. When looking at the whole year, August is the hottest month, with a temperature of around 95°F / 35°C. January is the coldest month, with a temperature of around 78°F / 26°C. When comparing March with the temperature in the month before and after, this is slightly higher than February, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 82°F / 28°C. And almost equal to April, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 86°F / 30°C.
In the following graph, you can see how many cold and hot days you can expect in Puerto del Carmen each month:
Day and night temperature variation for Puerto del Carmen during the year.Day and night temperature variation for Puerto del Carmen during the year.
– Can you expect rain in March in Puerto del Carmen?
Generally, you can expect about 2 rain days in March, with on average 0.2 inches / 6 mm of rain.
When looking at the whole year, July is the dryest month, with an average rainfall of around 0 inches / 0 mmmm. December is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of around 0.3 inches / 8 mmmm. When comparing March with the month before and after, this is equal to February, which sees around 0. 2 inches / 6 mm of rain. And slightly more than April, which sees around 0 inches / 1 mm of rain
Rain days for Puerto del Carmen during the year.Rain days for Puerto del Carmen during the year.
If we look at the number of days with rain, July is the month with the least amount of rain days with an average of between 0 and 1 days. December is the month with the most rain days with an average of between 2 and 3 days. When comparing March with the month before and after, this is almost equal to February, which sees an average of between 1 and 2 days of rain. And almost equal to April, which sees an average of between 0 and 1 days of rain
– What will the water temperature be in Puerto del Carmen for March
You can expect in March, the water temperature for Puerto del Carmen to be between 68°F / 20°C and 64°F / 18°C.
To compare the water temperature we will use the maximum water temperature. You can expect this temperature on a more sunny day, close to the shore, when the wind does not mix the relatively warmer and colder water.
September has the highest water temperature, with around 75°F / 24°C. March has the lowest water temperature, with around 68°F / 20°C. When comparing the water temperature from March with the month before and after, March has a water temperature almost equal to February, with a water temperature of around 68°F / 20°C. And almost equal to the water temperature from April, that is around 68°F / 20°C.
Water temperature for Puerto del Carmen during the year.Water temperature for Puerto del Carmen during the year.
– Can you expect in March a lot of sunny days in Puerto del Carmen
Generally, you can expect around 6 sunny days in March and around 23 partly sunny days. The remaining days will be cloudy.
When looking at the whole year, November is the month with the highest number of sunny days, with an average of between 11 and 12 sunny days. August is the month with the lowest number of sunny days, with an average of between 0 and 1 sunny days. When comparing March with the number of sunny days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to February, with an average of between 7 and 8 sunny days. And almost equal to April, with an average of between 5 and 6 sunny days
The number of sunny, partly sunny, and cloudy days for Puerto del CarmenThe number of sunny, partly sunny, and cloudy days for Puerto del Carmen
We have looked at the sunny days in Puerto del Carmen. Let’s also look at the cloudy or overcast days. January is the month with the highest number of cloudy days, with around 4 cloudy days. June and July And are the months with the lowest number of cloudy days, with an average of between 0 and 1 cloudy days. When comparing March with the number of cloudy days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to February, with an average of between 2 and 3 cloudy days. And almost equal to April, with an average of between 1 and 2 cloudy days
– Will it be comfortable in March in Puerto del Carmen?
Generally, March in Puerto del Carmen will have a low humidty, and will feel very comfortable.
We use the humidity and temperature in Puerto del Carmen to calculate the Wintersun Expert Comfort level for each month. The lower the Wintersun Expert Comfort level, the more comfortable it will be. Only for certain people, extremely dry air can feel slightly uncomfortable.
When looking at the whole year, January has the lowest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of “very comfortable” (dry air). August has the highest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of “comfortable” (not very humid). When comparing March with the month before and after, this is almost equal to February, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of “very comfortable” (dry air). And almost equal to April, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of “very comfortable” (low humidty)
Wintersun Expert Humidity / Comfort level for Puerto del CarmenWintersun Expert Humidity / Comfort level for Puerto del Carmen
What to do in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain in March
Some of the top attractions to visit in Puerto Del Carmen are:
The Beaches: Puerto del Carmen comes with 3 sandy beaches. The Playa Grande, Playa Chica and Playa Pocillos.
Landscapes/Nature & Parks: Rancho Texas Lanzarote Park, Timanfaya National Park, and the Cueva de los Verdes lava tube.
Golf: Lanzarote Golf Resort – Puerto del Carmen
Books and Stationery: book lover snowbirds can head to the Bookshop located at either end of Puerto del Carmen to satisfy their reading needs. Photocopying services available at both shops.
Is it humid in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain in March?
A lot of people ask interested in the humidity or relative humidity for Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain in March. But the real question they want to ask is not about humidity but the amount of moisture in the air. Or better, about comfort. Will it be comfortable in March in Puerto del Carmen, or will high humidity make it uncomfortable.
To answer this question, we have to look at the dew point. Relative humidity can change a lot in Puerto del Carmen during the day and night, as it changes when the amount of moisture changes and, but also when the temperature changes. It is a lot less reliable for comfort. Where the dew point only varies with the amount of moisture in the air.
Looking at the dew point, we can see that for the month of March, you can expect that Puerto del Carmen will have a low humidty, and will feel very comfortable.
January is the month with the most comfort. It will have dry air, and will feel very comfortable. August is the most uncomfortable month. It will be moderately humid, and can feel slightly uncomfortable for some. In the graph, you can see that there is some difference between the most comfortable and most uncomfortable months
Humidity level for Puerto del CarmenHumidity level for Puerto del Carmen
Is March a good time to go to Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain?
Trying to answer the question of whether March is a good time to go to Puerto del Carmen is not as easy as it first seems. Some people like colder weather, and others prefer a warmer climate. Some are fine with some humidity, and others are not. If your location has air conditioning, the night temperature is less important.
These are some examples. I will try to answer the question with a more generic person in mind. The more detailed information in this article should be enough to check further if this applies to you as well.
If we look at the average temperature for Puerto del Carmen in March, we can see that it will be fine for most people. In March, you can expect it to be really nice, with an average temperature of around 75°F / 24°C. As the humidty is low, it will feel very comfortable. During the night, it will be around 55°F / 13°C.
As the number of overcast days is not high, you can enjoy the sun with around 6 sunny days and 23 partly sunny days.
The last aspect we will look at is rain. You can expect around 2 rainy days, with on average 0.2 inches / 6 mm of rain during March. If it were more than five days, the location would be slightly less attractive for a shorter stay.
We have looked at the average day temperature, the night temperature, humidity, the number of overcast days, and the rain. We think that March a good time to go to Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain for most visitors.
Does it rain all day in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain in March?
In Puerto del Carmen, it does not rain all day in March. You can expect around 2 rainy days, with on average 0.2 inches / 6 mm of rain during the month.
Another way of looking at the rain is the number of sunny days. For Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain, there are, on average 6 sunny days and 23 partly sunny days in March. That clearly shows that it is not raining all the time.
Is March the rainiest month in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain?
March is not the month with the most rainy days, and not the month with the most rain.
To answer what the rainiest month is in Puerto del Carmen, we will both look at the month with the most rain, and the month with the highest number of rainy days.
December is the month with the the highest number of rainiest days. On average, you can expect 3 days with rain. July is the month with the lowest number of rainy days, with aproximately 0 days.
December is the month with the most rain. This is not equal as the one with the most rainy days. On average, you can expect 0.3 inches / 8 mm of rain. July is the month with the least amount of rain. This is not the same month as the one with the lowest number of rainy days. You can expect approximately 0 inches / 0 mm of rain.
Is March the most sunniest month in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote Spain?
March is not the month with the most sunny days, not the month with the most partly sunny days, and it is not the month with the lowest number of overcast days.
To answer what the sunniest month is in Puerto del Carmen, we will of course look at the month with the most sunniest days, but also look at the month with the biggest number of days that are sunny or partly sunny.
November is the month with the highest number of sunny days. On average, you can expect 6 sunny days, and 23 partly suny days. August is the month with the lowest number of sunny days.
July is the month with the highest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined. While February is the month with the lowest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined.
The last thing we will look at is the number of overcast days. June and July are the months with the lowest number of overcast days. While January is the month with the highest number of overcast days.
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Weather in Lanzarote during March
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19℃
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Sea temperature
As a winter-sun destination, Lanzarote is a winter-sun destination, the temperature is comfortable both by day and night and the sea is warm enough to swim in. Pack a hoodie and light jacket just in case the wind whips up from the Atlantic. We’ve looked at the most up-to-date weather data for Lanzarote, covering the last 12 years up to 2022, plus we’ve asked our team of travel bloggers for their first-hand experiences in order to answer the most frequently asked questions about Lanzarote weather in March.
What’s the temperature like in Lanzarote during March?
The temperature is extremely stable in March with average highs of 19℃ and lows just 2℃ lower at 17℃. The UV index will be moderate at this time of year, so not something to worry about for the average person. However, if you’re going to be outside for long periods it’s worth wearing a broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember that bright surfaces, such as water and sand increase UV exposure.
Does it rain in Lanzarote during March?
On average, there will be 7 rainy days during the month, amounting to 9. 1mm in total. That’s almost nothing at all, therefore rain isn’t something we think you need to consider. You’re not likely to see a thunderstorm during your trip.
How warm is the sea in Lanzarote during March?
The water around Lanzarote is around 18℃ during March. It will feel a little on the cool when first entering, but you’ll warm up quickly. Most kids will have no problem with this temperature, but those who feel the cold are unlikely to want to swim.
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Lanzarote sea water temperature in March
Is it warm enough to swim in Lanzarote in March? Average water temperature in Lanzarote in March is 18. 2°C and therefore is not suitable for comfortable swimming. The warmest sea in Lanzarote in March is 19.8°C, and the coldest is 16.6°C. To find out the sea temperature today and in the coming days, go to Current sea temperature in Lanzarote
To get an accurate forecast for the water temperature in Lanzarote for any chosen month, compare two years within a 10 year range using the chart below. In addition to the sea water temperature in Lanzarote, the selected years in the table also show the values of the maximum and minimum temperatures on each of the days of March.
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1 March
18. 5°C
18.7°C
17°C
19.6°C
2 March
18.5°C
18.7°C
17.1°C
19.6°C
3 March
18.5°C
18.6°C
17°C
19.4°C
4 March
18.5°C
18.7°C
17°C
19.3°C
5 March
18.4°C
18.8°C
17°C
19.7°C
6 March
18.4°C
18.6°C
17°C
19.6°C
7 March
18.3°C
18.6°C
16.7°C
19.5°C
8 March
18.3°C
18.8°C
17.1°C
19.4°C
9 March
18.4°C
18.6°C
17.2°C
19.3°C
10 March
18.1°C
18.5°C
17.3°C
19.5°C
11 March
18.3°C
18.3°C
17.3°C
19.4°C
12 March
18.3°C
18.3°C
17.5°C
19.3°C
13 March
18. 3°C
18.3°C
17.5°C
19.2°C
14 March
18.1°C
18.3°C
17.1°C
19.5°C
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18.1°C
18.4°C
17.2°C
19.3°C
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18.2°C
18.6°C
17.3°C
19.4°C
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18.2°C
18.6°C
17.4°C
19.8°C
18 March
18°C
18.4°C
17.2°C
19.6°C
19 March
18°C
18.5°C
17.2°C
19.7°C
20 March
18.1°C
18.6°C
17°C
19.5°C
21 March
18.2°C
18.4°C
17.1°C
19.4°C
22 March
18.3°C
18.4°C
17.1°C
19.3°C
23 March
18. 2°C
18.3°C
17.1°C
19.5°C
24 March
18.1°C
18.4°C
17.3°C
19.6°C
25 March
18.1°C
18.4°C
17.3°C
19.5°C
26 March
18.3°C
18.4°C
17°C
19.7°C
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18.3°C
18.7°C
17.1°C
19.2°C
28 March
18.4°C
18.9°C
16.9°C
19.3°C
29 March
18.6°C
19.1°C
16.6°C
19.6°C
30 March
18.5°C
19.1°C
17.3°C
19.6°C
31 March
18.4°C
19.2°C
17.4°C
19.5°C
Average water temperature in Lanzarote in March over a decade
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18°C
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18.4°C
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The nearest locations with the average water temperature in March. In addition, the maximum and minimum water temperatures for that month, recorded over the last decade, are shown
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Tenesar
18.2°C
16.6°C
19.8°C
La Santa
18.2°C
16.5°C
19.8°C
El Golfo
18.3°C
16.7°C
19.8°C
Caleta de Caballo
18.1°C
16.5°C
19.8°C
La Hoya
18.3°C
16.7°C
19.8°C
Caleta de Famara
18.1°C
16.4°C
19.8°C
Playa Chica
18.2°C
16.5°C
19.8°C
Playa Quemada
18.2°C
16.6°C
19.8°C
Los Pocillos
18.1°C
16.5°C
19.8°C
Puerto Calero
18.2°C
16.5°C
19.8°C
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Check the weather for March before planning your vacation on the island. Lanzarote.
Average weather data includes daytime highs and nighttime lows in temperature, rainfall, hours of sunshine, and water temperature data.
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Lanzarote 21.4444 °С, minimum night temperature 14.2222 °С. Rainfall in March is usually no more than 8 mm, and the number of hours of sunshine is at least 8.
Weather in March in other resorts in Spain
Barcelona
17 ° C
Valencia
20 ° C
ibitsa
16 ° C
Canary Islands
20 ° C
Brava Costa
15 ° C
Dorada
9007 4 16 ° C 9007. Costa del Sol
18 ° C
Mallorca
16 ° C
Malaga
19 ° C
Tenerife
20 ° C
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March 27, 2022
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March 16, 2020
Sandos Papagayo Beach Resort & Spa Lanzarote
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Meals: everything is good, meat dishes, excellent desserts.
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March 13, 2020
La Casona De Yaiza Lanzarote
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We got a luxurious room – very spacious and with a view of the volcanoes and a palm tree. We lived in a historic building. The building and landscaping are very beautiful. The hotel is located in a pleasant small town. We… Read more
Weather in Lanzarote in March. Sea temperature in march.
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Sea weather / Spain / Lanzarote weather / Weather in MARCH
February
March
April
Daytime average temperature
+19°C
+19°C
+21°C
Average temperature at night
+17°C
+17°C
+17°C
Sea water temperature
+18°C
+18°C
+19°C
Number of sunny days
14 days
17 days
17 days
Daylength
10.8 – 11.5 hours
11.6 – 12.4 hours
12.4 – 13.3 hours
Number of rainy days
1 day
0 days
0 days
Rainfall
13. 5 mm
10.4 mm
6.4 mm
Average wind speed
7.0 m / s
6.9 m / s
6.3 m / s
Weather on Lansarot by month
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May
June
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Air temperature in Lanzarote in March
The graph below provides detailed information about daytime and nighttime temperatures in Lanzarote in March.
Select the year you are interested in to see daily temperatures in March for that year.
The average air temperature in March over the past 5 years is 19.4°C during the day and 16.7°C at night.
To get data on the air temperature in Lanzarote for other months, go to the “Weather by months” section.
Data for:
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
Sea temperature in Lanzarote in March
The graph below provides detailed information about the water temperature in Lanzarote in March.
Select the year you are interested in to see daily temperatures in March for that year.
The average sea temperature in March for Lanzarote for the last 5 years is 18.0°C.
To get water temperature data for other months, go to the “Weather by months” section.
Data for:
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
Sunny days in Lanzarote in March
The graph below shows the number of sunny, cloudy and overcast days you can expect in Lanzarote in March.
The forecast is based on information about the weather in this resort, collected over the past five years.
However, such a forecast cannot be accurate and should only serve as a rough guide.
Rainy days in Lanzarote in March
The graph below shows the probability of rainfall of varying strengths in Lanzarote in March.
The forecast is based on rainfall information for this resort collected over the past five years.
However, such a forecast cannot be accurate and should only serve as a rough guide.
Windy days in Lanzarote in March
The chart below shows information on how strong the wind can be in Lanzarote in March.
The forecast is based on information about the strength of the wind at this resort, collected over the past five years.
However, such a forecast cannot be accurate and should only serve as a rough guide.
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What is the weather like in March in Lanzarote? The thermometer during the day on the island rises to +19.7 degrees, at night +15.6 degrees. As a rule, in March there is no more than one rainy day in Lanzarote. The water temperature in March is +17.7 degrees.
Average temperature
+18°
Air temperature during the day
+20°
Air temperature at night
+16°
Water temperature
+18°
Rainfall (mm)
11 mm
Rain
1 day
Sunny days
18 days
Humidity
72%
Day length
12 hours
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Air temperature in Lanzarote in March
The air temperature in Lanzarote during the day in March reaches +20 ° C, at night: +16 ° C. The highest value for March during the day was recorded on 03/09/2017 and amounted to +28 °C, the lowest on 03/21/2018: +17 °C.
Water temperature in Lanzarote in March
The average water temperature in Lanzarote in March is around +18 °C, which is hardly suitable for swimming. The highest value for March was recorded on 03/19/2018 and amounted to +19 °C, the lowest on 03/24/2020: +15 °C.
How many sunny days per month
There are 18 sunny, 3 cloudy and 10 cloudy days per month, so the weather in Lanzarote in March is quite sunny.
Lanzarote in March Things to do?
Tour-Calendar assessed the possibility of types of recreation on a scale from 0 to 5 .
Beach holiday
2.5
Excursions
5
Bicycle
5
Sport
5
Lanzarote weather archive for March
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1 Mar
Partly cloudy
+22°
+18°
+16°
2 Mar
Partly cloudy
+21°
+15°
+16°
Mar 3
Partly cloudy
+22°
+17°
+16°
4 Mar
Partly cloudy
+20°
+16°
+16°
5 Mar
Partly cloudy
+20°
+17°
+16°
6 Mar
Partly cloudy
+22°
+17°
+16°
Mar 7
Partly cloudy
+20°
+14°
+16°
Mar 8
Partly cloudy
+21°
+16°
+16°
9 Mar
Partly cloudy
+22°
+16°
+16°
10 Mar
Partly cloudy
+20°
+16°
+16°
11 Mar
Partly cloudy
+20°
+12°
+16°
12 Mar
Partly cloudy
+23°
+16°
+16°
13 Mar
Partly cloudy
+23°
+15°
+16°
14 Mar
Partly cloudy
+17°
+12°
+16°
15 Mar
Partly cloudy
+20°
+13°
+15°
16 Mar
Partly cloudy
+20°
+16°
+15°
17 Mar
Partly cloudy
+20°
+17°
+15°
18 Mar
Partly cloudy
+22°
+17°
+16°
19 Mar
Partly cloudy
+23°
+16°
+16°
20 Mar
Partly cloudy
+21°
+17°
+16°
21 Mar
Partly cloudy
+22°
+14°
+16°
22 Mar
Partly cloudy
+22°
+15°
+16°
23 Mar
Partly cloudy
+20°
+15°
+15°
24 Mar
Partly cloudy
+21°
+15°
+15°
25 Mar
Partly cloudy
+20°
+16°
+15°
26 Mar
Partly cloudy
+20°
+13°
+15°
27 Mar
Partly cloudy
+21°
+18°
+16°
28 Mar
Partly cloudy
+21°
+17°
+16°
29 Mar
Partly cloudy
+22°
+17°
+16°
Mar 30
Partly cloudy
+22°
+17°
+16°
31 Mar
Partly cloudy
+23°
+16°
+16°
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Temperature
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afternoon
January
+17°C
+20°C
February
+16°C
+19°C
March
+16°C
+20°C
April
+18°C
+21°C
May
+19°C
+24°C
June
+20°C
+25°C
July
+22°C
+27°C
August
+23°C
+28°C
September
+23°C
+27°C
October
+22°C
+27°C
November
+20°C
+24°C
December
+19°C
+22°C
According to our observations, as well as reviews of tourists who visited Spain, we can say that the weather in Kemer in September is expected to be quite good. The average daily air temperature in March is 19.8 °C, while the temperature of the water in the sea will be 17.6 °C.
Weather in March
Daytime average temperature Nighttime average temperature
+19.8 °C +16.5 °C
Sea water temperature
+17.6 °C
Number of sunny days Length of daylight hours
14 days 12 hours 0 minutes
Rainy days Rainfall
0 days 9 mm
Average wind speed
27.2 m/s
Is it worth going to Lanzarote for a holiday in March?
Comfort
60. 1%
Taking into account all the available data on the weather in Lanzarote in March (air and water temperature, amount and intensity of rains, cloudiness, day length and wind strength), we calculated the level of comfort at this resort, which was 60.1 %. Please also note that the comfort level in April will be higher and will be 63.8 %
Comfort level by months
On the graph below you can see the comfort level calculated by us for each month in Lanzarote. The most comfortable months for a holiday in Lanzarote are September, October and August. Months with the minimum level of comfort are March, January and February.
Monthly comparison of weather in Lanzarote
Select the month you are interested in from the list below if you want to receive detailed information about the weather in Lanzarote at other times.
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
Air temperature in Lanzarote in March
March is one of the coldest months in Lanzarote. During the daytime air temperature in March ranges from 18.3°C to 20.8°C, at night from 15.8°C to 15.8°C respectively. The mean air temperature is 19.8 °C during the day, and 16.5 °C at night. The difference between daytime and nighttime air temperatures reaches an average of 3.3°C per month.
Water temperature in Lanzarote in March
In March, the water in Lanzarote is not very suitable for swimming. The water temperature in the sea does not fall below 17.4°C, while the maximum figure can reach 17.9°C. The average water temperature in March is 17.6 °C, which is 0.6°C lower than in February and 0.8°C lower than in April.
Rainy days and precipitation in March
On average, Lanzarote receives 9 mm of precipitation in March. This amount of precipitation is insignificant, and you will not notice rainy days. According to our observations and hysmeteo data, the probability of rainy weather is 1.1 %. In this case, most often it will be a light drizzle.
Sunny, cloudy and cloudy days
Lanzarote in March usually has about 14 sunny, 13 cloudy and 4 cloudy days. The day length (from dawn to dusk) is 12 hours and 0 minutes. The number of hours of sunshine when the sun’s rays reach the earth’s surface, taking into account the average cloud cover for the month, is 8 hours and 2 minutes per day.
Wind in Lanzarote in March
The graph below shows the probability of winds of different strengths during the month. The average wind speed in Lanzarote in March is 27.2 m/s.
Weather in March in other resorts in Spain
We bring to your attention a summary of the weather in other popular resorts in Spain in March. Select the resort you are interested in to get more detailed information.
Name
Day air temperature
Air temperature at night
Rainy days (rainfall)
Water temperature
Tenerife
16. 8°C
11.9°C
1 day (21 mm)
18.6°C
Barcelona
15.6°C
9.9°C
2 days (29 mm)
13.2°C
Mallorca
17.0°C
10.0°C
3 days (35 mm)
14.3°C
Malaga
19.5°C
10.0°C
1 day (15 mm)
14.8°C
Palma de Mallorca
17.4°C
9.4°C
3 days (31 mm)
14.4°C
Valencia
19.1°C
10.0°C
2 days (24 mm)
13.7°C
Costa Brava
15.8°C
9. 5°C
3 days (41 mm)
12.9°C
Salou
16.8°C
9.9°C
2 days (22 mm)
13.3°C
Alicante
18.6°C
10.7°C
1 day (21 mm)
14.4°C
Ibiza
16.7°C
13.3°C
2 days (23 mm)
14.4°C
Gran Canaria
21.6°C
17.0°C
0 days (4 mm)
18.2°C
Marbella
19.0°C
9.3°C
1 day (24 mm)
14.8°C
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Weather in Lanzarote for March 2023 ⋆ Weather forecast for Lanzarote for the month of March ⇒ Spain
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Weather in Lanzarote in March 2020 – water and air temperature
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Is it possible to swim in March
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Prices for holidays in March
Average daily air temperature
+17.5°C
Day air temperature
+19.7°C
Air temperature at night
+16. 9°C
Water temperature
+17.9°C
Rainfall
9 mm.
Number of rainy days
0 days
Relative humidity
18%
Sunrise time
07:05
sunset time
19:03
Daylength
11.6-12.4 hours
Number of sunny days
18
Wind speed 9. 7°C, at night +16.9°C. The highest temperature was observed
in March 2017 and
reached +28°C, the lowest
in March 2019 and
was +7°C.
How often does it rain
March, according to long-term observations in Lanzarote, passes without rain.
Wind
According to statistics, in March there is a strong wind – 6m/s. The strongest wind was recorded in March 2018 and its gusts reached 12.0 m/s, the most
weak in March 2019 and its gusts reached 2. 3 m/s.
Sunny, cloudy and overcast days
According to long-term statistics in Lanzarote this month, on average, 18 sunny, 10 cloudy
and 3 cloudy days, which is great for sightseeing and walking.
Length of day
The length of daylight hours in March is about 11.6-12.4 hours. Most
early sunrise in March starts at 06:46 – March 31, latest in
07:20 – March 1.
The earliest sunset occurs at 18:54 – March 1, the latest at
19:12 – 31 March.
Relative air humidity
Humidity in March is about 18%.
Water temperature in March in Lanzarote
Is it possible to swim? The average water temperature in March is usually
+17.9°C
it’s too cold for swimming. The maximum water temperature in March was recorded in 2018 and was 18.6°C,
the coldest in 2019 and amounted to 4.6°C.
Is the weather good for excursions
In March according to statistics and reviews
tourists in Lanzarote the climate is great for walks and excursions. The temperature stays around +16.9°C..+19.7°C.
We rated the opportunity for leisure on a scale from 1 (unsuitable) to 10 (excellent)
Spanish and Canarian expressions you must know before visiting Tenerife
Support for the Canarian culture and traditions has become a hallmark at Hotel Suite Villa María. It is a factor that is lived and breathed in every corner of our hotel, either through the architecture that is inspired in the towns of the archipelago, through the gastronomy or the personalized attention, something very much in line with the friendly character of the Canarian people.
The history of the Canary Islands is full of influences. The Atlantic feeling of Portugal, the music and iconography of Cuba and Venezuela, the heritage of British and European trade in the sixteenth century or the evolution of new expressions with the tourist boom of the islands are just a few examples that can help us to understand this relationship with the outside world.
The experience of travelling to any place is always more complete when one is concerned with knowing in depth the peculiarities and curiosities of the destination. Even though here in Tenerife we are able to understand each other perfectly well with all the visitors that we welcome, we are sure that the Spanish and Canarian expressions that we are about to tell you will be very interesting and, above all, very useful during your stay on the island.
Essentials when travelling in Spain
Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world, but it is also one of the most difficult to learn. It has a multitude of exceptions and interpretations, but you should not fail to give it a chance. Although we live in a globalized world, not everyone can speak English on the Islands -especially older people-, so you will need to remember a few words and expressions.
To say hello, there is nothing like the classic and universal Hola (hello). If you intend to advance to the next level, you can use Buenos días (good morning) in the morning, Buenas tardes (good afternoon) from 12:00 and Buenas noches (good evening) as soon as the sun sets.
Equally important as greeting is knowing how to interact. When you want to request something, don’t forget to use the expression Por favor (please), but if you want to express gratitude, a simple Gracias (thank you) is sufficient -of course, it’s better if it’s accompanied by a smile- ;)On the other hand, if it’s you wish to respond to a thank you, you can respond with a De nada or No hay de qué (you are welcome).
These are just a few basic terms and are very easy to use. Learning a new language is always an adventure and we can guarantee that Spanish can become really exciting.
The best known Canarian terms
Who hasn’t smiled when they hear a local Canarian refer to the bus as a guagua? Probably, this is one of the best known words in the Canarian lexicon and its origin is attributed to the relationship with Cuba. Its explanation is not entirely clear, although two versions stand out: one is the adaptation of the name of the company Wa & Wa Co. Inc. (Washington, Walton, and Company Incorporated), the first to export buses to the island; the other is the Spanish evolution of the English word wagon.
Another of the expressions that most attracts the attention of travellers is cotufas, although this has its own version in the province of Las Palmas, whose substitute would be roscas. This word, which is used to refer to the classic popcorn, is so common that it can be found directly in cinemas and shops. It comes directly to the Islands from Venezuela, although many also claim that it is an adaptation of the English expression corn to fry.
But without a doubt, if we have to refer to a Canarian word that makes us fall in love, gaveta wins the prize. It is nothing more than the term we use to refer to the drawers of the furniture and its origin, like that of many other words, is in the Portuguese language. It is one of our favorite words because of its sonority, although we must warn you that it is also a fairly common term in Latin American countries, such as Chile.
Our particular way of expressing feelings
Learning words from scratch is very difficult, especially if you are not Spanish-speaking, so we have preferred to mention some Canarian locutions easy to use and with which the natives will be able to understand you perfectly.
Expressing feelings is not easy, that’s why we like to use onomatopoeic words like ños or chos, which we usually use to reflect surprise. In this sense, it is not advisable to confuse them with fos, which is basically used to say that something we don’t like or disgusts us.
But if what you are looking for is to be an expert in Canarian lexicon, we recommend to write down three phrases with which you will not go unnoticed among the locals: se me fue el baifo (something like my Little goat run away), to clarify that you are absent-minded or have a mental lapse; tengo jilgorio, if you want to express that you want to eat; and, finally, ya el conejo me enriscó la perra (the rabbit threw my dog), a hunting term that is used when you learn a lesson after a conflict.
Many of these phrases or expressions may seem strange to you, but we invite you to use them during your stay in our hotel. Every day languages disappear all over the world and giving them the importance they deserve is a everyone’s job.
Moreover, if you are interested in the subject, we recommend two references for you to learn other terms and expressions: one is the website of the Academia Canaria de la Lengua (Canarian Laguage Academy), where you will find many documents of interest and will be able to consult the meaning of many words; and another is the book Expresiones Canarias (Canarian Expressions), by Juan José Doras Brito, which collects the main phrases and terms of the Islands, not without ignoring the humor that characterizes many of the stories behind them. We are sure you will love them!
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The Largest Of The Canary Islands – englishraven.com
Tenerife is the largest of the seven Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean, off the northwestern coast of Africa. It is also the most populous island of the seven Canary Islands. With an area of 2034.38 square kilometers, it is the largest island of Spain. Tenerife is home to the Teide National Park, the largest national park in Spain. The island is also home to Mount Teide, the highest mountain in Spain. The island’s capital is Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Tenerife is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world. The island’s climate is mild and sunny all year round, making it a popular winter getaway for Europeans. The island is also a popular stopover for cruise ships. The majority of the island’s residents are Spanish-speakers, but English is also widely spoken. Many of the island’s residents are bilingual, speaking both Spanish and English. English is spoken by the staff at most hotels and by the staff at many of the island’s tourist attractions.
On Tenerife, the Canary Islands, the Spanish language is slightly different to that of the mainland. It is widely accepted that English is the most widely spoken language in the world, and German speakers are well versed in it. The English-speaking population is 7%, while the Japanese-speaking population is 48%. There are 1% who speak French fluently. After Valencia, the English language is most commonly spoken in Andalusia on the coast of Almeria and Malaga. It is the official language in the Canary Islands, as it is in other parts of Spain. English is the second most widely spoken language in the world, and many people have a good understanding of it.
Tenerife is known as Canarian because of its Spanish dialect, which has slight differences from mainland Spanish.
Although some people in Lanzarote speak English and the majority of Western European languages, it is always a good idea to speak the language if you are visiting a country other than your home country.
The Canary Islands speak a wide variety of languages. In the Canary Islands, Spanish is the official language, as it is throughout Spain. Despite this, the majority of people in the world understand German, with English being the second most widely spoken language and many people also speaking German.
Is English Widely Spoken In Canary Islands?
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As with the rest of Spain, the official language of the Canary Islands is Spanish. Although many people in the majority of countries speak English as their second language, there are also many who understand German.
The Spanish language is the official language of the Canary Islands, as it is throughout the rest of Spain. Almost half of Canarians speak Spanish, but there is a stronger Caribbean accent or dialect among Canaryese. Tenerife has a diverse range of dialects distinct from mainland Spain, and Spanish is spoken here. Due to the Spanish language, the Canary Islands are located near Africa rather than Europe. It is the closest island to Africa in any shape or form; it is only a hundred kilometers away from Morocco’s coast. Here are some ways to learn about the various languages spoken on the Canary Islands.
How Much English Is Spoken In The Canary Islands?
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According to the EFEPI 2020 report, published yesterday, the Canary Islands rank 3rd lowest in Spain for Spaniards who speak English with a score of 513 points, which is 27 points lower than the Spanish average of 540), only 2nd to La Rioja and Extremadura in the ranking that
Spanish is the official language in the Canary Islands. There are many people who speak English as their second language and many who speak German as well. For the people of Tenerife, it is commonly referred to as Tinerfe*o/a, as well as chicharrero/, a colloquially used term. Tenerife’s language is Spanish, but there are slight differences between it and Madrid. The currency of the Canary Islands is the euro (1 EUR). Major credit cards are accepted in the majority of restaurants and shops. The average restaurant price in the Canary Islands is 40% lower than that of Los Angeles.
The Canary Islands are home to 75% of the Canary Islands’ inhabitants, 22% of the North African residents, and 3% of the Sub-Saharan residents. If you are under the age of 16, your parents must accompany you to a licensed wine or beer establishment. Possession of less than a gram of marijuana is illegal in Canaries, which have strict drug laws.
Is English Widely Spoken In Spain?
According to a recent poll, English is the most commonly spoken second language in Spain, with 27.5% of respondents saying they speak it, followed by French (9%), German (1.7%), and Portuguese (1.1%).
A quarter of Spaniards can communicate in some way with English, making it a very rare language in Spain. Only around 60% of Spaniards can read, write, and speak English correctly. The level of English competency varies by region in Spain, but it is more common in major tourist cities. Despite the fact that Spanish government spending on English education is enormous, little is known about the extent of the country’s use of English. Despite spending small sums of money on learning languages (most commonly English), most Spanish people are reluctant to use it to harm themselves. When visiting Sevilla, Valencia, or Malaga, keep a set of basic Spanish phrases on hand. As schools have begun to teach English fluency, the number of students who fluently speak English has skyrocketed.
Longer-term residence should be considered in Spain (expats, work, students, etc.). The majority of Spaniards do not speak English as a second language. The number is surprising given that English is now a required language in schools. In Spain, the most common second language is French, with 48% of those who speak it also speaking it. When traveling further from the main tourist areas, as well as those older than you, the less likely you are to encounter people who do not speak English. If you can learn English and gesture/pointing the right way, you should be able to learn some basic Spanish.
Spain has a relatively low GDP as one of the largest countries on the planet. Furthermore, there are a large number of Spanish speakers all over the world, making it difficult to find someone to speak English to. Furthermore, Spain’s education system is not as good as it could be, with many students not receiving the necessary training in English language skills. Spanish speakers, on the other hand, have some cultural quirks that make it difficult for English speakers to gain a competitive advantage when conversing. Nonetheless, you can overcome these difficulties by putting in the time and effort. Cyprus could be the ideal country for you if you want a country that’s both beautiful and simple to learn English in.
Do They Speak English In The Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are an archipelago off the coast of Africa, belonging to Spain. All of the islands have Spanish as their official language, but on some of the islands, such as Tenerife and Gran Canaria, you will also find people who speak English. So, if you are planning to visit the Canary Islands, you will be able to get by with English in some places, but it is always useful to learn at least some basic Spanish before you go.
Phoenicians sailed west from the Mediterranean around 1000 BC to settle on the islands. In the pantheon of their gods, these islands were named after the major gods of the time, such as El Noroeste (Canary Islands), Baal (Tenerife), Adonis (Gran Canaria), and Aphrodite (La Palma). Around 2000 BC, the Berbers were the first settlers to arrive on the Canaries. They were nomadic for a long time, and they gradually became integrated with the Phoenicians and other settlers. The Phoenicians and their descendants, known as the Romans, were the first Europeans to visit the Canaries. In 218 BC, the Romans established their first permanent settlement on Lanzarote, followed by a second one on Fuerteventura. The Moors, an Islamic people from North Africa who conquered much of Europe during the eighth century, were the first to invade and rule the Iberian Peninsula. The archipelago was conquered by 711 AD, and by 714 AD, the Canaries were in ruins. After the Christians invaded the Canaries in 1492 and expelled the Moors from the islands, the Moors ruled them for nearly 500 years. The Christian conquerors established a number of Canaries towns and villages, including Santa Cruz de Tenerife, La Coru*a, and Palma de Mallorca. In the early 17th century, the Spanish arrived on the Canaries and began colonizing the islands. The Spanish crown established a number of administrative centers throughout the Canaries, including the islands of Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, and Santa Cruz de Tenerife, as early as the 17th century. Today, there are nearly 1.5 million people living in the Canaries of Spain, which are an autonomous community. The Canaries are well-known as a tourist destination and a center of agricultural production. Berbers, a people who first extended into North Africa more than 3,000 years ago, occupied what is now Libya to the Sahara from the earliest habitations of the Canary Islands. Ph was the first to settle the islands.
Do They Speak Spanish In Lanzarote
Yes, they speak Spanish in Lanzarote. The official language of the island is Spanish, and the vast majority of the population is fluent in the language. However, there are also a significant number of residents who speak English, as well as a smattering of other languages. So, while Spanish is the primary language spoken on the island, you’ll likely encounter people speaking a variety of languages during your stay.
Aside from Spanish as the official language, English and possibly German are also used as tourist resort languages in Lanzarote. In Spanish on the island, it is known as Castellano, and on the mainland it is known as Castellano. In many parts of the country, there is an identical dialect of South American Spanish. The Canary Islands are a group of 67 islands in the Atlantic Ocean northwest of the African mainland of France, known as the Canary Islands, in comunidad autacional altitute (a semi-autonomous group of Spain). The Canary Islands are strategically aligned with continental Europe rather than the European Union because they are in line with continental Europe rather than the European Union.
Is Spanish Spoken In Lanzarote?
Lanzarote is a popular tourist destination, but you may also hear some English and a little German in the resort.
How Do You Say Hello In Lanzarote?
Even if they are unaware of you, everyone else in the bank or shop says “Buenos dias” to you.
Tenerife A Spanish Speaking Country
Tenerife is one of the Canary Islands, an autonomous community of Spain located off the northwestern coast of Africa. With an area of 2,034.38 square kilometers, it is the largest island of the seven Canary Islands. Tenerife is also the most populated island of the Canary Islands, with a population of 908,703 (2018), 45% of the total population of the Canary Islands.
It is also known as Santa Cruz de Tenerife and is located on the island of Tenerife. It is a Spanish territory located in the Canary Islands. The island of Macaronesia has 2,034.38 square kilometers of land area and is the largest and most populous in its region. Tenerife and the Canary Islands are the largest islands in the chain. The island of Tenerife has a road perimeter of 358 kilometers and a land area of 2.034 km2. It is the largest of the Balearic Islands and has a triangular shape. The distance between London and the capital city on the island is approximately 2,897 kilometers.
The Most Popular Island In The Canary Islands: Tenerife
Tenerife became a Spanish territory in 1833. Every year, five million tourists come to the island, making it the most popular tourist destination in the Canary Islands. This country, like many others, is part of the Spanish territory and governed by a tiered government system.
Why study Spanish in Tenerife?
The answer is very easy:
Because it is the perfect destination for your language course. It is that simple.
However just in case, you would like to have a more detailed explanation, we prepared something for you.
Tenerife is an exotic island, where sunny days are normal
Tenerife forms a part of the Canary Islands, an archipelago situated 100 km west of the African continent in the Atlantic Ocean. It is the biggest of the 7 main islands with a surface of 2034,38 km². Thanks to the diverse geographical and meteorological conditions, the island provides a mild and warm climate with lots of sunshine throughout the whole year. No wonder, that people like to call Tenerife “ the Island of eternal spring”.
You can study at the beach after classes
The great weather brings us to the next point. How does it sound to you, to do a language course with a picturesque backdrop of majestic mountain tops and where you can complete your homework at the beach afterwards? Here it is possible! Tenerife offers fascinating and amazingly beautiful landscapes. From the extinct volcano Mt. Teide in the center of the island, up to green pine and laurel forests as well as black and white beaches. It is impossible to get bored in Tenerife, as there is so much natural beauty to discover and enjoy.
Tenerife, a wonderful place to learn Spanish
Canarian Spanish is a variant of standard Spanish spoken in the Canary Islands and really similar to Western Andalusian and to Caribbean Spanish and other Hispanic American Spanish. Canarian Spanish is the only Spanish dialect in Spain to be called usually español, instead of castellano. Canarian Spanish heavily influenced the development of Caribbean Spanish and other Latin American Spanish variants because Hispanic America and the Spanish-speaking Caribbean islands were originally largely settled by colonists from the Canary Islands and Andalusia.
The Spanish spoken in the Canary islands is very close to the one spoken in peninsular Spain, but the accent is very much the same as in South American countries, that means you can learn the most common variant among Spanish speakers.
Fly like an eagle and swim like a dolphin
As we are talking about discovering Tenerife – Did you know, that the underwater landscape with its superb spots for divers is unique in the world? Have you heard, that paragliders love the island for the thermal winds and spectacular views? Did you know that surfers celebrate the Atlantic Waves in Tenerife, that lead to many international contests being held every year? And there is yet so much more you can do: there are several golf courses, you can go rock climbing, hiking or play tennis in the sun. You can watch whales and dolphins in their natural habitat or you can visit Europe’s best zoo, Loro Park or the world’s best water park, Siam Park. The possibilities to spend a great time in this island are endless.
Living in Tenerife means meeting happy people and learn about their culture
Tenerife has a long and rich history. Even today people cherish the legacy of the Guanches who were the aboriginal people. The influences of Spanish colonialism are visible in many of the buildings. There are also many new, modern and international aspects, that have blended with the traditional past. In tenerife many people from very different countries have lived together and continue to do so today in a safe and harmonious society.
So, the result is an island with a special identity. Here you can not only learn Spanish. In Tenerife you can learn a complete new way of life whilst being surrounded by open-minded, friendly, international people, who are happy to live here and who would like to share this feeling with you.
Travelling was never so easy and safe
Tenerife provides two airports, one in the south for the majority of all touristic flights and another airport in the north, mainly handling flights to the Spanish Peninsula and the other Canary Islands. There are hundreds of flight possibilities to Tenerife of every price range, provided by several airline companies. Additionally, there are two harbours offering sea transfer to the Spanish Peninsula and the other islands.
Once you have arrived you will find a public bus system, relatively cheap taxis and rental cars that will help you to move around. There are plenty of accommodation possibilities for every budget and prices for food are very economic in comparison to other touristic destinations. As Tenerife belongs politically to Spain, it is part of the European Union with its high legal standards and with the Euro as currency.
As for security, Spain is one of the safest destinations in Europe, and Tenerife as an island anyway. The likelihood of a terrorist attack is very low compared to other European countries and the crime rate in Tenerife is even lower than the Spanish average.
We could keep on with this list, but in our opinion this is not relevant. Because the best way to find out, why Tenerife is perfect to study Spanish, is tocome here and experience it yourself!
37 Key Words If You Want To Speak To People From The Canary Islands
by Elena Llorca from Spain2Speak
If you have visited the Canary Islands, you will have checked that it is the Spanish region which looks the most like South America –especially like the Caribbean, for its climate and its accent. In fact, the Canary Islands dialect corresponds to the “Atlantic variety,” linked to Spanish-speaking America and much more to Cuba, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, as well as to some areas of Venezuela, Colombia and Panama.
For example, the Canary Islands speech has as some of its most outstanding characteristics the “seseo” [pronunciation of the Spanish sound /θ/ as /s/] –the same as in South America and the Spanish region of Andalusia– or the aspiration of initial “h,” the softness when pronouncing the letter “j” or the plural with “ustedes” –and not with “vosotros” as in the rest of Spain. The truth is that the Canary Islands “deje” or accent is the one that the other Spaniards prefer for its sensuality and its rhythm –as opposed to other accents, like the ones typical of Madrid or the Basque Country, which often seem excessively brusque.
The “canarismos” or dialectal expressions from the Canaries mainly show influences from Andalusian Spanish, from Portuguese and from South American Spanish. I was lucky to live in Santa Cruz de Tenerife –the most populated city in the archipelago– for a few years as a little girl and, therefore, among all the possible words and expressions (there are thousands of them!), I have made a selection of those which bring me more memories from my childhood.
Let’s do it in alphabetical order!
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Canarian Spanish Words: Full Text
1. A pela: carrying someone “a pela” is to carry them on our back. When we were very small, our parents carried us in their arms. When we grew bigger and they could not carry us any more, we asked them: “¡Pues llévame a pela, por favor, que estoy cansado! [Then, carry me piggyback, please, I am tired!]”. Needless to say, we were not successful 😀
2. Afilador: a little instrument used for sharpening pencils that we all used to put into our pencil case. Elsewhere in Spain, it is called “sacapuntas” [pencil sharpener].”
3. Aguavivas: sea jellyfish; those which sting, making your flesh red and swollen at the end of summer…
4. Alcancía: one of the words which comes from the Arabic language “alkanzíyya.” It refers to a moneybox, whether it is in the shape of a little pig (“piggybank”) or not.
5. Arrojar: to vomit. In excursions with children, you must be careful to prevent them from getting sick, or they can end up arrojándose [vomiting themselves] completely!
6. Arrullar: to rock. The wind rocks leaves; mothers rock babies to sleep. The word “arrullar” also exists in Spanish with a different –though closely related– meaning: it refers to a “lull” as a soft, sweeping voice that makes you sleepy, like that of a mother who rocks her baby, or the sea murmur. But the use of “arrullar” as “mecer [to rock]” is typical of the Canary Islands.
7. Baifo: it is a type of goat and the Canary Islands phrase is “se te fue el baifo,” which means “you lost your mind,” “you got muddled,”…
8. Boliches: Marbles, small glass balls that children play with.
9. Chachi: that is good or has good quality (even human). “¡Qué chachi que vinieron! [It is so good that you came!]” or “¡Qué chachi es tu madre! [Your mother is so nice!]”
10. ¡Chacho!: a shortened form of “¡Muchacho!” used to express surprise. “¡Yayo!” could also be heard, since people from the Canaries pronounce “ch” very softly: “¡Yayo! ¡Yo no sabía que te habías comprado esta casa tan grande! [Yayo! I didn’t know you had bought such a big house!]”
11. Chicharreros & Canariones: natives of Tenerife and Gran Canaria, the two largest islands in the archipelago, respectively. Curiously enough, whereas those born in Tenerife proudly call themselves Chicharreros, the inhabitants of Gran Canaria do not recognise themselves as Canariones, this being a term that others use to designate them –but which is not used by people born in Gran Canaria.
12. Chola: beach sandal, the typical flip-flop. When we went to the beach, we took our swimsuit or swimming trunks, our towel and… we couldn’t possibly forget our “cholas”!
13. Cotufas: popcorn. On Sundays, well-dressed and combed with eau de cologne, we went to the cinema and, of course, we bought ourselves some cotufas and a soft drink.
14. Durazno: The same as in other Latin American regions, “durazno” is the name given to a peach. [NOTE FROM JARED: melocotón is another common Latin American word for peach.]
15. Engurruñar: It means “to wrinkle,” whether it is a piece of clothing or our brow when we are sad or in low spirits.
16. Escachar: to squash, as in the sentence “cruzaron las vacas corriendo por el huerto y dejaron todas las verduras escachadas… [the cows ran across the garden and left all the vegetables escachadas (squashed)…].”
17. Fisco, fisquito: a small piece, a little bit. “¡Dame un fisquito de tu chocolatina, que la mía se acabó! [Give me a fisquito of your chocolate bar, mine is finished].”
18. ¡Fos!: when a bad smell is suddenly detected, a person from the Canary Island says Fos! or also Foo!, which is equivalent to “¡qué peste! [what a stink!]”
19. Frangollo: typical Canary Islands dessert similar to crème caramel or pudding which is served cold with honey or liquid caramel.
20. Godo: this is how people from the Canary Islands derogatorily refer to the inhabitants of the Iberian Peninsula. We cannot forget that Spain is formed by the peninsular territory, which is the largest part of the country, a small territory in North Africa (Ceuta and Melilla) and two archipelagos: The Canaries and the Balearic Islands. Well, “Godos” [literally, Goths] is what people from the Canaries call those born in the Peninsula.
21. Guagua: the same as in Puerto Rico, Cuba, the Dominican Republic and other territories in the Antilles, “guagua” means “bus.”
22. Guanche: Indians, ancient settlers of Tenerife. Aborigines from the Canaries.
23. Jalar: to pull, attract to oneself.
24. Machango, machanguito: dummy, young child. Doing “machangadas” means doing “childish things.”
25. Mago: a word with which people from the Canaries refer to peasants, and not always kindly.
26. Majado: very finely chopped, mashed for cooking.
27. Majorero: native of Fuerteventura.
28. Manejar: The same as in most of Latin America, “manejar” means driving a car.
29. Mi niño, mi niña: a very common affectionate expression, among adults too. “¡Venga, mi niña, vístete que te llevo a cenar fuera! [Come on, mi niña (my little girl), get dressed because I’m taking you out for dinner]!”
30. Millo: this is how they refer to corn, whether it is raw, boiled or toasted. The latter is known as “kikos” elsewhere in Spain, and they are eaten alone or mixed with toasted sunflower seeds. It is quite typical to eat seeds and millo while people chat in a relaxed fashion at village squares.
31. Mojo: Typical Canary Islands sauce which is eaten with roasted potatoes. There are two types: “mojo verde” (green) and “mojo picón” (red).
32. ¡Ño! or ¡Ñú!: an exclamation of fright or surprise, as when you hit yourself and say “¡Ño! ¡me destrocé la pierna! [Ño! I smashed my leg!]”
33. Piche: pitch / tar, like the one which sometimes appears on beaches when waste is dumped at sea. As children, when we came back after a day on the beach, we had to rub our feet with oil to remove the remains of piche more than once.
34. Piña: corn cob. How did we distinguish it from the “piña” = fruit (pineapple)? I guess by the context, because they are both called the same…
35. Sancocho: a stew typical of the Canaries with dry fish, potato, sweet potato, toasted cornmeal and sometimes banana.
36. Tenis: trainers (sports shoes).
37. Trabas: hairpins, the ones which they made you wear to prevent your hair from being constantly all over your face and also for ponytails to be retained a bit better.
And finally, some of those words that we used to say in a low voice while we killed ourselves laughing: the pinga, the cuca or the picha to call the penis, and the chocha or the pepe for the female organ :-D.
Check out these other Spain Spanish Slang Word articles.
▷ Canarian words, learn here the most used on the Islands
In the Canary Islands there is no official language, we speak Spanish. However, we do have Canarian words of daily use. It is probable that you have already heard some of them, others we are sure that if you are not from the Islands it will be the first time that you read them. As in each region, in the Canary Islands we also have Canarian expressions. But in this post we are going to focus only on words. What do you think about learning some words before your trip?
Guagua is a Canarian word that means bus
Canarian words, the most used ones
Next, we are going to review a selection of 21 Canarian words, explaining their meaning. We have chosen the most everyday ones, although you will see that we also include some rarer ones. Keep in mind that in the Canary Islands we also have different words to refer to the same thing between islands. We will tell you about it in the next few lines.
1. Guagua
A guagua is a bus in the Canary Islands. Perhaps it is one of the best known words in the Canary Islands. Here we say “I’m going to take the guagua“.
2. Cholas
The cholas are flip flops. This Canary word is used in all the Canary Islands. There is no other term in our vocabulary to refer to this article. Put on the cholas we are going to the beach!
Cholas, canarian word
3.
Buche
A buche is a shot or sip in Spanish. Can you give me a sip of water? I am very thirsty!
4. Roscas or cotufas
The roscas in Gran Canaria are popcorn. Here if distinction is made between islands or provinces, since in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, they are cotufas.
5. Playeras or tenis, different Canarian word between islands
In this Canarian word we also make a distinction by island. These are sports shoes, which in Gran Canaria we call playeras and in Tenerife tenis.
Playeras or tenis, Canarian words
6. Cambado
When something is cambado it means it is crooked. That palm is a little crooked!
7. Enralarse
This Canarian word is also very common. Being enralado means something like being euphoric, highly motivated and fun. Actually there is no equivalent word in Spanish.
8. Embostarse and jartarse
Embostarse and jartarse mean the same thing. It means eating until you can no longer, until you are full and fed up.
9. Calufa
Calufa means hot. For example in Canarian “¡Qué calufa!” mean “How hot!”
10. Jaya or jilorio
I have jaya or what a jilorio means among the canaries, I am hungry! and how hungry!
11. Millo
In the Canary Islands we say millo to the corn, instead of maíz.
12. Bosta
Bosta is someone who is very fat. For example, what a bosta guy! We also refer to a very large poop with the word bosta.
13. Ñoños
The ñoños are the toes in the Canary Islands. The pain in my ñoños is because of my new shoes.
Dedos o ñoños
14. Fos
If you hear someone saying fos, he is very Canarian. This word is used by canaries when something smells bad. We say “fos, how bad it smells”. Or just fos means stinks.
15. Ños or chos
Ños or chos, is a Canarian expression used for many uses, it can be a synonym for Phew! or even Wow! For example, “Ños! How hot it is!” or “Ños, what a car! And the same with chos, “chos, how fast you came! “
16. Machango
The word machango is often used to derogatory call a person who does or says nonsense. It can also be a doll.
17. Maúro or mago, different word between islands
A maga (Tenerife) or maúra (Gran Canaria) person is a countryside person. Do not be mago and speak well!
18. Arretranco
An arretranco is a junk, usually old. You have the house full of arretrancos!
19. Zarcillos
The zarcillos are the earrings. Yes, that jewel that we put on our ears are zarcillos, pendientes in Spanish.
20. Guachinche or bochinche
A guachinche or bochinche (more common in Gran Canaria) it is an establishment where you will be able to eat homemade Canarian food. It is usually a family business in garages or very large places where the food is homemade, the wine is self-produced, the tablecloths are made of paper, the price is cheap and the bustle is very common. We invite you to discover the places that are most similar to bochinches or guachinches in Gran Canaria.
Guachinche Viña Cantera, Valsequillo
21. Chacho or chacha, the best Canarian word
We can say this word 10 times a day easily. It is the equivalent of “dude” or even the word “damm” in very informal language and to demand attention. For example, “chacho, send me the photo now.” Or, for example, “chacha, I’m waiting for you, where are you?”.
Podcast about Canarian words in Spanish
If you are learning Spanish in the Canary Islands below you can hear us explaining this Canarian words in our Podcast about Gran Canaria. It is everything in Spanish, we hope you understand our explanations! Enjoy!
Learn more Canarian words in Gran Canaria
What about discovering any Canary Island? In our local guides of Gran Canaria you have everything you need to get to know this island on your own.
9 Typical Expressions to speak like the locals
We went to Tenerife in September 2021 for our friend’s wedding and we completely fell in love with the island! Tenerife is an island that is almost three hours away by plane from the Spanish mainland. It is famous for its black sand beaches, the year-round warm temperatures. But, here comes the surprise. Did you know that the Canarian islands have their own dialect? And that some expressions are only used on the Canary Islands and nowhere else? I am really interested in learning about local dialects and Spanish slang so I researched typical expressions used on the Canary Islands. Do you want to learn Canarian Spanish as well? Here, I will explain the typical words that “Canarios” use!
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What to do in one week in Tenerife
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The most beautiful beaches in Tenerife
Tenerife Bucket List: 14 Things you MUST do during your stay
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Learn Canarian Spanish with these typical expressions:
1.
La Guagua
There is no way you can stay in the Canary Islands without hearing this common Canarian expression at least once: La Guagua. And do you know what it is? Guagua means “bus” in the Canary Islands and is widely used. Definitely the most important expression on the Canary Islands. It emerged thanks to Canarians bringing this expression back from Cuba. What initially was “wagon”, turned into “Guagua“.
By the way, the public transport in Tenerife is fantastic and very affordable. Do not be scared to get on the guaguas and explore the island! It is so worth it. Timetables and further information about public transport on Tenerife can be found on this website.
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Learn Canarian Spanish before visiting the Canary Islands!
2. CholasAdvertisements
If you do not know what “cholas” are maybe you have heard the equivalent word “chanclas” used on the Spanish mainland. “Cholas” is the Canarian expression for flip-flops which are essential on the Canary Islands! The Canary Islands are very humid and warm the whole year round so light footwear is very important.
I am not quite sure where this expression comes from. But the Canary Islands have a big influence from South America. And there are some regions there, that also use the word “cholas” for flip-flops. And the Canarian slang is known for using some words typical in South America.
3. Garimba
It is so funny to me how different Carian slang to the Spanish mainland is. They really use completely different words than on the Spanish mainland, and “garimba” is one of those. A “garimba” is Carian slang for a small beer, which on the Spanish mainland would be a “caña”.
There is nothing better than ending a hot day with a “garimba“. If you do not like beer, maybe the next Canarian expression I talk about will be a good choice for you!
Barraquito is a local coffee variation you MUST try!
4.
Barraquito
If you love coffee and have a sweet tooth (like me!) you will be very excited about a Barraquito! A Barraquito is a local Canarian coffee variation with condensed milk, liquor 43, cinnamon, and a touch of lemon. It sounds very sweet and it is.
There are many different coffee variations here on the islands, but this is the most common one. What surprised me was how affordable it is. I stayed in Tenerife for two weeks and I have never paid more than 1,80 Euros for a good barraquito. Try and decide for yourself if you like it!
5. Papas Arrugadas with Mojo
So this is one of the dishes I am very excited about. So excited, that I had in every day for a whole week. But it’s so good!
“Papas” are potatoes, which are the main ingredient of Canarian cuisine. On the Spanish mainland, they are called “Patatas”. Papas Arrugadas are cooked potatoes with a salty crust. They are served with mojo, which is a sauce made out of garlic, parsley and cilantro. Highly addictive and so tasty! You really cannot leave the Canarian islands without trying Papas Arrugadas first.
6. Guachinche
Did you ever wonder where you could order “Papas Arrugadas con Mojo”? Typically, in a “guachinche“. A “guachinche” is a restaurant that offers homemade Canarian food. Those are not fancy places with expensive furniture and an expensive atmosphere. Quite the opposite. A “guachinche” is an affordable restaurant, that usually is family-owned and serves quality food. Do not forget to try local restaurants during your trip!
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“Panza de Burro” means “The donkey’s belly” in Spanish. No, it is not used for when you ate too much! “Panza de burro” refers to foggy weather and low-hanging clouds on the islands. Sometimes they are so low that you cannot even see the tip of the mountains on the islands. But beware, it does not mean that it will be a cold day! It is still very warm, even though you see “Panza de burro” in the mountains. This phenomenon is very common in the north part of Tenerife.
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8. Chacho!
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“Chacho” is the short form of “Muchacho” and Canarios use this expression at least 20 times a day. It could be the equivalent of “dude” or “wow”. Don’t forget that you use “Chacho” for boys and “Chacha” for girls. It could be used like “Chacho, can you pass me my jacket?”.
9. Mi niño / Mi niña
“Mi niño” (for men) and “mi niña” (for women) are expressions to show affection for someone. And they are even used for people you don’t even know personally. So if you are in the market and someone calls you mi niña, you just have to know that they are trying to be polite to you. And don’t think it is just used for young people or children. This expression is used for people of all ages!
So, were you able to improve your Canarian Spanish? I am sure there were some expressions you did not know about. Let me know in the comments if you can think of any more!
The whistle language is experiencing a resurgence in the Canary Islands
January 11, 2013
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Whistle lessons are compulsory for everyone at a school on La Gomera
One of the world’s most unusual languages is experiencing a revival in the Canary Islands.
This is the whistling language of Silbo Homero, named after the island of Gomera, which belongs to the archipelago of the Canary Islands.
I am standing on top of a hill overlooking the old peasant houses. To my right is a view of a forest burned last year when this Spanish island, off the coast of Morocco, was engulfed in forest fires.
I listen, trying to make out the sounds of the whistle, which the old-timers assure me are still used by the locals.
This ancient language, in which words in Spanish are replaced by four consonants and two vowels, is perfectly suited for communication between shepherds grazing sheep in rugged ravines. They say that it can be heard for more than three kilometers.
In a moment of danger
Nothing is known about its origin. The first European settlers who arrived on the island in the 15th century found the Guanches there, who already used the whistle to communicate over long distances.
Gradually, the locals switched to Spanish when whistling, although it is known that in North Africa, where the Guanches came from, whistling languages were common among many nationalities.
The whistling language was especially widely used in the 40s and 50s of the last century.
“In the old days, when fires started in the mountains, which often happens on the island, we were all evacuated by the police,” says Lion Rodriguez, an old man with a hoarse voice of a smoker.
According to him, no one asked people, but they were simply put on trucks and taken to the city while the fire was being put out.
And the shepherds whistled among themselves, warning about the danger – they say, the police left, we must hide. No one, except for the shepherds and some local residents, understood this language. The news of the danger spread throughout the island very quickly.
The whistling language began to decline in the late 1950s, when, due to the economic crisis, many speakers – or silbadors, as they were called in Spanish – emigrated to Venezuela and nearby Tenerife.
But the rapid development, first of the road network, and then of mobile networks, led to the fact that the Silbo Homero language lost its practical value.
By the end of the 1990s, interest in this language began to revive, although many islanders treated it with disdain, considering it the language of poor peasants.
Second wind
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The island is slowly emptying as residents move to Tenerife in search of work
However, it was then that the decision was made to introduce the whistling language into the curriculum of the local primary schools.
I must say that I did not manage to hear a whistle during many hours of travel on this volcanic island with its very diverse topography. It has become a tourist attraction and can only be heard in schools and during performances in hotels and restaurants.
Archaeologist Fernandez Marrero fears that the whistling language may become an exotic curiosity, like the flower necklaces worn around the necks of tourists in the Hawaiian Islands.
Examples of other languages of this type are known – for example, on the Greek island of Evia, in the city of Cuzkoy in Turkey, and also in the French Pyrenees.
But Silbo Gomero is the only language that is well studied and taught in schools, and therefore used by hundreds of people. For some inhabitants of the island of Homer, language has become a source of income, others consider it an important element of national identity, but for the linguist Martial Morer, it is interesting in itself.
“Silbo is interesting from a linguistic point of view, because he is a very simple system and you can use his example to understand how other languages were formed,” he says.
Many silbadores who make money from tourists do not talk to each other and are suspicious of competitors. But there are those among them who are ready to share stories related to the whistling language.
I met one of these silbadores in the town of Chipude, high in the mountains. 39-year-old Isidoro did not learn this language at school, but inherited it from his father. He herds goats in the local mountains and summons them with his whistle. According to him, goats respond only to his voice.
Shiro, as his friends call him, lives alone. All his relatives left for Tenerife, because there was no work for them on their native island.
“I myself lived there for eight years, but decided to return. I never got used to city life – I love nature, I love animals and I love to whistle. I will stay here because the island needs me,” says the shepherd.
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In this article we will tell you how to say hello in Spanish, how to spell this word, and also consider many other forms of greeting in Spanish. Forward!
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Hello in Spanish
In Russian, there are two ways to say hello to a person, formal (hello) and informal (hello). In Spanish, there is a form of greeting that Spaniards always use, in all situations, this word is “HOLA”
This word is used for any occasion, from official and serious business meetings to a party with friends. If Spaniards want to say hello more formally to strangers, for example, we can say buenos días (good afternoon), buenas tardes (good evening), o buenas noches (good night).
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Hello in Spanish in Russian letters
The transcription of this word into Russian will look like this: /ola/ . In Spanish, the letter H is not pronounced, although it is written.
How do you say hello in Spanish? 3 letters?
Writing “Ola” without the letter H is a fairly common mistake. But it must be remembered that Ola in Spanish means “wave”. Although the two words are pronounced the same, their meaning is of course different and can only be grasped in context or in writing.
How to greet or say hello in Spanish
In addition to “Hola”, there are many expressions for greeting in Spanish.
Frequently asked questions about greetings in Spanish
Here we will answer the most frequently asked questions that users search on Google y Yandex on the topic “greeting in Spanish”
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Hi in Mexican is the same, what about in spanish?
In Mexican Spanish, also called Hola when meeting, this is the Spanish form of greeting used by all Spanish-speaking countries, including Mexico. (Remember: Hello in Spanish is Hola everywhere)
2. How do you say “hello, how are you” in Spanish?
In Spanish “hello how are you” would be: – Hola, ¿cómo estas? (formal) – Hola, ¿qué tal? (not formal)
3. How would you say “hello friends” in Spanish?
¡Hola amigos!
4. How do you say “hello beautiful” in Spanish?
This phrase can be said in Spanish in several ways, the phrases below are all synonymous and may or may not be used depending on the Spanish speaking country.
Hola Guapa (Popular Phrase in Spain)
Hola Hermosa
Hola Predciosa
Hola BELLEZA
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The origin of the word Hola
And a little about the history of the word Hola: the first mention of this word dates back to 1552. In fact, the origin of the word Hola is still unknown, and many scientists are struggling with this riddle. There is a version that the word could come from old French or come from the Latin ILLAC (which means “there”), where the English Hello and German Hallo may have taken their roots. It is also said that Hola could be of Greek origin, or according to the least popular theory, the word Hola could come from the Arabic Wallah (For God)
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Blondes with a hazy past. Ten Secrets of the Ancient Guanches | Publications
…We saw him only twice – a gray-haired giant who suddenly grew out of nothing a hundred kilometers from us. Appeared and dissolved in the ocean haze… At first we thought that it was just a bizarre cloud like a mountain. But the cloud did not move, and a white, sparkling cap became more and more clearly visible on its top. Snow! Yes, this is the Teide peak, the highest point of the Canary archipelago, the lighthouse of ancient sailors. From here, from the island of Gran Canaria, we saw a volcano located on neighboring Tenerife!
Yes, you can see it even from the Moroccan coast, if you are lucky with the weather, I was told at the reception of the Balito Beach Hotel, which has become our home for the next two weeks. From the wide loggias of our apartments, we saw the Teide peak, having risen a little light to catch a convenient express train to Las Palmas. We were waiting for the famous Museo Canario, the Canarian Museum, and ten secrets of the Guanches, which have occupied me for a decade and a half.
Over the past three or four years, so much has been written about the Canaries in our newspapers that it is impossible to add a word to the admiring lines dedicated to this tourist paradise in the Atlantic. Guests from Europe inhabited two of the seven major islands Gran Canaria and Tenerife. There are more and more Russians here. True, many of them, probably due to the fact that they get here straight on a charter flight from Moscow and do not receive any marks in their passports, they have no idea where they are purely geographically.
Here, one might say, no one really knows anything about the Guanches. The book about the history of the Canary Islands, written by me five years ago, was printed out by local travel agencies on a photocopier and began to be read during excursions around the islands. They say that the history of the Canaries is of great interest. Therefore, we will begin our story with her.
The story could begin like this: On a clear July morning in 1341, a strong Atlantic surf carried the remains of two Genoese sailing ships onto the shore of a large island. Several members of the team struggled out onto the rocky cliffs. Here they were picked up by tall fair-skinned shepherds and taken to the interior of the island. The wrecked Europeans became the first witnesses of the life of the Guanches mysterious tribes that inhabited the Canary Islands from time immemorial…
But we will start our story differently. The whole world knows that in 1492 the Genoese navigator Cristobal Colon crossed the Atlantic and set foot on the land of the New World. Everyone knows what followed. However, not everyone knows that the American Indians were not the first victims of European colonization. A hundred years before Columbus, the conquerors from Castile and Normandy (the sonorous name “conquistador”, for unknown reasons, does not apply to them, it will appear later, during the first post-Columbian voyages to America) rehearsed the coming conquest of the New World. The methods and means of this “small colonization” would do credit to the future Cortes and Pizarros. Only the territory for the captures here, in the Canaries, was more suitable, and it was not necessary to cross the dangerous Atlantic Ocean. Here they are these islands, very close, off the northwestern coast of Africa!
The Canary Islands, lying at the crossroads of the sea routes of three continents, in the 15th century became the scene of the most brutal war of extermination, fatal for the Guanches, the indigenous population of these fragments of land in the Atlantic.
Since then, for about six hundred years, the secret of the Guanches has existed. So the unsolved mystery.
…Green as a grasshopper, a long scheduled Mercedes runs briskly along the coast, climbs a serpentine, slipping half a kilometer tunnels in the mountains. German tourists in T-shirts and shorts lazily glance around. There is nothing to look at – everywhere there are gray rocks, stunted bushes, sea and sky. Everything is the same as it was then, five hundred years ago. Only people are different. Who were they those who lived here? Africans? Europeans? Or maybe people from the New World?
Hundreds of authors tried to answer these questions during all six hundred years of acquaintance with the riddle of the Guanches. The bibliography of the history of the islands includes thousands of books, articles, notes in scientific, popular science and the cheapest pseudoscientific publications chasing sensations. Blonds with an obscure past… A great topic for all sorts of pseudo-scientific speculations and constructions that did not bring one iota closer to unraveling the origin of the indigenous population of the Canary Islands!
Yes, the Guanches were blond-haired and blue-eyed giants. But did only they live in the Canary Islands in ancient times? True Guanches inhabited only two islands Tenerife and Gran Canaria, while the other four of the seven were inhabited by representatives of other peoples.
This is just one example of a superficial approach to a fascinating and extraordinarily complex problem.
Werner, the German engineer we talked to on the way from Balito Beach to Las Palmas, knows about the past of the islands from his Geo and Merian magazines. Read about the Guanches. He also wants to visit the Canaries Museum. I came here for treatment.
Blessed land! Doctors advise spending one or two months a year in Gran Canaria, and I forget about all the sores, especially skin ones. Truly happy islands. That is what they were called in ancient times. Well, the ancients knew what they were doing.
The first secret Where does the purple come from?
You can literally list on the fingers of the ancient authors whose works contain any detailed references to the Canary Islands. Pliny the Elder, Diodorus Siculus, Pseudo-Aristotle, Plutarch, Pomponius Mela, Homer, Hesiod, Rufius Festus Avien, Seneca… There may be other information, but they are already secondary and later in relation to these classics of ancient Canarian studies.
So, Pliny the Elder, Natural History.
“… Not exactly rumors about the islands of Mauritania. Some, as it became known quite recently, lie against the land of autolols, they were discovered by Yuba, who set up the first workshops on them for dyeing fabrics with Getul purple . .. ”Here we need to make the first footnote. The Numidian ruler Yubu II, who lived in the 1st century BC, is often mentioned by ancient authors. The territory of his possessions adjoined the Atlantic coast at the same latitude as the Canaries, and who, if not him, knew better about what was happening on the islands. Unfortunately, Yuba himself did not leave any written evidence, and we learn about his visits to the islands from ancient authors.
According to the English historian E. Banbury, the purple workshops arranged by Yuba could be located on two eastern islands – Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.
Now a word to Diodorus Siculus, Historical Library: “In the middle of the ocean, opposite Africa, there is an island distinguished by its size. It is only a few days’ journey from Africa…
The Phoenicians, who explored the lands on the other side of the Pillars and sailed along the coast of Africa, were blown far into the ocean by strong winds. After long days of wandering, they finally reached the named island.
But who exactly are “they”? Who did Diodorus mean? The Carthaginian admiral Hanno, who reached the Gulf of Guinea in the 6th century BC, or his predecessors? Or maybe followers? But we only know about Gannon… Of course, the Canary Islands attracted the Phoenicians with their natural gifts, in particular, litmus dyes. In ancient times, there were few such stable dyes. The secret of the production of the famous Tyrian purple has not yet been unraveled. Meanwhile, in the Canary Islands, the Orcella lichen (Orcella tinctoria), which contains a high quality dye, grew and grows. In antiquity and the Middle Ages, it was called “orizello grass”…
What if this lichen is connected to the mystery of Tyrian purple production? In addition to orsel, the Canaries had another, no less valuable dye – the resin of the dragon tree, dracaena. And they also mined purple clams there. To which of them the islands owe their second name Purple? Not yet known.
The discovery of purple has always been attributed to the Phoenicians, more precisely, Melqart, who, according to legend, was the first to get the shells of purple snails. In the ports of Phoenicia, piles of purple shells are found today. However, the coast of Syria could not “produce” goods in myriad quantities. It is known that each purple gives only a few drops of the precious liquid. And the Phoenicians began to look for a cluster of shells everywhere first in the eastern Mediterranean, then in the west, they went to Gibraltar, founding, according to Pliny, about 300 settlements. Then there were reports of Getulian purple.
The Getuls were the shepherd tribes that lived south of the Roman dominions in Africa. Some of them, the Baniurs and the Autololians, according to Pliny again, lived on the coast of the ocean in the Atlas region. Pomponius Mela wrote that among the Negrites and the Gaetuli, a purple is produced, which gives a beautiful color, known in the world.
Under the penultimate ruler of Mauritania, Yuba II, the production of Getul purple flourished. It was then that Yuba ordered the construction of dyers on the Purple Isles. Pliny was never able to say exactly which islands he was talking about. The only thing he claimed was that “from these islands it was possible to get to the Happy Isles with relative ease.”
Today, Moroccan archaeologists have unmistakably determined their location directly opposite Cape Mogador. Now of them only the island of Mogador is distinguishable, the rest have been eaten by erosion, the ocean and sands. But the purple ones remained here: local women collect them and use them for food. In the 4th century, dye-works fell into disrepair, and over time, knowledge about Africa suddenly narrowed.
They don’t seem to have increased since then, at least as far as this area is concerned, admits Werner. Tell me, for example, where did the word “Canaries” come from?
From the canaries! The neighbor in front quickly turned around and temperamentally intervened in our conversation. Oh, if everything were so simple.
Hall of mummies in the Canary Museum. Here is a collection that is unparalleled in the world.
Second secret Why Canaries Canaries?
Let us again give the floor to Pliny. “Shortly after the establishment of Roman rule in Mauritania, Suetonius Peacock (procurator) organized an expedition into the interior of the country this was the first penetration of the Romans into the Atlas Mountains. He described dense mountain forests, unknown trees, peaks covered with snow (doubtful fact), reached the river Ger, flowing through a desert of black sand and black mountains, as if after a fire, all kinds of creatures were found in the forests, and there lived a people called “canaria “…
The area visited by Peacock is located on the same latitude as the Canaries. Is it not to this tribe that they owe their name? In Ptolemy we find mention of the region of Cannaria prom., located north of Cape Nun, at the latitude of the westernmost island of the Canary group. The tribes of Kamnurie lived there, the same as the Canaries. Isn’t there a clue to the name of the islands?
So your canaries, Frau, got their name after the Canaries became Canaries.
The beautiful city of Las Palmas is built along the sea, and its embankments are almost endless. We were convinced of this by deciding to walk from one area to another. We thought that we would spend twenty minutes, but this journey took hours. Of course, the history of Las Palmas is a topic for a separate story, especially since the fates of historical figures known to the whole planet are connected with many buildings here, but we were only concerned about one of them here – the Canaries Museum.
After wandering through the “caye” a real labyrinth of alleys of the old part of the city, we came to Abreu i Galindo street. It is clear that the museum was supposed to stand on it, because it is named after the famous scientist who revealed many secrets of the ancient Canarians. It was he who reminded the world of one very beautiful and mysterious story.
Secret of the third Sons of Atlantis?
The Canary Islands are historically and culturally closely connected with Northwest Africa. And therefore about the Saharan Atlantis. Its history began with a fantastic work. At 19In 1919, Pierre Benoit’s novel “Atlantis” was published, which was sold in large numbers. (By the way, it was released in the “Library” Around the World “in a new translation.) Its plot is as follows. Two French officers, lost in the desert, after long wanderings, find themselves in an oasis where a majestic castle rises from huge boulders. Tired travelers are met by their compatriot who got here earlier. He shows them the interior of the castle, a luxurious library, and most importantly, introduces them to the mistress of the palace. It turns out that this is the mistress of the famous people of the Atlanteans Antinea.
P. Benois placed his Atlantis in the desert, among the rocks of the Ahaggar mountain range. Apparently, he knew about the discoveries in the Sahara, was aware of the unsuccessful search for the legendary mainland . .. The public accepted the novel with enthusiasm.
Eight years have passed. The expedition of the French archaeologist de Prophet carried out excavations in the western Ahaggar, not far from Abelessa, just in the places where the action of the novel unfolds. Among the rocks covered with sand, de Prophet came across the ruins of ancient structures, among which a burial ground built of huge boulders stood out in particular. Nearby stood a monument, from where the colonnade led to the temple building. In the floor, disguised with a leather rug, was the entrance to the underground crypt, where the grave of a high-ranking female person was located. The interior of the tomb was striking in its splendor – stone decorations, figurines from the Paleolithic of the Sahara, ostrich feathers, and most importantly – a gold coin that could be accurately dated. It belonged to the era of the Roman emperor Flavius Valerius Constantine I (306 337 AD). So, the burial was pre-Arab.
They immediately remembered Benois’ novel. Historical reality intertwined with fantasy.
Having survived the first excitement, scientists tried to explain the findings. A recently discovered legend of the Tuareg Kelahaggar tribe about their famous progenitor Tin-Hinnan surfaced.
The daughter of the chief Tin-Hinnan, a Berber woman of noble birth, expelled from the country with her servant Takamat, came to Ahaggar and became the ancestor of the noble tribe of Kelahaggar, and Takamar the progenitor of the vassal tribe of Imrad. Scientists identified the heroine of the Tuareg legend with an unknown mistress discovered by the archaeologist Baron de Prophet.
Thus, Benoit’s novel, the finds of de Prophet and the legend of Tin-Hinnan gave rise to a logically paradoxical chain of fiction and scientific facts, which helps to shed light on the history of the Saharan peoples.
Naturally, no one will associate the mistress Abelessa with the queen of the Atlanteans P. Benois. There is also little reason to look for Plato’s Atlantis in the Sahara. But if we assume that both the ancient authors, and the scientific tradition of modern times, and P. Benois himself meant by the Atlanteans a certain Eastern Mediterranean people genetically related to the Greeks (more precisely, the Aegeans of the late III early II millennium BC), then this version can have the right to exist. The memory of the ancient Guanches is preserved in the Canarian Museum. I dreamed of getting here for a long time, when I was just starting to study the history of the Canary Islands. Maybe here I will find the answer to other mysteries related to the distant past of the Canaries?
Fourth secretWho are you, “peoples of the sea”?
They were not only on the frescoes of Ancient Egypt, but also on the rock paintings of the Sahara – white chariot riders. And they are not like the Hyksos who invaded Egypt in 1200 BC and settled in Cyrenaica. Clothing, weapons and armor, the type of chariots and, finally, the physical appearance leave no doubt that these are newcomers from the north from the regions of the eastern Mediterranean. We are talking about the campaigns of the “peoples of the sea” at the end of the XIV century BC. It was then that large military detachments from the Aegean basin invaded Libya and Egypt.
Dr. S. Jimenez-Sanchez, the museum curator on duty, walks with me through the halls and tries to explain in broken English who was part of the “Sea Peoples”. I ask him to speak in his native Spanish, but not so impulsively, and then everything will be clear, especially since the topic is familiar to me. So, there is an assumption that the “peoples of the sea” included warriors from the Atlas region.
The first Egyptian pharaoh who won several victories over aliens was Merneptah (1251 1231 BC). The news of this was conveyed by inscriptions in the temples. But the tribes of the “peoples of the sea”, having managed to mix enough with the local Libyan tribes, held out for quite a long time in Egypt, until the army of Ramses III inflicted a crushing defeat on them in the area of \u200b\u200btoday’s El Alamein in 1200 BC (1189-th according to other sources). But even after that, the pharaoh was forced to settle them in the delta, where they lived, not recognizing anyone’s power over them.
If you carefully study the rock paintings of the Sahara, you can trace some of the routes that the “people of the chariots” went into the depths of the desert. Some of them, gradually dissolving in the local population, reached Niger. What about the other groups? Do you know their fate? I ask Dr. Sanchez.
People have always said about them: “Mysterious, enigmatic, unknown…” And there is no exaggeration in these epithets. We really do not yet know where they came from, what their end is. We are talking about the so-called Garamantes, who were known by Herodotus and Tacitus, Pomponius Mela and Seneca. Lucian and Strabo.
The culture of the Garamantes, who lived in antiquity in the expanses of the desert that had not yet dried up to the end, was basically Liv Berber, with elements brought from the Aegean world.
In recent years, scientists have managed to somewhat clarify the ethnic composition of the “peoples of the sea. ” Among them were the Achaeans, Danaans, Sardis, Lycians and, of course, the Cretans, known to the ancient Egyptians for a long time – “Keftiu”. All of them significantly influenced the anthropological and linguistic environment of North Africa, and, quite naturally, the Canary Islands were also included here.
Therefore, the participation of the descendants of the “peoples of the sea” in the formation of the Canarian ethnos seems to scientists to be very plausible and quite convincing.
The fifth secret Is it possible to whistle with an accent?
What language did the ancient Canarians speak? Of course, not in Spanish. It was related to both Berber and some West African dialects. Dr. Sanchez can talk about this for hours. But now I am interested in something else – a miraculously surviving relic of ancient times – the whistling language, which is still common among the inhabitants of one of the Canary Islands – the island of Gomera. Even the monks Bontier and Le Verrier wrote that the inhabitants of the islands “speak with their lips, as if they had no tongue, and some ruler exiled them here as a punishment, tearing out their tongues. ”
In fact, language plays a very important role in whistling, the professor explains. At the end of the last century, the German ethnographer Kedenfeld studied the mysterious means of communication of the Homers. “They can convey any thought with the help of a whistle,” wrote the scientist, “and at a distance of up to a thousand meters, that is, even when the cry does not make sense.” During the wars, this whistle helped the Canarians a lot, they “whistled” the danger in advance, and in peacetime they announced the beginning of the festivities and other events.
This whistle, says Dr. Sanchez, can be of various shades. Kedenfeld did an experiment by placing two inhabitants of the island at a distance of 50 meters from each other. He passed the question to one of the subjects, who whistled it to his partner. Both people had never before spoken to each other in the language of a whistle, and besides, there was a strong wind, but the result of the experiment was recognized as satisfactory.
The whistling language on Homer Island is not unique in itself. A well-known method of communication with the help of drums in various parts of Africa, when the news is knocked out by a simple code at a distance of tens of kilometers from village to village. Bushmen of the Kalahari communicate using fire smoke. The Gurunsi-nankanse tribe in the bend of the Niger had a flute, with the help of which the nomads spoke at a great distance from each other.
The Whistling Village was discovered in Turkey in the 1960s. Surely new similar discoveries will follow, and, of course, in mountainous areas. Scientists have to find out many questions: how ordinary phrases are translated into the language of whistling, how combinations of whistling modulations are born…
Is this really not done yet?! I wonder. Imagine. You can sign up for a future expedition to Homer Island.
Sixth secret Who made these inscriptions?
1405 real reviews – Hotel Olé Tropical Tenerife
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Review date: 18 July 2022
semen
Russia
23 reviews
7 marks “useful review”
Well, it’s very noisy from the road (you can’t sleep with the window open)
Extra charge for drinks if you take half board!
A deposit of 15€ for a beach towel (some nonsense, I have not seen this anywhere else)
The furniture is old and needs renovation.
– Clean;
-delicious breakfasts and dinners;
– good ocean view
– value for money top notch
– good job receptionist
Length of stay: July 2022
Review date: February 25, 2020
Anna
Russia
11 reviews
10 “useful review” marks
This time the room was next to a noisy object (transformation booth or something similar with a monotonous and unpleasant noise).
Good hotel, stayed here for the second time. It’s great that there is Russian-speaking staff. Good varied breakfast.
Length of stay: February 2020
Review date: February 24, 2020
Evgenii
Russia
6 reviews
1 mark “useful review”
There is no WiFi in the bedroom, under the windows at night the employees periodically unloaded and loaded products and threw out the garbage, which woke me up a couple of times around 2 am, but this is only a problem for these rooms. The room was not always well cleaned. A couple of sockets were taken out of the wall along with a plug.
Convenient location of the hotel, close to everything you need, almost all vacationers are pensioners. We booked a regular room and they gave us a double room. Lots of parking spaces for am next to the hotel, but there were no problems with parking on site.
Length of stay: February 2020
Review date: February 23, 2020
Elena
Russia
10 reviews
8 “useful review” marks
Hotel for vacationers 50+. This is not a minus, rather such a format. I would send my mother here without hesitation, only the contingent is not Russian-speaking at all.
Nothing to complain about! Great) go to the sea for 10-15 minutes at a leisurely pace.
Length of stay: February 2020
Review date: February 2, 2020
Daria
Russia
9 reviews
6 marks “useful review”
Didn’t quite like the dinners, a lot of greasy food, I would like more fish dishes. I also did not like the separate payment for drinks for dinner (4.5 € per person), they offer wine and beer from the taps, it is impossible to drink wine.
The hotel has an excellent location, close to the sea, good view from the balcony. Excellent breakfasts, food for every taste, 4 types of freshly squeezed juices
Length of stay: February 2020
Review date: January 27, 2020
Evgeny
Russia
23 reviews
8 marks “useful review”
Noise from a nearby road is inescapable. You just have to be ready for it. This is Tenerife – a place of constant movement. It’s hard to say which floors are quieter. On the sixth it was audible decently.
Check in took a little time. There were no Russian speakers at the reception that day. But they speak very good English. All rooms face one side – the ocean. From the sixth floor you can see the ocean, sunsets on the balcony. The room is not small, a decent balcony with a table and two chairs. Fridge. There are no other related items. They bought a corkscrew in a shop nearby, they also took water there. Shops within walking distance. Quite a few cafes. The choice of dishes is almost the same everywhere. Prices are also in the same range. The embankment is about 550 meters away. The slowest step is no more than 12 minutes. You can walk both to the left of the hotel and to the right. Right behind the Hotel’s fence there is a large free public parking lot. You can get to it through the gate from the pool. About 15 parking spaces right in front of the reception. We have never had any problems with parking. I can’t rate the pool. We left immediately after breakfast and returned at sunset. I saw that in the morning Foreigners were throwing towels on sunbeds, which are quite a lot. The animation is basic but fun. Evening bar with performances is not very big.
Standard European breakfast without frills. Right at the entrance there is a table with freshly squeezed juices, at least four types. Didn’t have to wait for any food to be served. Separately, you can order an omelet with 4 ingredients, or fried eggs. Sometimes I had to wait, but not for long. Yoghurts and fruits always. From fruits apples, bananas, oranges and kiwi. Delicious pancakes with honey or chocolate paste. Coffee and tea from the machine. Delicious coffee with milk.
From tension – constant traffic in front of the hotel. Even at night, the movement does not stop and the roar of engines is heard. But after an active day, we slept normally with the balcony closed. The air conditioning was not used although it worked.
Length of stay: January 2020
Review date: January 7, 2020
Elena
Russia
110 reviews
30 “useful review” marks
We enjoy staying at this hotel. Near our favorite beach Monkey beach.
Time of stay: December 2019
Russia
110 reviews
30 “useful review” marks
The hotel is good, we were satisfied. We extended our stay at this hotel. The staff is friendly and accommodating.
Length of stay: January 2020
Review date: December 23, 2019
Elena
Belarus
11 reviews
8 marks “useful review”
The hotel has very badly located outer rooms, the windows of which face the street and the utility yard. It is almost impossible to sleep there, because it is very noisy: some kind of generator is constantly working right under the window, and in the middle of the night a garbage truck arrives. This is how we spent our first night.
On the second day, at our request, we were fortunately moved to a nice room overlooking the pool, where it was already quiet, calm and comfortable.
There is no wi-fi in the gym (and when you run on a treadmill or ellipsoid, you just have to look at the wall!)
Breakfasts and dinners are good, but without a lot of choice and special frills.
In the photos, perhaps everything looks newer and neater than it actually is.
In general, a pleasant hotel, helpful staff and wonderful animators!
Time of stay: December 2019
Review date: 24 January 2022
Novel
Netherlands
1 review
The food is very good
Time of stay: January 2022
Review date: January 24, 2020
Tatiana
Russia
44 reviews
17 marks “useful review”
Most importantly, I saw a cockroach in the bathroom, a real, red one. This, of course, greatly spoiled the impression. The breakfasts are pretty monotonous. Beach towels are issued on a deposit of 15 euros, while this is some kind of washed-out rag. The hotel does not qualify for four stars, maximum C grade
Not a bad hotel, good location and its own parking, close to the sea and walking street. The hotel itself has a cool animation team, there is always some kind of activity. most of the hotel visitors are pensioners
Length of stay: January 2020
Review date: 27 December 2019
Elena
Russia
110 reviews
30 “useful review” marks
Arriving in Tenerife – we choose this hotel. We feel comfortable and at ease here. Special thanks for the amazing dinner on December 25th.
