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La masca: Masca, Tenerife – A Pretty Village Hidden in the Mountains

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Masca, Tenerife – A Pretty Village Hidden in the Mountains


The captivating Masca village in Tenerife (Canary Islands, Spain)

The story of Masca valley in Tenerife is the perfect mix of mystery, legends of pirates, and incredible scenery, making Masca befitting of the title of Tenerife’s prettiest village. 

Tenerife was the first Canary Islands that we ever visited and we absolutely fell in love with it the day we visited Masca. 

  • Masca, a village hidden in a valley in the mountains of Tenerife
  • Why should you visit Masca in Tenerife?
  • Bars and restaurants in Masca 
  • Masca Canyon hike (Barranco de Masca)
  • How to get to Masca in Tenerife
  • Parking at Masca

We went to Masca on one of our first drives in Tenerife because it was one of the first things that stood out from the research we had done at that time about the island. I remember the thrill and the combination of fear, amazement, and excitement while we were driving up to Masca for the first time. Many years later, whenever we go back there, we still feel excited and even a bit anxious about the journey.

Masca, a village hidden in a valley in the mountains of Tenerife

The village Masca is situated at a high altitude of around 750 m in the Teno mountains, on the western side of Tenerife. 

Nowadays, the village is part of the municipality of Buenavista del Norte and it’s home to around 90 people who still choose to live here.

There are legends that say that a long time ago, pirates used to hide in the valley of Masca, but none of these claims were ever proven. Still, it’s a story that every tour guide loves to tell and this bit of mystery is what makes the village even more attractive to visitors.

Why should you visit Masca in Tenerife?


Take a stroll through the cobblestone paths of Masca in Tenerife

What’s all the hype about Masca and what’s the village like? 

Although nowadays it’s a very touristy place, Masca is one of those special places in Tenerife that anyone visiting the island should get to see.  

The view from the top of the village is spectacular and by the time you’ll get there you’ll already be amazed (or incredibly scared) by the road you had to take to get there. 

It’s all about the breathtaking views, the plants and vegetation (especially if you’re visiting in winter after it’s been raining) and the atmosphere of the place, which is very different from the one in the big resorts, especially if you get there before the bus tours. 

Bars and restaurants in Masca 

Although it’s a small place with only a few houses, there are some bars and restaurants where you can enjoy lunch with a view or even only a coffee and an almond cake. 

Restaurante El Guanche is the best-reviewed restaurant in Masca and offers incredible views from the terrace. 

Masca Canyon hike (Barranco de Masca)

Hiking the Masca ravine all the way down to the ocean is now once again possible!

See in our dedicated article all the info needed to do the hike through Masca Canyon, since you will need to go accompanied in a group and them hike back up, as it is not possible to return by boat.  

How to get to Masca in Tenerife


The infamous road to Masca village – Exciting and terrifying at once!

You have 3 options to get to Masca village

  • By car – rent a car and drive here yourself
  • By public transport – there are some small buses (Guaguas) that come here from either Santiago del Teide (no. 355) or Buenavista del Norte (no. 355 and 365).
  • By a bus tour, with an organized excursion

If you’re a confident driver, we recommend that you drive to Masca yourself, since the journey there is a huge part of the experience. The road to Masca is incredible with many hairpin turns and twists, so it’s not for beginner drivers or for the faint of heart. The road is also very narrow and there are a lot of big buses circulating with tourist groups, so it can be challenging sometimes.

Most visitors will come to Masca from the south of Tenerife, so you will come from the direction of Santiago del Teide. Along the way, there are several viewpoints where you can stop to admire the view if you have the room where to leave the car without blocking traffic. 

Parking at Masca

There is public parking when you arrive at Masca, but the number of parking places is not sufficient for how many tourists arrive here at the same time during the day.

  • Advice no.1: Get there early, preferably before 10 – 11 am. 

Traffic gets really busy when the bus tours start and it will also be more difficult to find a parking place.

  • Advice no.2: Don’t leave anything of value in the car! 

Unfortunately, many rental cars have been broken into when tourists stopped to take a picture or wander through the village, so don’t give them a reason to be tempted to break into your car. 

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Masca Gorge and the fascinating hike towards the sea

Until the 1960s, the picturesque mountain hamlet of Masca was only accessible on foot or by donkey. Nowadays, it is well connected to the rest of Tenerife by road. Winding roads lead to exciting hairpin bends and narrow corners. The trip will take you through deep ravines covered with lush green vegetation. Once you reach Masca, the natural beauty of this remote and stunning place will overwhelm you. Most visitors come with the idea to hike through the famous Masca Gorge.

Access road to the remote village of Masca

Masca: the hidden village of Tenerife

Masca is located in the northwest of Tenerife and belongs to the municipality of Buenavista del Norte. The small hamlet has about 80 houses and a hundred inhabitants who originally lived from agriculture. Thanks to tourism, most of them now run casas rurales (rural accommodation), local restaurants, bars and craft shops.

The tiny village is nestled amongst the Teno mountains, one of the oldest geological parts of Tenerife. Rich endemic flora and breathtaking rock formations are results of numerous volcanic emissions eight million years ago. Masca lies at 650 meters above the sea level and impresses with a unique setting. Rocky ravines fall away from the edges of paths and houses which, mixed with colourful plants, provide excellent photo opportunities.

Small houses in Masca built on the narrow ridges of impressive rock formations

Masca was one of the Guanches last refuges from the Spanish conquistadors in 1496. Sepulchral remains of the aboriginal inhabitants of Tenerife have been found, as well as petroglyphs in roque Tarucho and La Fortaleza. Legends say that the Masca beach was a perfect hideaway for pirates to surprise and take over the ships that arrived from America.

How to get to Masca

By public bus

Masca is located within the Teno Rural Park, a protected natural area. As a result, the access to Masca by car has been restricted in order to reduce the environmental impact of the large number of visitors over the last years. For instance, the new measures allow access only by TITSA public bus.

You may take the line 355 straight to Masca, which takes about 15 minutes from Santiago del Teide and 40 minutes from Buenavista del Norte. On the bus you can pay in cash, by credit card or with the electronic transport card TEN+. Obtain the latest bus timetable from the bus stations or from the TITSA website.

When you get off the bus you will see the striking Roque de Catana

By bicycle

A ride to Masca is quite a challenge. You can start in Santiago del Teide or Buenavista del Norte. Coming from Santiago del Teide you will ascend a mountain slope to the Degollada de Cherfe (1,057 m) where the viewpoint Mirador de Masca is located, before plunging down towards the village of Masca. From Buenavista del Norte you will have to overcome 14 kilometers of demanding climb with slopes between 13% and 20%.

Although the cycling tour to Masca is surely an unforgettable experience, it is also very technical and requires a good condition and experience riding major mountains. We bring you in contact with local companies that offer both rental or guided tours.

Cycling to Masca requires experience in mountain tours and a good physical condition

Hiking

We think there is no better way to explore the surroundings of Masca than by wandering on foot. Plenty of hiking trails of different level bring you to and around Masca. From Santiago del Teide, an exciting ridge walk over the Cumbre de Bolico (the meteorological divide between the north and south) leads you to the mountain hamlet of Masca with wonderful views into the Masca Valley and out to the island of La Gomera. If you come from the north, you may start your walk in El Palmar Valley and enjoy the spectacular, rugged scenery of this less visited area of Tenerife with a 4 hour walk.

Your host and professional mountain guide in Tenerife will gladly design you a tailor-made tour proposal. Just contact Sergio Walking Tours.

Top Tour Masca with Sergio Walking Tours

Things to See and Do in Masca

Plaza de Masca

A huge Indian laurel stands out on this picturesque village square. Right next to it you will see the white-washed Masca Church, built with volcanic stones and Canary pine woods. The square is certainly a great viewpoint to the ravine beneath. Similarly, you can see the outstanding Roque de Catana from here, one of the most photographed natural monuments in Tenerife. Further, there are also nice restaurants around, musicians, artisans and local farmers who sell their products. In conclusion, the square is the right place to have a break in the shadow and listen to street musicians while enjoying a postcard-perfect view.

The idyllic and tiny Masca Church

Masca Museum

The building of the small museum is speculated as being an old school for the Guanches. In this Ethnographic Museum you can see up close and inside what the typical architecture of these farmhouses is like and you can get a firsthand sense of traditional rural life hereabouts. It houses explanatory panels, photographs, primal tools and unique artifacts of this isolated Guanche settlement.

The museum of Masca is situated just behind the plaza

Traditional Architecture of Masca

To walk around Masca is to get an in-depth understanding of its rich history and culture. Steep walls rising on either side of the village add to its beauty. Marvel at the construction of the traditional houses, resting precariously in narrow crooks of the ravine. Its stone dwellings stand out for their simplicity and modesty, made with very thick walls based on carved ashlars, as well as the use of masonry and wood.

These constructions were expanded according to the needs, which caused misalignments in the original layout and certain problems of connectivity between the old and new rooms. In general, all buildings are well oriented according to the climate and perfectly integrated into the landscape. Delight in this rural atmosphere where the peasant life and the serenity of its inhabitants have been maintained until today.

Facade of a typical rural house in Masca

Masca Gorge

The famous gorge is open again

On March 27, 2021, the ravine was officially reopened to the public.

Masca Gorge has been closed by the mayor of Buenavista del Norte on February 26, 2018, when a group of hikers decided to descend despite the government’s alert for stormy weather. Due to the heavy rain and winds they had to spend the night in the ravine as they could not be rescued. In the past, several fatal accidents occurred due to reckless behavior of visitors.

As a consequence and to manage the risk of this hiking trail, the whole path through the ravine was transformed, providing it with photovoltaic panels, signage, stone steps, railings and a visitor centre.

The Masca Gorge connects the village with the beach

Being one of the most popular walks on Tenerife, the 5 km canyon is geologically very interesting. The trail passes through an old dam and alongside different water channels built on the banks of the ravine. Discover how wind and rain have built bizarre volcanic rock formations.

Surreal volcanic stone arch known as “the mammoth trunk”

You do not need to be an athlete to descend or climb up the ravine, but a minimum fitness is mandatory, because you have to overcome 600 meters. In general, the trail is easy to follow and well sign-posted. You may start from the village of Masca and follow the bottom of the canyon lined with lush vegetation and endemic plants down towards the sea. Steep walls of the gorge tower above you, rising more than 400 meters on each side. After between 3 and 4 hours of stunning descent you will arrive at a wild beach with a pier.

Only a few meters from the beach where the gorge ends

Please bear in mind that once down the beach, walking back to the village takes much longer and requires a high level of fitness. In other words, you can take a short boat trip to Los Gigantes marina or to the jetty of Punta de Teno to avoid walking back up the ravine again. However, if you are thinking of using sea transport first, you can also climb up the ravine from the beach to the village.  

Flora and Fauna in a unique setting

The Masca Gorge is one of the most important spots in the Teno Rural Park. It is home to a large community of endangered plants and endemic species. During the hike you can see cardons, tabaibas, palm trees, verode plants, opuntias, agaves and some almond trees. Traditional crops are potatoes, yams, Masca red onion, pumpkins, figs and fruit trees.

Blooming Cactus Prickly Pear (Opuntia)

With regard to the fauna you can observe some goats at the mountain slopes but also invertebrates like the recently discovered spotted lizard or Teno lizard (Gallotia intermedia). A great diversity of resident bird species live here such as the hoopoe, the Moorish partridge, the falcon as well as mammals introduced from the continent (rats, mice, hedgehogs, rabbits …).

The «guincho», also known as «osprey» is one of the most endangered species in Spain and this area of Tenerife is where you can find 3 of the 7 pairs currently living on the island. In short, this gives you a clear image of the degree of vulnerability of this species.

The Masca Gorge is home to 3 pairs of osprey currently living on Tenerife

Masca Beach

The secluded, small beach offers rocks and black volcanic sand. On the right side, a jetty was built to transport visitors to Los Gigantes and Punta de Teno. You can enjoy a refreshing bath in the Atlantic Ocean while observing the hovering of seabirds over the cliffs.

Rocky beach at the end of the Masca Gorge

How to organize your walk through Masca Gorge
  • ATTENTION: We do not sell tickets!
  • Make your reservation online and get your ticket on the official website Masca Gorge Trail
  • From Buenavista del Norte and Santiago del Teide you will access by public transport with the TITSA 355 bus line. Check TITSA timetable
  • Book your room at Tabaiba Guesthouse in Buenavista del Norte, the ideal starting point for your Masca visit.

Panoramic views over the Masca Gorge with La Gomera at the horizon (hike with Sergio Walking Tours)

Alternative trails around Masca Gorge

The Masca Gorge is after Teide National Park the main attraction for Tenerife visitors. Due to its fame, it is not always possible to get a reservation in time. However, we know different wonderful alternative hikes around Masca, which are just as exciting as the famous ravine.