Time of stay: December 2019
Belarus
9 reviews
1 mark “useful review”
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Length of stay: July 2022
Review date: 20 May 2022
Aleksandrs
Latvia
5 reviews
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Length of stay: May 2022
Review date: March 8, 2020
Sergei
Russia
17 reviews
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Length of stay: January 2020
Review date: November 17, 2019
Edwardtkd
Estonia
5 reviews
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Time of stay: November 2019
Latvia
12 reviews
1 mark “useful review”
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Length of stay: April 2022
Review date: 4 April 2022
Anna
Finland
4 reviews
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Length of stay: April 2022
Review date: 11 March 2022
Liudmyla
Ukraine
11 reviews
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Time of stay: January 2022
Review date: March 5, 2020
Lida
Belarus
44 reviews
16 “useful review” marks
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Time of stay: March 2020
Germany
4 reviews
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Length of stay: January 2020
Review date: November 16, 2019
Ivan
Russia
6 reviews
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Time of stay: November 2019
Review date: October 6, 2019
Alexander
Russia
15 reviews
1 mark “useful review”
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Time of stay: September 2019
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Excursions in Tenerife
Boat trips
Boat trips The island of Tenerife is surrounded by the amazing beauty of the Atlantic Ocean, and one of the most spectacular and memorable activities here is boat trips. You can sail on the ocean expanses on a yacht, a catamaran or a stylized pirate ship.
Dolphins, toothed whales, sperm whales and sea turtles can be spotted in the coastal waters. In addition, boat trips provide an opportunity to admire the amazing landscapes of Tenerife from the ocean, as well as to get a wonderful even tan.
Photographing dolphins is certainly included in the program of any boat trip, because here they are found everywhere. Off the coast of Las Americas, black dolphins are most often seen, and near Los Gigantes, you can most likely meet bottlenose dolphins. Watching their games and jumps will certainly bring genuine pleasure to all viewers.
In addition, sailing programs usually include swimming in the ocean, lunch, and often even entertainment shows.
The duration of boat trips is very diverse: from 40 minutes to 7 hours, and you can not only swim around Tenerife, but also go on a trip to one of the other islands of the archipelago, for example, to the nearest La Gomera (La Gomera).
In addition, you can organize a multi-day sea trip with a visit to several neighboring islands.
You can go on a boat trip from the port Puerto Colon (Puerto Colon) to Las Americas, where the largest selection of yachts and pleasure boats is presented. The boat trip can also be started from the ports Los Cristianos or Los Gigantes . In addition, Tenerife has a unique opportunity to see the underwater world of the Atlantic Ocean. From the yacht port San Miguel (San Miguel Marina) in the southern town of Golf del Sur (Golf del Sur) four times a day, a real submarine goes to scuba diving.
The dive is absolutely safe and extremely exciting, this is a real adventure in the depths of the ocean. Through the portholes of the yellow submarine, you can observe the diversity of the underwater world, including the majestic large stingrays.
In addition, a broadcast from the external cameras of the submarine is on board, and the instructor accompanying the tour is ready to answer all questions about the inhabitants of the ocean and the technical equipment of the submarine. An underwater walk in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean will not leave anyone indifferent and will leave vivid memories of yourself for a long time.
A boat trip in Tenerife is a safe and relaxing experience: in case of bad weather or stormy forecasts, pleasure boats will never go out into the ocean.
This is a whole adventure for lovers of romance, wonderful views and fresh sea breeze, which will certainly be remembered by meetings with marine life and joyful emotions.
Flamenco show
National traits and characteristics are always accurately conveyed by art, and the passionate freedom-loving character of the Spaniards is extremely accurately embodied through flamenco. Flamenco is one of the main symbols of Spain, it is a dizzying extravaganza of music, dance and songs.
The art of flamenco was formed many centuries ago, under the influence of various cultures: Moorish, Byzantine, Jewish, Gypsy, Indian and Andalusian. The very name “flamenco” is associated with the gypsies who settled in Andalusia in the 15th century: these nomads called themselves “flamencos”.
Flamenco became widely accepted in Spanish fashion at the end of the 18th century, and gained worldwide fame in 1921, when it was included in the program of Russian ballet performances in Paris. Nowadays, flamenco is very popular both in Spain and abroad.
It is said that it is impossible to feel the spirit of Spain without seeing flamenco, and on the island of Tenerife this is a wonderful opportunity.
Here, in the Piramide de Arona concert hall, you can enjoy a bright and temperamental show with a worldwide reputation. The creator of the show is one of the world’s best choreographers (and former dancers) of the Spanish ballet Carmen Mota. She became famous back in 1977, having traveled all over Spain, Europe and Canada with her own dance group.
Carmen Mota’s flamenco shows now take place on a permanent basis in Malaga, Monte Carlo, Lebanon and Tenerife, in one of the most majestic buildings on the island, reminiscent of an ancient Greek temple.
Spectators of this show can enjoy not only Spanish folk dances and classical flamenco, but also in the second part of the performance – a whole theatrical action, a real musical based on flamenco.
Carmen Mota’s flamenco show is a real celebration of Spanish rhythms, a riot of colors, passionate dance and great music that will impress even the most sophisticated spectator.
Fishing
The coastal waters of Tenerife are full of a wide variety of fish: mackerels, barracudas, rays and even several species of sharks. Not surprisingly, sport fishing in the ocean is one of the most popular activities on the island.
It is worth noting that for the Guanches (the ancient inhabitants of the island who inhabited it before the arrival of the Spaniards), fishing was an extremely important occupation and one of the main ways of subsistence. Fishing in Tenerife is possible both in shallow water and in the open ocean.
All necessary rods and tackle can be purchased from local shops. For example, in the city of Las Galletas at the address: Avenida de Fernando Alazar Gonzáles, Las Galletas. The store is located opposite the Alborada commercial center. You can catch Spanish and king mackerel, bluefish, yellowtail and other fish near the shore, and even a large stingray at night. It bites on the island throughout the year, and most of the fish are edible. However, you should be wary of hedgehog fish, as well as a sea dragon, whose spikes are poisonous. You can fish from the shore on any beach on the island, however, without a fishing license, the entire catch, according to local law, has to be released back into the ocean.
Of course, in order to catch big fish, you need to go deep, and many people prefer fishing from the sides of a boat equipped with the necessary tackle and accessories. Here, tourists are given rods and tackle, as well as bait, and experienced instructors teach beginners how to properly use fishing equipment. Fishing boats, of course, have the necessary licenses, so the caught fish can be kept for yourself and cooked for dinner. Fishing from a boat most often lasts 4 to 7 hours and can often be supplemented with boat trips, swimming and watching whales, dolphins or large turtles, making it an interesting option for families.
You can go on a group fishing trip with other tourists, or you can rent the whole boat with the team on your own. Fishing boats are based in Las Americas (port of Puerto Colon), in the port of Los Cristianos and Los Gigantes (port of Puerto de los Gigantes).
Fishing in Tenerife is an exciting adventure that will provide an unforgettable experience for both true connoisseurs and beginners. You can buy sightseeing fishing from a boat at the following tour agencies with Russian-speaking staff: Club sail tenerife: Pista Acceso Vera de Erques 10, Guia de Isora Tenerife excursions: Av Rafael Puig Livina, 28, Playa de las Américas
Excursion service program
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Sighting tour of the island with Vulcan Tade 9000 9000 9042 Sunday at 9:00:00) guide) The journey will begin through the lower crater of the giant Teide volcano, where you will see an impressive “lunar landscape” of solidified lava, pass through the pine and eucalyptus forests of Esperanza, lying above the clouds. Next, you will visit the most picturesque places in the north of the island: the ancient city of Garachico, built on solidified lava, the city of Icod De Los Vinos, where you will taste the famous wine of the kings “Malvasia” and take pictures at the ancient “Dragon Tree”, hear the history and legends of the island, admire the magnificent panoramic views during numerous stops. Visit souvenir shops. Price: € 65.00 adult / € 32.50 child (from 3 to 12 years old) We recommend you bring clothes with sleeves and comfortable shoes.
HISTORY AND PRESENT
Tuesday at 8:00 (with Russian guide) A unique opportunity to get to know one of the capitals of the island and Santa: La Laguna in one day the picturesque mountain ranges of the island – Anaga, dine in a typical Canarian restaurant, swim on the white sand beach “Las Terecitas” and shop in the largest shopping center of the island “El Corte Ingles”. Price: € 46.00 Adult / € 23 to the upper observation deck of the Teide peak, from where you will enjoy unforgettable views of the entire Canary Archipelago. It is necessary to wear comfortable shoes, bring warm clothes and sun cream. Price € 61.00 adult / € 30.50 child (from 2 to 12 years old)
STARS
Saturday at 19:35 Tenerife’s night sky is the best place to observe stars and galaxies, to feel the connection between man and space. After all, human life is a gift of outer space and time. Contemplation of the vast universe at an altitude of 2000 meters will be one of the most unforgettable moments of your holiday. It will allow you to recharge with the energy of space and stars. Price € 36.00 adult / € 18.00 Children (from 2x to 12 years)
Do not forget your luggage
Friday at 10:00 (relevant for the last day, with a Russian guide) after the delivery of your apartment, you are sent through the picturesque places of the eastern part of the island. The Güimar Valley is the permanent residence of Thor Heerdal, who founded the Natural History Museum (museum visit). A unique story of the creation of mysterious pyramids and civilizations. Candelaria – an amazing city, a basilica with the patroness of the Canaries Black Madonna, a visit to the square with the kings of the Guanches. Optional swimming on the black beaches of Candelaria. Lunch at the ostrich farm. You can go on an excursion with your things, and at your request, the guide will take you directly to the Airport. Price: € 81.00 Adult / € 40.50.50.50.50443 (from 2x to 12 years old)
Knight tournament in San Migel Castle
Thursday and Saturday at 18:00 (with a guide) A fascinating show program, performance of horses, a tournament of knights, where you will be not only a spectator, but also a participant. A truly medieval dinner with wine. After the tournament, you can dance and listen to a flamenco performance. Price: € 59.00 adult / € 29.50 children (from 3 to 14 years old)
FLAMENCO SHOW EVOLUTION
Wednesday at 20:00; Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday at 21:00 The best flamenco performance on the island takes place in the Piramidas de Arona concert hall. A magnificent performance under the direction of the famous Spanish choreographer Carmen Mota. Costumes, lighting effects and an exceptionally selected troupe will be remembered for a long time! Price: € 47.00 adult / € 23.50 child (from 12 to 17 years old) Without transport!
LA Gomer
Wednesday at 07:25 (with a Russian guide) after a 40-minute move on the ocean liner, you will make a sightseeing tour of the island, visit the National Garakhonay Park with fascinating relict lavara forests preserved from the pre-glacial period, you will have lunch in a typical Homeric restaurant, where you will hear how the inhabitants of the island communicate in the language of whistling. Visit the capital of San Sebastian, walk along the streets where Christopher Columbus walked 500 years ago. It is necessary to take things with a sleeve and a passport with you. Price: € 83.00 adult / € 41.50 Children (from 2x to 12 years)
Lansarot island
Tues minutes of air travel, you will find yourself on a unique island of active volcanoes. A visit to the Timanfaya National Park, where you can see real volcanoes and geysers, get acquainted with the unusual way of growing grapes on volcanic soil, and after lunch – a trip to the north of the island, descending into the caves where the “natural miracle” white crabs jameos de agua live. Price: € 265 adult / € 215 child (from 2 to 12 years old) You must bring things with a sleeve and a passport.
LORO PARK WITH TRANSPORT TO THE PARK AND BACK
Tuesday at 8:15 Magnificent animal park, largest collection of parrots, 8 aquarium World of chimpanzees, dolphin, fur seal, killer whale and parrot shows, the world’s largest penguinarium,. Price: € 53.00 adult / € 43.00 Children (from 6x to 12 years old) / € 10.00 Children (from 2x to 6 years)
SIAM Park
Each day: open from 10:00 to 17:00, Free bus The largest water park in Europe, a separate area of water attractions for children, an artificial wave, a white beach within the park, water slides and pools. Price: € 33.00 adult / € 22.00 child (from 2 to 12 years old) The price is the same as at the entrance to the park.
AQUAPARK
Every day: open from 10:00 to 17:00 , free bus. Price: € 22.50 adult / € 16.00 child (from 5 to 10 years old) The price is the same as at the entrance to the park.
JUNGLE PARK
Every day: open from 10:00 to 17:00 , free bus. Eagle, penguin, parrot show, pink panda, alligator and hippo feeding, Indiana Jones cable car, bob slide for an additional fee. Price: € 24.00 adult / € 17.00 child (from 5 to 10 years old) The price is the same as at the entrance to the park. When buying 2 adult tickets, one child ticket is free.
PARKS ENTRANCE TICKETS
Price as at the park entrance.
Twin-type (Loro Park without transport + siam park) Price € 56.00 Adult / € 37.50 (from 6 to 12 years old) Park jungle Price € 36.00 Adult / € 24.00 Children (from 5 to 10 years) Loro Park (without transport) Price € 33.00 Adult / € 22.00 Children (from 6 to 12 years) Park Monkey Park (without transport) Price € 10.00 adult / € 5. 00 child (from 6 to 12 years old)
PARAGLIDING Make your dream come true with an instructor in tandem. The duration of the flight is from 20 to 30 minutes. You need to have warm clothes. Price: € 100
Private excursions only for your family, with the Russian guide from € 200
for lovers of outdoor recreation – pedestrian routes (with the Russian guide) routes: Mask gorge, wind cave, cave of the wind, cave of the wind, cave of the wind, cave of the wind, cave of the wind, cave of the wind, cave of the wind, cave of the wind, cave of the wind, cave of the wind, cave Mumiy Cave, Rock paintings, Anaga ! Price: from € 60
NEPTUNO BOAT TRIP WITH BOTTOM FISHING : Monday, Wednesday from 10:00 to 15:00 Water safari along the coast to the fantastic cliffs of Los Gigantes, meeting with whales and dolphins, lunch and drinks on board. Price: € 65.00 Adult / € 35 adult non-fisherman, € 35.00 child (from 6 to 12 years old), € 20.00 non-fisherman child
PIRATE SHIP RIDE: Encounter with whales and dolphins in the open ocean. Lunch and soft drinks, swimming. 5 HOURS 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, Every day except Saturday Price: € 49.00 adult / € 24.50 child (from 6 to 12 years old) 3 HOURS 10:00 to 13:00 and 13.30 to 16.30, Everyday Price: € 39.00 19405 adult / children (6-12 years old)
LUXURY YACHT OR BOAT RIDES: Maximum 10-12 people, encounter with dolphins and whales, swimming in the open ocean, sandwiches and drinks. 3 hours from 10:00 to 13:00 / from 13:00 to 16:00 / from 16:00 to 19:00 Price: € 60 adult / € 30 for children (from 4 to 12 years old) Luxury yacht rental for individuals (per family) – from € 650 for 3 hours, maximum 10 people.
LUXURY CATAMARAN RIDE WITH CLEAR BOTTOM: Photo safaris, dolphins, whales. 2 hours: Thursday 10:30 to 12:30, Price: € 24.00 adult / € 12.00 children (7 to 12 years old) 3 hours: Saturday 11:00 to 14:00 (food, drinks, bathing) Price: € 44.00 adult / € 22.00 child (from 7 to 12 years old) 5 hours: Wednesday, Friday 11:00-16:00 (food, drinks, bathing) Price: € 58.00 adult / € 29.00 child (from 7 to 12 years old)
SAFARI BY WATER BIKE 943 (with Russian guide) Discover the south coast of Tenerife by riding a jet ski with an experienced instructor. Rights are not required. Dolphins, whales, flying fish and sea caves. Price: 1.5 HOURS – € 90 single / € 110 double. 2.5 HOURS – € 150 single / € 170 Double 3 hours – € 180 single / € 200 Double
Supporting motorcycles : at 10:00 and 12:30 Besides Sunday – for the first time in Europe! Safe and fun, no special skills required. Reservation for a few days. Price: € 44.00
SCUBA: For diving with training € 50.00 , for certified divers € 40.00
SUB-BOAT: diving to a depth of 20m. Thursday Russian guide. Price: adult € 50.00 / € 30.00 (from 2x to 14 years old)
Active rest
Tenerife island is an ideal place for classes for various sports. First of all, of course, there are ample opportunities for water sports, but not only.
Windsurfing and kitesurfing
One of the most popular sports on the island. Tenerife has quite windy weather, which creates optimal conditions for these sports. There are many sports stations offering training and equipment rental, most of them are concentrated in Las Americas (Las Américas), Los Cristianos (Los Cristianos), as well as in El Médano (El Médano), where in the summer of 2012 even international competitions in kite and windsurfing. The only Russian-speaking surf school on the island is located in El Medano, in the western part of the city at the end of the wooden promenade. Fly Medano Surf School Address: Paseo Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes de Roja, 54, El Médano.
Water skiing
This exciting sport does not require much effort to master the technique of skiing. Water skiing does not require special physical preparation, and even beginners are guaranteed comfort and an unforgettable experience.
Rentals and trainings for this sport are available at all central beaches in major cities, including Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos.
Diving
The underwater world of Tenerife is ready to reveal its secrets to anyone who dares to look into its depths. Here you can see up close groupers, barracudas and sea turtles, as well as many other inhabitants of the ocean. You can also experience a real adventure by meeting dolphins or hand-feeding stingrays. The island has a huge number of diving schools, especially in its southern part.
Diving centers with Russian-speaking instructors: Aquamarine , CC Compostela Beach, Playa de las Americas; Dive Man , C. Maria de Carmen Garcia, Las Galletas.
Golf
Tenerife has always been an elite resort, and golf clubs are an integral part of it. Professionals and amateurs from all over the world come to the island every year to play golf. For golf lovers, a whole town has been built in the south – Golf del Sur, where a number of prestigious competitions were held. Nearby, in the large resort town of Costa Adeje, there is also an excellent 27-hole course, which is deservedly considered one of the best in Tenerife. Golf Costa Adeje has been designed to make the most of the island’s unique natural topography and showcase the stunning surrounding landscape to its best advantage.
Address Golf Resort: C. Alcojora, Adeje. However, in the south there are several more golf courses in Los Cristianos, as well as in the north – in Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz) and Puerto de la Cruz (Puerto de la Cruz). Tennis Tennis Tennis is a very popular sport here: in 2009, Costa Adeje hosted the international tennis competition Open Costa Adeje. Many hotels and apartment complexes have their own tennis courts. In both northern and southern cities, many public courts have been built by municipalities.
One of the central sports clubs in Costa Adeje is called Tenisur (Club deportivo Tenisur) , it is located at Avenida de Austria 9, San Eugenio Alto.
Equestrian
Another prestigious sport, equestrianism, is also developed on the island. There are many small stables where both beginners and professionals can rent a horse. For those who are not yet very confident in the saddle, consultations and accompaniment of experienced instructors are provided. Equestrian centers are represented in Granadilla , Arona , Costa Adeje and many other cities in Tenerife. For example, a small stable that can accommodate 4-5 people at the same time can be found on the highway connecting El Medano and Los Abrigos (Los Abrigos) , near the village La Tejita (La Tejita) .
With the permission of the instructor, horses in the stable can be fed with delicacies brought: dried bread, apples and carrots. This way you can more easily get in contact with the animal before getting into the saddle, or vice versa, reward the horse at the end of the workout. Serve the delicacy in a wide open palm.
Cycling
Cycling is very popular on the island, and bikes, including mountain bikes, are available in most towns in Tenerife, especially in the south. You can go on an exciting walk through the mountains and hills, or just ride along the embankment.
You can rent a bicycle in Adeje at the rental office at: Avenida del Quinto Centenario, Edificio Las Terrazas, Playa de Las Americas. in Los Kristanoso : Cristianos 1, Local 12, Avenida Juan Carlos1, in El Medano: Calle Villa de la orotava, 10.
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on tenerifa, there are also possibilities for lessons. the best club in the south is Karting Club Tenerife. There are several tracks and various models of karts, including those for children. This club is located near Los Cristianos. Club address: Carretera del Chó s/n, Entre Parque de la Reina y Las Chafiras.
Hiking
Tenerife also offers trekking (hiking), which will allow everyone to fully enjoy the unforgettable beauties of the island. Trekking is a type of sports tourism, its purpose is to pass a certain route through slightly rugged terrain. Recently, hiking has been very popular, because it allows you to relax with health benefits and see a non-tourist, often even more picturesque, part of the area. There are many specially designed trekking routes and trails on the island, including in the Teide National Park (Parque Nacional del Teide), in the Anaga mountain range and in the La Orotava valley. In addition, in the spring of 2013 the island will officially celebrate Day of the Hiker (Dia del Senderista).
Paragliding
Tenerife offers many adventures, and one of the most exciting and memorable is paragliding. There are many clubs on the island offering the freedom of flight, based in particular in Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Ursula and Adeje.
The club in the south of the island is located in Adeje at Calle Gran Bretaña, 8, Adeje.
Amusement parks
Loro Parque Loro Parque is one of the most interesting parks not only in the Canaries, but also in Spain. Here is the largest collection of parrots in the world, as well as the largest penguinarium, dolphinarium and oceanarium in Europe. Loro Park is an amazing mixture of a zoo, a circus and a botanical garden. Here you can not only see a variety of plants and rare animals, but also watch unique shows with the participation of dolphins, fur seals, killer whales and parrots, after which the park is named. Loro Park is decorated in a picturesque style, and a day spent here will be remembered for a long time with a variety of pleasures. Loro Park is located in the north of the island in the city of Puerto de la Cruz (Puerto de la Cruz), you can reach it via the Norte expressway. There is also a regular bus 343 departing from Las Americas.
Jungle Park Another wonderful zoological garden located in Tenerife is the Eagle Park. It has a unique collection of tropical plants, specially imported from the African jungle, and is home to many exotic animals, including tigers, leopards, orangutans, gibbons, crocodiles, ostriches and flamingos. But the main thing that the park is famous for is a wide variety of eagles, not only living on its territory, but also participating in the only show in the world with the participation of trained birds of prey. The actors of another show taking place in the Park of Eagles are all kinds of exotic birds: parrots, toucans, marabou. Eagles Park is located in the south a few kilometers from Los Cristianos (Los Cristianos). A free bus circulates from Las Americas, which takes you to the park. To reach the park by car, you need to exit the TF-1 motorway at exit 72 onto the TF-28 Arona motorway. Then follow the sign for Parque Las Aguilas for about 2 km, at the eagle statue turn right into the roundabout and get off at the second exit. Next, you should pass under the bridge and drive up the slope along the main road (Calle Armiche) for about 1.5 km, and at the eagle statue turn left into the parking lot of the park.
Monkey park Monkey park is a small menagerie near Las Americas that is home to many monkeys and lemurs, as well as monitor lizards, parrots, toucans, crocodiles and turtles. However, it is monkeys and fluffy lemurs that are in the center of attention here, and park visitors are allowed to enter their enclosure, feed them and pet them. This feature distinguishes Monkey Park from most other zoos in the world. Iguanas live next to monkeys and lemurs, which can also be hand-fed. Food for animals is sold in the park, but lemurs and monkeys are much more fond of dates and figs, which can be stocked up in advance in any supermarket on the island. The park can be reached by car by getting off the TF-1 motorway at exit 69. From the junction, turn right at the first turn, then go straight for 2 km to the gas station and turn right. Then you need to go straight for 300 m to the entrance to the park.
Ostrich farm (Granja de avestruces) Ostrich farm in Tenerife is the only one in all of Europe. More than 300 ostriches live on the farm, which were brought here from Zimbabwe and Namibia; here you can even see an albino ostrich. Birds live in the park in special enclosures, and you can look at them while walking along the alleys. In addition, you can feed ostriches, the main thing is to do it with a special cup, otherwise the bird may cripple your fingers. There is a restaurant on the territory of the park, where, in addition to Canarian and European cuisine, they also serve ostrich steak, smoked ostrich meat, ostrich pate, ostrich soup, grilled ostrich meat and ostrich egg flan. You can also fry ostrich shish kebab yourself or try ostrich egg scrambled eggs, which weigh as much as two kilograms. On the ostrich farm, all the necessary subtleties of growing these unusual birds are observed, so ostriches from Tenerife are bought by farms and zoos around the world, and ostrich meat is delivered from here to many restaurants and hotels throughout Spain. By car, the park can be reached by exiting the TF-1 motorway at junction 23 (salida 23) at the first exit on the right in the direction of Casablanca. Immediately after turning on the left hand, you can see a sign to the farm in the form of an ostrich, then you need to follow towards the mountains for 850 meters to a T-junction, where you need to turn right. After turning 1.5 km, you should go straight, and on the right hand you will see a farm, where a blue sign in the form of an arch with the inscription “PARQUE TEMATICO” is located above the entrance.
Siam Park Siam Park is a grandiose water park built in Thai style, one of the three best water parks in Europe. Here is the world’s largest dragon statue (which is part of one of the water attractions) and a pool with the highest artificial waves in the world, reaching three meters in height. There are many exciting water rides on the territory of the park, one of the largest and most frightening is the Tower of Power slide, comparable in height to a ten-story building. Another feature of this slide is that part of it is located in an underwater glass tube surrounded by a pool with sharks. However, in Siam Park you can find more peaceful entertainment, such as a large beautiful pool with a sandy beach or a long artificial river that runs through the entire water park. Entrance to large extreme slides has age restrictions, and a special children’s town The Lost City has been built for the youngest visitors to the park. The park also has several cafes and restaurants, and at the entrance there is a pool with cute sea lions and a gift shop. It is important to keep in mind that there is a special double ticket on sale – Twin Ticket – giving the right to visit both Siam Park and Loro Park and allowing you to save a little. Siam Park is located in the south of the island in the city of Costa Adeje. You can get to the park by car along the TF-1 motorway, leaving it at the sign Salida 29, San Eugenio, Parque Aquatico. At the exit from the interchange, you need to turn into the first turn to the right. There is also a free shuttle bus to Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos.
Aqualand Aqualand is the second water park on the island of Tenerife, located in Costa Adeje next to its rival Siam Park. The main advantage of Aqualand is a large number of attractions for young children: for kids of three to five years old, there are more attractions here than in Siam Park. Once a day, a very interesting dolphin show is also held here, after which, for a fee, you can take a picture with a dolphin and even swim or participate in some kind of trick. It is possible to purchase a double ticket for Aqualand and Eagle Park, which will provide a small discount. Discount promotions are also periodically held on the website of the water park. Getting to Aqualand by car is as follows: first get off the TF-1 motorway at the sign Salida 29, San Eugenio, Parque Aquatico. Then from the roundabout you should go to the third exit on the right and then follow 900 m along Av. Austria to the water park parking.
Pueblo Chico Pueblo Chico is a miniature park showing all the main attractions of Tenerife in 1:25 scale. Here you can see the miniature concert hall of the island’s capital, Santa Cruz, the dragon tree from Icod de los Vinos, the Teide volcano itself, and many other natural and architectural monuments of the island. Pueblo Chico also recreates small scenes from the life of the ancient inhabitants of Tenerife – the Guanches, which allows you to learn more about the history of the island. You can come to Pueblo Chico after seeing the main sights of Tenerife to see them as if from a height, or vice versa – at the very beginning of your travels, in order to decide which places and buildings to see in the original size. Pueblo Chico is in close proximity to Puerto de la Cruz and La Orotava. The park can be reached by car by getting off the TF-5 motorway at exit 35, then exit the roundabout at signs for Cruz Martilos, Pueblo Chico.
Shopping
Tenerife is a truly great shopping destination.
First, it is worth noting that Tenerife, like all the islands of the archipelago, is included in a special duty-free zone, there is no import tax and a low VAT rate. That is why prices for many non-food products here are significantly lower than in mainland Spain, most EU countries, and even more so than in Russia.
A significant difference is felt when comparing prices for clothing, leather goods, perfumes, and quality alcohol, which is often sold at a price lower than at the Duty Free airport.
To buy clothes, shoes and perfumes, it is best to go to the capital of the island – the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, located in the north. There are several large shopping centers here, and first of all, it is worth visiting “El Corte Ingles” (“El Corte Ingles”) where the best stores of clothing, shoes, accessories, jewelry, various appliances, as well as goods for children are located on seven floors . Finding “El Corte Ingles” is very easy – this is a building opposite the bus station of the city, on Calle Fomento (Calle Fomento).
The second largest shopping center in the capital is “Meridian” (“Meridiano”), there are also many clothing and footwear stores. The building of this shopping center is located at the intersection of avenues Avenida Manuel Hermoso Rojas (Av. Manuel Hermoso Rojas) and Avenida La Saye (Av. La Salle).
In addition, you should definitely pay attention to the pedestrian street Calle El Pilar (Calle El Pilar), where most of the city’s shops are concentrated.
Clothing and footwear shops can also be visited in the south of the island, for example, in Las Americas (Las Americas) there are also several shopping centers, such as:
Grand Sur, Gran Sur Calle Lisboa, 2, Adeje
“Centro Comercial Placa del Duque”, Av. Jardines del Duque, Adeje
“Parque Santiago Tres” (“Parque Santiago III”) and “Park Santiago Cuatro” (“Parque Santiago IV”), Avda. Litoral, s/n, Playa de las Americas
There are several food chains in Spain. The most famous is Mercadona (“Mercadona”). Here you can buy everything you need: fresh seafood, household goods and essential goods. Mercadona in Las Americas is located in the San Eugenio area in the shopping center of the same name (Avenida de Los Pueblos, 20). There is this supermarket in the shopping center “Gran Sur” (Urbanizacion Fanabe, Calle Lisboa).
Another interesting shopping opportunity in Tenerife is the local markets. In the markets, you can mainly buy fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as a variety of products from local artisans.
For example, in the north in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, you can visit the African market (Mercado de Nuestra Senora de Africa), built in the 40s of the twentieth century in the colonial style. The market is open in the morning, and you can buy a variety of island farm products, including a wide variety of fruits, even exotic ones such as dragon’s eye, mango or local cactus fruits.
The African Market Building is located at Avenida San Sebastián, 51, Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
It should be noted that most of the island’s markets, unlike the African ones, do not have a special building and work in each city only once or twice a week, most often in the first half of the day.
Tenerife market times are as follows:
Costa Adeje Market Days: Thursday and Saturday Hours: 9 am to 2 pm Location: Av. Jardines del Duque opposite Plaza del Duque shopping center
Los Cristianos Market Days: Sunday
Hours: from 9 to 14 Location: Av. Maritima next to the Arona Grand Hotel
El Medano Market Days: Saturday Hours: from 9 to 14 Location: Caye Hermano Pedro ) on the central square
Golf del Sur Market Days: Friday Hours: from 9 am to 14 pm Location: Av. De Atlántico, next to the hotels Agua Marina, Albatros and Santa Bárbara
Evening market Isidro
3 days: Friday hours: from 17 to 21 location: Plisa de la Iglesia (pl. De la iglesia)
Evening market Los Abrigos hours: Tuesday0443 from 17 to 21 location: next to the circular traffic
2 Alcala market days: Monday hours: from 9 to 14 Location: near the port of the city
2 San Juan days: days: days: Wednesday and Sunday Hours: from 9 to 14 Location: on the main road Adeje-Los Gigantes (Сarretera Adeje – Los Gigantes)
It is also important to pay attention to the opening hours of shops in Tenerife. There are no 24-hour department stores on the island, large stores usually work from 9up to 21, occasionally – up to 22 hours. Smaller shops close in the middle of the day for a siesta, which usually lasts from 2 to 5 pm.
Tenerife usually buys cigars, honey rum, palm honey, local wine, Canarian spices, goat cheese, ceramics and embroidery as souvenirs.
Beaches
The beaches of Tenerife are considered to be some of the best in Spain. Most of them have been awarded Blue Flags , which indicates their exceptional cleanliness, natural beauty, environmental friendliness and safety, as well as a high level of service for vacationers.
In addition, there is a beach recognized by UNESCO as the heritage of all mankind – this is the black pearl of the island Playa de la Arena (Playa de la Arena).
Most of the island’s beaches are covered with unique black and gray sands of volcanic origin. All beaches of Tenerife are municipal, the entrance to them is free, as elsewhere in Spain. Here you need to pay only for the use of umbrellas and sunbeds, as well as for the rental of special equipment. Lifeguards are on duty at all official beaches. So, what are the most beautiful and popular beaches of the island?
Las Americas (Las Americas) and Costa Adeje (Costa Adeje)
Playa La Pinta) and Playa Fañabé (Playa Fañabé). Playa del Duque (Playa del Duque) is recognized as the best beach in Las Americas. The beach is attractive for its imported white sand, beautiful landscape design, as well as the close proximity of shopping centers, luxury boutiques and one of the best hotels in the world – Bahia del Duque. Playa del Camison (Playa del Camison) lined with beautiful palm trees and well protected from the waves, it is also well suited for families with children. Playa La Pinta (Playa La Pinta) is located near the marina of Puerto Colon (Puerto Colon), here you can go on a boat trip or fishing, and for children there are a lot of slides and all kinds of attractions. There are practically no waves on this beach and the water warms up well. Playa Fanabe (Playa Fañabé) is the largest beach in the resort with a length of about a kilometer. The beach is notable for its location (there are a large number of good hotels nearby) and an extremely developed infrastructure. Nearby there are several excellent restaurants and bars, and on Playa Fanaba itself you can ride on water skis or parasail.
Los Cristianos
Playa de las Vistas (Playa de las Vistas) is a large beach in Los Cristianos adjacent to Las Americas. There is a good gentle entrance to the water and there is even a wave-powered fountain. In addition, the waterfront is full of restaurants and small shops.
El Médano
Playa de Leocadio Machado (Playa de Leocadio Machado) is one of the most popular kitesurfer beaches in the south. There are ideal natural conditions for practicing this sport and there are several kite stations offering equipment rental and instruction for beginners. Playa de la Tejita (Playa de la Tejita) is located near the town of El Medano, and this is the longest natural beach of the entire island, its length is more than a kilometer. It is quite uncrowded and calm, and besides, it offers a wonderful view of Mount Montaňa Roja. Part of the beach adjacent to the mountain is nudist.
Puerto de Santiago (Puerto-de-Santiago)
Playa de la Arena (Playa de la Arena) is recognized as the best beach on the island and one of the best on the planet. This beach is characterized by natural beauty, as well as an extremely rich shade of black volcanic sand. In addition, there are many dolphins and whales nearby, which additionally testifies to the unique purity of the water area.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Playa de las Teresitas (Playa de las Teresitas) is one of the most beautiful beaches in Tenerife, located in the north near the capital of the island of Santa Cruz. The length of the beach is almost one and a half kilometers, and its width reaches one hundred meters; in addition, the water temperature in the beach area is always higher than on the nearest coast due to a specially built dam that protects the beach from waves and currents. The light golden sand of Playa de las Teresitas is of artificial origin: it was brought from the Sahara in 1973; at the same time, Canarian palm trees were planted along the coastline. The beauty of the beach is complemented by a breathtaking view of the Anaga mountain range.
Puerto de la Cruz
Lago Martianez (Lago Martianez) is a complex of artificial lakes created in Puerto de la Cruz. The fact is that the natural beaches of the city are rocky and dangerous with rather high waves, so huge pools filled with sea water were designed here for swimming. The area of the largest of them is 15,000 square meters. All artificial lakes are decorated with small islands of volcanic lava and fountains.
The largest and oldest national park in the Canary Islands and home to Spain’s highest peak—Mount Teide—Teide National Park (Parque Nacional del Teide) is one of the top attractions on Tenerife. The rugged landscape of the park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is magnificent—a geological wonder featuring an expanse of rugged lava fields, ancient calderas, and volcanic peaks.More
Masca Valley
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Characterized by rugged cliffs, forested trails, and waterfalls, the wild landscapes of the Masca Valley are among Tenerife’s most beautiful. The remote gorge offers a thrilling backdrop for a hike—the trail winds down through the gorge and finishes at a black-sand beach.More
Timanfaya National Park (Parque Nacional de Timanfaya)
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Spanning 20 square miles (51 square km) of southern Lanzarote, Timanfaya National Park (Parque Nacional de Timanfaya) is a unique and eerie landscape of dormant volcanoes and lava fields. Visitors flock to the park from nearby beach towns to explore the otherworldly terrain that looks more like the moon than the Canary Islands.More
Lobos Island
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Lobos Island (Wolf Island) is named after the “sea wolves” (monk seals) that used to live here. Now a protected nature reserve, the small, rocky island is home to wildlife—from birds to sharks—beaches, hiking paths, a visitor center, and, at the northern tip, the lonely Punta Martiño Lighthouse.More
Papagayo Beach (Playa de Papagayo)
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One of a string of sandy beaches and bays lining Lanzarote’s southern coast, Papagayo Beach (Playa de Papagayo) lies within the Monumento Natural de Los Ajaches Park and is one of the island’s most beautiful beaches. Visit the horseshoe-shaped bay cocooned between sea cliffs and blessed with swaths of pale gold sand for a relaxing day on the beach.More
Vilaflor
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Perched on a rocky plateau at 1,400m, Vilaflor is Tenerife’s highest village and it’s a scenic spot, encircled by pine-covered mountains, rugged lava plains and fields of wildflowers. Located in the foothills of the Teide National Park, Vilaflor makes a popular starting point for hiking and climbing treks, as well as being famed for its local wineries and vineyards.Regional highlights include the Paisaje Lunar (lunar landscape), an unearthly lava valley, where unusual rock formations have been sculpted out of striking white tuff. Nearby, the mineral springs of Fuente Altam, the Sanctuary of the Santo Hermano Pedro and El Pino Gordo (the Fat Pine), the largest tree in the Canary Islands, are also worth a visit.More
La Orotava Valley
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Some of Tenerife’s most scenic landscapes can be found along La Orotava Valley. Stretching from the Teide Volcano, this picturesque region is dotted with vineyards, banana plantations, and pine-clad mountains popular for hiking. The historic town of La Orotava serves as a base for adventure in the valley.More
Roque Nublo
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Roque Nublo (Cloud Rock is a lofty, 262-foot (80-meter rock formation that was formed millions of years ago during a volcanic eruption. Located in Nublo Rural Park (Parque Rural del Nublo, the landmark is the island’s second-highest peak after Pico de la Nieves.More
Mt. Teide (El Teide)
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At 12,198 feet (3,718 meters) above sea level, Mt. Teide (El Teide) is the highest point in the Canary Islands and all of Spain. The towering peak in Tenerife allows visitors to stand atop a volcano and look out over nearby islands including La Palma and Gran Canaria—if the clouds cooperate—whether they get there on foot or by cable car.More
Bandama Caldera (Caldera de Bandama)
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Rising nearly 2,000 feet above sea level, the Bandama Calera is a crater left behind after a major volcanic eruption on Gran Canaria over 5,000 years ago. You can hike at its base, around its rim, or down into the caldera itself to enjoy the impressive natural scenery. Viewpoints, caves, and ponds are all points of interest on its various trails. The lands are part of the Bandama Natural Monument and Tafira Protected Landscape.Because of the rich volcanic soil here, there is rich wildlife and plant life the call the caldera home. Walking around the area feels almost otherworldly. From its lowest point, you are surrounded by the crater walls extending up from its floor. Its highest point Pico de Bandama reaches 569 feet up in the air. The Pico de Bandama peak and its observation center are also worth a visit.More
Los Roques de García
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A cluster of uniquely shaped rocks lying in the shadows of the notoriously volatile Teide volcano, Los Roques de García are among the top attractions of Tenerife’s UNESCO-listed Teide National Park. Formed by years of ancient volcanic activity, the pyroclastic rocks are best known for their impressive stature and peculiar shapes, some appearing to defy gravity and others taking on an otherworldly presence. The most famous rocks include the ‘Roque Cinchado’, known as ‘God’s Finger’, now one of Tenerife’s most iconic landmarks, and the imposing La Catedral, the tallest at 200-meters high and a popular challenge for climbers. Each rock has its own unique moniker, including ‘El Queso’, ‘Roques Blancos’ and ‘Torrotito’, and the best way to enjoy the views is hiking the circular trail around the valley, which takes around 2 hours.More
Jameos del Agua
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Jameos del Agua occupies a series of lava caves on Lanzarote’s northeastern coast. The masterwork of local artist and architect César Manrique, the underground complex—a bar, restaurant, nightclub, and swimming pool—makes innovative use of the natural volcanic landscape, formed by the eruption of the La Corona volcano 4,000 years ago.More
La Geria
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Famed for its rugged volcanic landscapes and sweet Malvasia grapes, La Geria is Lanzarote’s flagship wine region. Wine lovers come not only to sample the distinctive wines but to explore the unusual vineyards, where the vines are grown in volcanic rock pits dug into the black sand.More
Los Hervideros
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Ranking among Lanzarote’s most unusual geological attractions, Los Hervidores is an extraordinary collage of rocks, caves, and lava tubes that loom over the island’s west coast. Formed during the 18th-century eruptions of the Timanfaya volcanoes, the dramatic coastline was created when hot lava met with cold water.More
Corralejo Dunes National Park (Parque Natural de Corralejo)
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The Canary Islands sit just 70 miles (113 kilometers) off the coast of western Africa. But the 6,425 acres (2,600 hectares) of rolling sand dunes within Fuerteventura’s Corralejo Dunes National Park (Parque Natural de Corralejo) might have you thinking you’re visiting the African continent as opposed to a beach-filled archipelago. More
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Playa de Cofete
This is the main beach in far-flung Cofete, near the southern tip of the island and the main draw on the island for many. It’s huge, quite beautiful and entirely undeveloped, with fine honey-coloured sand and a rumbling backdrop of relentless Atlantic rollers and the turquoise ocean. Think twice about swimming here: the waves and currents are more formidable than the generally calmer waters on the other side of the island. If you know what you’re doing and have your own gear, it’s a good spot for surfers.
Top ChoiceSights in Cofete
Villa Winter
This impressive structure, with its castle-like turret, was built by German engineer Gustav Winter in the 1930s. Rumours linking Winter to the Nazi party have never been confirmed, but conspiracy theories regarding Villa Winter abound. You can drive your car up to the mansion and then walk the last 100m or so. A caretaker lives here and for a small tip he may show you around the house, though when we last visited there was just a donation box left out at the entrance.
Top ChoiceSights in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Catedral de Santa Ana & Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro
The spiritual heart of the city, this brooding, grey cathedral was begun in the early 15th century, soon after the Spanish conquest, but took 350 years to complete. The neoclassical facade contrasts with the sunlight-through-stained-glass-dappled interior, which is a fine example of what some art historians have named Atlantic Gothic, with lofty columns that seem to mimic the palm trees outside. You can also admire several paintings by Juan de Miranda, the Canary Islands’ most-respected 18th-century artist.
Top ChoiceSights in Central La Palma
Parque Nacional de la Caldera de Taburiente
Declared a national park in 1954, this beautiful park is at the heart of La Palma, both geographically and symbolically. Extending across 46.9 sq km, the park encompasses thick Canary pine forests, a wealth of freshwater springs and streams, waterfalls, impressive rock formations and many kilometres of hiking trails. Although you can reach a few miradors by car, you’ll need to explore on foot to really experience the park at its best.
Top ChoiceSights in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Tenerife Espacio de las Artes (TEA)
The highlights of this dramatic contemporary building are the architecture, its three galleries and the stunning library downstairs. The galleries display temporary exhibitions of art, photography and installation works, including the creative output of up-and-coming Spanish artists reflecting edgy, contemporary themes. The building was designed by the Swiss architects and Pritzker Prize Laureates Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron, famed for their innovative construction, with a prestigious portfolio that includes London’s Tate Modern.
Top ChoiceSights in Fuencaliente
Volcán San Antonio Visitor Centre & Volcán San Antonio
The visitor centre is your first stop if you want to explore the volcanoes. Displays are well-captioned and informative, but the layout is not very imaginative and rather dated. It’s far more interesting to head out and walk along a section of the rim of Volcán San Antonio, a yawning chasm of this great black cone, which last blew in 1949 and has now been repopulated by hardy Canarian pines. The crater is also a superb stargazing viewpoint.
Top ChoiceSights in Maspalomas
Dunas de Maspalomas
These fabulous dunes cover 400 hectares and were designated a nature reserve in the 1990s, ensuring that the rapidly multiplying hotels would never encroach on their golden grains. The best view of the dunes is from the bottom of Avenida Tirajana: stroll through the arches of the Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas to the balcony, which is surrounded by a botanical garden displaying shrubs and plants native to the Canaries. There’s a small information office here too (open 10am to 1pm Monday to Friday).
Sights in Parque Nacional del Teide
Pico Viejo
Calling this mountain ‘Old Peak’ is something of a slight misnomer considering it was actually the last of Tenerife’s volcanoes to have erupted on a grand scale. In 1798 its southwestern flank tore open, leaving a 700m gash. Today you can clearly see where fragments of magma shot over 1km into the air and fell pell-mell, while torrents of lava gushed from a secondary, lower wound to congeal on the slopes.
Top ChoiceSights in La Oliva
Casa de los Coroneles
This 18th-century building has been beautifully restored, retaining its traditional central patio and wooden galleries, while other buildings on the estate have collapsed around it. The ground floor houses an exhibition on women and agriculture, while upstairs you’ll find exhibits on the history of the building itself and the island. Don’t miss the simple and very small chapel with its original tiled floor and minute cross above the door. In the distance, the volcano-shaped mountain is a sublime spectacle.
Top ChoiceSights in Parque Nacional de Garajonay
Parque Nacional de Garajonay
La Gomera’s prime attraction, the magical, often-misty Parque Nacional de Garajonay extends across 40 sq km of dense, primeval laurisilva forest at the heart of the island, where warm breezes collide with Atlantic trade winds. A national park since 1981 and a Unesco World Heritage Site since 1986, this mountainscape carpeted much of the Mediterranean millions of years ago (surviving here because the last Ice Age didn’t reach the Canary Islands), and provides outstanding hiking opportunities.
Top ChoiceSights in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Auditorio de Tenerife
This magnificent, soaring white wave of an auditorium was designed by the internationally renowned Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, and delivers shades of the Sydney Opera House, plus superb acoustics. Guided 45-minute tours (€7.50; reserved in advance by telephone) in English, German or Spanish take you behind the scenes of the remarkable building.
Top ChoiceSights in Puerto de la Cruz
Jardín Botánico
Established in 1788, this magnificent botanical garden has thousands of plant varieties from all over the world and is a delightful place to while away an afternoon smelling the roses. As well as the major collections of tropical and subtropical plants, there’s a wide variety of palms, a fragrant herb garden and a giant 200-year-old Australian Moreton Bay fig.
Top ChoiceSights in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Biblioteca Municipal Central de Santa Cruz de Tenerife
This library downstairs at TEA is a design classic, a vast open-plan room with overhanging globular lights, copious natural light, angular lines and a sharp contemporary feel, all fashioned with a sense of uncluttered space that all libraries should emulate. If you’re footsore, there are quiet cubicles (and sofas outside) where you can sit, read or have a snooze, and books and magazines for browsing, including some in English. A kids’ library is downstairs
Top ChoiceSights in Teror
Museum of the Basílica Nuestra Señora del Pino
Don’t miss this museum (also called the ‘treasure house’), accessed upstairs from the rear of the basilica, where you can get a real close-up view of the Virgin and see the armfuls of unusual items gifted by the devout. There’s also a room displaying the outfits she’s worn through the ages (a new dress is premiered each year during the fiesta held in her honour) – however, the standout image is of the Virgin herself, with child, set upon a brilliantly burnished silver throne.
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15 Best things to do and places to visit in the Canary Islands
What are the must-see places in the Canary Islands?
The Canary Islands are one of the most visited destinations in Spain and they are comprised of 7 main islands: Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro.
What to do in the Canary Islands – Best Points of interest
1. Enjoy the most beautiful beaches in the Canary Islands
2. Siam Park, the best waterpark in the Canaries
3. Maspalomas dunes in Gran Canaria
4. Garajonay National Park – La Gomera
5. Visit the world-famous Loro Park – Tenerife
6. Explore Teide National Park – Tenerife’s symbol
7. Jameos del Agua – Lanzarote
8. Corralejo Dunes and Corralejo Grandes Playas – Fuerteventura
9. Short hike to Roque Nuble – Gran Canaria
10. Visit Masca, one of the most charming villages in the Canary Islands
11. Relax for a day at Playa de Amadores – Gran Canaria
12. Visit Timanfaya National Park, one of the main attractions in Lanzarote
13. Discover the amazing beaches in Jandia, Fuerteventura
14. Caldera de Taburiente National Park – La Palma
15. El Hierro, a tiny remote island in the Atlantic
Each island has its charm and it deserves a separate holiday, so if you’re not decided where to go, we have made a list of what you can see in the Canary Islands to help you decide.
1. Enjoy the most beautiful beaches in the Canary Islands
Playa Las Teresitas in Tenerife
The islands all have amazing beaches, from Cofete in Fuerteventura, to Papagayo beaches in Lanzarote or Playa Las Teresitas in Tenerife.
If you want to know more, read all about the best beaches in Tenerife, best beaches in Lanzarote, or the ones in Fuerteventura.
2. Siam Park, the best waterpark in the Canaries
Wave Palace at Siam Park
If you’re into water parks, then Siam Park (located in Tenerife) is the only one that matters.
It was voted as the best waterpark in the world 2 years in a row by Tripadvisor users and in our opinion, it is the best water park in Spain.
It is definitely worth a visit for the thrilling rides and amazing gardens. During the summer months and school holidays, it can get very crowded and the queues are long, so it’s better to buy a fast pass. Siam Park is truly a great experience and day out while in Tenerife and you should absolutely go there for a fun day.
BOOK ONLINETenerife: Siam Park Tickets
Full-day entrance ticket to Siam Park
Experience the biggest man-made wave in the world
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
3. Maspalomas dunes in Gran Canaria
The fantastic Maspalomas Dunes in the south of Gran Canaria
One of the places in the Canary Islands that you should not miss is located in Gran Canaria and it’s a magical place with sand dunes that will charm you right away.
You can spend an entire day exploring the dunes and walking along Maspalomas beach or watching the sunset from Maspalomas Lighthouse.
The mirador besides Santa Monica Suites is also a popular place to watch the sunset, as the dunes are a popular spot to watch the sunset in Gran Canaria.
The sunbeds are also back on Maspalomas beach but beware that you can only pay by card, so if you want to spend the day soaking in the sun there make sure you have a card with you.
4. Garajonay National Park – La Gomera
The park is the symbol of La Gomera, which is the closest island to Tenerife (see more info in our article about the location of the Canary Islands). Walking in these forests is very easy and be prepared for some enchanting spots, almost too picture-perfect. Although there are lots of hikes and treks that you can do while in La Gomera, nothing beats Garajonay National Park as the best place to visit in La Gomera.
If you are on holiday in Tenerife you can visit La Gomera on a day trip, to see the islands’ highlights.
BOOK ONLINEFrom South Tenerife: La Gomera Island Tour
Pickup from the south of Tenerife
Transfers & ferry (with live tour guide)
Lunch at Mirador Abrante
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before activity starts
5. Visit the world-famous Loro Park – Tenerife
Located in the city of Puerto de la Cruz, in the north of Tenerife, Loro Parque needs no introduction, as it’s probably the island’s most popular attraction and also the no 1 zoo in the world according to Tripadvisor (in 2017 and 2018).
We visited Loro Park twice and it’s a nice day out for both kids and adults, with lots of things to learn about the animal species inside the park. There are also several shows included in the ticket price, which you can attend while you’re there.
BOOK ONLINELoro Parque Skip-The-Line Ticket
Tenerife’s world-famous animal adventure park
One of the top attractions in the Canary Islands
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
6. Explore Teide National Park – Tenerife’s symbol
View of Mount Teide, Tenerife
Mount Teide is the symbol of Tenerife and our top recommendation for things to do in Tenerife. Even if you’re not a hiker and you don’t want to go up to the summit, you should still do a day tour through the park to learn more about the island’s volcanic history. Mount Teide is one of the most important attractions in the Canary Islands and the highest peak in Spain.
The park is also Spain’s most visited National Park and it is (still) free to visit, so you shouldn’t miss the opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful places in the Canary Islands.
BOOK ONLINEMount Teide: Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Includes transport from the North and South of the island
Official guide
Includes Teide cable car ticket
Discover the most visited National Park in Spain
7. Jameos del Agua – Lanzarote
Jameos del Agua, a must see in the Canary Islands, on the island of Lanzarote
Jameos del Agua is a unique place in Lanzarote, where you get to see an underground lake with white crabs and an auditorium built inside a volcanic cave. Sounds interesting and intriguing, right?
You can even go to Jameos del Agua in the evening for a special dinner and a concert if you really want to enjoy a unique experience.
Very close to Jameos del Agua you can also visit Cueva de Los Verdes, another interesting spot in Lanzarote and the two places can be visited in the same day as part of a day trip.
BOOK ONLINEVolcanoes and Caves: Full-Day Tour of Lanzarote
Duration 9 – 10 hours
Includes entrance to Timanfaya National Park & Jameos del Agua
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before activity starts
8.
Corralejo Dunes and Corralejo Grandes Playas – Fuerteventura
Corralejo Grandes Playas
Corralejo Dunes are situated in the north of Fuerteventura and they are one of the main attractions on the island. With fine and almost white sand, the dunes are visited by people all over the island and the beach provides a beautiful view towards the small island of Los Lobos. Don’t miss out on at least a day of explore the beautiful beaches, especially Flag beach.
9. Short hike to Roque Nuble – Gran Canaria
A must-see place in the Canary Islands – Roque Nublo, one of the symbols of Gran Canaria
Roque Nuble is an emblematic spot in Gran Canaria, a large volcanic rock, representing the third-highest spot on the island.
The hike to reach Roque Nublo is relatively short and easy, while finding parking might prove to be the most difficult step.
On clear days you get fantastic views which include Roque Bentaiga, the surrounding valleys and mountains of Gran Canaria, as well as even Mount Teide in Tenerife, which looks especially majestic during the winter months when its peak is covered in snow.
10. Visit Masca, one of the most charming villages in the Canary Islands
One of our top places to visit in the Canary Islands is hidden in the mountains of Tenerife: the tiny village of Masca
Masca is a small village almost hidden inland in Tenerife. Despite its location, the village is now pretty popular and it does get busy and crowded especially during school holidays. The drive is also a bit challenging, so if you think it’s not for you, look for a tour or take the bus, but don’t miss the chance to see this place.
11. Relax for a day at Playa de Amadores – Gran Canaria
Amadores Beach
If you’re in Gran Canaria for a family holiday, then this is the best beach for you. Or at least this is what we personally think about this place, that it’s perfect for families with children. That’s why this beach with crystal clear waters is also included on our list of what to do in Gran Canaria for a great holiday.
12. Visit Timanfaya National Park, one of the main attractions in Lanzarote
Timanfaya National Park is one of the top places to visit in the Canary Islands
Timanfaya is one of the most important points of interest in the Canary Islands and a visit to Lanzarote would not be complete without taking the bus tour through the volcanic park. The tour lasts for around 45 – 60 minutes and afterward you can enjoy a meal in the restaurant located inside the park where they cook the chicken using the heat coming from inside the volcano.
The archipelago is full of fascinating landscapes and views and we will soon add more places to see in the Canary Islands and more things to do. Meanwhile you can browse our list of recommendations for the best beaches in the Canary Islands.
13. Discover the amazing beaches in Jandia, Fuerteventura
Some of the best beaches in the Canary Islands are located in Fuerteventura
The southern part of Fuerteventura is famous for its amazing beaches, with endless miles of fine sand and views that are to die for.
No matter where you are staying in Fuerteventura, don’t miss a trip to see Playa de Cofete. It’s best to hire a car and explore on your own, so this way you will be able to make your own program and spend however much time at each beach. Playa Barca (part of Sotavento beach) is A MUST, but go there when the tide is low in order to see the massive tidal lagoon that forms on the beach.
14. Caldera de Taburiente National Park – La Palma
If you’re going to La Palma, don’t miss a trip to Caldera de Taburiente National Park. Watch the sea of clouds and get fascinated by the amazing view from the top. There are many hiking trails also in La Palma, so it’s a great place to visit if you are after an active holiday.
15. El Hierro, a tiny remote island in the Atlantic
If you are looking for a different kind of holiday, away from the world while still in a safe location, then you must visit El Hierro. This tiny island is connected to Tenerife by a ferry that runs once a day (except Saturdays).
There is no way to compare El Hierro to Tenerife, Gran Canaria, or the other popular places in the Canary Islands.
Visiting El Hierro is probably one of the most unique things to do in the Canary Islands, as the island only receives around 20,000 visitors per year. This means that here you won’t find crowded places or busy clubs like on Veronica’s Strip. So if you want to recharge your batteries while exploring a small and volcanic island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, look no further than El Hierro.
Best Things to Do in Canary Islands: Beaches, Hiking, Activities, More
The stunning Canary Islands are home to beautiful beaches and volcanic landscapes.
The dramatic scenery presents incredible things to do, from hiking to stargazing, surfing, and more.
Visit Insider’s hub for travel guides, tips, and recommendations.
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It was love at first sight when I came to the Canary Islands 15 years ago.
I was awestruck by the golden, savage sands of Fuerteventura’s Cofete Beach and felt transported to another world while hiking through La Gomera’s wooded canopy trails.
Even with dozens of visits under my belt, I keep returning. In my opinion, nowhere else comes close to the majesty of the Canaries.
Mostly because there are just so many incredible things to do, whether I want to spend my vacation wine tasting in volcanic vineyards, snorkeling the clear waters of El Hierro’s marine reserve, or relaxing on a beach and watching my child play in the warm, inviting sands of Gran Canaria’s tranquil beach coves.
With so many islands, landscapes, and attractions, it may be difficult to decide exactly which to visit. Here’s a quick primer on what to expect on each of the seven main islands:
Tenerife and Gran Canaria are the largest islands, with many activities beyond beaches. These islands are where you’ll find the most activity options, both local and tourist-catered.
Fuerteventura is all about white-sand beaches.
Lanzarote is known for its wineries and cultural activities.
The smaller islands of La Gomera, La Palma, and El Hierro are where to go for a remote escape. They boast magnificent natural wonders like untamed laurel forests, rushing waterfalls, marine reserves, and secluded black-sand beach coves, but not much else in the way of amenities.
Based on more than a decade of visits, here’s my go-to guide on the best things to do on each island.
The best things to do on Tenerife
The family-owned winery was established in 1750.
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Savor a wine tasting
Each time I travel to Tenerife, I always squeeze in a stop at my preferred winery, Bodegas Monje. I recommend starting with a guided visit to learn about the history and wine-making methods of this island and particular winery, a family-owned spot that dates back to 1750.
Then, stay and taste some of its best-known blends, like my personal favorite, the salty Hollera red made from the listán negro grapes. I think Bodegas Monje has one of the most beautiful outdoor spaces on the island for watching the sunset — the expansive view of the vines, clouds, and sea is unbeatable.
Teide volcano’s summit is the highest point in Spain.
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Ride the cable car to the top of Spain’s highest volcano
Taking the cable car to the top of the Teide Volcano, Spain’s highest peak, is a must for first-time visitors. The cable cars offer views of the volcano as you fly high above the clouds, and I think the drive to the base of the volcano where you pick up the cable car is just as mesmerizing, amid a landscape of red rocks and craters. Bring layers to wear as it’s much chillier at the top, even when it’s swimming weather back down at sea level.
Anaga Rural Park has a variety of scenic forest hikes that range from easy to difficult,
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Head into the forest for a lush hike
For forest hikes ranging from easy to difficult, visit Anaga Rural Park, which takes me back to the summer I spent in Costa Rica, complete with tropical mist and jungle canopied paths. The park has many trails that pass through high peaks, sweeping green ravines, rocky paths, and panoramic viewpoints. My favorite thing about hiking here is the intermittent majestic sea views observed among all the other grand scenery.
Teresitas Beach is one of the few white-sand beaches near Tenerife’s capital.
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Sunbathe on the best beaches in Tenerife
Beach enthusiasts have their pick on Tenerife of exotic black-sand beaches with roaring ocean waves or golden coves made for relaxing.
Up north, Teresitas Beach is where the locals hang out, as it’s one of the few white-sand beaches near the capital. Tourists often skip this beach because the north of the island can be cloudy and cooler. But if weather permits on a coveted sunny day, the sands of Teresitas practically glow in the sunlight.
El Duque and Las Vistas beaches in the south are favorites for the amenities available, such as beach chairs, restrooms, water sports, and nearby restaurants and bars — and most important, practically guaranteed sunshine.
Surfers should head to the windy El Médano Beach, lined with surf schools and board rentals. I usually park myself on Medano’s sands to admire the jaw-dropping tricks the kitesurfers perform as they glide over the crashing waves.
My favorite beach is Los Guíos, which sits below the illustrious Gigantes Cliffs. Sitting in the shadow of these colossal rocky precipices as imposing ocean waves crash against the black-sand beach makes for an experience unlike any other.
Another standout black-sand beach is El Bollullo in the north, with its inky sands and volcanic stones alongside tube-like waves that are ideal for bodyboarding.
The best things to do on Gran Canaria
The clifftop path is lined with tropical flowers with a scenic view of the sea.
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Take a stroll along a cliffside path and visit a peaceful beach cove
Gran Canaria is another one of the larger Canary Islands with lots to do and see, especially around its capital of Las Palmas. Though the capital features a beautiful stretch of white-sand beaches, the most inviting ones, in my opinion, are in the south of the island.
I love taking my little one to beach coves like Puerto Rico and Amadores, both of which have crystalline sands and low tides that are perfect for children. The cliffside paved path lined with tropical flowers complete with sea views makes for an idyllic stroll, especially once the heat of the day subsides and the sun begins to set.
The hilly Maspalomas Dunes are a 1,000-acre natural reserve made up of soft mountains created from fine sand.
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Explore Sahara-style sand dunes
One of my most memorable activities on the island was when I played explorer at the Maspalomas Dunes, a 1,000-acre natural reserve made up of soft mountains created from fine sand. The hilly dunes actually made me feel as if I were frolicking in the Sahara — until I spotted the deep blue sea at the base of the sands. Just go before the sun gets too hot so you don’t burn your feet.
The volcanic crag Roque Nublo is the third highest point on Gran Canaria.
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Trek a massive crag
My top hiking spot on Gran Canaria is around Roque Nublo, a craggy rock that juts straight up the top of a mountain. Though it’s not the highest point, it is one of the most iconic spots on the island, and the view from the top is astounding, as the rock overlooks mountains in the distance.
From the parking area at Degollada de la Goleta, take a fairly easy, 30-minute walk to the rock, or there are plenty of longer trails where trekkers can hike the rock’s surrounding summits. Dress warmly, as it’s much cooler at the higher elevation, and bring sunblock.
The best things to do on Lanzarote
The César Manrique Foundation was built upon volcanic tunnels and caves, with a cave and a pool built into the volcanic rock.
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Admire spaces designed by the famous Canarian architect and artist, César Manrique
To add culture to your beach vacation, opt for Lanzarote, where you may view the art and architecture on display at the César Manrique Foundation, which is the artist’s former home that’s now a museum.
The space is unlike any other, built upon volcanic tunnels and caves. Manrique used the island’s natural environment to enhance his art, with a cave and a pool built into the volcanic rock. I enjoy puttering around the cactus garden, which is another space where Manrique seamlessly blends the island’s flora with his noteworthy architecture.
Timanfaya offers a guided tour of its 25 active volcanoes spread over an area of more than 12,000 acres.
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Experience more than 25 volcanic craters in one natural park
A trip to the Timanfaya National Park helps visitors understand that the heart of the Canary Islands is volcanic. The rugged, crater-pocked landscape of this park is a magical mix of colors and textures that seem to ebb and flow for miles on end. I’ve always felt it’s worth getting a guided tour so you can understand more about the history of the islands and all of their volcanic activity — there are more than 25 volcanoes in the park.
La Geria is one of the oldest wineries on Lanzarote.
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Tour volcanic vineyards
Another, more epicurean volcanic experience is visiting the many vineyards around the island. My top pick is La Geria, one of the island’s oldest wineries. A tasting and tour costs 10 euros a person and takes you through the grapevines, which are planted in holes dug into volcanic ash and ensconced in volcanic stone to protect them from the elements. It’s one of the most novel wineries I’ve ever been to.
But my favorite part is the tasting, where I can sip a glass of white wine from the malvasía grape in the outdoor tasting area, which overlooks this very different kind of vineyard amid the volcanoes beyond.
The isolated Papagayo Beach is located in a natural reserve between two large cliffs.
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Visit Lanzarote’s most exotic beach
When it comes to Lanzarote’s beaches, I recommend the wild Papagayo Beach, located in a natural reserve between two large cliffs. It’s one of the most isolated, remote beaches on the island.
Although it costs 3 euros a car to enter the protected space, lounging on the blustery golden sands and dipping my toes into the emerald waters makes the small fee worth it. The rest of the island’s beaches are easier to reach (and free) but don’t have the deserted, pristine ambiance that Papagayo does.
The best things to do on Fuerteventura
El Cotillo has white sands with numerous dark volcanic stones dotted throughout the beach and its waters.
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Relax on Fuerteventura’s white and golden sand beaches
Fuerteventura is the island for anyone who loves the beach. You’ll find mostly white-sand beaches on this island, and honestly, there isn’t much else to do, as the island isn’t as developed as the larger islands. But I love visiting Fuerteventura as a self-defined beach bum, and even more so during a cold European winter when I really need to sit in the sun and recharge my batteries.
It’s one of the windier Canary Islands (its name, Fuerteventura, literally translates to “strong gusts”), especially in the summer months, so if you’re not a fan of a breezier beach experience, this island is not for you. But this is also one of the reasons it’s so popular among surfers.
My favorite beach in the north is El Cotillo.
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Fuerteventura is extremely long, so pick the south, north, or middle and hang out within that area so you don’t spend hours in your rental car each day. My favorite beach in the north is El Cotillo with some of the finest white sands in all of Europe, in my opinion. It’s juxtaposed with dark volcanic stones dotted throughout the beach and its waters.
People converge to Corralejo’s Flag Beach whose gust winds are well-suited to kitesurfing.
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Nearby, the beach town of Corralejo has plenty of sand and sea, and just outside town kitesurfers flock to the gusty Flag Beach.
Sotavento Beach has lagoons that come and go based on the tides.
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Costa Calma and Sotavento beaches in the middle of the island are quite interesting with lagoons that come and go based on the tides. These sands are great for families. I love to explore with my toddler, who enjoys waddling through the shallow waters to spot tiny fish and crabs.
There’s only one small surf school along these beaches, Ion, which in addition to the regular kitesurf, surf, and windsurf rentals and classes offers lessons for kids, as well as wingsurf options, where you use a handheld wing to catch the wind and ride the waves.
At the southern tip of the island, the beaches of Jandia, such as Morro Jable, are large and beautiful. Exceptionally long and wide, no matter how many crowds come, I always feel as if the beach is empty and spacious. I also love to jog or power walk the path that runs along these beaches.
Cofete Beach’s sandy golden coastline is backed by red and brown volcanoes.
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Go off-roading to discover Fuerteventura’s wildest, volcano-backed beach
For me, it’s not a trip to Fuerteventura without visiting Cofete Beach, one of the most far-flung, natural beaches on all of the Canary Islands. It takes about 30 minutes of off-road driving to get there, but once you spot these desolate, exotic sands backed by red and brown volcanoes, you’ll never want to leave.
Just bring everything you need such as food, water, and sunblock because there are no bars or shops in this remote area. If you don’t have a 4×4 rental car, plan to drive slowly until you reach the beach — I don’t mind leisurely cruising along so I can simultaneously admire the landscape, which feels a bit as if I’m on Mars.
Betancuria is a tiny village dating back to the early 1400s.
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Wander the former capital of Fuerteventura
If the weather is cool or cloudy, an alternative to the beach is in Betancuria, a tiny, whitewashed village that dates back to the early 1400s and was the capital of the island through 1834. Make sure to stop into the Santa María church, wander the cobblestone village streets, and dine at one of the town’s local eateries. Nearby, there are many hiking trails in the surrounding Betancuria Rural Park.
The best things to do on La Gomera
Garajonay National Park offers hiking in extremely varied landscapes and microclimates.
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Hike a prized national forest and beyond
La Gomera is an island for nature buffs or anyone who loves to hike. My favorite is its laurel tree forest, Garajonay National Park, which feels fairy-tale-like with all kinds of plants, rushing waterfalls, and rocky mountain peaks.
What I find most special about hikes on La Gomera are the dramatically diverse landscapes and microclimates. A trek may start off in a valley weaving toward rocky, jagged peaks, heading through seaside paths and passing over verdant trees and plants. Then, you’ll spot desert rocks along dusty trails and cacti, steep ravines, and banana plantations — all in one hike.
Mirador Abrante offers breathtaking viewpoints of La Gomera in its transparent glass overhang.
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See things from a different view(point)
La Gomera has many viewpoints, or miradores, along its hiking trails to admire the scenery. My favorite is Mirador Abrante, where you can soak in views or have a drink or snack at the on-site restaurant. I find the views even more breathtaking than some of the other miradores on the island thanks to its transparent glass overhang, which offers stunning panoramas of the lush greenery, reddish rocks, and sea below.
The Los Órganos boat tour offers great views of the the rock monument.
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View a one-of-a-kind natural monument from the ocean
When I tire of hikes, I like to take a boat tour to see the rock monument and geological wonder, Los Órganos. Its dripping volcanic tubes carved out by the tide resemble the pipes of an organ. This abruptly steep basalt cliff measures more than 600 feet wide and towers more than 200 feet over the foaming waves.
It’s impossible to arrive by car or on foot, so a boat tour is the only way to see this special sight. Just be aware when the sea in this area is extra angry, tour operators might reschedule for another day if they deem ocean conditions unsafe.
The best things to do on La Palma
Taburiente offers volcanic hikes amidst foliage and waterfalls.
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Take a volcanic hike
From dramatic cliffs that dangle over glittering black sands amid massive crashing waves, the beauty of La Palma is unparalleled, hence its nickname, La Isla Bonita, which means beautiful island.
One of my favorite treks is the official Volcano Route, which includes 13 miles of trails that run through volcanoes, mountains, and cliffs. A high level of difficulty is required, so only attempt this if you’re an experienced hiker.
More volcanic hikes can be done at Taburiente National Park. The lower, volcanic crater portion of the park is covered with foliage and waterfalls. As you ascend, the summits offer exceptional views. I like to drive up to one of my preferred viewpoints here, Cumbrecita. From there, I have my pick of easy, medium, or difficult walking and hiking trails, depending on my mood and energy level.
The Roque de Los Muchachos Observatory houses the largest optical-infrared telescope in the world.
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Gaze upon the dazzling night sky
The island is particularly incredible for stargazing as its deemed an official starlight reserve. I’m not typically into astrotourism, but I was mesmerized by the velvety, star-covered expanse. Official stargazing points are located around the island, but one of the best places to view the evening stars is the Roque de Los Muchachos Observatory.
Perched on the edge of Taburiente National Park, the observatory sits high above the sea, complete with the largest optical-infrared telescope in the world, along with 20 other telescopes. That said, just looking up at night from pretty much anywhere affords incredible starry scenery.
Do note that La Palma suffered a volcanic explosion in late 2021, which has since been declared officially over, and shouldn’t affect your travel plans to the island. Just avoid the Cumbre Vieja volcano, as there may still be some damage from ash in the immediate area.
Visit the best beach on La Palma
Many of the island’s beaches aren’t for sunbathing or swimming – it’s best to simply discover, admire, and explore. One of my top beaches on the island is Nogales. The trek down from the parking lot takes only about 10 minutes, but it’s steep. Once below, the vast black-sand beach is backed by large, moss-covered cliffs and the deep-blue color of the ocean.
The best things to do on El Hierro
At El Charco Natural Pool, the white, foamy Atlantic waves collide with the rock cave and spill over into the pool’s shining emerald green and turquoise waters.
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Swim in natural pools
The smallest of the seven main Canary Islands, El Hierro also sits the farthest west. The island, named a World Biosphere Reserve and Geopark, is known for being exceptionally eco-friendly thanks to its dedication to running on renewable energy.
My visits to El Hierro always start with a dive into El Charco Natural Pool, where blue waters lapping volcanic rock rival the cenotes found in Mexico’s Riviera Maya.
Though there are a few other natural pools on the island, the juxtaposition of this pool’s color is what really sets this one apart — the white, foamy Atlantic waves collide with the rock cave and spill over into the pool’s shining emerald green and turquoise waters that give it that extra wow factor.
Las Playas’s Bonanza Rock is a stone monument in the ocean that is said to vaguely resemble the shape of the island.
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Admire and photograph natural monuments
I like to snap every angle possible of Las Playas Natural Monument, a giant natural amphitheater carved out by the sea. Its focal point, Bonanza Rock, is a stone monument that rises from the ocean and is said to vaguely mimic the shape of the island. Depending on the time of day you visit, the ever-changing sun and cloud position over the bay make for truly memorable photos.
Playa Tacoron cove’s calm waters are ideal for families with small children.
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See the red sands on El Hierro
Though the island’s beaches aren’t popular for sunbathing, Playa Tacoron is worth a visit, as its dark reddish sands and rocks look almost pink or orange depending on the light — even beige, brown, or black sometimes. The protected cove’s waters are calm, ideal for families with small children. Both my toddler and I love to dip our toes in the soft, lapping waves.
The waters of La Restinga Marine Reserve spans almost 2,000 square feet of ocean.
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Dive, swim, and snorkel at the island’s marine reserve
El Hierro is one of the best Canary Islands for snorkelers and divers who want to view marine life including various shark, turtle, and manta ray species. The best place to do so is in La Restinga Marine Reserve, which spans almost 2,000 square feet of ocean space.
I find diving in these waters to be particularly special thanks to the underwater caves, tunnels, and drops in the reserve, with dense coral and sea plants. My preferred spot for a dive in the reserve is El Bajón thanks to its abundance of underwater creatures — I’ve seen barracudas and turtles there, among other marine life.
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Best Places To Visit In The Canary Islands
I am so happy that you landed in this article because you are about to discover how amazing these eight islands are, called “The Canary Islands.” Let me give you an overview of each one, but you can go into each of them in detail on the menu of my website or go in for a virtual tour here.
As you may know, the Canary Islands are part of Spain; they are closer to Africa than Europe. Fuerteventura is the closest island to Africa and lies only 160 km from Morocco’s northwest coast, which is close enough to allow its beaches to be made out of blowing Sahara sand.
Although Spanish is the official language of these islands, tourists might be surprised to discover a distinct Canarian culture and character different from Spain’s mainland because of the South American influence. Don’t expect to find flamenco dancers and bullfights; they have a completely different culture here.
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You will find many tourists, particularly in Gran Canaria and Tenerife, who will most likely enjoy the famous beaches. The islands are ideal for any season since they are located where the sub-tropical zone meets the tropical climatic zones. This weather gives them an almost perfect climate of perpetual springtime with temperatures that varies very few degrees throughout each year.
British and northern European sunseekers have enjoyed the Canaries for many years. English is spoken in almost all restaurants, hotels, and shops. There are many things to do on these eight islands now since the island of La Graciosa has been added to the archipelago. You can find everything from hiking trails and water sports to modern art to charming colonial towns.
Each island is unique, but they all share their volcanic origins, creating some of the most beautiful natural attractions. There are four main islands: Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Fuerteventura, and Lanzarote. Two of these national parks contain fascinating volcanic features. Three UNESCO World Heritage Sites are located on the islands.
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What To See & What To Do In The Canary Islands
The Island of TENERIFE
Santa Cruz de Tenerife – Tenerife
Tenerife is known as the island with a thousand experiences. You can do a lot in Tenerife, due to its mild climate and wide range of activities.
The Tenerife Island is located off the coast of West Africa. Spain’s Canary Islands are without doubt the warmest place in Europe during the winter months. With 935,000 people and millions of tourists each year. Spanish is the official language. However, many speak English. Spain Currency is Euro. The climate is Tropical, desertic, with a few microclimates.
You can spend a day on the beach or walk one of the trails through the dense forests. You will find impressive volcanoes, stunning ravines, and otherworldly landscapes. Enjoy a relaxing evening looking at the stars with good company, or making your dream of seeing dolphins or whales in the wild come true.
You can also find beautiful historical quarters in Tenerife that are still of artistic value. There are museums, charming villages, and other places where you can chat with locals.
Perhaps you are feeling like playing sports. Many courses on the island allow you to play almost any sport, even those related to golf and the sea. For those who want to feel more intense emotions, the island’s fun parks are a great place to go. Children will have unforgettable memories of their holiday. There’s always something new and exciting to do each day.
Tenerife is a great place to relax and unwind. It is a well-known tourist destination with a wide range of accommodations, including the most luxurious and modest options. You can also relax in the company of all the amenities.
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Teide National Park in Tenerife
Teide National Park in Tenerife at 3,718m in height, Teide is the third-highest volcano in the world. It towers over Tenerife, which is the most well-known of the Canary Islands. The entire mountain is part of Teide National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A visit inside the crater will be a highlight on a trip to the Canary Islands.
“Teide National Park in Tenerife at 3,718m in height, Teide is the third-highest volcano in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site“
Teide – Tenerife – Canary Islands
The caldera, or crater floor, is located within the crater’s outer rim. It measures 19 km in diameter. Driving across this barren moonscape feels like you are driving into the middle of the earth. The crater is the remnants of a larger mountain, which blew it’s top three million years ago and collapsed into itself. It left behind walls that rose 457m above the crater floor in some places
Stargazing at Mt. Tiede The volcano and its huge caldera are the main tourist attractions on the island, but Tiede National Park has another attraction after dark. The Starlight Foundation has designated it a “Starlight Destination” in recognition of its exceptional stargazing.
See The Most Amazing Constellations From Tenerife’s Mountains
Due to low levels of light pollution, trade winds, and the location close to the Equator, you can see all constellations in the Northern Hemisphere and most of those in the Southern Hemisphere. Only 83 of the 88 constellations are officially recognized and can be seen from Tiede. Stargazing is a popular activity in Tenerife at night.
Meteor showers are some of the most amazing stellar phenomena. The Perseids in August are well-known, but smaller ones can be seen throughout the year. Night Sky Observation in Tenerife is a great way to observe the stars, planets, and other celestial phenomena. You can stargaze with a professional telescope, with an expert guide who will explain the wonders that the night sky has to offer.
El Portillo Visitor Center – Start Here
El Portillo Visitor Center makes a great place to begin. It has an excellent museum with interactive exhibits that explain how volcanoes are formed and explore the crater’s surroundings. A path leads to the botanic garden. Here, labels help visitors identify and recognize native plants that they might see within the park.
The “Teleferico” Cable Car Up Teide’s Cone
Teide Teleferico – Tenerife – Canary Islands
The Teleferico Cable Car up Teide’s cone – This volcanic peak was formed over the massive crater by the original mountain top that fell off.
The cable car view is spectacular, but it cannot compare to the experience of walking across the crater floor and seeing the various remnants of volcanic activity: lava fields, lava boulders, lava dunes, and red, yellow, and black volcanic stones. English signs are posted at different points to describe the fauna and landscape. Walking trails lead to the top highlights.
The Best Beaches in Tenerife
The Tenerife Beaches are similar to Gran Canaria’s beaches and lie along the sunny south coast. The Playa de Las Vistas, a family-oriented beach, is one of the most popular and has many hotels, restaurants, and other sports options. You will find the more upscale areas around Playa del Duque on the Costa Adeje to the west
You’ll find luxury spas, shopping, golf, windsurfing, and jet skiing at the latter. Puerto de Santiago and Los Gigantes are the last two beaches on this stretch of beaches. They are located in a stunning location beneath the soaring cliffs.
The entire coast east of Los Cristianos, up to El Medano, is covered by smaller beaches with darker sand. El Medano, a world-class surf beach, is too windy to enjoy comfortable sunbathing and swimming. Further west is the Playa Santiago and Playa de la Arena. They are protected by rocky heads and located below a lush forest.
Tenerife’s Luxury Resorts
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Adeje is a luxurious resort with luxury spas, shopping, golf, windsurfing, and jet skiing. Playa de las Teresitas is the ideal beach for families, located just outside Santa Cruz. The beach’s golden sands are imported from North Africa and are protected by artificial coral barriers. This makes it ideal for swimmers and children, as well as the gentle slope.
There are many options available. You can choose from catamarans and sleek sailboats to luxury yachts. You’ll be accompanied on the Tenerife Whale and Dolphin Cruise departing from Los Cristianos by trained crew members who can help you identify and spot the marine life. Also, you’ll get different views of Mt Tiede as well as the coastline.
Tenerife’s pilot whale On boat excursions departing from different harbours, you can see whales and witness pods of dolphins swarming. A lot of cruises include a stop in a quiet bay to snorkel or swim.There are also tours for kayakers and divers for those who want to get closer to nature.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife’s capital, is lively and charming. It boasts many outstanding architectural landmarks. The Auditorio de Tenerife is a Spanish-designed opera house and concert hall that overlooks the ocean.
Tenerife’s Concert Hall & Museums
The Tenerife’s concert hall is home to world-class performers, conductors, orchestras, and other musicians. Santa Cruz also has many cultural highlights, such as the Museum of Fine Arts. Here you will find works by Flemish, Spanish and Canarian painters.
The Museum of Nature and Man is a fascinating place where you can learn more about Tenerife’s indigenous people before European settlers arrived. It also has information about the volcanic history of Tenerife. The lively Mercado Nuestra Senora de Africa, located close to the museum, is a great place to shop for local crafts. Santa Cruz is the place to shop for Tenerife’s best products. It also hosts the Canaries’ most celebrated event, the Carnival. This Carnival features extravagant costumes, parades, and shows.
Tenerife’s Wildlife Park
Tenerife’s wildlife park is located just outside Puerto de la Cruz, Loro Park in Tenerife. It is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the Canary Islands. The park combines high conservation standards with entertainment. It has one of the largest collections of parrots in the world, a large dolphinarium, and an enormous aquarium with an underwater tunnel that allows you to walk while sharks and other marine creatures swim overhead.
Tenerife’s wildlife park – Tenerife – Canary Islands
The park is home to a bat cave, a gorilla forest, a large penguin habitat, and many other exotic animals such as tigers, crocodiles, and lions. Is located in: Calle San Felipe, Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife San Cristobal de la Laguna, Tenerife is a must visit!
Tenerife’s Charming Towns & Churches
San Cristobal de la Laguna. This charming colonial town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its outstanding cultural heritage. San Cristobal de la Laguna is known as La Laguna in Spanish. It was once the capital of all the Canary Islands. This charming historic town is home to many architectural treasures such as its impressive cathedral, Renaissance and Neoclassical churches, and the magnificent mansions that wealthy families built in the 17th and18th centuries.
“San Cristobal de la Laguna is known as La Laguna in Spanish. It was once the capital of all the Canary Islands”
The Iglesia Nuestra La Concepcion is the town’s parish church. It was built in 1496. The sanctuary is unadorned and features Mudejar coffering. Another important church is the 17th-century Iglesia Santo Domingo, with Plateresque details on its facade and a Mudejar ceiling with intricate designs. The interior is decorated with paintings by Cristobal Hernandez de Quintana, a Canary Island artist.
Iglesia Nuestra La Concepcion – Tenerife – Canary Islands
The History and Anthropology Museum is a great place to get a historical overview of the area. It’s located in Casa de Lecaro and dates back to 1593.
La Orotava. This colonial town is located in a picturesque valley of banana plantations and designated a National Historic-Artistic Site. Many of the historic homes are elegant and have wooden balconies that are ornately carved.
Casas de Los Balcones is one of the most unique architectural gems. It was built in the 1630s to be a residence for a wealthy colonial family. It is now a museum and gallery that exhibits traditional Canarian needlework and crafts. Step inside the patio, which is filled with plants, to admire the interior balconies. The Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción, a 16th-century Baroque Church, has two remarkable bell towers.
Hijuela del Botanico, a beautifully landscaped garden with over 3,000 rare tropical plants, is set in lawns with decorative swimming pools. Puerto de la Cruz is a nearby botanical garden. It was once part of La Orotava and is known for its fishing. The boats that bring in daily catch are still used to make Puerto de la Cruz’s gardens. The Jardin Beach was designed by Cesar Manrique, an artist, sculptor, and architect from Lanzarote.
The Island ofGRAN CANARIA
Gran Canaria Island, the third largest Canary Island, is one of Spain’s most popular tourist destinations. The island is home to approximately 1 million people. Its capital is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which has a population of 543 824.
The Best Things to Do in Gran Canaria
San Juan Bautista Church – Arucas – Gran Canaria
The Church of San Juan Bautista, located in Arucas, is one of the most famous Catholic Temples (or Cathedrals) on the island. Arucas is also home to various beautiful little restaurants, such as Gourie 3, which offer the best desserts in town.
The Town of Teror, a charming town in Gran Canaria. Take the time to explore the cobbled streets and admire the colorful houses in the northern part of the island of Gran Canaria situated in the mountains. September 8 is the local festivity celebrating Virgen del Pino patron of the Gran Canaria.
Teror has a well preserved old town centre, which is under monument protection. There is a basilica, the quiet Virgin of the Pine Square in front of it, and neatly fronted buildings along the picturesque Calle Real de la Plaza street.
“After a shepherds witnessed a Marian apparition nearby on 8 September 1481, Teror became the most important pilgrimage destination of the Canary Islands, and, as a result, rather prosperous town”
Roque Nublo’s Most Dramatic Natural Rock Formation
Roque Nublo – Gran Canaria – Canary Islands
Climb Roque Nublo. This dramatic natural formation is known as Cloud Rock and can be translated as “Cloud Rock.” It’s located in the middle of the island. This impressive icon is worth the trip, standing at approximately 80m high. If you want to reach the top, make sure to follow other people, take a guide or an experienced hiker.
This Natural Monument is one of the most representatives icons from the Canary Islands and, of course, from Gran Canaria . It is located in the municipality of Tejeda and it is one of the highest points of the island with 1.813 meters high above sea level. Moreover, the Roque Nublo and its surroundings were declared Special Natural Area in 1987.
“Roque Nublo one of the most dramatic natural formation and one of the highest point of the island with 1.813 meters high were declared Special Natural Area in 1987″
At the Nublo and its surroundings you can take incredible pictures. You can see from the top of the trail La Culata and Ayacata villages, the Chira dam and the beloved peak Teide, the highest mountain of Spain ( Tenerife ). If you want an epic picture, the spot which you can see below is getting famous. If you are afraid of heights and you are a bit clumsy, we do not recommend it, since it is quite dangerous to get there.
South of Gran Canaria Island – The Largest Beach
Maspalomas Dunes – Gran Canaria
There are beautiful beaches of golden sand along the south coast of Gran Canaria. Sunseekers can find six main beach resorts between Playa de San Agustin and Playa del Ingles to the west and Puerto de Mogan to the east. Maspalomas is the largest beach on the island. It’s famous for its bright umbrella-painted sands. There are also many shops, restaurants, cafes, and shops along the promenade. This is one of the island’s most lively beaches, at any hour of day or night.
“Maspalomas is the largest beach on the island. It’s famous for its bright umbrella-painted sands and most lively beaches, at any hour of day or nigh”
One end of the reserve is home to huge Maspalomas dunes that stretch in layers towards the sea. Wind-rifled sand mountains rise above the beaches. Dunes up to 12 meters high are continually carved by wind and sea. While you can walk for hours admiring their beauty, it is more fun to ride a camel through the dunescape on a dromedary.
The clear, warm waters make diving popular along this coast. Arinaga, north of Playa de San Agustin, has been designated an underwater park. You’ll find many other watersports here, such as sailing and windsurfing, at Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Historical Legacy
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a sun-drenched beach town, has a fascinating historical legacy from the Spanish colonial period. It dates back to the 15th century. Spain’s first colonial foothold westward toward the New World, this city was established in 1478.
Colorful Houses in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – Gran Canaria
The 16th-century Cathedral Santa Ana features a Gothic interior with unusually shaped columns. The Diocesan Museum houses a rich collection including religious art, gold, silverwork, and a rich collection in the south wing. The Museum of the Canary Islands has interesting ethnographic and archaeological collections that reveal the island’s pre-Hispanic culture.
“Casa de Colon, a 15-century Spanish colonial home, was Columbus’s first residence. It was also where he stayed while he traveled to the New World. The museum has exhibits that detail Columbus’ explorations. This house features beautiful examples of Canarian architecture with lovely wooden balconies and patios and a massive doorway”
Casa de Colon – Las Palmas – Gran Canaria
“Casa de Colon, In Las Palmas, was Columbus’s first residence. It was also where he stayed while he traveled to the New World”
Nestor Martin-Fernandez De la Torre’s art is on display at the Nestor Museum. He is one of the most famous Spanish Symbolist painters. His paintings include portraits and landscapes. The museum also displays his sketches, drawings, and craftwork. The Nestor Museum is part of the Pueblo Canario; a Canaries Village built in a “neo Canarias” ideal.
Las Canteras Beach – Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is home to several beautiful beaches. Playa Las Canteras is one of them. It has a sandy beach and gentle waters due to the natural breakwater made from volcanic rock. A portion of the beach can be used for scuba diving. La Playa Jinamar has a small beach and moderate waves.
The Island of FUERTEVENTURA
The island’s name is a compound word formed by the Spanish words for “strong” (Fuerte) and “winds” (Ventura).
Playa El Cotillo – Fuerteventura
Fuerteventura has Kilometres of heavenly white or golden sand beaches with turquoise waters. This is the perfect snapshot for anyone who loves feeling the sun, the sea breeze, and taking revitalizing swims in calm, transparent waters. You don’t have to go far to make this dream image a reality any day of the year. It’s right here, in Fuerteventura, to enjoy intensely and without hurrying, just a few hours away from the main European cities.
‘Wind and wave’ sportspeople from around the world appreciate the excellence of this island for surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing because of its extraordinary climate, long days, sun every day of the year, perfect wind and wave conditions, full range of services, and facilities… Everything a sportsperson of any level could possibly need.
And if we get tired of enjoying relaxing days at the beach, which is unlikely , Fuerteventura, one of the Canary Islands biosphere reserves, also has other unforgettable things to do.
“The island’s name is a compound word formed by the Spanish words for “strong” (Fuerte) and “winds” (Ventura)”
Explore the austere landscapes inland and be amazed by the beauty of its rolling hills; stop in villages where time moves at a different pace and discover the island’s history; visit small, picturesque coastal towns where we can enjoy delicious fresh fish and other delicacies of local cuisine, such as the prestigious cheeses, which have a designation of origin, are internationally renowned and have received countless awards.
Fuerteventura Beaches – Canary Islands
There are miles of beaches on Fuerteventura that are nearly empty. Even those with well-developed tourism infrastructures, there are still many uncrowded. Surfers love the northern beaches, which are windy and have heavy surf.
The Port Fishing of Corralejo
Corralejo is a fishing port located on the north coast. It has a surfing school, rentals, and strong watersports culture. Playa el Pozo has moderate waves, safe swimming waters, and various kiosks rent water sports equipment, sun umbrellas, and beach chairs. There are also many other options along Corralejo’s almost 16 km of sandy shore.
Fuerteventura’s reputation as a paradise for beach-lovers is due to Playa Sotavento. It runs along the entire south coast, just at the tip of Fuerteventura. Nearly 30 km of golden sand are available to you, surrounded by turquoise waters. Tourists flock to these uncrowded beaches because of the many amenities available in towns and tourist enclaves.
El Cotillo is located in the island’s northwest corner if you want a relaxing day on the beach. You can relax on the beach, or you can board and ride the waves.
This must be one of Europe’s coolest kite festivals! Every year, hundreds of kites take to the skies from Fuerteventura’s dunes.
Two kings overlook the stunning mountains of Fuerteventura. If you stay up until 1 a.m. You can count the stars and capture the Milky Way high up.
You can also take a look at how to use the camera settings at the Morro Velosa Statues. It is stunning.
The Island of LANZAROTE
Sendero La Geria, Lanzarote
Lanzarote, an island that is different from the rest, is known for its volcanoes and lava fields. It also has rocks with amazing shapes with black and red in colors. This contrasts well with the whitewashed houses and deep blue sea. The Canary Islands’ eastern most region features beautiful mountains, golden sand beaches, lush palm groves, and silence.
“Lanzarote is the eastern most region of the Canary Islands, featuring beautiful mountains, golden sand beaches, lush palm groves, and silence”
There are many tourist resorts on this island that offer live entertainment and quiet little villages. In the charming inland villages, you will find boutique hotels, bungalows, and rural homes alongside the large hotels and resorts along the coast. A full range of top-quality hotels guarantees the best holiday experience in this extraordinary climate. This island is home to both professionals and amateurs in all sports.
Besides visiting the volcanic landscapes, we can also find perfect revitalization in Lanzarote, on its wonderful beaches, relaxing in the sunshine on white or golden sand, and cooling down in crystalline turquoise waters, many of the island’s beaches are ideal for families with small children since the beaches are protected from waves and currents, with natural pools that have formed in the shelter of lava flows that reached down as far as the sea after eruptions.
Bajo el risco de Famara – Lanzarote
Timanfaya National Park – Active Volcano
On the island of Lanzarote, you can find the Timanfaya National Park. Lanzarote’s volcanic history is much older than Tenerife’s. The explosive volcanic eruptions that covered most of the island with molten lava and volcanic ash occurred between 1730 and 1736. 11 villages were buried by the seven-year eruption that drove people from the island, previously known as the Garden of the Canaries.
“The explosive volcanic eruptions that covered most of the island with molten lava and volcanic ash occurred between 1730 and 1736”
After the eruptions had stopped, farmers returned to their land and discovered new ways to cultivate the ash-covered areas. The UNESCO-listed Timanfaya National Park protects some of the most spectacular volcanic landscapes, including a still-active volcano.
It is a sight to behold: vast areas of unexplored terrain, covered in layers of solidified lava and cracked by more molten rock that moves beneath them. You can see the whole park by visiting Islote de Hilario at the summit of a volcanic cone. Here park rangers will demonstrate the extreme heat below your feet. Dry brush is thrown into depression and ignites. Water poured down a pipe explodes in a boiling geyser.
Parque Nacional de Timanfaya – Lanzarote
You can also find other volcanic wonders near the site, such as a collapsed volcano that formed a cove home to semi-precious stones, sea caves made by volcanic tubes, and red dunes of volcanic ash.
Lanzarote’s “Cueva De Los Verdes”
Cueva de Los Verdes. This seven-kilometer-long volcanic tube runs from La Coruna mountain to sea. It is one of the most visited things to do in Lanzarote. These tubes formed from lava flows that had cooled to the surface and then hardened beneath them. The hollow tube was formed when the subterranean lava flowed into the ocean.
You can explore the cave’s two-kilometer section in its original condition. The only things that have been modified are walkways and lights. The Jameo is a way to enter the caves. It’s a hole made by the collapse of a thin section of the lava tube’s roof. Some chambers can reach up to nine to twelve meters high. The walls are made from compounds like iron oxide and calcium carbonate. They can be red, orange, or black.
The biggest tourist town on Lanzarote is the lively Puerto del Carmen, surrounded by more than six kilometers of sandy beaches with calm waters. Although the old fishing village is now a popular tourist destination, many restaurants and hotels are still available.
Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen will delight those who visit during the first two weeks in August. The Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen, a religious festival that honors the patron saint in the fishing village, is decorated with colorful bunting. A traditional procession of decorated boats celebrates the occasion. The statue of the Virgen del Carmen is on one of the boats, and other fishing boats follow the parade in a twilight maritime parade.
“The Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen, a religious festival that honors the patron saint in the fishing village, is decorated with colorful bunting”
La Palma, is another island part of the archipelago of the Canary Islands. Its called the ‘Isla Bonita” If La Palma were a color, it’d be green in all its shades. The green of the Canary Islands pines and the distinctive laurisilva species have made their home on the ‘Isla Bonita. Some forests line the sides of steep ravines, which we can explore by following a network of trails.
Santa Cruz De La Palma Seaside Town
Island of La Palma – Canary Islands
Santa Cruz de la Palma. This charming seaside town is the best preserved in the Canaries. It still retains the favorable position in the 1500s when it was one of the three Spanish ports that allowed trade with the New World. You can stroll along the cobbled Calle O’Daley and see the beautiful homes of wealthy merchants. Also, you will be able to appreciate the town’s prosperity in the 17th-18th centuries.
“Santa Cruz de La Palma was one of the three Spanish ports that allowed trade with the New World. You will be able to appreciate the town’s prosperity in the 17th-18th centuries”
The beautiful 16th-century Iglesia del Salvador features a beautiful Mudejar roof and a painted altarpiece. Built-in 1569 as the cardinal’s palace. It has a stunning Renaissance arcade and a carved ceiling. Quinquennial Fiestas are held every five years to honor the island’s patron saint, the Virgin de Las Nieves. These festivities continue the same traditions that the townspeople have been enjoying since 1680.
Caldera de Taburiente National Park
Caldera de Taburiente National Park in La Palma. Also known as Isla Bonita, La Palma is one of the greenest Canary Islands. La Palma is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Its landscape includes pristine forests, sheer cliffs, and a black-sand beach. Caldera de Taburiente National Park is one of its protected areas. Here volcanic peaks reach 2,400m, and lava flows descend to sea level.
“La Caldera de Taburiente National Park is one of its protected areas and also La Palma is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve“
La Caldera de Taburiente, one of the Canary Islands’ most beautiful natural areas, is La Palma’s greatest jewel. It is a breathtaking experience to look out from one of the scenic viewpoints.
The park is not just for viewing but also to experience its beauty. It is best to explore it by walking along its trails. All of our senses get activated as we stroll through dense Canary Island pine forests, listen to birds sing in the trees, and enjoy the unique smell of the species endemic to this archipelago.
It is not easy to reach the caldera’s interior on foot. However, the rewards are amazing as we find wonderful spots and then, in the end, cool off in the cool, clear water. You can get a sense of the enormity of this area by visiting the park’s summits, where the Roque de Los Muchachos Astrophysical Observatory stands. From there, you can look out at the vast caldera and feel like you are floating in thin air.
Caldera de Taburiente – La-Palma – Canary Islands
The park offers various wooded areas, including streams and waterfalls, for those looking for idyllic surroundings. Hidden among the steep hillsides are picturesque bays that you can find along the rugged coastline.
La Palma has many things to offer, including amazing hiking trails, beautiful beaches, and green nature.
The Island of LA GOMERA
Playa Las Vueltas – La Gomera
La Gomera is an island with ancient forests, breathtaking viewpoints, charming spots, and unique culture of the Canary Islands. It is volcanic in origin and approximately circular. It measures 22 km (14 miles) in diameter.
It is steeply sloping, mountainous, and very mountainous. The highest point, Alto de Garajonay, rises to 1,487m (4,879 feet). It is shaped somewhat like an orange, with deep ravines and barrancos.
Lush laurisilva and deep ravines with abrupt cliffs, magnificent rocks, valleys populated by leafy palm groves, and wild little beaches. These are the La Gomera landscapes.
Explore endless trails. There are more than 600 km of trails that allow us to explore the island on foot. This is the best way to see incredible spots like the Riachuelo de El Cedro in Garajonay National Park. Here, giant trees and ferns flourish in a lush, humid forest.
Parque Nacional de Garajonay
Garajonay Park – La Gomera – Canary Islands
Parque Nacional de Garajonay La Gomera La Gomera rises from the Atlantic, so building roads around its coast is impossible. The Garajonay National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and protects the island’s top half. A dense laurel forest covers seventy percent (about the same as those covered Europe during the Tertiary Period).
“The Garajonay National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and protects the island’s top half”
These lush, green forests house many species of plants and animals unique to the island. The island’s springs and streams are fed by mists and clouds that hover over the summits. It is steep, and the paths that lead through the misty, moss-draped forests offer breathtaking views. Christopher Columbus built his ships in San Sebastian, the island capital.
“Christopher Columbus built his ships in San Sebastian, the island capital”
Garajonay Park Panoramic View – La Gomera – Canary Islands
La Gomera is more than Garajonay. You will also find landscapes quite different from the lush forest on the island’s roads. Deep ravines that lead to the sea are a great example of this. Gomera farmers have meticulously cultivated the sides of these ravines. They create a stunning landscape of beautifully laid terraces. There is a wide variety of scenery, including leafy palm groves that cover much of the island’s terrain in green.
This extensive network of trails allows us to enjoy nature and the rural atmosphere of the island by slowly walking around the charming hamlets.
Because of its craggy terrain, many spots on La Gomera have become spectacular vantage points for breathtaking views. The amazing Lanzarote artist Cesar Manrique couldn’t help but show his immense talent in Palmarejo, a viewpoint that overlooks the island. The Valle Gran Rey is a stunning image that combines terraces with Canary Island pines and hamlets to create a breathtaking view of Gomera’s rural landscape. The ocean intense blue makes it a beautiful place to be in harmony with nature and humans.
Imagine floating in thin air. The Abrante viewpoint allows you to experience this feeling. It is possible because the glass floor extends out above the precipice like a cantilever. You will feel as though you are floating in thin air.
The view from the Morro de Agando vantage points is a must, as it offers a panoramic view of natural spaces of incredible value. The Roque de Agando is the dominant feature of all this beauty. It stands at more than 1,200m high and has been shaped by erosion over many millions of years.
Roque de Agando – La Gomera
“The Roque de Agando is the dominant feature of all this beauty. It stands at more than 1,200m high and has been shaped by erosion over many millions of years”
The monument to the ‘silbo Gomero’ whistling language is also found at the Igualero viewpoint. It offers spectacular views from the island’s highest peaks to the ocean. La Fortaleza is a large mass of rock with a flat roof and houses one of the most important archaeological sites in La Gomera.
Alto de Garajonay is the highest point on the island. From here, you can see the whole island, plus El Hierro, Tenerife, and La Palma. Gran Canaria can be seen in certain conditions.
The mountains are covered in a vast, intense green cover. It is a real spectacle for the senses, and its magic captures our attention. Also, the Cedro is located next to Garajonay National Park. Its houses, which are surrounded by primitive laurisilva, preserve traces of Canary Islands architecture.
The Island of EL HIERRO
The El Hierro island is located in the Canary Islands. It is home to approximately 30,000 people. La Lajas de Benidorm is the capital city. Other cities include San Andres del Guayabo in the north-east, Puerto de la Cruz in the south-west, Yeguada Grande in the east, and Cala Ratjos on the west.
The Island of El Hierro – Canary Islands El Hierro Island Image Gallery – Canary Islands
The stunning Charco Azul bathing pools are located on El Hierro, one of the less-known Canary Islands. This stunning volcanic formation and turquoise waters can be found in the valley of El Golfo. It is the perfect place to relax the day away. Bliss.
There are some amazing hiking trails in El Hierro, especially at dawn. You should follow the marked routes around the island. Do not be deceived by the wind! The sun is strong, so make sure to apply sunblock frequently and drink plenty of water. Nobody wants to be spotted on a hike looking like a raisin.
El Hierro is an Atlantic Ocean natural treasure. It is a perfect destination for nature lovers and explorers due to its unique landscape and remoteness. El Hierro is a place where you will encounter nature and culture, rather than mass tourism.
The landscape of El Hierro is varied. Lava formations and slag deserts are the main features of El Hierro’s south. You can see stone pine and laurel trees in the west. However, you will also find fruit plantations in the south and north. The island is surrounded by steep, rocky, and sloping coastlines that are only partially accessible.
Sendero El Cres – El Hierro
El Hierro is a stunning place with amazing scarps, natural forests and deep gorges. It also has unique bays. The UNESCO has not declared the island a biosphere preserve yet!
There are many natural attractions to be found here. The juniper grove El Sabinar can be found in the west part of the island. The dominant feature of the juniper grove El Sabinar is the tree tops that have been pressed against ground by strong winds and are still in place to this day. This grove, together with the fog from the weather, is El Hierro’s landmark.
There are also many observation points (miradores), which can be found on the island. From these, you can admire El Hierro’s landscape and nature. Mirador de La Pena is the most well-known. The Lagatario Museum is a unique attraction. It houses a rare Komodo dragon breeding station. These reptiles were thought to be extinct, but a hiker discovered them in 1970. They are now a protected species.
“The Komodo dragon reptiles were thought to be extinct, but a hiker discovered them in 1970. They are now a protected species”
Comodo Dragon – El Hierro – Canary Islands
Some of Europe’s best dive spots are hidden in the tranquil Mar de las Calmas marine reserves off El Hierro. Green Shark El Hierro Taxi Diver Arrecifal, a reputable outfitter, offers day and night trips as well as PADI, ESA, and SSI courses. Here you can spot manta rays and dolphins, turtles and whale sharks, as well rainbows of fish, coral, and other marine life.
The Island of LA GRACIOSA
La Graciosa island has many things to offer. This small island, located close to Lanzarote, became an independent island in 2018. It is now the eighth Canary Island. It is, however, still dependent on Lanzarote.
Caleta de Sebo – La Graciosa Island
“La Graciosa island became an independent island in 2018. It is now the eighth Canary Island“
This island is part of the Chinijo archipelago, volcanic in origin like all the Canary Islands. You’ll find beautiful landscapes and dream beaches here. These are the top places to visit on La Graciosa Island.
If you are planning to visit Lanzarote, I suggest you go to La Graciosa. It is one of the most beautiful Canary Islands to visit.
The Risco de Famara (the Famara Cliffs) is the most beautiful island in Chinijo Archipelago. Its golden beaches, its quiet houses, and the turquoise waters that lap its shores make your mouth water. This island is reserved for those who can appreciate its beauty, silence, beauty, and, of course, the sun. La Graciosa is the last place in Europe without asphalted roads. It is one of the most tranquil and peaceful Canary Islands.
Las Conchas – La Graciosa
“La Graciosa is the last place in Europe without asphalted roads. It is one of the most tranquil and peaceful Canary Islands”
While not a popular tourist destination, La Graciosa is a perfect island for those who want to forget their shoes. You should bring your swimsuit and a light sweater for the evening. You should bring high-factor suncream and a sun hat as it is not easy to find shade once you leave the Caleta del Sebo.
Graciosa Island, also known as “La Graciosa” in Spanish, is a volcanic island in Canary Islands, Spain. It’s located 2 kilometers aproximately north of Lanzarote Strait Of El Rio. The Canary hotspot formed it. It is located in the Chinijo Archipelago, as well as the Chinijo Archipelago Natural Park.
Plan your trip to La Graciosa Island. Here are ten things you can do, the best beaches and ferry from Lanzarote, as well as accommodation in La Graciosa.
Conclusion
The Canary Islands are spectacular and a popular tourist spot that offers many activities, including diving, snorkeling, golf, beautiful beaches, and many cultural activities such as opera and ballet.
A holiday package is an ideal way to make the most of your Canary Island vacations. There are many options available, and all offer great value. All aspects of holiday packages include everything, from airport transfers to hotel accommodation.
These packages include everything you need to make your Canary Islands holiday a memorable one. You can find amazing deals that will make your holiday a wonderful experience with a little research and planning.
Ready to come visits the Canary Islands? What would you like to do most? Please let me know below in the comments area. Enjoy the Journey!
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10 Best Experiences On The Canary Islands
The archipelago of the Canary Islands belongs to Spain and is situated in the Atlantic Ocean, 62 miles west of Morocco. The main islands are Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro. Although all are of volcanic origin, each island is very distinctive in its landscape and even its culture. The experiences that await are numerous and as diverse as the islands themselves, from stargazing and climbing volcanoes to sunbathing on white or black beaches, exploring caves, and an underwater museum. The Canary Islands also have a unique whistle language you can listen to, great wines and exquisite food, and distinctive local costume and dance.
This great variety is the reason why I visit the Canary Islands again and again, discovering something new and amazing on every trip. You’ll fall in love with the Canary islands at first glimpse and want to explore as much as possible, just like me.
To get you started, we have curated a list of the best experiences on each island.
1. Stargazing Under Europe’s Clearest Night Sky
The Canary Islands are blessed with some of the world’s clearest and darkest night sky views. This phenomenon has attracted scientists to the islands, establishing observatories and specialized telescopes on Tenerife, La Palma, and La Gomera. But, in recent years, a new form of leisure travel known as Astro Tourism has sprung up for enthusiastic amateurs. You can take a break from all these fantastic beaches and landscapes for an experience of a different kind: stargazing. At all the viewpoints, professionals will guide you and explain how and where to get the best views of the constellations.
La Gomera may be one of the smallest Canary Islands, but it offers a stargazing route beginning at Mirador Cesar Manrique, followed by Mirador El Santo, and leading to Mirador de Alojera. Watch the Milky Way as you have never seen it before.
La Palma features the world’s largest optical infrared telescope, which stands atop the Roque de los Muchachos mountain. Book in advance for a guided tour, and bring warm clothes. Due to the altitude, it’s pretty nippy at night, even in the summer.
Should you happen to holiday in Tenerife, you, too, are in luck for a great stargazing experience. At equally high altitude as La Palma’s Roque de los Muchachos, Teide National Park, a World Heritage Site, has observation platforms at Mount Izana and the top of the volcano itself.
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2. White Beaches Or Black Beaches: Where To Enjoy Both
Due to their location off the coast of Africa, the Canary Islands enjoy sunshine and a hot climate nearly all year long. And that’s one of the reasons why they are such a popular holiday destination for singles and families alike.
Because of their volcanic origins, you have a splendid choice of both white and black beaches. Don’t be put off; the black beaches aren’t dirty, the sand is as fine as that of the white ones — no rocks or pebbles — just a different color.
For white beaches with miles of dunes, head to Gran Canaria and the Maspalomas resort at the south of the island. The dunes are a protected area with a lighthouse at one end and plenty of watersport activities throughout.
The most famous black beaches are to be found in Tenerife and Lanzarote. There are about 10 black beaches in Tenerife to choose from, and each one is different from the next. My favorite is Los Gigantes because of the basalt rock formations that bookend the beach, resembling, well, yes, giants. It’s also a charming seaside town.
There are also the black beaches of Lanzarote, the fourth largest of the Canary Islands. There are four main black beaches, but they are mostly suitable for enjoying wild nature, not so much for swimming as it can get quite windy with higher waves than on the other islands.
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3. Explore Teide National Park
Tenerife’s top attraction is no doubt Teide National Park in the center of the island, where the volcano Pic de Teide rises up to a height of 12,200 feet. It’s an active volcano; the last eruption occurred in 1909. The national park, a World Heritage Site, is a vast area, so you are well-advised to plan a full day here. You will be awed by the basalt formations caused by ancient lava flows, making the whole area look like a moonscape.
You can visit on your own but might be best advised to go on a guided tour. If you are an experienced hiker and in good shape, you can climb the volcano making use of one of the access routes. A far easier and more comfortable way to the top is via the cable car. Be aware that because of the quick change in elevation, you may experience altitude sickness.
Enjoy the views, the wild landscape, the unique flora (Canary pines and junipers), and the thrill of walking on an active volcano.
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4. Be Enchanted By Orotava Valley
A very different nature experience is a trip to the fertile Orotava Valley on Tenerife. Its ample water supply made it possible for early settlers to plant sugar cane along the slopes. This was followed by banana plantations that produced the sweet, small, and extremely aromatic Canarian bananas and also potatoes.
The town of Orotava is a little jewel of architecture and history. Look at the houses of the wealthy, original settlers and visit Casa de Los Balcones, a 17th-century museum house with original furniture that provides insights into the life of the times.
Time allowing, stroll through the Botanical Garden to see one of the Canaries’ most iconic plants: century-old dragon trees. Once visited, you will understand why German scientist, traveler, and botanist Alexander von Humboldt reportedly sank to his knees in awe when he first clipped eye on the valley.
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5. Do You Dive? Then The Canaries’ Underwater Museum Is A Must
We may be 50+, but there are quite a few of us who are keen divers, myself included. If you dive, don’t miss out on a special treat on the island of Lanzarote, the Museo Atlantico near Playa Blanca. It’s the only underwater museum in Europe, filled with 35 life-sized sculptures by Jason deCaires Taylor resting on the ocean floor. It needs to be seen to be believed.
Diving tours are available for experienced divers and beginners alike; you can even look down and see the sculptures while snorkeling, but it’s not the same.
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6. Folklore, Song, And Dance At Pueblo Canario
The Canary Islands may belong to Spain, but they have a very different culture, and even a different language. You will want to see what typical houses look like, what the traditional dress is, and what the people’s songs and dances are like.
No better place than to visit the Pueblo Canario in Las Palmas, the capital of the largest island, Gran Canaria. Located in the middle of Parque Doramas in the center of the town, it’s a creation of the Martin-Fernandez de la Torre brothers built in 1930 to recreate typical houses and awaken interest in Canarian history and culture.
The pretty houses are built around a courtyard, where, twice a week, folklore groups perform their island dances and songs. The brothers were also sculptors and painters, and you’ll see some of their works exhibited there.
While in Las Palmas, you can visit Vegueta’s Casa Colon, a museum situated in the home where Columbus stayed during his stopover on the islands in 1492. There are also exhibits about the Canaries’ pre-hispanic culture and the islands’ connections to the Americas.
Although a part of Spain, the Canaries are a duty-free zone, so you might want to use your visit to Las Palmas to shop till you drop in one of several shopping centers or in the historic Triana neighborhood.
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7. See How One Artist Changed An Island
Cesar Manrique was a multi-talented artist born on Lanzarote in 1919. A contemporary of Picasso and Dali, he was inspired by their works and, like them, was a painter, sculptor, and architect who helped define the Lanzarote landscape. Start by visiting the Manrique Foundation, which includes his home, created within a volcanic bubble. You can walk from room to room on several levels all within the volcanic cave.
Admire his cactus garden and dance the night away at Jameos del Agua, a concert venue and nightclub.
All over the island, you will see Manrique’s mosaic murals in addition to several wind toys and sculptures.
Whilst in Lanzarote, go for another volcano-and-caves experience. Visit the length of the La Corona Volcano tunnel known as Cueva de Los Verdes. Several miles long, the tunnel and its sights are some of the most interesting in the world. Fear not, you won’t get claustrophobic.
8. Have Fun With Parrots In A Tenerife Theme Park
Loro Park, located on the outskirts of Tenerife’s capital Santa Cruz, is a 33-acre zoo cum theme park. With 4,000 parrots of 350 species, it houses the largest collection of parrots in captivity in the world. There are pools for dolphins, indoor spaces for penguins, and aquariums of exotic fish.
The venue has become one of the most visited attractions on Tenerife, providing fun and education for people of all ages, especially for kids.
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9. Spend A Day On Tiny El Hierro
El Hierro is the smallest of the Canary Islands and is a world of its own. Bring swimsuits and walking gear to explore the island, which will impress you with its varied and breathtaking landscape. Several hiking paths invite you to walk to your heart’s content among the juniper shade. You may even spot a few of the island’s mystical Garoe trees.
Charco Azul is a natural saltwater pool separated from the Atlantic by a spectacular basalt arch. Wooden sundecks let you rest and sunbathe between plunging into the tranquil water of the pool.
Learn about the history and culture of the island by visiting Valverde’s Old Town and the Guinea Ecomuseum. This museum consists of several houses with artifacts and exhibits from the original settlers on the island, the Bimbaches.
You can easily reach El Hierro from either La Gomera, Tenerife, or Gran Canaria via daily ferries or flights. There is hardly any difference in price.
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10. Follow The Wine Route In Lanzarote
If you are a wine lover, you should take a wine tasting tour in Lanzarote. The Canary islands produce many fine whites, reds, and roses, but a specialty of Lanzarote is the volcanic Malvasia, a rich white wine that’s typically quite sweet, but there is also a dry variety.
There are several other wine tasting tours on Tenerife, Gran Canaria, and La Gomera.
Pro Tips
Finally, a few words about the food. Everyday food is grilled fish or meat. A special mention must be made of papas arrugadas, which translates to wrinkled potatoes. The volcanic soil lends a special flavor and color to the potatoes. Smaller, white, and slightly sweet, they are traditionally cooked in salt water with their skin and eaten unpeeled and topped with a spicy sauce.
An insider tip: The Canary islands are an extremely popular holiday destination, which means that during the height of the season, even the widest beaches, including Maspalomas or Playa de las Americas, can become crowded. If you want a quieter holiday, travel in spring or fall and head for the smaller islands. In fact, the smaller the better, which makes El Hierro and La Palma my top choices. Still considering where to take your vacation? Here are eight reasons to visit the Azores region in Portugal, too.
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Maspalomas Dunes
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Cesar Manrique House Museum
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Anaga Relic Forest
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Timanfaya National Park
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Dragon tree
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Maspalomas Lighthouse
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Columbus House Museum
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Los Gigantes Rocks
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Villa of Gustav Winter
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Papagayo
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Betancuria village
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Roque Nublo
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Botanical Garden of Canaria
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Corralejo Natural Park
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Teide National Park
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Jameos del Agua Cave
Landmarks of Lanzarote
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Siam Park
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Green Lagoon
Landmarks Lanzarote
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Masca Gorge
Tenerife Attractions
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Loro Parque
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Palmitos Park
Gran Canaria Attractions
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Salt Museum
Fuerteventura Attractions
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Cueva Pintada Museum Park
Gran Canaria Attractions
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Oasis Park
Fuerteventura Attractions
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Wolf Island
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Candelaria Basilica
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Puerto Mogán is the westernmost resort town in Gran Canaria, famous for its unusual appearance and great fishing opportunities. Exterior view of Puerto Mogan,…
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Holidays in the Canary Islands are the dream of every traveler. They have long become a permanent association of high-class service, because the most favorable conditions for an exciting pastime have been created on the islands. Near major resorts you can find a variety of restaurants, noisy bars and discos, nightclubs and other entertainment centers. But it is worth stepping a little deeper into the islands, and a completely different picture opens up: quiet, cozy villages with a leisurely way of life and untouched forests.
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Thanks to the unique climate, it is fashionable to go to the Canary Islands at any time of the year. In winter, the temperature rarely drops below 20 degrees Celsius, and in summer it is set within 25 – 27 degrees. Each of the seven islands has excellent conditions for a beach holiday. As a rule, all major hotels have their own beaches and sports equipment rental centers. Entertainment for guests of the resorts is available in a variety of ways: from traditional scuba diving and yacht trips to parachuting.
The Canary Islands are home to the majestic Mount Teide. The most curious travelers can climb to the top of the volcano and enjoy a panoramic bird’s eye view. Another popular entertainment offered to vacationers is fishing on the high seas. Every day, yacht trips are organized for tourists, you can go fishing during the day or book a trip for the night. It is also worth telling a little more about nightly entertainment. Each island has a variety of nightclubs and discos, the beaches often host incendiary parties and festivals, so music lovers and dance lovers will definitely not be bored. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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Gourmets are also provided with an extensive program. If in luxurious restaurants you can try the rarest seafood delicacies, then in local villages guests are greeted with wonderful fruit desserts and home-made local alcoholic drinks. The most popular resorts of the Canary Islands are Playa Jardin, Playa de Los, Playa Ingles, Corraleio, Playa de Fanabe, Playa de Las and Playa del Duc. Each of them deserves to be called the best and will certainly make the most favorable impression.
Tenerife is the largest and most visited island in the archipelago. On its territory, there are resorts and entertainment for every taste. Here is the youth resort of Los Cristianos, which is known for its night discos and clubs, and the resort of Las Americas is popular not only among lovers of noisy entertainment, but also among fans of water sports. Those who prefer to relax in a calm and serene environment will like the resort of Puerto de la Cruz. There are no large and comfortable beaches on the territory of this resort, but it will not be difficult for guests of this resort to get to the nearby equipped coastal areas.
The modern cuisine of the Canary Islands is strongly influenced by the tourism industry;
The variety of resorts and entertainment attracts the island of Gran Canaria; it also has a well-developed tourist infrastructure. There are excellent beaches, water sports centers, hundreds of shops for shopping fans, as well as great restaurants that gourmets will appreciate. One of the main symbols of the island is the beautiful sand dunes – the real Sahara desert in miniature, which stretches along the coast for more than 5,000 meters. The island has excellent conditions for water sports, there are ideal beaches for surfing, as well as centers for extreme sports.
Fuerteventura resorts are invariably popular among lovers of a serene beach holiday and romantic natures. On the territory of this island, there are the longest beaches of the Karan Islands; you can find a place for a secluded vacation on them even at the height of the tourist season. There are well-known resort hotels off the coast, and if you move a few hundred meters away from them, you can find yourself on the most beautiful deserted coast.
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For travelers who want to combine beach activities with exploring natural attractions, Lanzarote is an ideal holiday destination. Its entire territory has been declared a protected area. The main value of the island is extinct volcanoes. Climbing to their peaks will be an unforgettable adventure. While hiking, you can admire the amazing lunar landscapes. There are no classical entertainment centers and large resort areas on the territory of this island, so nothing disturbs the natural harmony reigning here. The islands of La Palma, Gomera and Hierro, which are also famous for their natural beauty, are also popular with fans of secluded relaxation.
Cultural sites in the Canary Islands
Regardless of which of the islands of the picturesque archipelago travelers choose, they will definitely be able to diversify their vacation by visiting interesting excursions. The most popular and developed island from a tourist point of view is Tenerife. The Guimar pyramids are considered its most interesting and mysterious attraction. For many years, no one paid attention to these stone structures, the uniqueness and mysterious origin of the pyramids remains one of the most important secrets of the islands. Fans of natural sights will be interested in seeing the so-called “Lunar Landscape” – a complex of beautiful white rocks “pumitas”, which are extremely rare and have a regular conical shape.
The island of Gran Canaria is also rich in sights. The unique cultural center of Cueva Pintada is located here. Its location is a cave of the same name, on the walls of which a huge number of drawings of primitive people have been preserved. Currently, a large-scale archaeological complex consists of six caves, as well as an interesting museum that houses a collection of unique exhibits.
There are interesting historical sights on the territory of the miniature island of La Gomera, its main city of San Sebastian will definitely appeal to lovers of walks in historical places. At every step you can see beautiful buildings of different eras. Also on the island is the beautiful Garajonay National Park.
Lanzarote Island is rich in natural attractions, there are several volcanoes, because of which Lanzarote is often called the “island of fire-breathing mountains.” One of the most attractive sites is the Cueva de los Verdes Cave. It is located in a very beautiful foothill area and is of volcanic origin. Speaking of the outstanding natural attractions of the archipelago, it is worth mentioning the majestic volcano Teide, which remains the permanent symbol of the Canary Islands. The height of this active volcano is 3718 meters. Viewing the foothills and climbing to the vent of the volcano remains one of the most common entertainments for inquisitive travelers. The charming archipelago is ready to offer its guests all the possibilities for an exciting and varied pastime. More about cultural attractions
Entertainment in the Canary Islands
More than 10 million travelers visit the Canary Islands every year. The archipelago is ready to offer its guests excellent conditions for various types of recreation. Picturesque beaches and numerous sports centers, unique nature reserves and noisy resorts with colorful discos, hundreds of shopping centers and restaurants will impress those who love a varied and active holiday. Serene lovers will love the secluded beaches and state-of-the-art spas where you can spend days on end.
The largest and most popular island of the archipelago is Tenerife, which is home to the busiest resorts. Those who want to have fun both day and night will like the resorts of Los Cristianos and Las Americas, they are the focus of noisy entertainment venues. During the day, most tourists stay on the beaches, and in the evenings, numerous clubs, bars and night restaurants await guests. Fans of relaxing in a picturesque natural area will love the quiet and peaceful resort of Puerto de la Cruz, the only drawback of which is the lack of beaches. The coast in the resort area is rocky, so vacationers are offered to take water treatments in the extensive pools on the territory of the hotels.
Gran Canaria will also appeal to those who prefer to relax in crowded and lively places. There are several small resort areas on its territory, which have long been chosen by fans of water sports. One of the main distinguishing features of the island is the Dunes (Dunas de Maspalomas) – a beach area covered with golden sand, the length of which is more than 5 kilometers.
The largest beaches of the archipelago are located on the island of Fuerteventura, as a result, they are the most deserted and calm. The beautiful island is perfect for a family vacation, in addition to the beautiful coastline, there are many beautiful places for walking. For those who prefer to devote much of their time to walks in picturesque places, the island of Lanzarote is more suitable. This is a unique island-reserve, on the territory of which there are impenetrable tropical thickets, amazing volcanic landscapes, and fabulously beautiful exotic places. The abundance of “civilized” entertainment island of Lanzarote is no different. More about entertainment
Canary Islands attractions for families with children
Many people compare the Canary Islands with a real paradise on Earth. And this is not surprising – countless picturesque beaches have long been the main hallmark of the islands. However, like the Teide volcano, a colorful carnival and golf. Most of the activities for the whole family can be found on the islands of Tenerife and Gran Canaria. The islands of Palma and La Gomera are excellent places for hiking, they are considered the greenest islands of the Canary Islands, and those who want privacy and relaxation prefer to rest on Frontera.
But in Tenerife, as already noted, it is worth looking for entertainment for every taste. So, one of the most popular water parks on the island is Siam Park, which attracts with its beautiful design in the style of the Thai kingdom. Here you can also ride extreme rides (Singha, Kinnaree, Tower of Power), family rides (Sawasdee, Wave Palace), as well as relax by going with the flow on the lazy river or playing Sea Lion Island. Another interesting water park for the whole family is called Aqualand, located in Costa Adeje, it is stylized in the theme of “tropical paradise”. There are both extreme water slides (Tsunami, Kamikaze) and playgrounds (Forest Land, Water Castle). The huge swimming pool is perfect for the whole family, here you can also relax in the jacuzzi or swim in the “lava river”.
Interesting for the whole family and Loro Parque, the most popular zoo in all the Canary Islands with a magnificent collection of parrots. And this collection, it should be noted, is the largest not only on the islands, but also among other zoos of this kind (there are about 150 species of them). In addition to birds, here you can see killer whales (which are also excellent performers, giving excellent performances for the whole family every day), a variety of fish, reptiles and sea lions. Among other beautiful zoos in Tenerife, you can find Monkey Park, whose inhabitants are lemurs, parrots, guinea pigs, snakes (you can touch all the animals, by the way), and Jungle Park, where you can look at lions, crocodiles, parrots, peacocks, porcupines. Many tourists especially remember the wonderful shows of birds of prey.
Parque Marítimo César Manrique is another great water park in Tenerife. Beautiful green landscapes, excellent recreation areas with palm trees, a variety of attractions and pools – can’t this be called a real tropical paradise? There are museums on the island that are interesting for the whole family, for example, Museo Guanche, which tells the history of the islands and impresses children with excellent interactive exhibits. In the ARTlandya museum, little tourists will admire the quality toys (dolls, plush toys) made by local residents. Another interesting museum is called the Museo del Pescador, which contains the best collection of ship models in all the Canary Islands. And having climbed the Teide volcano, you should not immediately “tick” and go down, you should definitely find the Observatorio del Teide and enjoy the magnificent views. More about children’s attractions
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Spain has traditionally been one of the leading destinations not only for European but also for world tourism. Where are the Canary Islands located? The Canary Islands are an archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean located off the coast of northwestern Africa, west of Morocco. The islands, of volcanic origin, lie about 100 km northwest of Africa. The archipelago, consisting of 13 islands, of which seven main islands are inhabited, is an autonomous community of Spain.
Features of the Canary Islands
Canary Islands Spain: Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, La Palma, Lanzarote, La Gomera, El Hierro are the main tourist destinations in Europe.
Map: Canary Islands
The islands are famous all over the world. Each of these islands has different characteristics with a varied landscape: beaches and deserts, mountain ranges and green forests, able to satisfy the different tastes of tourists. 83% of the population lives in Grand Canaria and Tenerife.
Names of the Canary Islands suitable for tourism:
Gran Canaria;
La Palma;
Lanzarote;
Fuerteventura;
Tenerife;
El Hierro;
La Gomera.
There are two capitals in the Canary Islands: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the second is located in the center of the archipelago on the island of Tenerife. The Canary Islands capital of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a large and densely populated city. The islands are in the duty-free zone, the prices here are significantly lower, and the choice is extensive.
Attractions of the Canary Islands
Additional information! The flora of the Canary Islands is unique in the world as native plant species have not been found anywhere else since the Ice Age. About a hundred species of plants can be found only in Gran Canaria and nowhere else, even in other Canary Islands.
Gran Canaria’s largest wildlife species are reptiles and birds, especially the Canarian lizard, which are staggering in number on the island. Dolphins and whales live in coastal waters.
Tenerife: Canary Islands
Green Island is the largest and most populous island in Spain, with a varied landscape: forests, deserts, mountains, volcanoes and a beautiful coastline, bustling modern cities and sleepy villages. The climate here is good almost all year round.
Loro Parque is worth a visit while in Tenerife. The park is home to many species of parrots and penguins from all over the world. This zoo has the largest collection of parrots in the world. The park hosts shows with dolphins, killer whales, parrots and sea lions.
Loro Parque in Tenerife
Canary Islands Teide is the third largest volcano in the world, and the highest peak in Spain, which is visible from almost all parts of the island. The cable car ride to the highest peak of the island, which lasts an hour, leaves an unforgettable experience.
Snow can be seen on the dormant Pico del Teide volcano in winter. The volcano shares the climate throughout the island. Although the passage from north to south takes a little over an hour, the temperature difference is obvious. In the north it is quite humid with tropical plants and vines, in the south it is hot and the soil is rocky and arid.
Of all the Canary Islands, Tenerife is the most visited by tourists. Every year in February, the island’s capital hosts one of the largest carnivals in the world, the Santa Cruz de Tenerife carnival, with lots of dancing, music and colorful costumes. Universidad de La Laguna is the oldest university in the Canary Islands.
Tenerife has beautiful beaches and a rich nightlife. In addition to volcanic black sand beaches, Tenerife has Las Teresitas, near the capital, with light sand that has been introduced.
Pleasant weather all year round in Tenerife is suitable for holidays in any month. In summer, the average temperature is 24-28°C, while in winter it drops to 14-18°C.
Gran Canaria
The third largest island is also a popular destination in the Canaries. with its exotic nature and beautiful sandy beaches where you can do water sports
Compared to Tenerife, it is less green. Africa is not so far away, and it is felt here. The island consists of volcanic lava fields, valleys, caves and beaches of different colors. The dark volcanic soil is very fertile,
Viera y Clavijo Botanical Garden in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, with 2000 cacti, and especially a variety of plants and flowers, many of which are from another planet.
Viera y Clavijo Botanical Garden
The fauna and flora are richer in the north than in the more arid and arid south.
Palmitos Park is a pristine environment with over 200 bird species such as flamingos, toucans and hummingbirds. A park with an aquarium, a garden of cacti and orchids, with performances of parrots and dolphins.
From northwest to southeast, a mountain range divides the island into two different climatic and landscape zones. The northern part is with long strips of banana plantations along the coast, while the southern part is dry and hot. The northern and western coasts are rather steep and rocky, while the eastern and southern coasts gently slope into the ocean.
Please note! Due to the mild climate, this place is suitable for recreation all year round. The southern resorts of Gran Canaria are sandy beaches several kilometers long with hotels, restaurants and clubs. The coast of Maspalomas consists of 250 hectares of golden sand dunes. This is a protected nature reserve. There are many historical monuments on the island. The entire island has been declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
The capital of Gran Canaria is Las Palmas, which houses the palace of the first rulers of the island. The oldest district of the capital, La Vequeta, resembles a labyrinth of narrow streets with historic houses and beautiful courtyards. At the top of the Pico de Bandama volcano, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the city of Las Palmas and see a huge volcanic crater 200 meters deep and one kilometer long, the territory of which is densely covered with orange, fig trees and palm trees.
In the northwest, near the town of Santa Maria de Guia, there are about 300 caves located at different levels of the rock.
Lanzarote: Canary Islands
Lanzarote is the fourth largest island and one of the three most visited islands. It is located 11 km northeast of Fuerteventura, near the island of La Graciosa.
There are about 300 volcanoes on this volcanic island (of which only one is active). The once fertile plains of the island have been transformed into fields of solidified lava, gray volcanic rocks, and copper-colored sand. Today, lava formations are a landmark of the island. The island of Lanzarote has been declared a national biosphere reserve under the protection of UNESCO.
There are dozens of beautiful sandy beaches on the island. The coastline is 250 kilometers, it has only 30 kilometers of sandy beaches. These are small or medium-sized beaches, mostly of golden or white sand.
On the south coast of Lanzarote, in a picturesque bay, there are several sandy beaches. Costa Tequise, Puerto del Carmen and Playa Blanca are the most famous resorts on the island. The three-kilometer long sandy beach of Playa de Famara stretches at the foot of high cliffs and is considered one of the most beautiful beaches.
In addition to relaxing on the beaches, the Timanfaya National Park, the mountains of Montanas del Fuego and the caves of Jameos del Aqua will be an interesting place to visit.
Timanfaya National Park with volcanic landscape, occupies a quarter of the island. It will enchant with its landscape with many craters and volcanoes. Montanas del Fuego is a fiery mountain where lava bubbles to the surface and sulfur smells in the air.
Timanfaya National Park
The capital of Lanzarote is Arrecife, where hikers will be enchanted by its scenery.
Fuerteventura
Closest to the African continent, the oldest island, formed 70 million years ago as a result of volcanic activity.
The second largest island with the most beautiful beaches in the archipelago. This island is located less than 100 km off the coast of Morocco. For thousands of years, sand from the Sahara has reached the coast of Fuerteventura, making the beaches the most beautiful in the world.
At first glance, this is an uninhabited island: windswept landscape, sand and no plants. The northern part of the island is accessible to tourists, the southern part around Kofete is almost untouched. On the northeast coast is the Dunas de Corralejo National Park with sand dunes.
Dunas de Corralejo Natural Park
This area covers 27 square kilometers and is dominated by the Montana Roja volcano. This area is devoid of any traces of civilization. Goats are bred on the island for milk, and especially for the famous Maiorero cheese. He is one of the best in the world.
Holidays in Fuerteventura attract with extensive white beaches, full of sun and ideal conditions for water sports enthusiasts. The best beaches are found on the Jandia peninsula. The longest and most picturesque beach with a length of 22 km is located in Costa Calma. The island has a harsher climate, mainly due to a colder wind called Gota Fria.
La Gomera Island
One of the smallest islands, 30 km east of Tenerife, was formed after a major volcanic eruption. It enchants with its mountain landscape with deep gorges, laurel forests and terraced fields on the valley walls. Despite the fact that the island is volcanic, there is a lot of greenery here, and the Garajonay National Park is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the old forest with an area of 3984 hectares, centuries-old trees covered with moss. In the very center of the park is the largest laurel grove in the world.
Los Organos natural monument is a rock formed in the shape of an organ pipe. However, Los Organos can only be seen from the sea.
Los Organos natural monument
The capital and main port of La Gomera, San Sebastian de La Gomera, is associated with the figure of Christopher Columbus. Traveling across America, he allegedly stopped on the island of La Gomera in the port of San Sebastian to replenish supplies. On the sidewalk, in the main square of Plaza de las Americas, there is a mosaic depicting the route of the Columbus expedition, and there is also a statue of Christopher. The house where he stayed is today the island’s main tourist attraction.
The beaches are mostly rocky, but there are also pebble-sand beaches. A popular black sand beach is Playa de la Caleta, considered one of the most beautiful beaches.
La Palma
The island attracts tourists with its amazing untouched nature with beautiful beaches and tropical forests. Many consider it the most beautiful of all the Canary Islands.
La Palma Island
The island is composed of volcanoes. It often rains on the volcanic island and the vegetation is lush. The inhabitants are mainly engaged in agriculture.
Additional information! Due to the excellent climatic conditions, grapes, avocados and bananas flourish on the island. Home gardens are considered among the best in all the Canary Islands.
The island’s capital, Santa Cruz de la Palma, is full of modern houses and has a picturesque colonial historic centre.
El Hierre
One of the smallest inhabited islands in Spain, located farthest from Europe. The island of El Hierro has the highest concentration of volcanoes in the Canary Islands (over 800).
Lava hills on the island of El Hierro
There are also several natural pools where you can swim. Diverse fauna and flora with some endangered species. The El Hierro Biosphere Reserve has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. In July 2011, seismic activity was recorded here, causing an earthquake.
El Hierro is ideal for snorkeling and diving, there are many diving schools for both beginners and experienced divers. The airport is within walking distance of Valverde. From here you can daily reach Tenerife, Gran Canaria, and in the summer – to La Palma. El Hierro is sure to appeal to lovers of nature, hiking and photography.
Transport
Canary Islands: airport. Air communication between the islands works without problems and each island has an airport. Ferry transport is longer, but cheaper and more convenient thanks to the bars and restaurants that operate on the ferries. Minus – transfer on the way between the more remote islands.
The large islands have a well-developed bus network, and you can get almost anywhere. There are also connections to small villages, but sometimes only once or twice a day. Thanks to the large tourist flow on the islands, it is not a problem to find a taxi. Car rentals are readily available on all major islands.
Climate of the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are known as the Islands of “Eternal Spring” as they enjoy warm, sunny weather year-round with average temperatures between 17°C and 28°C. The warm wind blowing from the Sahara ensures a warm climate all year round. year with an average temperature of 18 ° C in winter and 24 ° C in summer. The islands lie in the path of a cold sea current, so the ocean temperature is lower here. Closer to Africa, the islands of Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria and Lanzarote are a little warmer. The north coast is also slightly colder than the south. At high altitudes it is cold and there is snow cover on the top of El Teide.
Attractions of the Canary Islands with descriptions and photos
The Canary Islands is an exotic land where sandy beaches, majestic mountains and picturesque valleys await you. Endless national parks, ancient volcanoes and relict forests will delight you. And you will also visit fascinating museums and exhibitions that will tell about the historical and cultural heritage of the Canary Islands.
3.1.4 National Park Teide
3.1.5 Laurisilva
3.1.6 Guimar Pyramid
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3.2.1 City Las Palmas
3.2.2 Puerto de Morgan
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General information about the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands is an archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, which includes seven large inhabited islands. Its total area is 7.5 thousand m 2 , and the population exceeds 2 million people.
The Canary Islands have two capitals:
Santa Cruz de Tenerife;
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Historical background
Until the beginning of the 15th century, the Guanches lived on the Canary Islands. The natives were engaged in agriculture, cattle breeding, hunting, made clothes from the skins of animals.
In 1402, the capture of the Canary Islands by Castile began. The inhabitants of Tenerife provided the greatest resistance. Despite the superiority of the Castilian army, the island remained under the rule of the Guanches for almost a hundred years. Only at the end of the 15th century, the Spaniards finally managed to conquer Tenerife.
The Canary Islands gained worldwide fame thanks to Christopher Columbus, who stopped on the island of Gomera while looking for a sea route to India. In the future, many states, as well as pirates, tried to take possession of the Canary Islands, but the archipelago remained under the rule of the Spaniards.
How to get to the Canary Islands
From Russia you can get to the archipelago by plane:
from Moscow there are direct flights and transfers;
from St. Petersburg – flights via Moscow.
International airports are located on the following islands of the Canary archipelago:
Tenerife;
Gran Canaria;
Hierro;
Fuerteventura.
Attractions
The most interesting and memorable sights of the archipelago are located on the islands of Tenerife and Gran Canaria. Fans of a relaxing holiday will love the island of Fuerteventura, which features quiet and cozy beaches.
Magical Tenerife
Tenerife is the largest and most popular among tourists island of the archipelago. The main value for travelers are the natural attractions of the island.
Tenerife is the largest island in the archipelago
Puerto de la Cruz Botanical Garden
Tenerife Botanical Garden is located in the eastern part of Puerto de la Cruz. The park was founded at the end of the 18th century by order of King Charles III of Spain, who dreamed of creating a garden in Madrid with plants from South America. However, representatives of exotic flora did not take root in cold climates. Temperatures in the Canary Islands are lower than in South America, but higher than in Madrid. Therefore, it was decided to create an intermediate center on the island of Tenerife, where the plants will gradually “prepare” for colder living conditions.
Puerto de la Cruz Botanical Garden – a place where rare exotic plants grow
Today, the flora of the garden includes native, tropical and subtropical plants. The most interesting of them are:
the oldest representative of the park’s flora is the rubber tree, which is over 200 years old;
cotton trees are real giants from the Amazon, 70 meters high or more;
a chicle tree that produces round, mango-like fruits on its branches. The fruits ripen at the end of September. The natives of the Amazon used them as chewing gum;
The cardludovica tree is native to Latin America and is used to make Panama hats.
There is also a library in the park, where herbariums are displayed instead of books.
Botanical garden is most picturesque in early spring, when numerous shrubs, flowers and trees bloom.
Practical information:
coordinates – Calle Retama, 2, 36400 Puerto de la Cruz;
work schedule – daily from 9.00 to 18.00;
the cost of visiting is 3 euros.
Auditorio de Tenerife
The Auditorio de Tenerife is both an architectural masterpiece and a cultural attraction. The building was built in 2003 by the Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava in the avant-garde style.
Auditorio de Tenerife – an architectural masterpiece located on the ocean
Travelers can see the attraction not only from the outside, but also inside. Auditorio de Tenerife regularly hosts symphony concerts and theatrical performances. Some experts claim that the acoustics of the building are among the best in the world.
Useful information:
coordinates – Avenida La Constitucion 12, 38003 Santa Cruz de Tenerife;
working hours: from Monday to Saturday – from 10. 00 to 19.00.
Parrot Park
Parrot Park is a picturesque place where a variety of birds and animals live. The most important and numerous inhabitants of the nursery are parrots. The park was founded half a century ago, and at that time it was inhabited by only 150 birds. Today, the collection of these birds numbers more than 4 thousand individuals and is the largest in the world.
In the Parrot Park, birds live in natural conditions, so they can be fed and stroked.
The park is famous for other achievements. Here are located:
Europe’s largest swimming pool for dolphin shows;
the park’s shark tunnel is the longest in Europe; The longest shark tunnel in Europe is located in the Parrot Park
the nursery’s collection of penguins is the largest in the world.
Among the animals living in the park, you will see white tigers, monkeys, crocodiles, lions. Fauna lovers can visit the greenhouse with orchids.
The daily entertainment program of the park includes:
show with sea lions;
performance with dolphins;
performance with parrot artists.
Practical information:
location – Avenida Loro Parque s/n;
opening hours: from 9.30 to 18.45, entry closes at 16.00;
ticket price – from 22 euros.
Teide National Park
Teide National Park is the main natural attraction of the island, which includes unique nature and fauna, as well as the ancient volcano of the same name, whose height exceeds 3.5 thousand meters. Climbing to the top of a natural monument is a must for any tourist visiting the island of Tenerife. You will overcome half of the way along the asphalt road, then you will use the cable car. During the exciting journey, you will also explore the expanses of the Teide National Park.
The extinct volcano Teide is a natural monument, whose age is 5 million years.
Romantics will meet the dawn on the top of the volcano. This place houses a hotel where you can stay overnight.
A lot of black, gray and white rocks rise along the perimeter of the volcano. These are fragments of solidified lava that erupted from a volcano. Some of them have their own names. So, one of the rocks is called the “Finger of God” and is a symbol of the Canary Islands.
Rock “Finger of God” – a piece of hardened lava of the Teide volcano
Details on the official website of the Teide National Park.
Every tourist will be able to take home a piece of the volcano. The local shop sells various souvenirs made from olivine, a mineral that is part of local volcanic rocks.
Laurisilva
Laurisilva is a laurel forest that is several thousand years old. Similar natural monuments have survived only in a few places on Earth, although in ancient times such forests grew throughout southern Europe. Laurisilva is located in the mountainous region of the northern part of Tenerife and forms the Anaga National Park. The flora of the reserve includes 20 species of relict laurel trees. The climate in these places is humid and cool, so fog is often observed here.
Laurisilva – an ancient forest where relict laurel trees grow
Laurisilva is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Laurisilva has hiking trails. Following the signs, you can easily navigate through the forest. One of the routes leads to the Anaga lighthouse. At this point, the island of Tenerife ends and offers stunning views of the endless ocean.
Anaga Lighthouse is located on the ocean
Laurisilva is located on the Anaga Peninsula. Coordinates: 28.541609, -16.228951.
Güimar Pyramids
Güimar Pyramids are six stepped structures located in the southeastern part of Tenerife. Their origin is controversial among scientists. So, most of them express the opinion that the pyramids do not belong to the period of antiquity and were created by local peasants in the 20th century: when plowing the land, farmers found stones and chipped them in a certain place. However, at 9In the 0s of the last century, the Guimar pyramids were studied by the Norwegian archaeologist and traveler Thor Heyerdahl, who came to the conclusion that the stones were not cobblestones from local fields, but elements of solidified lava. The scientist could not accurately determine the age of the structures, but suggested that the pyramids are an ancient monument built for astronomical purposes. If you climb to the top of the largest pyramid on the day of the summer solstice, you can see the sunset twice.
Pyramids of Guimar made in the form of steps
Whatever the age of the pyramids, the landmark in any case has great historical value. After all, it is precisely established that it was precisely such structures erected in antiquity by the aborigines. Near the pyramids, the Guanches arranged ritual dances and sports. So the aborigines held holidays to worship deities.
At the end of the 20th century, archaeological excavations were carried out in the area of the pyramids, as a result of which a cave was discovered under one of the pyramids, where the Guanches lived in ancient times. Aboriginal household items made in the 7th-10th centuries were found there.
The Pyramids of Guimar are located in the ethnographic park, which was created with the support of Thor Heyerdahl. In addition to the pyramids, there is an information center here:
in the first room you will see sculptures and engravings depicting the gods of Mexico and Peru;
the second room is dedicated to ancient sea vessels created in ancient Egypt and Peru;
the third hall is a photo exhibition where you will see pictures of pyramids located in different parts of the world.
Practical information:
address – Calle Chacona s/n Güímar;
open daily from 9.00 to 18.30;
entrance fee: children €5.5, adults €18. The ticket price includes a tour of the pyramids and a visit to the information center.
Eagles Park
Eagles Park is a natural complex located near the city of Las Americas. Various animals and birds live in the park in natural conditions: alligators, lions, panthers, fur seals, monkeys, parrots, eagles. The uniqueness of the park lies in the fact that the eagles here are not wild, but trained. There are only a few catteries in the world that can boast of such an achievement. Every day, the park hosts a show with the participation of these magnificent birds.
Eagles Park – a natural complex where various animals and birds live
Another feature of the Eagles Park is the presence of a bobsleigh track that runs through the real jungle.
Eagles Park is equipped with a high-speed bobsleigh track
You can find the location and opening hours of the Eagles Park on the official website of the facility.
Museum of the History of Tenerife
The main branch of the Museum of the History of Tenerife is located in the city of San Cristobal de la Laguna. The exposition is housed in a 16th-century building, which in ancient times belonged to the Lercaro family of merchants. The exhibition tells visitors about the history of the development of the Canary Islands in the 16th-20th centuries. Exhibits – ancient household items and art, religious attributes, manuscripts, photographs.
The main branch of the Tenerife History Museum is located in a historic building of the 16th century
An urban legend tells that in ancient times the merchant Lercaro intended to marry his daughter Catalina to a rich but very old man. When the wedding day came, the defiant Catalina jumped into the well and fell to her death. The girl was buried right on the estate. Since then, the ghost of Catalina has been haunting the house every night.
The location of the main branch is San Agustin St, 22, 38201 San Cristobal de la Laguna.
And also in the city of Valle de Guera there is another branch of the Museum of the History of Tenerife. The local exposition is dedicated to the history of the Canary Islands before the arrival of the Spanish conquerors. The exhibition is based on archaeological finds that help to present the life of the local aborigines in antiquity.
Coordinates – C / Vino, 44, 38270 Military Valley, La Laguna.
Significant places in Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is the third largest island in the archipelago, as well as an important tourist center. Travelers are attracted here by the mild climate, beautiful beaches with a length of more than 60 km, as well as interesting sights.
Gran Canaria – a large island of the archipelago, as well as a popular tourist center
City of Las Palmas
Las Palmas – one of the largest cities in the Canary Islands, founded at the end of the 15th century. It is worth a visit to see beautiful historical buildings and visit interesting museums.
Las Palmas is one of the largest cities in the archipelago
The symbol of the city, as well as the most important historical landmark, is the Cathedral of St. Anne. The construction of the temple began at the end of the 15th century, but was soon suspended due to insufficient funding. At the end of the 18th century, construction work resumed and continues to this day. The architecture of the temple combines Gothic, Neoclassicism and Baroque. At 189In the year 4, the cathedral was given the status of a minor basilica, and at the end of the 20th century, the church was recognized as a historical monument of national importance.
St. Anne’s Cathedral – the architectural dominant of the city
The address of St. Anne’s Cathedral is Calle Obispo Codina 13, 35001 Las Palmas.
There are about a dozen museums in the city, but the most interesting are the following:
Museum of the Canary Islands, located in the historic district of La Vegueta. The exposition is based on archaeological finds: skulls, mummies, artifacts associated with the life of the Guanches. Of particular interest are copies of rock paintings found in the ancient cave of Pintada, where the natives lived. Address: Calle Doctor Verneau 2. Museum of the Canary Islands displays archaeological finds
Nestor Museum, displaying the works of the outstanding Spanish artist Nestor Martín-Fernández de la Torre. The building was designed by brother Nestor and is made in the national Canarian style. The most valuable exhibit is a beautiful rotunda with frescoes by Nestor. Location: Pueblo Canario – Parque Doramas. The Nestor Museum exhibits beautiful paintings by the famous artist
The Columbus Museum, located in a historic building of the end of the 18th century, in which a navigator once lived. works of art from the pre-Columbian era are exhibited here – exhibits telling about the expeditions of the navigator. Coordinates: Calle Colon 1. The Columbus Museum is located in the building where the navigator once lived
Puerto de Morgan
Puerto de Morgan was once a small fishing village, but over time it has become a popular resort town. Puerto de Morgan is called the “Canarian Venice”, because the local marina is connected with the fishing harbor by numerous water channels.
Puerto de Morgan – a resort town on the island of Gran Caria
The main attraction of Puerto de Morgan is a sandy beach, which is considered one of the best on the island. Along the coast there are comfortable hotels and restaurants, which are distinguished by affordable prices.
A sandy beach stretches along Puerto de Morgan
Puerto de Morgan offers a huge range of entertainment for tourists:
deep-sea shark hunting;
diving to the bottom of the ocean in a submarine;
diving;
fishing;
shopping at the local market.
Guayadeque Gorge
Guayadeque Gorge is a natural monument of national importance. Once the Guanches lived in this place. Tourists are given the opportunity to see the burial caves, rock paintings, the remains of underground settlements. And also an information center was founded on the territory of the gorge. The building was built in the Guanche style and is an artificial cave. In the information center you can take a virtual tour of the past when the gorge was inhabited by the natives.
In the Guayadeque Gorge there are caves where the Guanches lived
The Guayadeque Gorge is located in the southeast of the island, between the cities of Ingenio and Aguimes.
Mount Pico de las Nieves
In Spanish, the name of the mountain means “snowy hill”. In winter, the peak is often covered with snow, which is reflected in the name of the attraction.
Mount Nieves is the highest mountain on the island of Gran Caria. The height of the natural monument is almost 2 thousand meters. The slopes of the mountain are covered with forests of relic Canarian pine.
Mount Nieves – the highest on the island of Gran Caria
At the top of Nieves there is a military base, so it is impossible to see the entire area of interest. However, tourists can access the lower tiers of the mountain, where a special platform is equipped. From here you have an amazing view of the surrounding expanses, including the rock of Roque Nublo, the second highest mountain in Gran Caria.
Mount Nieves is located near the city of Ayakata.
Cueva Pintada
Pintada is an ancient cave that once housed the residence of the Guanche rulers. Its walls are covered with geometric patterns, the meaning of which scientists have not been able to unravel. Interestingly, the natives did not use furniture. Benches, tables and other necessary pieces of furniture were obtained by the Guanches as a result of gouging cave walls. Tourists can see here an educational film dedicated to the life of the natives.
The Pintada Cave is famous for its ancient rock paintings.
The cave is located 27 km from Las Palmas, in the northwest of the island.
Dunes of Maspalomas
The dunes of Maspalomas are an unusual natural landmark that arose in the middle of the 18th century as a result of an earthquake. The dunes stretch for 5 km and form a protected area, which is protected at the state level. The attraction, reminiscent of the sands of the Sahara desert, tends to move slowly in a southerly direction. You can take a fascinating walk through the dunes on a camel and explore the entire area of the reserve in 40-50 minutes.
The dunes are located in the south of Gran Canaria, near the town of Maspalomas.
The Dunes of Maspalomas, a unique natural landmark created by an earthquake.
Riu Palace Maspalomas, located in this area, has a viewing platform from where you can admire the natural monument. Coordinates: Avenida Tirajana s/n, 35100 Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas.
Fuerteventura
Fuerteventura is the second largest Canary Island in terms of area. It is here that the longest beaches of the archipelago are located.
Fuerteventura is famous for having the longest beaches in the archipelago
Tourism on the island is not as developed as in Tenerife or Gran Canaria. However, holidays in Fuerteventura have other advantages:
uncrowded beaches;
low prices.
The main attractions of the island are beautiful sandy beaches:
Sotavento, located on the east coast of the Jandia peninsula and having a length of 30 km. Due to its high environmental performance, the beach was awarded the Blue Flag. This place is popular among surfers and sports competitions are regularly held here. The coastal waters of Sotavetno Beach are a great place for surfing. The features of this place are a gentle slope to the ocean, dazzling white sand, an abundance of exotic plants. Several resort complexes have been built here, so the beaches are equipped with the attributes necessary for a comfortable stay: umbrellas, sunbeds, changing places. Corralejo beach has a developed infrastructure
Cofete and Barlovento are wild beaches in the western part of Jandia, where there is no infrastructure. The beaches smoothly flow into each other and have a length of 14 km. This is a great place for divers, surfers and fishermen. Adjacent to the beaches are majestic mountains that hold the untold riches of the Third Reich. According to rumors, underground mountain passages served as a secret base for German submarines. And also this place was a transit point during the flight of the Nazis from Germany to South America. Deep-sea diving enthusiasts are still looking for treasures at the bottom of the ocean, but so far without success. Kofete is a wild beach surrounded by amazing pristine nature
A smart travel plan
First of all, the Canary Islands attract tourists with a great beach holiday. In order to have time not only to soak up the sandy shores of the ocean, but also to see the sights, you need to come to the Canary Islands for a week or more. Travel options may be different:
choose the island of Tenerife for your vacation, where beautiful beaches are located and the main attractions of the archipelago are concentrated. And to make the journey mobile, travel by rented car or taxi;
Explore several islands during your holiday. It’s easier to do it on an airplane. Air communication between the islands is well established, but tickets are expensive. You can also travel by ferry. In this situation, the journey will be longer, but the road will cost you less.
Interesting attractions for children
Unforgettable attractions await young travelers in the Canary Islands:
Siam Park is the largest water park in Tenerife. All attractions, cafeterias and buildings are made in Thai style. An important guest at the opening ceremony of the attraction in 2008 was the Princess of Thailand. The attraction “Lazy River” is especially popular with visitors to the water park, where the highest artificial wave in the world (height of 3 m or more) is created. Thrill-seekers will love the Twin Spinners spinning in different directions and the Tower of Power transparent slide, along which you rush past toothy sharks. For the youngest visitors, the Lost City play complex is equipped, which includes more than a hundred entertainments. Object address – Autopista TFE-1, Salida, 28. Siam Park – the largest water park in Tenerife
Aqualand, located on the island of Tenerife, is not the most popular water park in the Canary Islands, but it is great for families with small children. It is calm and not crowded here, and entertainment is very diverse. The water park is equipped with water slides, attractions, cafeterias. For the youngest visitors, a Water Castle play area has been created, the highlight of which is a huge bucket installed above the pool. It regularly turns over, splashing water on the heads of vacationers. Children at such moments squeal with delight. Coordinates: Tenerife, Avd. Austria 15, San Eugenio Alto 38660 Costa Adeje. “Aqualand” – a water park with developed infrastructure
Palmitos Park, which includes a botanical garden, zoo, butterfly pavilion, dolphinarium. Entertaining shows with the participation of trained dolphins, birds and other fauna take place here every day. Coordinates: Barranco de Los Palmitos s/n, 35109, Maspalomas, Gran Canaria. Palmitos Park is famous for its magical shows of trained dolphins
What to see depending on the season
vacation:
An incendiary carnival that starts in February-March in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. This is the second largest carnival in the world. Throughout the week, costume shows, dance performances, exciting competitions take place on the streets of the city. The date of the festival changes every year. Carnival in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is accompanied by an incendiary costume show
Fiestas de San Juan, which takes place annually on the night of June 24-25 in Las Palmas. The purpose of the holiday is the expulsion of evil spirits with the help of the power of fire. On this night, the inhabitants of the city take to the streets and kindle ritual bonfires on the beaches. During the Fiestas de San Juan, ritual fires are lit on the beaches of Las Palmas will cost you less
don’t waste your money on useless magnets and other trinkets. Bring home as souvenirs the products of local artisans that are sold in the markets and souvenir shops: ceramics, embroidery, crafts from Canary pine, pearl jewelry. And also local wines are famous all over the world;
When renting a car, take the car for at least three days. Usually, under this condition, customers are given a significant discount;
Be sure to try national Spanish dishes in local restaurants: thick soups with meat and various vegetables, marinated pork carne de fiesta. And also look into the fishermen’s taverns, where fish and seafood dishes are excellently cooked.
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Relic laurel forests have been preserved on the islands, which are protected by nature reserves. In addition to plants, various endemic animals live in the Canary Islands, for example, the Canarian pigeon. Also, the active volcano Teide, towering in Tenerife, will attract the attention of adventurers. This is the highest point not only in the Canary Islands, but in all of Spain. Those who wish to get to the mouth of the volcano can take the funicular up for 8-9minutes, or on foot for the whole day with special equipment, but for free.
However, the sights created by human labor are no less fascinating. Almost all the cities of the Canary Islands have preserved national architecture, so wandering through their streets is a pleasure.
So, finding themselves in the castle of San Miguel in the south of Tenerife, tourists seem to fall into the romantic times of knights and noble ladies. Knightly tournaments are still held there, and viewers can determine the outcome of the battle themselves.
In addition, the Canary Islands hide their own special mystery – the Pyramids of Guimar. The Guanche population, who lived before the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors, built mysterious huge structures in ancient times, strikingly reminiscent of the step pyramids in South America. However, no one guessed what the purpose of the Pyramids of Guimar was.
Top 30 main attractions of the island of Tenerife
The Canary Islands, located not far from the African coast, are not without reason called a tropical paradise among travelers. This archipelago consists of seven islands, the most popular of which among tourists is Tenerife. This truly fabulous place, attracting travelers from all over the world, can surprise even seasoned tourists.
Connoisseurs of medieval architecture and connoisseurs of tropical natural beauties have something to see here. Undoubtedly, lovers of seaside holidays will appreciate Tenerife for its extensive well-maintained beaches, the purity of the Atlantic waves and a large number of sunny days. Let us consider in more detail the question of which sights to visit first of all for travelers arriving in this paradise of our planet.
1. Park Lago Martianes
In the northern part of the island there is an unusual natural park Lago Martianes. It is located on the ocean coast, and also occupies a whole archipelago of artificial bulk islands. This natural park was created in 1971 by the Spanish architect Manrique. The place for Lago Martianez was not chosen by chance: the northern part of Tenerife was not very popular among tourists before because of the winds constantly blowing from the Atlantic side, raising strong waves.
Today in this place, in addition to man-made islands, a whole network of artificial channels and extensive swimming pools with beaches have been created. The park also has observation terraces that offer magnificent views of the ocean and the adjacent coast, numerous places for recreation with shady gazebos, restaurants and cafes.
2. Cave of the Wind
At the base of the island of Tenerife lie rocks of igneous origin, literally dotted with numerous underground galleries and caves. They were created over millennia by hot lava flows and subsequent erosion under the influence of groundwater. The largest of these miraculous structures is the Wind Cave, which, according to geologists, appeared about 27 thousand years ago as a result of a powerful volcanic eruption of Teide.
Subsequently, underground water and sediment seeping through the cracks enlarged the cavity and at present the Cave of the Winds is the largest in Europe and the sixth longest on the planet. Its total length, excluding numerous corridors and branches, exceeds 17 km. Visitors will be able to see inside a whole architectural complex created by nature: vast halls, stone cascades, whole lakes of solidified lava with terraces located above them.
3. Infierno Gorge
Infierno Gorge is a national park located in the Aideje mountain range of the island of Tenerife. The territory of this conservation area, located ten kilometers from the popular resort of Playa de las Americas, exceeds 1840 hectares. Translated from Spanish, the name of this area sounds like “Hell’s Gorge”, which is not entirely justified. In fact, tourists arriving here do not see anything particularly frightening: the entire district is covered with lush tropical vegetation, which looks especially picturesque against the backdrop of sheer rocky cliffs.
Due to the geographical isolation of these places, the territory of the Barranco del Infierno reserve has preserved unique species of animals, plants and insects that are no longer found on the rest of the island. A hiking trail with a length of almost 7 km has been laid along the Hell’s Gorge, passing by the most picturesque corners of the national park.
4. Los Gigantes Rocks
One of Tenerife’s amazing natural monuments is located in the Teide National Park, right on the Atlantic coast. They are sheer black walls rising above the ocean waters to a height of up to 600 meters. These colossal gloomy formations at one time frightened with their gloomy appearance the natives of the island of Guanches, who called them “Hell’s Walls”. Los Gigantes looks especially impressive from the ocean – in the nearby port you can rent a boat or yacht for a boat trip along the majestic rocky coast. Nearby is a resort town, also called Los Gigantes. It is notable for its yacht marina, surrounded by rocky cliffs, and Los Gios beach, covered with black volcanic sand.
5. Teide Volcano
Teide is the highest mountain not only in the Canary Islands, but throughout Spain. It rises 3.7 km above the waters of the Atlantic and is part of the national park of the same name. Almost at the very top of this extinct volcano, at around 3,555 meters, an observation deck is equipped. Travelers will be able to get to it with the help of a cable car, which is laid up to a mark of 1. 9 km. The funicular is equipped with 35-seat cabins, the departure interval is 10 minutes, and the travel time is 8 minutes. Further, you will have to climb on foot along the paved mountain path to the upper observation platform. It should be warned right away that this path is not easy: there are difficult and steep sections, and the air at the top of Teide is very rarefied. Therefore, before you hit the road, you should soberly assess your physical capabilities. But if a tourist can get to an observation deck located in the skies, the opening landscapes will more than compensate for all the time and effort spent. From the Teide volcano, you can see not only the whole of Tenerife, but also the adjacent expanses of the Atlantic with the other Canary Islands of La Gomera and La Palma.
6. Loro Parque
It is not for nothing that travelers consider the Canary Islands to be a real tropical paradise: the islands are literally buried in the greenery of tropical vegetation and inhabited by many species of exotic birds. Almost all of them are collected in the famous Loro Park. Here, among the lush thickets, extensive enclosures are equipped, in which up to 500 species of birds live, of which there are more than 350 species of parrots alone.
This is the largest collection of parrots on the planet: here you can see representatives of these birds brought from all over the world – from America, Asia, Australia, Africa. Many of them live completely free, nest among park trees and bushes of the park and accept treats from the hands of visitors. Loro Park also has its own dolphinarium, where you can see a colorful show with dolphins and killer whales.
7. Siam Park
Tenerife has the largest theme park in the Canary Islands. Surprisingly, it is decorated in a style dedicated to Thailand, a country located thousands of kilometers from the Canary Islands. The explanation is simple: the owners of this water park are big fans of Thai culture. Therefore, such an unusual motif was chosen for its thematic design. Moreover, the monarch of Thailand himself and his family attended the opening ceremony of the Siam water park.
Today this place is considered one of the best places for a family holiday in all of Tenerife. There are various attractions for both children and adults. Among them, there are 25 water slides, the largest of which has a height of 28 meters and a descent speed of up to 80 km/h. But that’s not all: to further tickle the nerves of visitors, the final segment of the giant slide is laid through a pool with live sharks. There is a calm river in the water park for leisurely rafting and canoeing, and a vast pool with an imitation of a real sea wave for surfing.
On the territory of Siam Park there are sculptural groups depicting the heroes of Thai legends and legends. There is also an impromptu floating market where visitors to the water park can buy memorable souvenirs, soft drinks and fresh fruits.
8. City of San Cristobal de la Laguna
The ancient town of San Cristobal de la Laguna is located on the Atlantic coast, near a picturesque bay, which is reflected in its name. The city was founded in the 15th century by the conqueror of the Canary Islands, the conquistador de Lugo, whose posture is now buried in the local Cathedral. You can view the tomb of this legendary hidalgo for a fee of 5 €.
Until 1723, San Cristobal de la Laguna served as the administrative center of the Canaries, until the capital of the archipelago was moved to the city of Santa Cruz, also located on the island of Tenerife. However, San Cristobal is still considered the cultural and spiritual capital of the island. Medieval quarters with colorful buildings in typical colonial style have been preserved here almost in their original form. Due to this, the city is included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Among the most interesting tourist sites of San Cristobal, we should mention the Cathedral of Iglesia de la Concepción, in which the conversion of the Guanches to the Christian faith took place. Nearby are the ancient churches of St. Clara and St. Catherine, and on Adelantado Square is the University of the Canary Islands, the oldest educational institution on the island.
9. Building Auditorio de Tenerife
In the capital of the island, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, there is a building of an unusual shape. It from afar attracts the attention of all tourists arriving on the island by sea. This is the local Opera House Auditorio de Tenerife, built in 2003 and outwardly resembling an open snow-white shell or a high ocean wave. The author of this extraordinary project was the famous Spanish architect Calatrava. For its original recognizable appearance and smooth elegance of lines, the Auditorio de Tenerife is often compared to the Sydney Opera House. In addition to external beauty, the Tenerife Opera is notable for its excellent acoustics and modern technical equipment. The interiors include two auditoriums – the Bolshoi and the Chamber. The first of them accommodates up to 1.6 thousand listeners at the same time, and the second is designed for 422 people.
10. Museum of Nature and Man
In addition to natural and architectural beauties, Tenerife can also boast of its museum expositions. The largest and most visited among them is the Museum of History and Man, operating in the capital of the island, the city of Santa Cruz. It was opened in 1958 in the building of the former city college, built at the beginning of the 20th century. in neoclassical architectural style. The museum is dedicated to local nature, flora and fauna, as well as the history of human exploration of the Canary Islands.
Visitors can see here stuffed local birds, animals and fish, archaeological artifacts found on the island, household items of aborigines and Spanish colonists. The real gem of the exposition is the collection of mummified bodies of the native Guanches who inhabited the Canary Islands before they were conquered by the Spanish conquistadors.
11. Monkey Park
Monkey Park, located near the capital of the island, is a kind of hybrid of a botanical garden and a zoo. All sorts of tropical trees and shrubs are planted here, among which over 20 species of primates frolic. Visitors will be able to see here both small monkeys and lemurs, as well as huge gorillas and orangutans. In addition, other interesting representatives of tropical fauna live in separate enclosures in the Monkey Park: crocodiles, jaguars, large land turtles, panthers, iguanas, and a rich collection of snakes and lizards is collected in the serpentarium.
Young visitors to the park will have an unforgettable experience of interacting with monkeys. They will be able to feed the primates with treats sold right there from the stalls – nuts and fruits. Since 1991, a nursery has been operating at the Monkey Park for breeding rare species of primates, from where they are sent to zoos and reserves in other countries.
12. Candelaria Basilica
Candelaria Church is located 20 km from the capital of the island, in the small town of Candelaria. The temple cannot boast of an ancient history, since it was built only in 1959 on the central city square. But, despite this, the basilica is an important cultural and religious landmark of Tenerife. It is dedicated to the Virgin Mary of Candelaria, who is considered the patron saint of the Canary archipelago. Her wooden statue is installed in the temple and is revered as a miraculous relic. Twice a year, on February 2 and August 15, solemn events in honor of the Mother of God are held here, to which believing Catholics flock from all the surrounding islands. The festive program includes a solemn divine service, a festival with folk festivals and evening fireworks.
Directly adjacent to the basilica is the monastery of the Dominican order, which forms a single architectural complex with it. On the square in front of the church there is an unusual sculptural composition representing nine statues of warriors. These are the leaders of the nine Guanche tribes that inhabited Tenerife before its conquest by Spain.
13. Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary
The Church of the Immaculate Conception is the oldest church in the capital of the island and at the same time the most important religious shrine of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The Catholic Cathedral was built on this site in 1494-1498, by the leader of the Spanish conquistadors, Don Luga, in gratitude to the Lord for the granted victory over the Guanches. In subsequent centuries, the church was repeatedly rebuilt and reconstructed, while at the turn of the XVII-XVIII centuries. did not acquire a modern look. Currently, Catholic believers consider the Church of the Immaculate Conception to be the main among all the religious institutions of the island. Therefore, the people often refer to it as the “Mother Church”, emphasizing its high status.
The cathedral received its current name only in 1638, and before that it was called the Church of the Holy Cross, in Spanish “Santa Cruz”. In honor of this, the town was named, which grew up next to the temple and later became the capital of Tenerife. The church was built in the Mudéjar style, which was a mixture of Spanish Gothic and Moorish style. Inside the temple there is a silver altar with an important Catholic relic – the Holy Cross of Conquest, which de Lugo brought to Tenerife from Spain.
14. Nuestra Senora de Africa Market
Nuestra Senora de Africa is the central market of the city of Santa Cruz, the largest on the entire island. It is located near the capital’s bus station, so residents of the surrounding towns and villages who come to Santa Cruz de Tenerife do not have to go far for shopping. The market is located in a covered building, made in the North African architectural style and, at the same time, resembles the town hall of a Western European town.
Nuestra Señora de Africa is famous throughout the archipelago for its variety of goods, which attracts not only local residents, but also foreign tourists. Here you can buy fresh seafood, vegetables and fruits, taste ready-made dishes of national cuisine, taste the best varieties of wine. The market is especially lively on Sundays, when the “flea market” opens here, where travelers can buy souvenirs with local flavor, handicrafts and antiques.
15. Masca Gorge
In the central part of the island, among the rocky mountain ranges of Masiso de Teno, is the picturesque Masca Gorge. This extraordinarily beautiful area is replete with natural attractions: impregnable cliffs stretching into the skies, lush evergreen vegetation, mountain rivers with magnificent water cascades. In the upper part of the canyon, at an altitude of about 600 meters, there is a small village that bears the same name as the gorge – Mask.
This ancient village, which appeared here in the 15th century, bears the epithet “lost village”, which is quite justified. You can get here only by breaking the path among the rocky mountains with a length of about five kilometers. This hiking trail was laid only in the 1970s, and before that, the local Guanches did not come into contact with Europeans at all. Thanks to this, the inhabitants of the village of Mask managed to fully preserve their traditional way of life, continuing to engage in subsistence farming and hunting.
A five-kilometer hiking trail passes by picturesque tropical groves and rocky cliffs with caves and grottoes. On it you can also go down to the Atlantic coast with an unusual beach covered with black sand of volcanic origin.
16. Cliffs de Garcia
Teide National Park, formed around the volcano of the same name, is an extraordinary variety of landscapes. Here you can see the lush greenery of tropical vegetation, impregnable rocky cliffs, the Atlantic coast with black sandy beaches. But the most unusual place for a blooming tropical island is located south of the Teide volcano. This is Roques de Garcia – a deserted stone plain, covered with bizarre formations in the form of remnant rocks. They were formed as a result of erosive weathering of the remains of volcanic flows and have rather colorful names.
Near the rocks of Garcia there is another space with lifeless lunar landscapes. This is the Llano de Ucanca plain, covered with a layer of volcanic sand formed during the destruction of igneous rocks. A magnificent view of this deserted, but at the same time extraordinarily beautiful area opens up from the cabins of the cable car, laid up to the slope of the Teide volcano.
17. Pyramids of Guimar
Located on the island, the Pyramids of Guimar are considered one of the most mysterious sights of Tenerife. They are low stepped mounds, very reminiscent of the shape of the pyramid of the Central American Indians. Scientists archaeologists still cannot come to an unambiguous opinion regarding the time of the appearance of the Guimar pyramids. It is clear that the local Guanches have never erected such structures. Therefore, some researchers believe that this is the work of Spanish medieval farmers, while others believe that the pyramids appeared here much earlier – even before the Guanches settled the island. A number of scientists even put forward bold hypotheses that their builders were the ancient Egyptians or Maya Indians who arrived from Mexico. At one time, the famous traveler Thor Heyerdahl was engaged in the study of these interesting objects, on whose initiative the reserve and the ethnographic museum of Tenerife were founded here.
18. Esperanza Forest
An unusually beautiful natural monument – Esperanza Forest, located in the depths of the island of Tenerife. For the most part, it consists of dense thickets of coniferous trees: the endemic Canarian pine grows here, which is not found anywhere else on earth. Also in the forest of Esperenza you can find thickets of eucalyptus, cedar and other representatives of tropical and subtropical flora. The air here is literally saturated with phytoncides, so when visiting the forest, tourists will be able to combine business with pleasure – enjoy the view of wonderful landscapes, as well as receive a medical procedure for their respiratory organs and cardiovascular system. The forest is especially beautiful in the early morning, when a mysterious bluish fog covers it, and the tart smell of eucalyptus resin is in the air.
19. Botanical Garden
The Central Botanical Garden of Tenerife was founded in the city of Puerto de la Cruz back in the 18th century on the personal instructions of the Spanish King Carlos III. This ruler showed a keen interest in landscape design and gardening, was fond of selection work and botany in general. It was for scientific purposes that this garden was laid out: in it, the Spanish monarch personally conducted experiments on the acclimatization of various types of European plants to the conditions of the tropics. Gradually, the collection of plants planted in it increased to 4 thousand varieties brought here from different parts of the world.
At present, the Botanical Garden continues to serve scientific purposes, at the same time being a place of recreation for local residents and visiting tourists. It is especially pleasant to plunge into the coolness of its shady alleys during the midday heat, when the air temperature in Tenerife often rises to +40°C.
20. Orotava Valley
Hundreds of years before the arrival of the Spaniards, the island of Tenerife was inhabited by the tribes of Guanches who came from Africa. In the Canary Islands, they created several independent states, several of which were located on the island of Tenerife. The most powerful kingdom of the Guanches, called Taoro, was located in the fertile valley of Orotava. Here vegetables and fruits grew in abundance, there were large reserves of fresh water. The Spanish colonialists also appreciated these places, choosing Orotava as a place for their country residences.
Travelers can still see here the luxurious mansions of European settlers built in the Baroque style in the 17th-18th centuries. Sugar cane, bananas and grapes began to grow on the surrounding mountain terraces, entire settlements of farmers and landlord estates-latifundia appeared. You can enjoy the picturesque views of the valley from the Mirador del Humboldt observation platform equipped here, named after the famous German traveler and naturalist.
21. Taoro Park
Taoro is a picturesque tropical park located within the city of Puerto de la Cruz. This is one of the most beautiful places in the city: on an area of 10 hectares there are palm alleys and thickets of southern shrubs, beautiful flower beds and greenhouses, places for recreation with shady gazebos and benches under the canopy of tree crowns. Walking paths are laid along the territory of the park, there are fountains and artificial ponds, where it is so pleasant to relax during the midday heat. In Taoro Park, locals and tourists love to play sports, have picnics in specially designated places. Or just stroll along its shady alleys, breathing fresh air and enjoying the lush splendor of tropical vegetation.
22. El Caleton
El Caleton is a natural pool that appeared on the Atlantic coast of the island in the 18th century. During the eruption of the nearby Trevajo volcano, also called the Black Mountain (Montagna Negro), lava flows pouring from its mouth collided with the waters of the Atlantic here, freezing in the most bizarre forms. Lava fields, formed after the eruption and enclosed by reef crests of solidified magma, fill with water at high tide, and at low tide, their rocky bottom is exposed to tourists.
For a comfortable descent to El Caleton, slopes and terraces have been built in the middle of rocky ledges. When the pools are filled with sea waters, you can comfortably swim in them, enjoying the warm southern waters. Nearby is the town of Garachico, famous among travelers for its restaurants with traditional Canarian cuisine. The most popular dishes served here are vieja guisada (parrot fish with sweet sauce) and parilla miksta (grilled freshly caught seafood).
23. Dragon tree
In the northeast of Tenerife, in the town of Icod de los Vinos, there is an interesting natural monument – the dragon tree. Dragon trees themselves can be found in other parts of the island, but this is distinguished by an unusually long age, estimated at a thousand years. At least, it is reliably known that this tree already grew here during the capture of the island by the conquistadors and at the time of the founding of the city.
At present, this plant is the largest dragon tree in the world: its height exceeds 17 meters and weighs about 80 tons. The dragon tree of the city of Icod de la Vieja was recognized as a natural monument at the beginning of the 20th century, and the territory adjacent to it was declared the Drago National Park. Before the entry of Spain into the Euro zone, the image of this plant adorned the banknote of 1 thousand pesetas.
25. El Duque Beach
El Duque Beach is a real pearl of the Costa Adeje, the center of Tenerife’s seaside recreation. It is he who is the personification of a summer holiday in the Canary Islands. Covered with coarse golden-yellow sand and well-equipped with all the recreation infrastructure, it is the leader among local beaches in terms of the number of Blue Flags won. This confirms the ecological cleanliness of the local coast and sea waters, as well as the high level of tourist services provided. Near El Duque, a modern hotel has been built, there are bars, night discos and restaurants. No wonder this beach area is considered the most popular among discerning European tourists, accustomed to good service and excellent related infrastructure.
26. Las Vistas Beach
On the south coast of Tenerife is the popular beach area of Las Vistas. The popularity of this place among tourists is explained by the well-groomed and cleanliness of its shores covered with golden sand, as well as the calmness of coastal waters. This is due to the presence of special barrier booms that take on the blows of sea waves and currents.
Las Vistas is the longest among the beaches of Tenerife, and throughout its length it is well equipped with beach infrastructure. Here you can rent sun loungers with sun umbrellas, have a cup of coffee or soft drinks in cafe-snacks. At night, there are bars and beach parties under artificial lighting, there are sports grounds and scuba diving equipment rentals nearby.