Your host Sergio is a professional mountain guide who organizes private excursions in the surroundings of the Masca Gorge and has designed a special hike for you: Top Tour Masca. Get more information here and make your reservation.

We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Karin and Sergio

Visit Masca, the most beautiful village on Tenerife

 

 

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by Jack Montgomery

1. Jul 2015
(20. Sep 2018)

Having walked extensively across all the Canary Islands, I’d claim that not only is Masca the most beautiful village in Tenerife, it’s the most beautiful in the Canary Islands.

When anyone asks what are the must-see places on Tenerife the reply is automatically ‘Mount Teide’, quickly followed by ‘Masca’. The tiny hamlet, hidden in the folds of the ancient Teno Massif in the west of Tenerife, is one of those places where no amount of poetic description can prepare first-time visitors for the reality of its beauty. When you rent a villa in Tenerife, don’t miss out on this awe-inspiring village.

It’s a gasp inducer if ever there was one.

For more ideas on top attractions on the island, take a look at our pick of the 10 best free things to see and do on Tenerife.

How to get to Masca

Part of the ‘WOW’ impact of visiting Masca is the journey to get there. The easiest route (easy being a relative term) from Tenerife’s southern resorts is via Santiago del Teide, itself a contender for inclusion in the top 10 picturesque Canarian villages.

From Santiago, a narrow road winds up to a small pass with views into a fantastical land. That part is only the appetiser. After that, the road writhes around the steep slopes, with switchback after switchback as it descends into what could easily be a lost world. It’s an exhilarating drive but not one for nervous drivers used to driving in straight lines in urbansville. Locals tell of having to drive some visitors’ cars back to ‘civilisation’ because drivers are too nervous to attempt the return journey.

On the way down there are a couple of natural viewpoints which are handy for a breather and which also allow car drivers a few moments to wallow in what is one of the most spectacular scenes anywhere, whilst one eye will spot the intestine of a road that still lies ahead.

It’s only five kilometres from Santiago del Teide, but the drive feels an awful lot longer.

See our list of the top 10 views on Tenerife for more suggestions of places to be ‘wowed’.

Why visit Masca?

The obvious answer is because the location is exceptionally beautiful. Masca is more a collection of rural houses linked by rough stone walkways than a village, although its popularity as one of the top tourist attractions has resulted in more restaurants and shops than you’d find in the average agricultural caserio.

What makes Masca stand out from other hamlets in remote beauty spots on Tenerife is the fact that the main centre runs along a ridge underneath a bullet-shaped pinnacle that lends it a mini Machu Picchu look. Steep ravine walls rising on either side of the hamlet add to the drama and La Gomera framed in the V of the ravine leading west to the ocean is a bonus.

Guides have spun colourful tales about the small community, suggesting it was once a pirate village; not a claim that goes down well with residents. But there is an intriguing air about Masca, aided and abetted by tales of witchcraft and legends (this time from local records rather than the over-active imagination of tour guides).

Most visitors arrive on excursions, having a quick wander round and taking a few photographs before heading off to another attraction. However, the best way to see it is to D-I-Y. Arrive early or late in the day and take time to explore the steep, rough walkways that deter the masses, keeping parts of the hamlet quiet even during busiest times.

Although a visit to Masca is memorable in itself, a way to make it even more so is to hike from the hamlet through the Masca Barranco to the ocean and a waiting boat nearly 3 hours down the trail.

It’s one of the best things to do in Tenerife: a wondrous route, descending beside trickling streams and jade pools, cane thickets and swaying palm fronds whilst all the time the ancient barranco walls close in ominously above.

Combine a visit to Masca with the walk through the ravine and not only do you get to enjoy one of the most stunning views in the Canary Islands, you also get one of the most incredible travel experiences into the bargain.

If you’re into exploring holiday destinations on foot, check out the best areas for walking on Tenerife.

Tenerife North – Discovering Garachico, La Oratava, Masca and more

Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, has a cultural, traditional side which is often overlooked but is well worth discovering. My recent visit to north Tenerife had me falling in love with an authentic and wildly beautiful side of the island that needs to be explored.

Masca, Tenerife

I’ve long been a lover of Tenerife with its winter sunshine and wealth of things to do, but I’d never paid much attention to the north of the island. How I wish I’d not dallied so long in the south.

Head to the north of Tenerife and you’ll find verdant valleys and dramatic gorges peppered with prickly pears, pine forests and terraces of lush vegetation. North Tenerife towns are home to brightly painted homes with beautiful wooden balconies overlooking narrow streets. Historical plazas with heritage buildings, palm trees and bougainvillea spilling over the walls are easy on the eye.

Nature lovers and walkers will love Tenerife’s north coast, natural sea pools, hiking trails, Mount Teide and the magnificent Teide National Park which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. For foodies there’s authentic Tenerife cuisine and enough wineries to keep the fussiest of oenophiles happy. But first…

I visited Tenerife as a guest of Tenerife Tourism whilst attending British Guild of Travel Writers AGM.

Where is Tenerife?

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La Oratava, North Tenerife

Tenerife is part of the Canary islands in Spain. The islands sit in the warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean just off the coast of north west Africa.

There are seven islands in the archipelago which includes Lanzarote, Gran Canaria, La Palma, La Gomera, Fuertaventura and El Hierro. 

Things to do in North Tenerife

Let’s explore some of the best things to do in Tenerife North…

Garachico, Tenerife

Garachico, Tenerife

Garachico is said to be one of the prettiest towns in Tenerife but also the unluckiest. I can vouch for the prettiness but as for being unlucky, the town probably wouldn’t be as picturesque today had it not gone through a series of unfortunate events. As well as an earthquake and volcanic eruption the town was struck by plagues, floods and fires.

A week long volcanic eruption from Montana Negra in 1706 saw rivers of lava flow down the hills and through the town blocking off the port and ending commercial trade. The port at Santa Cruz took over the role and Garachico was left to quietly rebuild itself.

Garachico, Tenerife

Garachico sits on north coast Tenerife sheltered by a dramatic 500 metre (1500 ft) cliff. It’s one of the oldest, and was once the wealthiest, town in Tenerife founded by a Genoan banker in 1496. At that time, it was home to the island’s main commercial port and was an important trading post between Europe, Africa and the Americas.

Garachico makes a fabulous day trip for visitors staying in the south of Tenerife. Read about the town’s highlights…

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El Caletón natural sea pools, Garachico

Garachico natural sea pools

What nature took from Garachico with one hand it gave back with the other. The lava flows cooled and formed El Caletón, a series of natural sea pools which are now one of the town’s main attractions. Walkways and steps into the sea have been added and entrance to the pools is free.

The Castle of San Miguel

Sitting next to the natural pools you can’t fail to spot the Castle of San Miguel. Built in 1575, the  solid structure miraculously survived the 1706 eruption with the lava skirting right round it.

Built to protect Garachico from marauding pirates, the castle is now a protected monument and home to a museum and the Heritage Information Centre. Inside you’ll learn about the town’s history and the events that shaped it. Open daily 10:00 hrs to 18:00 hrs.

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Plaza de la Libertad, Garachico

Garachico, north Tenerife

At the heart of Garachico is Plaza de la Libertad, which has an authentic Spanish feel. The plaza is lined with palm trees and many of the town’s heritage buildings.

You’ll find Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Los Ángeles church which now houses the Natural Science and History Museum and the Iglesia de Santa Ana church, with its white clocktower. The plaza is also home to Casa de Piedra, or Stone House, named for its stone façade, and Garachico Town Hall.

A small garden sits under a canopy of Indian Laurels and I wanted to linger and soak up the authentic Spanish feeling that the plaza invokes.

Pretty cobbled streets lead off from the square and one will lead you to a small but interesting park…

Puerta de Tierra Park

Visit Puerta de Tierra Park where you can still see the arch of the gateway to the old port where the sea once lapped the shore. There’s also a bust of the Cádiz-born poet Rafael Alberti in the park and an old wine press from the Hacienda de San Juan Degollado. 

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Santa Ana ChurchPuerta de Tierra Park

Where to stay in Garachico, Tenerife north

There are a couple of lovely hotels in Garachico located in heritage buildings as well as many other accommodation options.

Hotel La Quinta Roja sits right in Plaza de la Libertad with traditional restaurants and café bars nearby so it’s in a great location. The 16th century mansion was owned by the Marquis of Quinta Roja, who founded the town and port 500 years ago.

Hotel La Quinta Roja, Garachico, Tenerife

Another excellent option nearby is the Gara Hotel which is just a few steps away from the oceanfront and natural pools. Gara Hotel is an 18th-century mansion with original features and heaps of rustic charm. Some of the 14 rooms come with sea views.

With just 20 rooms this gorgeous two-storey boutique hotel combines historic features with a modern twist. Rooms lead off from an inner courtyard and patio area and you’ll find wooden ceilings, a watchtower, good food and exceptional service.

Gara Hotel, Garachico, Tenerife

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Teno Rural Park and the hamlet of Masca

The hilltop hamlet of Masca sits in a steep ravine in the North West of the island and is part of Teno Rural Park. It’s not strictly Tenerife north but north west, and it’s a must-do day trip from the south so I’m adding it here. Thank me later.

The village of Masca, Tenerife

Masca, one of the best things to do in north Tenerife

Masca is probably the most beautiful village in Tenerife, if not the Canary Islands, with incredible viewpoints. It’s also the most rural. Set amid tall mountains you’ll wonder how people ever settled here but look at the dramatic scenery and lush vegetation and you’ll get an idea why they made it work.

In the village you’ll find some craft shops, a bar and a tiny church and there’s a walk along the back of the village with fabulous views through the valley and out to sea. You may even spot La Gomera in the distance.

The Masca Gorge

Hikers can take on the Masca gorge hike to the Barranco which is 5 km each way or around 6-hours depending on fitness levels. Before the days of transport, the women of Masca used to carry baskets of produce down the gorge. At the Barranco they’d trade produce with the fishermen before carrying it all the way back again. If the full hike is a bit much, when you reach the Barranco you can take a boat to Los Gigantes.

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Masca, Tenerife

Masca isn’t the easiest place to get to and there wasn’t even a road until 1991. It’s a tricky drive with a number of tight switchbacks on the serpentine road. You’ll need a hire care and you’ll need to take it slowly but it’s worth the effort. Of course, you can book a tour to Masca which makes things a whole lot easier. I’ve visited Masca both ways and either is just as good.

If you’re looking for somewhere to stay in the village, a number of homes have been converted into guest houses and B&Bs in Masca.

Traditional Tenerife Cuisine

If you’ve got car hire and are visiting Masca from the north and taking the TF436 there are two stops you should make en-route.

The first stop is for lunch at Meson del Norte. The restaurant serves traditional Tenerife and Canarian food served with a contemporary twist and there’s an outdoor terrace with fabulous views.

Montaditos sweet potato and codPapas ArrugadaBarraquito CoffeeRestaurant Meson del Norte

I can highly recommend ordering a selection of small plates. The Montaditos sweet potato and cod is excellent as is the Canarian grilled cheese and when in Tenerife Papas Arrugada with mojo sauce should definitely be on the menu.

Finish off with a Barraquito coffee served with a dash of Spain’s number one liqueur ‘Liqor 43’, made with oranges and lemons. If you’re the driver, ask and they’ll serve you a Virgin Barraquito.

Mirador Altos de Baracán

Mirador Altos de Baracán

A few minutes’ drive away on the road to Masca is the spectacular Mirador Altos de Baracán which looks over the lush rugged landscape towards the sea and the island of La Gomera in the distance. There are hiking trails here too but it’s worth stopping just to check out the views which are some of the most dramatic in Tenerife north.

Read more >>> Tenerife in January – what to see and do

La Oratava, Tenerife

La Oratava, Tenerife

La Oratava is famous for traditional wooden balconies and Canarian architecture and is the main reason I visited. But when I got there I found so much more and spent the whole afternoon exploring. The old town has narrow cobbled streets, pastel painted houses with wooden framed windows. It’s well worth a wander.

House of Balconies, La Oratava

Casa de los Balcones

La Casa de los Balcones or the House of Balconies is a traditional grand mansion house with intricately carved balconies that the Canary Islands are known for. It’s also an important Canary Island lacemaking and craft centre.

Visit the 17th century mansion’s tranquil courtyard and the long balcony but first take a tour of the house. Peek inside the drawing room, dining room and kitchen which remain much as they were when the house was occupied.

The courtyard was my favourite spot and I’d have happily sat there, amid the tropical plants and birdsong all afternoon. You’ll get the best views of the façade of the ‘asobrada’ or tall house looking up from the courtyard.

The three-story hand-crafted balcony is supported by tall columns carved from pine heartwood and features flower motifs and intricate patterns. The upper gallery is one continues balcony and you’ll see the coat of arms of the Fonesca family above one of the windows.