27. Benijo Beach
Benijo is considered by travelers to be the most picturesque beach of the Canary Islands. It is located on the territory of the Teide National Park, not far from the volcano of the same name. It does not differ in significant size: its length is just over 500 meters with a beach line width of 30 meters. Its uniqueness lies in the location and coverage of this stretch of coast. There are both sandy and pebbly areas. But Benijo differs from the beaches we are used to by their color, which is not golden or snow-white, but rich black. This is due to the volcanic origin of the surrounding rocks, which, when destroyed, turn into sand and pebbles. Rocky cliffs, also black, rise right around the beach line. Climbing them along the paved paths, tourists will be able to enjoy the beautiful panorama of the surrounding coast and sea waters.
28. Las Teresitas beach
Las Teresitas is a fairly extensive beach stretching along the Atlantic coast for 1.5 km and up to 70 meters wide. Interestingly, this coast was originally covered with rock fragments and large stones. To turn it into a wonderful center of seaside recreation, it was necessary to clear the coast and bring 320 thousand tons of sand here from the Sahara. All this work was carried out during the 1970s, and the result of these efforts can be appreciated by modern tourists: a wonderful beach with golden yellow sand arose on the site of an inhospitable coast. Nearby is the small town of San Andreas, where you can rent accommodation and taste Canarian cuisine in local restaurants and eateries.
29. Cape Teno
Cape Teno is the westernmost point of Tenerife, which is a rocky cliff rising directly from the ocean waves. At their foot, the surf rages and roars, fringing the cape with a white strip of foam, which stands out brightly against the dark background of volcanic rocks. Among the local attractions, it is worth mentioning the observation deck equipped on the very edge of the cliff, from which you can view the ocean expanses for many miles around.
First of all Dmitry is an absolute pleasure to deal with,nothing was too much trouble for him. The Villa is set in a very quiet complex. The Villa was spotless and very well stocked with all the needed requirements for our stay.
A plus was the ground floor had a bedroom & shower room which was great with my dodgy knees, but upstairs there is another double bedroom shower room & terrace.
The Villa is some way out, the nearest supermarket is a 10 min walk, the marina 20 mins & the main resort 30 min, none of which was an issue to us as we like walking
The biggest recommendation I can give is that we will definately return to this fab Villa!!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: March 14, 2022
Leander
United Kingdom
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Jill
United Kingdom
6 Reviews
The villa was absolutely beautiful and our host could not have been more helpful and friendly both before and throughout our stay. I cannot recommend this property and its host enough, by far the best villa we’ve stayed in on the island. It’s walking distance to the local store and to Marina Rubicon which has some amazing restaurants and bars. Need to get your steps in for all the amazing food and wine 🙂 The villa has everything you need and was like a home. The additional linens and towels smelt lovey ,clean and fresh (you don’t always get this in villas trust me) and it was just really well looked after and you could tell the owner is very proud of it as he should be. The complex it is in is gated, very secure and lovely and quiet area. There are respectful times of the day and evening to keep it down and this meant restful and undisturbed nights sleep. Just a lovely holiday and week in the winter sun. We will definitely be back!
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: November 29, 2021
John
United Kingdom
24 Reviews
Quiet location privacy pool facilities including washing machine and dish washer well equiped kitchen outside furniture two bathrooms even a yoga mat
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: January 31, 2020
Sarah
Ireland
6 Reviews
1 helpful vote
Villa was very clean very well laid out sunny private area with pool
Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 1, 2020
Lieve
Belgium
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Playa blanca, Canary Islands – Reviews
Tina Davis
1.
Private villa holiday in Playa Blanca
Weather:
4
Holiday:
4
Accommodation:
4
Food:
4
Nightlife:
2
Overall:
4
Weather
We travelled to Playa Blanca in October 2013, most days cloudy to start with, clouds moved over bringing glorious sunshine, lovely weather.
Holiday
Playa Blanca is a lovely place to stay, there is a great choice of restaurants and shops, great for families and the beaches are wonderful. We have booked a return trip in October 2014, can’t wait!
Places Recommended
Da Vinci’s restaurant in Playa Blanca, Italian at it’s best, service is wonderful, looks out on to the sea.
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Yes
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Tina Davis
Ann Wilde
2. fabulous fortnight !
Weather:
4
Holiday:
5
Accommodation:
5
Food:
5
Nightlife:
4
Overall:
5
Weather
The weather was excellent. We were there in early March. Lots of sun, a few clouds and 25mins of rain. Average temperature was about 24 -25. Perfect for getting about and /or lying about by the pool
Holiday
We stayed all inclusive in the Iberostar Papagayo.
Excellent hotel…we booked straight up to go back the same time next year.
Places Recommended
The “Plaice in the sun” a lovely little English fish and chip shop.
The market in the marina.
The lovely promenade that goes on for miles
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Yes
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Ann Wilde
Stephen Hall
3. Nearly 30yrs in Playa Blanca
Weather:
5
Holiday:
5
Accommodation:
5
Food:
5
Nightlife:
4
Overall:
5
Weather
Weather is normally good not as windy in Oct/Nov as other months. You can get some cloudy days and a few spots of rain but it does not last long! We normally get a really nice tan you just cannot beat it!
Holiday
My family and I have been going for nearly 30yrs as we have a timeshare in Playa Blanca ‘Las Casitas’ which we have a beautiful two bed villa a pool, tennis court and our own bar. It is only two minutes from the beaches and bars/shops etc. If you go to the Wimpen website we let out weeks to rent so you can see all timeshares are not a rip off!”!
Places Recommended
The marina in Playa Blanca has a market on Wednesday and Saturdays not only to buy gifts but sit and have a drink looking at all the wonderful boats! Eat at our favourite restaurant Romantica in the centre of Playa Blanca book a table first by the window looking out to sea……wonderful food!!
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Yes
Review by :
Stephen Hall
4.
Where was the sun in Playa Blance in July 2013
Weather:
3
Holiday:
5
Accommodation:
5
Food:
5
Nightlife:
4
Overall:
4
Weather
Hot but not sunny, very cloudy. (July 2013)
Holiday
Just returned from Playa Blanca and although the place is lovely,( my second visit), the weather was hot but overcast nearly every day. Could of done with seeing the little old sun in all its glory but believe me you can still get sunburned with it behind the clouds. Wind didnt bother me and was nice really, but lack of sunshine was disappointing. Pool took a long while to warm up.
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Yes
Review by :
Helen
5. Holiday in Playa Blanca
Weather:
4
Holiday:
5
Accommodation:
4
Food:
5
Nightlife:
1
Overall:
5
Weather
The first few days of the holiday were extremely windy. We have found that this is a very windy Island at the best of times, however the first 4 days were awful.
It has since grown extremely warm – too warm for my liking. Today is much cooler with a lovely breeze.
Holiday
Great as usual! It is our fourth stay in Playa Blanca during the last 18 months.
We ususally come for 2 weeks, however this time we are fortunate to stay for 3 weeks.
Fabulous restaurants, lovely people, quiet, no boy / girl gangs. Fabulous!
Places Recommended
To be honest, the only bad meal we have had here was at Casa Pedro’s, which came highly recommended. We ordered paella and this was served to us burned. On reflection we should have sent it back, however we ate around the burned bits.
Needless to say we have not re-visited.
The owner was grumpy – maybe this was a one off?
We find the new Italian on the hill (last restaurant on Maithe n road very good. It has only been open a month. The food is lovely.
Also Volcan Timanfaia along the front is excellent!
Recommend Playa blanca to others
Yes
Review by :
Helen
Jayne
6. Faro Park, Playa Blanca
Weather:
5
Holiday:
5
Accommodation:
5
Food:
5
Nightlife:
4
Overall:
5
Weather
We went in May 2010, and the weather was glorious! Went for 7 days and it was in the low 80’s everyday, a couple of days it was higher but there was always a welcoming breeze.
Holiday
We stayed in a villa with pool (via James villas) on the Faro Park Area, the villa was excellent in everyway, spotlessly clean, beds very comfortable, rep very helpful, pool cleaned once a week (By David.A Diamond!), really didn’t want to come home. Infact rebooked going back in Dec 2010…and May 2011!!!
PS. A short stroll to the end of the road and you’ll experience some unbelievably fabulous sunsets across the ocean.
Places Recommended
Everywhere! You wont be dissapointed whereever you go. Lighthouse cafe/bar, excellent meals great value for money, very friendly staff and ‘Fishy Friday’ is a must!!
Recommend Playa blanca to others
Yes
Review by :
Jayne
7.
2nd holiday in lanzarote
Weather:
4
Holiday:
5
Accommodation:
3
Food:
3
Nightlife:
4
Overall:
2
Weather
We arrived on the 19th November for a 2 week stay.
We stayed at the Sun Tropical Holiday Village.
Most of the 2 weeks was very sunny and warm. Couldn’t fault it.
Holiday
Good. Stayed at the Sun Tropical. Very clean, the poor maids must never stop.
The prices in the shop on the complex were astronomical. We knew prices had gone up but wow.
We stayed in Playa Blanca, nice place to stay.
Nice walk from the comlex to the beach at Papagayo.
Places Recommended
Timifaya.
A trip to Fuertaventura.
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Yes
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What To REALLY Expect If You Stay
Pros
Walking distance to the beach and many restaurants and bars
Spacious rooms with flat-screen TVs, terraces, and air-conditioning
Deluxe Rooms come with espresso machines and turndown service
Six pools, including a heated indoor one and two kiddy pools
Buffet restaurant serves a tasty international spread with regional specialties
Private restaurant and lounge for Deluxe All-inclusive guests
Daily activities for adults and children, plus evening shows
Spa with massage cabins, saunas, and steam room
Spacious fitness center with cardio and strength-training machines
One big meeting room and a business center with computers
Free outdoor parking and basic Wi-Fi throughout
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Cons
Standard Rooms lack mini-fridges and electric kettles
Fee for in-room safe
Half-board rate does not include use of spa or gym
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The 465-room Hesperia Playa Dorada is an upper-middle-range hotel whose greatest asset is its location across the promenade from a sandy beach and a short walk from Playa Blanca’s lively marina. The hotel has a full entertainment program for guests of all ages, but there is also a separate area for those seeking some relaxation, complete with a pool, bar, and deck for yoga and Pilates. Rooms are simple yet comfortable, with free Wi-Fi, quality beds, furnished terraces, and flat-screen TVs, however, Standard Rooms lack basics such as mini-fridges and electric kettles. The hotel has a two-tier all-inclusive package, the standard of which is somewhat limited, as it only offers free access to the spa, gym, and indoor pool once per stay. Families seeking something cheaper may want to compare rates at the h20 Lanzarote Princess.
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Family-friendly, all-inclusive resort with ample outdoor areas and lively atmosphere
Set in a big beachfront plot of land, the Hesperia Playa Dorada is a good option for those wanting a relaxing break in the sun. The hotel was built in the 1980s, and interiors range from simple and slightly dated to contemporary. Golden railings, generic wooden furniture, and off-white tiled floors combine with dark patio-style seating topped by fuchsia pillows in the lobby bar, and lime-green accents throughout to create overall pleasant (albeit chain-like) spaces. Additionally, the hotel has a two-tier all-inclusive system (half-board rates are also available), and the private areas for Deluxe guests have a more upmarket feel, with stylish decor in darker hues, and many extra services and freebies.
The hotel is popular with families and couples, and the atmosphere is lively, especially in the summer. While there is a separate area for guests seeking a more peaceful spot to relax — housing a pool and bar — couples wanting something even quieter may want to check out the adult-only h20 Sentido White Suites, which is right across the parking lot from the Hesperia. Families looking to splurge may prefer the neighboring Princesa Yaiza Suite Hotel Resort, featuring cute Canarian colonial-style suites, big pools, and a pleasant spa.
Note: The Hesperia Playa Dorada is currently undergoing extensive renovations both in common areas and rooms, and we were told that many features would be changing throughout 2018, so checking with the hotel before booking is advisable.
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Great beachfront location, a short walk from Playa Blanca’s lively marina
Hesperia Playa Dorada Hotel is located between Playa Blanca’s lively marina and the area’s main shopping street. The main entrance is at the end of the hotel’s parking lot, but the back entrance opens directly onto a long, sandy beach and the promenade, offering easy walking access to many bars, restaurants, and shops. It takes about 15 minutes to walk to Marina Rubicon, where guests can find a wide array of dining and shopping options, as well as a number of seaside lounges with live music. The hotel is about a 20-minute drive from Timanfaya National Park, and about a half-hour from Lanzarote Airport. On-site parking is available free of charge.
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Rooms
Spacious, comfortable rooms with basic amenities and pleasant terraces
The hotel has 465 rooms spread over two three-story buildings surrounded by gardens. Laminate floors, big windows, and clean lines make rooms feel clean and uncluttered, but the blond-wood furniture and green accents are a bit plain and dated. All rooms have furnished terraces, but only those in the main building have sea views; the rest overlook either the parking lot, gardens, or road. Standard amenities are somewhat limited for a hotel in this price range, consisting of flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, hairdryers, and air-conditioning. Unfortunately, lower-category rooms lack mini-fridges and kettles, and safes require a fee. Superior Rooms come with sofa beds, robes, and slippers, while Family Rooms can sleep up to four guests. Bathrooms are clean and straightforward in all, with shower/tub combos, marble-like counters, and an array of toiletries.
Deluxe Rooms come with a number of great perks, including more contemporary decor in earth tones, espresso machines, bigger beds, iPod docks, and daily turndown service with delicious snacks, including sweets, fresh fruit, and big platters of Iberian ham. Wi-Fi was average in our room, but worked better in common areas, and upgrades to faster, more reliable internet access are available for a fee.
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Features
Two restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools, spa, and entertainment
The hotel has one main restaurant for all guests, serving a varied buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and a private restaurant for Deluxe guests open for breakfast and dinner only. Food is better at the Deluxe restaurant, with a wider variety, additional fresh products, and better quality overall, but food at the main restaurant is still tasty. The Hesperia offers half-board rates, plus standard and Deluxe all-inclusive packages, the latter of which includes a wide range of great perks, including a private lounge with free drinks and snacks, and a private area by the pool with newer loungers and free snacks.
There are five outdoor pools on-site, including a quieter one with a kiddy section in the back of the hotel. There is an additional heated indoor pool, but it is only free for all-inclusive guests, and even then, only Deluxe guests have unlimited access. A sauna, steam room, and whirlpool are available at the spa, which also offers a wide array of massages and salon services. The fitness center is equipped with enough cardio and strength-training machines for a full workout, and there are always daily fitness activities available as part of the full entertainment program. The kids’ club also offers a few activities per day for children between 4 and 12 years of age.
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Family-friendly, all-inclusive resort with ample outdoor areas and lively atmosphere
Set in a big beachfront plot of land, the Hesperia Playa Dorada is a good option for those wanting a relaxing break in the sun. The hotel was built in the 1980s, and interiors range from simple and slightly dated to contemporary. Golden railings, generic wooden furniture, and off-white tiled floors combine with dark patio-style seating topped by fuchsia pillows in the lobby bar, and lime-green accents throughout to create overall pleasant (albeit chain-like) spaces. Additionally, the hotel has a two-tier all-inclusive system (half-board rates are also available), and the private areas for Deluxe guests have a more upmarket feel, with stylish decor in darker hues, and many extra services and freebies.
The hotel is popular with families and couples, and the atmosphere is lively, especially in the summer. While there is a separate area for guests seeking a more peaceful spot to relax — housing a pool and bar — couples wanting something even quieter may want to check out the adult-only h20 Sentido White Suites, which is right across the parking lot from the Hesperia. Families looking to splurge may prefer the neighboring Princesa Yaiza Suite Hotel Resort, featuring cute Canarian colonial-style suites, big pools, and a pleasant spa.
Note: The Hesperia Playa Dorada is currently undergoing extensive renovations both in common areas and rooms, and we were told that many features would be changing throughout 2018, so checking with the hotel before booking is advisable.
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Great beachfront location, a short walk from Playa Blanca’s lively marina
Hesperia Playa Dorada Hotel is located between Playa Blanca’s lively marina and the area’s main shopping street. The main entrance is at the end of the hotel’s parking lot, but the back entrance opens directly onto a long, sandy beach and the promenade, offering easy walking access to many bars, restaurants, and shops. It takes about 15 minutes to walk to Marina Rubicon, where guests can find a wide array of dining and shopping options, as well as a number of seaside lounges with live music. The hotel is about a 20-minute drive from Timanfaya National Park, and about a half-hour from Lanzarote Airport. On-site parking is available free of charge.
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Spacious, comfortable rooms with basic amenities and pleasant terraces
The hotel has 465 rooms spread over two three-story buildings surrounded by gardens. Laminate floors, big windows, and clean lines make rooms feel clean and uncluttered, but the blond-wood furniture and green accents are a bit plain and dated. All rooms have furnished terraces, but only those in the main building have sea views; the rest overlook either the parking lot, gardens, or road. Standard amenities are somewhat limited for a hotel in this price range, consisting of flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, hairdryers, and air-conditioning. Unfortunately, lower-category rooms lack mini-fridges and kettles, and safes require a fee. Superior Rooms come with sofa beds, robes, and slippers, while Family Rooms can sleep up to four guests. Bathrooms are clean and straightforward in all, with shower/tub combos, marble-like counters, and an array of toiletries.
Deluxe Rooms come with a number of great perks, including more contemporary decor in earth tones, espresso machines, bigger beds, iPod docks, and daily turndown service with delicious snacks, including sweets, fresh fruit, and big platters of Iberian ham. Wi-Fi was average in our room, but worked better in common areas, and upgrades to faster, more reliable internet access are available for a fee.
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Two restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools, spa, and entertainment
The hotel has one main restaurant for all guests, serving a varied buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and a private restaurant for Deluxe guests open for breakfast and dinner only. Food is better at the Deluxe restaurant, with a wider variety, additional fresh products, and better quality overall, but food at the main restaurant is still tasty. The Hesperia offers half-board rates, plus standard and Deluxe all-inclusive packages, the latter of which includes a wide range of great perks, including a private lounge with free drinks and snacks, and a private area by the pool with newer loungers and free snacks.
There are five outdoor pools on-site, including a quieter one with a kiddy section in the back of the hotel. There is an additional heated indoor pool, but it is only free for all-inclusive guests, and even then, only Deluxe guests have unlimited access. A sauna, steam room, and whirlpool are available at the spa, which also offers a wide array of massages and salon services. The fitness center is equipped with enough cardio and strength-training machines for a full workout, and there are always daily fitness activities available as part of the full entertainment program. The kids’ club also offers a few activities per day for children between 4 and 12 years of age.
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10.0Excellent
We have just spent 10 days at the hotel with our 2 older children (11 & 16) there was so …
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United Kingdom 16/07/2022
We have just spent 10 days at the hotel with our 2 older children (11 & 16) there was so much to do for children of all ages, the animation team were fantastic especially Jason who’s enthusiasm was infectious. Daily fun and games and evening entertainment. The rooms were beautiful from the outside so pretty, and clean and spacious inside with everything you need, the cleaners came daily with fresh towels.
The food was delicious, always something different and good for fussy kids. The theme nights were especially good with lots of variety.
Staff were all friendly and polite and always willing to help. Bar and pool staff were just as nice and always getting involved in the fun. We would defiantly 100% stay here again
United Kingdom16/07/2022
10.0Excellent
We returned home from a two week stay last night and miss it already!
The food is fantastic!
The staff …
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England 30/06/2022
We returned home from a two week stay last night and miss it already!
The food is fantastic!
The staff are amazing! My 5 year old daughter loved chatting to the manager and the animation team were awesome!
The bungalows were clean and the cleaning staff really friendly, you couldn’t ask for more.
Club Playa Blanca we will be back!
England30/06/2022
10.0Excellent
Just got back from a week stay here – absolutely loved it. The bungalows are lovely and clean. They have …
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England 28/06/2022
Just got back from a week stay here – absolutely loved it. The bungalows are lovely and clean. They have everything you need – tv with English channels, fridge, kettle etc. We booked all inclusive and really glad we did! All of the meal times had so many different options, including several vegetarian choices. The snack bar in the day time by the pool was great and we thoroughly enjoyed the all inclusive drinks!
The staff were really friendly and approachable. The pool was clean and a good size.
The activity staff were brilliant and worked so hard putting on fun things for the kids and adults to do during the day, there was also evening entertainment which included bingo night, quiz night, karaoke and circus skills. All very good to watch with a nice cocktail!
It was also lovely to see there was a “cat house” for the many cats living in the area, we saw lots more of these cat houses out and about. It’s nice to see them being cared for and fed rather than treated as pests.
England28/06/2022
10.0Excellent
Great holiday great location the only down fall the breakfast were cold the voided eggs were runny and cold and . ..
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England 28/06/2022
Great holiday great location the only down fall the breakfast were cold the voided eggs were runny and cold and ther was nobody on to complain to
England28/06/2022
10.0Excellent
We stayed at this excellent venue from 4 June 2022 until 15 June 2022.From arrival until leaving we absolutely loved …
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United Kingdom 23/06/2022
We stayed at this excellent venue from 4 June 2022 until 15 June 2022.From arrival until leaving we absolutely loved it. The bungalow was great (No 709), the facilities were brilliant. The food was varied, lots of choice, the swimming pools were of a good size, and although we didnt have any children with us, the facilities and entertainment for children were first rate. Would like to mention one particular member of staff, SAM , who was on the reception desk most days. She was so helpful, particularly when I had a problem with my phone, and was always cheerful, obliging, and like the rest of the staff made our stay a happy one, thank you Sam! A wonderful place to stay, good location, will definitely go there again. Thank you Club Playa Blanca. Sue and Gerry Perkins.
United Kingdom23/06/2022
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We have just returned from a fantastic family holiday in Club Playa Blanca. The bungalows were beautiful and peaceful, cleaned …
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Ireland 13/06/2022
We have just returned from a fantastic family holiday in Club Playa Blanca. The bungalows were beautiful and peaceful, cleaned every day and set in lovely gardens. We were beside the enclosed soccer pitch which was great for our boys to play in. Breakfast and lunch was great ,so much choice and also lunch was served at the pool bar. It’s about a 10 minute walk down to Playa Blanca and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Ireland13/06/2022
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Have read a lot of reviews about Rio Player hotel & can’t understand why people have written bad reports… Had …
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Uk 28/03/2022
Have read a lot of reviews about Rio Player hotel & can’t understand why people have written bad reports… Had a great holiday here Sefton 20/3/22. Lovely clean rooms that were cleaned everyday with clean fresh towels. Fantastic selections of good for breakfast lunch & dinners. All clean round the pool Areas. Would highly recommend this place.
Uk28/03/2022
9.0Excellent
We had a fabulous holiday here
Hotel so clean Staff so friendly
Food outstanding , different varieties every day
Full …
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United Kingdom 15/09/2021
We had a fabulous holiday here
Hotel so clean Staff so friendly
Food outstanding , different varieties every day
Full English Breakfast Bacon Delicious
every thing i tried was amazing and tasty
great selection of beers wine all help yourself during day
loved the bar on the rooftop Pedro was so friendly and so were all the lovely staff
Animation team were fantastic keeping the children entertained
even the shop keeper was so friendly could do enough for you helped pump up all the kids inflatables
Plenty of sunbeds it was a no hassle hotel
Bungalow was so modern only thing missing was an iron
Had a fridge hairdryer the rooms were so lovely
The pools were brilliant and the splash area was fantastic for the children even got me on the slides
the Amphitheatre was huge they did shows every night it was brilliant
I haven’t a bad thing to say about this hotel everything was so perfect
United Kingdom15/09/2021
9. 0Excellent
We had a fantastic time whilst staying at the hotel. Staff were very friendly and were always on hand if …
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England 14/03/2020
We had a fantastic time whilst staying at the hotel. Staff were very friendly and were always on hand if we needed any assistance. I can honestly say I cant fault the hotel.
Only issue was the guys taking photos who stopped us and took photos and when we looked at them later in the evening started pushing us to spend 240 euros for the photos we choose. Unsurprisingly we didn’t buy them and the guy became quite irritated and started to offer us ” tonight only ” deals. After the chap said I didn’t value my son I just walked off.
England14/03/2020
10.0Excellent
By far the best holiday We have been on, everything to do with the children, the staff made our holiday …
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Wales 03/03/2020
By far the best holiday We have been on, everything to do with the children, the staff made our holiday complete mario was the best entertainment for the children, and it is a very friendly clean and safe environment, I will come back again soon, what a shame to be going home, mario got all the children up and got them doing games all day, we will miss him very much
Wales03/03/2020
10. 0Excellent
Hello Rio,
The hotel Rio Playa Blanca was excellent. The location amazing. The hotel amazing value and staff lovely. Met …
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England 11/02/2020
Hello Rio,
The hotel Rio Playa Blanca was excellent. The location amazing. The hotel amazing value and staff lovely. Met some cool people too… Sooo… The calibre of guests good too ;). Food is great… Yes the pools aren’t boiling… Most aren’t… Its not a hot tub.. Jump in and have fun. 🙂 Special mention to a few of the girls in the animation team. Ella thought you were cool. 🙂
England11/02/2020
10.0Excellent
We have just returned from a week’s stay at your beautiful hotel. We tried the Thematic restaurant, found them to …
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United Kingdom 31/01/2020
We have just returned from a week’s stay at your beautiful hotel. We tried the Thematic restaurant, found them to be too hectic, your food is brought out far too quickly, both restaurants lack atmosphere.
The rest of the hotel was lovely I know you were testing having the entertainment in the lobby bar. May I suggest you either revert to the old way or perhaps use the sport bar. It was far too noisy in the lobby bar and majority of your guests would welcome some peaceful time in the evening. In saying that perhaps some low key piped music for background entertainment . We will come back.
Peggy James
United Kingdom31/01/2020
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The Hotel The Mirador Papagayo is located in the Playa Blanca neighborhood of southern Lanzarote and only a 10-minute walk from Playa Blanca Marina. The ferry to Fuerteventura is less than two miles away and a supermarket is a five-minute walk from the hotel. This air-conditioned hotel is 13 miles from Lanzarote Airport and 25 miles from Puerto del Rosario Airport. The non-smoking establishment offers 291 guestrooms and suites.
All rooms were recently renovated and offer a functional, modern design. The traditional double room offers two beds and a private terrace with a view. Also included are complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, a television, kettle, safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with toiletries, bathtub, and hairdryer. The family room offers a separate living space along with an equipped kitchen and a terrace with furniture. There is a microwave, a refrigerator, stovetop, and kitchen utensils. Some rooms have access to the Privilege Lounge with snacks, beverages, an Internet corner, and large-screen television.
Buffet Lancelot is available on-site, where guests can enjoy a restaurant buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There is also a pool and lobby bar that serves snacks and beverages for guests enjoying the sun and sand. Other restaurants in the area include Café Terraza, Simple & Natural, and Casa Carlos.
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C/ Las Palmas, 5, 35570 Playa Blanca, Lanzarote
Castillo de las Coloradas0.4 mi
Marina Rubicon0.7 mi
Playa Blanca1.1 mi
Papagayo Beach2.5 mi
Montana Roja2.2 mi
Faro de Punta Pechiguera4.1 mi
Atalaya de Femes4.3 mi
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Hotel The Mirador Papagayo is located at C/ Las Palmas, 5, 1.5 miles from the center of Playa Blanca. Castillo de las Coloradas is the closest landmark to Hotel The Mirador Papagayo.
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Yes, Hotel The Mirador Papagayo offers free Wi-Fi.
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Hotel The Mirador Papagayo is 13.6 miles from Arrecife Lanzarote. Hotel The Mirador Papagayo is 28.3 miles from Puerto del Rosario Fuerteventura.
Yes, Hotel The Mirador Papagayo has a pool onsite.
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Belinda D.
2222222222222222222222 amenities Helpful staff Super food / choice of restaurants / food fresh / varied and plentiful High end bar – great Definitely a great hotel. will be back! * However a sign is required, very small for a huge hotel, luckily the night guard came to our rescue – our hero!
Scott D.
07/18/2022
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Amazing place to stay and the Royal Elite package is worth it, amazing view from the balcony. The fact that it’s a big place means you feel like you’re not on top of everyone else and it’s a relaxed vibe.
Jessica R.
07/08/2022
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First time visiting this hotel and it won’t be our last, we are currently on day 5 of our 7 night stay. What a fantastic hotel, the entertainment team is amazing, the food is great. I cannot recommend it enough.
Eileen F.
07/04/2022
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This is our third visit. The entertainment team is absolutely great, the staff is friendly, the food is good and the location is great. 💕💕💕
Dave W.
05.05.2022
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Great place. I can’t find the folre.
Terrie P.
04/07/2022
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We had a great time, the view from the window is amazing and the hotel was lovely and clean everything was great staff, we are very hospitable and friendly can’t wait for next year.
Georgios G.
03/14/2022
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This is the 3rd time we stay at Sandoz and I recommend for families and couples. The staff is very friendly and the hotel is spotless very clean.
Claire F. G.
03/12/2022
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Absolutely fabulous here great staff and amazing food.
Janette G.
03/06/2022
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Really friendly, helpful staff who work really hard! the food was good and would definitely recommend the royal elite upgrade! worth the extra. Would stop here again.
Amanda C.
01/30/2022
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Lovely stay, great staff, very friendly atmosphere. Variety of food. Let’s go back.
Anna W.
11/22/2021
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Lovely clean rooms comfy beds, food was very good spoiled for choice. Lots of sun loungers around the pools will definitely come back.
Wayne L.
11/18/2021
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Lovely hotel, excellent food selection, food and drink available 24 hours. The selection of pools is excellent.
Leanne R.
08/10/2021
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Absolutely amazing place, friendly and helpful staff. The food is excellent and varied. The children’s animation team is always fantastic. 4th time here and will be back next year.
Susan W.
08/04/2021
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Absolutely brilliant, good location friendly staff, very clean definitely stay here again,
Elena S.
02/05/2021
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Very spacious openings and very large terraces. Swimming pool for adults only.
Edward R.
12/09/2020
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Fantastic resort. The staff couldn’t do more for you. Keep coming back 5 times to date will definitely book for 2021. Stay safe and look forward to seeing you all soon.
Amanda M.
09/09/2020
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A magical holiday, the first time I’ve ever been abroad alone with my daughter and it was amazing! entertainment for kids and adults was great and must say the staff worked so hard with these unprecedented times, I felt safer here than in the UK! we can’t wait to come back Thank you Sandos xxx.
Jane C.
08/24/2020
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6th visit and still as wonderful as ever Make every effort to keep staff and guests safe. Well done Sandoz.
Craig S.
07/27/2020
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Great effort to buy all staff to keep guests happy.
Yurena A.
24.07.2020
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Beautiful view of the beach, calmness, kindness. Recommended!
Annabel S.
27.04.2020
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Great vacation! Really enjoyed it, been 4 times each time, was amazing, great staff, food and facilities, really clean!
Christine O.
3/18/2020
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Lovely staff rooms and food but too big for us.
Danna T.
03/14/2020
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Always perfect, great staff and service.
Ann J.
1/26/2020
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Great location, super friendly staff, good facilities that are thoughtful too,
Rachel B.
11/23/2019
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Stayed here for 1 week. This is a fantastic location, the staff is very friendly and the free shuttle to nearby Playa Blanca was great. We stayed at Royal Elite which gives you access to premium drinks and sea views. You also get breakfast and dinner at the waiter’s restaurant which was a nice touch. The rooms are excellent for a 4 star hotel. Very spacious rooms and a balcony with tea/coffee making facilities and water replenished daily. Highly recommended. We didn’t book a party this time but found Jet2 rap very friendly and full of local information.
Ian C.
10/17/2019
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Fantastic hotel, food and service second to none staff very friendly and helpful in every way. The pools and surroundings are spotlessly clean. The rooms are very comfortable. Slept well at night.
Bethan W.
10/11/2019
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Absolutely amazing! Our second visit to the sandos hotel Papagayo, great view, great rooms, great staff, all inclusive! The first time we visited was our first holiday as a couple, now we are back on our honeymoon as we knew we would have a great time! The animation team, reception, bar and staff did not let us down! I highly recommend to anyone and everyone XXX.
Linda M.
10/09/2019
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Beautiful place, very clean, friendly staff, rooms are amazing and the food is good just wish the beach was sandy. I give it a 4.9 out of 5.
Sarah T. W. B.
8/19/2019
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Just returned from an amazing trip. Friendly staff, great facilities and great location. Would definitely like to return.
Shaun-liam G.
08/15/2019
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Wonderful hotel, friendly staff and luxurious amenities.
Nick R.
08/09/2019
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Great place. This is our second visit so it should be good. Great selection of food and quality.
Michel S.
09/04/2018
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Good hotel, good food and drinks are good if you have an elite package. But please repair the elevator next to the SPA is not nice when you have a child and have to go the whole hotel to eat. And one more thing do not rent a car at the hotel! Its a scam you will pay 3 times more to go next to the hyper dino next to the hotel.
Tom K.
08/14/2018
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Amazing place. 4 pools with adults only pool and hotub. Food wise, food is amazing. They never run out of food and clear tables almost immediately. The diner, however, is not always open. It opens at 8am and closes at 6pm before reopening around 10:30pm.
The hotel room is excellent, with two beds and a large bathroom. If you have a family/group of five or more, you will need at least two rooms. In a room for a family of four, you only get two beds. The TV is great for late night entertainment as it has English and Spanish channels.
There is absolutely fantastic entertainment at the ‘chill out’ bar. Singers, dancers and demonstrations every night. There is also a theater that does some shows, perfect for little kids.
There is also a good sea view. In addition, there is a swimming pool where many activities take place; such as dancing and “handball”
Overall I would recommend this place to all ages as there are many memories to be made!
Juan G.
08/11/2018
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Great hotel. Exquisite treatment from great professionals. It’s all inclusive, which for a little more hires an elite service, and you have some extras that are really worth it. A place to relax and forget about the day you live. Ideal for couples. There is a family, but quiet children do not worry. Animation 10
Dave P.
07/22/2018
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Reception very helpful and friendly. The outrageous stay at the hotel was very eventful. Arrived late due to lost luggage at the airport. So ruined the start of holiday . The place has lost its charm. The food was disappointing. Crowding restaurant. Lack of cleaning in the bar. The table was not erased correctly. Many needs, maintenance needs to be done. The food was disappointing.
Jackie P.
07/16/2018
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Great place can’t fault it at all. Only advice will give to go for the elite is totally worth the money. Having worked in an environment in my youth in a place similar to this, I have to appreciate all the staff… from housekeeping/bar staff to entertainment, they all work very hard. Great vacation.
Colin P.
6/15/2018
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We chose this hotel at the last minute, usually based on reviews from ‘TripAdvisor’ and ‘Google Reviews’ and must say we were not disappointed at all!
Everything was perfect from start to finish.
We had a great sea view from our room which was very clean, modern and spacious with very comfortable beds! Lots of lovely pools to choose from and more than enough space and sun loungers not to worry about ‘hoggers’ reserving them for a change!
Staff we are always polite and very attentive nothing was too much trouble at all during our entire stay while we were out for my partners birthday the cleaners must have seen the birthday card I received her and very kindly left a bottle of sparkling in our room when we got back from the pool which was a wonderful gesture and much appreciated so thank you ‘Papagayo Hotel’!
The food was generally very good and there were plenty of choices throughout our stay plus access to snacks and drinks all day when the restaurant was closed.
For an all inclusive resort this did not disappoint in any way. The drinks were all very tasty, including wine and beer which made a nice change from some places!
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Adrienne H.
06/12/2018
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Another nice stay at the sandos Papagayo. We stayed in the beautiful Royal Elite Room Commune of the Sea. Newly privileges include a private dining room for breakfast and dinner plus 2 private lounges for drinks. Branded self-service drinks. The staff is professional but friendly Well done Sandoz – we will be back (again!)
Michel T.
06/07/2018
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Creating a dream with an exceptional view. Quality infrastructure. The staff could be more attentive on some details (ex: full ashtray by the pool at 9am = not empty from the day before).
Feli R. C.
05/12/2018
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This is the second time I stay at this hotel and for me it is the best on the island. With all inclusive you don’t miss anything. Fun, tranquility, great views, food, pools, beach… Staff were very friendly and helpful, Rooms were clean and comfortable. Activities for kids, shows for adults, International cuisine, Mexican, Asian, Italian… Very close to Playa Blanca and with free shuttle buses. On this occasion, after spending more than 6 nights of stay, Airport-Hotel Transfer and vice versa, offers it free of charge in the same hotel. We will of course repeat for the third time.
Mick G.
5/12/2018
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The hotel is clean, well appointed and the staff is great. If you go ROYAL Elite it’s well worth the extra money with a superior sea view room and two elite lounges open until 11:30pm. Great food and good atmosphere around the place.
Adriana V. L.
04/26/2018
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Somewhat confusing circulation through the complex. Very friendly staff. Comfortable and spacious rooms. Beautiful landscapes of Lanzarote, although there is no gardening in the resort: very poor in foliage; flowers and vegetation!
R. F.
04/26/2018
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Good hotel, good location. Great staff, food too, amenities, some needed refurbishment but they were already on it. Hotel that I have recommended and that I also recommend.
Ben T.
04/24/2018
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Fantastic hotel, clean with lots of amenities, friendly staff. Lots of food and drinks to choose from, great view from the room. Worth upgrading to the Royal Elite package for the best drinks and private bars/restaurants.
Sarah B.
4/24/2018
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The hotel was clean, nice rooms, excellent food and an excellent pool area. The staff were very helpful. The hotel is located in a quiet area and therefore you have to walk around 30 minutes to get to the Rubicon marina where there are shops and restaurants.
Peter K.
04/21/2018
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Great hotel. Very good number. Great view from the terrace. Very satisfied. Would like to come back.
Heike K.
04/18/2018
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Very good facility, the room is large and very nice.
Stéphane R.
18.04.2018
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Beautiful and impressive hotel! I booked for a week in an all inclusive sea view room for 3 around mid March or it was 23 degrees we had a nice week. On the other hand, the French, they don’t know too much, we met two people who speak French well. So either you have to speak German or English. If you want to go, for example, in Playa Blanca there is either a bus that takes you free of charge, or you can walk, there is a path that runs along the sea to the bottom. Then for other places, I advise you to take a rental car, because the taxis I still find are a bit expensive, even if it’s cheaper than in France. Go to Majeres beach and another next one, it’s worth it, to the minuses Puddle beach, it’s without more. If you want to get around the island and do tours of volcanoes or beaches or even villages, I advise you to take half board as we couldn’t do volcanoes or other villages in the north. In addition, we have made the village of Puerto del Carmen, a good young atmosphere, nightclub, bar, shops and casinos, but also a nice beach.
Gloria L.
04/16/2018
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Very good quality in price. Quiet and familiar. Great food and the staff are all very friendly.
Dolores B.
04/14/2018
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Quiet hotel. Excellent staff Varied and plentiful food. Will.
Luigia F.
04/14/2018
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Cozy and well clean. Attentive staff to customer needs.
Adam B.
04/08/2018
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Excellent, friendly staff, good selection of food. The view from the hotel is amazing. In April during the school holidays, sun loungers were difficult to arrive in the middle of the day. Our room was clean, however there was a small minor leak in the hallway ceiling and the wooden divider between adjacent balconies was loose. I would happily stay here again.
Herve C.
04/01/2018
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Currently on site for the second time and it’s getting better. Especially in the Royal Elite. Excellent!
Laurent G.
03/31/2018
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1 week here what out of happiness bar service restaurant reception female rooms everything for a pleasant stay my wife and I are very happy and we will return to this hotel thanks to the management to pass this message on to interested people live for 6 days p richins friendship and gratitude to all.
Andrew M.
3/31/2018
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Sandos Papagayo is one of the best hotels we have had the pleasure of staying at. We booked the Royal Elite for our 40th wedding anniversary and we were not disappointed. Everything was spot on and the staff were so nice nothing was a problem for them always ready and willing to help as well. Can’t fault anything about the place. How the song goes is just better than anything else. Ha.
Peter V. E.
03/26/2018
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Very good hotel. The rooms are very good (building c). We had the Royal Elite package. The extra bar and lounge that came with it was very nice. The food was ok. Not very special or exotic.
Michel F.
03/19/2018
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Not bad on all good food a bit big like sophisticated nice view good value for money.
Ines H.
03/17/2018
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We stayed as a couple in February 2018 at Sandos Papagayo Beach Resort. The hotel is located on Papagayo beaches and Playa de Las Coloradas. We were greeted by the staff (multilingual). The hotel had a good mix of all nations. Our room was generous as was the double bed, we had a balcony overlooking the beaches of Papagayo. The bathroom was fitted with a bathtub with a shower head, a double sink sink and; I found it very large, under the vanity was a huge drawer for all personal items. The cleaning staff were friendly and we got fresh towels every day to make out of the room. The resort has several swimming pools, only family pools are heated. The adults only pool was quiet and you always found a dock. A positive mention is that there were no sofa reservations and it was not tolerable either. With the towel card you can pick up 2 bath towels at the spa and as often as you want to change the freshness. The hotel has 4 bars, one of which has just been refurbished. The largest bar is Canario with a huge balcony overlooking the sea. Then there is the pool bar where drinks are just filled with ice slush, the snack bar is located opposite: Opening hours from 11:00-18:00 pm and from 20:00-08:00 in the morning. Every early riser could have coffee, cappuccino, tea, beer, wine and soft drinks, as well as sandwiches or other light snacks.
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Werner C.
03/17/2018
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Large, spacious complex. Lots of space, but eg locked escape doors. The room with triple occupancy is a bit cramped, there is not enough stool in the bathroom, the place for it is available. All in all, a good, recommended facility.
Sergio B.
03/13/2018
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The perfect hotel to stay if you are going to visit the island. This hotel has a large swimming pool and offers several services available if you stay here. One of its buildings has a free buffet where you can go for breakfast as well as lunch and dinner and there is a wide variety of dishes and different types of food to choose from. If you haven’t eaten when the buffet closes, you can eat at the local pool, which serves rich food and has pancakes for dessert, a rare thing in other places where food is served. The sea view makes it a unique and charming place.
Lisa W.
3/12/2018
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Just returned from this beautiful resort and had such a great time. Stayed at the Royal Elite section and had a beautiful sea view and really lovely modern rooms with tea, coffee, chocolates, sweets, fridge with pop and water all replenished daily. Bathrobe and slippers, bottle of champagne upon arrival! The food in the high end restaurant was excellent, freshly prepared and very varied. The Mexican restaurant was also good. The grounds and pools are wonderful. You can always get a sunbed by the pool or on the beautiful sunterraces overlooking the sea. There are several bars for all tastes. Including royal high-end bars where you can help yourself with signature drinks. Very nice! The Liverpool team and fun animations worked hard to keep everyone entertained day and night with lots of activities to join in and put on some fabulous shows. Very Professional. All the staff at this hotel are very friendly and hardworking. The resort is huge but always kept clean. We look forward to seeing you next year. Thank you.
David Y.
03/07/2018
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Lovely clean hotel. Very friendly staff, always ready to help. The spa was also first class and the girls were excellent. Had a deep tissue massage and it was fantastic. You need to try. Couldnt wine drinks or different spirits available. The food was a good different variety in every meal, couldn’t fault it. In all a very relaxing time was in a very nice and pleasant resort. Be sure to visit again.
Meike H.
03/01/2018
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Nice hotel which in my opinion should have been refurbished from the outside. The balconies were badly weathered, the pool tiles were partially missing joints. The beach fence looks like a construction fence. The mini golf course is also weathered. The room was very clean and the breakfast was very good. Unfortunately they only heat two of the four pools. The pool for adults is unfortunately only 18 degrees. We booked the Royal Elite Club which is also urgently needed to get some rest. Here you can eat in a smaller circle. The halls are also beautiful. We missed a nice cocktail bar with freshly made amazing cocktails. Long drinks we were able to mix ourselves at any time. The hotel is visited by more than 90% with English. The conclusion is that we expected more…
Jonny B.
02/26/2018
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Amazing resort. Great food and variety of options. The staff is very friendly and makes you feel welcome. Make sure you upgrade to ‘Royal Elite’ or request ‘Superior Sea View’ as they have been recently upgraded and are very modern. The resort is kept very clean and I can’t fault anything about how it runs. There was plenty of room to sunbathe around any of the 3 pools. Free Wi-Fi and great sea views from the balcony. We would definitely visit again!
Senex D.
02/22/2018
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The hotel is very good. The staff were very friendly and helpful. However, with some disadvantages. The so-called Fusion Restaurant leaves much to be desired. Asian food? Not shrimp in the buffet and in sight are the privileges of some “sick” who only with the role of a doctor are provided meals on demand outside the buffet while celebrating drinking wine and eating top quality food while being in the eyes of other customers S. If the doctor recommended I would like shrimp, salmon and shellfish to return to “Fusion Restaurant”, but for healthy people, I repeat, it leaves much to be desired. A greeting for morrofinos who blackmail hotel service with their “sickness” and another for those who allow it.
Sandrin T.
02/20/2018
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Very good stay, view of a beautiful room. The hotel is excellent, the room, the restaurant, the welcome, the staff. Everything is respected. We’ll be back.
Jane W.
2/19/2018
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Just returned from one week at Sandos Papagayo Beach Resort. Although the weather was not as good as we had hoped, the hotel did not disappoint. The staff throughout were friendly, helpful and professional. The hotel was immaculate throughout. Various places to relax or have a snack or a drink. The food in the main restaurant was exceptional, in fact the best we have had in any other hotel. The pools were spacious and the sun loungers in the adult area were comfortable. Pool towels were provided and changed daily if needed. We stayed in room x1010 and loved the location. The room was spacious and comfortable. Bathroom with walk in shower and ample storage appreciated. This was our first visit but can’t wait to return.
Sergio C.
2/15/2018
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I just came and went to have lunch at the diner. Menu: San Jacobos De Al noon for microwave heating. Hot dog with tough bread and microwave sausage. And the last tough one for sandwich and bread… You don’t know how it was… Now we go into the room. We arrived three people, two adults and one child. The bed of an unprepared child, and it is 1:45 in the morning. We called the front desk and told him what happened, we apologize and soon you brought us sheets and fixtures. When I unrolled the bed there was a variety of rubbish. I will complain tomorrow. For four stars now, nothing at all.
Marino C.
2/14/2018
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This is a great place, good people to visit without a doubt!
Marcin M.
02.02.2018
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We spent our honeymoon here. We had a nice welcome with OD bottles of champagne. Gifts like, which is very nice. The whole facility is amazing and it’s great placed. Papagayo beach is very close. The people there are very helpful and kind. The room was beautiful and comfortable – always clean. And the food was amazing. I need to visit this place again! 🙂 Love the cats there!
Aurélie V.
01/29/2018
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Great location We were however a bit disappointed with the variety of the midday buffet and the few services paid on top of everything. But the staff is helpful and the place is beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay.
Giovanna64
01/09/2018
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This hotel is close to the most beautiful beaches on the island. To visit all this simply rent a car and in an hour and a half you will reach the farthest point. The hotel is nice and very well maintained, the staff is always nice. The cuisine is good and very varied. So many dishes cooked at the moment.
Ivan D.
01/06/2018
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We are regular customers. We are very satisfied. This is a site that is constantly updated. I have already sent many people who were very happy.
Alicia P.
01/05/2018
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This is an exciting place… the deal in the restaurants and with the animation people is excellent… the only cleanliness of Q leaves enough to be desired in the room. But I’m giving it 5 stars because I insist that the animation and restoration deserve it for a lot of attention.
Jo H.
12/21/2017
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Photos are better than reality, the room was very nice, everything was clean, a lot of pensioners in mid-December, not all the bar were open, the animation was good, the food was delicious but not varied.
Louise M.
12/14/2017
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This hotel was beautiful. Quick registration. All rooms are very close to the main reception. The food was good, good variety and the menu changed daily. The Fusion restaurant is great. Eastern night was a bit disappointing as there was no curry! However, the Mexican night was amazing and the food was excellent! The room was lovely (never went to the Royal Elite) but felt as if we had never missed anything. And cleaned daily. The staff is very friendly especially the Fusion manager who was very helpful when our order was lost. The spa was good, not too busy so could relax easily. In general, I highly recommend. The animation team was great with the young ones. Tips: If you are a sun worshiper, get a free towel from reception and reserve a sun lounger. At some points during the day, there were towels on all the sun loungers and I had nowhere to lie. (One guest told me that people leave towels on the sun lounger all day but don’t use the facility). Teguise Market on Sunday is a must! An absolutely wonderful day. We opted for the local bus service but would advise booking via REP as this bus is really busy (and there is only 1). Great vacation and great weather.
Yanylolete
12/10/2017
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We remain neither a couple nor me. The service is excellent as well as the attention. We arrived very early, from the first moment, despite the time and not having the right to use the building. We started using the facilities and they are all inclusive. Glad and completely grateful. It exceeded everything we expected. The rooms are like living in an apartment with a terrace, all luxurious.
Maria C.
12/07/2017
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There is no better place to go on vacation. Come as a couple or with children. The food is amazing and varied. But the best thing is the hotel staff, Customer service is exceptional. Unfortunately there are only five stars because I gave it 10.
Giovanny P.
04.12.2017
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Fantastic hotel we stayed for a week and we had great animation all the staff in general , thank you X, will make us have a great honeymoon many thanks to the whole team.
Taty T.
12/02/2017
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Excellent service. Piluty. Good food.
Ollie J
11/26/2017
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Had a nice stay here in a junior suite (I forgot the exact name of the room) on the Royal Elite Range. The room was nice and spacious but not particularly clean and the baby cot was in a terrible state, after calling reception they fixed it but not great as first impression. The hotel has a wonderful view of the sea and overall the hotel is impressive but starting to show its age. The food and setting for dinner was fantastic at the Royal Restaurant but they tend to let things dry under the lights. The staff were amazing, just genuinely friendly and great with our daughter. Really made you feel welcome. If you have kids yourself, you will find constant music from the animation team blaring over the speakers all day long by the pool only grating… The pool brings the biggest negative about the hotel as a whole as there is little space and few sun loungers. Overall a very good stay, close but not 5*.
María A.
11/14/2017
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Very good hotel, although it is removed from the capital, I prefer it, the attention is friendly and very complete on the all inclusive, as far as food and drinks, friends comrades are very sociable , the hotel keeps the Fed, are the keepers of errors.
Paul N.
11/12/2017
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Part of Sandos chain and good quality. Beach side location (beach access via stairs or lift if you happen to be allocated one of the few beach level apartments). The facilities where everything is good quality and the food was of a good standard, plentiful and varied. This is a large complex built on many levels and can take some navigation to find your way around. The staff were very friendly.
Juel T.
10/19/2017
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Great hotel with great facilities and friendly staff. There is nothing to complain about here. The food is fantastic and the animators provide entertainment every day. The grounds are always clean and the cocktails are great. We would like to return. October 2017
Achim A.
10/08/2017
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Sensational first festive evening. Great food in a perfect atmosphere.
Stredded G.
03.10.2017
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Very good hotel. — Staff very friendly – rooms nice and good air conditioning – different pools – nice pool bar – theme restaurant/delicious! The only negative point is the food in the normal kitchen, not very tasty and not so much choice…
Emilio F. A.
09/30/2017
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Very good place, but with some drawbacks. I honestly don’t know how it has 4 stars. They give you a bottle of water when you arrive and then you fill it up if you want more. Very repetitive buffet. Friendly staff 10 for them because they work it. Carafe of soda. I’ll be back, but not here.
Renee G.
09/14/2017
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Great hotel with great location. Spacious complex with 4 outdoor pools, private spa, various restaurants. The evening program is also multifaceted and varied. In fact, there is something for every taste. There are plenty of parking spaces in front of the hotel. Even if the hotel is located in the south of the island, it is easy to get to any place on the island. We have up to the North end of CA. It takes an hour. The view of the neighboring island of Fuerteventura makes up for it. The only thing complained about is the lack of Wi-Fi in all areas of the hotel. In fact you can only surf via WLAN in the lobby so really.
Annie K.
09/07/2017
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Very good comfortable hotel. The service is impeccable and the staff is top notch.
Niky B.
09/06/2017
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Inexpensive!
Valentina S.
08/24/2017
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Lovely property very well chosen for the famous beach which is also a nature reserve.
Gilles B.
08/17/2017
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A very good place to spend with your family.
Tom H.
08/16/2017
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Great resort, lots for the whole family to do with water polo and Aqua Gym, football and all pool and table tennis tables to mention a few. The rooms were modern and clean, the food was good for all Inc with a decent variety, especially in the main restaurant. A couple of little nitpicks: the diner closes at 6 doesn’t make sense as prime time for kids to grab a bite to eat; not enough towels left in the room most days; and some of the restaurant staff are a bit unfriendly, but overall a superb, picturesque hotel with a great entertainment team that made the pool the most fun place to be! Thank you.
François T.
08/02/2017
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Grand hotel all-in, selection all-in good, except for beer, very friendly staff, a bit remote.
Tom M.
04/01/2016
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This is a great hotel in a great location with great staff and great rooms we had an enjoyable stay and would recommend to anyone.
Andrew W.
03/22/2016
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Good hotel, it’s big! And it takes a few days to find all the routes, clean pools, nice bars and an evening terrace with great views. Really close to the beach and 20 min walk to Papagayo beach. The rooms were a good fair amount of space, lots of different levels. So what made me give 3 stars unfortunately to the food, a real shame on the whole average chain of hotel food. You can pay an upgrade fee for a better breakfast, my comment is why should I? I felt most of the food to be bland, the only thing I didn’t like was the loud kids playing pool and music, I could hear it 1/2 mile away when walking along the coast. I found the staff helpful, never any questions there. Dining room for renovation to meet the Grand Hotel entrance.
Suzanne C.
02/03/2016
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Second stay in the most relaxing all inclusive resort, we will be back next year it’s just what you need, amazing food in all restaurants, we are upgraded to royal elite, but honestly we didn’t think there was much of a difference and most people are in the royal elite where a lot of the old so end up going with everything else in regular bars, the world doesn’t update next time but then again might be different in high season.
Estibaliz A. I.
19.01.2016
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If I return to Lanzarote, I would like to be able to enjoy this wonderful hotel has everything come down to that hotel and great services and was a wonderful hotel. And I think it’s great that animals are allowed.
Mary M.
01/19/2016
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Very nice place, the rooms are spacious and well maintained. The food for breakfast, lunch and dinner was of high quality and varied. The staff is very friendly and willing to help, but not intrusive to your space. We would like to encourage you to book this hotel although we did not have children with us the services for families were good. Hope we visit again in the future.
Carlos
01/18/2016
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We had my wife and I on our honeymoon in March 2015. Desde first time impressed us with her size, elegance and details. Already from the reception lobby welcoming, pleasant staff. The facilities are very nice, the room with the huge bed and the sea view made the stay romantic and fabulous (except for the noise of the works on the upper floors). The animation team made us divirtieramos and us sintieramos nice. Heated swimming pool to swim with the environment a bit cool. Food great variety and quality, stimulating to change the variety of Mexican cuisine, Asia… It honors her long categories.
Rita T.
1/15/2016
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Just returned from 11 nights can’t fault anything lovely clean hotel sparkling staff our party of six adults all had a nice relaxing stay thanks Rita Thorne.
David M.
11/18/2015
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We spent a few days at this resort and the deals and facilities were great. The beach is very close, but my opinion is not the best, there are better in other parts of the coast of Spain.
Francisco A. O.
08/20/2015
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Hello I just spent a week in August with my girlfriend’s NPC and if there was a problem on the day of arrival the stay was wonderful. Very nice staff, good facilities. Ideal to rest, relax and enjoy the good weather. I hope to be back soon. Thank you.
Eduardo A.
05/11/2015
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I just spent 8 wonderful days at this resort. The hotel has an amazing hall, 3 pools of different temperatures, entertainment for all ages (mainly in the evening), activities of all kinds, a spa center with Turkish bath, sauna and 3 swimming pools, spacious and comfortable rooms, two bars in swimming pool, minigolf, ecogarden… in short, everything! TI Incredible, with a wide variety of restaurants (although 2 of them – Mexican and Oriental – must be booked 24 hours in advance) 5 where breakfast and delicious desserts. It is located at the foot of Playa de Las Coloradas and less than 15 minutes walk to Papagayo Beach, the joys of the beach surrounded by a natural setting to less than 30 minutes walk along the picturesque promenade to the center of Playa Blanca. There is also a small shopping center nearby and is located less than 30 minutes from Arrecife airport. The staff is very attentive, kind, friendly and very nice. My recognition for the staff, pool snack bar waiters and waitresses Margarita and Marisol! A hotel delight that we will return to for sure.
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Please note premium and à la carte drinks of more than 3 years old are not included in the all inclusive rates.
Please note that the full amount of the reservation must be paid upon check-in.
Please note that children from 12 years old are considered adults.
Please note that guests must present the credit card used to make the reservation on arrival. If you are not the owner of the credit card used to make the reservation, you must provide a copy of the credit card, a copy of the passport, and signed copy of authorization from the cardholder for the total cost of the reservation.
Please note the published rates for half board stays on 25 December include a mandatory fee for the gala lunch held on that day.
Please note the published rates for half board stays on 31 December include a mandatory fee for the gala dinner held on that evening.
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This property cannot host stag or hen parties or similar parties.
Guests are required to show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that special requests cannot be guaranteed and additional charges may apply.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
This property is located in a residential area and guests are requested to be quiet.
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Economy . An economical option for a company of up to 3-4 people.
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How much does it cost to stay at Sandos Papagayo Beach Hotel?
The cost of living in Sandos Papagayo Beach depends on the number of guests and date.
The average cost per night is 6 780
Does Sandos Papagayo Beach have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available for hotel guests.
What popular attractions are close to Sandos Papagayo Beach?
Nearest attractions:
Lanzarote Golf Resort (16 km.) , Montañas de Fuego Mountains (17 km.) , Timanfaya National Park (17 km.) , Rancho Texas Park (17 km.) , Campesino Monument (25 km) , Los Charcos Beach (26 km) , Costa Teguise Golf Club (31 km)
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in at Sandos Papagayo Beach is possible from 16:00 – 00:00, check-out from 07:00 – 11:00.
How far is Sandos Papagayo Beach from the nearest airport?
Nearest airport Lanzarote-Arrecife Airport is at a distance of 21 km.
Does the hotel have parking?
Free private parking is available for hotel guests.
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Located in Playa Blanca, 15 km from Puerto del Carmen, this luxury villa offers sea views. It features a private pool.
This accommodation features a seating area, a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath.
Corralejo is 16 km from Villa Playa Blanca Lanzarote, while Costa Teguise is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Lanzarote Airport, 22 km from Villa Playa Blanca Lanzarote.
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Hotel THe Volcán Lanzarote – Playa Blanca, Spain
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Feel & Relax Playa Blanca Lanzarote
OASIS AMONG VOLCANOES, BUNGALOWS LANZAROTE, PLAYA BLANCA
The Tacande Bocayna Village has all the amenities for a pleasant and relaxing stay in a unique area.
The special resort atmosphere invites you to admire the magnificent view of the Atlantic Ocean, take a walk in the gardens or get to know one of the most charming corners of Lanzarote called Playa Blanca. And how nice it is to return to the bungalow after a refreshing swim in the pool, immerse yourself in the contemplation of the ocean and mentally transport yourself to the nearby large and small islands without leaving your own terrace!
A real oasis in the fiery land awaits you.
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Calle el Moral, 2, 35580 Playa Blanca, 35580 – Lanzarote, España
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Swimming pool and sun terrace
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3,975 per night is the average cost of staying in hotels in Playa Blanca. But in general, prices may vary depending on the number of stars and the location of the hotel, as well as the time of year.
The cheapest month to book hotels in Playa Blanca is January. During this period, hotel rates can drop by as much as 37% compared to peak months.
Looking at the cost of staying in hotels in Playa Blanca by day of the week, the cheapest option is Tuesday, and the most expensive Sunday.
A night in a 2* hostel or hotel or lower in Playa Blanca costs around ₴2,527 per person on average. This is approximately ₴1,448 cheaper than hotels in the same destination (Playa Blanca).
The average temperature for the month of September in Playa Blanca is usually 24°C and there is little chance of precipitation. This means that September is the perfect time for outdoor recreation and scenic walks around the city.
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How to have a high-end (yet affordable) break in Tenerife
Swooping beneath the low layer of cloud touching the tips of a dormant volcano, I can already tell that I’m in for something special. Even from a height, the dramatic contrast of the Tenerife landscape is breathtaking. The crystal clarity of the ocean set against craggy mountains and thick vegetation make it look almost prehistoric.
I’m on the inaugural British Airways flight from London Gatwick to the popular Canary Island, and I’m keen to find out what the destination can offer for a luxury weekend away.
My base is the Ritz-Carlton, Abama hotel on the west side of the island, a 459-room property with nine dining venues, seven swimming pools and an 18-hole championship golf course. Like something out of a fairy-tale, this sprawling coral palace can be distinguished from miles around, and is no less impressive up close.
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Entering into the newly-refurbished lobby, with its marble-topped bar, velvet sofas and views right out to the beach at the fringes of the resort, I’m welcomed with a tart passion fruit cocktail, the first of many taste explosions to come.
Panoramic view over the coral Ritz-Carlton, Abama hotel (Ritz-Carlton/PA)
My room is located in the ‘adults only village’, which comes with its own separate pool (shared between the villas) and a pool-side bar from which I can order wine, cava, beer and soft drinks throughout the day, as part of my Villa Club package.
Of the hotel’s five evening restaurants, two have Michelin stars (Mediterranean restaurant M.B has two). Tonight though, I’m dining at Mirador, where I’m excited to meet the hotel manager, Gregory De Clerke.
As I tuck into my seasonal starter, a delightfully fresh take on Salmorejo (a traditional Andalusian soup) with locally grown avocados replacing the tomato, I ask Gregory about the history of this coral palace.
Scarlett Sangster at the Ritz-Carlton, Abama (Scarlett Sangster/PA)
As it turns out, I can be forgiven for my quick judgement of Tenerife as a budget destination. Gregory tells me the island’s true coming of age is a fairly recent development. Until the late 1990s, in fact, the whole west side of the island was dedicated not to tourism, but to agriculture.
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“The Tenerife you’re thinking of is most likely based on Las Americas in the south,” say Gregory. “That side of the island has been popular since the 1970s for its cheap year-round sun. They call it the Island of Eternal Spring. But this western side was transformed much later, as a more luxurious resort. Now, our land is some of the most expensive in Spain.”
The Ritz-Carlton, Gregory tells me, was once a banana plantation, along with much of the surrounding area. But development doesn’t mean the island has lost its natural resources. On the contrary, at dinner I’m served Tenerife tomatoes as part of my delicately presented burrata salad, and local potatoes pureed to accompany a dreamy variety of white fish known as cherne.
Evening dining at El Mirador (Ritz-Carlton/PA)
After a long sleep – most likely induced by so much good wine and food – I wake the next morning ready for a pamper. The Ritz-Carlton spa offers a tempting variety of treatments and wellness experiences, with access to the sauna and water bath for just £20 (€23.89) per day. But I am here for yoga in the spa garden.
Lasting over an hour, the session simultaneously provides both intense relaxation and a great workout. Afterwards, I escape for a quick head and shoulder massage and dip in the thermal pool.
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Yoga in the Ritz-Carlton, Abama spa garden (Scarlett Sangster/PA)
My short time in Tenerife so far has been utterly indulgent. Now, though, it’s time to escape the safe haven of the hotel and discover what secrets are being harboured by the rest of the island.
Driving 20 minutes from the hotel, I arrive at Puerto Colón to board a catamaran. It’s a little known fact that Tenerife is Europe’s first named whale heritage site, awarded the title for its significant commitment to wildlife protection.
Private whale watching tours last for two to three hours and are most definitely worth the price. On my trip, the whales and dolphins are so close I can almost reach out and touch them as they duck and dive beneath the net of the catamaran and leap from the water on all sides.
Whale-watching of the coast of Tenerife (Scarlett Sangster/PA)
On a second, equally worthwhile day out, I head inland to Los Gigantes, literally translated as “The Giants”, where the terrain changes dramatically from sand, sea and bananas, to basalt and Latin American cacti. We take a hiking trail high up on the mountainside to discover villages nestled among the prickly pear, agave and almond trees. It’s from this height that I can really begin to appreciate the true beauty of the landscape.
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With an appetite worked up, it’s time to head back to the hotel for my second Ritz-Carlton dining experience. Kabuki, Ricardo Sanz’s Michelin-starred restaurant, is famed for its fusion of Japanese and Spanish cuisine. Each and every dish is presented in the most exquisite – and in some cases – theatrical fashion, from the sushi and sashimi delivered on hand-decorated dishes, to the banana-cake finale. There is not a moment of the three-hour dining experience that I do not feel completely absorbed in the magic.
So, is Tenerife a luxury destination? I would have to say yes. Up until the very last sip of sangria in the tropical sunshine, I feel utterly enamoured by this charismatic Spanish island.
How to plan your trip
British Airways Holidays offers seven nights B&B at the 5* The Ritz-Carlton Abama from £799 (€954), including return flights from London Gatwick. Price based on travel in September 2022. Visit britishairways.com/tenerife
Tenerife: Remembering the world’s deadliest aviation disaster
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In all, 583 people were killed. Just 61 survived.
Monday marks the 40th anniversary of the deadliest aviation disaster in history, when two jumbo jets collided on March 27, 1977. It happened on the small Spanish island of Tenerife, off the coast of West Africa.
The events, coincidences and errors that led to the accident are almost too incredible to believe. An act of terror at a different airport, miscommunication, weather and pilot error all played important roles. And amazingly, it all happened on the ground.
The remains of the KLM jumbo jet that collided with a Pan Am Jumbo at Los Rodeos airport, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Mar. 27, 1977. Five hundred and eighty-three people died in the world’s worst air disaster when both planes exploded.
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Four decades ago, Tenerife, the largest of the pristine, quiet Spanish Canary Islands, was suddenly home to the worst airline disaster the world had ever seen, both then and now.
“Historically, it’s an accident with an almost mythical kind of aura around it,” said Patrick Smith, a commercial airline pilot and author who has studied Tenerife extensively. “Where that comes from, I think, is partly the bizarre cascading series of ironies and coincidences that led to it happening, beginning with the fact that neither of these two planes was supposed to be at Tenerife in the first place.”
Tragic Plane Crashes
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Two jumbo jets had been shifted to Tenerife by a global threat that still haunts the industry, after a terrorist bomb explosion at the Canary Islands’ main airport in Las Palmas.
The two 747s (one American, operated by Pan Am; one Dutch, operated by KLM) ended up on an infrequently-used runway.
As both planes waited for several hours, an unusually dense fog descended. Eventually the tower sent a message to the KLM flight to taxi to the end of the runway and turn around, then instructed the Pan Am flight to follow.
The KLM jet got into position and announced they were ready to go.
“The Pan Am pilots heard this, became startled, clicked their mic to say, ‘Hey, we’re still on the runway,’” said Smith.
Because of radio interference, the KLM plane didn’t get that message. The pilot, thinking he was cleared for take off, sent his plane rocketing down the runway, where the Pan Am plane was still taxiing.
Tragic Plane Crashes
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Bob Bragg, the first officer of the Pan Am flight, spoke to CBS News in 2000: “As soon as I saw the man moving and coming at us, I started saying, ‘Get off!’ As we were turning to the left, I looked back out of my side window, and that’s when he had lifted off the ground and become airborne, right as close to us as I could see him. ”
The KLM plane wasn’t high enough.
On contact it burst into flames and tore the top of the Pan Am jet clear off.
Joan Feathers of Phoenix survived the deadly collision, jumping from the Pan Am flight moments before it went up in flames.
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Everyone aboard the KLM flight was killed. But inside the Pan Am plane, some remained alive, including Joan Feathers, whom correspondent Jeff Glor found outside Phoenix just last week.
“You haven’t really talked about this publicly in 40 years,” Glor said.
“Right.”
“I wonder what you’re thinking here as the anniversary arrives.”
“How fortunate I am,” Feather replied.
She recalled, “I sat there thinking, ‘This is the end.’ So as we made our way to the side of the plane, all these little implosions of fire, I just felt that it was imminent. I did not want to burn up. So there was a doctor from Chicago that had been in the plane and he was down below and he said, ‘Jump, I’ll catch you. ’”
As she looked around, Feathers said, “I could tell that there was a lot of these little fires that were getting bigger, so I kept running. And it wasn’t maybe fifteen seconds and the plane went up like an atom bomb. … It just phewww, and then a huge fire.”
A KLM ad featuring Captain Jacob Veldhuyzen van Zanten.
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Investigators pinned most of the blame on the KLM pilot, Jacob van Zanten, who was considered such an exceptional flier he was the face of the company.
“He was on KLM billboards and in KLM advertisements,” Smith said. “And one of the famous little nuggets of the story is that when word got back to KLM that one of their planes had crashed, they went looking for Captain van Zanten to go to the scene to figure out what happened, unaware that he was actually the captain.”
The Tenerife disaster, the worst in aviation history, remains relevant today.
As Patrick Smith said, “We’ve engineered away what used to be the causes of some of the worst crashes ever. But this one, I think the fundamental cause or causes are really still there.”
Including: Runway congestion, air traffic control communications issues, and potential pilot error.
“Those problems are still out there,” Smith said. “And there’s not a crisis, but we shouldn’t be complacent about that.”
As for Joan Feathers, she’s never stopped thinking about Tenerife. “Every year on March 27th, I remember, and it’s as if it happened not long ago,” she said.
“You think about it every time you fly?” asked Glor.
THE CANARY ISLANDS have lifted more tough Covid restrictions. However, dancing at nightclubs remains banned.
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The Government announced that Gran Canaria would drop from level four Covid alert to level three. The island had the most restrictions in the Canaries.
According to the latest Government announcement, all of the islands will be subject to the same restrictions from Monday 7 March.
All hospitality venues will be allowed to operate at 100 percent capacity, including cinemas and theatres.
In good news for British tourists, guided tours can also operate at 100 percent capacity again.
The new measures will come into place at midnight on March 7 and remain in place until April 30.
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The Canary islands have lifted more restrictions (Image: Getty)
Venues will be allowed to remain open until 4am and people can meet in groups of a maximum of 12 people.
However, although nightclubs can remain open, dancing is still forbidden under the new rules.
The Canary islands are an extremely popular destination for British tourists with many travelling there each year.
Tenerife, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are some of the most popular islands and each offer tourists something slightly different.
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The Worst Plane Crash in History Was on Tenerife
After a several-hour delay, the passengers on Pan Am 1736 were finally relaxing—their plane was getting ready to take off. Everyone on the chartered Boeing 747 was only minutes away from the beginning of a much-anticipated Mediterranean cruise vacation. In the first-class section, Caroline Hopkins finished letters she’d been writing to her two daughters. Next to her, husband Warren slipped a magazine into his seatback pocket. Through the cabin, other passengers settled back for what was supposed to be a short flight from Tenerife to Las Palmas in the Canary Islands, where everyone would be bused to their waiting cruise ship.
The Pan Am jumbo jet was moving slowly down Tenerife’s single runway when the passengers felt a sudden sharp swerve to the left. Back in the economy section, passenger Isobel Monda immediately looked out the nearest window. “The damn fool’s going to run off the runway!” she gasped to her husband Tony.
In fact, driving the jet off the runway was exactly what Captain Victor Grubbs and his first officer, Robert Bragg, were trying to do. The reason was simple and horrible: They had suddenly seen a KLM 747 speeding down the foggy runway directly toward them. Grubbs and his crew were trying desperately to get out of the way, even if that meant getting stuck in the soft grass adjacent to the runway.
But they didn’t make it.
On March 27, 1977, shortly after 5 p.m. local time, Pan Am 1736 and KLM 4805 collided on the runway of Los Rodeos Airport in the Canary Islands. More than four decades later, the crash remains the worst disaster in aviation history, killing 583 people, injuring dozens and creating lifelong trauma for thousands.
How could this have happened? The crash of a single 747 would have been terrible; a crash involving two jumbo jets was almost inconceivable.
A photograph taken just before the crash shows Pan Am 1736 on the Los Rodeos apron with the KLM 747, “The Flying Dutchman,” just in front of it, blocking its way. (HistoryNet Archives)
In succeeding years, much of the blame settled onto KLM’s captain, Jacob van Zanten, who began his takeoff roll before receiving air controller clearance. But nearly a dozen mistakes and coincidences had to line up with dismaying precision in order for the disaster to happen.
Just for starters, neither of the airliners was even supposed to be on Tenerife, let alone on the same runway at the same time. Both were carrying passengers to the beginning of their vacations on Grand Canary Island. But on that Sunday morning, shortly before the scheduled arrival of the two 747s, a Canary Islands terrorist group set off a bomb in Grand Canary’s Las Palmas airport terminal, causing injuries and panic. A telephone threat to the airport switchboard made a reference to “bombs,” plural, and when that was relayed to airport officials, all incoming flights were postponed or diverted.
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While the ultimately unsuccessful search for a second bomb was carried out, a dozen incoming aircraft, including the Pan Am and KLM 747s, were sent to nearby Tenerife to wait until Las Palmas officials gave the all-clear. The search took hours, and those on board both airliners could be excused for becoming impatient.
Transcripts of the cockpit conversations later showed that the Pan Am crew members were able to fight that impatience better than the KLM crew. Trying not to jam up the airport’s small terminal building, Captain Grubbs, first officer Bragg and second officer George Warns kept the 380 passengers and 13 cabin crew members on board. After an hour or so, Grubbs invited anyone on board to have a look in the 747’s cockpit.
Dozens of Pan Am’s curious and bored passengers eagerly accepted the offer. A line of people waiting for a peek inside the 747’s cockpit extended through the second-floor lounge (the cockpit sat in front of that lounge), down a circular stairway into the first-class section, then back into the economy section.
“It wasn’t much fun coming in here, was it?” one of the passengers asked the flight crew. (Conversations were now being recorded on the 747’s cockpit voice recorder, which was recovered after the accident.)
“We didn’t know why we had to land, except they ordered us down,” Grubbs answered. “We told them that we could hold [above Las Palmas] because we had plenty of fuel.” His remark identified another of the day’s painful coincidences—if Pan Am had stayed in a holding pattern, the accident wouldn’t have happened. Grubbs then told and re-told successive cockpit visitors about the delay.
“Thank you all; it was a new experience,” one passenger told the crew. “Thank you,” Grubbs politely replied.
Meanwhile, back in the KLM plane, the crew had let their 234 passengers leave the aircraft and wander around in the Tenerife terminal building. While they waited, the KLM crew started fretting about strict Dutch government rules limiting overtime for flight crews—their scheduled continuing flight from Grand Canary to Amsterdam would push that limit.
“What are the repercussions” for cockpit crews who violate those rules, Willem Schreuder, the second officer, wondered.
“You’ll face the judge,” said a voice in the cockpit.
“Is it a question of fines or imprisonment?” Schreuder continued.
“At any rate it would mean revocation of your license for quite a while, and that means money,” Captain van Zanten answered.
Van Zanten then made an operational decision that made perfect sense but later proved disastrously significant: Wanting to use the wait constructively, he decided to refuel his jet.
More than four decades later, the crash remains the worst disaster in aviation history, killing 583 people, injuring dozens and creating lifelong trauma for thousands.
Ironically, just after the refueling started, Las Palmas airport reopened. So now, although everyone was anxious to leave Tenerife, KLM was temporarily immobile, waiting for the fuel trucks to finish. Several smaller passenger jets were able to taxi around KLM and onto the runway and leave Tenerife, but Pan Am, parked behind KLM on the apron and too large to scoot around, was immobile, too. And with the extra fuel, KLM had become tens of thousands of pounds heavier, meaning it would need more speed and more runway to get off the ground. The significance of that was now only minutes away.
Meanwhile, the fog got thicker and the visibility quickly decreased.
Well before the refueling had finished, KLM rounded up all the passengers who’d been browsing in the terminal and bused them back to the waiting plane. All, that is, except for Robina van Lanschot, an employee of a tour group based on Tenerife. She thought it pointless to fly to Las Palmas, then return to Tenerife with tourists. She decided to wait on Tenerife, so she asked a friend to send her luggage. Then she walked to a pay phone, called her boyfriend on Tenerife and was gone from the airport by the time KLM began taxiing. KLM’s 249 passengers and crew had just become 248.
Eventually the mother of three, van Lanschot said in a 2017 interview that she struggled with survivor’s guilt for many years over her spontaneous decision—a decision that saved her life.
The burnt-out wreckage of Pan Am 1736 litters the Los Rodeos runway. (PA Images via Getty Images)
Shortly before 5 p.m., the control tower gave KLM permission to start its engines, enter the runway at the northwest end, then move down the runway and leave it on the third turnoff, C-3. That would put KLM on the adjacent taxiway, from where it could continue to the southeast end. Then KLM was to swing back onto the runway for its takeoff run back to the northwest. Pan Am was about to start its engines, and would be given exactly the same instructions, following KLM.
But it didn’t work out that way. Both airline crews got confused about the runway exit they were supposed to use. Neither crew was sure if the ground controller had told them “first” or “third” runway exit—the two words have an identical “ir” sound in the middle. And C-3 required a difficult maneuver. Both pilots would have to turn their jumbo jets 135 degrees to the left from the direction of their taxiing to get onto C-3. Then each would turn back 135 degrees to the right to continue on the taxiway. By comparison, the C-4 turnoff was only 45 degrees from the direction of their taxiing—an obviously easier maneuver. This may have contributed to the confusion.
After several radio calls between KLM and the tower seeking clarity, the controller changed his mind and told KLM to simply continue to the end of the runway and do a “backtrack”—a 180-degree turn so that the jet was facing the direction from which it had just come.
The KLM crew did as directed, completing their swivel turn as Pan Am was entering the runway on the other end. As with KLM, the Pan Am crew was instructed to leave the runway on the difficult C-3 turnoff, again causing confusion in the cockpit. The voice transcripts showed that Grubbs and Bragg had trouble believing they weren’t supposed to leave at C-4.
The elements of the coming disaster were now in place:
Two jumbo jets facing each other on the same runway, but unable to see each other because of the fog, with Pan Am 1736 taxiing directly toward KLM 4805.
A KLM crew anxious to get off the ground, following its earlier conversation about strict Dutch overtime rules.
Two cockpit crews who were having trouble understanding their taxi instructions from the tower.
Fog that was so heavy the controllers in the tower couldn’t see either plane, and neither plane’s crew could see the tower or the other plane.
And this airport had no ground radar.
The next few minutes saw a series of missed and misunderstood transmissions between the jet crews and the control tower. In one exchange—in retrospect, horrendous—Pan Am’s crew even told the tower it was still on the runway. That transmission should have been audible in KLM’s cockpit, but at that exact moment an electronic buzz, known as a heterodyne, interfered with the transmission, so KLM’s captain didn’t hear it.
Oblivious to this cockpit drama, the passengers inside each plane were adjusting seats, putting away items and getting ready for the short hop to Las Palmas. Caroline Hopkins, gazing out her left-side window, had even seen the KLM jet taxi down the runway a few minutes earlier, when Pan Am was parked near the terminal. Isobel Monda finished reading a religious pamphlet a neighbor had given her before she and her husband left on the trip. She tucked the pamphlet into the seatback pocket in front of her. Later, she saw much significance in that simple act.
As Pan Am taxied slowly down the runway, the crew examined their airport map and struggled to find their assigned turnoff to get onto the adjacent taxiway. Bragg, the first officer, later said the fog was so heavy that they taxied past C-3 without noticing it.
Just before Pan Am passed C-3, KLM’s captain took the action that sealed everyone’s fate: He began his takeoff roll before getting permission from the controller. As first officer Klaas Meurs was finishing a radio confirmation with the tower of their post-takeoff flight instructions, van Zanten pushed the throttles and began rolling down the runway just after 5:06.
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“Stand by for takeoff. I will call you,” the controller said—the most tragically misunderstood eight words in the history of aviation. Apparently van Zanten heard only the word “takeoff.” (It’s important to note that this instruction would not have been appropriate in the United States then or now—the word “takeoff” would have been used only when the actual permission was being given. “Taxi into position and hold” or “Hold your position” would have been the standard way to give this instruction. The Tenerife accident changed international guidelines about communications between controllers and cockpits.)
Yet, even with van Zanten’s unilateral decision, there would be one last opportunity to avoid the collision. Second officer Schreuder didn’t like what he (correctly) thought he’d heard on the radio. “Is Pan Am still on the runway?” he asked van Zanten, speaking in Dutch, as KLM picked up speed.
Van Zanten didn’t hear him clearly, and precious seconds were lost. “What did you say?” the pilot asked his flight engineer.
“Is he not clear, the Pan American?”
“Oh, yes!” van Zanten responded. The last words in the KLM cockpit, just before the impact at 5:06:49, were a horrified curse, when Pan Am suddenly appeared through the fog in front of them: “Oh, Godverdomme…”
Van Zanten pulled hard on the yoke and added power in a futile attempt to clear the Pan Am 747. He managed to get partially airborne, in the process carving a 68-foot groove in the runway with his plane’s tail. The ensuing collision killed everyone on board KLM 4805 and most of those on Pan Am 1736.
Pan Am had been struck at an angle because of that emergency left turn by Grubbs and Bragg. As a result, some sections of the 747 weren’t as damaged as those that had taken the full impact of KLM’s engines and lower fuselage. More than 100 Pan Am passengers were alive and some were even relatively unhurt at this point, according to later interviews. What followed was the next phase of this disaster: a frantic few minutes of evacuation by some of the passengers, and a stunned immobility by others.
Unlike the common “fight or flight” reaction, there is a third, dismayingly common response to emergencies: behavioral inaction—freezing, being unable to react. It’s been observed in many emergencies, including the 9-11 attacks. As one Pan Am survivor later described it, a disturbing number of passengers sat motionless “like deer caught in headlights. ”
After the collision, the situation inside Pan Am 1736 required immediate action as fires and smoke filled the cabin. The first people to respond, other than the crew members, were those who’d been in crisis situations before—former military members, for example. (Importantly, others who quickly responded included those who said they’d looked at the safety cards and understood the cabin’s layout.)
Warren Hopkins, a World War II combat veteran, wasted no time. Despite bleeding from a deep gash on his head from falling debris, he immediately unbuckled his belt and told Caroline, “Let’s go!” His quick response motivated his wife and others nearby to move. Hopkins made his way to the doorway area, only to find that no slide was available because the doorway had been ripped apart in the collision. He paused, then leaped 20 feet down to the runway, managing to land on his feet but severing tendons in his right foot. Caroline followed, breaking her collarbone when she hit the runway.
Other veterans, despite their age, had similar quick responses. Tony Monda, another WWII veteran, directed his wife Isobel out an opening on the left side of the fuselage, then followed her after retrieving his carry-on bag (an action now strongly advised against). Although Isobel suffered injuries in the evacuation, Monda was remarkably unscathed. Still other veterans responded similarly. Retired U.S. Navy admiral Walter Moore guided his wife Beth out of the plane but then stayed in the cabin to help others—heroism that he paid for with his life.
Several less-injured passengers followed the example of passenger David Alexander. Cleverly, when he saw no easy exit through the side of the fuselage, he climbed up through a hole in the ceiling, then down to the left wing.
The scene outside the plane was chaotic, with huge orange flames and massive plumes of black smoke billowing from the destroyed Pan Am airliner. KLM 4805’s wreckage was engulfed in flames 400 yards farther down the runway. Despite their own injuries, Pan Am’s cockpit crew and four surviving cabin crew members did their best to guide passengers to safety. All later received awards from the National Transportation Safety Board for their professionalism.
At least 71 people on board—including the three cockpit crewmen, two observers in the cockpit and four flight attendants—survived and were able to get away from the burning fuselage. However, several passengers later died of their injuries, bringing the final total to 583 dead.
In addition to the change in international air controller wording referred to earlier, other safety changes in succeeding years included the expansion of a traffic light system to warn taxiing aircraft crews when approaching a live runway. And a team-based approach to flying, known as crew resource management, has become standard in the industry. Such a system might have encouraged KLM’s first or second officer to speak up more emphatically during those critical final moments on the runway.
In the years after the Tenerife crash, the island’s government completed a new airport—one with ground radar.
The Canary Islands disaster did more than generate a review of aviation standards. It also spurred the process of addressing the mental trauma of aviation accident survivors, thanks in good part to Dr. John Duffy, a former U.S. assistant surgeon general who’d gotten interested in the psychological effects of surviving an air crash. In 1978 he held a conference on the subject, and was often quoted in the media about the need to address long-term victim trauma. Up until then, post-traumatic stress disorder had usually been applied only to survivors of military combat.
Caroline and Warren Hopkins exemplified Duffy’s concerns. Both escaped from the Pan Am jet with what were considered minor physical injuries: severed tendons and a broken collarbone. While those injuries healed, the fears from that experience stayed with Caroline for the rest of her life.
Collision on Tenerife: The How and Why of the World’s Worst Aviation Disaster
By Jon Ziomek, Post Hill Press, 2020
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Teide (Spanish: Teide) is a volcano on the island of Tenerife, the highest point in Spain and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Height – 3718 m, relative height above the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean – 7500 m, is the highest peak in this ocean. The island of Tenerife is the third largest volcanic island in the world, the 17 km volcano crater (diameter, to be more precise, 12×17 km.) is also the third in the world (the first two are in the Hawaiian Islands).
Tenerife Auditorio (Spanish: Auditorio de Tenerife) is one of the most famous and recognizable buildings in Spain, a symbol of the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and one of the main attractions of the Canary Islands.
The city of San Cristobal de la Laguna is on the UNESCO World Heritage List in Spain.
Candelaria Basilica – The temple is consecrated in honor of the Virgin Mary – Our Lady of Candelaria, patroness of the Canary Islands[1] and is the largest sanctuary in the Canary Islands.[2] The temple is a center of pilgrimage.
Pyramids of Guimar – the island has six stepped pyramids of unknown origin.
Acantilado de los Gigantes – The resort town of Los Gigantes in the southwest of the island. It differs in that the height of coastal, rocky cliffs reaches, in places, up to 500 meters above sea level.
EKSKURSIOONID TENERIFEL JA TENERIFELT, MEELELAHUTUS – HINNAKIRI
Tenerife Kompassi eestikeelne saaretuur toimub LAUPÄEVITI ja VÄIKEBUSSIGA.
Meie hind (ei vaja netist broneerimist): Täiskasvanu € 18.- laps (3-12) € 16.00
Hind sisaldab: tasuta buss, pilet (showd sisalduvad piletihinnas)
LÕBUSÕIDUD OOKEANIL
Vaalad, delfiinid, suplemine koos merikilpkonnadega – IGA PÄEV
Hinnad (€ täiskasvanu/€laps)
Wesipruul (Eesti jaht ja Eestist kapten), terve päev ookeanil (max 6-7 inimest) 79.- /39.-
Meie hind (ei vaja netist broneerimist): 50.-/25.-** TR
Katamaraan Bonadea 2h 22.-/11.- *
Meie hind (ei vaja netist broneerimist): 17 .-/11.-
Kaater Diamant 2h 45.-/35.- **
Meie hind (ei vaja netist broneerimist): 40.-/30.- TR
Piraadilaev Peter Pan 3h 39. -/19..50** TR
Meie hind (ei vaja netist broneerimist): 34.-/18.- TR
Katamaraan Abrazo 3h 60.-/30.-** TR
Meie hind (ei vaja netist broneerimist): 45.-/22.-
Katamaraan Mustcat 5h 54.-/27.-** TR
Meie hind (ei vaja netist broneerimist): 42.-/21 .- TR
Piraadilaev Shogun 5 h
(Masca laht ja Los Gigantese kaljud) 49.-/24.50** TR
Meie hind (ei vaja netist broneerimist): 44.-/22.- TR
TR – transfeerid sadamasse ja tagasi sisalduvad hinnas
*Tasuta joogid pardal
** Tasuta joogid + söögid pardal
ÕHTUNE MEELELAHUTUS
Keskaegne rüütliturniir “keskaegses” lossis San Miguel
Algus: 19.30 Toimub: T, N, L
Hind: Täiskasvanu 53.50 laps (3-11) 26.75
Meie hind (ei vaja netist broneerimist): Täiskasvanu € 49.- laps (3-11) € 24.50
2 koguses veini
Flamenco show “Evolucion” Piramide de Arona kontserdisaalis
Algus: T, N, R, L, P: 21.30 K: 20.30
Hind: Täiskasvanu 47. – laps (2-12) 0.- laps (13- 17) 22.50
Meie hind (ei vaja netist broneerimist) : Täiskasvanu € 41.- laps (13-17) € 22.-
T, N,: 21.00
Hind: Täiskasvanu 35.- laps (11-15) 17.50
Meie hind (ei vaja netist broneerimist): Täiskasvanu € 33.- laps (13-17) € 17.-
Hind sisaldab: piletit
PRICE LIST OF EXCURSION PROGRAMS AND ENTRANCE TICKETS from Tenerife Kompass SL excursion boutique.
* Compass price – discount price.
In order to buy tickets and excursions at the compass price, you need to book excursions online or buy several excursions / tickets at once (at least two). Discounted tickets and vouchers must be purchased online or at least 72 hours before the start of the tour or event at the Tenerife Compass Tour Boutique.
FREE TAXI!!!
Within the south of Tenerife (hotels and apartments from Los Cristianos to Fanabe) a taxi to our office costs € 3.5 – 6. If you come to us by taxi and buy excursions or tickets for more than 100 euros, we REFUND € 5. –
Tenerife Compass is located on the first floor of the Flamingo Suites hotel (please don’t confuse it with the Flamingo Club – it’s two hundred meters further from us) – on the opposite side of the La Pinta Hotel and the Centro Comercial Terranova.
Av. Espana 3, Flamingo Suites, Adeje, Tenerife, Spain
COORDINATES: +28° 4′ 48.26″, -16° 44′ 0.97″
http://tenerifeinfo.eu
http://mtenerife.com
e-mail: info @ tenerifeinfo.eu
Av. Espana 3, Flamingo Suits
Tel: (+34) 663384322
Skype: Tenerifeinfo
We work:
Each day 9.00 – 21.00 9000 42/€27
* Compass price €39/€25
Child (2 – 5 years old) – 8 euro 43 Child (2 – 5 years old) – 8 EUR
EVERY DAY EXCEPT MONDAY
Flamenco show EVOLUCION
Standard retail price: adult/child (3 – 12 incl.) €47/€0
* Compass price € 41/€0
BUS EXCURSION TOURS WITH ATLANTICO EXCURSIONES.
Tours are conducted in Russian.
MONDAY
COMFORTABLE SMALL BUS TOUR – SIGHTSEEING
Tenerife “THREE IN ONE – GRAND TOUR”
Duration: Full day
90€002 Standard retail price: 3 adults / 1 child 39
* Compass-price €49/€25
Lunch and wine tasting at the MUSEUM MALVASIUM are included in the price.
DEPARTURE at 08.00-08.30 (COLLECTION FROM FANABE TO LOS CRISTIANOS, the bus picks up directly from the hotel for an excursion.)
The pillars of the island tour are four sights, without visiting which it is simply a sin to leave Tenerife. They are – in the center of the island the towering volcano El Teide (NB! DO NOT CLIMB ON THE FUNicular), between the rocks of Los Gigantes (Los Gigantes) hidden so-called. the “pirate” village of Masca (Masca) in the hollow of the same name, the picturesque town of Garachico, the city of La Orotava (La Orotava) with its highest examples of Canarian architecture and on the eastern coast of the island the town of Candelaria is located, in the central square of which, in the basilica, the saint of the Canarians is hidden The Virgin of Candelaria (also known as the Black Madonna), whose chambers are guarded by bronze statues of the last kings lined up on the ocean.
We will arrive back at the hotel at approximately 19.00
MONDAY
SIGHTSEEING TOUR in Tenerife + MACKA
Duration: Full day, lunch (€ 13) not included in the price.
Standard retail price: adult/child (3 -11 incl.) €29/€16
* Compass price €25/€13
Drive a full circle around the island and see Tenerife in all its splendor. Get to know the sights that will give you an idea of the past and present of the island, the entire Canary archipelago and its inhabitants.
What awaits you on this exciting day?
Majestic cliffs and the breathtaking Masca Gorge – in the west of the island, the picturesque town of Garachico, the dragon tree of the city of Icod de los Vinos and tasting the best Canarian wines in the valley of Tenerife winemakers – in the north of the island, as well as the city of Candelaria – a religious center located on east, where, visiting the basilica, you will see a sculpture of the patroness of the Canary Islands, the black-faced Madonna!
Attention! Don’t forget swimwear and towels. If you wish, you can swim in the natural lava pools of the city of Garachico. Free time will be given in Garachico, which you can devote at your discretion to swimming and / or lunch in one of the local restaurants (€6-€9per person).
We will arrive back at the hotel at approximately 18.00
WEDNESDAY
Day trip to LA GOMERA ISLAND
Duration: Full day
Standard retail price: adult/child (3 -11€ 900/02) Compass price €49/€25
Lunch and Silbo show included.
An exciting ferry ride to one of the most beautiful islands in the archipelago!
The main attraction of La Gomera is the Garajonay National Reserve, on the territory of which, at an altitude of 1400 m above sea level. sea in the eternal fog, the forest of the Tertiary period “Laurisilva” – a laurel forest, proclaimed by UNESCO as a heritage of mankind, has been preserved.
You will have the opportunity to get to know the culture and traditions of the island, to taste the real Canarian cuisine. During the meal, you will be given a demonstration of the “language – whistle” Silbo – a unique means of communication invented by the pre-Hispanic inhabitants of the island and preserved to this day.
The day will end with a walk in the footsteps of Christopher Columbus, who in 1492 went on an expedition from the island of La Gomera, as a result of which he discovered America!
We will arrive back at the hotel at approximately 18.30
THURSDAY
JEWEL TOURNAMENT AT THE CASTLE OF SAN MIGUEL
Duration: Half a day
Dinner with wine included in the price.
Standard retail price: adult/child (3 -11 incl.) €53.50/€26.75
* Compass price €49/€25
Would you like to turn back the clock? To visit a real medieval tournament? Accept the invitation of the Count and Countess and visit the castle of San Miguel, where you can plunge into the atmosphere of the Middle Ages and the magical world of the Knights of the Round Table. Enjoy a medieval feast accompanied by the competition of the noble sons of your time.
Support the knight representing you who will win or die fighting for your honor! A surge of emotions is guaranteed! The evening at the castle will end with an unforgettable party.
back to the hotel at about 23.00
Saturday
Comfortable excursion on a small bus – a sightseeing on Tenerife
“Dessert for advanced” or “Real Pearls Tenerife”
Duration: Full day
with a lunch at a restaurant/Guacinche Casa Africa (grilled octopus with papas arrugadas, local wine, etc.)
Standard retail price: adult/child (3 -11 incl.) €79/€39
* Compass price €49/€20
from the hotel for an excursion.)
Stops:
● Cueva Hermano Pedro
● Santa Cruz
● San Andres
● Playa de las Teresitas
● Taganana
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● La Laguna
Our journey begins with a unique cave church dedicated to the only priest from the Canary Islands, Hermano Pedro. As they say, the cave has a healing and miraculous effect, and those who came there from afar or not very pilgrims or just guests leave their secret requests and desires recorded there, which we will do.
Through the capital of Santa Cruz (we are calling) we will arrive at the only white sand beach in Tenerife, which is also the largest artificial beach – in Playa de las Teresitas. We take sun baths and sunbathe. Through the picturesque San Andres, we will climb the Anaga mountain range and after crossing it, the beautiful Taganana awaits us at the end of the so-called superuniverse. On the way back from Tananagi, we will stop and walk through the modern dinosaur forest so-called laurel forest, which, according to many, is the most impressive in the Canary Islands precisely because of its splendor. We will make a few stops at the observation platforms built on the ridge of the mountain, for example, such as Pico Ingles (Pico Ingles), from where you can see the entire island up to El Teide towering in the distance.
After refreshment, we will make another city tour of the former capital and the current university town of La Laguna, whose old town has been awarded to get acquainted with its sights, and those who wish to buy souvenirs in countless shops and shops can also.
We will arrive back at the hotel at approximately 18.00
SUNDAY
TEIDE VOLCANO
Duration: Half a day, if you wish to take the funicular + € 25
Standard retail price adult/child (3-11 incl.) €25/€12.50
* Compass price €19/€11
Journey to the huge old crater “Las Canadas”, 17 km in diameter, in the center which is the mighty volcano Teide – the highest point of the kingdom of Spain, 3718m above sea level. The national park, which for its unique characteristics has been awarded the title of “Heritage of Humanity” by UNESCO. The famous “lunar landscape”, the variety of volcanic rocks, the rich flora and fauna with many endemic species amaze with an amazing play of shapes and colors that will make your stay here unforgettable. We will arrive back at the hotel at approximately 14.30
SUNDAY
PARK TOUR
The park tour from Tenerife Compass is the most impressive Sunday not only of this holiday, but of your entire life.
Four popular parks and more than one serpentine!
TOUR COST:
!ACTION! online reservations:
Adult (12+) € 79 59.-
Children 6-11 € 49 29.-
Children 2-5 € 29 19.-
INCLUDED:
Guide service;
All entrance fees:
(Adult € 41.-)
(Children 6-11 € 21.-)
(Children 2-5 € 11.-)
Lunch wonderful world of dolls.
A magical day starts from 8.45 am to 9.15 am, when we pick you up by bus at or near the hotel.
At 09.30 we are already at the gates of Monkey Park, where lemurs are eagerly waiting for us. They are avid for grapes and figs, and you have the opportunity to take dozens of photos of how these cute little animals sit on your arms or shoulder. In Monkey Park we will see other monkeys and creatures, we will wake up there for one hour in total.
Leaving the Monkey Park, we move along the highway to La Orotava (about 1 hour), or rather to the next park, which is Pueblo Chico or the so-called. miniature park. Having seen enough of how lemurs feast, most likely we are hungry, so lunch is waiting for us: Tapas
Main course – in Canarian marinade grilled meat on skewers
Shriveled potatoes (Papas Arrugadas) with gravy MOJO
Vanilla ice cream
Water, red wine, rolls
Children’s menu also includes chicken on skewers, as well as sweets in addition to ice cream.
After lunch, we will make a circle around Tenerife in just an hour, those who wish (starting from 10 years old) can rush along the funicular through miniature Tenerife (for an additional fee) and, if desired, you or your whole family can make a Tenerife themed cartoon – also at extra charge.
After Pueblo Chico, delicate butterflies await us in the Butterfly Park or in Mariposario del Drago. The ride between the two parks takes only 20 minutes.
The day ends with a visit to a park unique in the world, not to mention Tenerife. Namely, in the spring of 2012, the museum of soft toys and art dolls ArtLandia opened its doors. This is an incredibly exciting world, built in a historic wine estate and hidden in a beautiful park, the existence of which the uninitiated usually do not know or suspect anything. We will see dolls, many of which cost more than the average class of a new car, and get acquainted with such a wonderful world where the birth of dolls takes no less time than the birth of a human child. Experience shows that once in the wonderful world of ArtLandia, it is adults who fall into more admiration than children.
There is also a café in ArtLandia.
After looking at the dolls and toys, we are on our way back, and after seven in the evening you will all be in your hotels.
EVERY DAY
FULL DAY BOAT ON THE OCEAN (6 hours) Min. 1 person, max. 6 pax
SAILING YACHT, CAPTAIN SPEAKS RUSSIAN – WHALES, DOLPHINS AND SWIMMING WITH SEA TURTLES
(Transfers to and from the port, lunch, soft drinks and alcoholic drinks included).
Standard retail price: adult/child (3 -11 incl. ) €79/€39 *
* Compass price €50/€25
EVERY DAY
€ 22.- 2 hours On the catamaran Bonadea 2 on the Atlantic Ocean – whales and dolphins, sailing duration 2 hours.
Children (under 11) – 50%
*Compass price* € 17.-/11.-
Departure: Daily at 11:00, 13.30 and 16.00
Port: Puerto Colon
EVERY DAY
€ 45.- 2 hours on the boat DIAMOND on the Atlantic Ocean – whales and dolphins, sailing duration 2 hours.
Children (under 11 years old) – 35.-
*Compass price* € 40.-/30.-
Departure: Daily at 11:00, 13.30 and 16.00
Port: Puerto Colon
EVERY DAY
€ 50.- 1 hour Safari aboard a real submarine at a depth of 10-30 meters.
Children (up to 11 years old) € 30.-
*Compass price* € 47.-/28.-
Departure: Every day except Sunday at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00
Port: Port of San Miguel
EVERY DAY
€ 39.- 3 hours on the pirate ship PETER PAN (with transfer to the port and back)
Children (under 11 years old) – 50%
*Compass price* € 34. -/17.-
on the ship PETER PAN on the Atlantic Ocean – whales and dolphins, lunch on a yacht, swimming, sailing duration 3 hours.
Departure: Every day at 10:30, 14.00
Port: Los Cristianos
EVERY DAY
€ 60.- 3 hours on the ABRAZO catamaran (with transfer to the port and back)
Children (up to 11 years old) – 50%
*Compass price* € 45.-/23.-
On the ABRAZO catamaran in the Atlantic Ocean – whales and dolphins, lunch on the catamaran, swimming, swimming duration 3 hours. Departure:
Departure: Every day at 10:00, 13.30
Port: Puerto Colon
EVERY DAY
€ 54.- 5 hours on MUSTCAT catamaran (with transfer to the port and back)
Children (up to 11 years old) – 50%
*Compass price* € 42.-/21.-
Whales and dolphins on the MUSTKAT catamaran in the Atlantic Ocean, lunch on the catamaran, swimming, sailing time 5 hours. Departure:
Departure: Every day at 13:00
Port: Las Gaietas
EVERY DAY
€ 49. – 5 hours on the pirate ship SHOGUN (with transfer to the port and back)
– 50% Children (up to 11 years old)
*Compass price* € 44.-/22.-
Whales and dolphins on the pirate ship SHOGUN on the Atlantic Ocean, lunch on a catamaran, swimming, sailing time 5 hours. Departure:
Tenerife breaks records of popularity among Russian tourists
In 2013, the Spanish island of Tenerife (Canary Islands) was visited by a record 185 thousand tourists from Russia, which is 32% more than in the previous year. And although Russians make up only 3.7% of the total tourist flow, Russia is the fastest growing market for Tenerife’s tourism sector.
On average, each tourist spent about 1079 euros during their stay on the island – 3.2% more than in 2012. Most of these costs – about 710 euros (2.2% more than a year earlier) – were spent on preparing for a trip in the country of departure, in particular on paying for a hotel and buying a ticket, and about 370 euros were spent directly on the island. Of these, 32.5% were spent by tourists on cafes and restaurants, and 17.4% on shopping, which together brought the island 1 billion 845 million euros in income.
In 2013, Tenerife’s tourism industry earned 3 billion 722 million euros in total, which is 5.2% more than the year before. The increase in profits is directly related to the growth in tourist traffic, which, according to the Tenerife Tourist Board, amounted to almost 5 million people, exceeding the figures for 2012 by 1.5%.
In total, tourism in Tenerife increased in 2013 both in the number of overnight stays, which exceeded 38. 5 million, and in hotel occupancy, which averaged 64.6% for the year. Tellingly, the highest occupancy was recorded among four-star (78.4%) and five-star (71.2%) hotels. The average length of stay remained virtually unchanged compared to the previous year and amounted to 7.77 days. Most of the tourists in Tenerife came from the UK (31.8% of the total number of guests of the island), in second place in terms of tourist flow – Spain (23.3%), followed by Germany (11.2%) and Scandinavian countries (about 10% ). Russia is in fifth position in terms of tourist flow in Tenerife.
SPANISH AND ENGLISH FOR RUSSIAN CHILDREN AT KINDERLANDIA CENTER
VERANOKid´s language school offers special holidays in Tenerife for the whole family! Combine relaxation and learning a foreign language!
Special weekly English and Spanish courses for children from 4 to 12 years old.
These unique courses are designed for those who want to get basic knowledge of the language in a short time, master the skills of speaking, feel confident while traveling. In just a week of classes, your children will be able to impress friends and family with their knowledge.
Such an unusual vacation will allow you to completely relax for a few hours a day, and your children will gain useful knowledge and have fun. This course is a great opportunity to instill an interest in learning a language from an early age!
Classes are held at the KINDERLANDIA children’s center for three academic hours a day, with a break for a light lunch or afternoon tea, during which children can practice their knowledge among themselves and make new friends.
Tuition 195 euros,
Includes light lunch/snack and study materials
Beginning June 10, 2013
Morning groups from 10.00
Evening groups from 16.00
Address: Playa de las Américas, Avéaña, Avéjericas (Costa Adejericas), Avéa. Ernesto Sarti, 1, CC Rio Center
For reservations and tours, please contact by e-mail
TENERIFE OPENS A TOUR OFFICE IN RUSSIA
The Canary Islands are still small.
Tenerife Tourism Authority and Aviareps AG have announced a cooperation agreement, according to which, from April 2013, Aviareps AG will represent Tenerife’s interests in the tourism market of Russia and the CIS countries.
According to Aviareps, the PR and marketing campaigns that Tenerife will carry out in Russia with the support of Aviareps will be aimed at increasing the flow of tourists from Russia, including from Russian regions, as well as from CIS countries, such as Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan , Ukraine.
An important task will be not only to attract new tourists, but also to maintain interest among those who have already been to the island.
Aviareps Moscow office will promote Tenerife in the media and ensure the participation of the island in tourism exhibitions, as well as seminars, presentations and roadshows dedicated to the tourism opportunities of the destination.
“Tenerife is already quite popular among Russians, and recently the tourist flow from Russia and other countries of the former USSR has been steadily growing. At the same time, Tenerife, in fact, remains a little-known destination for Russians, said Carlos Alonso Rodriguez, vice president and tourism adviser to the government of Tenerife.
Ot also noted: “Our goal is to strengthen the positioning of the island in the Russian tourist market, so that as many people as possible, when planning a vacation, make a choice in favor of Tenerife.
To do this, we will try to maximize all the advantages that our island can boast of – and there are many more than just the sea and the sun.”
“Tenerife is, first of all, a European destination, which automatically means a high degree of reliability and quality of services provided, and this has always been an important criterion for Russian tourists when choosing a place for recreation, – said in turn the head of Aviareps Robert Obolgogiani, appointed head of the tourist office of Tenerife in Russia.0004
– In addition, the unique climate, unique natural landscapes, the richest national parks, masterpieces of gastronomy and fine wines – all these riches of the island can satisfy the most demanding taste.
According to studies conducted last year under the auspices of the Government of Tenerife, the influx of Russian tourists over the past few years has consistently shown a positive trend. In 2012, the total number of tourists from Russia amounted to 140,254 people, which is 25.5% more than in 2011.
In 2012, the share of Russian tourists in Tenerife was 96.3% of the total number of Russians visiting the Canary Islands.
At the same time, the share of Russian tourists in Tenerife is only about 2.9%, but this is already comparable to the tourist flow from Belgium, France or the Scandinavian countries.
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Spain set the price for a residence permit
11/20/2012
Spanish Secretary of State Haime Garcia Legas announced that the main provisions of the law providing for the issuance of a residence permit to foreign investors were agreed. ACCORDING TO THE LATEST AMENDMENTS, A RESIDENCE PERMIT WILL BE GRANTED TO INVESTORS WHO HAVE PURCHASED RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY IN SPAIN FOR THE AMOUNT OF EUR 160,000 OVER. PREVIOUSLY CALLED EUR 250,000 BAR. THE SECRETARY OF STATE ASSURED THE LAW WILL BE PASSED IN THE COMING WEEKS.
After last week the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed support for a new law that would grant residence permits to investors who bought residential real estate in the country, experts began final consultations.
As a result of the work of the commission on the preparation of a new bill, the minimum value of real estate that must be purchased to obtain a residence permit has been reduced to 160,000 euros. This was personally told by the State Secretary of Spain, Jaime Garcia Legas, notes Espanarusa.
According to the Secretary of State, it is impossible to set a lower limit on the value of real estate, because this will cause massive demand for Spanish residences. This innovation is the result of the joint work of the Ministry of the Interior, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Development of Spain to reduce the number of unsold properties in Spain.
He also said that according to the plans of the authorities, this law will be adopted within the next few weeks.
“In the coming weeks, the law on foreign nationals will be reformed to allow the issuance of a residence permit when buying real estate over a certain value,” Jaime García Legas assured.
Garcia Legas also noted that this measure will primarily be of interest to citizens of China and Russia.
Recall that for the first time to link a residence permit with documents for real estate ownership, a group of experts proposed to the Spanish authorities this summer. “Thousands of rich people from Russia, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America are buying property in the UK, France and Cyprus in order to obtain a residence permit. They could buy apartments in Spain, a country with good weather, reasonable prices and a member of the European Union,” noted an article published in the newspaper El Economista.
Similar programs already exist in some European countries, such as Bulgaria, Cyprus and Latvia. Moreover, the “Latvian offer” (an apartment in Riga from 150,000 euros) is still considered the most affordable from a financial point of view. But for the sake of Cypriot citizenship, you will have to become the owner of real estate worth half a million euros.
Meanwhile, the Spanish real estate industry is still in a deep crisis, and foreigners are the main buyers on the market. Only last year, and only the Russians spent more than a billion euros on the purchase of real estate in this country, buying about 5,000 objects for various purposes, the average cost of which was just 240,000 euros.
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Coronavirus turned Tenerife hotel into Diamond Princess
02/25/2020 at 21:31
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Subject: Coronavirus pandemic
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A thousand guests of the Costa Adeje Palace Hotel in Tenerife (Canary Islands, Spain) are trapped by the coronavirus, similar to the situation on the infamous Diamond Princess liner. A married couple from Italy was infected, now the hotel is isolated – while the tourists were not given masks, they continue to walk around the territory, swim in the pool and communicate with each other.
Photo: AP
A husband and wife from Italy stayed in a hotel for a week before they were diagnosed with a coronavirus infection. The couple (it is known that the man is 60 years old, he is a doctor by profession) was transported to the hospital of the capital of Tenerife, and the rest of the guests were locked in a hotel. The local authorities and hotel staff were clearly unprepared for such an emergency.
British tourists told The Sun that in the morning they found a note under the door asking them not to leave the room “for reasons of sanitation”. Nothing was explained to them in detail. To have breakfast, some guests went down to the buffet, which was laid. The porter downstairs explained vaguely that there were some “minor problems.”
Those who googled the reason for the quarantine, realized that it was about the coronavirus and got scared, stayed in their rooms – but they were not given any food.
The hotel staff put on medical masks and gloves, but the tourists were not given protective equipment. Later, thank God, a local entrepreneur involved in the production of meat products helped – he donated 1,000 masks and 200 pairs of gloves to the hotel. However, as you know, the mask should be changed every two hours.
Vacationers, meanwhile, continued to quietly move around the territory of Costa Adeje Palace – the photo from the hotel shows how they swim in the pool, sunbathe, communicate with each other on neighboring balconies.
Entrances and exits from the hotel are blocked. There are at least two Russians among the tourists.
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The total number of people infected with coronavirus in the world has exceeded 400 million, while countries are gradually lifting restrictions, although mainly for the vaccinated.
The latest news about the spread of coronavirus in the world – in our review.
A highly contagious variant of Omicron continues to spread throughout the world. According to Reuters, on Wednesday the total number of infected exceeded 400 million people, and about 2 million new infections are recorded every day in the world.
Coronavirus worldwide: country and regional data
It took a little more than a month for the number of infections to rise from 300 million to today’s figure, compared to five months to reach 300 million from the previous round figure of 200 million.
The top five countries reporting the most cases in a seven-day average are the United States, France, Germany, Russia and Brazil, accounting for roughly 37% of all reported new cases worldwide, according to a Reuters analysis.
While Europe is still detecting a million new cases almost every day, some countries are slowly easing restrictions because Omicron, while more contagious than Delta, is much milder and does not put as much strain on health systems observed in the first waves of the pandemic.
Spain: Masks are no longer required on the streets, but children over 12 cannot enter the country without double vaccination
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Spain will remove the requirement to wear masks outdoors from next week as part of the easing of coronavirus restrictions amid declining deaths and hospitalizations.
Masks on the street became mandatory at the end of December 2021, when the Omicron outbreak began in the country.
Regional authorities in Northern Aragon, the Basque Country and the Canary Islands have also lifted restrictions on the number of gatherings.
In addition, local authorities have eliminated the need to require a vaccination certificate or a negative PCR test from patrons of bars and restaurants.
In Catalonia, covid passes were canceled a week ago.
However, for tourists with children over 12 years old, Spain seems to remain inaccessible. The fact is that in order to enter the country for the purpose of recreation, it is necessary that a person be vaccinated at least twice, and this also applies to adolescents from 12 years old.
This requirement hurts both Spanish hoteliers and British families who, according to tradition, have already booked the upcoming school holidays in this European country and have been forced to cancel their trips. In the UK, a second dose is only recommended for everyone from 16 years of age, for children 12 to 15 years of age it is offered only if there are risk factors.
“The loss to the Canary Islands could be almost €400 million. This is only for hotels – if we take into account the restaurant economy, it’s even more of a loss. More than 2.5 million British citizens come to Tenerife every year. For us, this part of the year, school holidays is one of the most important. All this profit will be lost,” says Jorge Marichal, president of the Tenerife Hoteliers Association, urging the Spanish government to change the current rules so that more British families can come.
United Arab Emirates: Infections drop, restrictions gradually lifted
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The UAE has one of the highest vaccination rates in the world with 92% of the population fully vaccinated with at least one dose received by 98% of the population.
The United Arab Emirates is beginning to gradually lift the restrictions in force in the country. Thus, the country lifted the travel ban to 12 African countries, but only for vaccinated citizens.
In addition, from mid-February, bars, restaurants and other closed spaces will be able to operate at maximum capacity.
Over the past 24 hours, four people have died from coronavirus in the country, the number of hospitalizations and infections is gradually decreasing.
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UK: Living With Coronavirus Strategy and Investigation of Vaccine Overdoses in Children
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England already has some of the softest restrictions in place in Europe and could be lifted soon
In Scotland, cases of misdosing of Pfizer vaccine given to children are being investigated. According to the Daily Record, four children in the country, aged 5 to 11, received a double dose of the vaccine, and one child subsequently fell ill.
Subsequently, this information was confirmed by the Lanarkshire National Health Service, where they made a mistake.
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said that the service has already apologized to the parents and monitored vaccine ampoules to prevent a recurrence of the situation.
She also assured that an overdose of the vaccine is not harmful, but the Scottish authorities will closely monitor the vaccination of children.
And in England, as part of the Living with Coronavirus strategy, the last remaining coronavirus restrictions, including mandatory self-isolation for those who test positive for Covid-19, may be lifted as early as February.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced this, while noting that this will happen provided that the current encouraging trends continue.
On Wednesday, 68,000 new infections were recorded in the UK, 276 people died. Over the past seven days, the number of infections has decreased by 23% and the death rate by 16% compared to the previous week.
Initially, the last restrictions were to be lifted on March 24, 2022.
In addition, the prime minister said that only unvaccinated citizens would have to fill out forms to enter the country and take tests upon arrival.
Members of the British Parliament will discuss these and other changes when they return from vacation on 21 February.
How to stay in the Canaries during the crisis: the story of Russian speakers in Tenerife
They are friends, business partners and adventurers who left their cities simply because they wanted to. They have changed their way of life, circle of acquaintances and way of thinking, they work remotely, conduct excursions and do whatever they want in the “tranquila” mode (this word is translated from Spanish as “calm”). About what it is like to build life in a new way in the Canaries, they told the editor of RB.ru.
Tatyana Yakubova, Moscow
By nature, I am a rebel who, at the age of 23, could not stand the Moscow concrete jungle filled with dullness and bustle, and decided to leave. To the Canaries. It all started in the tourism industry. Before the promotional tour, instead of another flight to Asia, I decided to choose something new, the choice fell on the Canary Islands. On the last day of the tour, the hotel guide (oh, and a hot macho!) suggested that I stay on the island. I was almost ready to call my parents and say that I would not return. But then she did not call, but simply humbly flew home.
In Moscow, thoughts about the island never left me, and when I accidentally saw a girl with a flower that grows in the Canary Islands, I realized that this was a sign. She and I got off at the same station, got to talking, and she convinced me to go to the islands and not even hesitate. I bought a one-way ticket – quit my job even without working off the obligatory two weeks. With whom to fly on an adventurous trip, I decided quickly. She left an ad on the VKontakte network in the Fellow Travelers group. Like, who wants to fly to Tenerife, live a couple of months, learn a language and relax? The guy from Belarus answered – he said that for the third year he was going to spend the winter somewhere. With him, we agreed to rent a house for two.
The move was an adventure. I arrived before the airport closed, already at night. Northern airport without telephone connection and internet. You need to take a taxi to the south of the island – spend 100 euros and an hour of time. But there were no taxi drivers at that time. Without thinking twice, I threw my suitcase on the airport cart and walked along the autobahn that connects the north and south of the island, hoping that someone would see a lonely girl and stop. So I walked seven kilometers – until the police car stopped. Then there was a long search for a free hotel room, somewhere a day later we still met with my virtual friend from Belarus Artem. On the fifth day of running around the island, we moved into a good, albeit old apartment in one of the apartment complexes overlooking the ocean for only 550 euros per month. They began to settle down.
Living conditions
Internet in Tenerife is difficult because there are problems with fiber optics on the island. The “chasing the internet” quest begins with going to the national police and filling out the NIE paperwork (this is an identification number, the main paper that anyone who plans to stay here needs to live). It is quite difficult to get a NIE, it is necessary to indicate why you need a document (business, buying real estate, etc.). Usually a NIE is issued if you have a contract to buy real estate. We didn’t have anything, so we just wrote in a non-existent address and said we were going to be homeowners. We filled out the paperwork, paid a fee of 10 euros at the bank and returned to the police with all the documents, a receipt for payment and a copy of the passport with a visa. For three days they considered a package of documents, after which they entered us into the database and issued ready-made NIEs. Then, with it and the lease agreement, you need to go to the bank to open an account (about 50 euros) – and only then apply to the provider with an application for the Internet. Three weeks later, we had the Internet. It costs (with a 3G modem) about 20 euros per week. You can connect ADSL for 30 euros per month.
It so happened that we arrived at the most difficult time (December 10), when hotels and villas are busy until mid-January, because the holidays are on the nose, and no one is working. By the way, the Canarians are very fond of the word “manana” (“tomorrow”). And what can be done tomorrow, they postpone until the day after tomorrow. By the way, I myself still “lose” a day or two a week. Is it Friday already? How so? Yesterday was Tuesday! Here no one is in a hurry, everyone smiles and greets each other. People are different – relaxed, lively, friendly. At a pedestrian crossing, you can not worry and not look around – the driver will always stop. I am still getting used to this after Moscow.
Why Tenerife?
No other country has given me the sensations that I got here. Firstly, the climate pleases: it is not too hot or cold, there is no excess wind – it is always perfect. The climate, the ocean, healthy food, nice smiling people – all this contributes to the average life expectancy of 86 years on the island.
For the majority of Russians, the Canary Islands are associated with expensive elite vacations, especially now, given the fluctuations in the exchange rate and the crisis. On the Russian market, this direction can hardly be called relevant, but in fact it is more suitable for living than popular Thailand. By the way, the Canary Islands have become the most popular destination in Spain as a whole among Russian tourists – and more budgetary than other recreation areas. According to Rostourism, in the 2014-2015 season, the first three positions of budget holidays are the Canary Islands. In the first place is the island of Fuerteventura, in the second – Tenerife, in the third – Gran Canaria. The value for money of services, food and accommodation here is better than in other places in Spain. Housing for a long time can be rented for 400-600 euros per month, and if you buy your own, this is a real treasure. Now all real estate has fallen in price, so this is a profitable investment. Mortgage here is also fabulous, banks are ready to give a loan at 4% per annum with a contribution of 30%.
Products are very cheap. A kilogram of pork is three times cheaper than in Moscow. You can eat for free at all: you pick fruits or fruits of certain cacti, you catch sea urchins, or fish. Since there is a separate economic zone, T-shirts and shorts can be bought for 3 euros, jeans – for 4 euros.
Entertainment is also a lot. The whole island is teeming with national parks, sights, and for young people there is a wonderful place Las Veronicas – a street in the south of the island that never sleeps.
Russians in Tenerife
There are so many Russians on the island that I sometimes feel like I am in Turkey when I go to the beach. Most of them came on their own and come back here every year: some for a month, some for three, some, like me, stay to live. If you are not going to stay on the island for a long time, it is better not to delay until the visa expires. If you stay for three years, you can get a residence (belonging to a country), and then there will be no problems with staying in the Schengen zone.
Jobs
In general, on the island, all vacancies are concentrated in the field of tourism, but this is for those who have a work permit. Those who do not have it can work as a nanny, a cleaner, sell excursions, or work in a beauty salon. By the way, website developers, programmers and designers can make great money in the local market. The fact is that the Spaniards make very poor sites for 2000 euros – in Russia, any schoolchild will do better. There is no food delivery service on the island, and in general, many niches are not occupied.
I do everything here: I conduct excursions, work remotely – I translate websites, fill them with content and, like everyone else, I do short-term and long-term rentals, I sell real estate. I still don’t know what I will do next, where I will live, but I know for sure that the best things in life are given with great difficulty, and everything is decided. The main thing is not to be afraid, because if you are a good person, there will always be people who will help you.
Artem Kostrovsky , Minsk
I am a freelance IT specialist who decided to escape from the crisis and uncertainty – I bought a ticket to Tenerife and left the country with 200 euros in my pocket. I chose the Canary Islands because it is summer here all year round: you walk down the street in shorts and a T-shirt, eat vegetables and fruits straight from a tree, climb mountains and still have time to do something useful in life. Why are the Canary Islands more suitable for freelance programmers than Southeast Asia? The issue is the business climate. There are no problems with transfers, it is easy to connect PayPal, everything works without failures. And there are no heavy rains.
There was no special preparation for the trip. I booked flights from Poland. In fact, it was like this: I woke up, took a purse, a laptop, a jacket, a pair of pants, two shorts, boots and flew to heaven. First impressions: you get off the plane, and everyone smiles at you, so you also want to smile, people greet you in hotels, sellers and security guards greet you in stores, and here you don’t feel sad at all.
Canarians do not like to work hard. Shops and banks are open until 14:00, then the siesta begins, and on Sundays nothing works at all, everyone has a day off. But, of course, this does not apply to the tourist area. Most hotel shops with tourist prices that are two to three times higher are open around the clock.
Conditions for tourists and “non-tourists”
In Tenerife, as in all resorts, there is a caste distribution for tourists and non-tourists. If you come as a tourist, then it is difficult to find cheap accommodation. For the first couple of days, Tanya and I hung out in the basement, walked around the neighborhood, asked the price – and in the end we found ourselves a long-term rental option. For a one-bedroom apartment, we paid 550 euros per month for two. We are currently renting a studio for 450 euros. But there are options for 250 euros. Quite decent, not some huts. By the way, we have a group on the VKontakte social network, where I help fellow countrymen and Russian speakers in general find housing in Tenerife.
We settled in a resort area – you can walk and not spend money on transport. Buses run well, tickets are from 1.45 euros and up, depending on the distance. As for products in stores, for some items the Belarusian price tag can be divided into two or even three. Bananas – 60 cents per kilogram. Chicken thighs – 1.5 euros per kilogram. One and a half liters of sangria – 1 euro. And these are the prices of the resort town!
By the way, in December we collected checks to calculate how much we spend. It turned out that for three days it takes 20 euros for food, while we shopped in the store and did not deny ourselves anything. Approximately 50 euros per week. In a cafe, the average check is 15 euros for two, but the portions are huge. In general, you can live. And sometimes, if you wish, you can really dine for free at chain hotels at the buffet, if you know the places.
Property prices are pleasant. In the resort area, you can buy one-bedroom apartments for 40 thousand euros, closer to the coast within a radius of 1.5 km from the ocean, the price will be 80-100 thousand euros. For 120 thousand euros, the owner sells an apartment with an excellent view of the ocean and a three-minute walk from it.
Nature and entertainment
There are a lot of interesting places on the island where you can think of something to your liking, and almost for free. For example, you can take some provisions and go to the mountains, exploring the caves along the way. You can catch sea urchins, and then butcher them and taste delicious fresh caviar. You can catch crabs on the breakwaters. Or make a homemade harpoon and fish illegally, although fishing as such is illegal unless you have a permit. So you have to get out.
Travel around the island along the mountain serpentine, local wineries, Teide National Park, Mount Teide – these are the main local adventures. In general, Teide is the highest point in Spain, 3718 meters above sea level with Martian landscapes around. Siam Park water park and Loro Parque natural park, where you can watch shows of killer whales, dolphins and fur seals, as well as representatives of more than 300 species of parrots. There is a hiking trail “Devil’s Gorge”, at the end of which there is a waterfall. There are also the cliffs of Los Gigantes next to the most beautiful black sand beach on the island. You can go to the neighboring islands of Gomero and Lanzarote – there are very interesting excursions. Paragliding is quite popular in Tenerife, when you take off from the mountain and fly on a paraglider, examining the island. There are also the Guimar pyramids, which are of particular interest to lovers of archeology. Monkey Park, ostrich farm, butterfly valley – tourists do not get bored if they entrust us with their excursion program.
Four types of bananas grow on the island, each type is harvested four times a year, everything is exported. Once we accidentally wandered into a banana plantation, ate bananas. Moreover, the plantation was not fenced in anything, access is open.
What and how to live on
I mostly earn by telecommuting, because part-time work in the area is problematic. In general, knowledge of English and Spanish is desirable here, but it is officially impossible to work for the Spaniards. But I was lucky, I found a job as a nanny for Russians through an acquaintance for 7 euros per hour.
Now I’m learning English, I’m thinking of starting to learn Spanish. It’s inexpensive, 45 euros per week. In general, there is still enough money. I’m thinking of opening a real estate site for Russian speakers, but there are other plans.
Future plans
I had a regular tourist visa for three months. Since it is overdue, I will stay here for three years, get the status of a resident. Since this is a separate economic zone, when I live here for three years, I will automatically receive a residence permit.
A semi-legal lifestyle is a normal story. There are many Russians on the island who lived, live and will live like this. Some have already received resident status. The main thing is to have a NIE. If you have an individual number, you can get a bank card, buy real estate, a car, and the like. Now I help my Russian-speaking countrymen to do the same. Guys with expired visas fly between the islands and the mainland, they say that no one looks at visas. I haven’t tried it yet, but I think it will be ok. I won’t get lost!
“We were treated like slaves in Tenerife.” Muscovite spoke about her move to Canaries
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03/13/2018, 09:00
Victoria Ivanova
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In the early 2000s to visit Canar only a select few could afford. Now in Tenerife you can not only fly to rest, but also move permanently. A reader of Gazeta.Ru talks about how the life of an emigrant in the Canary Islands looks like.
A few years ago I thought about changing cloudy Moscow everyday life for the fresh air of the Atlantic Ocean — Tenerife has always attracted me with its unusual climate and measured lifestyle. I liked that the locals try to enjoy life and do not put work in the first place.
The decision to permanently change Moscow to Tenerife was finally formed in my head after I spent 9 months in the Canaries studying the language. During this time, I managed to perfectly learn Spanish, make friends and meet the man I am now married to.
The most unpleasant part of the move was the process of paperwork, waiting for a residence and work permit – all this dragged on for several months.
About work
Almost all the work on the island is related to tourism. It took me a month to find my first job in Tenerife, I agreed to the first offer, and got a job as a hostess in one of the local hotels. The team accepted quite friendly, there were no problems due to nationality. On the contrary, colleagues were even glad that a Russian-speaking employee appeared (there were many of our compatriots among the hotel’s clients). However, the work schedule and the attitude of the management forced me to quit soon after.
We were treated like slaves, the work contract specified a different work schedule and a different position.
The uniform was extremely uncomfortable: hard plastic boots that had to be worn made my feet bleed. All colleagues complained about the shoes, but the management still forced them to wear them.
About prices
The average salary on the island is from €900 to €1.5 thousand. Considering that the majority rent housing or pay a mortgage, there is very little left for life, although the locals are not chasing mountains of gold and are generally satisfied with a few. Prices for apartments in Tenerife start from €600 per month, for this money you can rent a small studio in the South, which is so popular with tourists.
The cost of public transport depends on the distance, for example, a bus ticket will cost from €1.45 to €8 one way.
Internet and mobile phone prices still make hair stand on end. Despite the fact that the Canary Islands belong to Spain, in this matter they are more like Africa.
High-speed and unlimited home Internet for the money that we used to pay is not here. On average, for a phone and home Internet (the speed of which leaves much to be desired) it costs around €40-50 minimum, depending on the company. In addition, unlike in Moscow, the next day after the conclusion of the contract, the master will not come to you to install the Internet. At best, this will happen in a week, and maybe even in two.
I waited almost two months for the master to come and connect the Internet, but this never happened.
Food
The cuisine is a bit different from typical Spanish cuisine. For example, the locals are especially fond of goat meat and Canarian small potatoes boiled in salt (it is eaten with a uniform). In Tenerife, goats are mainly grown, so very tasty goat cheeses and products based on them (yogurts, kefirs, sauces) are made here.
The national dish of the Canary Islands is gofio, a flour made from roasted wheat seeds or certain varieties of corn.
Canarians add gofio to almost all products: milk, banana, pastries, sweets, bread, garnish. Gofio becomes especially popular when it gets cold outside: they eat it to keep warm and gain strength.
Another famous Canarian dish is marinated rabbit in sauce. And, of course, seafood and fish.
Sometimes I miss Russian food, after all, the best cucumbers, tomatoes and berries that I ate are in Russia. The Canaries are islands of volcanic origin, so it is not easy to grow anything here, often many local vegetables that are sold in stores seem tasteless. Higher quality products can be found at local farmers’ markets, where you can sometimes buy tomatoes that smell like tomatoes. However, the markets are only open on weekends until lunchtime.
About mentality
Many people know that Spaniards like to put off until tomorrow what could have been done yesterday. The popular word “mañana” (“manana” – Spanish for tomorrow) takes on even greater meaning here than in Spain itself. The Canarians, despite their friendliness and smilingness, are not the most obligatory and hardworking people. Very often this is annoying, because, for example,
the scheduled bus may arrive an hour later, or may not arrive at all, without any explanation or warning.
Finding an open store, pharmacy or shopping center on Sunday is almost impossible, you have to wait until Monday or travel all over the island in search of the only open pharmacy.
It is quite difficult to build trusting and real strong, friendly relations with the locals. Often, many local residents, or those who have lived here for a long time, do not let new acquaintances close to them. Outwardly, they may seem very friendly and polite, but if real help is needed, then there may not be anyone nearby. Perhaps this is due to the fact that there are a lot of tourists on the island, who rarely stay for a long time.
About local holidays
Locals like to relax more than work, so there are more holidays in Tenerife than in Spain itself. One of the most important is the carnival, which is considered the second most important after the carnival in Rio.
Carnival in Tenerife lasts almost two months: it starts in early February in the capital of the island of Santa Cruz and ends in late March in the south of Tenerife in the town of Los Cristianos. Throughout February, spectacular concerts and competitions are held every weekend in the capital, including the “Queen of the Carnival”, “best costumes” and dance ensembles. In March, carnival and festivities move south.
Another traditional holiday is romeria (a procession in honor of a saint). Locals decorate the streets of their village, treat each other with homemade wine and food, dress up in authentic Canarian costumes, sing, dance and have fun with the whole family. Romerias take place throughout the year, each time in a different village and town, so there is always something to celebrate.
About the climate
Tenerife has spring almost all year round, even in winter the temperature rarely drops below 17 degrees. Although this winter turned out to be a little colder than the last one, at night the temperature dropped to 10-13 degrees. For local residents, this is a tangible difference, because the houses are not designed for cold and winds. At night in such weather, the house is cold, the humidity is felt more strongly.
Due to the proximity of the Canary Islands to Africa, Kalima has become a frequent visitor to Tenerife in recent years. This is a stream of hot air and winds from the Sahara, mixed with sand particles. On such days, the horizon disappears and the island seems to sink into a haze, a light mist of sand and hot air. The temperature on such days is higher than usual, it is difficult to breathe, all mucous membranes dry out, and many people tolerate this phenomenon quite hard.
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Which is the warmest Canary Island in winter? – Reviews Wiki
Lanzarote is one of plus small islands of Canaries, but that doesn’t mean which is lagging behind by time. The winters à Lanzarote are soft and hot, as in all islands Canaries.
Or Which Canary Island to choose? To summarize, which island to choose our Canaries ?
Lanzarote: volcanic landscapes.
Fuerteventura: paradisiacal beaches and board sports.
Big Canaries : villages and seaside resorts.
Tenerife: parties, relaxation and activities for families or couples.
La Palma: nature hikes and extreme sports.
What is the hottest island in the Canaries?
Ideally, from March to December to have average temperatures above 20 degrees and if it is necessary to reduce further, from May to November. El Hierro, La Gomera and Grande Canary Islands are hotter more long at the end of the year.
What is the hottest island in the Canaries?
Summer heat peaks are 33/34 ° C in El Hierro, themost island in the west and sheltered, 37/38 ° C in La Palma, and 40 ° C and plus in other the islands : these values can occur in short periods when the winds hot and dry blows from the Sahara desert (which in recent years are …
What is the hottest Canary Island in January?
Gran Canaria in January
Average temperatures are between 17 ° C and 21 ° C but be aware that depending on the year they can drop to 12 ° C and go up to 28 ° C.
Which Canary Island to choose in November?
En November, Fuerteventura benefits from a rather weak sunshine of about 6 hours per day with an estimated number of rainy days for this month at 6.
Which Canary Island in October?
El Hierro is a recommended destination for October .
Fuerteventura is a highly recommended destination for October .
Gran Canaria is a highly recommended destination for October .
La Gomera is a recommended destination for October .
La Palma is a recommended destination for October .
What is the hottest Canary Island in February?
Fuerteventura en february
Average temperatures are between 17 ° C and 21 ° C but be aware that depending on the year they can drop to 10 ° C and go up to 30 ° C. Quel was the weather in Fuerteventura the 15 february from last year ?
Where is the hottest in the Canaries in April?
Fuerteventura in April
Average temperatures are between 18 ° C and 23 ° C but be aware that depending on the year they can drop to 12 ° C and go up to 36 ° C.
When to swim in the Canaries?
The best months for swim in Grande Canaries are June, July, August, September, October and November.
What is the hottest Canary Island in November?
La Palma in November
Average temperatures are between 20 ° C and 24 ° C but be aware that depending on the year they can drop to 14 ° C and go up to 31 ° C.
What is the weather in December in the Canaries?
En December, Canaries offer very contrasting temperatures compared to what is found in the whole of Europe. The weather forecast for this winter month will be between 19 and 23 ° C on average, so far from the extreme cold unfavorable to tourism.
Which Canary Island is the hottest in February?
Fuerteventura en february
Average temperatures are between 17 ° C and 21 ° C but be aware that depending on the year they can drop to 10 ° C and go up to 30 ° C.
Which Canary Island is the hottest in December?
La Palma in December
Average temperatures are between 19 ° C and 22 ° C but be aware that depending on the year they can drop to 14 ° C and go up to 28 ° C.
What is the temperature in the Canaries in November?
Le month of november on Tenerife is most often characterized by a time variable. We can count on 17 sunny days but we must expect 7% of the time threatened by generally heavy rain. For this month of november, temperatures minimum are average of 21 ° C and maximums of 22 ° C.
Which Canary Island is the hottest in October?
Go for example to Lanzarote, one of Canary Islands the hotter.
Which Canary Island in winter?
Re: To Canaries : where to go in December? The southern parts of Tenerife and Grand Canaris are supposed to get a few extra hours of sun during the year, but you might end up with exactly the vibe you don’t like. I recommend them the islands Eastern, namely Lanzarote or Fuerteventura.
Which Canary Island is the hottest in October?
Go for example to Lanzarote, one of the Canary Islands the hotter.
Which Canary Island in February?
On the the islands from Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura, you will discover large sand dunes resembling the Sahara Desert. In Tenerife and Lanzarote you will find black sand beaches as well as incredible volcanic landscapes.
Where is it hot in April?
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The month ofApril en Andalusia is favorable to tourism with a weather comfort index of 51/100. The temperatures vary between 13 ° C and 21 ° C, an average of 17 ° C, and rainfall is practically zero (40 mm).
What is the water temperature in the Canaries?
In the Islands Canaries, water temperature not’is not very hot. On average, it varies between 18 ° in the winter months and 23 ° in September, the hottest month.
What is the hottest Canary Island in October?
Go for example to Lanzarote, one of the islands Canaries the hotter.
Where to swim in the Canaries?
The 13 most beautiful beaches on the islands Canaries
The beaches of Mogán.
Famara beach.
El Castillo beach.
Las Vistas beach.
Corralejo Viejo.
El Ancón beach.
La Concha beach – El Cotillo.
Los Patos beach.
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Canary Islands Weather : the hotels booking
“The Canary Islands is a 7-isle pleasant weather Beach Bliss of Europe. It reflects the Caribbean’s picturesque landscapes and national diversity. As well, mirrors the blue waters of East Africa’s mesmerizing Seychelles. It’s a seaside paradise for tourists looking to enjoy warm sunny beaches with cool waters during late-year seasons.”
Canary Islands is a cluster of gorgeous archipelagos famous for their distinctive and tradition ways. Here you’ll be surrounded with beautiful beaches, balmy pleasant weathers, time-honored Spanish townships, uphill foliage covered terrains, and bewildering small-scale woodlands.
These spectacular Spanish atolls are a total of seven islands in close proximity to one another. One of the main reasons tourist love to visit these isles are the moderate temperatures. The Canary Islands weather year round is what European tourist cherish, and most of them visit during winter season in their country. The warm relaxing climates of Canary is what attracts most of the visitors from all around the world.
Lanzarote Island– high-spirited joys of jaunts for the whole Family :
The subtropical temperature and calm seashores are what make Lanzarote a must-visit island for peace lovers.
Lanzarote is one of the best islands for families looking to enjoy beautiful seaside trips and exotic seafood. And yes, don’t forget to taste flavorsome appetizers made from peculiar-shaped potatoes. Lanzarote is famous for its time-honored volcanic terrains resulting in otherworldly landscapes.
Some of the best places here include Playa Blanca for families, Puerto del Carmen for an exhilarating nightlife experience, and Costa Teguise exclusively for newlyweds and couples. Other spots and attractions at Lanzarote include Caleta de Famara, Haria, Timanfaya National Park, Jameos Del Agua, Cueva de Los Verdes, Cesar Manrique, Volcano House, and Rancho Texas Park. Precisely, Lanzarote beaches are some of the finest spots of the Canary Islands, which offer a lot to the tourists.
Canary Island Weather in January:
The beginning of the year with complacent monthly temps. 21-22°C during the day and as low as 14°C at night time. It’s cool in the evening, so don’t forget to layer up a jacket or a cozy sweater.
Gran Canaria Weather in February:
Temperatures remain moderate as their prior month.
Gran Canaria Weather in March:
Lanzarote witnesses balmy seasonal conditions averaging highs of 21-22°C and cool temps during the evening of 15-16°C.
Canary Island Weather in April:
The high temperature reaches up to mid-20°C and lower degrees between 17-19°C. You can enjoy a sunny beach swim and tanning unlike scorching weather in July and August.
Canary Island Weather in May:
Average means remain between 20-21°C during this month. The nighttime is a bit cooler with temperatures to 15-16°C, while the day sees the wake of the summer season with 24-25°C.
Canary Island Weather in June:
The summer season begins during this month with temps reaching as high as 28°C. Evenings and nights see balmy weather conditions averaging for 18-19°C.
Canary Island Weather in July:
Lanzarote witnesses hot weather averaging between 28-32°C during daytime. The nighttime weather is pleasant though.
Canary Island Weather in August:
In this month Temperature is reach above up to 29-to-35°C.
Gran Canaria Weather in September:
Temperatures tend is to cool down so it stays between 18-28°C on an average score.
Gran Canaria Weather in October:
The Lanzarote experience is balmy weather with its high temperatures between 22-24°C and cooler evenings with 18-21°C.
Canary Island Weather in November:
Temperatures remain moderately perfect for swimming and laid-back for sunbathing. Averages are 24°C and 17°C for day and night respectively.
Canary Island Weather in December:
This month sees pleasant daytime and nighttime weathers with 15°C and 22°C falls and rises in temperature. People spend a great time at the beaches during mid-day times.
Gran Canaria Island– for hiking and overnight Camping :
However, the most celebrated of all the Canary Islands is Gran Canaria due to its windswept exotic beaches and beautiful backdrop landscapes.
If you’re an enthusiastic beach goer who loves to whirl and surf over concurrent waves, then this is the place to be at. The Gran Canaria weather is moderate round the year and it thrives as a favorite itinerant holidaymaking destination among Europeans, U.S., Canada, and Australians.
Gran Canaria is well-known for its countless beaches including black lava beaches, white sand strands, and around 80 coastline expanses of gorgeous golden sands. Located south and northwest of the horn of Africa, this archipelago is seaside ‘Switzerland’ surrounded by coral rocks and blue waters.
Moreover, Gran Canaria offers super luxury spots to spend your holidays. The Meloneras and Las Palmas are major destinations where visitors flock in huge numbers to spend their vacations. Here you’ll find the finest 3-star and 5-star hotels. In the southern region, Playa del Inglés, Puerto de Mogán, Puerto Rico, and San Agustín have some of the most bustling beach spots of all the Gran coastlines. There are lots of things to do in Gran Canaria islands, especially when it comes to exploring these Spanish terrains. It offers a variety of attractions you can visit including arts auditoriums, museums, theatres, and annual concert events.
Canary Islands monthly weather for Gran Canaria :
Canary Islands Weather January:
Gran Canaria weather remains pleasant during the day but gets cool as evening approaches. Temperatures are 21°C and 15-16°C, respectively.
Canary Island Weather in February:
Gran Canaria goes through warmer temperatures this month and becomes the warmest Canary Island archipelago during this interim period.
Canary Island Weather in March:
This month experiences the summer season in Gran Canaria. Average temperatures on regular days reach 18.5°C in contrast to April, which has an average temperature of 18.9°C. The low temperatures can fall up to 15.4°C and rise up to 21.8°C or more.
Canary Island Weather in April:
The weather turns pleasant in April with average temperatures 16-17°C to 21°C.
Canary Island Weather in May:
It usually gets warmer as mid-year nears. The average temperatures swing between 17°C to 24°C at night and daytime respectively.
Gran Canaria Weather in June:
Gran Canaria experience is moderate temperatures during this month with averages low of 14°C and highs of up to 21°C.
Canary Island Weather in July:
This month is the beginning of the summer season with daytime temperature is reaching 27°C and by night as low as 21°C.
Gran Canaria Weather in August:
The hottest month in Gran Canaria up to 27.5°C (81.5°F) and the average lowest temperature is about 23.8°C (74.8°F).
Canary Island Weather in September:
The after-effects of the month of August are felt with exceeds in the first-week daytime temperatures of 28°C to lows of 21-21°C during the night. Subsequently, temperatures fall as the month ends tipping down to a cool 15°C.
Canary Island Weather in October:
Prior to the beginning of the winter season, this month experiences dry and sunny weather. Average temperatures reach a high of 27°C and 20-22°C in the evening.
Canary Island Weather in November:
Temperatures start to melt down a bit between 21°C and 24°C during night and day time respectively.
Canary Island Weather in December:
This month marks the beginning of the winter season with temperatures falling between 19°C and 22°C.
Tenerifet Island– for a lively Nightlife escapade :
The Canary Islands and its weather is a perfect holiday destination and has enough to fill your dreams of a perfect family vacation.
Canary’s largest island Tenerife is having sundry attractions, and it all begins by beholding the mammoth Mount Teide Volcano at the Teide National Park. Next comes the popular Thai-themed Siam Park; an adventurous water park with great jaw-dropping rides. The Loro Park is a fun-loving casual visit for the whole family that has lush green gardens and a small zoo with tigers, penguins, and dolphins. Besides, you don’t want to miss out those stunning manmade beaches Playa de las Américas and Playa de Las Teresitas.
Canary Islands monthly weather for Tenerife :
Canary Island Weather in January:
The weather seems pleasant during this month with temperatures between 15°C to 20°C. Beaches are quite cool here due to 4-5 days of downpours.
Canary Island Weather in February:
Temperatures remain constant with no or little rain.
Canary Island Weather in March:
The weather turns pleasant with average temperatures of 18°C. The days are warm and ideal for seaside activities, while nights get cooler to enjoy Tenerife’s suburban nightlife.
Canary Island Weather in April:
Nice weather conditions approach during this time of the year with day temps of 22-25°C and night temps of 16-18°C. You can enjoy sunbathing and swimming during the day and enjoy nighttime at the beach by a bonfire with friends and family.
Canary Island Weather in May:
Tenerife experiences moderate temperatures; high 23°C to low 16-17°C. This month is perfect for a full-day beach excursion due to less crowd, and you can enjoy a laid-back soporific vacation during this time of the year.
Canary Island Weather in June:
Average temps rise significantly up to 21-22°C. The southern region gets hotter as compared to the northern part of the island. Due to the off-season, you can enjoy swimming and sunbathe in the south and family seaside jaunts in the north.
Canary Island Weather in July:
This month marks the beginning of the summer season with high temperatures between 23-27°C and coolly composed temp scores of 18-20°C during nighttime.
Canary Island Weather in August:
Tenerife witnesses extreme hot conditions with avg. highs of 28-30°C during the day with 8-10 hours of sunshine. Late evenings and night see moderate temps of 19-21°C.
Canary Island Weather in September:
The weather turns twofold with temperatures; daytime averaging 25-27°C that are best for sporty beach activities, while the night offers serene seaside forecasts of 20-21°C.
Canary Island Weather in October:
This month sees a lot of tourists coming in from cold countries of Europe. The pleasant weather conditions make it a perfect time for a body-relaxing dip in the shallow seas. Temps are moderate between 20-26°C with an average of 22°C.
Canary Island Weather in November:
This month witnessed a lot of friends and families coming to the beach to enjoy one of the most decent seasonal months at Tenerife averaging between 18-23°C.
Canary Island Weather in December:
Ideal for beachgoers who love to soak their skin in both cold waters and warm weather. Avg. temp scores around 22.2°C (70°F) and has a quarter full day of sunshine to lay in the sand.
Apart from the aforementioned popular Canary Islands isles, the remaining too are something distinctive and visit-worthy, if you’re having a 2-3 days schedule to spare. La Gomera is popular for traditional values, food, and cultural authenticity, Fuerteventura is popular for picturesque southern beaches, La Palma for a luxurious holiday, snorkeling, and of course it’s illustriously overwhelming stargazing from the Gran Telescopio Canarias.
Questions and Answers: (As people Ask)
Q1. What is the best month to visit the Canary Islands?
A: The Canary Islands clustered into seven big islands is a treat to enjoy all seasons. However, seasons vary from months to months on each archipelago. The best months are from March to May if you want to enjoy the summer season. If you’re looking for pleasant weather that’s neither too hot nor too cold, September to November are the best months. The best part during this time of the year is the few crowds and inexpensive accommodations.
Q2. Which Canary Island remains the best weather?
A: The southern coastal areas of Tenerife and Gran Canaria have the best weather all year round. In case you’re looking for a not-so-breezy beach experience, then Puerto Rico is the best choice since it offers nuzzled seaside spots and great spots to sunbathe and swim.
Q3. Which Canary Island is the hottest?
A: The hottest islands from ascending to descending order are Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura. Overall, Gran Canaria has the best hot weather spots with cool shades and some spectacular bathing areas.
Q4. Which island in the Canaries is the hottest?
A: The Hottest Canary Islands include Gran Canaria and Tenerife. They’re even warm in December and an ideal vacation spot for those traveling from cold parts of Europe, the U.S., and Canada.
Q5. Which is the hottest Canary Island in June?
A: The hottest Canary Island in June in Lanzarote island.
Q6. Is the water warm in the Canary Islands?
A: The Canary Island waters have moderate temperatures all year round and are popular among swimmers and beachgoers. Water temperatures at the Canary Islands have a cool temperature of 20 ° C during the day, while at open beach areas, it tends to reach 26 ° C.
Q7. What is the coldest month in Tenerife?
A. The coldest months in Tenerife start from mid-January to March. You can expect daytime temperatures as low as 20C – 63F.
Q8. Which of the Canary Islands is hottest in November?
A: Gran Canaria and Tenerife experience hot sunny weather in November.
Q9. Which Canary Island has the best weather in November?
A: Gran Canaria and Tenerife Islands have the best weather in November. The former has plenty of sunshine while the latter has cool mornings and evenings. Hence, people enjoy mid-day more at the seaside strands in Tenerife.
Q10. Which is the least windy Canary Island?
A. The least breezy regions of the Canary Islands include southern Tenerife and the southwest zone of Gran Canaria.
Q11. In which the Canary Islands should I go at the end of November?
A. Gran Canaria, Tenerife, and Lanzarote are best for November and December due to their moderate warm and complacent cool temperatures.
Q12. Where is the warmest place in November?
A: Gran Canaria has the warmest weather out of all Canary Islands.
Q13.Which Canary Island is hottest in October?
A. The hottest regions of Gran Canary in October include Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura.
Q14. Which Canary Island is windy?
A. Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are the windiest isles of the Canary Islands.
Which Canary Island is hotter in April? – ici2016.org
Which Canary Island is hotter in April?
Lanzarote Which Canary Island is hottest in April? Lanzarote and Tenerife are the hottest Canary Islands in April. In the case of Tenerife, keep in mint that the temperatures in the north are lower than in the south where the tourist resorts are located.
Are house prices falling in the Canary Islands?
Canary Islands property values dropped in January, new figures have revealed. Data compiled by Spanish surveyors Tinsa has shown that Canary Islands property prices fell by 8.2 per cent last month, the Telegraph reports.
What are the Canary Islands like in April?
The islands, including Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, have a subtropical climate and in April, the weather’s mild and sunny, perfect for days on the beach or sightseeing. At this time of year, temperatures are warm but not too hot and the resorts are much quieter than the summer months.
Is Tenerife or Lanzarote hotter in April?
Warmest Of The Canaries During April? Tenerife and Gran Canaria will now warm to an average temperature of 19 Celsius. The eastern islands of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are warmer still with a daily average of 21 Celsius.
Which is hottest Canary island?
Tenerife Tenerife is the hottest island in the Canary Islands archipelago in January and our recommended destination for the month.
Which Canary island is hotter in March?
From time to time the Calima winds from the Sahara bring hotter temperatures to the islands, covering them in a fine layer of sand. On the most easterly island, Lanzarote, average temperatures in March hover around 19°C, with highs of 23°C in the hottest part of the day.
What is the best month to go to the Canary Islands?
The best times to visit the Canary Islands are between March and May and from September to November. Winter and summer bring loads of tourists, which make accommodations more expensive and more difficult to find.
Which Canary Island is best in April?
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are the hottest islands in April, though Gran Canaria remains warmer at night. Fuerteventura is the driest, with only 5mm of rain predicted for the month.
Can you sunbathe in Tenerife in April?
The weather in Tenerife South is usually warm enough in April for sunbathing, although the water may still feel too cold to swim in. It’s the Atlantic Ocean after all. Temperatures range in the mid-20s °C during the daytime in the south, so it’s hot enough to sunbathe and spend time on the beach.
Is Tenerife hotter than Lanzarote?
Tenerife and Gran Canaria are the warmest islands in the Canaries during the months of December, January and February. Lanzarote and Fuerteventura usually have more cloudy days, which makes the weather seem cooler compared to Tenerife.
Which is the coldest month in Tenerife?
January Tenerife weather in January Despite January being the coldest and wettest month of the year in Tenerife, it is still a good month to visit the island if you are looking for winter sun.
Which Canary Island is warmest in winter?
Tenerife and Gran Canaria are the warmest islands in the Canaries during the months of December, January and February. What you need to keep in mind is that those temperatures refer only to the weather in Tenerife South and also the south of Gran Canaria.
Average April temperature: 23.7 °C Sitting only 127 km away from the Sahara Desert, Lanzarote enjoys a pleasant climate all year round and is one of the most visited tourist destinations across Europe. The hottest of the Canary Islands, Lanzarote’s temperatures rise to an average maximum of 23.7 ºC in April.
When did Spain settle the Canary Islands?
1483 Spain colonized the Canary Islands beginning in 1483, and by the time of Columbus’s voyages to the New World, the Canary Islands were firmly under Spanish control.
Warmest Of The Canaries During April? Tenerife and Gran Canaria will now warm to an average temperature of 19 Celsius. The eastern islands of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are warmer still with a daily average of 21 Celsius. The Sea temperature across the islands will now be 20 Celsius.
How hot is Tenerife in April?
23°C Tenerife weather in April Temperatures will average 23°C, with the warmest weather usually found on the south side of the Island. There is much less cloud around compared to March, with around 8 hours of sunshine a day. Sea temperatures will also be pleasant for swimming, with average temperatures of 20°C.
Why are Canary Islands not in EU?
The Canary Islands are not a country. Despite the fact that they’re geographically part of the African continent. But they ‘belong’ to Europe. As mentioned above, they’re actually recognized under the protectorate of Spain and are therefore European.
What language do they speak in the Canary Islands?
Canarian Spanish
Canarian Spanish
Region
Canary Islands
Ethnicity
Canary Islanders, Isleños
Era
Modern, Contemporary
Language family
Indo-European Italic Romance Western Romance Ibero-Romance West Iberian Castilian languages Spanish language Canarian Spanish
Is it warm enough to sunbathe in Tenerife in March?
Yes the weather in March is certainly good enough to sun bathe. We have been at Xmas and it was too hot to sit out all day. As with anywhere you can be uinlucky and get cloudy days and there can be winds . We go to Tenerife every year in the winter and are never disappointed.
Where is Tenerife located in the Canary Islands?
Tenerife was an unscheduled stop for both flights. Their destination was Gran Canaria Airport (also known as Las Palmas Airport or Gando Airport), serving Las Palmas on the nearby island of Gran Canaria. Both islands are part of the Canary Islands, an autonomous community of Spain located in the Atlantic Ocean off the southwest coast of Morocco .
Where was the plane crash in Tenerife in 1977?
On March 27, 1977, two Boeing 747 passenger jets, KLM Flight 4805 and Pan Am Flight 1736, collided on the runway at Los Rodeos Airport (now Tenerife North Airport), on the Spanish island of Tenerife, Canary Islands, killing 583 people, making it the deadliest accident in aviation history.
What’s the average temperature in Tenerife Canary Islands?
Tenerife, Canary Islands: Annual Weather Averages. August is the hottest month in Tenerife with an average temperature of 75°F (24°C) and the coldest is January at 62°F (17°C) with the most daily sunshine hours at 10 in August.
How did Pan Am get out of Tenerife airport?
Shortly afterward, the Pan Am was instructed to follow the KLM down the same runway, exit it by taking the third exit on their left and then use the parallel taxiway. Initially, the crew was unclear as to whether the controller had told them to take the first or third exit.
Tenerife was an unscheduled stop for both flights. Their destination was Gran Canaria Airport (also known as Las Palmas Airport or Gando Airport), serving Las Palmas on the nearby island of Gran Canaria. Both islands are part of the Canary Islands, an autonomous community of Spain located in the Atlantic Ocean off the southwest coast of Morocco.
Can a UK citizen go on holiday to Tenerife?
Meanwhile, UK Nationals can still travel to Tenerife on holiday for up to a total of 90 days in any 180 day period (fully explained in the Residency article linked to above) simply by using their UK passport (provided it it valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel).
Why was Tenerife an unscheduled stop for both flights?
Cockpit procedures were also reviewed, contributing to the establishment of crew resource management as a fundamental part of airline pilots’ training. Tenerife was an unscheduled stop for both flights.
Is the Canary Islands outside of the EU?
However, given that Tenerife has always been outside of the EU for ‘tax purposes’ and duty-free limits already apply between the Canary Islands and the UK, there is likely to be no change whatsoever for bargain-seeker drinkers and smokers visiting Tenerife.
30 Best European cruise tips
There’s not much more exciting than booking a Royal Caribbean cruise, especially when it’s a cruise to Europe. Spending your days exploring historic, charming ports under the warm Mediterranean sun is an experience every cruiser should experience at least once.
If you’ve never cruised to Europe, you’ll want to research the ins and outs of a European cruise to avoid making rookie mistakes not only in the planning process, but once onboard the ship.
Knowing which shore excursions to book, which itinerary to select, and which ship to sail on can help make your European cruise experience worry-free.
Here are our top 30 European cruise tips you should use to plan the cruise vacation of your dreams.
Shore excursions aren’t always necessary
Don’t assume you have to book shore excursions on a European cruise. Most European cruise ports (or surrounding areas) are walkable and charming, meaning you can have a nice day simply walking around without a plan.
In Mykonos, Greece, for example, cruise ships tender directly into town, meaning you can walk around the winding, white cobblestone streets on the island and discover local restaurants, shops, and attractions–all without spending extra on a shore excursion.
Related: 7 ways to have a great time in port without a cruise ship shore excursion
However… shore excursions are better for certain ports
While most ports are walkable directly from the ship or with a short shuttle ride to town, there are several European cruise ports which require traveling long distances (1-2 hours) each way to reach the city.
Rome, for example, is located an hour and a half from the port of Civitavecchia. Many cruisers will opt to book an excursion through Royal Caribbean as opposed to traveling to Rome independently due to the distance required.
Related: What happens if you miss your cruise ship?
If a train is delayed or you encounter traffic on the journey back from Rome, you’ll risk missing the ship. A Royal Caribbean excursion will provide you added protection in knowing that if your tour runs late, the ship will wait for you before leaving.
Understand that European cruises aren’t always as relaxing
Caribbean cruises are the ultimate relaxing getaway. Waking up late, ordering breakfast to your balcony, and spending the day at the pool will have anyone rejuvenated by the end of the week.
European cruises, on the other hand, tend to be busier. Many passengers wake up early and spend between 8-12 hours in port. There tends to be a lot of walking in European cruise ports. When combined with the strong summer heat, this can quickly make you feel exhausted.
Having such a busy schedule isn’t the case for all itineraries, and you certainly don’t have to disembark the ship at every port or spend 10 hours on shore each day, but if you want to make the most of your time in Europe, you might find yourself needing another vacation after the cruise is over!
Consider the distance from port to city
Before booking a cruise itinerary, make sure you understand how far a port is located from the destination city.
Cruise itineraries will list Paris as a port of call, for example, despite the port being in Le Havre, France, which is over 2 hours away from the city center of Paris! The same goes for cities like Rome, Florence, and Marseille.
To check if the ports your itinerary visits are far from the destination city, look for parenthesis next to the port’s name. Rome will be listed as Rome (Civitavecchia), Paris as Paris (Le Havre), Nice as Nice (Villefranche), etc.
While it’s certainly manageable to travel 30-90 minutes into port each way every day of the cruise, if you would rather walk off the ship and explore a port with no hassle, it might be better to choose a different itinerary.
Don’t be afraid of crowds
Europe is a busy travel destination in the summer not only with cruise ship tourists, but with land-based visitors as well.
You’ll find that many tourist attractions, such as the Acropolis in Athens, Pompeii in Naples, and the Sagrada Família in Barcelona, are packed with tourists, and you’ll have a hard time finding peace and quiet in the busiest cruise ports.
Don’t let this deter you from booking a cruise to Europe, though, as these attractions are popular for a reason. Witnessing the stunning architecture of the Duomo in Florence and a sunset from Santorini are truly remarkable experiences and worth any crowds you may encounter.
Pick ports with fewer crowds
If the idea of visiting tourist attractions in huge, busy cities sounds like a nightmare, however, there are plenty of ports that receive far fewer tourists than places like Mykonos and Dubrovnik.
Look for cruise itineraries visiting smaller, lesser-visited destinations like La Coruña in Spain and Bari in Italy. While there will still be plenty to see and do in these ports, you may be the only cruise ship in port, meaning you can enjoy the day with fewer crowds.
Be aware of dress codes
If you booked an excursion that visits the Vatican in Rome or other historic churches, be aware of any required dress codes.
The Vatican, for example, has the following dress code which should be adhered to by all visitors:
Shoulders must be covered
Do not wear clothing that exposes the knee
Remove hats
Cover offensive tattoos or religious symbols
Ripped/see-through clothing is discouraged
You don’t necessarily have to spend the whole day in Rome wearing pants and a shirt that covers the shoulders, but be sure to pack a change of clothes if you will be visiting the Vatican.
Relax with a great view
With so much happening in port and onboard, don’t forget to take time to relax with a beautiful view.
Cruises to Europe visit gorgeous destinations, from sailing through the fjords of Norway to the dramatic landscapes of Montenegro. You’ll often find a wonderful view out the window if you take a look, so don’t pack your day full of activities with little time left to relax.
Instead grab a coffee or cocktail and find a lounge to sit back and relax with the view.
Fly to your departure port 2 days early
If you’re flying to Europe from North America, you’ll find that most flights arrive in Europe early in the morning. While you may initially think that the schedule works perfectly as you can leave the airport and immediately head to the port, this is a terrible idea.
It’s no surprise that air travel is unpredictable. Delays, cancellations, weather problems, technical errors, and more can cause even a direct flight to turn into a nightmare. Trying to fly to your European cruise departure port the night before your cruise and arrive on the morning of your cruise is extremely risky.
Related: Why you shouldn’t fly to your cruise the same day it begins
You’ll also arrive severely jet lagged, too, which can make you feel miserable on your first day in Europe. No one wants to spend the first day of their cruise feeling tired and missing out on a cruise experience they waited so long to enjoy.
Instead fly to your departure port in Europe 2 days before the cruise begins. If your cruise leaves on a Friday, for example, fly to Europe on Wednesday night. You’ll arrive Thursday morning, giving you one full day to recover from jet lag before getting onboard the following day.
Spend time in your embarkation/disembarkation port before or after the cruise
Many European cruise itineraries embark in some of the world’s most historic cities, including Rome, Athens, and Barcelona. These cities are filled with some of the most popular attractions in the world, delicious cuisine, and dynamic cultures.
If possible, plan to arrive at least 1-2 days prior to your cruise to ensure you have time to see the city’s top sights and attractions. You don’t want to end up with only ~3 hours total to spend in Rome before your cruise and miss out on sights like the Colosseum and Pantheon!
Bring a theft prevention daypack
Bringing a daypack is essential on any European cruise, but you’ll want to be wary of pickpockets, especially in busy tourist areas. Losing a phone, wallet, or passport is not part of anyone’s vacation plan, but it does happen to some passengers.
Consider purchasing a backpack with theft protection. These backpacks have several features to deter pickpockets, including “secret” pockets that are against your back or zippers with a lock feature to prevent easy access to what’s inside.
Speaking of pickpockets, NEVER put your phone or wallet in your back pocket while visiting port as this makes you an easy target for being pickpocketed.
Get tender tickets early
Some smaller cruise ports in Europe are tender ports, meaning there is no dock where you can walk off the ship and onto land. Instead, these ports use small tender boats to bring passengers from ship to shore while the cruise ship anchors offshore.
To board a tender boat, you need a tender ticket, each of which has a number on it to determine when you’re able to disembark the ship for the tender boat.
These tender tickets become available at a specific time onboard, which will be announced on the loudspeaker or in the Cruise Planner. Tickets are complimentary.
Be sure to pick up a tender ticket right away to avoid lengthy wait times to board a tender boat to shore. The last thing you want to happen is be waiting around on the ship for an available boat when you have limited time in port!
Taste local cuisine in every port
While the food you’ll find on a Royal Caribbean cruise is excellent, don’t skip out on tasting local cuisine just to save a few dollars and eat on the ship.
Tasting fresh pasta and pizza in Italy, crêpes in France, paella in Spain, and moussaka in Greece is well worth the extra cost and it might end up being the best meal you’ve ever had!
Related: Must-eat foods on a cruise to Italy
When looking for a restaurant in your cruise port, don’t eat directly in the tourist center. While you may still have a nice meal sitting across the street from the Colosseum or Duomo in Florence, you’ll likely pay a premium for food that is half as good as something you’d find a few blocks away.
Don’t try to fit too much in one day
There’s so much to see on a European cruise that it can be overwhelming to fit everything in one day. From churches, museums, hikes, beaches, monuments, and more, it’s impossible to see everything.
Instead of spending your day on a strict timetable with little free time, choose just one or two things you’d like to experience in each cruise port. Once you do those two things, spend the rest of the day walking around, visiting a local cafe or restaurant, and taking in local culture.
It’s easy to get burned out with sightseeing on a European cruise, and you’ll probably have a better time fitting in just a few activities each day as opposed to a full, rigid schedule.
Pick the best cruise ship for you
There are ships of all sizes sailing in Europe each summer, each of which has a unique layout, onboard amenities, dining, and entertainment options.
If you’re looking for the newest and biggest ship, book an Oasis Class cruise ship for your European cruise. Royal Caribbean sends one Oasis Class ship to Europe each summer, and these ships are unparalleled in terms of onboard experience, with countless restaurants, activities, and onboard entertainment.
If you’d prefer a more personal feel and having the ability to visit a wider range of ports, book a cruise on a smaller ship. These ships have far fewer passengers than Royal Caribbean’s big cruise ships, and passengers looking for a cruise experience without the bells and whistles will find that small cruise ships fit their needs for a cruise vacation.
Related: 12 differences between the big and small Royal Caribbean cruise ships
The ship isn’t as important as the destination
Unlike on a Caribbean cruise that may have several sea days, European cruises have little time at sea and more time in port. European cruises are more about visiting amazing destinations as opposed to sailing on a specific cruise ship.
After a busy day in port, you’ll find yourself tired and ready to have a nice meal, watch a show, and go to bed. You won’t always have the energy for things like water slides, zip lines, and bumper cars.
Therefore it’s best to pick a European cruise based on itinerary. If you’re dying to visit Ireland but the itinerary is only offered on a smaller ship, don’t hesitate to book the cruise.
Figure out the best time to cruise to Europe for your preferences
Royal Caribbean’s European cruise season runs from April to October each year, and each month comes with its own pros and cons.
Spring and fall will bring lower temperatures, fewer crowds, and lower prices, but some itineraries are not available during certain months of the year.
Summer, on the other hand, will be warmer, busier, and more expensive, but this schedule works best for those traveling with kids still in school.
Related: What is the best time to cruise the Mediterranean?
European cruise itineraries vary greatly
There are a ton of cruise itineraries offered in Europe, from island hopping Greece to visiting the British isles and Canary Islands. Before you pick a cruise, research which itineraries are available and pick the one that interests you the most.
Here are the main European cruise itineraries you’ll see offered by Royal Caribbean:
Western Mediterranean
Greek Isles
Greek & Adriatic
Spain & France
Greece, Israel, and Cyprus
Norwegian fjords
British Isles
Canary Islands
Northern Europe & Russia (currently paused)
Don’t limit yourself to a Western Mediterranean cruise itinerary
A cruise to the Western Mediterranean is one of the most popular itineraries for those cruising to Europe for the first time. After all, visiting ports like Florence, Barcelona, and Rome are on many passengers’ bucket lists, and these cities are definitely worth visiting at least once in a lifetime.
Related: Western Mediterranean cruise guide
Yet there are so many other European cruise itineraries to choose from, so take a look at other itineraries before choosing the one you’ve heard the most about. You may find that a cruise to Norway or Greece interests you more than visiting Spain, so don’t be afraid to do more research before picking a cruise itinerary.
Pick a port-intensive itinerary
If you’re traveling all the way to Europe from North America or beyond, try to find a port-intensive cruise itinerary. You’ll want to make the most of your time in Europe and see as many ports as possible.
Luckily, most European cruise itineraries are already port-intensive, visiting 5-6 ports in one week in addition to an embarkation/disembarkation port. It’s not uncommon to have only one sea day (or no sea days).
While this can make for a busy, tiring cruise, it’s well worth having a port-intensive itinerary to experience the most you can during your short time in Europe.
Ride a bike
Many European countries have excellent bicycle infrastructure, and exploring a new port on bicycle can be a nice way to see the country while creating your own budget-friendly shore excursion.
Cycling will be more pleasant in smaller ports of call or those with safe, car-free bicycle paths, such as La Rochelle, France or Lisbon, Portugal.
If you’re interested in cycling while in port, research which bicycle rental companies are available or if the city has a public bicycle sharing program available.
Consider My Time Dining
European cruises are busy, with many port days running longer than what you’ll find in other regions of the world. It’s not uncommon to see 12 hour port days on the days with long travel time into the city (Rome, Paris, etc.).
If you’re planning your days in port and realize that you won’t always make it back to the ship in time for traditional seating in the Main Dining Room (especially the early seating at 5:30), consider choosing My Time Dining. This way you’ll have more flexibility on when you eat dinner each night and you won’t be worried about missing your reservation.
Related: Royal Caribbean My Time Dining versus Traditional Dining
Book your European cruise with a travel agent
Just like our advice for any other Royal Caribbean cruise, be sure to book a European cruise with a travel agent.
A good travel agent will cost you nothing extra and can save you time and money leading up to your cruise. It’s not uncommon for travel agents to offer special rates that you cannot find on the Royal Caribbean website and extra onboard credit.
In addition, travel agents are available to answer any questions you may have and they will be the ones contacting Royal Caribbean with any problems that may arise. Therefore you won’t have to worry about waiting on hold and taking time out of your busy schedule.
Related: 10 secrets Royal Caribbean travel agents wish you knew
Purchase travel insurance
Travel insurance is important to purchase for any cruise as it can provide coverage in case of medical emergencies, travel and airline delays, lost luggage, etc.
It’s always better to have travel insurance and not need it than to realize you don’t have insurance when you need it the most!
Pack chic, casual clothing for port
While you’re certainly able to spend a day in port dressed in a t-shirt from your favorite sports team and gym shorts, you probably want to pack clothing that is more chic (albeit still comfortable).
Related: What to wear on a Mediterranean cruise
Europeans tend to dress up more than North Americans in their day to day lives, and you’ll definitely stick out like a sore thumb wearing clothing like yoga pants and shirts with an American flag pattern.
Consider packing comfortable clothing that looks nicer than what you would wear to the gym. Lightweight sundresses, jumpsuits, and patterned shirts for women can be cute, fun options whereas men may want to pack fitted t-shirts, nice shorts, and short sleeve button ups.
Realize it can get extremely hot
If you’re cruising to Europe in the middle of summer, be prepared for the heat. You’re unlikely to have any issues on a cruise to Norway or Iceland, but will definitely encounter high temperatures in western and southern Europe.
Prepare for the hot temperatures by wearing lightweight clothing, taking rests in the shade whenever possible, and staying hydrated.
If you follow our tip above about not trying to schedule too much in one day, you’ll have plenty of free time to relax in the shade at a restaurant or cafe, giving you time to cool down on the hottest of port days.
Bring comfortable shoes
A European cruise often entails a lot of walking, and you’ll certainly take more steps in Europe than you would laying on a beach in the Caribbean.
Bringing comfortable walking shoes is extremely important on a cruise to Europe to avoid feeling miserable with blisters and sore feet.
While you don’t need to pack the bulkiest tennis shoes for your cruise, be sure to pack shoes you’ve worn many times before to avoid any mishaps.
Bring euros/local currency
While it’s possible to cruise to many places in the Caribbean with only US dollars, you’ll want to have Euros (or other local currency) on a European cruise.
Most ports and establishments will accept card payments, but it’s recommended to carry a small amount of cash with you ($100-150 in local currency) each day in port.
Be flexible
Flexibility is key when it comes to any Royal Caribbean cruise. Not everything always goes to plan, and you may find that your itinerary changes, you miss a port due to weather, have to visit an alternate port due to a medical emergency, etc.
With the right mindset, you can take these changes in stride and make the most out of the new situation. If your mindset is negative, though, you can easily make this “ruin” your cruise experience.
Stay flexible and you’re sure to have an amazing European cruise experience.
Learn a few local phrases
On a European cruise, you’ll most likely be visiting many countries in one week, all of which speak a different language. While English is commonly spoken throughout Europe, it’s helpful to know a few basic phrases in the language of each country you visit.
Knowing how to say phrases like hello, goodbye, thank you, how are you, how much does this cost, etc. can help make your days in port stress-free.
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10 ideas where to go this spring
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PHOTO: Foto: Aleksandra Valner
Why it is worth traveling in the spring and where exactly the sun, sea and local attractions will wake anyone up after the Estonian winter.
Spring is almost the best time to travel to the largest island in the Mediterranean, as summers are very hot and dry. But in March and April in Sicily, you can fully admire the green landscapes of fields and plantations with fragrant wild flowers bursting with bright colors. Since the weather on the island is already warm at the beginning of spring and the air begins to warm up more and more, you can spend a sufficient amount of time breathing in the fresh aroma of spring.
On sunny and already warm days of March-April, you can visit former Phoenician sites, Roman amphitheaters, Greek temples, Norman castles and Aragonese churches. Or you can combine sightseeing holidays with participation in the main Sicilian holidays. So, for example, in March, the feast of St. Giuseppe, the protector of the poor, is celebrated throughout Sicily. For the festival, which is celebrated on a grand scale for a whole week, altars are built everywhere, decorating them with biblical symbols and figures baked from dough. In April, Sicily invites all tourists to its numerous gastronomic festivals, where you can always not only taste real Sicilian dishes, but also learn how to cook them (for example, the cheese festival “Sagra della ricotta e del formaggio” or the feast of cannoli, the most famous Sicilian sweet in the world).
The average air temperature in March-April is +16 and above.
It is not for nothing that the Canary Islands are called an earthly paradise and a place of eternal spring, where there is almost no rain or bad weather. The mild climate, verdant valleys, picturesque beaches and bizarre cliffs have made the Canary Islands a special place that everyone dreams of visiting. Especially when the house is dull, rainy and summer is still very far away.
In March-April, the Canary Islands are already full of flowers, birds are chirping and the sun is shining brightly. And at the same time, it is calm, comfortable and convenient there. In any city, at hotels or in tourist centers, you can find a wide variety of excursion offers – from trips on catamarans to dolphins to tours to the top of Teide or the fantastic Loro Park – one of the most significant and visited zoos located on the island. In addition, all kinds of festivals, holidays and carnivals are constantly held in the Canaries.
The average air temperature in March-April is +22 and above.
Spring Cyprus looks like a fairyland. It was during this period that he can easily dispel the myth about himself as a place of exclusively beach recreation. There is no sweltering heat here yet, so you can easily ride a bike along the coast, seeing the sights and surroundings and, at the same time, sunbathe and enjoy the scent of blooming jasmine and lemon.
In your spare time you can get to the Akamas peninsula in the northwest of Cyprus. There is a protected area known for its sandy bays, crystal clear waters and pine forests. True, you can travel around Akamas either on foot or only in jeeps, since the road is unpaved, with steep ascents and descents. It is here that you can see fantastic landscapes, go hiking and literally bathe in the scent of meadow flowers and trees.
Besides, I travel around Cyprus in the spring, so don’t forget about rural tourism. A few years ago, the government of the country began to actively finance the development of villages, and now it is incredibly interesting here: you can learn how baskets are weaved in Ine, taste all types of Turkish delight in Geroskipou, learn how cheeses and wine are made, and try bread only from the oven in the village of Omodos .
The average air temperature in March-April is +20 and above.
Spring is the best time to travel to Dubai. With the beginning of March, the first hot days begin in Dubai, which cannot but rejoice tourists who come to rest. Of course, the April heat during this period of the year is still far away, but lovers of the bright sun and warm sea can start packing their bags.
But if you still think that there is nothing to do in Dubai except shopping and sunbathing, then numerous festivals, sports events and fairs will debunk this myth. As an example, we can mention the culinary festival “Taste of Dubai”, which is attended by chefs from the best restaurants in the city. In turn, art lovers will certainly be pleased with the ART Dubai fair, which presents the works of artists, photographers, musicians and collectors. Therefore, you will definitely have something to do, in addition to a beach holiday and shopping.
The average air temperature in March-April is +20 and above.
In March-April, the largest Greek island blossoms and literally smells of aromas of herbs and flowering trees. You will not regret if you spend 2-5 days exploring the entire island, visiting all of its most famous places and sights.
You can rent a car immediately upon arrival, and then head east, drive along the south coast, climb into mountain villages, see the ancient monastery of Tolpu, built by the Venetians in the 14th century, where the monks still produce olive oil, wine and drink – rakia. One of the longest excursions of such a trip can be a hike through the Samaria Gorge – the largest canyon in Europe. In addition to all this, you can touch the most ancient tree on earth (according to the Greeks) – the Ano Vouves olive, which is already more than 3,000 years old, and see the incredibly beautiful Balos Bay – a huge shallow with clear water and fine sand.
The average air temperature in March-April is +17 and above.
Spring time in Bulgaria is always beautiful. At this time, the drops have already resounded, the air is filled with the aromas of forest flowers. At the same time, the streets of cities and resort villages are getting lively, cafes and bars that were closed for the winter period are opening. Of course, having visited Bulgaria in early spring, you should not count on a beach holiday, but this does not mean that there is nothing more to do here. What is worth just traveling through the hills of the Balkan Mountains, enjoying the parks and reserves, which are very numerous in this area. Ornithological excursions are especially popular at this time of the year, because about 400 species of birds live on the territory of the republic, and you will not find them in any other part of Europe. Therefore, do not forget to bring your camera or camcorder if you plan to visit Bulgaria in March-April.
In addition, if you are going to travel to Bulgaria in spring, you can have a great rest in the well-known spas, where not only relaxation procedures are offered, but also medical ones, as well as balneotherapy courses. For this, ideal conditions have been created in Bulgaria by nature, since there are 250 hydrothermal springs on the territory of the state, with the help of which millions of tourists prevent diseases such as heart, respiratory, nervous, musculoskeletal disorders.