On leaving you’ll pass through the home of Canary Islands lacemaking. Traditional lacemaking is undertaken in strict accordance with centuries-old techniques which are learned during lacemaking workshops at the house. Lace is also available to buy if you’d like to take home a hand-crafted Tenerife souvenir.

  • Address: Casa San Francisco, 3, 38300 La Orotava, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
  • Hours: Open daily from 08:30 – 18:00 hrs
  • Entry: €5

Jardines Victoria, La Oratava

Views to the coast and Puerto de la Cruz from Jardines Victoria, La Oratava, Tenerife

If you’re looking for gorgeous views to the coast and over Puerto de la Cruz then head to Victoria Gardens aka Quinta Roja. The terraced gardens have great views down the hillside to the sea and you’ll spot the colourful dome of the Church of Nuestra Señora de La Concepcion to your left.

The flower-filled gardens, fountains and tiered lawns are topped by a marble mausoleum built for a local nobleman.

Next to the Victoria gardens is the Liceo de Taoro, an impressive looking former palace. Occasional art exhibitions are held here, it’s free to enter, and there’s a lovely café if you’re ready for refreshment.

If you’d prefer a drink outside then head down the hill from the gardens and you’ll come to Constitution Square, home to an ornate neo-Mudejar style bandstand. A kiosk serves drinks and tapas and its popular with locals. A few steps away is the 17th century Church of San Augustin.

Hijuela del Botánico – La Oratava Botanical Gardens

La Oratava’s tiny botanical garden was once the garden to a convent. It sits behind the Town Hall and is packed with colourful flowers, plants and a huge Dragon Tree. It’s not as huge as the ancient one at Icod de los Vinos but it’s a beauty nonetheless. The gardens are a peaceful, shady spot to escape the sun and entry is free.

  • Hours: 09:00 – 18:00 hrs Monday to Friday
  • 10:00 – 15:00 hrs on weekends and festivals.

La Orotava is also famous for its colourful flower and volcanic sand floor murals that are displayed on the streets and squares for Corpus Christi festival. One of the biggest can be found outside the Town Hall.

La Oratava is about 12-15 minutes by taxi from Puerto de la Cruz or the local bus (number 363) will get you there in around 20 minutes. La Oratava is quite a big town but the old town is where you’ll find all the main attractions so head there.

Where to stay in La Oratava

You’ll have a lot more choice if you stay in nearby Puerto de la Cruz, the main tourist town in north Tenerife. It’s only a short bus ride from La Oratava. Read on for things to do in Puerto de la Cruz.

Puerto de la Cruz

Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife

Colourful buildings, street art trails, botanical gardens, palm-filled plazas and a buzzing port area make Puerto de la Cruz a great base in north Tenerife. The town, with its black sand beaches, sits at the foot of the lush La Oratava Valley. Puerto de la Cruz is Tenerife’s first tourist resort and its good location means tours to Teide National Park and various other places are many.

Puerto de la Cruz is also host to the famous Tenerife carnivals, one takes place February -March on the usual Mardi Gras dates just before lent and the other is the summer Carnaval de Verano.

Street Art in Puerto de la Cruz

Raúl Ruiz pays tribute to the culture and origin of the Canary Islands in this street mural

One of the best free things to do in Puerto de la Cruz is the street art walking trail – like a huge open air art gallery. Head to Barrio de la Ranilla the charming fishing neighbourhood and you’ll find around twelve impressive murals and street art by local and international artists.

The Urban Development Consortium for the Rehabilitation of Puerto de la Cruz collaborated with the Department of Culture and the Department of Urbanism in 2014 to carry out a project to improve the appearance of the area and the murals are the colourful and thought provoking result.

Look up, look behind you and down every alleyway to see the murals. You might also spot houses with fish painted on them to signify the owner’s occupation. The top storey of one building is entirely clad in crocheted squares. There are some interesting little craft shops and loads of cafes and restaurants in the area.

Sabotage of Assembly – “Ritual”

I love how the colours in the work above reflect the surroundings.

This tour is a must on your list of things to do in Puerto de la Cruz for street art fans. Pick up a map from the Tourist Information Centre or download this PDF map of Puerto de la Cruz street art. Many of the murals have information signs with QR codes.

Puerto de la Cruz Botanical Gardens

Botanical Gardens, Puerto de la Cruz

The 17th century Jardín Botánico is a shaded space to enjoy during the heat of the day. Spend an hour strolling along the paths lined with exotic flowers, sit by ponds floating with brightly coloured lilies and marvel at the towering Moreton Bay fig tree.

Jardín Botánico is located on Calle Retama which was a few minutes’ walk from our hotel but if you’re staying near Puerto de la Cruz’s old town it’s a steep half hour walk uphill. Bus 103, 30, 345 or 363 from the bus station will also get you there.

  • Address: .C Retama, 2, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife
  • Hours: Daily 9:00 – 18:00 hrs
  • Entry costs €3

If you enjoy gardens then you may also want to visit the Orchid Garden. You’ll find orchids galore along with Puerto de la Cruz’s oldest dragon tree (drago tree) at Jardín de Orquideas de Sitio Litre. It’s just a ten-minute downhill walk from the Botanical Gardens so it makes sense to visit both but note that it’s closed from 14:30 hours daily and all day Monday.

  • Address: Cam. Sitio Litre, 16, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife
  • Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 09:30 – 14:30 hours. Closed Mondays

The historic fishing harbour

The harbour at Puerto de la Cruz

Puerto de la Cruz started life as a fishing village and the old harbour, close to La Ranillo, still exists. You’ll find a tiny beach, fishing boats bobbing in the harbour and the sculpture of the fishwife at the harbourside.

Pay a visit to the Old Customs House overlooking the harbour. It houses The Museum of Contemporary Art (MACEW) upstairs and the Tourist Information Office downstairs.

The 17th century Castillo San Felipe Fort, built to protect the city from pirates, is next door which nowadays hosts exhibitions and art performances. Check out the ornate canons aiming out to sea and the wild Atlantic Ocean waves crashing onto the rocks below.

Lago Martianez

Lago Martianez in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife

If you don’t like the idea of a beach day at Playa Jardin, it gets a bit choppy, then head to Lago Martianez which is altogether more relaxed and calmer.

The huge lido complex is made up of four large pools and three children’s pools which are filled with filtered sea water. The largest pool is 15,000 m2 and has five islands within it. The Costa Martianez Tourist Complex, as it’s officially known, was created by Spanish artist César Manrique and there are several of his sculptures located around the area.

Gardens and terraces of sun loungers surround the pools and small islands and there are bars and restaurants serving refreshments.

  • Address: Av. de Cristobal Colón, s/n, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
  • Hours: Daily 10:00 – 19:00 hrs.
  • Entry is €5.50 for adults and € 2.50 for children up to 10 years.

Note: Sun loungers are included in the price, but additional charges apply for child deckchairs, sunshades and Jacuzzi use.

Where to stay in north Tenerife

Hotel Botanico and Oriental Spa Garden, Puerto de la Cruz

We stayed in Puerto de la Cruz at the gorgeous 5-star Hotel Botanico and Oriental Spa Garden. The food is excellent and the three pools, beautiful gardens and excellent spa facilities make it a luxurious base from which to explore north Tenerife.

Check rates and availability of Hotel Botanico and Oriental Spa Garden.

Hotel Botanico is a 30-minute walk from the old town. If you wish to stay closer to the old town, check out various Puerto de la Cruz hotel and accommodation options and availability.

Tips for visiting north Tenerife

How to get to Tenerife

Tenerife is just 4.5 hours away with a huge choice of direct flights departing from all over the UK. Flights are available right through the year and include many low-cost airlines. Easyjet have great deals on flights to Tenerife. British Airways, Ryanair and Jet2.com also fly into Tenerife. It’s worth checking on Aviasales for cheap flights.

There are two airports in Tenerife – Tenerife North (Ciudad de La Laguna airport) and Tenerife South (Reina Sofia airport). International flights fly into south Tenerife where most of the beach resorts like Costa Adeje, Playa de las Americas, Los Gigantes and Los Christanos are located.

Tenerife North airport is for domestic and inter-island flights only so you’ll need to book a transfer to the north of the island when you land in Tenerife South.

Getting from Tenerife Airport to Puerto de la Cruz

If you plan to visit more than a few places on the island then it’s worth renting a car at the airport on arrival. It also means you won’t need to book airport transfers. A hire will give you the freedom to visit all the north Tenerife highlights in your own time.

If you’re not going to hire a car then you have a few other options. TITSA, the Tenerife bus service. To get from Tenerife South Airport to Puerto de la Cruz take the bus number 343 which will get you there in around 90-minutes for around €14-€17. The bus runs four times a day but less frequently at weekends.

A taxi from Tenerife South Airport to Puerto de la Cruz will cost around €100.

Puerto de la Cruz

The weather in North Tenerife

What’s the weather like in the north of Tenerife? It’s the question everyone one asks so here we go. The north of the island isn’t as warm as the south but it’s till good. North Tenerife sees a mild climate year round with plenty of sun. It can be cloudy and has more rain than the south, the lush green hillsides are testament to that, but it’s still warm with plenty of sun.

I visited for a week in April and didn’t see any rain at all. The weather was warm and sunny with some cloudy days which I welcomed as it was slightly cooler those days and better for walking and exploring. All the photos in this post were taken that week to give you an idea.

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As you can see there’s a lot to see and do in Tenerife north. I hope you’ve enjoyed this taste of the north and the island’s more cultural side. I’ve just mentioned a few of the places I’ve personally visited but there’s a lot more to see including Anaga Rural Park, Santa Cruz, Tenerife’s capital, and UNESCO World Heritage Site San Cristóbal de La Laguna the island’s former historical capital. I’ll be checking those out on my next visit to north Tenerife.

I visited Tenerife as a guest of Tenerife Tourism whilst attending the British Guild of Travel Writers AGM.

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Masca Valley in Tenerife – Things You Must Know Before You Go

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One of the most memorable experiences in Tenerife is a hike from Masca village to the Atlantic ocean. Masca is located in a remote part of the western part of Tenerife. It is beyond words beautiful – surrounded by mountains and wild nature – so it is a must-see when you go to the Canary Islands.

The hike can be self-guided or with a tour. If you have your own car and are fairly independent, I’d suggest going on your own. The hike is pretty straightforward – it’s hard to get lost in a valley surrounded by mountains from both sides.

Probably the best time to visit Tenerife is during winter as it is still warm, but not too hot for a good hike. Here are some more winter sun destinations in Europe to inspire your next trip.

Masca village

Despite the fact that Masca is a small village of approximately 90 inhabitants, it attracts a great number of visitors due to its breathtaking surroundings. The village is located at an altitude of 650 m and is a starting point of the Masca Gorge. The hiking route from the picturesque village through the gorge until the Atlantic ocean takes around 3,5 hours in each direction.

During the day the small village gets busy with tourists. I’d suggest to explore it before the hike in the morning around 11 am or when you get back from the hike in the evening around 5 pm.

The village has an interesting history. Originally it was quite remote and got connected to a road only in 1991. It is surrounded by fertile lands and its community was around 600 at its largest. Currently, most of the inhabitants are getting their income from serving the tourists.

How to get to Masca, Tenerife

The easiest way to reach Masca is by car. You might want to rent a car in Tenerife because that way it is easy to explore the whole island. If you want to read about some ideas for a roadtrip across Tenerife, read this post.

One thing to keep in mind about the hike is that you will have to get back to your car somehow. Either you will have to go the hike both ways to the ocean and back, or you will have to take a water taxi to Los Gigantes and get back to the car by public transportation.

Another way to explore Masca is by getting a guided tour with a shuttle-bus from the resort where you are staying. Most of the resorts have some options for day-trips across Tenerife.

How to hike Masca Gorge

The hiking path goes through the center of Masca village and leads through the gorge all the way to the Atlantic ocean. It is around 6 km long and moderately hard. The path can be sometimes a bit steep and wet, as a small stream runs along with it.

At the narrowest point, the gorge is around 20 m wide and in some places, its sides are around 600 m high. This gives you a feeling that the surrounding nature is great in its magnificence.

The walls of the Masca gorge are full of interesting rock formations in different geometrical forms. Sometimes during a break from vigorous hiking, you might just want to study the forms of rocks created by nature.

You can expect to see not just the lush greenery, but some animals as well. There can be mountains goats, lizards, and brightly colored dragonflies.

In the last kilometer or so from the Atlantic ocean, you will be able to hear the waves without seeing them. The air will get wetter and saltier, sending a message that the hike soon will come to an end. The gorge ends with a nice black sanded beach and a dock for some small ships.

It is possible to hire a water taxi to the nearby Los Gigantes city.

If you have decided to hike back to the Masca village, you have to make sure that you will have enough water at this point. The hike back during the day will be hot. You will be climbing up to around 600 m altitude and there will not be the shadows from the walls of the gorge as there were during the morning. So be careful not to overheat.