The average air temperature in March-April is +15 and above.
The Côte d’Azur is beautiful at any time of the year, but in spring, when gardens bloom, this romantic place has a special energy. Here, while the Mediterranean heat has not yet begun to put pressure on tourists, it is worth going at this time. Enjoy the empty restaurant terraces, eat oysters, drink coffee with croissants and breathe in the salty sea air.
Once here, you should definitely visit the village of Grasse, where there are 5 large and more than 40 small perfume factories, where you can even create your own fragrance. Climb into the village of Gourdon, which is included in the list of the most beautiful in France, and the Grimaldi castle, in which Pablo Picasso himself worked for six months, who donated his sketches and about two dozen works in gratitude to Antibes. And also visit the fabulous village of Eze, where Friedrich Nietzsche liked to walk and Walt Disney enjoyed relaxing.
The average air temperature in March-April is +15+17.
One of the smallest and most enchanting islands in the Mediterranean, spring is so transformed that the riot of spring colors can wake up even the most unimpressive observer. It is too early to open the swimming season in these waters, but you can immerse yourself in the study of local attractions and admire the history of the Knights of the Order of Malta. For example, it is worth visiting the Cathedral of St. John with a marble floor made from the tombstones of the knights themselves, walking along the walls and fortifications of Valletta, the most powerful and well-preserved sea fortress in the world, going to the Ta-Pinu Basilica, where pilgrims come with prayers for healing, or take a walk along narrow streets of medieval Mdina – the first capital of Malta.
In addition, spring is a great time to sit by the sea and admire the Azure Window, an impressive 28 meters high limestone cliff, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can ride on multi-colored big-eyed “luzzu” boats, sit out your pants in the fish restaurants of the small village of Marsaxlokk, or take part in the famous Mediterranean cuisine festival, which takes place annually in Malta in March.
The average temperature in March-April is +15+17 and above.
Madeira is often referred to as the “Pearl of the Atlantic”. This small island, located 1000 km southwest of the capital of Portugal, is always proud of its amazing climate and fantastically beautiful nature.
If you set out to visit this wonderful island in the spring, then you will certainly be pleased with the prices for accommodation and excursions, which will be much lower than in the summer. In addition, spring on this green island is a continuous series of holidays, so you can become not only their witnesses, but even participants.
Numerous excursion programs in spring usually include a visit to the Botanical Garden of Funchal, walks along the ancient streets, “forced marches” to authentic villages, hiking along irrigation canals (levadas) laid between centuries-old forests, climbing to the crater of a volcano and much more.
The average air temperature in March-April is from +17 and above.
Andalusia is the real Spain, and if you want to know the country, then you should go here. Here in Cordoba, Granada and Seville, grandiose architectural monuments were built. It is in these parts, according to gourmets, that the best tapas are prepared, and the most passionate flamenco is also danced. People come here to travel around the white-walled villages and towns for a week, some of which stand on the edge of the abyss, practically hide in caves or amaze with powerful fortress walls built by the Moors.
By the way, spring is the best time to visit Tarifa, Andalusia’s southernmost city. People from all over the world come here to practice windsurfing and kitesurfing. In March, the skiing season begins, which lasts almost until October.
The average temperature in March-April is +15+23 and above.
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Rest in March: where to go to the sea in spring without coronavirus? Photo
The coming of spring is already felt in the air. Usually in March, the last frosts still come into force and there is often ice under your feet, although of course this year doesn’t count, but you still want to bask in the sun and feel warm as soon as possible! There is a way out: go to the sea.
But where to go in March for a seaside vacation and be sure of good weather and unforgettable beach experiences? And you also need to take into account the hysteria with the coronavirus, choosing the safest countries. So let’s look at the best destinations.
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So, Turprom has selected for you the best holiday destinations in March:
Thailand is always a win-win
March is considered a great time to visit this exotic country. Right now in Thailand there is no suffocating heat, and the sea warms up to 27C. Sometimes there are short showers, giving freshness to the air.
In March, there is no hustle and bustle, prices for excursions and souvenirs are reduced compared to the tourist season, which lasts from November to February.
The Maldives is a paradise for seafarers
The azure sea and white beaches will amaze the imagination with their magnificence. Active sun will allow you to quickly get a chocolate tan (do not forget sunscreen!), Abundant flowering of bright flowers will surprise you with an abundance of colors.
Plenty of entertainment along with the usual water skiing and diving will surprise you with an unforgettable seaplane ride over the islands. And there are many of them here! You can even feel like Robinson Crusoe – this is possible in the Maldives!
Sri Lanka will attract with exotic excursions
Choosing where to go in March, do not forget about the amazing island in the Indian Ocean – Sri Lanka. It is here that a large number of excursions for a variety of tastes are offered.
Ceylon’s rich history and cultural heritage will broaden your horizons, and the need to restore peace of mind will allow you to get acquainted with the masters of Ayurveda.
India, Canary Islands, UAE…
It’s not easy to choose where to go in March-April, because at this time there is wonderful weather in Goa, in the United Arab Emirates, and the Canary Islands are ready to amaze with their unique sandy beaches. Studying the offers of travel agencies, you should focus on your preferences, and the trip will become a real spring fairy tale!
Safe vacation without coronavirus
And given the real psychosis that has gripped people in many countries around the world about the coronavirus, experts, at the request of the correspondent of the TURPROM infogroup, compiled a list of the most popular countries for Russian tourists, where at the beginning of March not a single coronavirus infection was detected (the first six are for summer holidays, and in the last two you can fly for a beach holiday right now):
Turkey
Bulgaria
Cyprus
Montenegro
Tunisia
Malta
Cuba
Dominican Republic
We also compiled the second group of relatively safe countries – where a small number of infected people have been identified, but most importantly, for many days their number has not increased. Indirectly, this suggests that the authorities there managed to put a fairly reliable barrier to the coronavirus, which means that it is quite safe to relax there. In alphabetical order, these are the following seven countries:
Egypt
India
UAE
Russia
Thailand
Sri Lanka
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weather and climate in Spain
Spain is located in the southwestern part of Europe. The southern and eastern shores of the country are washed by the Mediterranean Sea, and the northern and western coasts by the Atlantic Ocean. Spain owns the Balearic and Canary Islands.
90% of the territory of the state is occupied by plateaus and mountain ranges. Due to the branching of the mountain system and the long distance from north to south, the climate in different regions of Spain is different. The northern regions are characterized by mild winters and warm summers. The mountainous areas are cooler. A sharply continental climate prevails in the center. Winters are cold and dry, and summers are hot.
About 500 mm of precipitation falls annually, which is 2.5 times less than in the north. Some peaks of the Sierra Nevada, Pyrenees and Guadarrama are covered with snow all year round. The south and east coast are influenced by the Mediterranean climate.
The beach season lasts from May to October, and the ski season – from November to April. The annual rainfall does not exceed 600 mm. The climate of the Canary Islands is close to tropical.
January
Madrid will be met with temperatures of +3°С…+10°С. In Barcelona and Valencia, it rarely gets colder than +13°С…+14°С during the day. On the Northwest coast, the thermometer will show +12°С during the day, and up to +17°С on the southern coast. The Canary Islands are characterized by an air temperature of +22°С, and water temperatures of about +18°С…+19°C. In the rest of the territory, the sea warms up to + 13 ° С … + 17 ° С. In January, winter clothing sales begin, which will appeal to shopping lovers.
February
The weather is changeable this month: sunny today, snowfall tomorrow. Spring is felt in the south with temperatures of +8°С…+18°С. The northwest warms up to +7°C…+13°C, the center – up to +4°C…+12°C, and to the east the temperature is +8°C…+16°C. The water is as cool as in January. Only off the coast of the Canary Islands does its temperature rise to +20°C. At this time, a spectacular carnival takes place in Cadiz.
March
In Malaga the temperature rises to +19°C, in Valencia to +18°C and in A Coruña to +13°C. In Madrid, where the thermometer shows + 16 ° C, you can walk without outerwear. The sea does not warm up warmer than +14°С…+17°С. In the Canary Islands, the air temperature reaches +21°С, and the water temperature is within +19°С…+20°С. From March 15 to March 19, in Valencia, with fireworks and doomsday, they celebrate the spring festival – Fallas.
April
South and east will meet +18°С…+23°С. In Madrid, the thermometer will show +17°С…+19°C. In the west and north, the temperature is around +15°C. Nights from +11°С…+15°С are still cool. By the end of the month, the sea warms up to +18°С…+20°С. In April, a 6-day fair is held in Seville with parades, concerts, bullfights, dances and traditional treats.
May
It gets hot in the south (+25°С) and the sea heats up to +20°С, which allows opening the beach season. Daytime temperatures in Madrid and the northeastern region of the country are kept at +22°С…+23°С, and in the northwest they are +16°С…+18°С. In the Canary Islands – a few degrees warmer. On May 2, the Spaniards celebrate Day of Madrid.
June
In the south (Murcia, Almeria, Malaga) the air temperature reaches +30°С, and the water temperature is about +22°С. In the center and in the east, the thermometer shows +25°С…+28°С and +19°С…+21°С in the northwest. Mallorca and Tenerife will please with air temperature +25°С…+28°С and water comfortable for swimming – from +21°С to +23°С. Music lovers should visit the Granada Music Festival in June.
July
Water is heated up to +24°С…+26°С. In Spain, there is almost no rain this month. Throughout the country, the air temperature is kept at + 27 ° С … + 33 ° С, and only in the northern resorts the figures are a couple of degrees lower. Many go to Pamplona in July for the San Fermin festival to watch the bull races.
August
In the center, in the east, south and islands it is cloudless, and the temperature reaches +30°С…+35°С. Rain is possible in the north. The thermometer in Bilbao and San Sebastian stays at +24°С…+26°С. Water warms up to +25°С…+28°С. At the end of August, the Tomatina festival takes place in the city of Bunol.
September
At the beginning of the month in the south and in the center the air temperature is +25°С…+28°С, and on the east coast it reaches +24°С…+26°С. In the north – a couple of degrees colder. The sea remains warm (+22°С…+25°С). By the end of September, the heat subsides, it starts to rain, and in some places there is a storm. It is warm all month in the Canary Islands (+26°С…+28°С) and the water with a temperature of +22°С…+24°С is ideal for swimming. At the end of September, the grand fiesta La Merce takes place in Barcelona.
October
The average daily temperature is +22°C. In the south – 2-3 degrees warmer, and in the north it is cooler. The sea is still warm (+21°С…+23°С), but the beaches are windy and few people swim. Rest in the Canary Islands at air temperatures of +25°С…+27°С and water temperatures of +22°С…+23°С is quite comfortable. In Cordoba, on October 24, mass celebrations are held in honor of the day of St. Raphael.
November
In the northwest, east and in Madrid, the temperature is between +14°С…+16°С. It often rains in coastal areas. In Murcia and Malaga, the thermometer shows an average of +19°С, and the water in the sea keeps the temperature up to +20°С. The nights are getting colder (+7°C…+13°C). The Canary Islands will be greeted with an air temperature of +22°С…+23°С. The sea here is warmed up to + 21 ° С … + 22 ° С. In November, the olive festival is held in the town of Baena.
December
In the south, the thermometer shows +17°С…+19°С, and rains are less frequent than in San Sebastian and Bilbao. The temperature in the north and west drops to +14°C. In Madrid, the air temperature is kept within + 10 ° С … + 13 ° С. The mountains are covered with snow, and the ski resorts begin to receive tourists. In the Canary Islands, the weather is more pleasant – the air is warmed up to + 20 ° С … + 22 ° С, and the water is up to + 20 + 21 ° С. As Christmas approaches, cities are decorated with festive decorations.
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Behind the sun: 10 most profitable resorts for holidays in warm countries in winter
November 20, 2014
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Canary Islands, Goa, Sri Lanka and Mauritius and other sunny places where you can have an inexpensive vacation with the whole family this winter
identifying the most affordable and most expensive of them. The Canary Islands and India turned out to be the most profitable destinations for a warm winter holiday.
The most profitable option is the island of Fuerteventura (Canary Islands). Moreover, the Canary Islands have become the absolute winner of this year: three resorts at once entered the top ten most affordable: Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and Tenerife.
The most expensive for the family budget are the Caribbean resorts, which took five places in the top ten most expensive destinations according to the results of the study: Turks and Caicos, Barbados, Cayman Islands, Jamaica, St. Lucia. Also among the most expensive resorts are Dubai, Miami, Gold Coast (Australia), Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) and the South Island (New Zealand).
A week-long vacation in Fuerteventura will cost a family of four only €665, which is almost seven times less than a vacation in the Caribbean Turks and Caicos, where vacationers will pay €5,000 for seven days by the sea.
The total costs for the ranking included the cost of a week’s stay in the winter period from December 15, 2014 to March 31, 2015 in a two-bedroom apartment, car rental for a week, food expenses and a dinner in a restaurant for four with drinks.
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Fuerteventura (Spain)
The second largest island in the Canary archipelago after Tenerife. The island is located just 100 km from Morocco, which affects the climate, gastronomy and culture of the island. There are no large cities, noisy highways in Fuerteventura, all infrastructure is located on the coast. It has a diverse landscape, beautiful wide beaches with white sand and a very mild climate.
Visa: Schengen
Budget for the week: € 665.8
Cost of residence: € 479.9
Car rental: € 119,2 9,000 drinks for two: €0. 5
Beer for two: €1.4
Bottle of milk: €0.5
Loaf of bread: €1.4
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Tenerife (Spain)
The main and largest island of the Canary archipelago, volcanic Tenerife, is also called “the island of eternal spring”. Tenerife is located at the latitude of the Sahara Desert, so it is warm here all year round – from 20 to 29 degrees in winter and summer. In the center of the island rises the Teide volcano (3718 m above sea level, the highest point in Spain). The last eruption in Tenerife occurred in 1909.
Visa: Schengen
Weekly budget: €727.1
Cost of living: €547.6
Car rental: €113. 3
Dinner for four: €54.3
Soft drinks for two:
€0.5 Beer two: €1.1
Bottle of milk: €0.5
Loaf of bread: €1.1
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Goa (India)
The smallest among the states in terms of area, one of the fewest and most popular among Russians. The former Portuguese colony in India boasts excellent beaches (the coast stretches here for 110 km), bars and restaurants, an active social life, especially in winter, when a large number of Europeans move here to bask.
Visa: Indian
budget for the week: € 769.3
Cost of residence: € 447.1
€ 289. 8 9000 26.1
Soft drinks for two: €0.4
Beer for two: €0.5
Bottle of milk: €0.4
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Grenada (Caribbean)
A small but proud island in the Caribbean, discovered by Columbus and fiercely resisting the colonialists, is still one of the smallest independent states in the Western Hemisphere. Grenada is known for rum factories, centuries-old spice plantations (the locals even called it “Spice Island”) and colorful Saturday markets. The heavily indented coastline of Grenada is covered with coral reefs, dotted with coves and secluded beaches. The dry season on the island lasts from January to May, and hurricanes are possible from June to November.
Visa: Citizens of Russia Visa do not require
Budget for the week: € 769, 4
Cost of residence: € 433, 8
Car rental: € 256. 6
. four: €69.4
Soft drinks for two: €0.9
Beer for two: €1, 2
Bottle of milk: €0.9
bread €1.2
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Sharm El Sheikh (Egypt)
“Sheikh’s Bay” (as the name is translated from Arabic), stretching for 35 km along the Red Sea – one of the most popular resorts in Egypt, especially among Russians. He was also very fond of Jacques Yves Cousteau, who repeatedly plunged into the waters of Sharm with his team. The underwater life of the resort is fantastically beautiful, which contrasts somewhat with the desert surface. On land, sandy beaches, bars and discos, tennis courts and Swedish feasts await.
Visa: A single visa for tourists is issued upon arrival of
The budget per week: € 771, 8
Cost of residence: € 511. 0
Car rental: € 198.4000 Dinner for four: €45.1
Soft drinks for two: €0.6
Beer for two: €0.8
Bottle of milk: €0.6 : €0.8
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Marrakesh (Morocco)
Marrakech, located at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, attracts tourists from all over the world, although it has no access to the sea. A beautiful fortress city with oriental flavor, here at every step you can meet snake charmers, street acrobats and water carriers in ancient costumes. Casablanca is about 3.5 hours away, and the ski resort, open from December to April, is about an hour away.
Visa: Russian citizens do not require
Budget for the week: € 803. 8
Cost of residence: € 526
Car rental: € 190.2
Dinner for four: € 932 Refreshments for two: €0.5
Beer for two: €0.9
Bottle of milk: €0.5
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Lanzarote (Spain)
“Island of fire-breathing mountains”, dotted with three hundred volcanoes, one third covered with ash and basalt – these are the consequences of the strongest eruption of thirty volcanoes at once, which occurred in 1730 and lasted 6 years. The “lunar landscapes” of the island make an indelible impression – it seems that plants miraculously grow from dry land. Lanzarote is perhaps the most unusual island of the Canary archipelago with absolutely cosmic views: volcanic landscapes, unearthly colors and low-key architecture have repeatedly attracted filmmakers about planets that have not yet originated life. 9Ol000 48.2
Soft drinks for two: €0.5
Beer for two: €1.1
Bottle of milk : €0.5
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Sri Lanka
The tea state in the Indian Ocean (the former name of Sri Lanka – Ceylon) provides about 10% of world tea production. Sri Lanka is considered one of the most biologically diverse regions in the world. Despite the high population density, 14% of the island’s territory is occupied by nature reserves, national parks and reservations.
Visa: ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is issued online
Weekly budget: €822.4
Cost of living: €549.5
Car hire: €236. 3
Dinner for four: €28
Refreshments for two
Beer for two: €0.9
Bottle of milk: €0.6
Loaf of bread: €0.9
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Orlando (USA)
Florida’s capital is an hour’s drive from the Atlantic beaches, but Orlando has become world famous thanks to the largest amusement parks located nearby – Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort, as well as many others. Orlando is the place with the maximum concentration of entertainment for adults and children and a popular tourist destination. The famous Kennedy Space Center and the Cape Canaveral launch sites are just an hour’s drive east of Orlando.
Visa: USA
Budget for the week: € 1079. 1
Cost of residence: € 828.2
Renting car: € 183.5,0003 9000
0101 € 54,1
Cool drinks for two: € 0.6
Beer for two: € 0.4
Milk bottle: € 0.6
Bread: Bread: Bread Bake ,4
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Mauritius
An island state in East Africa, 900 km from Madagascar. Once upon a time, the dodo bird lived here, and now Mauritius is a popular place for a beach or sports holiday. The island has many excellent surf bays and beaches with emerald water surrounded by coral reefs and exotic mangroves. In the center of the island there are a large number of sugarcane plantations, which were brought by the colonialists.
Visa: Russian citizens do not need a visa to enter Mauritius if the purpose of the visit is tourism and the period of stay in the country does not exceed 180 days
Car rental: € 284.3
Dinner for four: € 47.1
Cool drinks for two: € 0.6
Beer for two: € 0.4,00032 908 Bottle of milk: €0.6
Loaf of bread: €0.4
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Four seasons in Norway
Norway’s unique climate
Norway’s climate is truly unique. This country is territorially located on the same latitude as the snowy island of Greenland, while Norway has much milder and more comfortable conditions. Norway has a concept of seasonality. Here you will find frosty and snowy winter, cool spring, warm but not hot summer, golden autumn.
Norway has a large extent, so its territory falls under the influence of two climatic zones. The southern and central regions are a zone of temperate continental climate, quite familiar to us. The northern regions and islands are in the sub-arctic climate zone, which entails the appearance of lower temperatures both in summer and in winter.
It is also worth noting that in the northern regions, located outside the Arctic Circle, there is the concept of the Polar Night (winter months) and the Polar Day (summer months).
Winter
Winter in Norway is always frosty and snowy. In most areas, sub-zero temperatures set by mid-November. In the northern regions a little earlier. The mildest winter temperatures are observed in the coastal regions of the South of Norway and in settlements that are hidden at the foot of the mountains. There, the average temperature in winter is up to -10°C. For example, in Oslo, the capital of Norway, the average temperature during the winter months is -4°C. In the North of Norway, winters are more severe with an average of -20°C. Beyond the Arctic Circle, you will not surprise local residents with temperatures of -35°C. The coldest month in all regions is January.
Southwestern coastal areas boast relatively warm winters with daily averages between 0°C and +2°C. At the same time, there are frequent fogs, heavy rains and storms.
Spring
Spring begins to come to Norway towards the end of March. Night frosts recede already in early April. The average temperature in April and May ranges from +6°С to +15°С. In general, the weather in spring is quite changeable, but less rainy than in autumn. May is considered the driest month of the year. Spring can be quite windy, so for long walks it is better to stock up on windproof jackets and warm hats.
Spring in Norway is a time of awakening of all life. Green meadows, wild flowers, flowering trees – all this accompanies the landscapes of spring Norway.
Summer
The summer season in Norway is like the best weeks of April and May in Ukraine. The air warms up to comfortable +18-+21°С. The air is fresh and warm. Everything around is buoyant with greenery and blooms under the gentle sun. In June and July, the amount of precipitation is rather scanty, as for this country. Rains begin to fall more often towards the end of August.
The main regularity of the summer season in Norway is that the closer to the coast, the lower the temperature and the higher the humidity, and vice versa. In some central regions of the mountain plateaus, temperatures above +30°C were recorded, but this is rather an exception to the rule.
Autumn
Autumn, as expected, is the rainiest time in Norway. In September and October there are about 21-22 rainy days per month. The average daily temperature is +10-+13°С. In November, the temperature drops to +5°C.
In the northern regions, stable frosts and the first snowfalls may appear already at the end of October, but this applies only to areas in the sub-arctic climate zone.
It is quite difficult to catch the “golden autumn” in Norway, when the trees shimmer in the sun with all shades of red, but if you are lucky with the weather, then the impressions of the autumn nature of Norway will stay with you forever.
When is the best time to go to Norway?
As you can see, every season in Norway has its own advantages and peculiarities. The choice of travel time depends on your goals. If you want to see the famous Northern Lights, and you are not afraid of the Arctic frosts, then, of course, go on a trip in winter.
Summer is the best time for hiking, sightseeing, fishing, besides, in the Arctic regions of Norway, you can observe the phenomenon of the Polar Day in summer.
If you are planning your first trip to Norway and want to see as many interesting places as possible, we recommend choosing the warmest months from May to August. Then you will be able to take home vivid memories and photos, not overshadowed by fogs and rains.
What should I take with me on a trip?
The Norwegians themselves say that there is no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong clothes. What clothes and accessories do you need to take with you on a trip to Norway in order to feel comfortable in any weather?
First of all, you should evaluate the saturation and features of your excursion program. Most tourists travel to Norway for outdoor activities and exploring the majestic nature of the region. From this comes the list of necessary clothing and equipment.
We recommend paying special attention to the choice of shoes. For hiking in the mountains and forests, you will need special trekking shoes made of waterproof materials with stable and non-slip soles. For winter travel in Norway, we recommend choosing warm boots or boots with thick soles and protectors.
When choosing outerwear, you should also give preference to jackets and windbreakers made of waterproof materials. A light hiking jacket should be taken even by those who are planning a trip in the middle of summer. Although the temperature during the summer season in Norway is quite pleasant and comfortable, no one is immune from short-term worsening weather and rain.
Do not forget to complete your wardrobe for a trip to Norway with the necessary accessories: hat (panama hat, cap in summer; warm hat in winter), sunglasses, raincoat, gloves.
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Weather in Mauritius. When is the best holiday season? Cyclones on the island
Mauritius is located at the most southern latitude, in the Tropic of Capricorn. This provides him with a warm climate, which almost does not change depending on the season. The year in Mauritius is conditionally divided into summer (wet season) and winter (dry season), but the temperature difference between them is not too great. The seasons differ only in the amount of precipitation. Therefore, it is important to know when is the best time to relax in Mauritius, and can the cyclone season interfere with your vacation? I talk about the weather in Mauritius by months to understand when it is better to go to Mauritius. By the way, all the new rules for entering the island due to the coronavirus are collected in this article →
When is the best time to visit Mauritius?
Mauritius in December and January: is it worth planning a New Year on the island?
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Monthly weather in Mauritius
When is the best time to visit Mauritius?
Fun fact: hotels in Mauritius welcome holidaymakers all year round, and there is no consensus on when the best holiday season is in Mauritius. The island almost always has a comfortable temperature, but you can adjust the time of your arrival depending on what you are going to do on the island.
Summer months are more suitable for swimming in the sea, winter months for active tourism . At the same time, it should be taken into account that winter and summer in Mauritius fall on completely different months than in Europe:
The winter season is the period from May to October (with an average temperature of +22 ºC on the coast).
The summer season is from November to April (with an average temperature of +27 ºC on the coast).
The central part of the island is always 3-5 ºC colder than the coastline.
March-June and September-November are the most optimal – and the humidity is not too high, and the temperatures are suitable for any kind of holiday. At the same time, prices for hotel accommodation are reduced in May-June and September, so these months can be doubly favorable.
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One of the February days on the west coast of Mauritius
The water temperature in Mauritius averages around +26 ºC, rising a couple of degrees in summer and falling all the way to + 23 ºC in winter. Sometimes, under particularly unfavorable conditions – for example, under the influence of anticyclones – in winter it drops up to +20 ºC, which should be taken into account when planning a trip. The least optimal in this case will be the coldest month of the Mauritian winter – July.
When planning a holiday in Mauritius, pay attention to which part of the island the hotel is located:
The western and northern parts of the island are usually warmer and drier – primarily because they are protected by mountains from the winds blowing from the east. In winter, in these parts of the island, there are more favorable conditions for a beach holiday, but in the summer months it can be a little hot here.
Mauritius in December and January: is it worth planning the New Year on the island?
December-January in Mauritius is the peak season, but it also coincides with the cyclone season. It sounds scary, but it’s actually not so bad: you just need to choose the right coast for your holiday.
In winter, the west of the island always has less rainfall than the east. Moreover, I advise the north-west of Mauritius for the New Year holidays. These are Trou aux Biches, Grand Baie, Perebere, Mont Choisy and others.
On one of the best beaches of the island – Le Morne – there will be a little more rain because of Le Morne Brabant.
The air temperature in December and January on the island of Mauritius fluctuates between +29-31 ºC in coastal areas, sometimes rising to +34 ºC. Water warms up to +27 ºC.
Mauritius cyclone season
The official Mauritius cyclone season runs from November 1st to May 15th but the most severe cyclones hit the island in January and February. However, they practically do not interfere with vacationers. Strong winds practically do not reach Mauritius, and showers rarely last longer than a couple of hours. At the same time, the weather can fluctuate very much from place to place – you can have rain, but in a couple of kilometers it will no longer be.
Thunderstorm in the center of the island, but sunshine on the coast
Also, the weather situation changes from year to year, so it can be difficult to predict whether you will fall under a tropical downpour and how many days of sunshine awaits you. In any case, the likelihood that bad weather will completely spoil your holiday is small.
Thunderstorms on the island usually begin after 2 pm, so it is worth planning sea bathing and rest outside the four walls in the first half of the day. It also makes sense to settle in the western part of the island during the cyclone season – here it rains less often and ends faster.
Really strong cyclones hit Mauritius once every 5 years, and dangerous cyclones even less often. I was lucky to be on the island during Cyclone Emnati in 2022. This cyclone received the highest hazard class on the cyclone scale – 4th. The hotel staff asked for food and water supplies for the next two days. It was impossible to go outside due to strong gusts of wind up to 200 km/h and heavy rain.
In some parts of Mauritius there were waves 7-10 meters high. My hotel was in the first line on Mont Choisy beach, but there were no such waves here. Here are some photos from the cyclone:
Cyclone Emnati in Mauritius, when it was still a 2nd class cyclone
Beautiful, but the photo does not convey the gusts of wind
The locals seemed to want to sneeze at the cyclone. Like,
Grand Bei did not see this before the cyclone hit the island.
Monthly weather in Mauritius
To plan your holiday more carefully, it is important to find out what the weather will be like in Mauritius in the month in which you decide to go to the island. Below you can find out the weather in Mauritius by months, look at the temperature of water and air, and decide when is the best time for you to go on vacation to Mauritius in 2022.
Mauritius in January
January in Mauritius brings even hotter weather and more rain. In the west of the island, the cyclone season is slightly less pronounced than in other parts of it, but even here there is very high humidity and the risk of getting caught in heavy rain. At night, the hotel rooms are very stuffy, so you have to turn on the air conditioner.
The air temperature in Mauritius in January fluctuates between +29-31 ºC in coastal areas, sometimes rising to +34 ºC. The water warms up by about one degree compared to December – its average temperature is +27.4 ºC.
Mauritius in February
February in Mauritius is the peak of the cyclone season and does not please vacationers with good weather. It is during this month that you can expect the heaviest precipitation and the highest humidity. First of all, the central part of the island suffers from showers. There is much less rain on the coast.
The water temperature in Mauritius in February reaches +28 ºC, and the air temperature is kept at the January level.
Flic n Flac beach in the second half of February
Mauritius in March
The weather in March in Mauritius is generally similar to the weather in February – precipitation is still plentiful and humidity is high. The water temperature also remains the same. But in terms of air temperature, some relief is noticeable, although insignificant.
The best area to visit in Mauritius in March is the northwestern part of the coast, which includes Flic en Flac beach, Grand Baie, Mont Choisy, Trou aux Biches. Here, precipitation is two to three times less than in other parts of the island.
Early March in Mauritius. Enjoying a glass of cool wine overlooking a downpour
Mauritius in April
It is in April in Mauritius that a noticeable change in weather conditions occurs. The first two weeks of April are still considered part of the cyclone season, during which afternoon showers can be expected, but in the second half of the month their probability decreases significantly. The water temperature is still high, around +27.2 ºC, and the air temperature drops to a comfortable level of +27–28 ºC by the end of the month. At night, you can expect the temperature to drop to +20–21 ºC.
Mauritius in May
May is a great month to visit Mauritius. Rains sometimes fall, but they stop very quickly and cannot ruin your day. Moreover, they mostly take place in the mountainous areas of the center of the island, so there is nothing to worry about on the coast.
The sunniest weather awaits you on the west coast, and the warmest sea is near the north, where the water temperature in May sometimes exceeds +27 ºC. The average air temperature in these two regions will be kept at +28 ºC. In the south of the island, it is about a degree lower, and another degree lower in the east.
Mauritius in June
If you go to Mauritius in June, the weather is sunny and warm, especially on the west coast. But keep in mind that it is in June that winter comes into its own on the island, so in some areas of Mauritius it can be windy and cool. Due to the winds on the southern and eastern coasts, daytime temperatures can average +24–25 ºC, and drop down to +14 ºC at night. In the north and west of the island, the air temperature will be a couple of degrees higher.
As in May, the warmest water in Mauritius is off the northern coast. Here it can exceed +27 ºC. In other parts of the island, swimming will be somewhat colder, especially in the south.
It’s hard to believe that the color of the water in the photo is real and not photoshopped until you see it with your own eyes.
Mauritius in July and August
The weather in July and August in Mauritius is the coldest and windiest. These months here are the height of winter. Because of the constant winds, it is in July and August that people come to Mauritius who plan to go windsurfing. If you do not want to take extreme air baths, then you can choose one of the hotels on the west coast near the Flic en Flac beach for accommodation – conditions are calmer here. Here, as in the north of the island, the air temperature during the day is about + 25–26 ºC. In other areas of Mauritius, it is colder, up to + 18–22 ºC in the center of the island.
The water temperature during these months will drop along the entire coast, and if at the beginning of July you can hope for +24.2 ºC, then at the end of August it can drop to +23.2 ºC.
Mauritius in September
The weather in Mauritius in September is still cool, but the wind subsides considerably, especially in the second half of the month. There is also very little precipitation, so September can be considered the height of the dry season.
In the west and north of the island, the daily air temperature will rise to a comfortable +27 ºC. In the south, it is somewhat cooler – an average of +25 ºC, in the east the temperature is even a degree lower.
Unfortunately, the water temperature in Mauritius in September is almost the lowest of the year. It only slightly exceeds +23 ºC. But despite this, September is considered one of the most favorable months for holidays in Mauritius.
Mauritius in October
October in Mauritius is considered the sunniest month, so you should take care of sun protection. But protection from the rain is unlikely to be needed: it shares with September the title of the driest month of the year. The air temperature in Mauritius is steadily growing and by the end of October it begins to reach + 25–28 ºC, depending on the area. The water in October also warms up a little and reaches a temperature of +24.2 ºC.
Mauritius in November
November is very favorable for holidays in Mauritius. The weather in November is still sunny and slightly windy, although the humidity is already starting to rise. From the middle of the month, heavy rains begin to fall in the mountainous regions, and by the end of November they spread to the entire island. Therefore, if you are planning a trip inland, it is better to come in the first two weeks of November.
The hottest thing in November is in the north of the island – air temperature can reach up to +30 ºC. It is also quite hot on the west coast, but in the east it is quite pleasant +27 ºC. The water temperature fluctuates around +25–25.5 ºC.
Mauritius in December
The weather in Mauritius in December is warm and humid, and it will be especially hot during the day in the northern and western parts of the island, where the air temperature can reach +32–33 ºC. Usually it stays around +28–31 ºC on the coast, falling to +20 ºC at night. The water temperature in Mauritius in December changes little and averages +26.6 ºC.
In early December short showers can be expected. By the end of December, precipitation intensifies and becomes longer.
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Just off the west coast of Africa, the largest of the Canary Islands is famed for its bustling resorts, black lava beaches and year-round sunshine. But it’s also got a few surprises up its sleeve….
As a travel writer, I visit Tenerife at least once a year. It’s a world-class destination, whether you are looking for a family break, a romantic getaway for two or to chill out with friends. And while many people assume it’s just a drop and flop beach holiday, there’s much more to this buzzing Spanish isle.
1. Tenerife is not in Europe
It may come under a modicum of Spanish rule, but the Canary Islands are not part of Europe at all, instead a rather exotic sounding Macaronesia. When I’m talking travel on BBC Radio I always speak about the merits of a mystical isle in Macaronesia, which people always love the sound of right up until they groan when I reveal the island’s name. If you struggle with outdated images of Tenerife just tell everyone you’re jetting off to subtropical island in Macaronesia.
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2. It is home to Spain’s highest mountain
Mount Teide is massive and easily the highest mountain in Spain. It’s a volcanic whopper that dwarfs the highest mountain in the UK (Ben Nevis), standing almost three times higher at 3,718 metres. You can just nip up to near the summit in a cable car to take in the epic views, or if you have a permit push on to the summit.
For the real deal I recommend booking a stay at the basic Refugio overnight so you can hike to the summit to see one of the world’s great wonders the next morning – sunrise with what is said to be the world’s biggest shadow, as Teide casts its mighty presence across the Atlantic. Book well ahead for this sublime experience.
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3.
Tenerife hosts the world’s second biggest carnival
That’s right – the Carnival celebrations in the capital of Santa Cruz de Tenerife in February every year, are the largest after Rio in Brazil. We are talking weeks of brilliantly fun festivities, from the main parades with the Carnival Queen, to queens of another kind during the cross-dressing Burial of the Sardine. Visitors are more than welcome at Carnival time.
If you prefer something less large, more intimate, many towns across the isle have smaller carnivals of their own at the same time of year.
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4. Foodies love Tenerife today
Forget about dated images of British-style breakfasts – we’re talking about a foodie treasure that savvy mainland Spaniards now flock to in oder to experience a gastronomic break, as this bijou isle is laden with half a dozen Michelin stars. These include the remarkable Basque-inspired M.B, which boasts two Michelin stars. I’ve just dined there for the first time and it’s one of the most enjoyable, creative epicurean experiences not just on Tenerife, but in all of Spain.
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Of the others, Rincón de Juan Carlos is the other standout. I’ll never forget the mysterious ‘dessert tree’ with a pudding playfully concealed within candy floss.
For simple seafood the local secret is Tajao. This tiny fishing village is home to a slew of cheap and cheerful seafood haunts, where you just pick a mountain of fresh seafood and they grill or fry it for you straight away.
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5. Tenerife boasts a UNESCO World Heritage Site
La Laguna, in the north, is the antithesis of the modern southern beach resorts. It is a perfectly preserved historic city that deserves its place on the UNESCO list. Its old core is awash with palaces, old mansions and characterful buildings bedecked with ornate décor touches and graceful hanging balconies.
They say the Spanish practised and perfected their colonial architectural styles here, before spiriting them off to the New World and it certainly evokes places in South America.
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6. Tenerife produces superb wine
Gone are the days when Tenerife wine was large batch cheap plonk with more vinegar than vanilla notes. Today, as well as the cheaper stuff, there is a range of sophisticated wines and wineries.
There are a number of key wine districts dotted across the island using an array of local grape varieties. One bodega I’m a huge fan of is Tajinaste in the Orotava Valley. Its crisp, dry white is ideal to accompany the rich bounty of local seafood.
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7. Tenerife is a haven for adrenaline junkies
Mount Teide is world class for hiking, but so is the rugged Masca Gorge in the west and the wild wonderland of the primeval Anaga Mountains in the north. You can paraglide on Tenerife in the south, Medano is renowned for its kitesurfing and the quality high altitude cycling up in the mountains attracts riders from all over the world. Last time I was here with my family, we even enjoyed a surf lesson in Playa de las Américas.
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8. Lord Nelson lost his arm here
The Great British maritime hero Lord Horatio Nelson was indeed relieved of an arm in a naval encounter just off Santa Cruz de Tenerife in 1797. Some locals insist it serves him right as they see him more as a merciless pirate rather than a national hero.
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It’s just one slice of Tenerife’s rich history. The island’s human story dates way back to the original inhabitants of Tenerife, the mysterious Guanche people whose caves can still be explored, through to the controversial period in the build up to the brutal Spanish Civil War. General Franco set up shop here and grew his power base en route to seizing power and setting up a dictatorship that soared on until his death in 1975.
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Top 10 Facts about Mount Teide in Tenerife
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Mount Teide is a volcano on Tenerife in the Canary Islands, Spain. It is part of Teide National Park as well as being one of the highest points in Spain.
This Volcano stands out in the Canary Islands and dominates the skyline. Mount Teide is said to be the third-largest volcano in the world.
It provides for a beautiful backdrop with its amazing colours and intriguing form. There is a lot to learn about this volcano and I have the top 10 facts about it that you will find fascinating.
1. It’s the fourth tallest volcano in the world
When measured from the ocean floor, Mount Teide stands at 24,600 feet. This makes it the fourth-highest volcano in the world according to UNESCO and NASA.
Its elevation above sea level makes the island around it the tenth highest in the world. This mountain is also the highest point in Spain.
Other than being the highest point in Spain, this mountain has the highest peak in Western Europe, without including the Alps.
2. Mount Teide is a dormant Volcano
Satellite image of Mount Teide by Wikimedia
The most recent volcanic eruption occurred in 1909 at the El Chinyero vent on the northwestern Santiago rift.
This last eruption happened unexpectedly and scientists consider that it may happen again.
Its last summit eruption happened in 850 A.D when it produced the black lava covering the volcano today.
Las Canadas Caldera was created during this eruption. This caldera is about 2000 metres above sea level.
3. Mount Teide may erupt again one day!
As you may have guessed, this volcano may erupt again. Future eruptions may be fast-moving, full of hot gases and other volcanic matter.
There was increased seismic activity in Mount Teide a few years back that caused a rift to open on the north-east flank.
Due to these activities, the mountain is considered to be structurally unstable.
Scientists have had conflicting reports on how soon the next eruption may be and the extent of its damage and risk it poses, considering people are living close to the mountain.
4. There several plants and animal species
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The land around Mount Teide may seem like a desert area. However, several plants and animals are calling this place home.
Its rich volcanic soil provides nourishment to more than 168 plant species. The plants growing on the slopes of the mountain get to a height of between 2 to 3 metres.
There are also lovely pine trees surrounding the mountain. Animal species found here are more than 1,400. Most of these animals are native to this region and cannot be found elsewhere.
Several insect species can be found in the park surrounding this mountain. Most of the animals found around Mount Teide are not dangerous.
5. The night sky at Mount Teide is beautiful
If you would like to have the best night sky viewing experience while in Spain, head over to the Canary Islands.
The night sky here has beautiful constellation and is the most photographed. These photos were taken on top of Mount Teide.
In 1964, an international observatory was established here at 2390 metres.
A second observatory was built on La Palma Island known as Roque de Los Muchachos Observatory.
The mountain has been a scene of astronomical observation since the 20th century.
Two astronomers carried out studies on the moon and the planets from this mountain between 1819 and 1900. They were able to tell them apart from the rings around Saturn.
6. One can access the peak through different routes
Several routes can lead one to the peak of Mount Teide. These routes were discovered back in the 17th century by Sir Edmund Scory.
In his publication, Scory suggests the best paths and the challenges going uphill.
Another English explorer, J Edens, also reported different paths that one can take to ascent the mountain.
An interesting fact is that these explorers compared this mountain to Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.
A German scientist also climbed the mountain in 1799 with his companion together with some local guides.
7. Mount Teide has the world’s largest cone-shaped shadow
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One fascinating event that happens at sunrise around Mount Teide is the magnificent triangle-shaped shadow in the area around the mountain.
To observe this spectacular occurrence, you will have to be on the highest point of the Island.
The shadow cast is so huge extending hundreds of miles into the Atlantic Ocean.
This is said to be the world’s largest shadow over the sea. It occurs twice a day, at sunrise and sunset.
8. Its peak has beyond zero temperature
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Mount Teide receives snowfalls at the same time every year. This is because its altitude is above sea level. Very few places in the world get to experience this.
The mountain has a height of 2371 metres making its temperatures go below zero for ten months a year.
This gets the mountain covered in the snow more often especially on its highest parts. Its low precipitation makes its snow cover much thinner than the Alps.
9. There are archaeological sites at Mount Teide
Mount Teide is surrounded by a park with a similar name. The park has rich historical and cultural sites.
There are more than 1,000 archaeological sites in this park that date back to the first tribe that lived in this area.
The area was inhabited by the aboriginal tribe known as Guanches. They left traces of their civilization like pyramids which served as places of worship. The Guanches believed the mountain was the gate of hell
There is a total of 6 pyramids that are popular tourist attractions.
10. Teide National Park is the most visited in Spain
The mountain and the park lie on more than 47,000 acres of land. It was declared as a UNESCO Heritage site in 2007.
This park receives millions of tourists annually. It reached its historical records in 2016 when more than 4 million people visited.
The Teide Observatory, a major international astronomical observatory is another attraction in this park.
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Fun Facts! | Tenerife Costa Adeje
Fun Facts!
💡 The Greek Philosopher Plato claimed that Tenerife and the rest of the islands belonged to the vanished empire of Atlantis (c. 427-347 BC)
💡 Did you know that after the fall of the Roman Empire the islands archipelago was simply forgotten and was rediscovered in 1312 by a Genoese Lancelotto Malocello.
💡Flemish people had a very important influence on the island and founded many sugar plantations. The link to Flanders will always be maintained, some streets still have a Flemish sound or link to Flanders.
💡 The Guanches are the first indigenous people of Tenerife.
💡 No, no, no… The Canary Islands are not named after a canary bird, but the other way around!
💡 The origin of the name of the Canary Islands is probably from the Latin name “Canariae Insulae”. Which in turn means “the island of the dogs”. This name was only intended for the island of “Gran Canaria”. There are still many disputes about the origin of the name about the other islands.
💡 The ‘Dogo Canario’ or also known as ‘Canarian Dog’ is a dog breed that was mainly found in Tenerife and Gran Canaria… Nice connection with the origin of the name of the Canary Islands, right?
💡 Tenerife is more than 3 million years old.
Movie facts!
Jason Bourne
📽️ An engaging action movie shot in Santa Cruz starring Matt Damon. Tenerife itself takes on the roles of ‘Athens’ and ‘Reykjavik’ in 2016.
Exodus: Gods and Kings
📽️ A biblical movie that came out in 2014, the well-known story of Moses. Produced by the makers of ‘The Gladiator’.
Fast and the Furious 6
📽️ We all knew that this American action movie was shot in Tenerife Costa Adeje, Icod de los vinos, Guía de Isora, Garachico, Santiago del Teide, Buenavista and San Juan de la Rambla. The actors Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Dwayne Johnson and we have been able to admire on the screen 😊.
The return of ‘Leti’ took place in this movie in 2013.
Wrath of the Titans
📽️ The volcanic landscape may serve as a location for the second time. Wrath of The Titans has also shot some scenes in Garachico and Icod de Los Vinos in 2012.
Montevideo, God Bless You!
📽️ A Siberian film shot in the beautiful scenery of La Laguna in 2010.
📽️ The film stars Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes, Alexa Davalos and Gemma Arterton. Surrounded by the volcanic decor ‘Parque Nacional del Teide’ in 2009.
Silent Witness
📽️ Previously, the Leprosy Village served as a lurid backdrop for the BBC’s British detective / police series. Here Tenerife pretended to be Mexico. The series has been broadcast since 1996.
Dr. Who
📽️ Set in El Teide and Garachico National Park, the period of the recording was in 2015-2016. Although this British science fiction series has been around for a while, namely since 1963.
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In Tenerife, the average amount of time people spend riding public transit is 30 min. Over 31% of those riders spend more than 2 hours on public transportation every day.
How long do people usually wait at a stop or station in Tenerife each day? Commuters wait on average 15 min, but over 44% wait longer than 20 minutes.
The average distance people ride in a single trip within Tenerife is 10.2 km. Yet 57% of riders travel over 12 km in a single direction.
The percentage of public transit riders who transfer lines at least once in Tenerife is 37%. On average, 45% of riders transfer at least twice during a single trip.
Did you know that in Tenerife, the average distance people walk to work or home is 0.87 km? Approximately, 30% walk more than 1 km to reach their destination.
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Tenerife
How long do people usually commute in Tenerife by public transit everyday?
The average amount of time people in Tenerife spend commuting with public transit, for example to and from work, on a weekday is 30 min.
Tenerife, Spain
30 min
Bilbao, Spain
25 min
Barcelona, Spain
37 min
Madrid, Spain
45 min
València, Spain
31 min
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How many people have a long commute every day with public transit in Tenerife, Spain?
The percentage of transit riders in Tenerife who ride public transit, including Light Rail, Bus for more than 2 hours every day is 31%.
Tenerife, Spain
8%
Bilbao, Spain
2%
Barcelona, Spain
9%
Madrid, Spain
21%
València, Spain
6%
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Tenerife
How long do people usually wait at a station in Tenerife every day?
The average amount of time people in Tenerife wait at a stop or station for their Light Rail, Bus line on a weekday is 15 min.
Tenerife, Spain
15 min
Bilbao, Spain
8 min
Barcelona, Spain
10 min
Madrid, Spain
10 min
València, Spain
11 min
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The percentage of people in Tenerife who wait for over 20 minutes on average for their transit line every day, for example to and from work is 44%.
Tenerife, Spain
23%
Bilbao, Spain
3%
Barcelona, Spain
9%
Madrid, Spain
10%
València, Spain
10%
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Trip Distance in
Tenerife
How far do people usually commute each way with public transit in Tenerife?
The average distance people in Tenerife usually ride in a single trip, for example to or from work, with public transit including Light Rail, Bus is 10. 2 km.
Tenerife, Spain
10.2 km
Bilbao, Spain
6 km
Barcelona, Spain
7.4 km
Madrid, Spain
9.4 km
València, Spain
4. 8 km
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How many people have a long commute every day in Tenerife?
The percentage of people in Tenerife that usually travel for over 12 km in a single direction, for example to or from work, each day with public transit is 57%.
Tenerife, Spain
22%
Bilbao, Spain
13%
Barcelona, Spain
16%
Madrid, Spain
26%
València, Spain
7%
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Tenerife
How many people perform single line trips in Tenerife?
The percentage of people in Tenerife who don’t need to transfer during an average commute trip (one way) is 37%.
Tenerife, Spain
37%
Bilbao, Spain
63%
Barcelona, Spain
40%
Madrid, Spain
29%
València, Spain
50%
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How many people transfer twice during a single trip in Tenerife?
The percentage of people in Tenerife who make exactly two transfers when traveling to a certain destination on a single trip is 37%.
Tenerife, Spain
45%
Bilbao, Spain
25%
Barcelona, Spain
43%
Madrid, Spain
44%
València, Spain
32%
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Tenerife
How far do people usually walk per trip in Tenerife?
The average distance people in Tenerife walk every day in one direction, for example on their way home or to work is 10. 2 km.
Tenerife, Spain
0.87 km
Bilbao, Spain
0.81 km
Barcelona, Spain
0.64 km
Madrid, Spain
0.65 km
València, Spain
0. 83 km
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How many people walk for more than 1 km in Tenerife?
The percentage of people in Tenerife who walk for over 1 km each day to reach a specific destination, for example to or from work is 57%.
Tenerife, Spain
30%
Bilbao, Spain
27%
Barcelona, Spain
17%
Madrid, Spain
18%
València, Spain
29%
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Top 10 Weather Facts – Tenerife ☀️🌋🇮🇨
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Whether you travel to the Canary Islands every summer or you are new to Tenerife, Here are Top 10 facts about the weatherin Tenerife which you may not know about.
1.It’s consistent in temperature throughout the year ☀️
Tenerife Annual Averages
Yes, the temperature in Tenerife stays on average at 18C through winter and then between 20C and 30C throughout the rest of the year. It hardly rains in the south and the sea is warm enough to swim in right throughout the year. See Tenerife Weather averages.
This makes Tenerife and the rest of the Canary Islands year-round holiday locations due to the consistently good weather year-round and only a 4-hour flight from the UK.
2.The south is warmer than the north – Rainshadow effect 🌧
Rain Shadow Effect Diagram – Tenerife
Especially in the winter, the south of the island including resorts like Adeje, Playa de las Americas are warmer than the north because it is flatter, arid, and faces south and east thus affected by dry weather coming from the Sahara in Africa.
Further Mount Teide and the Tenerife mountains are a barrier to the wind towards the south and most of the rain then falls in the North East of the island. And this creates the Rain Shadow Effect in the south: the dry leeward side which makes the south of Tenerife warmer than the north and with less rainfall.
Almeria, Murcia, and Alicante are all other locations in Spain that are dry and have warm climates due to the Rain Shadow Effect. Probably the biggest influence of the Rain Shadow effect is Northern India because of the Himalayas to the north of there protecting it from the more unsettled weather conditions.
3. The Canary Current keeps the island cool 🌊
Canary Current Diagram
You would probably think Tenerife is always hot, well it is as average temperatures are never less than 17C. However, given its latitude and its weather being derived from the boiling Sahara to the east it should be much hotter but it isn’t and that is due to the Canary Current.
The Canary Current branches off from the North Atlantic Current and flows southwestwards along the African coast.
It then turns west to join the Atlantic North Equatorial Current. The sea temperature is cool here which is caused by offshore winds from off the North-West African countries and this cools down the Canary Islands.
So even though it is called the Canary Current, this current actually starts in the North Atlantic and goes as far south as Senegal.
More in-depth information on the Canary Current can be found here on Wikipedia.
4.Volcanic effect on the weather 🌋
Volcanic Effect Diagram
Tenerife being a Volcanic Island like the other Canary Islands has a landscape of lava and volcanic residue from eruptions when it was formed millions of years ago.
This results in a landscape in the south of solidified dark lava with no chance of any vegetation. This dark landscape absorbs the sun.
5. Black Sand beaches absorb the heat ⚫️
Black Sand Beach, Tenerife
When a volcano erupts the lava enters the sea and quickly dissolves into basalt, tiny grains of black sand.
This can happen overnight after a volcanic eruption with a whole black beach being formed!.
As black sand absorbs more sun this can result in burns even so be careful as it is hotter to walk on than white sand. Make sure you have hardy flip-flops!
6. Holiday Weather Tenerife Weather forecasts are accurate ☀️
Holiday Weather has since 2016 been tracking our actual weather forecasts to the recorded weather for Tenerife and we have a score of 96% for the accuracy of our forecasts for Tenerife.
As the forecasts are for 25 days, this gives you the assurance that if you are planning a holiday How accurate the weather will be.
7. It’s cheaper to go to Tenerife when it’s hotter !!! 🛫
Sunset Harbour Club enjoys a great location in Tenerife
Hotel prices are often cheaper in the summer when it is hotter, this is because Tenerife is a year-round holiday location and the weather in the winter is warm enough for a beach holiday.
Being a 4-hour flight it is easier in the summer to hop on a plane for 2 hours to go to mainland Spain for a holiday such as Costa del Sol or the Balearic Islands like Ibiza and Majorca.
8.The top of Mt Teide is often hotter near the peak than just below 🗻
Tenerife is abundant in natural beauty
When we say below, we mean at 2000 to 3000m as the summit of Teide is 3708m. This is because there is often cloud cover at 2 to 3000m.
But once you cycle, walk or take the cable car above these clouds there is a clear sky and UV (Ultra Violet ) rays are stronger as they are higher up and there is less atmosphere to absorb them.
9. It does snow in Tenerife ❄️
Snow Desert Lonely Road Landscape in Volcan Teide National Park, Tenerife, Canary Island, Spain
Not often and never at sea level but there has been heavy snow on the approaches to Mount Teide on a few occasions, notably in November 2018 with access to the Teide National Park closed. Snow level was at 1800m.
10. Things to do if it does rain !! 🌧
Submarine from San Miguel Harbor
In the unlikely event, it is raining in Tenerife here are things you can do
Shopping in Costa Adeje, go in a submarine from San Miguel Harbor and see below the sea, soak in a spa, go on a Tapas Tour or visit a Bodega!.
Find the sun, it’s highly unlikely that it will be raining all over the island, Teide is probably the most reliable place to find the sun and that will get you off the beach and into the mountains !!
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9 Mind-Blowing Facts about Mount Teide
Mount Teide is one of the most popular volcanoes in the world.
It is well-known for its beauty, size and last but not least for its location in close proximity to the European continent.
It was born more than 8 million years ago, and today it is an important tourist destination for people from around the world.
Today the volcano is easily accessible thanks to the existing cable car.
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Don’t forget, however, that the site is a national park so you will always need a permission to visit it.
1. Last eruption of Teide
Mount Teide Tenerife by Jose Luis Tirado
Most people think that Mount Teide is a volcano that has extinct very long time ago and currently is not active.
However, this is a great mistake.
In fact, the last eruption occurred much sooner than you can imagine.
This happened suddenly and without warnings on November 18, 1909.
However, as we can see today, Teide is very far from being among the most active volcanoes.
Actually, scientists describe it as a dormant volcano, which has not disturbed the peaceful life of the island’s inhabitants for a long period of time.
2. Highest peak in Spain
With its 3718 meters, Mount Teide is the highest point of Spain. Moreover, it is the highest peak in Western Europe outside the Alps.
Every morning at sunrise the volcano throws a tremendous triangle-shaped shadow over the entire vicinity.
If you have the unique chance to meet the sunrise in the higher parts of the island, you will be able to see and enjoy the enormous shadow of the volcano that for a while reaches hundreds of miles into the Atlantic Ocean.
The most amazing is that the length of the shadow is more than 3% of the distance between the Canary Islands and Florida in the United States!
3. Unique local microclimate
The Canary Islands are located where the tropical climate zone from the south meets the subtropical climate zone from the north and are know as one of the places with the best climate in the world.
Generally said, the islands enjoy weather that is very similar to Florida.
However, Mount Teide is quite cold and different from the weather along the coast. The temperature is quite low throughout the year.
The average daytime temperature is about 4,1°C in January and 17,9°C in August, which means you should always wear some warm clothing if you want to climb the mountain, even in summer.
Nights are usually cold with temperatures between 0,9°C in January and 13,5°C in August.
4. Very rich flora
Formation of rocks, Teide by Sander Hoogendoorn
If you are not an experienced biologist, you probably would say that Teide is a desert area.
However, as a result of the rich volcanic soil, the mountain slopes are home to about 168 species of plants.
One of the most emblematic is Echium Wildpretii, which is very well known from everybody who have ever visited the area. It is an herbaceous plant, whose height reaches 2-3 meters.
The ring between 1000 and 2000 meters is covered by beautiful pine forests.
Actually, only the highest parts are devoid of vegetation.
5. Very rich fauna
When you see the harsh landscape of Teide National Park, probably for you will be hard to imagine how many species call this place their home.
Actually, more than 1400 species of animals live here and about 40 percent are endemic and couldn’t be found elsewhere.
Most of the species are insects.
However, there are also birds, rodents, lizards and many others.
One of the advantages is that there are no dangerous animals in the area.
Probably, the most hazardous of all are the bees and wasps.
6. Best place to observe the night sky
Have you ever heard that the Canary Islands are one of the places in the world offering the best conditions to observes the stars and the Milky Way?
Actually, some of the most amazing pictures of the night sky have been made exactly here, on the top of Mount Teide.
This is one of the most important reasons why in 1964, at a height of 2390 m, was built one of the most popular international observatories on the planet, Observatorio del Teide.
Because of the very good conditions in the area, years later on the neighbouring island, La Palma, was build second observatory – Roque de los Muchachos Observatory.
7. Snow cover
Mount Teide Snow cover by Jesús Padrón
There are very few places around the world which are located in the tropics and receive snowfalls at the same time.
Mount Teide is one of them and the reason is it altitude above sea level.
At a height of 2371 m are possible temperatures below zero in 10 out of 12 months of the year.
Only in August and September temperatures have never fallen below zero.
For that reason is not surprising that Mount Teide is covered with a thin cover of snow much more often than you could imagine.
Practically, snow covers the highest parts of the volcano for a long period during the winter season.
However, the precipitations that fall over the island are scarce.
That’s why you will be a bit disappointed if you expect to see the kind of snow cover you could find in the Alps or in the Balkans in winter.
8. Under the auspices of UNESCO
Since 2007, Mount Teide is under the auspices of UNESCO. The volcano is very beautiful and looks so different under different type of weather conditions.
However, its beauty is not the only reason why this place is of such a great importance.
When it comes to science, the volcano offers a rich information about the geological processes that occur within the Earth.
The protected territory covers the territory of the Teide National Park.
The UNESCO World Heritage Site covers an area of about 18,990 ha.
There is also a special buffer zone, which services to ensure much better protection of the territory.
9. 3rd highest volcano
Mount Teide is the third largest volcano on the planet after Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea on the island of Hawaii.
Teide is much bigger than you could imagine because actually a very big part of it, or nearly 48%, lies below sea level.
If we count the entire height of the volcano, it wouldn’t be 3718 meters but 7200 meters!
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Spain, Tenerife island – “30 amazing facts about Tenerife!”
1. Tenerife is the largest and most visited by tourists (about 10 million per year) island of the Canary archipelago (7 inhabited islands and 6 very small ones). These islands, although they are located in the Atlantic Ocean and are closer to Africa than to Europe, are an autonomous region of Spain and, accordingly, part of the eurozone ( there is only one meaning – you need Schengen to visit)
Siam Park
2. The Canary Islands (Canarian Island), however strange it may sound, means “ dog islands ” from the Latin word canis.
According to the generally accepted version, the modern name of the island of Tenerife comes from two words “tene” (mountain) and “ife” (white), the Spaniards combined these 2 words and added “p”, which resulted in the now familiar name “Tenerife “.
And…
Tenerife is known as “ Island of Eternal Spring » (Isla de la Eterna Primavera). On the other hand, on some maps of the XIV-XV centuries, this island was found under the name “Isla del Infierno” (Isla del Inferno), literally translated as “ Hell Island ”, surprisingly, we are still talking about one and the same same island.
3. Migrating capitals
The autonomous Canary Islands have 2 official capitals: Santa Cruz (in Tenerife) and Las Palmas (in Gran Canaria)
Parliament always sits in Santa Cruz and the government moves to 2 capitals every year. It is quite normal for the prime minister to have an office on one island and the vice-chairman on another. In addition, ministries migrate between four cities (on 4 islands). This was done to reduce corruption and even development of the islands.
South of the island
4. Guides often confuse and say that Teide (3.718 m) – the third highest island volcano in the world, after 2 Hawaiian ones. This is not so, above the Teide, in addition to these two Hawaiian peaks, there is also Jaya volcano, (5029 m.) in New Guinea, Mount Cook (3.754 m.) in New Zealand, Mount Fuji – the highest mountain in Japan (3776 m),
But in terms of volume, this is really the third island volcano. The fact is that it is located in a deep Atlantic basin and its height, counting from the bottom of the ocean, is 7500m .
Teide is also the highest point in Spain and the highest point in the Atlantic.
Teide
5. Eruptions and seismic activity.
Teide is not an extinct volcano, it just sleeps :). The last eruption was in 1909. In general, Teide and neighboring islands-volcanoes form a zone of seismic activity. Tremors are registered every day in this region, but they are usually weak and not felt, nothing threatens tourists. All these fluctuations are monitored and residents are informed in advance. We, the inhabitants of the calm plains, do not understand, but the population of the Canary Islands is not at all afraid of earthquakes and eruptions. And a couple of years ago, when there was an underground eruption near the skeleton of El Hierro, the inhabitants did not leave their homes and did not flee in panic to the mainland, but happily discussed the emergence of a new island in the forums and came up with a name for it. But the eruption was not strong enough to create a new island. Until anyway…
6. Garachico
The inhabitants of Tenerife seem to have their own analogue of our proverb about “a shell in one funnel”. The beautiful rich port city of Garachico was wiped out by lava in 1706. But right on the boiling lava , the inhabitants rebuilt a new city, however, not so impressive. Now an erupting volcano, an anchor, a cone and a shell coexist on the coat of arms of Garachico: such a strange grocery basket composition .
Garachico-city on the lava
7. The territory of Tenerife is not so big – only twice the area of Moscow, but on such a small piece of land there are 4 climatic zones and 28 (!!!) climatic zones. One day you can swim in the ocean and soak up the sun on the south coast, find it snowing on top of the Teide, get caught in a torrential downpour in La Laguna, get pretty cold and lose your straw hat due to gusts of wind in the north. Despite the fact that geographically Tenerife is located at the level of the northern Sahara, there is no sweltering heat here and the temperature is approximately the same all year round.
8. Look into the crater of the volcano. By car you can reach a height of approximately 2150 meters, another 1400 can be overcome by funicular (end station 3555 meters). The last 163 meters and the crater is a restricted area. To obtain permission, you must register in advance on the official website and get access and confirmation.
This is a specially designed restrictive barrier. The official version of is that the air is very rarefied at the top and it is better for people with health problems not to visit it. But below just 163m no permits are needed. Semi-official version – with the flow of tourists, the height of the volcano has decreased by a couple of meters due to the fact that it is “trampled” and pulled apart by pebbles, so they decided to restrict access a little.
Shards of volcanic rock cannot be taken away as a souvenir – you can get a serious fine (2000 euros).
Teide
9. Some surfaces of the volcano look like a lunar landscape. Guides are very fond of telling that Star Wars was filmed here, but don’t believe it :). Only 2 major films were filmed on the Teide: “ A Million Years BC” in 1966 and a little over forty years later “Clash of the Titans ” in 2009.
10. Mysterious local population – Guanches. With the indigenous population – the Guanches, there are more questions than answers. In the chronicles of the Spanish conquerors they are described as very tall, strong, blue-eyed, red-haired and white-skinned. How and when they appeared on the island is not known. Anthropologists associate them with the inhabitants of North Africa (light skin and eyes do not really fit into this theory), but how could they get to the islands (this is 115 km across the ocean) in difficult conditions with difficult currents? The Guanches themselves did not find anything resembling a boat , and in general, apparently, they were wary of water and preferred to live higher in the mountains.
Unfortunately, the Spaniards brought many infections to which the local population had no immunity, and the survivors were destroyed “during the peace negotiations”. The language and culture of the Guanches are irretrievably lost .
The appearance and extremely mysterious origin of the Guanches are exploited by supporters of the version that the Canary Islands are the lost Atlantis…
11 . In general, the local population is rather wary of the Spaniards, and distinguishes itself as a separate ethnic group of the Canaries.
909 thousand people now live in Tenerife and every sixth is employed in tourism.
South of the island
And as a tourist center Tenerife was formed not so long ago. From late 19For centuries, rare travelers have come here for new experiences. Resort areas and infrastructure for tourists began to cost only in 1970-1980. The fact is that until that time the islanders had already existed quite well , the main source of income was the export of carmine, a dye obtained from a special aphid. Up to 3000 tons of this expensive paint were exported from the island annually. But in the 1960s, cheap aniline dye was invented and began to be actively used, and the population suddenly found itself out of work. It was then that the authorities began to actively develop the tourism sector.
Features of local architecture
This was done to stimulate the economic development of Spain’s furthest province. The Canary Islands and Tenerife in particular still have this status, half of the shops on the island resemble Duty Free. By the way, prices in the dutik at the southern airport are higher than in stores on the island. And at the northern airport there is no Duty Free at all, since it is used mainly for domestic flights.
14. The flora and fauna of the island have never been subjected to climatic cataclysms and are located far enough from the mainland, so that they developed in complete isolation. Therefore, there are many plants that are not found anywhere else or are found in a modified form. In the north-east of the island there are relict forests, and throughout the entire territory there are, for example, 3-meter dandelions or giant ferns. Flora – on the contrary, it is extremely scarce, all more or less large animals were brought here not so long ago, there are no poisonous insects and snakes either. Environmentalists, by the way, are outraged about the new neighbors. The population of rabbits, which were also brought in, is not controlled by anything, there are no predators on the island. And the rabbits are gluttonous and gnaw at the Canary pine, which…
15. It is a unique plant and is the reason for the creation of the national park around the Teide . On the rocks around the entire perimeter of the volcano is located in the form of a crown forest, consisting of Canarian pines. This plant is endemic, found nowhere else in the world. These pines are unique in that they do not need fresh water from the soil.
There are no underground water sources in Tenerife at all. These cunning pines can get moisture from clouds and air. Actually, the whole island is surrounded by a layer of clouds and the Canarian pine grows at this level. In addition, it is resistant to fires, the trunk of this pine practically does not burn, and after such natural disasters, it quickly recovers.
Canary pines in and above the clouds
16. Loro Parque . In the north of the island in Puerto Cruz is this wonderful zoo-reserve. It houses the largest collection of parrots in the world . The number of birds in this park is about 4000, and about 1500 chicks are born per year. Almost all known species from all continents are represented.
Loro Parque
17. Thanks to good visibility at altitude and the absence of clouds, one of the largest observatories in the world is located near the top of the volcano. There is a mountain range on the Moon called ‘Tenerife’ because it was first observed by an astronomer stationed at this observatory.
By the way, Queen guitarist Brian May started work on his dissertation there. For 30 years, due to his musical career, he abandoned science, but he did not lose interest in it and returned to Tenerife a few years ago to complete his scientific work.
18. The worst plane crash in the world history of civil aviation occurred at Tenerife North Airport on March 27, 1977 years old. Due to a minor terrorist attack in Las Palmas (Gran Canaria), all planes were diverted to Los Rodeos (Tenerife). Controller errors, heavy fog, radio interference and a chain of fatal accidents led to a collision of two passenger Boeings on the runway. After this unfortunate incident, the International Civil Aviation Organization introduced a new standard of phrases adopted by controllers and changed the decision-making procedure for the crew.
19. One of the shortest passenger air routes between the islands of Tenerife and La Gomera, only 64km and 30 minutes, including takeoff and landing.
decoy park
decoy park
20. Neighborhood with Africa. There are some pleasant surprises – like brighter beaches. It is believed that the black volcanic rock eventually mixes with grains of sand brought from the Sahara, which is why some beaches in the south have lighter sand. But there are also unpleasant surprises. Kalima ! During sandstorms in Africa, the wind brings dust, sand and hot air. It is impossible to predict this, but fortunately, there are only a few days a year and it ends quickly.
21. The island has a wide variety of beaches, some of which will surprise you!
Las Teresitas is the most beautiful beach in all the photos. White sand, calm sea in the bay and palm trees. For this beach, sand was transported from the Sahara (320 thousand tons) for several years.
Playa Arena – a small beach near Los Gigantes with the blackest sand. It is saturated with minerals and is considered healing. (Players of Spanish football and not only teams are regularly treated on this beach. Unfortunately, I have not seen a single one).
La Tejita – nude beach. A small enclosed cove that you will have to look for;).
Playa de Leocadio Machado is the best place for windsurfing and kitesurfing.
Playa de las hippies – a beach where peaceful European hippies live apart in caves and built huts.
Beaches: sandy, lava, volcanic
22. The famous Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco). This tree is located in a village with a telling name Icod de los vinos . But do not think that the tree does not seem to tourists – it really is there.
The locals are sure that it is thousands of years old and of course there is a legend about it. Its essence is that the tree used to be a bloodthirsty dragon and demanded donations in the form of girls once a year. Then a brave warrior killed a dragon because of his beloved ( the girl was eaten by himself), and in this place a tree grew, in whose veins dragon blood flows.
In fact, the dragon tree has red sap that resembles blood, and scientists estimate the age of this legendary tree at about 700 years.
Legendary dragon tree and festival in the village of Icod de los vinos
23. Drinks. There is a special kind of coffee in Tenerife – baraquito , a mixture of strong coffee, condensed milk, liquor, poured into a glass in layers. The inhabitants of the Canaries have a strange habit of never completely finishing their drinks. If they have beer, they always leave some of it at the bottom of the glass. Nobody knows why.
24. Perhaps the world’s first product placement? Canarian wine, sweet, white – Malvasia , was imported into the UK back in Shakespeare’s time and he mentions it in two of his plays: Twelfth Night and The Merry Wives of Windsor . It is said that because he himself loved this drink so much, he received a barrel of wine (about 157 liters!) as part of the salary for popularizing the outlandish island wines at that time.
25. The maze of underground passages below Icod de los Vinos forms one of the longest volcanic tunnels in the world. Cueva del Viento underground complex is the largest volcanic cave in Europe . The total length of the labyrinths is about 17 km. The cave is still being explored, not all branches have been cleared and studied by scientists. Only a small part is open to tourists.
Loro Parque
26. The best. Village Vilaflor Vilaflor is almost the highest in Spain at 1200m. The municipality of Vilaflor is the highest administrative region in Spain. Torres de Santa Cruz [Towers of Santa Cruz] the tallest buildings in the Canary Islands and the tallest residential buildings in all of Spain.
27. In the 16th century, the Canary Islands were infested with pirates far more than the Caribbean. The heyday of smugglers and pirates came at the time of the discovery of America. All trade routes from America to Europe passed through Tenerife, which created ideal conditions for pirates. Not all of them were petty bandits, the most famous were of noble origin and were in the service of the Queen of England ( John Hawkins, Francis Drake ). If you want more pirate romance, then you are in the Mask Gorge and the village of the same name. More recently, this gorge was cut off from the island by a ridge and had no land communication. In addition, the gorge is conveniently hidden and not visible either from the water or from the land, it goes directly to the trade routes. This is where the pirates and smugglers lived . According to legend, chests and unseen treasures are hidden in the gorge.
Los Gigantes and ocean water pools in the north
28. Agatha Christie in Tenerife. One of the most mysterious disappearances of the last century.
In December 1926, Agatha Christie disappeared and the British police searched for her unsuccessfully for 11 days. It is still unknown what caused such a mysterious flight. The famous writer herself claimed that it was an attack of amnesia, many are inclined to believe that it was a planned plot in the spirit of the writer’s detective stories. She was hiding, as was later found out in a small hotel in Britain. But the writer went to Tenerife to recover and recover.
Agatha Christie and her daughter spent a whole month in the city of Puerto de la Cruz, , where one of the streets was later named after the writer. It is believed that it was on the island that the novel “The Secret of the Blue Express” was completed. Canarian sketches are also found in the works “The Mysterious Mr. Keane” and “The Companion”.
Since 2007, the city of Puerto de la Cruz has been hosting the annual Agatha Christie Festival .
29. There are often witnesses of Ufo in Tenerife. It is believed that one of the reasons for this is the strong magnetic field emanating from Teide . The main Tenerife UFO sighting was on June 22, 1976. It lasted over 40 minutes and was also observed in La Palma, La Gomera, Gran Canaria and several ships at sea. Several hundred people, including military personnel, testified that they saw a strange luminous object and a bright yellow beam emanating from it, which at first did not move, and then began to rotate.
The incident caused such a stir that the Spanish Air Force launched a serious investigation. They looked at all the possibilities: airplanes, missile test, weather balloon (the usual explanation for UFOs), natural atmospheric phenomena, meteors. But none of the versions explained what he saw. It was concluded that the observed object was “unidentified” and the incident was “unexplained”.
In 1998, members of an occult group from Germany (30 people) went to the top of the Teide to meet with a spaceship. They planned to commit mass suicide in order to travel to a new magical world. The police arrested them, they searched for the ship, but did not find it.
30. Tenerife has the same flag as Sweden. There are no adequate explanations for this, but there are funny versions. One of the versions: Tenerife and Sweden have a common Catholic patron saint Andrew, in Spain San Andres (San Andres). Local residents’ version – they (the flags) are not the same at all, but have different shades of blue. Another version – in 1797, the British fleet led by Admiral Nelson attacked Santa Cruz and was defeated, this flag was captured from his ship and appropriated by the local command. Then the flag was so liked that it became official. True, the white and blue flag is the traditional flag of Scotland before it was combined with English, but this is not mentioned in history :).
This same Admiral Nelson lost his right arm trying to take Santa Cruz. The Tiger cannon, which was part of the artillery that defended the capital of Tenerife, and which is traditionally credited with depriving Admiral Nelson of his hand, serves as a symbol of a triumphant victory over the British. However, the admiral himself is treated tenderly and respectfully on the island, streets and squares are named after him. Nelson’s attack on the city plays every July in Santa Cruz. .., and he always loses .
Stargazing in Tenerife
Tenerife is the best island and not only because of its climate. The highlands of the island are remote from the light pollution of cities, therefore are considered the best places for stargazing in Tenerife .
Since 2014, the sky over Teide National Park has been listed as “ Star Destination ” in the “Tourist Destination” category by the Star Foundation. The status confirms that stargazing from Teide in the National Park complies with the requirements and procedures established for the protection of the sky and associated natural and cultural values.
CONTENTS
Curious facts about stars
Phenomena associated with stars observed from Teide
The best star trek in Tenerife
Where to see the stars in Tenerife
Teide is the best place to see the stars in Tenerife
Another interesting place for stargazing in Tenerife
Curious facts about stars
Did you know that our galaxy has 400,000 million stars ? Impressive, right? An almost equally astonishing number of stars make up the Milky Way, which is made up of hundreds of billions of stars.
Do you know how many constellations there are and how many of them can be seen from the Teide?
View of the Milky Way from Teide.
Show me the stars on the Teide
According to the International Astronomical Union , 88 constellations present us with stars every night. They instantly transport us to an ancient era where different civilizations used the constellations to guide their travels and to create agricultural and religious calendars. The peoples of ancient civilizations were imaginative and named all the constellations according to what they looked like.
From Tenerife you can see 83 of the 88 officially recognized constellations. It only takes to move to the Teide National Park to see all the constellations of the northern hemisphere and most of the constellations of the southern hemisphere. Enjoy the stars on the Teide like never before during one of our experiences!
And among all our activities where you can get acquainted with the night sky of Tenerife, we recommend the Teide Tour in the evening, because, in addition to being taken in a comfortable transport, you can admire an unforgettable sunset from one of the best viewpoints of the National Park (do not forget camera), at the end of the day you will take part in an astronomical observation at the base station of the cable car at an altitude of 2365 meters in professional long-range telescopes with a tour from our Starlight guides. It will be the most complete and amazing experience and stargazing of Teide!
Signing up for a tour of the Teide in the evening!
Phenomena associated with the stars observed from Teide
All year round the sky provides us with the opportunity to see various stunning celestial bodies that cannot be missed if you are in Tenerife, as Teide turns into the best amphitheater in the evening to sit down and enjoy the beautiful sight that unfolds before your eyes while stargazing at Teide .
Geminid Starfall from Teide.
Some of the brightest stellar phenomena appear in the form of stellar rain . The most famous and strongest star shower, the last of this year, will be the Geminid meteor shower. Although the sky gives us meteor showers almost every month : The Quadrantides in January and the Perseids in August are just some of the meteor showers that occur throughout the year and can be seen while stargazing in Tenerife.
If you visit Tenerife in the summer, it will be useful for you to know that in the summer starry sky you can see two of the brightest phenomena – the Milky Way and the Great Summer Triangle – all this while observing the stars of Teide.
The Milky Way is a hazy band that crosses the starry sky, which is especially visible during the summer months. And the Great Summer Triangle is a group of the three brightest stars, which dominate the sky in summer.
Tell me about my options for stargazing from the Teide!
The best star trek in Tenerife
Looking at the stars in the National Park is something extraordinary. It’s an undeniable fact: from you can see the rings of Saturn, endless galaxies and nebulae, and even craters on the moon – all while stargazing at Tenerife .
It’s not for nothing that Teide and the Peaks of Tenerife have received the Starlight Certificate , which confirms that this is a privileged place at the international level for observing the stars of Teide.
The location, low light pollution and volcanic landscapes make simple stargazing in Tenerife magical.
If we add to these circumstances a favorable climate, the passage of the Star Trek in Tenerife will become the “highlight of the program” at any time of the year. Therefore, we present you with a list of places from which you can enjoy stargazing in Tenerife, so that you can enjoy this experience to the maximum.
Where to see the stars in Tenerife
When choosing a place where to look at the stars in Tenerife, and in such a way that it is unforgettable, you first need to consider the most important thing: it should be a place away from the strong light emission of .
Be careful with flashlights that blind your eyes and then you have to wait about fifteen minutes for your eyes to get used to the darkness again. It is better to stick a red stripe at the level of the lamp, so it will not be completely dark and you will be able to observe the Teide stars without waiting fifteen minutes.
Another important factor in order to really enjoy the night sky over Tenerife is to find an open space so that the field of view is as wide as possible.
Now it remains to talk about the materials: at least you need to take binoculars with you, but it is better, of course, to have professional long-range telescopes, such as those that are at the base station of the cable car, and which we use during our observations for stars in Tenerife, making it the best spot for Teide stargazing.
And that’s not all.
The starry sky of Teide.
Teide is the best place to see the stars in Tenerife
We can say that stargazing on Teide is the best option as conditions are perfect from any viewpoint: : no light pollution, best panoramic views and the very thick of nature – what else is needed for stargazing in Tenerife.
We recommend monitoring at the cable car base station.
All of our astronomical observations are made from this privileged location, accompanied by accredited guides who will help you learn more about the celestial bodies you see. In addition, the observation takes place in high quality professional telescopes, so that you can enjoy the experience to the maximum.
If there is one trip to enjoy stargazing in Tenerife from the Teide National Park, it is Sunset and the Stars, which combines sunset viewing with a path to the Pico Viejo viewpoint, to end with Teide stargazing in the middle of the night with a guide Starlight, from the base station of the cable car.
And if you love astronomy, the Astronomy Tour combines a visit to the Teide Observatory in the evening with stargazing at night.
Visits to the observatory are accompanied by guides, as well as stargazing in Tenerife at an altitude of 2356 meters, where the base station of the Teide cable car is located. Observation is carried out in long-range telescopes, of course.
If you want to enjoy the stargazing experience in Tenerife from a different location, we have an alternative option.
Another interesting stargazing spot in Tenerife
If you are looking for a stargazing tour in Tenerife that will not be conducted from the top of Teide, Masca viewpoint is a natural sky-facing balcony located on at an altitude of more than 1000 meters, which is located on the highway connecting the village of Masca with the city of Santiago del Teide.
This is a great place to enjoy the Tenerife sky, but you have to go here with your own stargazing equipment, and be aware that this is a gorge with a winding road that does not have enough space for parking.
Given these circumstances, this is a place that can be included in your Tenerife stargazing itinerary.
Resolved! I want to see the stars on the Teide
Spanish in Tenerife (Enforex)
Contents
Quick Facts about Enforex Tenerife
Why study in Tenerife?
Accommodation in Tenerife
Extracurricular activities in Tenerife
The Enforex Spanish School in Tenerife is the perfect place to get a truly balanced learning and leisure experience. Enjoy personalized learning in the school’s 7 fully equipped classrooms. The Enforex School is housed in a traditional Canarian style building, in Edificio Bélgica.
Beautiful Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, has a mild climate during autumn and winter and warm summers, making it a popular destination for tourists from all over Spain and beyond.
No matter how long you stay on the island, you will not only enjoy unforgettable sunny beach holidays, but also incredible nature and cultural attractions. Tenerife is the perfect combination of academic life and pleasure, soak up the sun and improve your Spanish.
Quick facts about Enforex Tenerife
Location in Puerto de la Cruz (northern part of the island).
Walking distance from Martianez beach.
Walking distance from the pool complex.
7 equipped air-conditioned classrooms.
Free Wi-Fi throughout the school
Minimum age for adult language courses: 17+.
The school is open every weekday from 8 am to 5 pm.
Courtyard.
Shared lounge.
Media and library.
Why study in Tenerife?
We know that you will learn a lot just by being on this magical island, but to make the most of your time, choose a Spanish course at Enforex and you will be able to combine leisure and study. The school offers programs ranging from general Spanish to exam preparation and internships. Please see the programs by clicking on the links:
– General Spanish Course (20 lessons per week)
– Intensive Spanish (25 lessons per week)
– Internship in Spain
– Individual lessons
– DELE exam preparation (20 lessons per week)
– SIELE exam preparation (20 lessons per week)
Tenerife has the highest peak in Spain, Mount Teide, which you can climb to enjoy fantastic views of the rest of the island. Also worth a visit are the Giant’s Cliffs, an impressive vertical rock that the Huns called the “Wall of Hell”. Discover the unique landscape of Tenerife and you won’t be disappointed!
Accommodation in Tenerife
Enforex offers several types of accommodation for international students:
• Host families
• Student apartments
• Private apartments
Learning Spanish in Tenerife is a chance to discover a completely different side of Spain.
The school offers accommodation in a local host family, which will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the traditional life of a typical Spanish family. You will get an idea of what everyday life is like in the Canary Islands, as well as learn about traditions and customs, and taste the local cuisine.
As an alternative, the school offers fully equipped student apartments with other students.
A private studio apartment is suitable for those who like to have their own space and are generally not used to living with others or do not want to live with strangers.
Tenerife Extracurricular Activities
Enforex Tenerife organizes weekly afternoon and evening activities to help you better understand the local culture. You can choose something for yourself:
• Salsa lessons.
• Spanish cinema.
• Cultural lessons on various topics: Spanish youth, Spanish wine, literature, art.
Tenerife is an island full of incredible natural attractions, from mountains to volcanoes, nature reserves, beaches and lakes. The school organizes optional weekend excursions:
• Mount Teide
• A day in the country: BBQ
• La Gomera: small island near Tenerife
• La Caldera – La Orotava
• Mask (village in the mountains)
• Anaga – Los Carboneras
• La Laguna (former capital of Tenerife) and Cruz del Carmen
• Santa Cruz de Tenerife
If you would like more information about Enforex Tenerife’s programs, please fill out the contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
A few facts about Tenerife that are unknown to most visitors to the Spanish Consulate
Date:
04/15/2015
Author: ABC of Spain
A few facts about Tenerife that are unknown to most visitors to the Spanish Consulate
Before going for a visa to the Spanish consulate or visa centers of this country, most tourists receive at least basic information about the region where they are going to go. This fully applies to those who decide to spend their next vacation on the paradise island of Tenerife. The entertaining information and facts presented below will, no doubt, allow you to get to know this most interesting corner of Spain better.
Where does a Russian tourist go who wants to see the pyramids with his own eyes? Of course, to Egypt. And few people know that you can admire the pyramids, though not as impressive as the Egyptian ones, in Tenerife. The fact is that the indigenous inhabitants of the island deified the sun and also built pyramids, like the Egyptians. And the mummies, which were carefully preserved by the Guanches and which can be seen today in the Museum of Man and Nature, are no less interesting than the well-known finds from Egyptian tombs.
Where do Europeans go in winter to forget about the cold and bad weather at least for a few days? Of course, in Tenerife, where, as everyone knows, eternal summer reigns. But we must not forget that even here it can sometimes snow in winter. A similar possibility exists in the vicinity of Mount Teide. Locals look forward to snowfall every year in order to feel at least a couple of days what a real European winter is like.
When planning an independent walk around Tenerife, you need to remember an important fact: the island is not at all one big tourist attraction, as many people think. This is far from a resort where there is nothing but hotels and souvenir shops. In fact, about 40% of the island’s territory is protected, as rare species of plants and animals live here. It may seem surprising, but many tourists vacationing in Tenerife are not even aware of this, almost never leaving the resort areas.
A few more interesting facts that you should know about Tenerife for everyone who is going to receive documents at the Spanish consulate and relax on the island
Do you know why Columbus, on his famous voyage “to India”, failed to stop at Tenerife to replenish his supplies? The reason was that in 1492 the island was still inhabited by semi-wild locals who dressed in animal skins and did not welcome outsiders too much. The conquest of this island by Spain took place only 4 years later. That is, Tenerife was opened to Europe at about the same time as America! True, the American continent, in any case, a significant part of it, managed to advance along the path to civilization much further than the island. Many argue that time in Tenerife seemed to have stopped somewhere in the 60s of the last century.
Did you know that there is no VAT in Tenerife – and therefore the prices of many goods, especially alcohol and tobacco products, are surprisingly low here for Europeans? True, you should not delude yourself too much, since there are certain restrictions on the import of goods into European countries. But there are no restrictions on how much and what you want to consume during your stay on the island. Therefore, it is not surprising that many tourists do not deny themselves the pleasure of tasting a wide variety of wines and drinks here – observing the measure, of course!
Those holidaying in Tenerife will have the opportunity to admire the most beautiful cruise ships in the world. Port of Santa Cruz has traditionally been part of the itineraries of many cruise lines. For example, residents and guests of the island in 2004 were among the first in the world to see the famous liner Queen Mary-2, which stopped here during its debut trip from Southampton to New York.
Interested in the largest marine life? Then you definitely need to go to Tenerife, because the surroundings of the island are considered the best in the world for watching dolphins and whales. The warm waters between Tenerife and neighboring La Gomera have long been chosen by plankton and other tiny marine life that serve as food for water giants. There are few places in the world where the likelihood of seeing dolphins frolicking in the water or whales blowing fountains would be as high.
And of course, one cannot fail to mention the famous carnivals, which in their splendor have no equal in Europe, and on a global scale are second only to those in Brazil. The Santa Cruz Carnival has earned a place in the Guinness Book of Records as the most crowded – in 1987, 240,000 people took part in a dance performance here. So there is no doubt: tourists who choose the carnival season for their visit to Tenerife will get an experience of a lifetime!
“Are they still on the runway?” How a plane crash claimed the lives of 583 people
Superposition of circumstances
On March 27, 1977, the worst plane crash in the history of civil aviation occurred – 583 people died in a collision of two planes.
That day on the island of Tenerife, a series of circumstances led to tragedy. First, there was a terrorist attack at the Las Palmas airport on the neighboring island. No one died in the explosion, eight people were injured, but the authorities decided to redirect all flights to another air harbor for insurance purposes.
The only place on the islands that could receive large modern aircraft was Los Rodeos Airport, located in the northern part of the island of Tenerife. However, due to the influx of additional flights, it was overloaded, the dispatchers did not have time to receive and send aircraft – some pilots had to wait for hours on the taxiways.
Flights KL4805 of the Dutch airline KLM and PA1736 of the now-defunct American company Pan American also got into this situation – they had to land at this airport. At that time, these were the two largest passenger aircraft in the world – the Boeing 747.
At 15:00, the Las Palmas airport was opened, after which the first planes were able to taxi to take off. In the meantime, early evening began, and its unpleasant feature began to appear in Los Rodeos – a damp breeze and a slight cooling brought fog with it. And it was not a light haze, but low ocean clouds began to creep on the island of Tenerife protruding high from the water.
Pilots dislike Los Rodeos airport for this very reason: the strip is located between two extinct volcanoes at an altitude of 600 m above sea level, and a sharp change in visibility here for several minutes is a common occurrence.
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Aftermath of a PanAm-KLM Boeing 747 collision at Los Rodeos Airport on the island of Tenerife, March 27, 1977 Emergency personnel recover the bodies of the dead at the scene of the tragedy, March 28, 1977 Aftermath of a PanAm-KLM Boeing 747 collision Los Rodeos airport on the island of Tenerife, March 27, 1977 The wreckage of one of the Boeing 747 aircraft, March 27, 1977 Coffins with the bodies of those killed in a collision between PanAm and KLM Boeing 747 aircraft on the island of Tenerife, April 1, 1977 years
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Turned face to face
The pilot of a KLM flight decided to take advantage of the delay and refuel his plane to save time in Las Palmas. 50-year-old crew commander Jacob van Zanten was an experienced pilot – 26 years of work at KLM, almost 12 thousand flight hours, of which more than 1.5 thousand on the Boeing 747. Next to him is the co-pilot, 42-year-old Klaas Meurs and 48-year-old flight engineer William Schroeder.
Some time after refueling, the pilots were allowed to proceed to the end of the 12th runway and wait for permission to take off. However, at this point, US charter flight PA1736, whose passengers were flying to transfer to the cruise ship, was also asked to follow the 12th lane and exit it at the third exit (C-3) to the left to continue on the taxiways.
At the same time, the aircraft commander, 56-year-old Victor Grubbs, 39-year-old co-pilot Robert Bragg, and flight engineer, 46-year-old George Warnes, initially did not want to land in Los Rodeos at all – there was enough fuel in the tanks to circle over Gran Canaria and wait for the airport to open after the attack. However, the dispatcher literally ordered them to go to the alternate airfield. There they waited for several hours.
After being given the go-ahead to enter the steering lane, they started moving. However, due to poor visibility, we missed our turn and were heading straight towards the KLM flight.
At that moment, the commander of the Dutch flight was in a hurry: due to an unforeseen delay, the allowable working time of the crew was coming to an end. The co-pilot contacted the tower: “KL4805. Ready for takeoff.”
The crew of the American liner barely managed to break into a conversation with the controllers, who, moreover, communicated with a strong Spanish accent, and say: “We are still on the Clipper runway one thousand seven hundred thirty-six.” However, his words were superimposed on the end of the dispatcher’s commands, who told the KLM board: “…be ready for takeoff. I will contact you as soon as the runway is free.” In the cockpit of the Dutch, instead of words, they heard interference – they never knew that there was an obstacle in front of them.
Van Zanten meanwhile reached the edge of the runway and began a 180-degree turn. The controller said: “KLM 4805, report back when you are ready to take off,” to which van Zanten, concentrating on the maneuver, replied shortly and not according to the rules: “OK.”
In the meantime, there were no reports from the crew of PanAm 1736 that they had found the third exit – in fact, they had already left behind. Around the same time, van Zanten asked if the runway center line lights were available, to which he received a negative response from the controller. To this, the captain of the Dutch plane grumbled: “And why am I not surprised.”
At 5:05 pm KLM flight 4805 made a full turn at the end of the runway. The two huge planes were now facing each other, separated by hundreds of meters.
“Turn, turn!”
Captain van Zanten shifted the throttles to idle, to which co-pilot Meurs yelled, “Wait! We have not yet received permission from the tower to take off. ” The commander said impatiently, “I know. Come on, ask!”
After contacting the controller, he replied: “KLM 4805, after takeoff, take flight level 90. Right turn to heading 040. After passing the Las Palmas radio beacon, get in touch with the controller … ”
Meurs repeated the instruction word for word, adding at the end not very clearly: “We, er … are going to take off.” In the headphones of the KLM crew, the dispatcher’s voice “OK…” and a four-second crackle were heard. Then the tower added: “Be ready to take off, I will call you.”
At the same moment, Co-Pilot of PanAm Flight 1736 Bragg heard that KLM was about to take off and pressed his tangent, shouting:
“No! We’re still moving down the lane, 1736!” However, the messages of the pilots overlapped each other – no one heard the message of the Americans.
Captain van Zanten, after a short “OK” from the controller, having decided that the formalities of the radio exchange had been observed, gave full power to the engines. Flight KLM 4805 has started acceleration. Flight engineer William Schroeder asked: “Commander. Are they still on the runway?” At the last moment before the collision, Pan American co-pilot Robert Bragg also saw the lights of the approaching aircraft and shouted: “Turn, turn!”.
Commander Grubbs, seeing them too, yelled, “Damn, that son of a bitch is heading straight for us!” The commander of the Dutch liner, seeing the American in front, pulled the helm with all his might, but the plane pulled away from the runway with difficulty.
Having lifted off several meters, at a speed of 265 km/h, the KLM crashed into an American airliner, punching a giant hole in its fuselage. The KLM landing gear struts flew off from the impact, and the aircraft crashed onto the runway 150 m from the collision site. Fuel tanks exploded, and the wreckage of the aircraft scattered hundreds of meters around, and the American Boeing also caught fire.
Arriving at the crash site, firefighters initially start putting out the wreckage of the KLM, unaware that two planes were involved in the crash. But through the cracks in the hull and along the intact left wing of Flight 1736, 70 passengers manage to escape (only 61 of them survived).
Might happen again
The air crash investigation lasted nine months. It showed that on the nine-minute magnetic tape there was no air traffic control team that allowed the Dutch crew to take off.
The main reason was the indiscipline and haste of the van Zanten crew, who decided to take off without the permission of the air traffic control service.
At first, KLM did not admit guilt for the accident, but then took responsibility, agreeing to pay the families of the victims from $58,000 to $600,000.
One of the results of the investigation was the measures taken at the international level by the International Civil Aviation Organization. In particular, after the incident, the pilots were ordered to repeat the key requirements of the received instructions instead of brief answers to the controllers “Ok” or “Roger”.
“A standard phraseology for the crew and the tower has appeared, with confirmation of the received information – with the repetition of the words said by the controller, confirmation of the board, flight,” aviation engineer Sergey Ivanov told Gazeta.Ru.
He also stressed that at the present time such a plane crash could happen again – this is due to the human factor.
“The human factor plays a big role – the pilot or the crew did not understand, did not hear, it seemed that they heard one thing, but in fact another, mixed up and so on,” he concluded.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife – the capital of the island of eternal spring
The Canary Islands attract travelers from all over the world. The most favorite among many is Tenerife – the island of eternal spring. Resting by the sea, you should definitely set aside a day to get to know its capital – the majestic Santa Cruz de Tenerife. At first glance, it may seem that there are few sights here, but a curious tourist will discover many secrets carefully kept by the Spaniards.
In the northeastern part of Tenerife is not a metropolis at all, but Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Its history begins a very long time ago. And it is connected with the name of Don Alonso Fernandez de Lugo. He always dreamed of conquering the Canary Island. He wanted to feel the glory of Columbus, discovering unknown countries. One day he landed numerous troops on the island where Santa Cruz de Tenerife later arose.
The conquest was clearly planned. Prior to the expedition, Fernandez de Lugo received support from Seville bankers and sold his own sugar plantations. Having reached the island, he landed in the northern part. To prove the capture of the area, he immediately installed the Holy Cross, from which the name of the village of Santa Cruz came. Then the conqueror moved inland, and we will stop, consider what happened to the settlement further.
The history of the fishing village, which was not yet called Santa Cruz de Tenerife, dates back to 1494. Then the first inhabitants settled here. Gradually, the place began to grow, expanded to the city. If not for the occasion, a number of whether he would have managed to become the capital. In 1706, a volcano woke up on the island. The raging Montaña Negra destroyed most of the buildings of the city of Garachico, which was considered the main port in Tenerife. Then Santa Cruz took his place. In 1723, it was decided to move the capital here as well. It remains to this day, although it periodically cedes its role to another city – Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Since its inception, Santa Cruz de Tenerife has never been surrendered to the enemy. The locals courageously withstood all the attacks. The coat of arms tells about victories and the desire for freedom. Three lion heads are symbols of major victories over Roberto Blake, John Jennings and Horatio Nelson. Now Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a quiet, peaceful city with about 250,000 inhabitants. By the standards of the island, it is large.
Carnival in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Residents and numerous tourists consider the carnival, which is held annually in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, to be the main attraction of the city. He has been waiting for a whole year, exactly from the day the previous one ended. It will be possible to see the spectacle lasting 2 weeks in February.
For two weeks the Capital gathers guests from all over the world. The spectacle is amazing. In terms of brightness of colors, it is in no way inferior to Brazilian carnivals, except that it is a little more modest in scope. Among the main events are the election of the queen of the island, the parade of horses, the burial of the sardine.
Temples of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Anyone who visits the capital of the island can see the Holy Cross, which gave the name Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The shrine is kept in the main city temple – the Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary. There is a special relationship with her in the city. The locals call it the Cathedral or the Mother Church. A small chapel was opened on the site of the founding of the city at the end of the 15th century. Later it was transformed. A majestic spire appeared, visible from all corners of the city. The ashes of many figures who became famous at different times are buried here.
A little later, in the 17th century, the construction of the Church of St. Francis of Assisi began. It was built in Santa Cruz de Tenerife for almost a century. Now there are many valuable icons, paintings, sculptures.
The sights of Santa Cruz de Tenerife include the Masonic Temple. However, it will not be possible to get into it, because it has been under repair for more than two decades. Many tourists approach the building, take pictures, admire the sphinxes that adorn the facade.
City squares and main streets of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Walking around the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, many tourists start from the main square – Plaza de España. Previously, there was a fortress of San Cristobal. Now the majestic square, recognized as the largest on the island, is decorated with a high monument in the form of a Cross with an observation deck located at the top. There is also a beautiful fountain and a monument glorifying the defenders of Spain. The composition includes bas-reliefs, several sculptures. Adjacent to the square is the Avenue of the Duchess of St. Helena, the entrance to which is opened by an arch laid out in 1787.
Slightly fewer tourists in Candelaria Square, where the monument to the Virgin of Canelaria is erected. Next to her are the faithful Guanches guards. There are four of them. There were the same number of angels, who for some reason were removed after another restoration.
Rambla de Santa Cruz is the central street of the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. On the surface, she doesn’t stand out. On both sides there are many cozy restaurants and cafes where you can taste national dishes. It is worth going to the end to see the monument to Franco, the general who defended Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Modern attractions
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is growing rapidly. Its newly built objects are in no way inferior in beauty to those that have stood for centuries. The vanguard has reached the city. This is evidenced by a masterpiece, which has no equal in Europe. Acoustico de Tenerife is a modern concert hall built between 1997 and 2003 in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The unusual shape is impressive: it seems that there is a huge sail in front of the viewer. An organ is installed here, the sound of which must be listened to. The acoustics of the hall is the best in the world, which is what its authors are proud of. The Symphony and Chamber halls are open, there is a luxurious terrace and a spacious hall. Several museums are open in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
It is suggested to visit at least one of them: •archaeological; •military; • fine arts; •contemporary art.
Lanzarote Weather – 7, 10 & 14 Day Weather Forecast
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Forecasted weather in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain for the next 7, 10, 14 days and beyond is predicting maximum temperature around 27℃ (or 80℉) on Tuesday 20th September at around 6 pm. Over the same period the minimum temperature will be 21℃ or 70℉ on Thursday 22nd September at around 7 am.
Weather forecaster is reporting for Lanzarote a Sunday 18th September to be the wettest day in the coming week with around 0.50mm or 0.0 inches of rainfall. Try and stay dry and do make sure to carry an umbrella if you are out and about in Lanzarote.
The weather forecast is also predicting windiest of all days will be Thursday 22nd September as wind will reach 17mph or 28kmph at around 5 pm.
Best months to visit Lanzarote?
June and July are the best month to go for holiday or travel to Lanzarote. In these month temperature is at around 70°f and average of 319.2857 hours of sunshine in a month.
Coldest months of Lanzarote?
February and March are the coldest months with temperature at around 61°f.
Which months receive most rainfall in Lanzarote?
October and November receive most rainfall with precipitation count of 1.23 inch.
How is the weather in January in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 65°f and at night it goes to 62°f. In the month of January on average Lanzarote gets 0.60 inch of rain and approximately 1 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 70%.
How is the weather in February in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 65°f and at night it goes to 61°f. In the month of February on average Lanzarote gets 0.81 inch of rain and approximately 1 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 72%.
How is the weather in March in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 65°f and at night it goes to 62°f. In the month of March on average Lanzarote gets 0.63 inch of rain and approximately 1 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 74%.
How is the weather in April in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 66°f and at night it goes to 63°f. In the month of April on average Lanzarote gets 0.33 inch of rain and approximately 0 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 75%.
How is the weather in May in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 68°f and at night it goes to 65°f. In the month of May on average Lanzarote gets 0.39 inch of rain and approximately 0 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 77%.
How is the weather in June in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 70°f and at night it goes to 67°f. In the month of June on average Lanzarote gets 0.18 inch of rain and approximately 0 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 79%.
How is the weather in July in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 73°f and at night it goes to 69°f. In the month of July on average Lanzarote gets 0.14 inch of rain and approximately 0 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 82%.
How is the weather in August in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 74°f and at night it goes to 70°f. In the month of August on average Lanzarote gets 0.75 inch of rain and approximately 1 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 83%.
How is the weather in September in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 74°f and at night it goes to 71°f. In the month of September on average Lanzarote gets 0.42 inch of rain and approximately 1 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 80%.
How is the weather in October in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 74°f and at night it goes to 71°f. In the month of October on average Lanzarote gets 1.23 inch of rain and approximately 1 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 76%.
How is the weather in November in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 70°f and at night it goes to 68°f. In the month of November on average Lanzarote gets 0.98 inch of rain and approximately 1 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 72%.
How is the weather in December in Lanzarote, Canarias, Spain?
Daytime temperature stays around 68°f and at night it goes to 65°f. In the month of December on average Lanzarote gets 0.69 inch of rain and approximately 1 wet days in the month. For the most part the humidity is around 70%.
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16:00
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TOM 6115
16:00
15:57
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EZY 6602
16:10
16:02
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KL 1053
16:50
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easyJet
EZY 6042
17:10
17:12
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EZY 6262
17:20
17:12
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EZY 406
17:25
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17:30
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17:35
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18:00
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18:05
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18:15
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18:35
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18:40
19:10
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19:15
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19:15
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19:20
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19:25
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easyJet
EZY 408
19:35
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easyJet
EZY 6168
19:40
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Ryanair
FR 4441
19:40
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19:50
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Ryanair
FR 7513
20:50
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TUI
TOM 6121
21:00
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easyJet
EZY 430
21:05
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easyJet
EZY 569
21:20
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EZY 6158
21:30
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FR 508
21:45
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22:10
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22:35
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22:40
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TOM 339
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EZY 410
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23:10
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Malaga
LS388
14:10
ARRIVED
London Luton
EZY183
14:25
ARRIVED
Glasgow
EZY466
14:40
ARRIVED
Alicante
LS302
14:40
ARRIVED
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EZY6756
15:25
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Isle Of Man
EZY176
15:55
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EZY255
15:55
ESTIMATED 16:01
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EZY835
15:55
ESTIMATED 16:13
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EZY196
16:20
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EZY607
16:50
ESTIMATED 16:44
Palma de Mallorca
EZY6714
17:00
ESTIMATED 16:51
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EZY486
17:15
ESTIMATED 17:11
Faro
EZY6794
17:15
ESTIMATED 17:12
Bristol
EZY447
18:15
ESTIMATED 18:08
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EZY488
18:20
ESTIMATED 18:16
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18:25
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EZY559
19:15
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19:45
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19:50
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20:00
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EZY837
20:00
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EJU6712
20:15
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EZY137
20:35
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EZY187
20:35
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EZY470
20:55
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EZY449
21:20
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EZY613
21:30
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EZY839
22:00
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EZY6776
22:35
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EZY189
23:00
Birmingham
EZY198
23:00
Edinburgh
EZY490
23:00
Faro
EZY6796
23:00
London Stansted
EZY263
23:15
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LS382
01:10
Heraklion
LS322
01:35
Dalaman
LS380
02:05
Glasgow
EZY460
07:15
London Gatwick
EZY829
07:45
Liverpool
EZY601
07:50
Edinburgh
EZY482
07:55
Bristol
EZY443
08:10
London Luton
EZY181
08:35
Birmingham
EZY192
09:00
London Stansted
EZY251
09:05
Newcastle
EZY551
09:15
Manchester
EZY131
09:45
London Gatwick
EZY831
09:55
Glasgow
EZY464
11:40
London Gatwick
EZY841
11:40
Faro
EZY6792
13:05
Palma de Mallorca
TOM1243
13:10
Jersey
EZY6652
13:35
Ibiza
LS398
14:05
Faro
LS306
14:25
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Paris
EJU6721
13:55
AIRBORNE
London Gatwick
EZY842
14:00
AIRBORNE
Isle Of Man
EZY175
14:05
AIRBORNE
Tenerife
LS381
14:45
AIRBORNE
Malaga
EZY6755
14:55
FINAL CALL
Glasgow
EZY465
15:10
AIRBORNE
Heraklion
LS321
15:25
FINAL CALL
Dalaman
LS379
15:40
FINAL CALL
Edinburgh
EZY485
16:10
CHECK-IN OPEN
Glasgow
EZY411
16:25
CHECK-IN OPEN
London Gatwick
EZY836
16:25
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Faro
EZY6795
16:30
CHECK-IN OPEN
Newcastle
EZY560
17:00
CHECK-IN OPEN
London Luton
EZY188
17:40
CHECK-IN OPENS 15:40
Edinburgh
EZY487
17:45
CHECK-IN OPENS 15:45
Glasgow
EZY467
18:00
CHECK-IN OPENS 16:00
London Gatwick
EZY838
18:30
CHECK-IN OPENS 16:30
Bristol
EZY448
18:45
CHECK-IN OPENS 16:45
Amsterdam
EZY6775
18:50
CHECK-IN OPENS 16:50
London Luton
EZY190
20:05
CHECK-IN OPENS 18:05
London Stansted
EZY264
20:10
CHECK-IN OPENS 18:10
Edinburgh
EZY483
20:20
CHECK-IN OPENS 18:20
Birmingham
EZY197
20:25
CHECK-IN OPENS 18:25
London Gatwick
EZY840
20:30
CHECK-IN OPENS 18:30
Palma de Mallorca
EJU6711
20:50
CHECK-IN OPENS 18:50
Edinburgh
EZY489
20:50
CHECK-IN OPENS 18:50
Manchester
EZY138
21:05
CHECK-IN OPENS 19:05
Liverpool
EZY608
21:05
CHECK-IN OPENS 19:05
Glasgow
EZY471
21:25
CHECK-IN OPENS 19:25
Bristol
EZY450
21:50
CHECK-IN OPENS 19:50
Liverpool
EZY614
22:00
CHECK-IN OPENS 20:00
Tuesday, 20-September-2022
London Stansted
EZY252
06:00
Palma de Mallorca
TOM1242
06:00
London Gatwick
EZY830
06:10
Birmingham
EZY191
06:20
Faro
EZY6791
06:30
Newcastle
EZY552
06:40
Ibiza
LS397
06:50
London Luton
EZY180
07:00
Manchester
EZY130
07:05
Faro
LS305
07:10
Glasgow
EZY461
07:45
London Gatwick
EZY832
08:15
Liverpool
EZY602
08:20
Edinburgh
EZY481
08:25
Bristol
EZY444
08:40
London Luton
EZY182
09:05
Lanzarote
LS309
09:30
Alicante
EZY6701
09:50
London Stansted
EZY256
09:55
Krakow
EZY6783
09:55
Jersey
EZY6651
10:15
Faro
EZY6793
10:40
Glasgow
EZY463
12:10
Paris
EZY6723
13:50
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59% of Irish feel restrictions necessary until cases drop below 20 a day
A defiant public is weary of lockdown restrictions but willing to do what is necessary to fight the pandemic, an Irish Mail on Sunday/Ireland Thinks poll reveals.
More than half of respondents say their mental health has worsened in the past six months (up six points on a November poll). And an overwhelming majority, 77%, say the current lockdown is harder on their mental health than the lockdown last March and April.
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It comes as we reveal that the Government will ask the public to ‘stay the course’ on Covid with a very limited easing of restrictions planned for March 5 – with some outdoor activities such as sports training for children, tennis and golf – and even meeting for a coffee outdoors – potentially allowed.
59% of Irish people feel Micheal Martin should continue with restrictions. Pic: extra.ie
Ministers are also preparing to push for the 5km travel limit to be extended to 10km or even 20km, although it is understood the Department of the Taoiseach does not favour this.
Despite the toll being taken on people’s wellbeing, they remain defiant, with 59% saying lockdown restrictions should not be lifted until case numbers fall below 20 per day, similar to last June. And almost three-quarters of those polled say they prefer tougher restrictions for shorter periods, as opposed to a longer lockdown with fewer restrictions.
There were a further 66 deaths from Covid-19 announced yesterday, along with another 1,078 infections, as case numbers continue to bob stubbornly around the 1,000 mark over the past few weeks. As the Tánaiste indicated that the present severe lockdown could largely last until May, Ireland Thinks asked more than 1,000 Irish people: ‘For you, from a mental health perspective, how does the current lockdown compare with the lockdown last April?’
More people are finding this lockdown harder than previous times in 2020. Pic: Sasko Lazarov/RollingNews.ie
With the winter weather and short days limiting opportunities to get outside, an overwhelming majority – 77% – replied that they found it harder this time, with 7% saying it was easier and 16% saying there was no difference. More than half of respondents – 55% – also said their mental health had disimproved in the past six months, compared with 49% when we asked the same question on November 20 – an increase of 6 points. Just 5% said their mental health had improved, compared with 9% last time and 40% said it had not changed, compared with 43% in November.
People are also prepared to take more pain in the short term than have restrictions drag out. Asked: ‘Is it preferable to have a tougher lockdown such as the restrictions in place today including school closures if it gets the cases down quicker or a more relaxed lockdown such as Level 3, which would have fewer restrictions but which might take longer to get the cases down?’ 75% opted for a shorter lockdown and tighter restrictions, versus 21% who wanted longer and less restrictive.
With outrage in the past few weeks over holidaymakers continuing to fly in and out of the country to winter sun destinations such as Lanzarote, the public is very much in support of full hotel quarantine for returnees, which the Government has been resisting.
Asked, ‘should those that arrive to Ireland from the EU be required to quarantine in a hotel or 14 days?’, an overwhelming 84% said yes, 13% disagreed and 3% said they didn’t know. With 1,078 new cases reported yesterday, reopening the country could be a long way off if the decision were left to the public.
Asked when the country should begin to reopen, 59% said this should only happen once Covid cases are fewer than 20 per day, similar to the level last June. Just over a quarter – 27% – said 100 cases a day, similar to the level in late August when local lockdowns in Laois, Offaly, Kildare and Dublin were enacted, would be low enough.
A caseload of 250 per day, around the level before we reopened before Christmas, was low enough for just 7% of people, while 5% are in favour of reopening the country immediately, at about 1,000 daily cases. The figures show that the Government has a good chance of persuading the public to accept the very limited easing of restrictions planned for March 5.
A phased reintroduction of pupils back to classrooms will continue over March. Sources stressed that there will be a phased reintroduction of construction, rather than a full return on March 5. ‘The message is, stay the course until Easter, after that we are looking at a markedly improved situation,’ said a minister.
‘As March progresses children will go back to school and there will be more outdoor activities. By April we will have all the nursing homes and frontline workers vaccinated. The GPs will be involved from Monday in the vaccination programme and that vastly improves things. Ministers say that inter-county travel, outdoor dining and non-essential shopping can begin in April.
There is a fear that the Taoiseach and other figures are ‘overcompensating’ for the mistakes at Christmas over loosening restrictions. ‘The Taoiseach admits that he regrets opening up at Christmas and some of us fear that there is an overcompensation to make up for those mistakes,’ said a minister.
‘I can’t see the difference in extending the 5km to 20km,’ said a minister. ‘More people can get to the beach or a park.’ Ministers have been told not to speculate on the possibility of foreign holidays later this year.
‘People are losing jobs and their kids aren’t in school. A foreign holiday is the last thing on anybody’s mind,’ said a minister. Nightclubs are not expected to open in 2021 and the possibility of alcohol being served indoors, unless food is served, also looks to be out for the rest of the year.’
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FR 820
LISBON
14:25 | 15:06
Departed
19/09/2022 14:25
Estimate: 19/09/2022 15:06 Departed
Departed
AP 5521
PORTO SANTO/FUERTEVENTURA
14:40 | 14:40
Departed
19/09/2022 14:40
Estimate: 19/09/2022 14:40 Departed
Departed
EZY 6450
LONDON GATWICK
14:40 | 16:27
Departed
19/09/2022 14:40
Estimate: 19/09/2022 16:27 Departed
Departed
FR 9065
ALICANTE
14:45 | 14:45
Departed
19/09/2022 14:45
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Departed
FR 4111
NAPOLI
14:50 | 14:50
Departed
19/09/2022 14:50
Estimate: 19/09/2022 14:50 Departed
Departed
FR 4139
KNOCK
14:55 | 15:40
Departed
19/09/2022 14:55
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Departed
FR 4033
POZNAN
14:55 | 15:22
Departed
19/09/2022 14:55
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Departed
FR 2289
PALERMO
15:00 | 16:02
Boarding closed
19/09/2022 15:00
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Boarding closed
FR 3200
CAGLIARI
15:10 | 15:10
Departed
19/09/2022 15:10
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FR 6651
CATANIA
15:30 | 15:30
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19/09/2022 15:30
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EJU 3372
OLBIA
15:50 | 15:50
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19/09/2022 15:50
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SUCEAVA
16:00 | 16:44
Boarding closed
19/09/2022 16:00
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SOFIA
16:00 | 16:55
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19/09/2022 16:00
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W6 3382
CLUJ-NAPOCA
16:10 | 16:10
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19/09/2022 16:10
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FR 4193
LONDON STANSTED
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19/09/2022 16:10
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FR 2254
ALGHERO
16:25 | 17:00
Delayed
19/09/2022 16:25
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FR 4988
CORFU
16:25 | 16:41
Now boarding
19/09/2022 16:25
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FR 8312
GDANSK – DANZICA
16:30 | 16:30
Boarding closed
19/09/2022 16:30
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Boarding closed
FR 5835
LUXEMBOURG
16:30 | 16:30
Boarding – last call
19/09/2022 16:30
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Boarding – last call
FR 3154
AMMAN
16:30 | 16:55
Now boarding
19/09/2022 16:30
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Now boarding
FR 4113
NAPOLI
16:45 | 16:45
Boarding – last call
19/09/2022 16:45
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PC 1214
ISTANBUL S. GOKCEN
16:50 | 17:22
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19/09/2022 16:50
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ISTANBUL S. GOKCEN
16:50 | 17:22
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FR 3792
LAPPEENRANTA
17:10 | 18:25
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19/09/2022 17:10
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FR 6324
SOFIA
17:15 | 17:35
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19/09/2022 17:15
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NO 1520
SHARM EL SHEIKH
18:00 | 18:00
19/09/2022 18:00
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FR 3790
TANGIER
18:10 | 18:10
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 18:10
Estimate: 19/09/2022 18:10 Operated by Malta Air
Operated by Malta Air
FR 4642
BRATISLAVA
18:15 | 18:15
Operated by BUZZ
19/09/2022 18:15
Estimate: 19/09/2022 18:15 Operated by BUZZ
Operated by BUZZ
FR 5976
HELSINKI
18:20 | 18:20
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19/09/2022 18:20
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Operated by Malta Air
FR 4235
PARIS BEAUVAIS
18:50 | 18:50
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 18:50
Estimate: 19/09/2022 18:50 Operated by Malta Air
Operated by Malta Air
FR 4681
STOCKHOLM
18:50 | 18:50
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19/09/2022 18:50
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MADRID
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Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 19:10
Estimate: 19/09/2022 19:10 Operated by Malta Air
Operated by Malta Air
FR 2287
BUCHAREST OTOPENI
19:25 | 19:25
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 19:25
Estimate: 19/09/2022 19:25 Operated by Malta Air
Operated by Malta Air
FR 4722
BILLUND
19:45 | 19:45
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 19:45
Estimate: 19/09/2022 19:45 Operated by Malta Air
Operated by Malta Air
FR 4774
THESSALONIKI
19:55 | 19:55
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 19:55
Estimate: 19/09/2022 19:55 Operated by Malta Air
Operated by Malta Air
FR 1784
COPENHAGEN
20:00 | 20:00
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 20:00
Estimate: 19/09/2022 20:00 Operated by Malta Air
Operated by Malta Air
EJU 3370
OLBIA
20:10 | 20:10
19/09/2022 20:10
Estimate: 19/09/2022 20:10
FR 4118
NAPOLI
20:15 | 20:15
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 20:15
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Operated by Malta Air
FR 4190
IBIZA
20:45 | 20:45
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 20:45
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Operated by Malta Air
FR 6175
CATANIA
20:45 | 20:45
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 20:45
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FR 8095
BRINDISI
20:50 | 20:50
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 20:50
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Operated by Malta Air
FR 4195
LONDON STANSTED
20:50 | 20:50
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 20:50
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Operated by Malta Air
FR 4132
BARI
21:00 | 21:00
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19/09/2022 21:00
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FR 4706
CAGLIARI
21:15 | 21:15
Operated by Malta Air
19/09/2022 21:15
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Operated by Malta Air
FR 4527
BRUXELLES CHARLEROI
21:25 | 21:25
19/09/2022 21:25
Estimate: 19/09/2022 21:25
W6 3752
CRAIOVA
21:30 | 21:30
19/09/2022 21:30
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FR 8846
MARRAKECH
21:35 | 21:35
19/09/2022 21:35
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FR 6366
BARCELONA EL PRAT
21:40 | 21:40
19/09/2022 21:40
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W6 3870
TIRANA
21:45 | 21:45
19/09/2022 21:45
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FR 3164
BUDAPEST
21:55 | 21:55
Operated by BUZZ
19/09/2022 21:55
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Operated by BUZZ
FR 7324
MALTA
22:05 | 22:05
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19/09/2022 22:05
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FR 6451
PALERMO
22:05 | 22:05
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19/09/2022 22:05
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FR 6876
KRAKOW
22:10 | 22:10
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19/09/2022 22:10
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Operated by BUZZ
FR 3219
MANCHESTER
22:45 | 22:45
19/09/2022 22:45
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FR 3898
VARSAVIA MODLIN
22:50 | 22:50
Operated by BUZZ
19/09/2022 22:50
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Operated by BUZZ
AP 701
DAKAR
23:15 | 23:15
19/09/2022 23:15
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W2 6171
DAKAR
23:15 | 23:15
19/09/2022 23:15
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3O 454
CASABLANCA
01:35 | 01:35
20/09/2022 01:35
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3O 456
CASABLANCA
03:35 | 03:35
20/09/2022 03:35
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FR 2261
CATANIA
05:55 | 05:55
20/09/2022 05:55
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Weather in Lanzarote in April 2023 (Canary Islands, Spain).
EXACTLY! Weather forecast in April from the Hydrometeorological Center, Gismeteo Lansarota
Weather Calendar
04.04.2023 (SB)
Calculation of the last 5 years.
Night: +13°C
Day: +15°C
04/02/2023(Sun)
Calculation based on trends of the last 5 years.
Night: +16°C
Day: +20°C
04/03/2023(Mon)
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Night: +11°C
Day: +19°C
04/04/2023(Tue)
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Night: +16 °С
Day: +17 °С
04/05/2023(Wed)
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Night: +14°C
Day: +15°C
04/06/2023(Thu)
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Night: +18°C
Day: +19°C
04/07/2023(Fri)
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Night: +17°C
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04/08/2023(Sat)
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Night: +22°C
Day: +24°C
04/09/2023(Sun)
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Night: +15°C
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10.04.2023(Mon)
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Night: +18°C
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11.04.2023(Tue)
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Night: +14°C
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12.04.2023(Wed)
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Night: +19°C
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13.04.2023(Thu)
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Night: +15°C
Day: +17°C
14.04.2023(Fri)
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Night: +16°C
Day: +21°C
15.04.2023(Sat)
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Night: +14°C
Day: +19°C
16.04.2023(Sun)
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Night: +21°C
Day: +23°C
17.04.2023(Mon)
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Night: +16°C
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18.04.2023(Tue)
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Night: +15°C
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19.04.2023(Wed)
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Night: +12°C
Day: +17°C
20.04.2023(Thu)
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Night: +16°C
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21.04.2023(Fri)
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22.04.2023(Sat)
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23.04.2023(Sun)
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24.04.2023(Mon)
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Night: +14°C
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25.04.2023(Tue)
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26.04.2023(Wed)
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Night: +15°C
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27.04.2023(Thu)
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28.04.2023(Fri)
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29.04.2023(Sat)
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Weather in Spain in April / Sea temperature / Weather map
Author Admin Reading 13 min Views 140 Published 04.10.2019
Updated 03/03/2020
Contents
Air temperature and precipitation in Spain in April
Weather
Air temperature
Water temperature
April air and water temperature
What to do in Spain in April?
Cultural tourism
Gastronomic tourism
Extreme tourism
Event tourism
Visit to Barcelona
Where to go in Spain?
What is worth seeing in Madrid?
Weather in Spain in April
Features of the regions
Spanish April – the beginning of the beach season
What the country has to offer
Temperature and precipitation in Spain in April
6
7. 7°C
12.9°C
18.2°C
45 mm
7
Alicante
10.9°C
16.1°C
21.3°C
27 mm
3.7
Balearic Islands
11.7°C
15.5°C
19.2°C
39 mm
5
Barcelona
12.5°C
15.8°C
19.1°C
47.7 mm
7.9
Benidorm
11.7°C
16.6°C
21.5°C
23.9 mm
3
Bilbao
7.6°C
12.6°C
17.6°C
107 mm
13
Valencia
11.5°C
16.2°C
20.8°C
38 mm
5
Gran Canaria
16.2°C
19.4°C
22.6°C
6 mm
1
Granada
6.8°C
13. 1°C
19.5°C
37 mm
6.3
Girona
6.2°C
12.5°C
18.8°C
67 mm
7
Ibiza (Ibiza)
11.4°C
15.6°C
19.7°C
31 mm
4
Cadiz
13.7°C
16.8°C
19.9°C
Canary Islands
16.2°C
19.4°C
22.6°C
6 mm
1
Lanzarote
15.7°C
19.6°C
23.5°C
Mallorca
11.7°C
15.5°C
19.2°C
39 mm
5
Malaga
11.1°C
16.3°C
21.4°C
44 mm
5
Palma
11.7°C
15.5°C
19.2°C
39 mm
5
Reus
8. 6°C
13.8°C
19°C
37 mm
5
Salou
11.1°C
15.1°C
19.1°C
40 mm
6
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
16.5°C
19.7°C
22.7°C
Zaragoza
7.9°С
13.8°C
19.6°C
39 mm
6
Seville
11.1°C
17.3°C
23.4°C
54 mm
6.1
Tarragona
12.2°C
15.9°C
19.5°C
38.2 mm
5.8
Tenerife
16.5°C
19.7°C
22.7°C
Toledo
7.2°C
13.5°C
19.9°C
39 mm
6
Weather
Air temperature
Costa Brava +15. .+19 (20 sunny days, 3 rainy)
Barcelona +15..+20 (20, 4)
Ibiza +18..+21 (23, 3)
Mallorca +16..+21 (22, 3)
Valencia +17..+22 (22, 3)
Malaga +17..+24 (26, 2)
Water temperature
Costa Brava +13..+15
Barcelona +14..+16
Ibiza +15..+16
Mallorca +15..+17
Valencia +14..+16
Malaga +14..+16
April is considered a tasty morsel for those who love sightseeing tourism. Therefore, many tourists prefer the Spanish coast rich in sights or Madrid to the Cote d’Azur. In April, the coast and the Balearic Islands have typical spring weather. The main difference between the Spanish spring and the usual one for our eyes is the sun, which creates a pleasant atmosphere for walks and excursions. In April in Spain, on average, there are only 3-4 frankly rainy days, which for the most part occur in the first half of the month.
But swimming in the middle of spring is out of the question even in the very south of the country, where the water is usually 1-2 degrees warmer than in the coastal waters of the Costa Brava. In general, swimming is rather problematic in April, as there are not so many hotels with a large territory where an indoor pool could be placed, and many hotels do not hold outdoor pools during the low beach season. And will you have time to swim if you are going on a sightseeing vacation?
April air and water temperature
Despite its small size, Spain is a country where the weather depends on the region. On the coast of the Iberian Peninsula, a mild Mediterranean climate prevails. The sea is a kind of shield from bad weather – it never freezes. In April, the water temperature in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Malaga reaches + 16 + 17 ° С: there are tourists swimming at this time too!
The weather in Spain in April in the south of the country, on the Canary Islands is milder: the temperature reaches +21°C. The Pyrenees are cooler. During the day the air warms up to +15°С, at night it cools down to +8°С. The amount of rainfall at the beginning of the month gradually decreases towards May, when the air in Madrid and Barcelona is already so hot that older Spaniards take out their umbrellas . .. from the sun!
If you are going to Ibiza, bring not only a bathing suit, but also a warm jumper. You will need it after you go ashore, having bathed in cool (about +16°С) water.
What to do in Spain in April?
Cultural tourism
Spain is famous for its impressive number of unique excursion objects.
In April, ideal weather and climatic conditions reign here for large-scale excursion routes to numerous most valuable places.
This includes the architectural heritage of the country (the majestic Alhambra ensemble with palaces and towers of the period of the Muslim dynasty, one of the most spectacular temples in the world – Sagrada Familia, the Royal Palace and many other places of worship, palaces, fortresses, squares and quarters)
As well as famous museums (exhibition halls of fine art Prado, one of the largest aquariums in the world in Barcelona, the city of art and science in Valencia)
Natural attractions in the form of picturesque and unique national parks and botanical gardens, beaches, caves, mountain peaks and observation areas, from where breathtaking panoramas open.
Gastronomic tourism
In April, guests of Spain should definitely visit all kinds of fashionable quarters and “shop villages” of the country, as well as try national cuisine.
The menu of restaurants in Spain offers guests the world-famous seafood pilaf – Paella, dry-cured pork, called Jamon. As well as amazing Catalan white wines and sangria.
El Bulli in the province of Roses is considered the best restaurant in the world!
Extreme tourism
Thrill-seekers Spain invites you to spend unforgettable days at the country’s ski resorts, some of which operate until mid-April.
For example, the slopes of Catalonia – Baqueira Beret, where you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding and go on a sightseeing tour by cable car.
Event tourism
In Spain, in April, there are many national holidays and events that attract guests from all over the world with their colorfulness and wide scope.
For example, magnificent celebrations in honor of the Main Day of Holy Week, the spring flower carnivals of Bando de la Huerta in Murcia, the traditional April fair in Seville.
Also in Spain there is a record number of entertainment venues, bars and nightclubs among European countries
Visit to Barcelona
As a rule, acquaintance with Barcelona for the “April” tourist takes place as part of a general, familiarization tour of the country. The exceptions are “savages” and people who come here for a specific purpose: to friends, relatives, business partners. At the same time, each of the visitors to the city definitely goes to the Sagrada Familia – a fantastic building in its beauty in the Art Nouveau and Neo-Gothic styles. From the outside, the temple looks more like a castle from a fantasy movie: the only thing missing is the dragons circling above the soaring spiers.
Barcelona is a real world of sculptures. You don’t have to buy tickets to museums: still join the Spanish culture! The beauty of a naked body in marble and granite awaits you in the parks and alleys of the city. Among the museums you will like the Maritime and CosmoCaixa (museum of space and stars). Football fans will not pass by the doors to the FC Barcelona museum.
Where to go in Spain?
The second largest (after France) European country, perhaps, far surpasses its neighbor in popularity. Tours in Spain offer various directions – thematic, historical, mountain routes, resort, youth, family.
Prices for tours in spring are 20-30% lower than in the “High” summer season. Tours to Madrid and Barcelona are chosen by older couples and novice travelers. Bullfighting fans gather here – a spectacle, of course, unique, but sometimes amazing in its cruelty.
History buffs go to the main cities of the country – admirers of architectural monuments. Unlike “organized” tourists who know exactly what excursions await them during a week or two spent in Spain, “savages” have a lot of advantages. They choose the route and transport themselves. Experienced travelers rent a car for this (if they themselves did not come in their own car) or even a bicycle.
In April, the weather is still cool throughout the country, so the resorts of the country (Malaga, Mallorca, Canary Islands, Tenerife) are not as popular in spring as in June-August. Among the most interesting places recommended by the “pilgrims” who have been here, Madrid, Barcelona, Toledo, Seville are in the lead.
What is worth seeing in Madrid?
After sightseeing tours around the capital, visiting Catholic churches, churches, monuments to celebrities, young people can “break away” in Madrid clubs. Disco Gabana (in the Salamanca area) is one of the most grandiose. “Pacha” – a popular metropolitan disco – not just “dancing until you drop”, but also thematic events, contests, DJ performances.
Gran Via is famous for the strip clubs Chelsea Cabaret, Art boys and New Girls Cabaret. For lovers of refined leisure and “national” flamenco spectacles, Villa Rosa and Corral de Moreria are the best choice.
Flamenco shows are held in restaurants and on the streets of Madrid, but here you will feel the real atmosphere of the “Heart of Spain”. On the 20th of April, the Feast of the Moors and Christians takes place. Theatrical battles of “Christians” and “Moors” are unfolding on the streets, continuing from April 21 to 25.
Romantics who come here in the spring will also be in for a surprise: the Spaniards celebrate San Jordi, St. George’s Day and All Lovers’ Day, on April 23rd!
Weather in Spain in April
The weather in Spain is varied due to the ambiguous topography. However, in any part of the country, the tourist season begins in April, the air warms up to + 18-22 ° C, the amount of precipitation is rapidly declining, and the sea temperature is + 14-16 ° C.
Also at this time of the year, winds and very cool nights are possible here, because the thermometer after sunset drops to + 8-11 ° C.
Features of regions
April in Spain is characterized by rapid warming in all regions into which the country can be conditionally divided according to weather indicators. The country is divided into three climatic zones.
North and northeast of the country
The region of Northern and Northeastern Spain includes such destinations as Galicia, Asturias, Navarre, the Basque Country, Aragon, Catalonia. The influence of the Atlantic Ocean reigns here, the mountainous relief and the diversity of the plant world prevail.
In April, the air here is based on the mark of +13°C at the beginning of the month, and up to +19°C in its second half, there are also a lot of rainfall and cloudy days, and increased humidity.
Weather conditions in this spring month do not favor a beach holiday, because the water on the coasts warms up to only +12-15°C
For a trip to this part of the country in April, you need to stock up on warm clothes and umbrellas.
Similar temperature conditions persist in the northeast of Spain, which includes the Costa Brava and Costa Dorada, where precipitation is drizzling and less prolonged.
Southern and southeastern coastal zone
The southern and southeastern regions of Spain include Andalusia, Murcia, Extremadura.
The Mediterranean climate prevails here. In April, this region has less rainfall and much more sunny days than in other areas of the state, and the average air temperature reaches +21-22°C.
Sea water is not distinguished by high rates and stops at a maximum mark of + 16-17 ° C
Central region of Spain
The list of zones located in the central region includes Castile-La Mancha, Madrid.
The central plateau has a sharply continental climate.
April here is characterized by temperatures up to +18°C, an impressive number of rainy, but not cloudy days.
Canary Islands
Spain also includes the Canary Islands. Due to the close proximity of the archipelago to Africa and the Sahara Desert, the weather here is warmer, and the climate equates to tropical.
However, the influence of the cold Canary Current and the presence of mountain ranges on the islands prevent the real desert heat from settling in here.
Therefore, the balance of weather conditions in the Canary Islands is considered very favorable. During the day in April, the air heats up to + 23°C, and the water warms up to + 19°C, precipitation, wind and noticeable cloudiness are practically excluded.
Tenerife
In April in the Tenerife region, real spring warmth is steadily established, soft sunbeams envelop everything around, and cloudy, windy and rainy days are noticeably reduced to 4-6 days throughout the month. During the day, the thermometer here rises to + 23-24 ° C. However, the water temperature on the coasts is relatively low and varies between +19°C
Mallorca
In April, on this Spanish island, spring gradually comes into its own, bringing with it more sunny days and temperatures up to +17-19°C. The water warms up to only + 14-15 ° C, and precipitation is still a very common occurrence. Also, guests of Mallorca should prepare for very cool evenings. After sunset, the temperature on the island will drop to +10 °C
Spanish April – the beginning of the beach season
To be honest, the Spanish beach season in April starts rather timidly. The start is marked by the locals, they are the first to go to the beaches. Tourists are pulling up closer to the middle of the month. I did the same, having managed to catch some hotel discounts (15%).
By the weather in April it is possible to immediately tell that the Spanish coast is slowly coming to its senses from hibernation. The air is warmed up quite well – stably +20 (in some places +24), at night it is not very cool anymore – +14. Daylight hours have increased to 14 hours! But the precipitation and wind still bear the tint of winter and are plentiful. However, they will sharply decline in early May.
The Spaniards themselves begin to sunbathe on the beaches from the middle of spring, however, it is still cold to swim – the water temperature of +15 is not comfortable.
In this voyage, I focused on clothes that cover parts of the body more:
long-sleeve T-shirts;
light trousers;
lightweight running shoes.
In the middle of spring, it is preferable for domestic tourists to occupy not very popular beaches – they are the same along the entire coast, they attract with an informal atmosphere and not crowded.
The only drawback is the lack of appropriate infrastructure (small number of catering points) and the relative remoteness from the city center. And the rest (like a carbon copy):
cleanliness of the coastline;
nice fine sand;
rare steep banks have natural green vegetation.
Regarding April: there are no vacationers on the beaches (excluding local ones).
If you really want to swim, I’ll give you free advice: the waters of mainland Spain are much colder than its island possessions. For those who are especially impatient, there is an opportunity to fly to the Spanish possessions in Tenerife – the local water is 100% warmer, because Africa and the Gulf Stream are nearby.
What the country has to offer
In April, flowering is in full swing, the evenings become almost summer-like warm. The average temperature in the April day in the country is kept at around 20 degrees, at night it can drop to 10 degrees Celsius. In the Canary Islands, the air temperature is usually 2-3 degrees higher than the average temperature for the country. The water temperature in April in Spain is still not too high – 16-17 degrees, but the most daring tourists are already ready to open the swimming season.
The first tourists come here to rest in early spring. In April, the number of incoming guests increases sharply, but it is still far from the summer scale. So, it’s safe to say that April is one of the best months of the year to visit Spain.
Holidays in Spain can be very diverse – it all depends on the tastes and preferences of tourists. It can be a family or youth vacation, children’s language or health camps, sightseeing or combined tours. In April, the season of wedding and romantic tours traditionally begins. At this wonderful time of the year, almost any resort in Spain is suitable for a romantic getaway – the beaches are still half empty, and there is a quiet and peaceful atmosphere around, which is the best suited for lovers.
Walking the streets of Madrid, Valencia or Barcelona is a pleasure. The balconies of the houses are decorated with delightfully bright decorative flowers. And for sightseeing, April is one of the best months, because the peak season has not yet arrived, and there is a huge number of offers to choose from. In addition, April is rich in holidays. The most significant of them is, of course, the Catholic Easter. But St. George’s Day is a real miracle. This holiday is an analogue of Valentine’s Day, and is celebrated on a grand scale – in Barcelona on this day, the streets are literally strewn with roses. When it gets dark, exciting costumed dragon fights take place.
Holidays on the wonderful sea coast and various excursions – this is not all that Spain can offer its guests in April. A real gift for the whole family can be a visit to one of the country’s thermal spas. One of the best, Marina d’Or, is located 45 minutes from Valencia and offers both healing and wellness programs. After the winter cold, women visiting Marina d’Or will be able to pamper themselves with cleansing and weight loss programs, as well as anti-cellulite and anti-stress programs. It offers a variety of fragrant pools – with the scent of mandarin, apple, lemon or peach.
Holidays in the Canary Islands in April. How does the weather look like in April in Canary Islands? Air and water temperature
Gran Canaria is considered to be the pearl of the islands. Our trip took place in mid-April – the height of spring, when it is already warm like in summer.) The water is invigorating, but this is the ocean, which, in principle, does not warm up more than 21-22 degrees. Luckily, the hotel had a heated pool, which helped a lot. There was almost always a slight breeze. In the early morning and evening, they put on light sweaters, comfortably sunbathed and swam during the day. The whole holiday without precipitation.)
My husband and I were vacationing in Maspalomas. The beach was very impressive with sand dunes – like desert dunes! Nudists like to relax here, they hide among them. ) If you want to take a walk along the beach, keep in mind that the city is followed by a nudist one, the entrance is patrolled by a policeman. The city itself is large, there is where to walk, what to see, entertainment for every taste and budget. The tourist season is not yet high, so prices are affordable.
We rented a car. For 10 days we traveled around all the sights! We didn’t take any excursions. On the road crossing the central part, we found the crater of a volcano that was active millions of years ago, climbed to the top of the mountain in a protected forest park, admired the winding mountain rivers. We also met several small but colorful towns. Most impressed:
Telde;
Arucas;
Agaete.
Each of them has a so-called old city that deserves your attention.
The western part is very different from the eastern part. The west is much more colorful, the road leads along a high cliff, the views from the observation decks are breathtaking! In the east is the capital – Las Palmas, on the way to which there is nothing interesting, only the autobahn. The city itself is worthy, with an abundance of narrow shopping streets, chic cathedrals, cozy small parks. They dedicated a whole day to it.
The Canary Islands are beautiful in their own way in April. Every year at this time of the year, tourists from all over the world flock here and for good reason, because in April you can not only have a great rest, but also save money.
Weather in the Canary Islands in April
In April, the Canary Islands are in real spring, there are no long rains here this time of year, and the ocean is less stormy. In early April, precipitation is likely, but the rain will not last long, except to slightly moisten the ground.
This is a great time for swimming, it is also safe to sunbathe and get a nice tan.
The water is warmed up to 22 ºС in some places, so, after all, especially if you have a company of small children on vacation, it’s good if the hotel has a heated pool.
During the day in the south of Tenerife around +26 ºС, even warmer in Gran Canaria.
In April, all winter-weary people can enjoy greenery and tranquility in the Canary Islands.
The sirocco wind, which brings sand and considerable heat from the Sahara Desert, can cause some trouble. At such a moment, usually at the end of April, a special natural phenomenon called Kalima sets in.
But the weather in April changes quickly, so due to elevation changes it can vary quite significantly in different parts of the Canary Islands.
By the way, weather troubles are much less common in resort villages than in other parts of the islands.
WEATHER IN THE CANARY ISLANDS IN APRIL 2014
Water temperature
Temperature
What to do in the Canary Islands
Take part in festive events
There are still few holidays at this time of the year, the locals are still resting, gaining strength before the holiday season. But still a couple of holidays can be visited. For example, the week following April 4th is the time for the celebration of Saint Vicente de Ferrer. This event takes place in the municipality of Garafia. Then, on April 27, the municipality of Tazacorte celebrates religious holidays in honor of Our Lady of Montserrat.
Visit cathedrals
In April, as a rule, Catholic Easter is celebrated, it happens beautifully, magnificently, with religious processions, interesting masses, folk festivals, orchestra performances and open-air theatrical performances. It is impossible not to mention such a bright April holiday as Aboriginal Day in Gran Canaria, during which folklore groups perform in many villages of the island.
Prices for holidays in the Canary Islands in April
Until now, many believe that relaxing in the Canary Islands is something prohibitively expensive and luxurious, and only oligarchs can afford it. This is an old myth and nothing more. After all, in fact, prices in the Canary Islands are much lower than in general in Spain. This applies not only to hotels, but also to shops and restaurants. And if you know what time is more profitable to go, you can save a lot. April is a win-win: there are still few tourists, prices are at a fairly low level, and the weather already allows you to enjoy your vacation.
The British and Germans fly to the Canary Islands for 100 euros, and this is the price for round-trip tickets, for Europeans only Tunisia and Egypt are cheaper than the Canary Islands. For Russian travelers, air travel, of course, is more expensive. Although here you can save money if you catch yourself in time and buy a hot air ticket directly from the operator. Sometimes the discounts reach the point that there are offers to buy 1 ticket for the price of 2. In addition, you can save money if you fly with a transfer in Madrid. To do this, you need to buy a cheap ticket to Madrid, and from there it costs 100 euros to get to Tenerife and other islands.
If you follow the special offers of Canarian hotels, you can reduce your expenses by another 20-30%. The main thing is to plan your vacation in advance and not fly on holidays, such as Easter, since it is on these days that the prices for housing in hotels or private apartments are the highest. In general, according to experts, the most minimal prices for the rest of all tourists are expected in April and May.
At this time of the year you can expect 25 mm of atmospheric precipitation during the whole month in Canary Islands.
Brief description of weather conditions in Canary Islands in April 2020
When you travel to Canary Islands in April you can expect:
Sometimes rain, sometimes thunderstorm.
Average daily temperatures range between 22℃ and 26℃.
Look at the UV index, which is (6) in April and take the appropriate precautions:
Wear sun protection clothing and use SPF 30+ sunscreen
Wear a hat and sunglasses, and reduce sun exposure to three hours
Usually the third week is the hottest in April.
Canary Islands in April experiences warm days with heavily overcast sky.
Usually the temperature fluctuates around 23℃ and the wind is a favorable breeze.
What time does the sun set in April in Canary Islands?
Best time for vacation in Canary Islands 2020. Check the monthly temperature in April:
This graph shows the actual saved data for the last 10 years. Basically, you can compare temperatures. This is important when deciding when to go on vacation. April is one of the best months of the year in terms of weather in the Canary Islands. If the weather is your main indicator of when to travel, April would be a great time to travel. This is a great time to walk around the area and see the main sights.
Relative humidity levels typically range from 20 (little or no discomfort) to 22 (little or no discomfort) above a typical April.
The dew point is often one of the best indicators of how comfortable the weather conditions are for a traveler. When you travel to Canary Islands keep in mind that lower dew points feel more dry and higher dew points feel more humid.
During a typical April, the dew point is around 12 (very comfortable).
Length of day and hours of sunshine
During a typical April, the length of the day gradually approaches growing by about 46 minutes.
The shortest day is Tuesday – April 1st and offers 12 hours 26 minutes of daylight, sunrise at 07:58 and sunset at 20:24.
The longest day is Wednesday – April 30, from 13 hours 12 minutes of daylight, sunrise at 07:28 and sunset at 20:41.
For every traveler, the number of hours of sunshine is important. This month, the average day lasts 13 hours.
With the advent of April, the warmth and the sun are even stronger and stronger. Sunny days are getting longer, and air and ocean temperatures are rising. However, this does not make the weather in the Canary Islands hot, and the sun annoying.
The local weather in April will be happy to please the guests who have come here, who are already yearning for the sun, warmth and spring colors. Warm water in the ocean will provide all tourists with the opportunity to refresh themselves, and the bright spring sun will generously share a bronze tan.
The air temperature on all the islands stays within the high spring limits, but still it is cooler on some islands, warmer on others. On average, daily temperature fluctuates between +20…+24 degrees. Night temperatures are within +14…+18 degrees. The water temperature in the ocean is +18…+21 degrees.
The weather in the Canary Islands in April is also characterized by an almost complete absence of precipitation, and lengthening sunny days. Which, of course, will please everyone who is not indifferent to the sun, the sun, which is still very few in the middle of spring. Such weather will be an excellent way out for those who are tired of waiting for spring, which for some reason is in no hurry to come to the northern latitudes.
This is one of the most delightful corners of our blue-eyed planet! The Canary Islands are the pearl of the Castilian crown in the past and the pride of modern Spain. A paradise for tourists, where the gentle sun always shines, and the sea (that is, it calls to plunge into transparent waves. It is not for nothing that tourists from all over the world dream of coming here, at least for a short time. After all, the Canary Islands are beautiful at any time of the year (the weather is almost
Canary Islands: composition
The islands, lost in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean, are of volcanic origin. But nevertheless, they amaze with their unique beauty and unique climate, recognized as the best on Earth. The archipelago consists of thirteen islands of different sizes. The main seven: Gran Canaria, Gomera, Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Hierro, La Palma and Lanzarote. Six more islets are small patches of land with peculiar landscapes. These are Graciosa, Roque del Este, Alegranza, Lobos, Montagna Clara, Roque del Oeste.
Toponymy of the islands
The first names of the Canaries reflected the attitude of people to this divine place. Greek and Roman manuscripts, compiled by the greatest minds of the time, called them the Happy Isles, the Garden of the Hesperides, Atlantis. At that time, the Guanches tribes lived here – tall white-skinned people, whose small settlements hid in caves and rocky shores. The inhabitants of the round houses fiercely resisted the Spanish colonizers in 1496.
Virtual trip (Lancerot, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria)
Let’s make a virtual trip and visit the Canary Islands, the weather by months will be discussed by us later. So, the first on the way is the island of Lanzarote, whose landscape resembles the surface of the moon and space panoramas. It is worth visiting if only to realize how rich the fantasy of nature is.
Fuerteventura attracts with the longest coastline and proximity to Africa. Perhaps that is why it is so reminiscent with its heat and golden dunes. Gran Canaria, like a small continent, has collected on its territory vegetation characteristic of both Europe and the Americas. In the central part of the island, granite mountains rise for two kilometers, cut by deep ravines and gorges.
Features Tenerife
Next, we invite you to visit Tenerife (Canary Islands). The weather here is always wonderful, for which the area is called the island of eternal spring. It is the largest in the archipelago and the most famous. It is notable for its majestic mountain range, black sands on the beaches and a giant extinct volcano. Cañadas del Teide has a height of two thousand meters, and the diameter of the crater is 20 kilometers. It is surrounded by a national park.
Gomera, La Palma and Hierro
Gomera is a mountainous and impregnable island. Steep precipitous coasts contrast sharply with the ocean surface. In the center, an emerald tent spread the Garajonay National Park. Hierro is a small, little-studied piece of land. But it is here that tourists rush who crave a relaxing holiday away from the hustle and bustle. Luxurious tropical nature and a bay of indescribable beauty open to the eye from the top of Malpaso, which rises in the middle. The last island is La Palma, which has very steep coasts, amazing mountain ranges and lush vegetation.
The climate of the archipelago
More and more tourists choose as a place Weather by months presented in this article will help you choose the best time for travel. The climate here is moderately hot, and the air temperature stays around twenty degrees Celsius all year round. A little colder only high in the mountains on Palma and Tenerife. Winters are warm and mild, summers are not hot, and precipitation is moderate. As a resort, the Canaries are attractive all year round.
It should be noted that the weather conditions on individual islands vary in the north and south. Take the Canary Islands for example. The weather in the north is more comfortable, there is more greenery and rainfall. The southern part is characterized by sunny dry days. The explanation for this is simple: clouds that carry moisture are heavy, so they cannot overcome obstacles in the form of high mountain peaks. So they shed rains mainly in the north. On the highest peaks of the archipelago, even in summer, despite the high air temperature, you can see a snow cap.
Water temperature
The Canary Islands will always allow their guests to swim. Weather by months (air and water) is predicted by specialists on the eve of the tourist season. They compile special tables that help you choose the best time for vacation.
The temperature of the water off the coast of the Canary Islands varies. For example, the southern and southwestern coasts of Hierro, Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Homer and Palma warm up better, so the sea here is always several degrees warmer than in the north and northeast. These parts of the land are cooled by the Canary Current and the trade winds. You can pay attention to this circumstance: the closer the island is to the shores of the Black Continent, the warmer the water in the ocean.
Canary Islands in winter
Winter in these places bears little resemblance to the snow season. In December, tourists like to come here to celebrate the New Year and Christmas in an unusual setting. Indeed, your favorite holidays can be spent not for snowballs and snowman modeling, but on the beach. At this time, you can swim (the water warms up to +21°C) and sunbathe. During the day the thermometer shows +23, and at night – +19. But if you are going to go high into the mountains, then you should definitely grab warm clothes. It is much colder there, in addition, there is snow on some slopes.
January continues the festive baton started in December. The bright Canarian sun generously endows tourists with a chocolate tan and warmth, which the inhabitants of the northern hemisphere miss. There is snow in the mountains of the archipelago, which will remind you that winter reigns in the yard. Therefore, when traveling, you should take warm sweaters, jackets and shoes. The water temperature in the sea is kept at around + 20 ° C, during the day the air warms up to +23, and at night it only cools down to +18.
Winter is a great time to visit the Canary Islands. The weather in February is comfortable, making a sharp contrast with the Russian latitudes, where blizzards, snowdrifts and twenty degrees of frost reign. On the Spanish island territory, you can take a deep breath of fresh air, sunbathe (during the day the temperature rises to +23 ° C), take a walk along the coast in the evening (at night the thermometer shows + 18 ° C). The water in the Atlantic Ocean, of course, is not the same as fresh milk, but + 20 ° C is also not bad.
An archipelago of paradise in spring
March is a good reason to visit the Canary Islands with your half. Every lady will be delighted with such a gift for International Women’s Day. In this month, as in all others, the sun does not skimp on the heat. Snowy peaks mostly get rid of the snow cap. But it is still cool in the mountainous regions of the archipelago, so experienced travelers are advised to stock up on warm clothes. The ocean beckons with transparent waves warmed up to +20°C. The air temperature during the day is +24, at night – +19.
The Canary Islands come alive and transform in spring. The weather in April is still wonderful. But tourists flock here for another reason. Airlines start the season of discounts, so the ticket is very cheap. Gorgeous beaches are filled with vacationers, because the temperature rises by several degrees. And what kind of atmosphere awaits those who have visited the Canary Islands? The weather in April is fresh and clean air mixed with the scent of flowers and a salty breeze. It is +25°C during the day and +20 at night. So pack your bags and hit the road!
The end of spring is the perfect time to visit the Canary Islands. The weather here in May is unusual. It may seem to the guests of the archipelago that the famous were created just to visit this piece of paradise. The purest air is filled with the intoxicating aroma of herbs and flowers and the salty taste of the sea. There is no sweltering heat: during the day the thermometer shows + 26 ° C, at night – +22. The water in the ocean warms up to +21.
Summer in the Canary Islands
This is the time for measured and calm rest. That is why people who crave a serene pastime choose the Canary Islands. The weather in June will give you the opportunity to get a fashionable bronze tan on the fashionable beaches with white and black sand. After all, the temperature here during the day reaches +28°C, and at night it drops only to +22. It is interesting that when coming here, you can not use burn creams – the sun is not dangerous here and does not burn at all. Turquoise waves of the ocean warm up to +23°C.
The weather in the Canary Islands is quite hot in July. But still it is comfortable and pleasant. Even Fuerteventura – an island that is very close to the African Sahara – will not tire you with the desert climate. Its dunes and dunes, formed due to the hot wind from the Black Continent, are cooled by the underwater currents of the ocean. The water still warms up to +23°C, during the day the air temperature is +29°C, at night – +24.
The peak of the holiday season, which lasts all year round, falls on the end of summer. This is the hottest time to visit the Canary Islands. The weather in August, despite the high air temperatures (+31°C during the day, +25°C at night), remains comfortable. This archipelago compares favorably with the currently arid Turkey, Greece and other southern states. The Atlantic Ocean warms up to + 24 ° C off the coast.
Golden autumn
The beginning of autumn is no reason to ignore the Canary Islands. The weather in September differs little from summer or spring, except for a change in temperature. The thermometer drops to +27°C during the day and +22°C at night. Water warms up to +23°C. It gets colder towards the end of the month, but it will still be enough for a tourist to take light clothes with him: T-shirts, shorts, skirts.
October will delight you with warm sun and really summer days. Indeed, at the height of the Canarian autumn, the temperature during the day is + 26 ° C, and at night – + 21 ° C. The water is still suitable for swimming (+ 24°C).
Tourists come to the Canary Islands in November, because it is still warm and sunny here, and the temperature drops only a few degrees (+24°C during the day, +20°C at night). Ocean waves warm up to + 23°C, so you can swim, scuba dive, do water sports and have fun to the fullest.
Attractions of the islands
Visiting the Canary archipelago, you can not worry about the cultural and entertainment program. In addition to lazy lying on the sea coast, there is an opportunity to go on exciting excursions and boat trips, scuba dive and visit the mountains, learn the history of the islands from the architectural masterpieces of the past. Natural wonders in the form of national parks, reserves, picturesque gorges and small canyons will not leave anyone indifferent. Be sure to visit the cliffs of the Giants and the mountains of Anaga, Hell’s Gorge and Teide Park, Loro Park and Timanfaya. The pyramids in Guimard, the water park, the El Diablo restaurant on a sleeping volcano, the Cactus Garden are also worthy of your attention.
Visit the Canary Islands, treat yourself to a real fairy tale!
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Spain in April – rest and weather. Spain in April
Traditionally, summer is considered the best time for a holiday. This statement is completely refuted by tourists who visited Spain in the spring. Having returned from tours, having not yet squandered the enthusiasm accumulated during the tour through the country of bullfights and fearless matadors, they are happy to share their impressions of the trip in social networks and forums. Sometimes tourist reviews become the best guide for potential travelers who have gathered to find out what it is – Spain in April. This amazing country, which gave the world Cervantes, Antonio Banderas, Salvador Dali, Diego Velasquez, Pablo Picasso and Penelope Cruz, thousands of brilliant people, meets every hour new visitors.
April air and water temperature
Despite its small size, it is a country where the weather depends on the region. On the coast of the Iberian Peninsula, a mild Mediterranean climate prevails. The sea is a kind of shield from bad weather – it never freezes. In April, the water temperature in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Malaga reaches + 16 + 17 ° С: there are tourists swimming at this time too!
The weather in Spain in April in the south of the country, on the Canary Islands is milder: the temperature reaches +21°C. The Pyrenees are cooler. During the day the air warms up to +15°С, at night it cools down to +8°С. The amount of rainfall at the beginning of the month gradually decreases towards May, when the air in Madrid and Barcelona is already so hot that older Spaniards take out their umbrellas . .. from the sun!
If you are going to Ibiza, bring not only a bathing suit, but also a warm jumper. You will need it after you go ashore, having bathed in cool (about +16°С) water.
The second largest (after France) European country, perhaps far surpasses its neighbor in popularity. Tours in Spain offer various directions – thematic, historical, mountain routes, resort, youth, family.
Prices for tours in spring are 20-30% lower than in the “High” summer season. Tours to Madrid and Barcelona are chosen by older couples and novice travelers. Bullfighting fans gather here – a spectacle, of course, unique, but sometimes amazing in its cruelty.
The main cities of the country are visited by history buffs – admirers of architectural monuments. Unlike “organized” tourists who know exactly what excursions await them during a week or two spent in Spain, “savages” have a lot of advantages. They choose the route and transport themselves. Experienced travelers rent a car for this (if they themselves did not come in their own car) or even a bicycle.
In April the weather is still cool throughout the country, so the country’s resorts (Malaga, Mallorca, Canary Islands, Tenerife) are not as popular in spring as they are in June-August. Among the most interesting places recommended by the “pilgrims” who have been here, Madrid, Barcelona, Toledo, Seville are in the lead.
What is worth seeing in Madrid?
After sightseeing tours around the capital, visiting Catholic churches, churches, monuments to celebrities, young people can “break away” in Madrid clubs. Disco Gabana (in the Salamanca area) is one of the most grandiose. “Pacha” – a popular metropolitan disco – not just “dancing until you drop”, but also thematic events, contests, DJ performances.
Gran Via is famous for the strip clubs Chelsea Cabaret, Art boys and New Girls Cabaret. For lovers of refined leisure and “national” flamenco spectacles, Villa Rosa and Corral de Moreria are the best choice.
Flamenco shows are held in restaurants and on the streets of Madrid, but here you will feel the real atmosphere of the “Heart of Spain”. On the 20th of April, the Feast of the Moors and Christians takes place. Theatrical battles of “Christians” and “Moors” are unfolding on the streets, continuing from April 21 to 25.
Romantics who come here in the spring will also be in for a surprise: the Spaniards celebrate San Jordi, St. George’s Day and All Lovers’ Day, on April 23!
Visit to Barcelona
As a rule, acquaintance with Barcelona for the “April” tourist takes place as part of a general familiarization tour around the country. The exceptions are “savages” and people who come here for a specific purpose: to friends, relatives, business partners. At the same time, each of the visitors to the city definitely goes to the Sagrada Familia – a fantastic building in its beauty in the Art Nouveau and Neo-Gothic styles. From the outside, the temple looks more like a castle from a fantasy movie: the only thing missing is the dragons circling above the soaring spiers.
Barcelona is a real world of sculptures. You don’t have to buy tickets to museums: still join the Spanish culture! The beauty of a naked body in marble and granite awaits you in the parks and alleys of the city. Among the museums you will like the Maritime and CosmoCaixa (museum of space and stars). Football fans will not pass by the doors to the FC Barcelona museum.
Spain is one of the most interesting tourist destinations, designed for a fascinating acquaintance with ancient sights, immersion in a unique atmosphere of cultural and active recreation. The weather in Spain in April will allow you to enjoy it to the fullest.
What is the weather like in April in Spain?
On the coast Spain, in such significant resorts as the Costa Brava, Salou, and the Costa Dorada, in early April the air temperature is + 17-18 degrees, but at the end of the month it becomes a little warmer on the coast. Sea water in this region is not yet suitable for swimming – it barely warms up to + 17-18 degrees.
At island resorts countries air and water temperature slightly different:
Ibiza – +18°C during the day, +18°C at night, water temperature +17°C;
Mallorca – +20°C during the day, +10°C at night, water temperature +17°C;
Menorca – +19°C during the day, +16°C at night, water temperature +19°C;
– day +25°C, night +16°C, water temperature +19°C.
In general, this weather is not suitable for a beach holiday, but it is optimal for walking along the beaches, as well as for exciting excursions around the country.
Weather conditions
Heavy rain and wind ended in Spain is still in, and in April, beautiful spring weather reigns throughout the country. In the daytime, the sun warms the air to a comfortable temperature, but without the very tiring heat that will be typical for the next month.
The most humid region is the north-eastern part of the country . Precipitation is observed here, which fall no more often than 7-9once a month. For this reason, many tourists flock to the south to relax where dry and clear weather prevails.
April vacation
When planning a trip to Spain in April, you should not worry about bad weather, and also that it will be boring during your trip. In every city there are a lot of places where you can have a good time, spending it on something interesting.
Pros and cons
The main advantage of the weather in April is absence wind and precipitation. During the daytime, it is so pleasant to be here that you can constantly alternate between beach holidays, gastronomic tours, shopping and sightseeing programs.
During this period, ferries from the mainland of Spain to the Canary and Balearic archipelago begin to run, which will allow tourists to reach the warmest resort in the country – Tenerife .
On especially sunny days, the water in the sea warms up so well that you can afford a beach holiday.
Separately, it is worth noting that low prices for vacation in April. Since the holiday season in the country opens only in May, tourists have the opportunity to book a hotel and tours at an attractive cost. At the same time, all the sights and museums of the country are open as usual, so this vacation promises to be eventful and interesting.
How to dress?
If during the daytime the air warms up so well that you can walk down the street at light clothing and comfortable shoes , and also take a swimsuit and sunglasses with you on a trip, it gets pretty chilly at night. In order not to freeze during the evening promenade, it is worth packing a light sweater or windbreaker in your suitcase.
Where to go?
If you want more warmth and pleasant sensations in April, then you should go to island resorts Spain – to any of, such as Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote. In this region, even in winter, there is resort weather, and in April the air warms up so well that you can devote your vacation to a beach holiday, as well as exploring various attractions.
What to do this month?
Regardless of the season, Spain and its many resorts, as well as the holiday feeling in every city, attract tourists from all over the world, giving them the opportunity to have a very pleasant holiday.
Beach holiday – is it possible to swim?
The coast of Spain is full of a wide variety of beaches designed for those who want to spend time on a budget, but with taste, sunbathing under the gentle rays of the sun, surrounded by the gentle waves of the Mediterranean Sea. The water temperature in April is not suitable for diving, but this does not stop tourists who decide to get spring tan .
For a beach holiday it is worth going to beaches of Tenerife :
Playa del Duque ;
Playa de las Vitas ;
El Bollullo ;
Playa Jardin ;
Playa del Medano .
In this region, the water temperature already at the beginning of the month warms up to +19 degrees, for this reason, some tourists decide on water procedures .
Excursions and activities
The most attractive for excursions in April – Madrid and Barcelona . In these ancient cities there is an incredible number of historical and cultural monuments, as well as the most modern facilities that have managed to earn the attention of tourists.
In Madrid, it is worth visiting the historic district, the Royal Palace and the Prado Museum, and in Barcelona – the heritage of the great Gaudí, as well as the Picasso Museum.
Holidays and festivals
Spain celebrates colorful holidays every month, and in April the main event in this country is Easter . During the week before and after the event, shows are organized everywhere, as well as street processions and parades.
By the end of the month – April 23 – Spain celebrates its own Valentine’s Day, which is called St. George’s Day .
It is celebrated especially colorfully in , when all the streets of the city are decorated with red rose petals, and theatrical shows are arranged at night.
Watch this video What is the weather like in April on the Spanish coast:
April in Spain precedes the start of the tourist and holiday season. Nature is actively changing, daylight hours are increasing significantly, and every day it is getting warmer. Find out on the Tour-Calendar what impressions the homeland of Carmen and Cervantes will reward its guests with at the “equator” of spring.
Weather in Spain in April
The variety of climatic zones, due to the heterogeneity of the presented landscapes and the impressive area of the country, gave rise to unequal weather conditions in its regions. Without going into too much detail, let’s say that the northern and northwestern regions always move away from the cold longer than others and receive much more precipitation. In the central regions it is a little warmer, but the rains are also regular guests there. The south and southeast most often delight with an abundance of sunny days, however, even there, until the end of May, one cannot part with an umbrella, although the need for it arises, of course, relatively less often. Be that as it may, April is universally characterized by an increase in heat, an increase in the number of hours of sunshine, a reduction in cloudy days and luxurious flowering of gardens. Even in the northern cities during the day it is quite possible to get by with light clothing. So, in La Coruña and Santiago de Compostela at noon, the thermometer fluctuates in the range of +15..+16°C, and at nightfall it drops to +8..+9°C, which implies the impossibility of ignoring warm clothing. Judging by the data provided by weather forecasters, Galicia is the wettest region. In the cities we mentioned, the number of “wet” days is at least 12-13. A little drier in the northeast, on the coasts of the Costa Brava and Costa Dorada: they are characterized only by drizzling rains.
Madrid
Barcelona
Malaga
Ibiza
Costa del Sol
Costa Brava
Costa Blanca
Salou
Costa Dorada
Majorca
Tenerife
In order to bask in the sun, this is not yet the best place: the daytime air temperature reaches only +17. .+19°C As for evening walks, they will take place at +10..+11°C. This is pretty good, but in conditions of rising winds, the perception of these indicators is somewhat distorted. In general, winds sometimes blow in almost the entire Spanish Mediterranean. Therefore, it would not be superfluous to have a jacket with a hood in stock. Those who are on their way to Barcelona should be prepared for the changeable nature of the local weather. The climatic norm for this city is +11..+19°C, but fluctuations in both directions are not ruled out. The Costa Blanca in April is more “friendly”: the average value from the absolute maximums in Alicante, Benidorm and Gandia is +21°C, from the absolute minimums – +11°C. If you move south, you will notice how the sky clears up, and the air is saturated with great warmth. So, in Murcia register +10..+22°C, and in Malaga, which occupies a central position on the Costa del Sol, you can count on +12..+21°C. At the same time, both there and there, the total number of days with precipitation does not exceed one week. The Costa del Almeria is a bit cooler, but these 200 km of Andalusia hold the record for the number of sunny days and are comparable only to the Canary Islands, where the summer mood is already in the air. In Gran Canaria, the meteorological forecast promises up to +25°C in the afternoon and at least +16°C in the evening; in Tenerife, the expected range of daily temperatures is +15..+22°C. It is quite cold in the capital at night – +6..+7°C, but closer to 12.00-13.00 the environment warms up to +18°C. Most of the month the sky is covered with clouds, and showers, as in the entire center, mark about 9days.
What to do in Spain in April?
April in Spain is almost the most ideal time to get acquainted with the cultural and historical heritage of the country. This is the beginning of a hot excursion season, so there is not yet a huge crowd on popular routes, which guarantees a more or less calm environment during sightseeing. The ski resorts are already empty, and the sea ones are gradually filled with the first vacationers. There is good news for fans of event tourism: the middle of spring is incredibly full of colorful festivals and large-scale celebrations.
Beach holidays
The chances of getting your “portion” of sun and having fun with water procedures increase for those who arrive in the Canary archipelago. This is a year-round destination, but in winter, its beach component is still a little “limp” due to frequent storms and frankly cool water. In April, the situation here changes: an increase in the level of insolation leads to the need to use sunscreen and wear dark glasses. And this is a sure sign that summer, and, therefore, the height of the beach season is just around the corner. As a rule, this month the temperature of the water in the Atlantic Ocean near the coast of Gran Canaria creeps up to +20°C, and in Tenerife it reaches +19°C (for short dips – just right, but for long swims it’s too early).
It is these two islands that gather the largest “audience”. By the way, schoolchildren start their holidays in April, so some Spaniards rush here with their entire families. When choosing a particular resort, try to avoid the northern regions, where clouds often gather in the sky. We recommend that surfers turn their attention to Lanzarotte, near the coast of which the “correct” waves are formed. Regarding the mainland resorts: we don’t want to upset you, but it’s not time to get swimsuits there. The maximum that the Mediterranean Sea can offer near the southern shores is +17..+18°C. True, no one forbids enjoying the fresh breeze, lying on a sun lounger and slowly sipping sangria. On the Costa Brava and the Balearic Islands, it will be much more difficult to realize this, not to mention wandering barefoot on the water: only +15°C is recorded here.
Entertainment and excursions
Spain in April is the perfect solution for those who love moderation in everything. This is the period when the weather is not too cold, but not hot, and the influx of foreigners has not reached its climax. The sun’s rays are very gentle and do not pose any danger to inquisitive travelers. At this time, almost all sightseeing trails are available, and many tourist attractions are switching to an extended, summer, operating mode. Madrid is very attractive in April, immersed in pink almond flowers. For a dense concentration of old buildings, head straight to the Historic District with century-old quarters and streets. Be sure to admire the decoration of the Royal Palace and look into the Prado Museum. Barcelona is also incredibly attractive in spring, where mimosa blooms en masse. Wrapped in a soft green “haze” Park Güell (from March 24 to 19October open until 21.30), the Sagrada Familia and other architectural wonders of Gaudí, the Gothic Quarter, the Picasso Museum, the Sabatini Gardens are just a small part of what is worth seeing.
You can also admire Spanish architecture in Gandia, which absorbed the cultural heritage of the Arab Caliphate. The Palace of the Dukes of Borgia, the Cathedral of St. Clara and the Church of St. Anna. Connoisseurs of natural splendor will not be able to pass by the unique geological masterpiece called Hell’s Abyss. They, as well as amateur photographers, will enjoy a trip to Tenerife, where the Orlov Park, Loro Parque and the Monkey Park await with wonderful animal performances.
A great idea would be to cruise on a yacht to contemplate the picturesque landscapes and watch the dolphins. Those who want to restore vitality prefer the thermal resort of Marina d “Or near Valencia.
Holidays and festivals
It’s no secret that a separate category of travelers comes to Spain not for the sake of gorgeous beaches and not even for excursions. Their main subject of interest in this country is – Celebrations celebrated in it.The April calendar of events is very colorful and varied.On the 23rd in Spain there are two holidays at once: the Day of the Book, coinciding with the date of death of the revered writer Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, and San Jordi – something like our St. Valentine’s Day.
The last one takes place in Barcelona on a special scale. On this day, costumed processions stretch along the streets strewn with rose petals, and after sunset dragon fights begin. On Easter week, this city invites you to witness a magnificent parade. By the way, Easter events in any region are fascinating in their own way.
Exactly 10 days after the Great Feast, Seville invites everyone to a grandiose fair with performances by artists, numerous tastings and bullfights. You can also see bullfights in Cordoba, Madrid and Rondo.
What are the prices for holidays in Spain in April?
Due to the moderate demand for the Spanish destination, April tours please with affordable prices, allowing you to save a significant amount of money. Discerning tourists will be able to stay in a first-class hotel at reduced rates.
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How to relax in Spain in April on your own
Have you chosen where to go in Spain in April? For a self-guided trip you need:
In April the weather is still far from perfect, but the sun is sure to come this month. It is too early for the pampered Spaniards to swim, but our compatriots do not neglect water procedures. In addition, at this time there are all the prerequisites for an even tan. Well, and, of course, the conditions for excursions are more than suitable. Tour-Calendar wishes you all the best!
April in Spain is enjoyed by both locals and numerous tourists. The swimming season does not yet open this month, but the active flowering of the gardens begins. The magnificent April nature in Spain enchants with its beauty. Enjoying the views and sights does not interfere with intense heat, and precipitation becomes short-lived. What does April look like in Spain?
April in Spain
It hardly rains in the north and west of the Spanish state. The central regions are still suffering a little from short-lived but heavy downpours. The southern resorts are finally gaining stability in the weather, and there is more sun than cloudy days and winds.
In Madrid, the temperature fluctuates around 18 degrees. It is quite cool at night in the central regions: up to 10 degrees above zero.
In Seville at night it can be up to 12 degrees Celsius, during the day the air is heated up to 22 degrees. Precipitation falls up to 44 mm per month. In the east of the country in general, as well as in Valencia in particular, there are up to 18 sunny days without any precipitation.
In the Costa Blanca in April, a beach holiday is not possible for the reason that in this region, even during the day, it is never warmer than 17 degrees. Nighttime temperatures greatly cool the water on the coast, and the swimming season is postponed until the beginning of summer.
In the first days of the month, all of Spain begins to celebrate Easter. The holiday is preceded by cheerful and colorful fairs, small festivals, solemn services in Catholic churches.
Due to the increased solar activity, when traveling to Spain in April, you need to take sunscreen, panama and glasses with you, as it is quite easy to get sunburned under the Spanish sun this month. Warm clothes are also useful for evening walks, because in some parts of the country the nights are still cold.
Water temperature in Spain in April
The Mediterranean Sea near the southern and eastern islands of Spain and on the coast heats up to 18 degrees Celsius. The water area of the northern resorts is heated only up to 16 degrees. On all the beaches of the country, active preparations for the tourist season begin. Consider the weather conditions of April in Spain in more detail:
Region
Temp. afternoon
Temp. at night
Water °C
Rainfall mm
Madrid
16
11
–
45
Seville
19
12-14
–
67
Palma de Mallorca
19
14
17
29
Valencia
20
15
18
27
Zaragoza
17
11
–
–
Barcelona
19
14
18
46
Girona
18
12
–
–
Bilbao
16
13
–
–
Alicante
20
16
17
40
Figueres
19
12
–
–
Spain is a very colorful country, suitable for visiting all year round. April is rightly considered the pre-season month. The sea is cold, the sun is active. The chance of rain is low, though not out of the question. April is ideal for trips around the country, sightseeing.
Where to relax in Spain in early spring
We asked this question many times before buying air tickets. Intuitively, we decided to choose the Costa Dorado. “Gold Coast” is located 100 km from Barcelona. However, the cost of accommodation / meals here is much lower than in the capital of Catalonia. Our main location was the modern resort city of Salou.
The climate there is very mild, as the city is located as if in a bowl, there are practically no winds, short-term rains. The beach line is wide, and the sand is fine, as if mixed with golden crumbs. All around perfect cleanliness!
Activities and excursions in April
The world-famous Port Aventura amusement park is located near Salou. By train for 8.80 euros you will be taken to Barcelona, which has countless cultural and historical sites.
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FIND WORK in the Canary Islands
Welcome to our page on finding jobs and work on the largest and most popular Spanish Canary Island of Tenerife.
Why is Tenerife so popular?
Tenerife has something for everyone, vibrant nightlife, good beaches and quiet charming resorts. The scenery and the landscape is like you’ve never seen before. Highlights will include a cable car ride to the summit of Mount Teide or a camel safari or dolphin spotting.
“It is also the most populated island of Spain, with a land area of 2,034.38 km² (785.47 mi2) and 908,555 inhabitants, 43% of the total population of the Canary Islands. About five million tourists visit Tenerife each year, the most of any Canary Islands.” Source: Wikipedia Tenerife
At the bottom of the page we invite employers and job seekers to list your jobs wanted in Tenerife.
Most of the jobs advice on this page is aimed towards jobs in Tenerife for English-speaking people. Head for the south of the island where you will find most of the job opportunities on offer as it is where the biggest tourist resorts are located.
So what is it like to live in Tenerife, watch this short video to find out!
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Working in Tenerife in 2022 or 2023
The Canary island of Tenerife is only 300 km away from Africa yet it belongs to Spain. Tenerife is now one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe because of the all year round climate.
In the winter many of the popular resorts on the Costa del Sol, Spain’s most popular tourist coast, get quite cold and so Tenerife being much further south scores highly because many people come here for the mild winter weather and climate.
If you are hoping to live and work on Tenerife on a full-time basis this is good because it means there are more job opportunities than other areas of Spain and the work is not just seasonal.
Tenerife is the largest of the seven Spanish Canary Islands. If you want to consider job opportunities on neighbouring islands, our best recommendations would be to look for jobs in Gran Canaria, jobs in Lanzarote or work in Fuerteventura.
Alternatively try these smaller Canary Islands which also have tourist jobs in the summer: La Palma, La Gomera, El Hierro, La Graciosa, Montaña Clara, Alegranza, Isla de Lobos, Roque del Este and Roque del Oeste.
Tenerife however is probably the best place to consider searching for work because of its huge popularity and size.
Many people who consider looking for jobs in Spain are drawn to finding work on mainland Spain perhaps on the Costa Blanca or Costa Brava where many expatriates have settled without realising how quiet it is in the wintertime and how few jobs opportunities there are.
Do I Need a Visa to Work in Tenerife?
If you are an EU citizen then you won’t need a visa to get a job in Tenerife. If you a resident of the United States, Canada or Australia or any other non-European Union country then you will need to apply to the Spanish Embassy in your country for a visa which will be valid for three months.
Do I Need a NIE Number to Work in Tenerife?
Most jobs in Tenerife are paid unofficially in cash and you are working illegally. If this is the case you won’t need a NIE number.
Your N.I.E. number is your tax identification number in Spain (Número de Identificación de Extranjeros).
Getting an N.I.E. number in Tenerife – Go to the local police station and fill out the necessary forms. Some basic details are required such as address, name, passport number etc. Obviously the form is in Spanish. You should be issued with a temporary card on the spot. Take a copy of your passport and a passport sized photo just in case.
Real Experiences of Working Full-Time in Tenerife
Marie sent us this letter which we think is incredibly useful if you are intending on searching for full-time work:
Some people write that foreigners come to Spain to the most touristic areas and that is the wrong choice. But it is an understandable choice – for many people it is exactly the sea and the beach that is most appealing. I moved to the south of Tenerife nearly three years ago, it was intended as a 4-5 months’ stay, but I loved the place and decided to stay on and try to settle in.
I did not speak Spanish when I came, but, naturally, in the process of living here I have learned to speak it enough to get by with authorities etc., though not enough to work for an all-Spanish firm. I would not say I stayed hoping for a laid-back life style, I love to work and have a great sense of responsibility for doing a good job, what was appealing to me was the vicinity of beach and the possibility to go there after work and at weekends, all year round – it does work as great stress relief and gives the change of pace and relaxation like nothing else. I am also a very adaptable person, and get along with most people I meet, despite nationality, race, age, or educational background.
Whatever negative comments I have read here about Spanish people can be applied to many other nations. I have met many good Spanish people here; yes, you have to speak their language as most of them do not speak English at all or not sufficiently to hold a meaningful conversation. There are cultural differences, of course, yes, there is the mañana thing, but not everyone is the same. I have dealt with very efficient and helpful people in the municipality, in gestoria, in court, in car rental agency, just to name a few. It appears to be a combination of luck as well as your own attitude: even a very professional and helpful person will turn his/her unfriendly side to you if your manner expresses mistrust and expectation of inefficiency or failure.
Tenerife, naturally, does not have a wide selection of office jobs for qualified professionals, and the competition is fierce, that is only to be expected. The only truly bad thing here, as well as in the continental Spain for what I hear from other people, is the labour market situation. It does not concern people who come here for retirement or have tons of money or a good business idea (the latter two categories are not guaranteed against meeting the labour market face to face at some point either), but people who need a job to live. Salaries are low, that is one thing, but what is worse is that you can almost never hope to get a permanent contract, whether you are Canarian or whatever you are.
This was the “brilliant” idea of the Spanish goverment to fight the recession of 2008 – to relax the legislation concerning temporary contracts – and vola! – the official unemployment rates have dropped allowing the governement to start boasting everywhere about the so-called Spanish miracle. In practice, it means this: you are given a temporary contract, usually 3 or 6 months initially, then it may be prolonged to one year, but not beyond that because in this case the employer must give you a permanent contract. In order to avoid this, they fire you, no matter whether you are good or bad at your job, you have your 4 months of unemployment benefits, and then the cycle repeats – work for maximum 1 year, 4 months of benefits. Hotel chains might move you to another hotel after those 4 months. Car rental agencies works the same way. So there is an army of hotel receptionists, car rental agents, waiters, cooks, and chambermaids, as well as office clerks, migrating from company to company in a cycle. Experience and work quality mean nothing, what matters to the employer is not to give you a permanent contract and not to pay you sickness/holidays/pension at all costs. There are some companies who do value employees and offer permanent contracts to good workers, but they are so few that by the time you find one you will already be planning to move away. It is not surprising that the customer service is often bad as people are discouraged and depressed. Funnily enough, it is mainly British-owned firms that offer better conditions and permanent contracts, but they are so few and often out of reach for the locals due to poor command of English.