What to take on a hike in Masca, Tenerife

The hike in Masca valley is of medium difficulty, so you have to be quite fit to go it both ways. I went on this hike in March, and it was quite hot. Here are some recommendations of what you should take:

  • Enough water – at least 2 liters if you are walking both ways;
  • Sunscreen;
  • Good boots – I hiked in my running shoes, and they got a little wet from the stream along the gorge;
  • Some snacks to keep your sugar and energy levels up;
  • Swimming suit and a light towel for a refreshing swim in the Atlantic ocean;
  • Check out other commonly forgotten items for a one-day hike!

What else is there to do in Tenerife?

These are some of the best things to do in Tenerife:

  • Hike Mount Teide
  • Learn surfing in Playa De Las Americas
  • Experience an adrenaline rush on the Siam Park water slides
  • See the magnificent cliffs in Los Gigantes
  • Go on a hike in Anaga Rural Park
  • And so much more!

With its diverse range of activities and attractions, Tenerife is an ideal destination for visitors of all ages. Here are some other reasons why you should visit Tenerife.

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Do you enjoy hiking? Which has been the most beautiful place, where you have hiked?

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A Guide to Piedmont Wine and Region

Piedmont, in Northern Italy, has rapidly become a renowned region for premium red wines. With highly-acclaimed wines, like Barbaresco and Barolo, Piedmont stands as one of Italy’s most celebrated wine regions.

Piedmont (more formally known as Piedmonte) has an extensive wine history, with many producers taking advantage of the unique climate the region offers.

Considering the area sits at the foot of the Alps, there is a significant cooling influence that adds to the distinct characteristics of the region’s wine. Furthermore, the region borders the French border, which has shaped the winemaking styles and traditions. These French influences have enabled the area to make dramatic winemaking advancements.

Where is the Piedmont Wine Region?

The Piedmont wine region is located in Northwest Italy.

The Piedmont region sits along the Alps and is surrounded by several other regions, including Lombardia and Emilia-Romagna in the east, Liguria in the south, Switzerland in the north, and France in the west.

While these countries and regions have added their own influence on Piedmont, the region has managed to stand its own and set itself apart from any other surrounding area.

What Red Wine is Piedmont Known for?

Piedmont is most known for its red wine from Nebbiolo and Barbera.

Not only is Nebbiolo one of the most planted varieties in Piedmont, but it also forms the pillar for the region’s premium wines.

Barbaresco and Barolo, which are two of the region’s finest red wines, are both made from Nebbiolo.

Both the Piedmont Barolo wine and Barbaresco light in color, but offer vastly different experiences. On the palate, Barolo offers a fuller, richer mouthfeel and is considered more serious. While the Barbaresco is slightly brighter and youthful – making it the easier-drinking wine between the two.

Regardless of which style the wine is made, Nebbiolo is most associated with aromas of tar and rose petals, and is enjoyed at its best after several years of bottle ageing.

Other than the renowned Nebbiolo wines, Piedmont also produces several different red varieties that have become iconic Italian wines. This includes Barbera, which has become one of the region’s most planted grape varieties. What separates Barbera from Nebbiolo wines is its ability to drink well even after only a couple of years of ageing. The tannins are naturally softer, while the acidity remains vibrant and fresh.

What White Wine is Produced in Piedmont?

Piedmonte produces white dry and sparkling wine.

Piedmont is famously known for its variety of iconic Italian reds. There are, however, several white wines that are significant to the region.

Moscato d’Asti, for one, is a sparkling sweet white that often offers vibrancy and fruitiness.

Asti Spumante is another Moscato-based sparkling wine made around the region of Asti, but tends to be less sweet and is lightly sparkling compared to the Moscato d’Asti.

The Piedmont white wines that are made in a dry style, are predominantly produced from Arneis and Cortese. Despite these varieties differing greatly, they have both remained in the spotlight as the region’s iconic whites.

Arneis, which is most commonly grown in the region of Roero and Langhe, is not an easy variety to grow. Not only is the grape variety particular about the conditions in which it grows, but it also tends to produce low acidity white, while it easily over-ripens. The wine does, however, offer enticing and exotic aromatics.

Cortese, on the other hand, is not nearly as aromatic as Arneis but does offer refreshing acidity and citrus fruit aromas. This variety is the foundation of the renowned Gavi di Gavi wines.

Where Should You Stay While in Piedmont?

Piedmont offers a range of places to stay.

While travelling through the scenic region, more tourist venues and accommodation options have emerged over the years. While wildly popular hotels and resorts have been established throughout the area, there are also several hostels that offer budget-friendly options.

Some hostel options include:

  • Combo Torino
  • Bamboo Eco Hotel

While some Hotels include:

  • Opera35 Hotel
  • Hotel Diplomatic
  • Hotel Regina Palace

How Should You Choose Wineries to Visit in Piedmont?

Choose a winery to visit in Piedmont based on your wine preference.

While Piedmont has wineries spread out all throughout the region, each winery offers a different experience and variety of wines. What many of the wineries have in common, is that they are small, family-run estates that often offer intimate wine tasting experiences.

With very few commercial wineries, each wine tasting experience offers an opportunity to gain great insight into the region’s wines and the families that built the reputation that Piedmont now has.

Some wineries in the Piedmont region, include:

  • La Ribota
  • San Silvestro
  • Marco Pontarelli
  • Ricossa
  • Martini
  • Capetta
  • Riva Leone
  • Gaja

Given the popularity of the region and its wines, several wine tours are available throughout the year. While specific wine tours offer wine tastings and sail tours, other tours focus on visiting individual wineries.

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Stanley Ipkiss is a shy and unlucky bank clerk who works at the local bank. He is often ridiculed by those around him, and the only friends he has are colleague Charlie Shoemaker and Milo the terrier. Meanwhile, gangster Dorian Tyrell, a nightclub owner, plans to overthrow his boss Niko. He also plans to rob the bank where Stanley works, for which he sends his girlfriend Tina there to memorize the floor plan.

Stanley immediately falls in love with Tina, and the girl seems to reciprocate. Later, the hero is not allowed into the nightclub where the girl works. But soon he finds a wooden mask near the harbor. When Stanley puts it on, he transforms into a green-faced and quirky dodger called The Mask. To get Tina’s attention, he robs a bank and then breaks into a club and dances with a girl. Tyrell is later arrested on suspicion of robbing a bank.

The next night, Stanley turns into the Mask again to meet Tina in the park, but they are interrupted by the police. He initially manages to fool the police, but ends up getting caught by Tyrell’s men, who gets the mask. The villain tries it on, and becomes an evil green monster. Tina visits Stanley in a cage and reveals that she always knew he was The Mask. Tyrell, meanwhile, kills Nico and prepares to destroy the club along with Tina, who betrayed him. Milo helps Stanley escape. Tina manages to get Tyrell to take off his mask, after which Stanley gets it again, who manages to save everyone.

The police blame Tyrell and drop all charges against Stanley. The next morning, the heroes throw the mask back into the harbor, and Stanley and Tina share a kiss.