Many young Canarians, both single and families, who try to build an independent life, are often forced to give up and move back with theirs parents simply not being able to continue paying the rent. Foreigners fight for a while and leave the island. Understandably, this situation on the labour market means that there is no stability and no way to plan anything for a longer term, not to mention any career growth of course. If you need to work for a living, sooner or later this instability gets to you and you realise that not even the vicinity of the ocean helps on the general mood.
Very sadly, after all this time, I am leaving for UK. After witnessing the job market and seeing everyone I know being thrown about like garbage for all this time, no sun and beach can beat a permanent contract in UK and its dignified work conditions. It is painful to see people here struggling. It is not true at all that all Spanish are so lazy as many people seem to believe, many of them work like slaves in inhuman conditions and no hope for any change. I have been extremely lucky here with my landlord, and a well-paid job that was excellent until a new manager came, but it is a mistake to think that the situation that the majority of people are in will never touch me, and staying on will just be pushing my luck. Compared to the situation on the labour market, all I have read here is petty complaints about things that are either unpredictable accidents or things one can adjust to. After all this, I would never say I hate Spain or Tenerife! I love this island so much, it is a fantastic place in so many aspects, and I only feel huge compassion for people who live and work here, and can only hope that this situation will improve the sooner the better.
Where is the Best Place to Find Work?
If you don’t know anything about Tenerife we have small sections below on each of the main tourist resorts and towns.
This will give you a good idea of where to focus your search for work and the types of jobs that you might expect.
Naturally most of these jobs are tourist related but further down the page we also have other jobs that other English speaking people have obtained in Tenerife.
The best places to finding work would be the busiest tourist resorts which are Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos.
These very busy and lively and quite wild at times!
They certainly do appeal to the younger generation so if you are of an older generation, perhaps the place to look is the capital of Tenerife which is Santa Cruz de Tenerife, a lovely town and port.
Another extremely popular tourist resort which is a little bit more upmarket is Puerto de la Cruz.
These are the most popular tourist resorts on Tenerife: Santa Cruz de Tenerife (the capital), Amarilla Golf, Costa Adeje, El Medano, Garachico, Guia De Isora, Los Cristianos, Los Gigantes, Playa De La Arena, Playa De Las Americas, Playa Paraiso, Puerto De La Cruz, Puerto De Santiago and San Miguel De Abona.
Playa de las Americas
Playa de las Americas is the busiest resort on Tenerife which makes it the best town in which to search for jobs on the island. There is a good choice of beaches, marina and port.
Playa de las Americas is a good place to work as it has many bars and restaurants as well as nightclubs in which you find the usual tourist related jobs such as bartender, waiter, waitress, chef, PR reps or dancers and entertainers.
Concentrate your search for work in the famous Veronica Strip area where the clubs open until the early hours and there are plenty of bars and restaurants where you can ask for work.
Just 1.5 kilometres from the centre of Playa de las Americas is the quieter area of Playa de Fanabe. Transfer time to Playa de las Americas which is 17.5km from Reina Sofia airport is about 30-45 minutes.
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz is a more residential resort which still has plenty of restaurants and bars but retains its charms as a fishing village.
Located on the north-west coast 35km from the capital of Santa Cruz, Puerto de la Cruz has black volcanic sand as do most of Tenerife’s beaches.
For jobs concentrate your search on the main shopping strip of Avenida de Colon and the Plaza de Charco.
Costa Adeje
Costa Adeje is located to the north of the beach resort of Playa de las Americas and is regarded as a more upmarket destination.
Most definitely much quieter although it has nice restaurants and a lovely small sandy beach. We highly recommend a visit to the nearby beach of Playa del Duque which is a lovely stretch of sand with watersports available.
The transfer time to Costa Adeje from the airport is just 35-40 minutes and although this is a nice relaxing tourist resort if you’re looking for jobs and work you are perhaps looking in the wrong location, with Playa de las Americas a much better place to search for vacancies.
Los Cristianos – (Tenerife South)
Los Cristianos was once a small and quiet fishing village which has transformed into one of Tenerife’s most popular beach resorts with a relaxed cosmopolitan atmosphere.
A charming resort popular with families who enjoy the crescent shaped sandy beach which has excellent facilities and plenty of bars and restaurants.
The transfer time to Los Cristianos from the airport is just 35-40 minutes. The harbour area is especially popular as you can go on excursions to see dolphins and whales and watch fishing boats coming in with the catch of the day.
This is certainly a place where you can find jobs on Tenerife although needless to say the busy and lively resort of Playa de las Americas is more likely to have work and is just a short distance away.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The busy cosmopolitan city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the island’s capital. A lovely place to live, this would be a good choice to look for jobs as long as you’re fluent in Spanish as this is the administrative centre of the Canary Islands.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Summer Job – Work for Students
Tenerife is incredibly busy in the summer and is one of the best places in Spain to find seasonal work.
The good news is that there are plenty of English speaking jobs but a little bit of Spanish will put you ahead of most other foreigners looking to work in Tenerife.
The island needs an influx of extra staff to cope with the additional demand in the bars, restaurants and hotels on the island.
If you are a student looking for work in the summer why not come to Tenerife? You may not be well paid but you will have a great holiday and the experience of a lifetime.
In this section we are just covering the main points as we have a much more detailed page on summer jobs.
Most summer jobs can be found in the largest tourist resorts which are located in the south of Tenerife, these are Playa de las Americas, Los Cristianos and Puerto de la Cruz.
The most popular types of summer jobs in Tenerife are working in bars and nightclubs performing such duties such as serving drinks as a bartender or barmaid, dancer or entertainer, DJ, glass collector, security, bouncer, cloakroom or PR rep.
Restaurants also need part-time and full-time help for: cooks, chefs, kitchen assistant, waiter, waitress or dishwashers.
The bigger hotels in Tenerife will also require casual summer workers to help with the additional tourists in such jobs as cleaners, animators, dancers, entertainers, receptionists etc.
The summer season doesn’t normally start until the end of May and goes through to mid-September.
Whatever summer job you do it will typically be lowly paid because there is an extremely high demand and lots of competition for jobs and so employers are never going to pay much more than the average going rate of six euros an hour unless you have exceptional skills and services to offer.
What is a PR Rep Job?
A PR rep stands for public relations or promotional representative. It is basically a sales job where your role is to get more customers into an establishment or business.
Most PR reps work for bars or clubs standing outside on the pavement or in the street handing out leaflets or vouchers with discounts, for example cheap drinks or free shots.
Basically you do whatever it takes to encourage passers-by to come into the bar and spend money.
To be a successful PR rep you either need to be a good looking male or female or even better, have an outgoing personality and a good sense of humour.
There are also opportunities to be employed by restaurants, nightclubs and timeshare resorts.
How Much Can I Earn as a PR?
Working as a PR requires you to have great skills because otherwise you will not earn much money. Wages are typically on commission only and at best, on a very small basic salary.
Your working hours are likely to start at 8pm and could go all the way through to 4am in the morning.
Some bars and clubs offer a basic salary of €30-€40 per shift while others may have a commission only structure depending on the amount of customers and business you bring in to the bar or club.
This is why some PR reps can be extremely persistent, persuasive and even aggressive when they approach you.
This is certainly one way to just arrive in Tenerife without a job and very quickly be able to get one because if results are poor you will be fired very quickly, so the owners do not have much to lose by employing you and give you a chance.
If you happen to be really good they will benefit from all the additional custom that you generate them and all they have to do is pay you a small fraction in wages.
They know competition for jobs in Tenerife is extremely high in the peak summer months so they can pretty much pick and choose as they wish.
It does help to be good-looking especially if you are a young woman as this is one easy way for ladies to stop groups of lads and attract them into a bar.
Just go into bars, restaurants and timeshare companies and ask if they have any promotional or sales jobs going.
Advantages to Getting a Job As a PR Rep
It is a lot of fun.
You can get a job immediately on arrival in Tenerife.
If you are good you can earn a lot.
Free drinks.
You can go to the beach during the daytime.
Disadvantages to Working As a PR
If you are bad you could earn nothing.
You need to fund your accommodation and living expenses on top.
Pay is commission only or low basic.
Long and late hours.
Hotel Work
Obtaining work in a hotel in Tenerife is another possibility for work with the advantage over other Spanish resorts in that Tenerife does happen to be a consistent all year round destination for tourists, however most jobs will require a number of different languages to be spoken.
It would be helpful if you can speak Spanish, English and German as a minimum qualification if you are applying for work in the position of a receptionist.
One of the best ways of getting to work in a hotel is as a holiday rep for the package holiday companies. Typically you will be dealing with English-speaking customers although some Spanish would be an advantage so that you can cope with emergency situations.
You can also find work as a transfer rep getting the guests from the airport in Tenerife to their accommodation.
In the evening the major hotels in Tenerife put on nightly shows so there are positions available for entertainers and animators as well singers and dancers.
If you are good with children, most hotels have a kids club or nursery in which you look after children while their parents can relax and enjoy themselves on holiday.
There are plenty of cleaning jobs in Tenerife although less so in the hotels but there are more opportunities in the private sector cleaning villas and apartments on changeover days.
Most of the cleaning staff in large hotels are North African immigrants who are quite happy to work for extremely low rates of pay.
The best places to search for hotel jobs would be the resorts of Playa de las Americas, Los Cristianos and Puerto de la Cruz.
Resources for Finding Jobs
In terms of the best resorts in which to look for work in Tenerife, try the most popular tourist resorts of Playa de las Americas, Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos and Puerto de la Cruz. The island’s capital of Santa Cruz de Tenerife it’s also worth considering if you can speak some Spanish.
Radio stations advertise jobs – Oasis FM is a British speaking radio station broadcasting in Tenerife and with a daily job section. You can find these listed on Oasis FM website.
Recent examples include: Direct Telecom were advertising for Telesales Advisors, Blue Flag Travel were also looking for telemarketer, Future Resorts Marketing were looking for British, Dutch, Scandinavian and Russian Sales Reps, T.O’s and Call Centre Staff and Linekers bar in Starco, Las Americas required PR’s.
Job websites & forums for Tenerife – there are many good websites advertising the latest jobs in Tenerife. We list any vacancies in Tenerife below at the bottom of the page. The Tenerife Forum is a good source of jobs.
Word-of-mouth – nothing beats actually being in Tenerife itself and being able to instantly start work. Very few employers are willing to hire you if you’re still living in the United Kingdom as they cannot be sure you will actually come out as agreed.
Local newspapers in Tenerife – Tenerife has a number of different publications with many free magazines and newspapers in English which typically have classified job advertisements near the back.
Canarian Weekly – “Looking for new employment then follow the Canarian Weekly for all the latest jobs available in Tenerife.”
El Dia – This Spanish newspaper will require you to have a good grasp of Spanish to be able to translate the classified job advertisements.
Tenerife Weekly – Local Tenerife news in English.
Recruitment agencies in Tenerife – Currently we are not aware of any recruitment agencies.
Try finding work with an official contract which is usually for a duration of three months which will entitle you to the Spanish state healthcare system, Spanish school system and some unemployment and pension benefits.
Of course there are many other Tenerife jobs just like anywhere else such as lawyer, doctor, teacher, nurse, policemen, pharmacist and shop assistants etc.
Teaching English
A good alternative to working in a bar or restaurant in Tenerife is to teach English to Spanish people.
This is more of a part-time job than a full-time career position but nevertheless if you have a professional qualification from a recognised authority such as a TEFL teacher or ESL, then you will have a good opportunity to get a job at one of the language schools on the island.
Teaching English in Tenerife Resources:
FU International Academy – “Our teachers are university graduates and native English speakers. Many of them have worked with us on a full-time basis for several years and we ensure that they regularly update their skills.”
Jobs for Tradesmen
If you have skills as a tradesman then you have a good opportunity of finding work in jobs in Tenerife.
Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands with a thriving tourist industry so there are always opportunities in construction however the resident English-speaking expatriate population provides even greater opportunity for finding work.
You are more likely to be successful in relocating to Tenerife if you’re prepared to start your own business and become self-employed. Types of skills that would be useful in finding work would be as a plumber, painter, builder, electrician, tiler, plasterer, bricklayer or labourer.
For more advice on working in Spain see our construction work page.
In the sections above we have already covered the most popular jobs in Tenerife. In this section we cover some of the other possibilities for job opportunities on the Canary Islands of Tenerife.
Property
Although the Spanish property and real estate boom has come to a crashing halt, there are still opportunities especially if you are good at sales. In this field there are possibilities to work in a estate agencies in sales and lettings.
There are plenty of property maintenance jobs such as cleaning villas and apartments, swimming pool cleaning, gardening, handyman and tradesmen jobs such as electricians, plumbers, painters, decorators and builders are still needed of course.
Driving Jobs
There is a need for drivers in Tenerife to transport the tourists around the island. You will find coach and bus drivers required. Many companies operate taxi, shuttle bus and minibus services to and from the airport.
Sales
Tenerife has a lot of vacancies for sales positions mainly because it has a thriving timeshare industry which of course is very sales orientated. There are plenty of vacancies for telemarketing where you make phone calls each day trying to sell people services and you earn a commission.
These telesales jobs are almost always paid entirely on commission or with a very small basic salary which isn’t enough to live on in itself.
Restaurant Work
Although we have touched briefly on this above, restaurant jobs are probably the easiest type of work to get after bar work.
If you are pleasant, can offer good customer service with a smile and you have learnt a few basic words of Spanish then you can most certainly get a job as a waiter or waitress on the island.
Behind the scenes in the kitchens you could work as a chef, cook, kitchen help or dishwasher.
Jobs for Professionals
Many people who are office workers e-mail us to ask us if there are any jobs for professional workers in Tenerife. The bad news is there really isn’t. There are a handful of jobs for management, marketing, IT, webdesign, legal, media, office, executive, admin and secretarial work.
Nursing Jobs
There are a few nursing jobs especially in the home care sector looking after elderly people who are requiring extra help and being looked after. Nevertheless these jobs are few and far between.
Childcare Work
Looking after children represents one of the best opportunities to find a job in advance of moving to Tenerife. There are plenty of expat families and Spanish families in Tenerife looking for au pairs and nannies to look after their children while they are at work.
Sometimes you can even get a nanny job in Tenerife working for a family who are going on holiday there for an extended period of time. In fact they just hire a nanny (or au pair) just for the holiday so that they can relax or somebody takes care of the kids.
Working as an au pair in Tenerife is relatively lowly paid but typically you will live with your host family and so you will have very little expenses as your accommodation and food will be paid for and included in your salary perks.
English-speaking Jobs in Tenerife – Expat Jobs
The large amount of expats who have moved to Tenerife means there is a demand for English speaking goods and services to be provided to this population. Sadly the amount of expats who are fluent in Spanish is in the minority and this minority prefer to deal with people who speak English or who are British.
These are some of the jobs that we know people have obtained in Tenerife: hairdressing jobs, working in a shop (retail), personal trainer, beautician, pet care, computer services, business services, graphic design, computer repair, insurance sales, customer service jobs, journalists, writers etc.
Page Summary:
The article above covers various aspects of working and finding a job on the island of Tenerife, one of the Spanish Canary Islands.
Of all the Canaries, Tenerife is the best island to search for jobs as it is the largest island and the liveliest in terms of tourism which of course provides most of the jobs, both part-time and full-time.
The bullet points below outline the main sections of the page.
About Tenerife
Living in Tenerife
Work for English Speakers
What Jobs are Available?
Where to Find Jobs
Jobs with Accommodation
Job Forums
Summer Jobs
Part-Time Work
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Find Work in Gran Canaria in 2022 & 2023
Welcome to our page on finding jobs and work on the lovely Canary Island of Gran Canaria (Islas Canarias) which is part of Spain.
On this page you will find current listings of any available job vacancies in Gran Canaria as well as practical tips and advice on where to find Gran Canaria jobs in the year 2022.
Get looking now if you want to find a summer job on the island because they go very fast and well in advance of the season.
Below is a video guide to living and working in Gran Canaria, Spain
Near the bottom of the page you will find an account from Matthew Hirtes who lives on the island of Gran Canaria, who gives a specific tips on what types of work you can expect to find.
Specific latest job listings in Gran Canaria can be found near the bottom of the page.
We also cover other Canary Islands close to Gran Canaria, these include Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, La Gomera, El Hierro, La Graciosa, Alegranza, Isla de Lobos, Montaña Clara, Roque del Este and Roque del Oeste.
Are you looking for staff and employees in Gran Canaria? Our website is proud to connect employees and employers for free, just email us your job description and we will post the vacancies up on the site.
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WORK AND JOB VACANCIES IN GRAN CANARIA
The island of Gran Canaria belongs to Spain and centrally located in the Canary islands. It happens to be one of the most popular destinations in Europe for short breaks and holidays where people just want to get some sunshine.
Some of the reasons Gran Canaria is so popular is because being Spanish, people know it is reliable and relatively safe yet it’s location is only about 130 miles away from Africa so the climate is much warmer than mainland Spain.
Tourists come from all over Europe but in particular from the United Kingdom (UK) and Germany (where Gran Canaria is known as Kanaren or Kanarischen).
Gran Canaria is a smaller island compared to it’s neighbouring Canary islands of Tenerife and Fuerteventura. There is much to see although typically most of this will revolve around the beach so it isn’t the best island if you want to see lots of historic sights.
Gran Canaria is known as ‘the miniature continent’ because you can find plenty of variety such as lakes, mountains, beaches and even a pine forest.
The weather is generally warm and sunny with clear blue, cloudless skies.
When looking for work on this island naturally you are best heading to the south of the island where many of the major tourist resorts located.
The best known holiday resorts include San Agustin, Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas.
The south of the island is the place to go for the best beaches and is relatively dry and barren.
Most tourists will simply stay by their hotel pool or go to the beach each day but the island itself has a wonderfully varied terrain including the large central mountains as well as tropical forests in the north of the island.
Average monthly temperatures range from 18°C in January to 25°C in August. This all-year-round climate has the advantage of making Gran Canaria almost as popular in the winter as it is in the summertime. This really helps when you are looking to jobs because most Spanish tourist resorts only offer seasonal jobs for the summer only.
If you are looking for the best beaches head for the resort of Maspalomas and if you are looking for lively nightlife then you need to head for Playa del Ingles.
The capital of Gran Canaria is Las Palmas which would also be a good place to look for work. This historic city dates back to the 15th century and has a population of over 400,000 people.
Most of the Spanish jobs advice on this page is aimed towards jobs in Gran Canaria for English-speaking people. This is because many of our readers are English, British, Germans or Americans who have a limited ability to speak Spanish and therefore are looking for English-speaking jobs in Gran Canaria.
Popular towns and resorts to look for Gran Canaria jobs include: Amadores, Bahia Feliz, Las Palmas jobs, Maspalomas jobs, Meloneras, Playa Del Ingles jobs, Playa Taurito, Puerto Mogan, Puerto Rico, San Agustin, Arguineguín and Mogán.
BAR JOBS IN GRAN CANARIA 2022 & 2023
Bar work on Gran Canaria is the easiest type of work to find as there is a real need for bartenders and barmaids especially in the peak summer months. There are quite a few resorts but the most popular places to find bar jobs would be Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas.
Without doubt if you are looking for a job in Gran Canaria or Gran Canaria jobs, then bar work and bar jobs are the most common type of job available and probably the easiest type of summer job to get.
Working in a bar, pub or nightclub doesn’t take much skill if you are serving drinks and most importantly you will not need to know much Spanish, so if you are an English speaking worker, this is the type of job you should look for if you want a seasonal job on Gran Canaria.
On Gran Canaria you can get work as a bartender, bar maid, glass collector, dancer, PR, promotion, DJ and security jobs such as bouncers or door supervisors.
These bar jobs are typically very low paid however they have the benefits of free drinks and working in a party environment where everybody is out for a good time so they are a lot of fun.
A PR job on Gran Canaria involves promotion such as standing outside a bar or club and handing out flyers or vouchers to encourage people to come into the bar or club instead of just walking past. It takes a great deal of confidence get the rewards can be quite good because as well as a basic salary you get paid good commission and often receive free drinks.
If bar work is not your thing consider catering work such as working in a restaurant as a cook, chef, waiter, waitress or dishwasher.
HOTEL JOBS IN GRAN CANARIA
If you have a good grasp of Spanish and you speak English you have a good chance of finding a job in one of the many hotels on the island. Typical hotel jobs include work as cleaners, receptionists, singers, comedians , entertainers, animators, bar work and restaurant work.
Most hotel jobs will require you to be able to speak fluent Spanish. As well as Spanish and English it would be a great advantage to be able to speak a third language such as German especially if you want to work on reception.
WORK FOR YOUNG PEOPLE – SUMMER JOBS
Gran Canaria being a popular tourist destination has many job openings and vacancies in the catering trades such as cook, waiter, dishwasher, bar tender, cleaner, animators, dancers etc.
Many people come to Gran Canaria for the summer season looking for seasonal bar jobs in Gran Canaria and you will usually get a summer job in Gran Canaria fairly easily as long as you head for the mass tourist resorts of San Agustin, Puerto Rico, Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas.
Don’t forget that Gran Canaria is an all year round destination so it is possible to get work throughout the winter also.
These jobs are great for students. Typical jobs you could look for include PR jobs for clubs, holiday rep jobs in Gran Canaria and DJ jobs in Gran Canaria. If you are a dancer you stand a good chance of finding a job in one of the top clubs.
A limited knowledge of the Spanish language is ideal but not compulsory, making these kind of jobs fiercely competitive between all nationalities across the board.
Very popular on the job scale in this field are cleaning jobs in Gran Canaria as they are well paid, in abundance and all year round as people’s homes as well as villa companies require cleaners.
Work in the tourist industry is mainly done in shifts or split shifts. On the positive side you can spend your time off at the beaches of Gran Canaria but this type of work is really no good if you have a young family to support as the hours are long.
Make sure you budget to have enough savings to survive while you are searching for work. You will probably need to rent a small apartment which will usually start at €400 for a studio or one bed.
Property rental prices range from 400 euros (600 US dollars) for a small studio apartment to about 800 euros (1200 US dollars) for a larger one with several bedrooms.
There is also certainly an opportunity for driving jobs on Gran Canaria. These typically will involve providing a taxi service to and from the airport (known as airport runs).
Also there are some companies providing shuttle bus services around the island as well as a need for transfer reps and coach and bus drivers to take holidaymakers around the island on excursions.
WHERE TO FIND GRAN CANARIA JOBS
For job adverts try the classified section in local newspapers such as English language newspaper, The Canary News.
Most jobs in Gran Canaria, especially the casual summer tourist type jobs would almost certainly be found by word-of-mouth.
Very rarely will these positions be advertised and you should come to the island and go from bar to bar asking if they need any help.
There are also radio stations, websites, job forums and recruitment agencies.
Try getting a job with an official contract which will entitle you to the Spanish state pension, a limited unemployment benefit and of course the Spanish national health service.
Just like anywhere else there are vacancies for lawyer, doctor, teacher, nurse, policemen, pharmacist and shop assistants etc.
Working hours in Gran Canaria are likely to be much longer than in northern Europe because of the traditional Spanish siesta.
It does very much depend on what job you take on, but a typical working day would be to starting at 10 in the morning with a break between one and four and then working through until seven or eight in the evening.
HOLIDAY REP JOBS
The intelligent way to find work and jobs in Gran Canaria is to apply for a job as a holiday rep in resorts such as Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles. These rep jobs will be organised in advance of your arrival in the resort.
Working as a Spanish holiday rep in Gran Canaria is not as easy as it sounds. Problems can occur day and night with the guests that you are employed to look after and all sorts of emergencies can occur from medical emergencies to guests being robbed and losing their passport and possessions.
You would earn a good basic wage for being a holiday rep as well as being able to earn extra money if you are successful at selling excursions and trips to your customers. This should be relatively easy because Gran Canaria is a lovely scenic island with lots to see. Another major benefit is that you would be provided with accommodation and food included.
Resources: Try the major travel companies such as Club 18-30 and Thomas Cook – all have been recruiting recently.
STARTING A BUSINESS IN GRAN CANARIA
Although this page is all about finding work on the island of Gran Canaria, it is worth mentioning that there are good possibilities to starting your own business by going self-employed. This especially applies if you have a tradesman skill such as being a builder, electrician, plumber, painter or some other construction type skill that you can offer as a service.
You will have to make a social security contributions which are quite substantial in Spain. For everything that you charge you will need to contribute 18% back to the Spanish government in the form of IVA which is the equivalent to VAT in the United Kingdom.
It can be very expensive to start your own business but you are more likely to make more being self-employed than you would being employed in a job and there are many English speaking expatriates who will welcome services in English.
TYPES OF WORK FOR ENGLISH-SPEAKERS
We have covered the tourist industry extensively which is obviously the main source of work and jobs in Gran Canaria. The next biggest sector for employment would be the real estate or property market.
The massive building boom in new construction of houses being sold to many people from all over northern Europe has slowed down enormously but this sector still employs many people. Although people may not be buying houses there is still a thriving tourist market which involves providing accommodation through the lettings market.
There are sales jobs going in estate agencies (inmobiliaria) and letting agencies who deal in villa and apartment rentals. There are also indirect jobs such as looking after and maintaining these properties involving gardeners, handymen and pool cleaners.
There are also many other unusual jobs that typically involve providing services to English speaking people on the island. We know that people have performed these jobs: cleaning swimming pools, gardening, villa cleaning, hairdressing jobs, shop and retail work, removals, fitness jobs, personal trainer, beautician, vets, childcare jobs such as working as an au pair, nanny or babysitter, computer repair, graphic design, insurance sales, telemarketing, telesales, engineer, customer service, hospitality, journalists, marketing, legal jobs, media jobs, office jobs, secretarial, admin, financial, carers, nursing, I. T. jobs.
TEACHING ENGLISH
Try obtaining a recognised teaching qualification before arriving in Gran Canaria – Teaching TEFL or ESL are popular and recognised throughout the world.
Gran Canary does have good possibilities for teaching English to Spanish islanders as discussed by Matthew Hirtes below.
Playa de Mogán, Mogán. Isla de Gran Canaria.
My Experience of Moving to Gran Canaria and Looking for Work
By Matthew Hirtes
Saturday the 22nd of February 2004 rocked our world. In the worst possible way. For that was the day our second son Alex, at just eight months, was diagnosed with leukaemia.
Following a half-year residency in Great Ormond Street Hospital, we took the decision to relocate to Gran Canaria for the extra family support. My mother-in-law, one sister-in-law and five brothers-in-law live on the island.
Despite this, my first year on the island was spent as a house husband.
Alex had to go for regular check-ups at the Materno (children’s hospital) in Las Palmas and he wasn’t allowed to attend nursery with other children.
But the beach was fine, so we were able to work on our tans. Thanks to his native Canarian mother Cristina, Alex acquired a browner hue than his father’s lobster-red.
When Alex was given the all-clear to start nursery, my days as a beach bum ended. I now had to look for work.
In England I’d worked in journalism but my must-do-better Spanish and relatively low pay forced a career change.
After a disastrous stint in a private school, I landed a position as a teaching assistant in a state primary in Bañaderos.
Unfortunately, that project lost funding due to the cuts last year, so all of us native English-speaking assistants found ourselves out of a job.
In the meantime, Cristina and I had opened our own language academy, Play School which teaches English to children aged from three to 12 through the medium of craft, games, songs and stories, along with the odd worksheet.
For those who live in the north of the island like we do, teaching offers the best employment opportunities.
Private bi-lingual schools will want to hire you for your ability to speak your mother tongue rather than any teaching experience.
I also know fellow expats who make a good living by giving private classes to the children of Las Palmas’ wealthier residents.
If you live in the south, the service industry beckons.
In the summer, it’s easy to pick up casual work at the English and Irish bars in and around Playa del Inglés.
However, bear in mind that in winter the profile of tourist changes with more Northern European and Scandinavian visitors. Here demand for English-speaking bar staff becomes rather thinner on the ground.
The alternative is to start up your own business. From medical clinics to schools to restaurants, the opportunities are there for any wannabe entrepreneurs.
If you settle in the less touristy north, though, acquiring at the very least a basic grasp of Spanish is essential.
To keep abreast of the latest expat developments on the island, check out Gran Canaria Noticeboard on Facebook.
If you’re after something rather less cyber, The British Club in Las Palmas’ Calle León y Castillo will allow you to meet up with fellow native English speakers face to face.
The Canary News is the only English-language newspaper based on Gran Canaria and editor Edward Timon guarantees a read that’s as informative as it’s entertaining.
…. Matthew Hirtes
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Majorca Jobs
Magaluf Jobs
Marbella Jobs
Tenerife Jobs
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Cooking Jobs
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Hospitality Jobs in Spain
Seasonal Jobs in Spain
Teach English in Spain
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Interviews With People Who Have Moved to Spain
Long-Term Rentals
Property
I Hate Spain – Problems & Disadvantages
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The Canary Islander – Living and Working in the Canary Islands
Living and Working in the Canary Islands
Time for Change
Are you are fed up with the climate, rising prices and stress at work? Do you just live for that annual two-week holiday in the sun? Maybe the time has come to consider a complete change in your life and live and work in another country? People that live in EU countries have the flexibility to move to another country to find work, and many different nationalities from Europe have moved to Spain, the Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands to find work, or to live in retirement. People that live in other countries need to apply for a visa if they want to live and work in EU destinations over a long period.
Motivation
Better weather, lower prices and a more relaxed pace of life are often factors that encourage individuals, couples and families to move to Spain, which means that there are many expats that have already made the move and live happily and successfully in another country. Many people want to live and work in another country that they know well and have visited often. The Canary Islands are a group of seven main islands that have a great deal to offer anyone wishing to escape the day-to-day grind of life in the country of their birth. The Canary Islands are an autonomous province within Spain, and are at the southernmost extremity of the European Union, which also means there is a wonderful climate throughout the year! Most non-Europeans planning an extended visit will have no problem living in the Canary Islands for up to three months without a visa, but for longer periods check online with the Spanish Embassy about applying for a visa.
Whilst being outside the EU for tax purposes, perfumes, wines and spirits and luxury goods, as well as petrol and diesel, are perhaps the best value in Europe. In addition, as the islands are closer to Africa than Europe the climate offers just two variations – warm and hot. There is no winter or autumn – just spring with a freshening of the winds and maybe a little rain. The arrival of summer is usually heralded with the beginning of Carnival season – a riot of colour, costumes and music only outrivaled by South America – with months of glorious outdoor living, sun and sea, and whatever else takes your fancy.
Finding a job
Finding work will depend on many factors, including speaking Spanish reasonably fluently, and living on an island will depend on work opportunities. However, the Canary Islands have seven destinations for places to live and work, where the larger islands have greater potential for finding work or starting your own business, but the smaller islands could also appeal to those who seek a quieter place and have potential for creating new business ideas. Places where there are already expats from your own country helps, because they are likely to give help and support, and speak the same language.
If you intend to live and work on these islands – and many do for varying lengths of time – bar and other holiday employment is usually readily available. However, please be aware that these jobs are often temporary by nature, low paid, long hours and “cash in hand” with no state benefits attached. The only way to get these is to be either self-employed or to be employed on a contract basis.
The best advice for anyone moving to another country is to forget what you were at home, as it is highly unlikely that you will be offered a similar job in the Canary Islands and certainly not at the same rate of pay! Keep an open mind to take on anything that appeals, but try to utilise those skills and talents that you already have and you will be surprised at what you can do! If you have skills that would fit employment needs on the island, then check this out before arriving, such as teaching English as a foreign language. Many people earn an income through the Internet, so although fast broadband is available in the Canary Islands, this may not be available at all locations, so check this out if it is important to you.
If you speak Spanish, then finding work will be easier and will offer a legal contract that offers you medical, social security and other benefits. You will need a Spanish Fiscal Number (NIE) to find legal work and this can been obtained easily by talking to an English speaking lawyer.
A place to live
Buy or rent? If you are considering a permanent move to the islands or, indeed, to any part of Spain, you would be wise to consider renting a property for the first year or two. In that time it will become clearer where you would like to live. After all, would that glorious villa or apartment where you happily sunbathed on holiday really be suitable to live in all year round if you were working or living permanently on the island. A week or two of baking heat during the summer is glorious if you are on holiday, but could you really stand the heat permanently or the large electricity bills from the air conditioning? If you are not sure, then renting is easier and more flexible if the area you choose or island you choose does not meet your expectations. A rented property gives you the chance to get to know the island and the people that live there. Different customs, laws and traditions take time to get used to.
At the moment, house and apartment prices are, in common with most of Europe, falling and there are some good value purchases to be had. The best advice to offer a would-be purchaser is, before you do anything, find a good English-speaking lawyer to advise you upon the legal formalities that are needed in Spain. This is essential, so ask around, take advice from other expats, check with your consulate and do not rely only upon the legal services offered to you by real estate agents. You need your own lawyer to guide you through this all important purchase.
The seven inhabited islands offer different attractions to would-be expats, but more facilities are available on the larger islands. Did you know Las Palmas in Gran Canaria is the seventh largest city in Spain? Other capital cities also offer magnificent buildings, museums, theatre, orchestral performance, ballet, opera and art galleries. The larger islands also have large shopping centres and department stores, so residents lack nothing on these islands, but can also order online from fast broadband and get items delivered fairly quickly.
Many expats consider living in traditional Canarian towns or villages rather than the better known but more expensive tourist areas. Living in a tourist area that you know well makes people safe and comfortable, but you might want to live in an undiscovered village in the mountains that offers traditional style Canarian cottages and even cave homes at reasonable prices – if you fancy a quieter, getting away from it all lifestyle. Also, local workers will live in towns that offer better value properties for rent or purchase, so talk to local people to find out where they live, and check these locations out.
If you decide to buy a property, do visit a number of Spanish and Canarian Estate agents, and not just the British and German ones. Try to deal with a company that can speaks English – many agents in tourist areas of an island consider this to be essential and will ensure that a member of staff can help you in your own language. Remember to be as cautious when buying as you would be in your home country, and do not leave a hefty deposit with the estate agent. After all you wouldn’t even consider this at home, but many expats have in the past and a number have been known to lose their money when the company collapses.
Learn the language
No, it is not good enough just to speak English. Make an effort, and learn Spanish too!
An important aspect of life in any foreign country is to make an effort to learn the language. It is better if you make a serious commitment to learn Spanish before you move from your home country, but in any case it is helpful and always appreciated by the locals if you can say a few phrases in Spanish. Town Halls usually offer Spanish lessons in groups at reasonable charge and private tutors and language schools are readily available.
Education for children
When families move to the Canary Islands and have obtained a residence permit, children may join the local Canarian school. When children are young, this gives them access to learning another language and to make friends in their new country. Older children can finding learning another language quickly more difficult, while learning all school subjects in Spanish at the same time, and may need extra help to keep up with others in the class. Some families choose to send their children to English speaking schools, and some schools based in the Canary Islands also offer a curriculum similar to children’s home countries. There are schools that offer lessons in various languages, so check out what is available on the island of your choice.
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Health Care
If you are not a European national and you are not working with a legal contract, you either need to pay into the Spanish healthcare and social security system or take out private medical insurance. Medical care on the island – both private and state – is excellent and its hospitals have rightly gained a first class reputation for quality care both on the island and in Spain. There are also a number of very good private hospitals and clinics offering first class care.
If you are an EU citizen and are below the age of retirement and have no legal work contract, then you have no access to the Spanish national health care system, except for emergency treatment with the EU Health Card issued by each country. So EU citizens living in the Canary Islands need to have private health insurance, but it is now possible for EU residents to pay into the Spanish national health care service, and more information can be obtained from an English speaking lawyer.
If you are an EU citizen above the retirement age and plan to live in the Canary Islands you would be entitled to full health cover under the Spanish national health system, but you will need to provide evidence from the Work and Pensions Department and register this with the Canarian Social Security Office. You would also need an NIE number and a Certificate of Residency.
Consulate support
The range of support given to EU nationals has reduced over recent years, but there is useful information that can be accessed from their websites to give guidance about laws and regulations that can seem confusing to people when they first arrive in a new country. The consulate still provides emergency support and a telephone helpline at all times.
Enjoying life more and next steps
Many people find work on each of the Canary Islands that is linked to the tourist industry, but the opportunities to find work on the smaller islands are likely to be limited. So it is important to make sure you find employment before moving to the Canary Islands, or at least have enough money to live on until you find suitable work.
Remember too that, unless you are very fortunate, you will not make a lot of money in the Canary Islands. However, what you will achieve is a more contented and healthier lifestyle in the sun, with a much lower cost of living. Water, electricity, council tax, car tax and main bills tend to be lower, and you will have more time and the possibility of enjoying all year sunshine, beaches and outdoor living.
Remember to prepare effectively for your intended move, including learning the language, and reading as much information as you can about your intended destination. We can help you if you subscribe to our online newspaper which is FREE to subscribers of this website. Go to news.thecanaryislander.com for further information, or enter your email address in the link provided.
For more information about living and working in Spain and the Canary Islands, you may wish to download copies of the ‘Letters from the Atlantic’ series of books, which are written to assist expats, and those thinking about living a new life in the sun. These are available from all good book retailers, Waterstones, and Amazon, as well as in Kindle editions.
Sustainable and Ethical Ecotourism in the Canary Islands
Overview
Gain experience in marine conservation, hospitality and environmental education in beautiful Tenerife AND get career training from Conservation Careers!
Gain experience in both hospitality and marine conservation on this volunteering program based in Spain’s Canary Islands. Your volunteer work in Tenerife will focus on environmental education aimed at some of the many international tourists who visit the island each year. You’ll help these visitors to understand why they should choose an ethical whale and dolphin watching tour operator, and how they can do so. You’ll also educate the tourists about a range of other marine conservation topics such as why and how to keep beaches free of plastic.
Overview
Do you love the sea and want to contribute to conserving the world’s oceans and marine life? Are you not a fan of science or research-heavy tasks? Maybe you’re more of a people person and are considering a career in something like hospitality? Our Sustainable and Ethical Ecotourism volunteering program based on the island of Tenerife might be the right choice for you.
As a popular tourism destination, the island of Tenerife receives an estimated five million international visitors annually. Given the island’s natural resources and proximity to Europe it’s no wonder this island attracts so many visitors. Visitors like its subtropical climate, year-round warm waters and sunshine. Not to mention its beaches, 400 metres of coastline, and whale and dolphin watching tours where you might spot up to 28 different species. But while these resources attract visitors, the visitors put a strain on these resources. Effectively managing both international tourism and conservation is what sustainable, ethical and responsible ecotourism is all about.
Part of your volunteer work in Tenerife will be to educate tourists about the importance of choosing an ethical whale and dolphin watching tour provider. You’ll also teach them how to do that. Many of these ethical boats can be spotted because they are marked by the Blue Flag, a certification granted to them by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE). Certain beaches in Tenerife are also given these certifications.
You might also have the opportunity to engage with tourists over other topics related to sustainable, ethical and responsible ecotourism. For example: Why is it important to keep beaches clean? Or, why is swimming with dolphins unethical, and now illegal in Spanish territories such as the Canary Islands?
You’ll also participate in an ethical whale and dolphin watching program with a purpose – by studying the impact of environmental threats on these marine animals. Cleaning beaches of plastic pollution, fishing nets and other debris is also a part of this program.
Please note that this is not a diving program, although you can go for a recreational dive during your free time.
Highlights
Learn what working in sustainable ecotourism is really like and get hands-on work experience in this field without needing any prior experience or a specific qualification.
Earn transferable skills, such as intercultural collaboration, that are important in hospitality, marine conservation as well as a host of other professions.
Contribute directly to effective marine conservation efforts.
Experience one of Europe’s top tourist destinations.
Live and work with other volunteers from around the world who share your interest in marine conservation and adventure travel.
Our Award-winning Partner
Conservation Careers has teamed up with an award-winning, mission-driven organisation with a team of passionate experts across the globe who will make your experience a truly unforgettable one.
Founded in 1998, they run programs in 21 locations, in 13 countries around the world, each aligned to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals as well as the objectives of local partners. They welcome participants from all around the world and help facilitate their development into global citizens. This is how they achieve their mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.
Their commitment to running high-quality sustainable development and experiential education programs has earned them recognition from numerous organizations such as Panthera, the Seychelles Parks & Gardens Authority, as well as Stanford, NYU, Duke, and Ohio State.
If you register your interest below, you’ll put you in touch with our partner to take the booking and to plan your trip!
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Location and life on base
Our base in the Canary Islands is located on the island of Tenerife. It’s situated near the three main harbours where visitors board Tenerife’s famous whale and dolphin watching tours.
The base is a basic but comfortable house with ample space to spread out for training, working through project data or just relaxing after a busy day. We cultivate a family atmosphere on base, cooking as well as tidying duties are shared on a rotation basis among staff and participants.
Depending on the weather conditions, participants can look forward to boat trips on the Atlantic Ocean to monitor the whales and dolphins found around Tenerife. On other days, participants might collect data on other marine species or conduct beach surveys, plastic pollution clean-ups or environmental awareness sessions with tourists visiting Tenerife. Participants will often start their mornings early with training, carrying out surveys or capturing collected data from marine research. Evenings are spent enjoying a meal and being debriefed on the activities of the day. Afterwards, there’s time to sit back and relax while chatting with your fellow participants.
Accommodation
Participants sleep in dorm rooms that can accommodate 4–6 people. Bathrooms with showers and flush toilets are shared. The accommodation is equipped with electricity and running water.
Meals
Staff and participants take it in turns to prepare meals according to a rota. Meals are usually simple but healthy, combining the flavours of Canary Island ingredients. Breakfasts may include cereals, eggs, toast, pancakes and fresh fruit. Depending on the preferences of participants, lunch and dinner options vary, but favourites include curries, pastas, salads and stir-fries. Participants can also buy their own snacks in town.
Transportation
A staff member will be at the airport to welcome you. From there, we’ll provide a transfer to our base location. Transport is also provided for project work unless the project site is within walking distance. On weekends, participants can visit local tourist attractions on foot, by bus or by taxi.
Communication
Wi-Fi is available on base for participants to use and there’s decent phone signal reception. Internet cafes can also be found in town.
Climate
Tenerife has a warm and pleasant climate, which is just one of the reasons why it’s such a popular year-round tourist destination. With an average temperature of 18–24 °C (64–75 °F) during the months of December, January and February and 24–28 °C (75–82 °F) during the months of June, July and August, most days are sunny and precipitation is minimal, except in the mountains.
Your impact
All of our programs have short, mid and long-term objectives that fit with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs. This enables us to report on our collaborative impact across the world in a streamlined manner, measuring which UN SDGs we are making a substantial contribution to. Furthermore, this will help our local partners and communities measure and visualise their contribution to the UN SDGs.
Upon arrival to base, you will be educated about the history of the UN SDGs. You will learn about the specific goals of your location, the long-, mid- and short-term objectives, and also clarification of how your personal, shorter-term involvement contributes to these goals on a global level.
Our aim is to educate you on local and global issues, so that you continue to act as active global citizens after your program, helping to fulfil our mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.
Tenerife is a popular tourist destination seeing up to five million international visitors a year. Many come to experience the biodiversity of this island. The region is known for its large population of whales and dolphins. The presence of sea turtles and other marine species make it an appealing location for tourists.
While tourism is the island’s largest source of income, the influx of tourists can lead to boat traffic, overfishing and excess waste on the island. Our partner works with local whale watching tour providers and other local organisations to monitor the impact of tourism on the marine environment to ensure that it’s managed in a sustainable and ethical way. In addition to tourism, the impact of other human activities on marine life is also monitored. The team in Tenerife collects data, inputs the information into databases and submits reports to local authorities to assist them with making decisions concerning marine resource management.
Whale and dolphin surveys
Our team monitors and collects data on whales, dolphins and other marine species spotted in the waters surrounding Tenerife. Movements and behaviours are recorded and photos are taken of sightings for later identification and cataloguing. The location is also mapped. All data collected is inputted into databases that contribute to ongoing research used by the government of the Canary Islands for local decision-making. Data analysed over time show trends which can be used for making further recommendations on tourism practices, fishing regulations, waste management and other factors impacting the marine and coastal environments of the Canary Islands. Our partner produces quarterly and annual reports to communicate research findings and other relevant updates.
Marine plastic pollution and beach cleanups
The team in Tenerife maintains an ongoing commitment to contributing towards waste management initiatives in the Canary Islands. They work with local communities and tourists to minimise plastic and other waste products. This work includes removing marine debris while on coastal surveys, and organising beach clean-ups.
Sustainable tourism and community awareness
Contributing to sustainable tourism by raising environmental awareness is a critical element of the program in the Canary Islands. Since tourism is the largest industry in the Canary Islands, it’s important that local communities and visiting tourists understand the impact of tourism on the environment and how they can contribute to sustainable practices. One of the ways in which this is actioned is for our staff and participants to join tourists on their whale watching tours and speak to them about ethical, sustainable and responsible ecotourism practices. The team also joins local communities on the beach and gets involved in local beach clean-up efforts.
Community engagement and environmental education
Our partner works with local communities to increase community engagement and awareness regarding local environmental initiatives. The team arranges beach clean-ups with the local community and facilitates environmental education workshops and mobile classrooms. Topics covered in these sessions include marine conservation, science and research; marine mammals and marine and coastal plastic waste pollution and management.
The main United Nations Sustainable Development Goal the Canary Islands team contributes towards is #14, Life Below Water.
Canary Islands long-term objectives
1. Provide a long-term and consistent collection of data, assessing the populations and behaviours of whale, dolphin and other marine species in the waters surrounding Tenerife. This is to be used for local sustainable tourism practices and coastal marine management and for a larger international understanding of changing marine ecosystems.
2. Increase the scientific output and awareness of the project through the publication of findings.
3. Assist with local marine and coastal waste management efforts through data collection, cleaning up beaches and other habitats and raising awareness around the importance of marine and coastal conservation as well as best practices in sustainability.
4. Raising awareness among tourists about sustainable and ethical tourism practices.
Exploration
Joining a program not only allows participants to collaborate with communities or work toward preserving unique ecosystems but it also offers plenty of opportunities to explore the surrounding area or travel further to see what other parts of the region have to offer.
Long term field staff are a great source of advice, and have helped us put together the following information on local travel options. Many decide to travel before or after their experience (subject to immigration restrictions), solidifying the lifetime friendships established on program. Please note that the below suggestions are not included in the program fee, and are for the individual to organise at their own expense.
Weekend trips
La Laguna Wander the streets of this historical town to see the most colourful and well-preserved buildings on the island of Tenerife.
Macizo de Anaga Biosphere Reserve This reserve has been recognised as a UNESCO biosphere reserve since 2015 and contains the largest number of endemic species in Europe. It’s also a great place to enjoy scenic views.
Recreational diving or snorkeling There are plenty of opportunities to go for a recreational dive or snorkel in your free time and observe Tenerife’s famous diversity of marine life.
Beaches Visit Tenerife island’s many beaches with sands ranging from golden yellow to volcanic black.
Teide National Park This UNESCO World Heritage Siteboasts the highest mountain in all of Spain, the Pico del Teide volcano. Take a cable car up the mountain during the day or go star gazing at night.
Further travels
Spain
Spain is only about a three-hour flight from the Canary Islands and features warm weather, even more beaches and adventure activities. Enjoy the diversity of the iconic Spanish snacks known as tapas, experience the music and dance of Flamenco and see the artistic expression of Picasso, Dali, Goya and Gaudi on display. For those interested in cultural history, you can visit Spain’s more than 40 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Outer Island visits
The Canary Islands archipelago is made up of many islands and islets. Besides Tenerife there are also seven other main islands that are well worth the visit. They are: Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, La Gomera, La Graciosa, El Hierro, Lanzarote and La Palma. These locations can be much more remote and are less popular with tourists. As such, their natural environments are in a pristine condition rarely found anywhere in the world today This gives you the opportunity to observe marine life and wildlife left relatively undisturbed by human activities.
Cultural immersion
Engaging intimately with a new context teaches not only global awareness but adaptability and critical thinking, skills highly valued in the modern marketplace. Local and cultural immersion is encouraged on all our programs around the world, and is also one of the most enjoyable aspects of your experience. Luckily, there are many activities you can get involved with in your free time, or before and after your program. On our community programs the focus is on cultural topics, while on marine or wildlife programs the emphasis is more on the environmental element. Use your evenings and weekends to explore diverse and eclectic topics like Theravada Buddhism in Laos or how plastic pollution and climate change affects Indian Ocean coral.
Marine life and wildlife
The waters of the Atlantic surrounding the Canary Islands are home to resident species of whales and dolphins such as short-finned pilot whales and bottle-nosed dolphins. They also act as a passage for other migratory whales and dolphins species such as striped dolphins. These volcanic islands boast a series of distinctive microclimates which has led to the formation of a characteristic biodiversity. There are many endemic species such as the Atlantic Canary bird, the Tenerife Blue Chaffinch bird, the Canary Big-eared bat and the dragon tree.
Crafts and music
The Canary Islands have a strong tradition of creating local crafts, with the different islands often specialising in a particular craftwork. On the islands of Tenerife and La Gomera you can find basketware and pottery made in the Guanche style, as well as Vilaflor lacework. Also on La Gomera and the islands of El Hierro and La Palma you can find woven rugs. On Gran Canaria and Lanzarote islands you’ll find a small ukulele-style instrument known as a timple, that’s a symbol of the musical heritage of the Canary Islands, and can often be heard at traditional parties and dances.
Festivals and celebrations
There are many festivals held throughout the year in the Canary Islands. The most notable is the Santa de Cruz carnival, held on Tenerife in February. A different theme is chosen for this festival each year by a public vote. In January, music lovers can experience The Canary Islands Music Festival and those interested in local traditions and food can visit in November to experience the Festival of San Andrés.
Languages
The majority of Canary Island residents speak their own dialect of Spanish known as Canarian Spanish. However, these days, many people also speak English and it’s the second most commonly spoken language on the islands. Many people also understand German.
Experiences
During your program, you’ll also have the opportunity to experience tailor-made adventure and wellness activities. These have been specially designed to further immerse you in the diversity and richness of the habitats and cultures around you.
Exclusive local experiences:
Learn to make delicious Canarian dishes
Tour Old Town Tenerife’s 15th century port
Learn about the our galaxy
Bike across an active volcano
Kayak and snorkel in paradise
Hike prehistorical micro-climates and laurel forests
Cable car up an active volcano
Explore an ancient tropical forest
BONUS! Conservation Career Kick-Starter online training programme (worth £295)
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The Conservation Career Kick-Starter is a proven step-by-step system to get clear, get ready, and get hired as a professional conservationist.
Whether you’re at university and planning your next steps, a graduate in the job hunt or working in an unrelated job but interested to switch into conservation, this course is designed to help you.
After going through the course, you’ll have created a personal career plan which will give you confidence in your job hunt and will make everything quicker, simpler and more fun!
All you need to do is register your interest in the project below, and if you choose to make a booking we’ll save a place for you on the Kick-Starter when you get back from your placement.
Included with the Kick-Starter is a year’s full-access to the world’s biggest conservation job board with over 15,000 jobs, plus access to our private online support community, CC Pro.
All necessary project training by experienced staff
Location orientation
Long term experienced staff
Meals while on project (except on work placements for long term internships)
Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
Welcome meeting
Increasing Employability: Pre Departure Program Training:
Our programs are not only life-changing experiences but are also designed to help participants increase their employability. We have developed a curriculum to be completed prior to arrival in the country in order to ensure that more time is dedicated to program work once you commence your volunteer program.
Eight weeks prior to your start date, you will complete the following online courses in preparation for your in-country program:
In order to obtain a certificate for the Marine Conservation course which is endorsed by the University of Richmond and UNC Charlotte, you will need to complete quizzes & assignments and will be given 4 weeks post program to submit your work.
If you are looking to travel in less than 8 weeks from now, you will still complete the course however this will be done in country and all content will need to be downloaded before arrival.
Health & Hygiene:
The work we contribute to across the globe remains important and new measures allow our participants to continue to join our programs and continue impacting positively on their world and the communities we work with. Changes to our existing protocols have been made by our health and hygiene team to strengthen our health and hygiene protocols and ensure that international standard safeguards are in place to protect our participants, staff and host communities. Please inquire for more information on the protocols.
What’s not included
Additional drinks and gratuities
COVID-19: Health and Hygiene Fee
Extra local excursions
Flights
International and domestic airport taxes
Medical and travel insurance
Personal items and toiletries
Police or background check
Visa costs (where necessary)
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How to get a job in the Canary Islands? Quick guide for everyone, foreigners and Spaniards – ALinks
Everyone who wants to get a job in the Canary Islands must first find a job in the Canary Islands. A job site such as InfoJobs in the province of Las Palmas, Oficina Empleo in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, or Milanuncios in the Canary Islands is a good place to start.
You can search for recruitment or placement agencies in the Canary Islands. You can also look for jobs in Facebook groups in the Canary Islands or in Spain.
After you find a job, you may need a work permit. You can do this from abroad or in Spain. Spanish citizens do not need a work permit to get a job. Citizens of a European Union (EU) country also do not need a work permit to work in the Canary Islands or Spain. In most cases, any other nationality will need to apply for a work permit. You can do this with your new employer or placement agency. Read more about how to find a job in the Canary Islands and how to get a work permit in Spain, read below.
The Canaries include the provinces of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas. Sometimes when you are looking for work in all of the Canary Islands, you will have to look for work in both of these provinces.
How to get a job in the Canary Islands?
The first step to getting a job in the Canary Islands is to look for a job in the Canary Islands. Find out where to look for work in the Canary Islands in the sections below. If you have a job offer, you may need to apply for a work permit or work visa with your employer or on your own. You will most likely not need any permission if you are a resident of Spain or an EU citizen.
In most cases, you apply for a work permit from your new employer, company or employment agency. They will make you a visa to enter the country if you are not already in Spain.
If you have an employer who can sponsor you. You will need to collect all the documents in order to obtain a work permit or work visa.
Find a job first, and only then will you think about a work permit if you need it.
How to find a job in the Canary Islands?
You can find jobs in the Canary Islands by searching online for jobs in the Canary Islands. You can find a job either in a company, or in a recruitment agency, or through an employment agency.
Most of the following websites or apps are in Spanish. If you need, use Google Translate or any other translation service to view them.
Job sites in the Canary Islands
Many employment websites can help you find a job in the Canary Islands. Some focus on specific professions and industries. A good start is to search for jobs on these popular job sites.
Baidu, Google, Naver, Sogou, Yandex, or any other search engine can be a good place to start your job search. You can search for the job you want. This could be, for example, “Builder in the Canary Islands” or “Nanny in the Canary Islands.” Use the language you are comfortable speaking. Do not stop at the first pages and delve into the search. You’ll instantly get an idea of what’s going on around you and which job sites are best for your needs.
Google Maps, Baidu Maps, Naver Maps, 2GIS, or any other mapping application can help you find employers near you or abroad. Look for an organization that could offer you a job. For example, you might search for “Retail in the Canary Islands” or “Shopping Center in the Canary Islands”.
Facebook groups can also be an option to start seeing what’s around you. You can search Facebook groups that talk about the Canary Islands or work.
InfoJobs in the province of Las Palmas is one of the most popular job sites in the Canary Islands.
Indeed Spain in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is another popular job site in the Canary Islands. Sister of the major US job search site Indeed.
Juble Canary Islands is another of the most popular job sites in the Canary Islands.
Infoempleo in the province of Las Palmas is another of the most popular job sites in the Canary Islands.
EURES (European Employment Services) is a network of job portals created by the European Commission. He wants to facilitate free movement within the European Economic Area.
If you are from the EU or EFTA (these are Norway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland and Iceland). You can search for jobs in the Canary Islands on the EURES website. You can post your resume. Get advice on legal and administrative issues related to working in the Canary Islands. You can look for work in any other EU or EFTA country.
Oficina Empleo in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife Spanish Job Search Portal. He has job listings in the Canary Islands.
Option Empleo in the Canary Islands is another job site in the Canary Islands.
Trabajos.com in the Canary Islands is another job site in the Canary Islands.
Jobs Busco in the province of Las Palmas is another job site in the Canary Islands.
Technoempleo in the Canary Islands is designed to work in the field of IT, technology and telecommunications.
State Employment Services
Slot machine State State Employment Service ( State Employment Service ) or SEPE contains information about vacancies, training courses and advice on finding a job.
imitate is a public job portal. It is also a job bank with thousands of open and private job offers.
Sistema Nacional de Empleo is the government portal for local jobs and vacancies. The Autonomous Communities also have employment offices throughout the country. SEPE website for local addresses.
Jobs in the Canary Islands for graduates
country of graduates is a job site for graduates.
iAgora site for those who are looking for an internship.
Primer Empleo in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife about finding first jobs, internships, scholarships and jobs for students with no experience.
Jobs in the Canary Islands for English speakers
You can search for jobs in the Canary Islands on job sites in an English speaking country. Jobs Guardian is an example for the UK.
Local in the Canaries Daily news of the Canary Islands in English.
These websites support professionals moving abroad. Most of the jobs listed are for people with a degree or with qualifying experience. You can also speak English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Spanish or Chinese.
Michael Page is an international executive recruitment website. The site is aimed at high-paying job seekers.
eFinancialCareers is a search engine for financial jobs on the Internet.
More useful websites for finding jobs in the Canary Islands
These are more websites that can be helpful when you are looking for a job.
Milanuncios in the Canary Islands is a popular classifieds site in the Canary Islands. They have a section on employment.
Tablon De Anuncios in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is another popular classifieds site in the Canary Islands. They have a section on employment.
NoticiasTrabajo.es is a popular website with a lot of information about working in Spain. You can find new job opportunities for government positions.
extension about employment news and the labor market in Spain.
Facebook groups and other social networks for job hunting in the Canary Islands
Facebook groups help you connect with people about jobs in the Canary Islands. The following links are some of the Facebook groups I found, but you can find more.
Gran Canaria Jobs Wanted and Offered
Gran Canaria Digital Nomads
You can use your favorite social media to find groups that talk about jobs or the Canary Islands.
LinkedIn Spain is also a popular choice when looking for online jobs.
Any social network or communication platform can help you find a job in the Canary Islands. This could be, for example, Instagram or any WhatsApp group of people in the Canary Islands.
Recruitment agencies in the Canary Islands
Recruitment agency receives a job description from an employer who needs a person. Then the recruitment agency is looking for a person for this job.
Employment agencies are looking for qualified workers to match the vacant position. A skilled worker has some experience and certifications to work in a particular role. Examples might be a nurse, an accountant, a cook, a construction worker, or a truck driver.
Recruitment agencies specialize in certain sectors. This could be nursing, computing, engineering, nursing, accounting, food service, construction, or other sectors. Sometimes the agency may contact you first if they are having a hard time finding people.
You can find a recruitment agency that can help you find a job that matches your skills. You can type “recruitment agency near Canary Islands” on Google Maps or any other mapping website. There you can find a list of good agencies you can contact. If you are not in the Canary Islands, you can look for local staffing agencies in your area. They can help you find work in the Canary Islands.
Employment agencies, temporary agencies, temporary employment agencies, recruitment agencies in the Canary Islands
Employment agencies employ people. The agency hires you to work for another company. Employment agencies can be temporary agencies (temporary employment agencies) or recruitment agencies. The Employment Agency registers job seekers, applicants. The agency then contacts employers who have vacancies for the new person. These agencies may hire new workers for new jobs. Agencies hire these new jobs from other companies. The employment agency will help any job seeker. Unskilled workers are more likely to find work with an employment agency. The unskilled worker has neither the qualifications nor the work experience he wants. They have recently graduated from high school, or they are changing the industry, or they are new to the region. These agencies specialize in certain sectors. This could be nursing, computing, engineering, nursing, accounting, food service, construction, or other sectors. Agencies offer full-time jobs, part-time jobs, temporary jobs, seasonal jobs, or freelance jobs. If, for example, you type “employment agency near the Canary Islands” on Google Maps, Baidu Maps or any other mapping website. You can find a list of good agencies that you can contact. If you are not in the Canary Islands, you can look for local employment agencies in your area. They can help you find work in the Canary Islands.
Please note that you do not have to pay the agency when it finds a job for you. So be careful when an agency asks you for money. Registered agencies are located at
Sistema Nacional de Empleo website of the Fair Sign.
Ask around you about working in the Canary Islands
Connect, ask and find opportunities among your contacts. Talk to friends of friends of people who may have traveled or worked in the Canary Islands or Spain. You will see that some of your friends or family members know someone who knows someone.
You can send an email to local businesses and companies about jobs in the Canary Islands.
You can search for companies and local businesses in the Canary Islands. A simple tool for this can be any mapping application or mapping website. Below is an example of a Google Maps search for “industry near the Canary Islands”.
Explore the Canary Islands in search of job opportunities
If you are in the Canary Islands, you can explore the area and see what job opportunities are around you. You can search for organizations and businesses around you and visit them. For example, below is a Google Maps search for “market near the Canary Islands”. You can visit these places to apply for vacancies.
Finding Employment Schemes
You can apply for an employment program or an employment support program that can help you find a job. These programs may be local or national. They may only be open to residents of Spain, but may be open to foreigners as well. You need to look for a program that matches your profile. You can look for employment schemes at your local government or embassy. You can search for “Canary Islands Job Scheme” or “Spain Job Program”.
How to get a job in Spain? A quick guide for everyone, foreigners and Spaniards
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Work and vacation: ideal places for remote work in Spain
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Are you planning to travel to Spain for remote work? If you want to change your lifestyle and work in a different and completely safe environment, enjoying nature, beaches, culture, gastronomy and a good climate, in Spain you will find several destinations that offer just such conditions for work. Locations with excellent climate, time zone compatibility with most countries, first-class infrastructure and direct connections to major cities in Europe. Forget about stress and everyday routine, change your working conditions and discover Spain at the same time.
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Canary Islands
If you’ve ever dreamed of living in paradise, you may well have imagined an island. This Spanish archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic is made up of eight islands that will enchant you with their volcanic landscapes, beaches and thousand-year-old laurel forests. In addition, four national parks await you here, cloudless skies (one of the best in the world for stargazing) and ideal temperatures that range from 18ºC in February to 25ºC in August. This climate is called “eternal spring”.
All islands have high speed internet access. Smaller islands such as Hierro or Gomera are a real oasis of calm, while larger ones such as Tenerife or Gran Canaria have lively cities where life is in full swing. In them you will also find many places for coworking space where you can network with other professionals and develop your creativity. Some of them offer Spanish lessons, digital marketing courses, and after work or weekend activities.
On the other hand, there are more and more hotels on these islands offering special rates for long stay rentals. Thus, in addition to work, you will be able to use the services of hotels such as a swimming pool, gym or spa. Here you can also find 9 different options0850 co-living for living together with other professionals in different rooms without violating each other’s personal space.
The cost of living on these islands is lower compared to other European cities. In addition, they are connected to each other through international airports such as Gran Canaria and South and North Tenerife. As a result, the reference platform Nomad List has ranked the Canary Islands among the world’s top remote work destinations.
Read more: https://www. holaislascanarias.com/teletrabajar-desde-las-islas-canarias/
https://www.tenerifeworkandplay.com/
https://www.nomadcity.org/
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Balearic Islands
We will now move from the shores of the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, which also offers ideal conditions for digital nomads who want to lead a more relaxed lifestyle. Fabulous bays with turquoise water, yacht excursions and excellent Mediterranean cuisine have long been the hallmark of these islands. Among the benefits of working remotely in the city of Palma de Mallorca, it is worth noting excellent connectivity, developed infrastructure and picturesque cities such as Soller, Deia, Valldemossa and others located nearby.
On these islands, hotels are increasingly offering all-inclusive or day-only stays, including remote work spaces. Palma de Mallorca has plenty of space for co-working space – both in the city center and in trendy neighborhoods such as Santa Catalina.
The presence of three international airports and comfortable temperatures all year round will be another argument to choose these islands for remote work.
Read more: https://www.nomadsinmallorca.com/
A girl looks out from a balcony in Valencia, Valencian Community
Valencian Community
This part of Spain’s east coast enjoys the same favorable Mediterranean climate. There are three cities here that are perfect for work and vacation. First of all, this is Valencia – a large city with a beach, famous for its cultural traditions and excellent cuisine. In addition, it has excellent transport links thanks to the airport, the port and the high-speed train line (which makes it easy to get to Madrid in just over an hour and a half). There are housing options for long-term remote work, co-working spaces with offices and conference rooms, companies that organize your stay, and even Valencia Club Cocina, a place to organize gastronomic events to strengthen team spirit. A little further south, in the Alicante region and also by the sea, are the cities of Alicante (with the impressive castle of Santa Barbara) and Benidorm, with more than 300 sunny days a year and good transport links with other European countries thanks to the international airport of Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez . It is worth noting that Alicante was chosen as the headquarters of the International Congress on Teleworking and Digital Nomads, has an optimal fiber optic network and 5G. In addition, technological transformation projects such as Distrito Digital and Alicante Futura have been developed here. For its part, Benidorm offers a free Wi-Fi network on the promenades of Poniente and Levante beaches, as well as in the old town. In addition, there are many adapted bars and restaurants and a large community of digital nomads. Read more: https://blog.visitvalencia.com/teletrabajar-en-valenciahttps://www.alicanteturismo.com/teletrabajar-en-alicante/ https://www.visitbenidorm.es/ver/5754/nomadas-digitales-.html
A girl enjoys the view from the Gibralfaro viewpoint in Malaga, Andalusia
Andalusia
Long established as a holiday destination in southern Spain due to its good climate and rich cultural heritage (Seville, Córdoba, Granada, Malaga, etc.), this is also a great option for remote work. In particular, in Malaga, the birthplace of the famous artist Pablo Picasso, you can visit many museums dedicated to his work, and tourist attractions such as the Alcazaba, the cathedral or the famous Marques de Larios street, where you can go shopping. In addition, the Málaga WorkBay project has been developed here, with which you can get information about places for coworking space and after work activities. You can also use softlanding and aftercare to help you find a place to live and work, manage contracts and get the necessary documentation to live or drive, and integrate your family into the local environment. On your days off, you can tour Andalusia or even spend the season in other coastal areas also equipped with spacious and modern workspaces overlooking the sea, such as Zahara de los Atunes (Cádiz). Read more: https:// www.malagaworkbay.com/
Lakes of Covadonga in the Picos de Europa National Park, Asturias
Asturias
The northern part of the country, with its impressive nature, is also a great place to relax. It is no coincidence that it is called “Green Spain”. One destination that has always been a hit is Asturias, where you can take scenic routes through the Picos de Europa, visit idyllic spots like the Covadonga lakes, or taste the famous Asturian cuisine. Cities like Gijón and Oviedo, as well as natural areas and rural areas like Somiedo, offer great places to work ( co-working spaces with high-speed Wi-Fi connection, ready-to-work laboratories with an office, conference rooms, etc.). Here you can also find different technology communities, funding, as well as various models for business and living. Read more: https://www.safeworkparadise.es/es/
Left to right: girls in Madrid and Barcelona with their remote work devices
Madrid and Barcelona
These are the largest cities in Spain and also a good option if you want to change your surroundings without giving up visiting exhibitions, festivals and various events and want to have many shops and restaurants nearby. In both Madrid and Barcelona, many hotels already offer their customers scenic workspaces, breakfasts, high-speed Wi-Fi, unlimited coffee, meeting rooms, entertainment options and more. Follow the links to find a variety of options. for co-working and after work activities that might interest you. Read more: https://www.barcelonaturisme.com/wv3/es/page/3165/workation.html https://www.esmadrid.com/teletrabajo-madrid
Jobs and vacancies in Tenerife for Russians and Ukrainians in 2022
The Canaries, despite the crisis, are still a popular holiday destination for Russians. Travelers are attracted by the bright sun, unique rocky black sand beaches, diving and paragliding. Working on the largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife is a tempting prospect for those who don’t want to leave the tropical paradise and return to the urban concrete jungle to slush and traffic jams.
What awaits a migrant in Tenerife?
The Canary Islands is a free economic zone, so prices here are lower than in Moscow.
For example, chicken costs about 1.5 euros per kilogram, and bananas only 60 cents! On the forums they write that fruits can be eaten in unlimited quantities, as they just grow on trees on the streets.
Clothing and cosmetics are also cheap, lunch for two in a cafe will cost 15-20 euros, but portions, according to reviews, allow you to fill up to satiety. Alcohol is very cheap.
Speaking of housing, you need to understand that the resort has 2 categories of prices: for visitors and for their own.
A native (or someone who has been living on the island for several months) can rent a decent apartment (not on the coast) starting from 300 – 350 euros per month. True, the Internet is expensive.
It can only be done after the local police issues a special identification number – NIE. By law, this code is only issued to property owners, but this rule is not always strictly enforced.
Other features to note are the opening hours of the shops. You will have to stock up on groceries and everything you need in advance: Sunday is a day off in almost all retail outlets, there are no 24-hour supermarkets. The period from 2 to 5 p.m. is a siesta, everything is closed and you can’t buy anything.
Siesta is a sacred tradition for the Spaniards
The resort has a lot of entertainment, including free ones: swimming in the sea, walking in national parks, catching fish and sea urchins. True, fishing is officially prohibited, but you don’t often meet law enforcement officers in deserted bays. In a word, for a comfortable life in the Canary Islands, you do not need to spend a lot of money.
How to get permission and open a visa?
In order to officially get a job in the Canary Islands, you will need to obtain permission from the Spanish consulate.
There are 2 types of this document:
For hired service (cuenta ajena), category B or C. This paper is issued if the migrant has already entered into a contract with his future employer, and he draws up a call for him. Variety B is issued for a maximum period of up to 1 year and allows you to engage in a specific type of activity in a specific area. After a year, you can extend employment for 2 years. After this period, the foreigner is issued category C, which allows him to work on the territory of the entire state.
Please note that it is not easy for an employer to obtain a certificate that will allow them to employ a newcomer. To do this, he will need to prove that not a single native has agreed to take this position. The confirmation is a letter from the employment service.
There are invitations for one person (Regimen general), and for a group of at least 5 people (Procedimiento contingente).
For self-employment (Autonomo), category D. This implies that the migrant will not take jobs from local citizens, but plans to open his own company. It is necessary to provide the consulate with a business plan of the project translated into Spanish, as well as a diploma of education, a license to operate and certificates confirming qualifications and knowledge of the language.
A work visa is issued on the basis of an invitation issued by the employer. Speaking about the features that relate to the activities of the Spanish embassy, it should be noted that in all cases the personal presence of the applicant is mandatory.
A medical certificate and a certificate of no criminal record must be translated into Spanish, certified by a notary and the consulate general. Be sure to affix the Hague Apostille, fill out the form and pay the fee.
Can I work if my visa has expired?
Sometimes vacationers are tempted to stay on the island longer than planned. When the money supply runs out, former tourists take up informal jobs, without a work permit.
This is quite real and not scary, since the police on the island do not practice checking passports without a reason. Some even fly to the mainland, to Spain, referring to the fact that documents are not checked at the airport.
But still, all the rules for working in Spain apply to the islands, so even with the loyal attitude of the authorities, there is still a chance that the documents will be checked.
A common way to earn money for programmers and designers is to work remotely. Freelancers often live in Tenerife (including those with expired visas) and work via the Internet. By the way, the Spanish sites are not made of very high quality, so Russian developers have an advantage when competing with local residents.
Since the Canaries is a free economic zone, after three years of living there, you can apply for resident status and a residence permit. This is exactly what the majority is counting on: to wait out this time with an expired visa, and then confirm their status in accordance with the law.
Jobs for Russians, Ukrainians, Belarusians
In 2021, workers in the tourism industry are still the most in demand. First of all, these are organizers of excursions, animators, guides, instructors in active sports (diving, surfing, paragliding).
On the Internet and in local newspapers, there are constantly offers for service personnel: maids, waitresses, bartenders, kitchen workers.
Lack of a permit is not always a problem, many employers go along and turn a blind eye to violations.
Russian-speaking guide in the Canary Islands is a sought-after profession
Another area of activity in Tenerife is real estate agencies. Many migrants are engaged in renting and selling apartments, earning good money.
Real estate in Tenerife
Work in Tenerife for Russians is available in the field of construction. Engineers and managers are not needed, but working specialties are in demand. There are always vacancies for masons, carpenters, electricians, drivers, mechanics are needed. There are not enough sellers in shops and souvenir shops. The Spaniards prefer to open their own business, but willingly invite others to work behind the counter.
Jobs in Spain 2022: search, salaries, vacancies, details
Spain is a sunny country with numerous resorts and a warm climate. A large flow of tourists is pushing locals to open more and more hotels, inns, and catering establishments. For foreigners, this is a great opportunity to find a job in Spain for the summer or on a permanent basis in order to earn good money.
But also many people start looking for vacancies in this European country in order to successfully immigrate and get a residence permit. You can learn more about all immigration opportunities in this article.
Spain’s immigration rates have been on the rise in recent years.¹ But you may be wary of high unemployment (the second highest rate in the EU)² and competition between job candidates. In this article, you will learn where to look for a job in Spain, which regions and professions to pay attention to, how much you can earn, and some important nuances.
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How to find a job in Spain? Ways
Yes, the unemployment rate is higher than in most European countries.
But you have surely noticed a place in the sun for yourself and you are not afraid of competition, right? Moreover, the unemployment rate is still decreasing over the years.
Therefore, a foreigner can find a job in Spain, and there is no need to despair. You can look at the areas that fill the list of missing candidates (not covered enough by the citizens of the country):
IT
Automotive
Health and finance
Chemical industry
Tourism
Agriculture
Teaching
Translations
Seasonal work
Jobs in Spain are posted on various portals. To protect yourself and come to the country for employment legally, you need to choose an employer on proven resources. To search for vacancies, jobs in Spain are suitable:
specialized sites (examples below)
agencies
portals with job vacancies in Spain for the summer
internal relocation programs
your acquaintances
And now about each option in more detail.
Job search sites
Job options in Spain for Russians, Ukrainians and citizens of other countries can be found on the special Spanish platform Empléate. More than 30 thousand vacancies are presented here, more than 40 thousand companies are registered.
In addition to the official employment portal, other resources are suitable for job search:
Glassdoor website. More than a million vacancies are posted on the site, you can anonymously find out information about wages, study employee reviews about working in a particular company.
Site spain.hh.ru. On the resource you can post a resume and try to find a job.
Site – Experteer.es.
Infojobs Portal.
Also, many vacancies are posted on the sites: indeed, infoempleo, jooble. Students can find their first job in Spain at www.primerempleo.com.
The website of the State Employment Service has a lot of useful information for those who plan to find a job in the country. In addition, if you have a company in mind that you would like to join, check out their official website and the “Jobs” section. Perhaps it is there that you will find the desired job with the possibility of company-paid relocation.
Employment companies
You can find an agency to search for vacancies in your country or directly in Spain. There are various companies that are ready to take over the entire employment process. This is convenient if you are going to work in Spain for the first time and are afraid to experience difficulties when communicating with the employer, when processing documents.
In this case, the agency takes care of everything, for which, of course, you need to pay a certain commission. If you apply to an agency, be prepared for additional costs (the cost of services in each firm is different).
It is also important to beware of scammers and make sure several times that the company operates legally.
Sites for finding seasonal jobs in Spain
The Mediterranean country has numerous summer resorts spread over 5,000 km of coastline. Therefore, many are looking for work in Spain for the summer.
For the season it is easy to find vacancies in hotels and restaurants, bars, tourist attractions, as an au pair, animator. Another option is vacancies for the collection of fruits, berries and vegetables.
Suitable for men, women and even couples.
Find seasonal work in Spain at SeasonWorkers and thinkSPAIN. On the second, by the way, there are vacancies for permanent work. Details of employment as a seasonal worker are described on the European Commission Website³.
If you intend to find a seasonal job in Spain without knowing the language, then the chances are greatly reduced. Because even working as a handyman requires a basic knowledge of Spanish. Some companies provide on-the-job training, but in most cases, language proficiency is a big plus for the candidate.
Relocation as an internal employee
Spain is home to large companies with offices around the world. If you work in one of them and your skills are essential in the Spanish branch, then there is every chance to go to work in a sunny country. The conditions for moving to Spain as a highly skilled worker are also listed on the European Commission website⁴.
Sites for internships
You can come to Spain for an internship for a period of 2-3 months, and depending on the specifics of the job, even more. The technology and tourism sectors in the country are developing, so interns are especially welcome in these areas.
Acquaintances
Well, of course, you should not exclude the possibility that one of your friends/acquaintances has already traveled to work in Spain and can share their experience, contacts, connections. Especially if the experience was positive, such a recommendation can make your search much easier.
Jobs and salaries in Spain
Salary in the country is determined by a number of factors: city, qualifications, experience, position, as well as the cost of living in a particular city. It is clear that in Barcelona it will be higher than in a small town. But the outlook will also be very different.
The average monthly salary in the country is about 2,720 euros. However, the average value can give only a superficial understanding of the order of salaries. Therefore, it is important to study offers specifically for your specialty.
Yes, the experience of the specialist influences the income. Workers with 2-5 years of experience tend to earn 32% more than rookies according to unofficial data⁵. And specialists with 5+ years of experience are 36% more than their less experienced colleagues. To assess the prospects for earnings, if you seriously decide to look for a job in Spain, the table will help:
Position Approximate monthly salary in euro⁵
Accountant
2100-3240
Office manager
2560-3940
Graphic designer
1880-2990
Service Advisor
1980-3090
Teacher
2250-3440
Business Development Manager
1990-6870
Kindergarten teacher
1200-1840
Construction project manager
4610-7330
Civil Engineer
2510-3950
Chef
1880-2930
Waiter
1030-1610 (+ tip)
Hotel manager
2190-7560
Developer/Programmer
2760-4390
Journalist
1690-5090
Sales Manager
2340-4600
* The average value is taken as the minimum amount in the table. Salaries may vary up and down depending on the rate (full/partial), region, qualifications, employer, experience and other aspects .
Regions of Spain: differences in employment
Comparing the average salary by city⁵, the highest figures are in Barcelona (€3,130), Madrid (€3,190). Lower rates are in Bilbao (€2,690) and Las Palmas (€2,740).
For this reason, all those who plan to go to work in Spain choose these cities: Madrid, Barcelona. Plus Malaga, Tenerife and the Balearic Islands.
The Balearic Islands are generally suitable for those who want to go to Spain for seasonal work because of the mild climate, 300 days of sunshine throughout the year and many resorts.
When choosing a region to search for vacancies, you also need to take into account the unemployment rate in each of them. Statista⁶ data can help you understand which city is currently the hardest to find a job in.
More information about the state of the labor market in each Spanish region can be found on the official website of the European Commission⁷.
Things to keep in mind when moving to work in Spain
When looking for a job in Spain without knowing the language, there are fewer job opportunities. English is required here only in the field of tourism. The general population speaks Spanish. Therefore, to maintain a conversation at the household level and to work, for example, with children, knowledge of the Spanish language will be needed.
You need to start studying it as early as possible. For independent study, mobile applications, watching TV shows in Spanish, communicating with native speakers are suitable, but having a tutor will give you the opportunity to progress faster.
When moving to work in Spain, you should be prepared for the fact that the schedule here is rather unusual. The working day usually starts at 9 am and ends around 8 pm. It is here that there is an afternoon nap – a siesta. Therefore, lunch usually lasts 2-3 hours. However, this rule does not apply in all institutions, so you may have a different schedule.
If you are in paid work, you must register with the social security service to receive a número de afiliación de la seguridad social (social security number). This gives access to benefits⁸.
When you move, it is very important to open a bank account. If you want to save time and get details online, then you can do it with Wise. In addition to details in euros, you can get them in 9 more currencies, and you can manage funds using a debit card and international transfers at the real exchange rate.
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Jobs in Spain: vacancies from 1000.00 € in Spain
Sunny Spain is the dream of every second avid traveler. The mild subtropical climate, the coastal zone, the abundance of fruits and vegetables so beckon and suggest staying in this country forever. Finding a job will be the first and most difficult step in making this decision.
According to the statistics of 2019, Spain is in the TOP 10 best countries for starting a family – both for temporary residence and for permanent residence. Full social security, high pensions and decent wages are the minimum that makes you give up everything and move to this sunny country forever.
But there is one “BUT” – Spain is one of the countries with a strict migration policy related to the economic situation in the country. The global crisis hit the kingdom hard in 2008, causing unemployment, but already in 2019.
labor migrants occupy an important niche in Spain and are an integral part of it.
Today we will tell you: who earns and how much in Spain; what documents are needed for official employment; what types of visas are there and why you should start learning Spanish today.
ᐈ Main job vacancies in Spain
What do you associate Spain with in the first place? Right! – with a collection of citrus fruits! The first most popular job in the country is the vacancy of laborers. Both men and women and couples are in demand, who are also provided with improved living conditions up to individual apartments. Experience in most cases is not a requirement.
There is also a demand for cooks, caregivers for the elderly, and international drivers of categories “C”, “E”. Employers in Spain offer not only high wages, but also decent conditions: a flexible schedule, extra pay for overtime, free accommodation and travel.
And the main question – is it necessary to know the language? It all depends on the employer. In most cases, knowledge of Spanish at the initial level will be sufficient, in other cases, training is provided at the actual place of employment.
ᐈ What is the salary
And the main question – how much can you earn for a season in Spain? For 2019, the average salary of a foreign laborer in the country is 1200 euros / month. The good news is that in most cases you don’t need to pay for accommodation or transfers – the employer fully compensates for all costs on their part.
International drivers in Spain receive from 1000 to 2000 euros, and highly qualified specialists – up to 3000 euros per month. When employed in the central regions, the salary will be much higher than in the suburbs. And also an interesting fact for comparison – the average pension in Spain in 2018 was 970 euros. A good reason to think about permanent residence, isn’t it?
Do not forget that a higher salary equals higher requirements. Without knowledge of the language, even at the initial level, finding a job with a salary of 2,000 euros per month is problematic.
Despite this, every year the government of the kingdom allocates a quota of 50 thousand vacancies for foreigners with different specializations, which allows you to find an attractive position despite the tough migration policy in the country.
ᐈ Preparation of documents for a work visa
For employment in Spain, obtaining a permit is a prerequisite, and since 2019, a potential worker is also issued a residence permit.
Work permit – an official document granting the right to work without citizenship in another country, used to obtain a work visa and legal employment.
As a rule, it is issued by the employer, but it is also possible to independently receive it according to the scenario: come to Spain on a Schengen visa or a biometric passport, find a job, sign an agreement, obtain permission and return home to obtain a visa.
Visas are divided into several types depending on the duration and scope of activity. For employees:
– Type A – seasonal work and registration under a temporary employment contract;
– Type B – validity period – up to 12 months in the presence of a contract;
– Type C – extension of a type B visa with the expansion of the professional field of activity.
Also, you will need to prepare a small package of documents, the list of which includes:
– Original and copies of the internal and international passport
– Passport photo
– Police clearance certificate
– Bank statement
– Medical certificate
– Copy of Employer’s Work and Residence Permit
Please note! Documents MUST be translated into Spanish with an Apostille.
Also, be prepared for the fact that due to the difficult economic situation in the country, it may be difficult to obtain a visa. Having a fixed proof of your qualifications will help speed up the process, especially if the desired specialty is in short supply.
In conclusion about working in Spain
Is it worth going to Spain in search of a “better life”? Definitely worth a try.
It’s one thing to come to this sunny country as a tourist and remain a stranger, it’s quite another to integrate into the everyday life of local residents and receive higher pay for your efforts.
And in a pleasant climate, good-natured nature and developed infrastructure will turn any job into a real resort.
We advise you to approach the procedure for preparing documents and finding an employer with particular seriousness so as not to stumble upon scammers.
An important condition for legal employment in Spain for Ukrainians and Russians is a work visa, for tourist registration at the enterprise as a hired worker is impossible.
And think about learning the language – it’s much easier to discuss the details of the transaction with the employer directly than through intermediaries.
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Details. “The best climate in the world is looking for remote workers” – with such an announcement, the Canaries invite “digital nomads”, that is, those who can work from anywhere in the world. A tempting offer, because the organizers promise free 6-month accommodation in the archipelago, and are also ready to pay for the flight and a place in the coworking space.
Conditions. To apply, you need to prepare a photo or video presentation in English or Spanish answering the question “What do you do and what will work in the Canary Islands give you?”. The presentation must be posted on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram or YouTube with the hashtag #RemoteWorkerWanted. Deadline is coming soon – June 18th.
Details. All information can be found on the official website of the initiative, which also talks about the benefits of remote work in the Canaries: the islands have fast internet and good connections to airports, as well as endless beaches and beautiful nature. The organizers single out another aspect of the work in the Canary Islands – this is “a different outlook on life: slower – for a fuller life.”
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Yaroslavna Anna Volkova has been living in Spain for eight years now. The girl thought about moving for a long time, she did not know that it would happen so spontaneously. During these eight years, Anya managed to live in the Canary Islands, and a little later she moved to Malaga. She talked about how the move happened, how expensive it is to live in Spain, whether the Spaniards are monitoring the situation between Russia and Ukraine, and what dishes from Russian cuisine her Italian boyfriend does not like.
— Tell us how it all started and how did you end up in Tenerife?
– Went on vacation in 2014 and never came back. There was an opportunity to get a job in Tenerife in a Russian-speaking office, and I decided: I need to stay and try, because it is not known whether there will be another chance. Starting from scratch in a new country is much easier if you already have a job, everything else is not so difficult to arrange. Since I didn’t plan to stay and I only had a suitcase with clothes for two weeks, I had to quickly buy everything I needed.
— Was it difficult for you to decide to move? What was the most difficult?
— I wanted to move for several years, I wanted to live in a warm climate near the sea, so I made the decision quickly and easily. The most difficult part was parting with family and friends – I think this is the most difficult thing for many when emigrating.
— Where and what did you work for in Tenerife?
— Most of the time I worked in a real estate agency dealing with the sale and rental of properties. Initially, only with clients who spoke Russian, and then, as they learned English and Spanish, also with other nationalities.
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— Is it expensive to live in Tenerife? Where did most of the money go?
– A lot is always spent on rent, it is difficult to find at a good price and in fair condition. Most owners in Spain do not worry about repairing or buying new furniture either in their own or in a rented apartment, so very often the apartment has furniture that is 30 years old, a la “Soviet wall” and a spent sofa. Therefore, apartments with repairs and furniture from at least IKEA are quickly rented out. I had a long-term rental contract for several years, 50 meters from the beach and renovated, so I paid 500 euros per month plus water and electricity. Once a year, the price was raised by 50 euros per month, but it was cheaper than changing to another housing. To date, this apartment is already rented for 1000 euros per month.
— Tell me, where did you live? What was this area?
– Los Cristianos area, in the south of the island. At first I lived in Las Americas – this is the most popular area for young people, but there is too much tourist flow, so I liked Los Cristianos more. It is quieter for the middle class, and more for people living on the island permanently. In my opinion, the beach there is the best – Las Vistas.
— How often do you come to Russia?
— I used to try to visit my family every six months. The last time I went on holidays was in January 2020. After that, it became problematic with covid restrictions.
– Was it difficult for you to get used to someone else’s mentality? Tell us who you were friends with and talked to in Tenerife?
– Tenerife is a very international island, so it was not difficult, since there are only visitors around. Most Canarians live in the north of the island, and in the south – all visitors from different countries of Europe. At first, she communicated only with Russian-speaking people, as she worked with them, then the circle of contacts began to gradually increase. I made very good friends with only one girl from Russia.
Anya is going to visit Russia this year
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— Where do you work now?
– I work remotely for a real estate agency from Tenerife and I am thinking about opening my own agency here in Malaga.
– Tell us a little about your personal life. If your chosen one is a foreigner, tell us if there were any difficulties in communication, in terms of language and mentality differences, were there any difficulties in everyday life?
– My chosen one is Italian, we met in Tenerife. Yes, it was difficult in terms of the language at the very beginning, we spoke Spanish, and I still had it at a basic level. Can you imagine that you are arguing with someone and you want to say and explain so many things, but you can’t because you don’t know these words in a language he understands? But since I practiced Spanish every day, the language barrier was overcome very soon. We share life equally, but he almost always cooks, which I am very happy about, because Italian cuisine is magnificent. In turn, I sometimes cook something from Russian. He likes everything except caviar and herring, because they have a too rich taste of fish. We traveled together to Russia, and he really liked Yaroslavl.
Renting an apartment is the most expensive in Spain
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— Do you follow the situation in the world? And are the Spaniards following the situation between Russia and Ukraine?
— Of course, I follow what is happening. The Spaniards are also interested and discuss among themselves and ask me about the situation in Russia, and whether everything is fine with my family.
— Has the attitude towards Russians and specifically towards you changed? Have you ever been embarrassed to say what country you are from?
– Has not changed, at least I have never had such incidents. I have always said that I am from Russia and continue to speak, while I do not see any negative reaction. At work, I meet a lot of people from different countries, I communicate with them on work topics and other things, and they are as friendly as before.
Anna is not going to leave Spain
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— Are you going to come to Russia? If yes, then when?
– I plan this year. Now the high season begins on the mainland, so you need to plan your vacation for the autumn-winter period.
— Where do you see your future life?
– I like Spain, so I have already decided on the country. I have not been to many places in Spain, so the city may want to change.
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