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  • According to Chuck Russell, they saved a lot of money because Jim Carrey moved so plastically and cartoonishly that the need for computer refinement disappeared by itself.
  • Jim Carrey built the role around his father.
  • Anna Nicole Smith was supposed to play Tina Carlisle, but the producers changed their minds when they met Cameron Diaz, who was leaving the modeling agency. Vanessa Engel was also considered for the role of Tina.
  • Since the dog who played the role of Milo was often unpredictable, almost all of his scenes were improvised by Jim Carrey and eventually made it into the film.
  • Jim Carrey visits the Coco Bongo nightclub not only in this film, but also in the film Majestic (2001), besides, this is the name of a real club in Cancun (Mexico) owned by the actor.
  • Jim Carrey was paid $450,000 for the role, which was a big hit for New Line, as the deal was closed before Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1993), released the same year, was an unexpected big hit. For the next film, Dumb and Dumber (1994), Carrey has already demanded 7 million.
  • Most of all in this project, Jim Carrey was attracted by the fact that Stanley Ipkes, like the actor himself, is a big fan of cartoons.
  • Mask’s huge teeth were initially intended to be used only in those scenes where this character is silent. However, Jim Carrey managed to learn how to talk to them, and thereby make his character even more unusual.
  • The scene in which Jim Carrey takes a condom out of his pocket in front of the bandits and says that he has the wrong pocket was an improvisation by the actor.
  • Jim Carrey’s yellow suit was modeled after the suit his mother made for him before the actor’s first attempt at stand-up comedy.
  • The interior filming of the garage, where Ipkiss, wearing a mask, mocked the mechanics for his car, took place at an abandoned fire station in Los Angeles, the same location where the interior shooting of the fire station for the film “Ghostbusters” (1984).
  • Since Stanley is obsessed with cartoons, wearing a mask, he behaves like various cartoon characters: like the Tasmanian devil when he moves like a tornado; like Pepe le Pew when he flirts with Tina in the park; like Bugs Bunny when he dies in the arms of gangsters; and like a Tex Avery cartoon wolf when he sees Tina at a nightclub.
  • This is Cameron Diaz’s first feature film. For shooting in it, she received less than 500 thousand dollars.
  • In the original script, Stanley Ipkiss was confronted by a street gang at the beginning of the film. He was robbed and his watch was taken from him. That is why, when the mistress of the house asks him if he knows what time it is, he replies that he does not. In one of the movie’s trailers, there was a scene apparently based on the first draft of the script, in which Stanley tells the mobsters that he has no money. This scene was not included in the final cut of the film. Jim Carrey later starred in Bruce Almighty (2003), which also included a scene where his character confronted gangsters in an alley.
  • After the Mask performs a farewell speech in the hands of a bandit in a club, he receives an award, after which he addresses the audience, saying that they really love him. The line he uttered after accepting the award is a reference to Sally Field’s speech at the Oscars when she received the Best Actress statuette for A Place in the Heart (1984).
  • The film is based on the Dark Horse comic book series of the same name, where there were often dark stories in which the Mask killed people using various cartoon pranks. Director Chuck Russell said that at first the script of the film was written in such gloomy tones, but in the end it was reworked to fit Jim Carrey’s unique comedic style.
  • Before The Son of the Mask (2005) came out, there was an idea to make The Mask 2, but the project was canceled after Jim Carrey refused to reprise his role as Stanley Ipkiss. At the time, Nintendo Power magazine even ran a competition to win a role in the film. Upon learning of the cancellation of the project, the editors of the magazine apologized to the winner.
  • In scenes where Tina (Cameron Diaz) sings, Susan Boyd sang instead of Diaz.
  • Cameron Diaz auditioned 12 times before landing the role of Tina. She was approved for the role just 7 days before filming began.
  • In the scene where Ipkiss is surrounded by the masked police, he complains about not having a video camera when you need one. This is a veiled reference to the case of Rodney King being beaten by police officers, after which riots broke out in Los Angeles. It was one of the first and most famous cases of police misconduct that was caught on camera by ordinary citizens.
  • Ipkiss’ masked line about meatballs after swallowing the bomb is a quote from an Alk-Seltzer commercial where the actor had to eat meatballs in over 60 takes because he couldn’t pronounce his line correctly.
  • In one of the scenes of the film, Jim Carrey parodies Dirty Harry. Carrey previously starred in the last Dirty Harry film, The Game of Death (1988). Carrey also parodied Dirty Harry in Bruce Almighty (2003).
  • After Stanley, wearing a mask, visits the auto repair shop, a “Rip Off” sign appears over the door of the shop.
  • During the dance scene between Stanley (Jim Carrey) and Tina (Cameron Diaz), Carrey sang all his lines by himself.
  • Chris Elliot was considered for the role of Eddie, but Denis Forest ended up playing the part.
  • The script had a different ending to the film – in it Charlie (Richard Janie) put on a mask.
  • As the masked Stanley pretends to be dying, he asks to tell little Tim that he won’t be home for Christmas. Little Tim is a character from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol (1843). Jim Carrey later voiced Ebenezer Scrooge and three ghosts in A Christmas Carol (2009).) based on this story.
  • Matthew Broderick, Steve Martin, Rick Moranis and Martin Short were considered for the role of Stanley Ipkiss. However, the role eventually went to Jim Carrey.
  • Milo’s family is a Jack Russell Terrier.
  • Peter Riegert, Ben Stein, Tim Bagley, Eamonn Roche, Ivory Ocean and Christopher Darga starred together in Seinfeld (1989 – 1998).
  • Gary Kemp turned down the role of Dorian Tyrell to star in Magic Shooter (1994). As a result, Diran was played by Peter Green.
  • Ipkiss says he knows how to do CPR when he first finds the mask in the water and thinks it’s a drowning man. In the movie Dumb and Dumber (1994), Jim Carrey’s character says the same thing to a choking man.
  • When Stanley takes the concert tickets out of the drawer, it can be seen that they are tickets for the Royal Crown Revue, who later in the film perform the song “Hey Pachuco” (during Tina and Mask’s dance).
  • There were two deleted scenes on the DVD of the film. One at the beginning of the film – in it the Vikings came ashore to bury the mask. And the other was unfolding in the warehouse after Peggy turned in Stanley to Dorian. She asked Dorian for her reward, and Dorian threw her under the printing press, where newspapers were printed with an article about her death. The last scene was removed in the hope that Peggy’s character could be brought back in the sequel if needed.
  • In the sequel Mask 2, which was never filmed, Dorian was supposed to return to criminal cases, and the mask was supposed to be put on by a girl, as happened in the comics on which the plot of the film is based.
  • In the original version of the film, when Tina sings the song “Ain’t I Good For You” in the club, she can be heard saying the word “honey” (dear) towards the end of the song, but the movement of her lips shows that in fact, she says the word “baby” (baby).
  • When Stanley dances next to the parking meter, his lips move inconsistently with the sound of the words.
  • When Dorian puts on a mask and attacks Niko’s casino, he tells his men not to shoot. He then suggests Niko try to shoot him. When Niko fires, you can notice that the sounds of the shots and the flashes at the gun barrel are out of sync.
  • In the original version of the film, in the scene outside the auto repair shop, Peggy Brandt tells the police officer that she is a reporter for the Evening Star. Later, when she introduces herself to Stanley, she says that she works for the Tribune (although it is possible that she works as a freelancer, or this is a kind of joke about the journalists lying).
  • When Stanley recognizes Peggy, he remembers that she ran an “Ask Peggy” column. In the original version of the film, Peggy herself can be heard calling this section “Dear Peggy” a few seconds later.
  • Dr. Newman tells Stanley Ipkiss that, according to Norse mythology, Loki did so many things that Odin cast him out. This is not true. Loki was chained to a rock, and a snake was hung over his head, the poison of which constantly dripped onto his face. From the poison, Loki fought in agony. According to legend, his trembling is the cause of earthquakes. This error was corrected in the sequel – the film “Son of the Mask” (2005).
  • During the final shootout at Niko’s club, Dorian’s thugs shoot Ipkiss as he hides behind the bar. When they stop firing, one of the shooters, who stands in the center, takes out an empty clip and throws it aside. Then Ipkiss jumps out from behind the bar, and the same person again takes out an empty clip and replaces it with a full one.
  • In one of the scenes, a bomb timer is shown, and it displays “1:41”. After 2 minutes, the numbers “0:06” are visible on the timer. And the bomb explodes in the stomach of the Mask 12 seconds after that.
  • When Stanley is in the cell, there is footage of him covering the toilet seat with toilet paper. However, in subsequent frames, this paper disappears.
  • Stanley’s replacement car is a 1951 Studebaker Champion. But the car that falls apart on the bridge is a 1950 Studebaker Commander.
  • At the beginning of the film, when Tina is talking to Stanley about opening an account, when the shot changes, Stanley’s tie is suddenly thrown over his left shoulder, although in the previous shot it was hanging straight.
  • Towards the end of the film, there is a scene in which Milo the dog jumps up and grabs the mask with his teeth around the chin. When he lands after the jump, he already holds the mask with his teeth in the forehead area.
  • In the scene where Stanley starts to dance in front of the cops, he jumps and lands spinning around the pole. Then he starts walking forward, and here you can see that part of his shirt has come out of his pants, but in the next frame, the shirt is again neatly tucked in.
  • When Stanley returns home after getting the mask from the river, he is wet to the waist. But when he enters his apartment and sits down on the couch, his pants are completely dry and clean.
  • During the dance scene with Tina, at one point the Mask’s hat disappears.
  • During the chase scene, Tina’s lips are either covered in bright red lipstick or not.
  • At the beginning of the film, when the diver discovers the chest, there are a couple dozen stones on top of it. And when he swims up to him, the stones become clearly smaller.
  • When Stanley goes to the jail cell window to see his dog, his jacket is gone.
  • When Milo the dog puts on his mask and one of the thugs is holding his hind legs, Milo is partially above the blue stripe that is visible on the floor. In the next frame, he is moved further forward – there is only a white floor under him, and a piece of blue drawing is left behind.
  • When the lieutenant wakes up Ipkiss by knocking on the door, he lies on the bed and holds the mask with his hand, which is located on the edge of the red pillow. In the next frame, Ipkiss is no longer holding the mask, and it lies right in the center of the red pillow. Then there is another frame change, and everything returns to its original position.
  • When Stanley hits Dorian many times in the face, his tie is severely loosened. In subsequent scenes, you can see that the tie is loosened in different ways in different shots.
  • When the police search the Mask in the park, they first show a frame in which several objects are already under the Mask’s feet, which the police have already found from him. However, in subsequent shots, some of the items that were previously on the ground are again taken out of Mask’s pockets by the police.
  • After the Mask breaks all the windows in the car with a horn, the car drives off, but there are no fragments from the recently broken glass anywhere on it.
  • There is a scene in the club where Dorian lowers his weapon twice in a row.
  • When Stanley visits Dr. Newman, he decides to wear a mask to show it in action. At the same time, in one frame, from behind Newman’s shoulder, it can be seen that his hands are lowered on the table and there is nothing in them. Then, when Newman is shown from the front, his hands are raised and he holds a pen in them.
  • When Dorian burns his eyes with a cigarette in Niko’s photo, in the close-up he is holding the photo from the left side, then the camera changes angle and he is already holding the photo from below.
  • When Milo grabs the mask and the bandit with the long blond hair is holding his hind legs, another man with short black hair appears for a split second in a couple of frames.
  • The lights are reflected on the TV screen when Stanley is watching the movie Cool Little Red Riding Hood (1943).
  • The rollers in the print shop where Stanley Ipkiss is dragged rotate in the same direction. In fact, they should rotate in opposite directions.
  • In one scene, a lot of people are jumping around trying to catch the mask, and they fall way ahead of her. In fact, the wooden mask is not aerodynamic and could not fly for that long.
  • When Stanley opens the closet to hide the mask, money starts to fall out of it, while it is clear that some of the bills are just blank sheets of paper.
  • In the scene where Stanley is talking to Milo through the bars in his cell window, when he moves away from it, you can see that the bars are quite pliable and bend a little.
  • In the dance scene between Maska and Tina, in some shots it is clearly seen that doubles are dancing instead of actors.
  • When The Mask is dancing in front of the police, at the beginning of the scene, in some shots, black knee pads can be seen on him.
  • When The Mask jumps out the window of the house, glass shards fall from all sides around him, however, when he lands, no glass shards are visible on the road next to him.
  • Just before The Mask breaks the windows in the car with the horn, it is seen that a mannequin is sitting inside the car, not a living person.
  • At the beginning of the movie, when the diver is trying to break the chain from the chest, a pipe falls from above and makes a metallic sound, but it is actually a PVC pipe and has a rubber seal at the end to connect to another pipe. Therefore, this pipe could not make a metallic sound during a collision.
  • In some shots, a pink patch can be seen on the back of Mask’s head, apparently used to cover Jim Carrey’s hair.
  • When Stanley first arrives at his apartment, a 5 1/4″ floppy disk can be seen on the keyboard of his computer. It lies as if he uses it regularly. However, his computer only has a 3 1/2″ disk drive and the floppy disk does not fit to it in format.
  • When Stanley washes Dorian in the fountain, Dorian’s cries do not match his mouth movements.
  • At the end of the film, when Dorian jumps into the pool, Stanley draws a pen on the tree to wash him away. After Stanley flushes the water, he can be seen using his hand to close the door on the tree where the handle was in the previous shot.
  • “When you buy Twitter, we’ll have a hell of a party.” The world saw Musk’s correspondence – Finam.Ru

    On the eve of the trial in the case of Elon Musk against Twitter, which is due to take place in a few weeks, juicy correspondence surfaced. It turned out that Musk had been in contact with key Twitter figures: founder Jack Dorsey, chairman of the board of directors Bret Taylor and current CEO Parag Agrawal. Other random chats have also surfaced, such as those with investor Jason Calacanis and even Joe Rogan.

    Musk doesn’t want to be anyone’s boss

    Elon Musk doesn’t want to be the boss. This is a big revelation for a man who is the CEO of several companies.

    In early April, in a correspondence with Parag Agrawal, Musk admitted that he did not like being a leader. “Honestly, I hate doing management. I don’t think I should be anyone’s boss. But I love helping solve technical and product design problems,” Musk told Agrawal. At the same time, Agrawal said: “Treat me like an engineer, not like a general manager.”

    Musk and Agrawal’s relationship seemed promising at first. But then they degenerated into poop emoji.

    Founder and former CEO of Twitter, Jack Dorsey, consistently praises Agrawal’s engineering prowess in his conversations. But on April 26, Dorsey, Musk and Agrawal met together on Google Hangout to discuss the takeover. Judging by the correspondence, the meeting went badly.

    “At least it became clear you couldn’t work together,” Dorsey said.

    Musk’s ideas for Twitter development

    Elon Musk had some conflicting ideas for Twitter, such as checking all users and opening the source code of the algorithm (it was Dorsey’s idea at first). But his worst idea is fighting spam from bots.

    “I have an idea for a blockchain social media system that accepts both payments and short text messages. You have to pay a small amount to register your message in the thread, which will eliminate the vast majority of spam and bots.”

    A few days later Musk’s idea took on a big shape.

    “My plan B is a blockchain-based version of Twitter that has tweets embedded in a comment transaction,” he told Steve Davis, president of The Boring Company. “So you will have to pay maybe 0.1 Doge per comment or repost of this comment.”

    Fortunately, Musk later came to the conclusion that blockchain-based Twitter is currently not possible.

    Jack Dorsey is known as “Jack-Jack” on Musk’s phone. So much so that Dorsey is listed on Elon’s phone as “Jack-Jack”.

    Back in March, Dorsey and Musk discussed the future of Twitter.

    “We need a new platform. It can’t be a company. That’s why I left,” Dorsey said. When Musk asked what Twitter should look like, Jack Jack responded, “I think it should be an open source protocol funded by some kind of foundation that doesn’t own the protocol, just promotes it. A bit like what Signal did. It can’t have an advertising model.”

    In a public comment in April, Dorsey said “Elon is the only solution” he trusts. he said the same words to Musk.

    “I appreciate you. This is the correct and only way. I will continue to do my best to make it work,” wrote Jack Jack.

    Gayle King: Buying Twitter is a ‘thug move’

    Elon Musk doesn’t hire a PR team and generally doesn’t like talking to journalists. At the same time, Musk is talking to Gail King, co-host of CBS Mornings.

    ELON! You are buying Twitter or offering to buy Twitter. Wow!” the news anchor told Musk. “As modern kids say, it’s a gangster move,” she added.

    Gayle King is one of the very few women to whom Musk has sent more than a hundred messages. In one of them, Musk wrote to Gail King that Oprah Winfrey should join the board of directors of Twitter. “Perhaps Oprah will be interested in joining the board of Twitter if I buy Twitter. Wisdom for humanity and knowing what is right is more important than so-called “board management” skills, which, in my experience, mean next to nothing,” Musk said.

    Jason Calacanis wanted to be the CEO of Twitter

    Musk also had messages from Jason Calacanis in his correspondence. When news of the offer to buy Twitter broke, Jason wrote that Musk should raise his offer to $54.21.

    “You can easily get rid of bots and spam and make the service available to more users — removing bots and spam is much easier than what the Tesla drone team does,” Calacanis wrote. – And why should blue ticks be limited to the elite, the press and celebrities? How democratic is that?

    Calacanis had many other suggestions, including a proposal to cut Twitter’s staff by more than half to boost revenue. He also suggested that Twitter hire MrBeast to create original video content, as well as dive into more video monetization features for creators.

    Both Musk and Calacanis agreed that Twitter Blue is “a crazy piece of shit” and should be completely erased and rethought. “Those assholes spent a year on Twitter Blue giving people exactly…nothing they want!” Calacanis wrote.

    When Musk asked if Calacanis would like to be a strategic advisor if the deal goes through, Calacanis swore the text equivalent to the future owner of Twitter: “Board member, advisor, whatever… you have my sword,” Calacanis wrote. “Twitter CEO is my dream job,” he added.

    It is worth noting that later the relationship of “buddies” worsened.

    Joe Rogan offered to throw a party

    “I hope you buy Twitter,” Joe Rogan wrote. “If so, then we should have a hell of a party.” Musk responded to this message with 100 emojis.

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    Опубликовано: November 29, 2022 в 12:17 am

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    Ecotourism in Spain’s Canary Islands

    Nomad Emma shows us the eco-friendly side of this Spanish archipelago as she hops by ferry from island to island, cycling, windsurfing, whale-watching, hiking, and sampling the local food.


    Photo © Emma Gregg

    The Canary Islands wears its volcanic origins on its sleeve – but it has a green side too, both literally and metaphorically. Island-hopping around this Spanish archipelago by ferry, I discovered secret coves, scenic cycle routes, idyllic swimming spots, eco-friendly villas, and skies studded with stars.

    • Cycling on Lanzarote
    • Chilling out on Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria
    • Getting close to nature on Tenerife and La Gomera
    • Tasting local life on La Palma and El Hierro
    • Trip notes

    Cycling on Lanzarote

    Maybe it’s the quiet roads and steady climbs. Or perhaps it’s the wild, arid scenery: a rare mix of volcanic peaks, rocky slopes and lichen-strewn lava fields, so otherworldly, they feel like the set of a sci-fi movie. Whatever the reason, hardcore cyclists – the sporting fraternity’s self-appointed elite – love Lanzarote. And the island loves them back, organizing training sessions and multiple events, from a bike week for fit over-50s to four-day mountain bike rallies and an Ironman so grueling, it counts towards qualification for the world championship in Hawaii.

    Me? I’m no athlete, elite or otherwise. But I love cycling, so I’d hatched a plan to jump start my Canaries island-hopping trip by renting a bike and joining the spandex-clad enthusiasts who tour this rugged, multi-faceted island on two wheels.

    You need to watch out for the wind, they told me. They weren’t wrong. It was November, and while this is by no means the gnarliest month, the 15mi (24km) per hour Atlantic breeze certainly whipped me into shape. Pedaling northeast, against the blast, was tough. But fortunately, Lanzarote is blessed with some great spots to pause for breath – pretty villages, panoramic viewpoints, and hidden coves, along with intriguing 20th-century art centers designed by local creative genius César Manrique. And when at last I was zooming southwest with the wind on my back, I felt invincible.

    Chilling out on Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria

    Bidding farewell to my bike, I hopped on a ferry from Lanzarote’s southern tip to Fuerteventura, the next island in the chain. Here, the Atlantic breeze felt like a strong but friendly force, ready to be harnessed. Dotting the terracotta landscapes are historic, Castilian-style windmills that once kept the locals well-fed on gofio, Canarian flour made from grains that are roasted before they’re milled to enhance their flavor and shelf-life. Signing up for windsurfing lessons at one of the island’s laidback training centers, I spent my mornings riding the breeze and my afternoons on Fuerteventura’s long, lovely sands, cooled by the restless air.

    An historic windmill on Fuerteventura. Image credit: Getty Images / Flavio Vallenari

    I continued west by ferry to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the archipelago’s largest city and the capital of the island of Gran Canaria. Bustling and cosmopolitan, with modernist blocks rubbing up against elegant apartments with filigree balconies, it feels very much like a Spanish city that’s broken free from the mainland and floated gently southwest, picking up traces of other cultures on the way. Catching a bus out of town, I followed Gran Canaria’s northern shore to Las Salinas de Agaete, to swim in one of three natural swimming pools sheltered from the open ocean by battlement-like columns.

    After that, utterly refreshed, I settled down with a Tropical beer to watch the sunset.

    Getting close to nature on Tenerife and La Gomera

    It’s only 80 minutes by ferry from Agaete to Las Palmas’ lively cousin, Santa Cruz on the island of Tenerife. In the run-up to Mardi Gras in February, the city thrills with whistles and the thump of carnival drums. It’s always fun to be in Santa Cruz, even out of season, but I was keen to head back out to sea, so jumped on a bus to Costa Adeje, where a whale-watching catamaran was waiting.

    A whale-watching catamaran off the coast of Tenerife. Image credit: Emma Gregg

    The captain had promised us a sighting or our money back. It sounded like a lot to expect, but who was I to argue? Infected by his confidence, I scanned the middle distance for diving seabirds – a sure sign that whales or dolphins may be present. Ten different cetacean species are regularly spotted in the deep channel between Tenerife and its little neighbor, La Gomera, with pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins resident all year round. Sure enough, a pod of dolphins was soon slicing through the water just beyond our boat.

    With La Gomera beckoning, it was time for another ferry trip: from Los Cristianos to San Sebastián, Christopher Columbus’ last stop in the known world before traveling to the Americas. Climbing up to Garajonay National Park in a rented electric car, I hiked along the steep, misty paths that weave through La Gomera’s UNESCO-listed laurisilva (or laurel forest), a mysterious, mossy pocket of green.

    Tasting local life on La Palma and El Hierro

    Throughout my trip, I stayed in casas rurales: characterful village apartments and villas outside the main tourist resorts. Some were former farm buildings, spruced up with eco-friendly touches. Waking to views of age-worn lava or sapphire-blue seas, I would start the day by padding outside with a bowl of local figs, bananas, or pineapple, bought fresh the day before. Come lunchtime, I’d eat like a local, dipping papas arrugadas (salty little potatoes) into mojo, a piquant sauce rich in olive oil. On my sixth island stop, La Palma, where world-class chefs conjure up delicious dishes based on parrotfish and moray eels, I tucked into a vegan version of puchero canario, a classic island stew stuffed with colorful vegetables, pulses, garlic, cumin, and herbs.

    From La Palma, I sailed back to Los Cristianos for a ferry to the smallest and remotest of the seven main islands in the chain: El Hierro. It’s a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve and Geopark, with big ambitions, sustainability-wise: its wind turbines and hydroelectric plant are designed to harness and store enough renewable energy to supply its entire population of around 11,000. On this clean-living island, light pollution is impressively low; so much so that, during my visit, the night skies seemed even more vivid than those over Tenerife and La Palma, both of which have international astronomical observatories.

    Orchilla lighthouse on El Hierro. Image credit: Getty Images / Luis Davilla

    Of El Hierro’s many dark-sky spots, the clifftop near Orchilla lighthouse is one of the best. As I gazed up at the infinite constellations, Taurus shone brightly in their midst: the bull, a symbol of Spain itself, strutting proudly across a star-speckled field of deepest blue.

    Trip Notes

    Getting there and around

    There are direct flights to the Canaries from European cities, and ferries from Huelva or Cádiz in Spain with Naviera Armas, Fred Olsen, or Trasmediterránea (27-55 hours, depending on where you depart from and which island you’re heading to). You can island-hop with the same ferry companies, or by plane with Binter or Canaryfly. Sea voyages between adjacent islands take between 25-150 minutes. It’s easy to rent a car on any of the islands.

    Planning your trip

    The best times for cycling and walking in the Canaries are January to May and October to December, when the school holiday crowds have subsided and the weather is mild. For windsurfing and kitesurfing, April to September is breeziest and therefore best, but it’s not until later in the year that the surf picks up. Meteor showers peak in August. Casas rurales (rural self-catering accommodations) typically cost US $17-70 / €15-60 per person per night.


    By Emma Gregg,


    World Nomads Contributor – Tue, 26 Oct 2021

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    The Canary Islands: Things to Do in Tenerife and Gran Canaria

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    by Sandy Bornstein

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    This blog post was updated on August 6, 2021.

    The Canary Islands are a year-round island hopper’s destination. Sun worshipers can choose from hundreds of beaches to bask in temperate climes, while water sports enthusiasts can scuba dive, kayak, or sail. For those who prefer land-based activities, there’s horseback riding, golf, hiking, climbing or off-road biking. Nature lovers can enjoy stargazing, bird watching, whale watching or admiring the volcanic terrain. Basically, there’s something for everyone!

    While there are seven large and six smaller islands off the coast of northwestern Africa, most visitors spend their time in Tenerife or Gran Canaria. Here’s what’s in store for you when you visit these fabulous islands:

    Tenerife: The Island of Eternal Spring

    Tenerife, the largest island in the archipelago, has two international airports — Los Rodeos Airport (North Airport) and Reina Sofia (South Airport). The capital city of Santa Cruz is situated in the northeast part of the island. The facets of city life — history, culture, shopping, restaurants and nightlife — are located here. It’s also a popular cruise ship port.

    Image via Flickr CC – Philippe Teuwen

    This city takes on a festive and jubilant personality during its famous carnival season in February or March (pictured above). If you want a more subdued vacation, you can relax at the nearby Playa de Las Teresitas in the village of San Andrés.

    If you’re traveling with kids, there are plenty of things to do. Families can take day trips to the northwest coast to visit the Loro Parque (aquarium and zoo) and the Siam Park (water park). It’s best to arrive early because these popular venues are crowded during peak times.

    Image by Sandy Bornstein

    The focal point on the island is Mount Teide, the highest point in Spain. If you’re fascinated by craters and volcanoes, add Teide National Park to your “must see” list. While it’s advisable to make an online reservation for a cable car ticket and a permit to take the peak path, weather conditions are variable at higher altitudes. Those who don’t mind a bit of physical activity can hike instead of taking the cable car.

    Image by Sandy Bornstein

    Another option is to explore the nearby Pared de La Caldera de Las Cañadas, which was formed approximately 170,000 years ago after a landslide destroyed the top of Tenerife and is one of the largest cauldrons in the world.

    Many of the best-known white sand beaches and resorts are located in the southern region whereas the northern beaches are characterized by volcanic black sand. The south tends to be sunnier, drier, and slightly warmer than the north. The relaxed beach scene is contrasted with a robust nightlife that’s saturated with bars, clubs and comedy performances.

    Gran Canaria

    History buffs will recall that Christopher Columbus came to Gran Canaria on his way to discovering the New World. Modern day travelers come for a break from their daily lives. International flights land at the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Airport and cruise passengers disembark at the Las Palmas Cruise Port. Most seek out one or more of the island’s black, gold, gravel or stone beaches.

    Image via Flickr CC – Becks

    By far the most notable beach is located on the southern tip at the Maspalomas Sand Dunes. Many consider it a miniature desert by the sea. Vendors provide camel rides. Be aware that there are designated areas for nudist, gay and lesbian beaches.

    Some prefer to drive north in the northern region. Teror and Arucas offer historical landmarks and restaurants to taste local cuisine. Since the beginning of the 16th century, Christians have made pilgrimages to the Basilico del Pino in Teror. Admiring the workmanship of the handcrafted 16th century wooden balconies on the colonial styled two-storey buildings are an added bonus.

    Upon entering Arucas, you can’t miss the Inglesia de San Juan Bautista (Church of San Juan Bautista). It towers above all of the nearby buildings. This neo-gothic-styled church appears out of sync with everything in the immediate vicinity. This structure would be more at home in a large city like Barcelona. Both towns have small shops and restaurants.

    This volcanic island has several craters. Caldera de Bandama (Bandama Crater) is located near Arucas and Teror. This subtle crater can be viewed by standing on the hill overlooking the rim. The volcano rises almost 2,000 feet above sea level.

    Image by Sandy Bornstein

    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the largest European Union city outside the continent. This city is the host to an abundance of shops and restaurants. After touring the surrounding area, a stroll along the expansive Playa de las Canteras Beach promenade is a perfect way to end the day. If time allows, take a dip at one of the best urban beaches in the world.

    Are you ready to pack your bags and fly to the Canary Islands? Would you visit Tenerife, Gran Canaria, or both? tell us in the comments below!




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    Sandy Bornstein

    Sandy Bornstein lived as an expat in India. Her award-winning memoir, May This Be the Best Year of Your Life, highlights what she learned as the only American teacher at an international Bangalore school. After living abroad, Sandy continues to explore the world and write about her travels. You can follow Sandy’s adventures at www.sandrabornstein.com.



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    Canary Islands Travel Guide | Scuba Diving

    September 2001

    By Alex Roslin

    Rising out of the Atlantic Ocean just off the Moroccan coast, the Canary Islands have been shrouded in myth and legend for centuries. They are the inspiration for Homer’s Elysian Fields, where the souls of dead heroes went to spend eternity. Greek legend also held that the archipelago of seven Canary Islands was the remains of Atlantis.

    Today, the Canaries are being discovered for their excellent diving. The “seven roses of the Atlantic,” as they are fondly called by locals, offer a blend of underwater features from Hawaii, the Red Sea, Africa and the Caribbean. All this, and the weather is great for diving year-round.

    Tenerife: Las Galletas

    Playa de las Vistas

    Our first stop in the Canary Islands was Las Galletas, a sleepy town on the bone-dry south shore of the largest island, Tenerife. Las Galletas is Tenerife’s most popular diving destination, but it is mostly free of the European tourists who swarm the nearby beach resorts. Known as the Costa del Silencio, the south coast is sheltered from the waves and winds that blast the north.

    We suited up on the beach for a shore dive at Playa de las Vistas. Vis hit a respectable 90 feet once we cleared the beach, but our Belgian guide assured us it was usually better. We soon found ourselves in a jungle of sea life, including squadrons of trunkfish, barracuda, needlefish, starfish, squid and yellow-striped bass. A large moray eel tailed us like a suspicious security guard.

    Playa de las Vistas is also a popular night-dive locale, featuring the usual night prowlers–octopus, cuttlefish, barracuda–as well as green phosphorescence.

    At 74 degrees, the water was a relief from the hot morning sun–but a tad too cold to support Caribbean-style corals. Instead, the Canaries feature a combination of the volcanic underwater architecture of Hawaii–complete with mazes of grottoes, caves, undersea mountains and canyons–and Atlantic crosscurrents that bring together a wide range of sea creatures.

    El Aquario

    A balance of trade winds and warm currents has blessed the Canaries with a year-round temperate climate that inspired the nickname “islands of the eternal spring.” This means divers will find a revolving selection of migrating species that tour past the Canaries throughout the year.

    There are three types of marine life here–big cold-water Atlantic critters like manta rays and sea turtles, Red Sea-style tropical creatures like sand eels, striped red mullet and glass-eye, and Mediterranean marine life such as blacktail cumber.

    At El Aquario, we were able to get up close and personal with some of these specimens. We picked up a bag of sardines at a Las Galletas beachfront fish market and a Zodiac took us a couple of hundred yards into the bay. Vis was good again–90 feet. As I took some time to equalize, I could see the dive guide and my wife Rhonda touch down on the white sand floor 60 feet below. They were already surrounded by a blizzard of friendly stingrays and fish.

    The dozen or so rays circled excitedly, rubbing their soft wings against us. Soon we were joined by two six-foot-wide mantas hungry for affection and sardines. They let us pet their black backs and white underbellies, exposing their gaping mouths.

    The centerpiece of the underwater village was a small wreck of a fishing boat. A solitary moray eel poked its head out of a hole in the wreck wondering what all the fuss was about. The wreck is also home to a sea turtle locals call Isabelle. On our way back, we glided over large beds of black sea worms.

    Bahia Amarilla

    Our next dive, Bahia Amarilla (Yellow Bay), gave us a taste of the Canaries’ unique underwater volcanic formations. Divers suit up on the rocks and fin out along the sandy bottom into the bay. The water was quite clear with a view out to 120 feet. A good 150 yards out, we came upon two massive columns of black volcanic rock the height of four-story buildings shooting up out of the sand. A third column stood some 80 yards beyond. The formations were covered with colorful flora and teemed with fish–flounder, sea worms, squid, another octopus, trumpetfish, reef fish, needlefish.

    Tenerife: Los Gigantes

    Los Chuchos (Stingray Village)

    Los Gigantes are one of Tenerife’s most famous attractions, with 1,500-foot hazel-blue cliffs shooting straight up out of the ocean. Dive sites feature craggy volcanic caves, caverns and tunnels that are home to octopus, shoals of grunts, groupers, sponges, anemones and gorgonians. One favorite site called Stingray Village, or Los Chuchos, is home to a gaggle of stingrays and eagle rays, plus jacks, barracuda and tuna.

    Atlantis

    A site called Atlantis features a triangular platform of basalt rock consisting of hexagonal crystals. Some of the crystals have fallen away to resemble the ruins of an ancient city (hence the name of the spot). They are a photo-perfect backdrop for swarms of fish and red and yellow gorgonians.

    Masca Bay

    Experienced divers can get a rare look at black coral at Masca Bay, about 30 minutes north by boat. You dive in the shadow of the massive cliffs to a drop-off that starts at 75 feet, then plummets to 150 feet. The wall is covered in black coral, and at the bottom are two small caves. They are home to several swallowtail sea perch and fangtooth morays. Large jacks and barracuda are also commonly sighted.

    Tenerife: North Coast

    The island’s lush north slope is a different world. Only a 30-minute drive from the desert-like south shore, Tenerife’s north coast catches lots of rain. The north also boasts little-known dive sites that pay off big for those willing to brave the stronger currents. Volcanic formations are the big draw–caves, chimneys, bridges, canyons, arches.

    The Atlantik Divingcentre in Puerto de la Cruz is the only operation on this coast. Popular dives include the Cathedral, which features sheer walls going straight down and down and down. There is also a DC-3 wreck at El Sauzal about 90 feet down.

    La Gomera

    This tiny 12-mile-wide island is virtually untouched by tourism and is famous for its stunning volcanic landscapes. Below the waves, La Gomera is known for an abundance of big fish and impressive rock formations. A popular boat dive called Cascante features a cavern at 45 feet, home to many different critters. Divers tour several other formations, then proceed through an arcade before turning back.

    Fuerteventura and Lanzarote

    One of the easternmost of the Canary Islands, Fuerteventura is blessed with Europe’s most famous white-sand beaches. Among the many sites here is El Bajon del Rio where divers can experience more freaky underwater formations, including a row of three 15-foot-high rocks shaped like toadstools. The heads are covered with blue and green algae and underneath lurk schools of small fish, white and zebra bream, Turkish wrasse, parrotfish and barracuda.

    Nearby Lanzarote, the easternmost Canary Island, is like a moonscape–there are virtually no trees and the island is covered by a thick, craggy blanket of black lava. This pear-shaped island was transformed by great volcanic eruptions from 1730 to 1736, when over 100 volcanoes rose up, covering 20 square miles.

    A favorite spot for more experienced divers is the Los Erizos shipwreck yard. The location features eight wrecks in 60 to 90 feet of water and has been designated a marine conservation site. The wrecks support rich marine life, including sardines, pinfish, Turkish wrasse, emperor fish, arrow crabs, large groupers and sometimes large stingrays and tuna (plus angel sharks in winter).

    Sightseeing in the Canaries

    German naturalist and traveler Alexander von Humboldt called the Canary Islands the most beautiful place on earth, and it’s not hard to see why. Even hard-core divers will want to take some time to explore the islands’ topside vistas.

    At the center of each island is a rising crescendo of volcanoes, great for a sightseeing drive or hiking. El Teide, at the center of Tenerife, is surrounded by a 10-mile-wide crater with a wild lunar landscape. Bring lots of film–you’ll be snapping like crazy. The night sky in the mountains is also spectacular.

    Other must-sees are the sleepy colonial-era towns, labyrinthine natural caves–one extending 15 miles–and the untouched countryside. The islands attract twice as many tourists as the Caribbean, but 40 percent of the surface area is set aside for conservation. This, plus the fact that most tourists are concentrated in small pockets on the two largest islands, means lots of elbow room.

    In fact, the Canaries are often said to be lost in time somewhere between modern Europe and the time of the original cave-dwelling inhabitants, known as Guanches, famous for their whistling language and fierce resistance to the Spanish conquistadores. The islands still have hundreds of old Guanche caves carved into cliffsides, as well as Guanche-era pyramids.

    Dive In: Canary Islands

    Getting There: The Canaries still lack direct flights from North America. Flights are now available from New York that last 11 to 15 hours, including a stop in Madrid, but be prepared for an odyssey of up to 40 hours from some North American locations.

    Geography: The Canary Islands group consists of seven large islands and six smaller islets located about 650 miles southwest of Spain. The Canaries stretch about 300 miles from east to west, with the easternmost island 60 miles off the coast of Morocco.

    Time Zone: The Canaries are one hour behind Greenwich Mean Time and follow daylight saving time. That means they’re five hours ahead of New York and eight hours ahead of L.A.

    Climate: Weather barely changes throughout the year, ranging from a daily average of 65F in winter to 75F in summer, but rising to 95F in the afternoon. There is no rainy season. The islands have wildly differing climate zones–wet, lush and a little cooler in the north, desert-like in the south. The mountains at the center of the islands have their own distinct climates–windy and cooler. Be prepared for a volcanic eruption every few hundred years.

    Entry Requirements: Passport required for U.S. and Canadian citizens. No airport charges.

    Language: Spanish, but English is widely spoken.

    Currency: Spanish pesetas. Credit cards are widely accepted and there are plenty of ATMs.

    Electricity: 220 volts.

    Water Conditions: Water temps range from 74F to 77F in the summer, and 65F to 68F in winter, with visibility
    averaging 75 to 120 feet. Conditions are rougher on the islands’ north coasts.

    Recompression Chambers: There are chambers located in Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura.

    Canary Islands Dive Operators

    Aqua-Marina Dive Center (Tenerife), 011-34-922-797944

    Atlantic Divers (Tenerife), 011-34-922-735509

    Blue Explorers Dive Centers (Gran Canaria and Tenerife), 011-34-928-774539

    Calipso Diving (Lanzarote), 011-34-928-590879

    Divingcenter Atlantik (Tenerife), 011-34-922-362801

    Fisch & Co. Diving School (La Gomera), 011-34-922-805688

    Gomera Dive Resort (La Gomera), 011-34-922-895902

    Los Gigantes Diving Centre (Tenerife), 011-34-922-860431

    Safaridiving (Lanzarote), 011-34-928-511992

    TRENDive-Center (Fuerteventura), 011-34-928-867290

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    Canary Islands is one of the most attractive places in Spain, especially if you want to move here because of its climate.

    Main destinations in the Canary Islands

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    Looking for accommodation in the Canary Islands

    The Canary Islands offer a wide range of hotels, cottages, apartments and campsites. We recommend booking accommodation in advance, especially if you are traveling during peak season (July-August). Since, due to the high demand for housing during these months, it becomes almost impossible to find one.

    Apartment choice instead of a hotel has advantages, for example, the availability of personal space, as well as lower costs because it will be possible to cook on your own in the kitchen. If you are looking for a cheap option, but also want to enjoy comfort, cleanliness and safety, Hostels is a good choice. Renting a house in is another option, especially for those traveling with children.
    Last but not least, it is worth mentioning the large number of hotels that are on the islands. We provide links to view country hotels, apartments and villas in the Canary Islands.

    Traditions and holidays in the Canary Islands

    It is impossible to talk about the festivals that take place in the Canary Islands without mentioning the Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, which takes place in March.

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    The travel time depends on the type of service chosen, group or exclusive, national or international move and the distance to the Canary Islands. It varies from 12-15 days to from the moment of moving.

    How to get to the “Lunar Landscape” in Tenerife – Spain Travel Photo Blog

    It’s no secret that the island of Tenerife, thanks to its volcanic origin, is famous for its Martian and lunar landscapes. But few people know that there is another place on the island that is called “Paisaje lunar”, which translates as “Lunar Landscape” and this piece of natural park is really worthy of special attention!

    Lunar Landscape is located in the southern part of the island, not far from the village of Vilaflor, in the natural park of Corona Forestal. The inconvenience of visiting this place lies in the fact that there is no access to it by car and it is necessary to overcome the walking route, with a total length of 12 km! But our editors learned a couple of secrets about how to shorten the road. So, useful tips:

    1. Do not trust Google’s navigator!
    If you came to the island of Tenerife as a tourist, then, almost certainly, you stayed at one of the resorts located in the southern part of the island, in Playa de las Americas or Los Cristianos. If you are going to visit the “Lunar Landscape” on your own, you will lay a route in Google maps and it will be the same as you see in the picture.

    This is absolutely the wrong way! Following the directions, and not reaching your destination for 20 km, you will find yourself on a narrow road, while the navigator will claim that you still have at least 1 hour to go!

    This narrow road will eventually end and you will be left alone with a dirt, broken road that you should not enter in a rented car.

    2. Don’t follow the Spanish language sites!
    If you look for ways to approach the “Lunar Landscape” on almost all Spanish-language sites, you will be asked to walk 12 km along the tourist route PR-TF 72, originating from the village of Vilaflor. In addition to its considerable length, this route has an impressive elevation difference, about 700 meters, so it will not be very easy for an unprepared tourist to overcome it.

    To avoid all of the above errors, you need to study the map in detail. The photo shows that an unnamed road leads to our destination, starting from the TF21 highway outside the town of Vilaflor, at the point with coordinates 28. 165236, -16.634311. This is the route we recommend.

    This will lead you to a good gravel road, at the beginning of which there is a barrier. According to Spanish websites, illegal passage through it is fraught with a fine of 100 to 1000 euros! If you are a respectable citizen and do not violate the regulations of local authorities, then you can leave the car here and continue on foot. In this case, you already save about 2 km of travel, relative to the PR-TF 72 route, starting from the village of Vilaflor. In addition, you will avoid a sharp drop in height when walking, and this is about an hour uphill!

    If you dare to drive further by car (by the way, the barrier is open and there are no signs prohibiting movement in front of it), you will see that you are not alone and most travelers do just that.

    After driving 3-4 km, you will see signs for the route leading to the Moonscape. From this point there are 2 trails, each 3. 7 km long. Thus, you can make a “ring” walk, 7 km long. We advise you to take the path that goes to the right.

    The trail is well marked, so you can’t go astray.

    The entire route passes through a spruce forest with a constant uphill.

    But how pleasant it is to enjoy beautiful views and clean air!

    There are easy-to-understand signs at each fork.

    As it turned out, half of the way the trail runs along the road that follows from the barrier.

    You can not park your car at the point where 2 trails of 3.7 km each start, but drive even further, to the place indicated on the map, with coordinates 28.173686, -16.603484

    You can take this pillar as a landmark, with signs 2.1 km. By leaving the car at this point, you will shorten your walking route by another 1.4 km one way. Thus, from the car to the “Lunar Landscape” you will be separated by some 2 km!

    But there are certainly no more loopholes, so from here you still have to walk along the winding “rivers” of frozen lava that amaze the imagination.

    And such exotic landscapes.

    Somewhere along the way there are caves of volcanic origin, formed as a result of the solidification of flowing lava during one of the eruptions of Mount Teide, the last of which was in 1909.

    There are ruins of once residential buildings.

    Part of the route passes along the Camino de Chasna road, which is, in essence, the historical heritage of the island. After all, once it was the only route connecting the southern and northern parts of Tenerife, and it was used by the Guanches, the indigenous inhabitants of the islands! This road is over 500 years old!

    As we approached the Lunar Landscape, a thick fog covered us, through which it became difficult to see anything around.

    Finally, having reached the final point where 2 paths converge, we should have been delighted to see the long-awaited landscapes.

    But through the veil of fog it was difficult to make out anything and understand where the “lunar landscape” was located.

    Only after 10 minutes, it became clear that the “lunar landscape” is in the gorge below us!

    And at some point I even managed to catch a fairly “clear” frame.

    Just as we were about to turn around and head back to the car, a little disappointed by the bad weather, the idea came to try and get down to the Moonscape and get a closer look at it.

    Many sources write that it is impossible to get closer to it, because the “landscape” is surrounded by sharp cliffs on all sides and there is no adequate path for descending.

    He who seeks will always find!

    In fact, there is a path and you can safely go down it, it will lead directly to the foot of the “Lunar Landscape”.

    Suddenly, the weather took pity on us, the fog dissipated quickly enough and a long-awaited and such a bewitching landscape appeared before us.

    It is difficult to describe in words, there is a feeling of something unearthly. Bizarrely shaped stone peaks, as if hewn by someone by hand, are striving upward, piercing the blue sky.

    Connecting a little imagination, in these forms everyone will see something of their own … for example, the great creation of Antonio Gaudi – Sagrada Familia, it is not in vain that the master drew inspiration from nature itself, which is the best sculptor and artist.

    These figures were formed by the solidification of volcanic tuff – a rock consisting of ash and other particles ejected from the crater of a volcano during an eruption. Tuff is famous for its strength and ease of processing, so “natural sculptors”, such as winds, rains, and erosion, did their job and for several millennia hewn these figures, giving them cosmic forms.

    Movies are often filmed here and many photo shoots are also held.

    After making a photo essay and admiring the “Lunar Landscape” to our heart’s content, we set off on our way back.

    We used the same path, which is very nice to walk along, especially when you go down 🙂

    The fog during this time descended to the road itself, and the temperature dropped to 8 C.

    Along the road, rock art is visible on all the stones, and there were most of the inscriptions in Russian here 🙂

    Once again we have seen that Tenerife is an island of contrasts. There are beautiful beaches in the south, and lush vegetation in the north, and Martian landscapes near the volcano, and lunar landscapes a little to the side, and much more! It would seem that it is not a big island at all, a piece of Spain in the Atlantic, but so rich, bright and ambiguous!

    Airports in the Canary Islands: location, routes, services

    Content:

    • General information
    • Online board
    • How to get
    • Parking
    • Airport schemes
    • Services
    • Wi-Fi
    • Airlines
    • Routes with Russia

    Canar are one of the most popular kurors. The archipelago consists of seven islands in the Atlantic Ocean not far from Morocco, but they belong to Spain. In total, there are 8 air terminals on the territory, three of which are large international ones, including Gran Canaria Airport.

    General information

    The largest airport is Las Palmas, which is located on the island of Gran Canaria. IATA code – LPA, ICAO code – GCLP. The airport has served the Canary Islands since 1957. Contact information is as follows:

    • address: Aeropuerto de Gran Canaria, Telde 35071, Gran Canaria/Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain;
    • helpline: +34(0)928579130;
    • fax: +34(0)928579117;
    • email;
    • official website.

    Las Palmas Airfield

    Important! The official website of Gran Canaria Airport is only available in English, German and Spanish.

    The second most important airport is the southern terminal of the island of Tenerife. The IAT code is TFS, and the ICAO code is GCTS. In 2017, the terminal served more than 11 million passengers. Contacts:

    • Address: 38610 Granadilla de Abona, Canary Islands, Spain;
    • helpline: (+34)913211000;
    • email;
    • official website available in Spanish, English and German.

    The third is the Lanzarote or Arrecife air terminal, located on the island of Lanzarote. In 2017, it served almost 6 million passengers. IATA code – ACE, ICAO code – GCRR. The airport has served the Canary Islands since 1941. Contacts:

    • Address: Correos 86, 35500 Arrefice, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain;
    • helpline: (+34)

      4704;

    • email;
    • official website available in English, Spanish and German.

    Lanzarote airfield

    Online scoreboard

    Canary Islands

    All three airport sites have the same structure as they belong to the Aena network. The online scoreboard can be viewed on the official websites if you go from the main page to the “flights” section. There you can find a board of both departures and arrivals, the search criteria in which will be the time zone, airline and direction. Additionally, you can enter the flight number or destination and departure point into the search from above. The online scoreboard itself is divided into columns:

    • time;
    • flight number;
    • destination or departure point;
    • airline and aircraft;
    • terminal.

    Links to the online scoreboard of airports are as follows:

    • Gran Canaria: departure and arrival;
    • Tenerife South: departure and arrival;
    • Lanzarote: departure and arrival.

    Tenerife check-in area

    How to get there

    From the LPA airport, the cities can be reached in the following ways:

    • Public transport. You can use the services of buses number 1, 11, 36, 5, 60, 66, 90 and 91. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria can be reached for 2.3 euros in 30-40 minutes, to Puerto de Morgan for 6.8 euros for 1-1.2 hours, to Aguimes for 1.4 euros for 25 minutes, to Faro de Maspalomas for 4.05 euros for 40-60 minutes, to Telde for 1.65 euros for 25 minutes. * Buses run quite often, from 5-6 in the morning and until 11-12 at night with rare exceptions. Additional information is available at the link.
    • Taxi. They are located on the ground floor in the arrivals area. The minimum price is 3.15 euros, for each kilometer the cost will be 1.10 euros during the day or 1.26 euros at night or on weekends, for waiting – 15.05 euros.*You can order a taxi by phone (+34) 928574556. Travel time to Las Palmas is 20-25 minutes, to Puerto de Morgan 35-40 minutes, to Telde is 15 minutes.
    • Own car. There is a parking lot on the territory of the airport terminal. You can get to the cities in the same time as by taxi. It is worth considering weather conditions and work on the roads.

    Canary Islands (monthly weather)

    From Tenerife South International Airport, the cities can be reached as follows:

    • Public transport. Several buses run from and to the airport under the numbers 111, 711, 343, 450, 451, 415. You can get to Santa Cruz de Tenerife 1. 5-2 hours for 9.35 euros, to Los Cristianos in 20-25 minutes for 3.2 euros, to Puerto de la Cruz in 2-3 hours for 13.55 euros, to Costa Adeje in 1-1.5 hours for 3.7 euros. *

    Important! All information is approximate, in order to find out the exact prices, you need to visit this portal and get acquainted with the detailed schedule and tariffs.

    • Taxi. They are in the parking lot on the ground floor in the arrivals area. The minimum price will be 3.15 euros, the price for each km will be 0.55 or 0.63 depending on the day of the week and time of day, the cost of waiting is 15.05 euros.* You can contact a taxi by phone (+34)922397074. You can drive to Costa Adeje in 11 minutes, to Santa Cruz in 40 minutes, to Puerto de la Cruz in 1.-1.5 hours.
    • Own car. Airport offers several parking areas. Cities can be reached in the same time as by taxi. Time depends on road repairs, weather conditions and other factors.

    Tenerife South Airport, bus stop

    From Lanzarote Airport, you can reach the cities in the following ways:

    • Public transport. There are 4 buses running from and to the airport: 22, 23, 161 and 261. 22 and 23 have the same route, but the first one runs only on weekdays, and the second one on weekends and holidays. Arrecife can be reached for EUR 1.4 in 20-30 minutes, Puerto del Carmen in 20-30 minutes for EUR 1.4, Playa Blanca for EUR 3.3 in 40-50 minutes.* Buses run every 25-30 minutes depending from the route. Additional information is available at the link.
    • Taxi. Can be found near the arrivals hall entrance in both terminals. The cost of each km will be 1.1 euros during the day and 1.26 euros at night and on weekends, the expectations are 15.05 euros. * Arrecife can be reached in 10-15 minutes, Puerto del Carmen in 10-15 minutes, Playa Blanca in 30-35 minutes. Taxi can be ordered at (+34)928520176.
    • Own car. Airport offers parking. Destinations can be reached in the same time as a taxi. The time depends on the conditions on the road.

    Car parks

    Islands of Spain

    All three main airports in the Canary Islands offer car parks:

    • Gran Canaria. 2 car parks available. One is located in the airport, representing a three-story building. With a reservation, the cost will be 0.8 euros per hour with a minimum limit of 8 hours, without a reservation – 1.6 euros per hour. * The second parking lot is located 5 minutes from the airport for a long stay. The cost per day will be 10 euros with reservation and 13 euros without it.*
    • Tenerife South. Parking for tourists one. It is located in the air terminal itself, a few meters from the terminal. You will have to pay 1 euro for an hour with a reservation, 1.1 euro without it.*
    • Lansaorte. The airport offers two car parks: one for regional and international flights, the other for inter-island flights only. The first one is located in terminal 1, the second one is in terminal 2. The cost of parking is the same. For an hour without a reservation you will have to pay 1.12 euros, with a reservation – 1 euro.*

    Please note! The exact cost and the possibility to reserve parking can be found on the official websites of the airfields.

    Airport maps

    Terminal maps available at the following links:

    • Gran Canaria;
    • Tenerife South;
    • Lanzarote.

    Services

    Tenerife South, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria airports offer the following services:

    • Shops. The number of shops differs depending on the airport, however, all have duty free, shops with food, clothing and souvenirs. In Las Palmas, you can also find a jewelry, sports, children’s and electronics store.
    • Cafes and restaurants. In each of the three, you can find takeaway cafeterias, restaurants, fast food outlets, and bars throughout the terminal.
    • VIP rooms. They are available for a fee or with special access cards. At Gran Canaria Airport, it is located on the second floor from 6 am to 10 pm, you can contact by phone (+34) 928579094. In Tenerife, the South Hall is located on the 1st floor, opening hours depend on the day of the week, you can book by calling (+34)922759425. In Lanzarote, the opening hours are from 6 am to the last flight, you can contact by number (+34) 928846345. Admission is €26.2 for adults, €12.6 for children and free for children under 5 as of July 2018.
    • Banks and ATMs. There are currency exchange offices, as well as Euronet ATMs. In all airport terminals, they are located on the 1st floor.
    • Children’s zones. They are free and provide everything a child needs – cribs, toys, sofas, and more. Located on 1 floors.
    • Luggage packaging. This is done using a special machine. They are in the registration area.
    • Droppers. They are located only at the airports of Tenerife (1st floor) and Gran Canaria (2nd floor). Passengers of all religions who wish to pray have access.
    • Medical assistance. First aid stations and defibrillators are located throughout the terminal.

    Duty free in Las Palmas

    Wi-Fi

    To connect to the free internet in the territory of the three main airports of the Canary Islands, you need:

    1. Select the network called AIRPORT FREE WIFI AENA.
    2. Log in to the browser and connect using your email or Facebook, LinkedIn or aena club account.
    3. You can connect one or more electronic devices.
    4. If you have any problems, you can call (+34)

      8053.

    Please note! Internet is available for free for the first 240 minutes.

    Hotels

    There are hotels in the transit area of ​​the airport terminals where you can stay. Camping Playa de Vargas, Finca La Manigua and Elba Vecindario Aeropuerto Business & Convention Hotel are close to Gran Canaria.

    There are more hotels close to Tenerife South Airport. The closest ones are:

    • Los Amigos Hostel Tenerife;
    • SOTAVENTO 3;
    • Apartment La Tejita;
    • Camping Montaña Roja – El Médano.

    There are a lot of hotels in the Lanzarote airfield area. The closest list includes:

    • Javier and Sonia’s House;
    • Casa Guacimeta;
    • La Concha Boutique Apartments;
    • MAGMA ROOMS. Privat Hotel;
    • Hotel Beatriz Playa & SPA.

    Airlines

    Quite a few airlines can fly to the airports of the Canary Islands. The list of companies with the largest number of destinations to all three terminals includes:

    • Air Europe;
    • EasyJet;
    • Canary Fly and Binter Canarias for inter-island flights;
    • Germany;
    • Hainan Airlines;
    • Jet2.com;
    • TUI airlines;
    • Ryanair;
    • “Thomas Cook” airlines;
    • Norwegian Air.

    Please note! A complete list of airlines can be found on the official websites of airport terminals.

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