Taking a tour of Santa Cruz, the capital of Tenerife
Santa Cruz, the capital of Tenerife, has stylish restaurants, exotic parks, colonial architecture, interesting museums and innovative art galleries. So why don’t more people visit?
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a curious place. It is arguably the most important city in the Canary Islands and yet if it wasn’t for cruise passengers, its sub-tropical streets would have hardly any tourists on them. Its character is 100% Canarian and reflects a Tenerife that many of the millions of holidaymakers who descend on the island never experience.They’re missing out.
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History
In 1493 the conquest of Tenerife began from the area now called Santa Cruz. The port subsequently built there was at the crossroads between Europe and the New World, which meant just about everyone heading to and from the Americas passed this way, including all manner of miscreants. Famous battles were fought at Santa Cruz. Admiral Robert Blake destroyed the Spanish treasure fleet here in 1657, more or less ending Spain’s military ambitions in Europe. Interestingly, locals claim that Blake was defeated because he didn’t actually invade. Admiral Nelson was famously defeated at Santa Cruz in 1797, losing his right arm in the process. The culprit cannon, el Tigre, can still be seen at the Castillo de San Cristobal underneath Plaza de España.
Colonial Architecture
On the face of it Santa Cruz isn’t one of Spain’s pretty cities. But a wander around its streets reveals an attractive mish mash of architectural styles from jaunty fishermen’s cottages around the Iglesia de la Concepción in the Noria district to imposing mansions between Plaza Weyler and La Rambla.
Parks and Plazas
Because of an almost perfect climate, the default setting is warm and sunny, Santa Cruz is a city where people spend all year enjoying outdoor spaces like parks and plazas. A turquoise man-made lake at Plaza de España is most visitors’ introduction to the city. Heading inland, Plaza Weyler mixes shady gardens and a marble fountain with a border of military buildings, whilst the fountain at pretty Plaza de los Patos will look familiar to anyone who knows Parque de María Luisa in Seville. Best of all are the ‘lungs of the city’, the leafy and artistic Parque García Sanabria; a lush wonderland filled with exotic foliage, amusing sculptures, throaty frogs and squawking parrots.
Restaurants
From moody tapas bars to traditional tascas and chic restaurants, there’s plenty to tantalise the tastebuds in Santa Cruz. If time is short I’d recommend heading to the Noria district where there are a selection of bustling bars and individualistic restaurants with a mix of traditional and contemporary menus. However, it’s not my favourite area to eat; it can be pricey by Tenerife standards and sometimes restaurants can be complacent. Some of the most interesting restaurants, Solana, El Libano, Victor Cruz, are found in the streets on either side of La Rambla and can take a bit of exploring to uncover.
Nightlife
When non-Spanish talk about nightlife on Tenerife they tend to focus on the main southern tourist area around Playa de las Américas. Whereas Las Américas is the island’s cabaret capital, the metropolitan area (Santa Cruz and La Laguna) offers a more authentic taste of Tenerife’s nightlife with great bars, atmospheric clubs and a healthy live music scene. Noria is a good starting point for a bar crawl as it’s lively from before sundown. Bars there morph from being the place for a post work, early evening drink to rooftop partying after midnight. In the early hours there’s a choice of clubs along Avenida Anaga or slightly out of centre venues like the marquee at Isla de Mar. Personally I prefer atmospheric bars and a scour of the back streets could lead you to ‘hidden’ places like Banda Aparte, a gin joint near Noria. The downside is that good bars in Santa Cruz can be spread out and valuable mojito drinking time is lost hoofing it between them.
Art and Culture
A stroll down La Rambla doubles as gentle exercise and a perusal of an open air art gallery, a legacy from a street sculpture exhibition in the 1970s, with works by Joan Miró and Henry Moore. The Museum of Fine Arts behind Plaza del Príncipe offers a more conventional way to view artistic offerings, inside the classically styled walls of a building from the 1920s that doesn’t need a sign to give away the fact that it’s an art gallery. At the opposite end of the scale is Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martin, home to rock, classical and jazz concerts as well as ballets and musicals. Anyone with a bit of knowledge of Spain’s most iconic modern architecture will know who designed it as soon as they set eyes on its unusual curves and blinding white surfaces – Santiago Calatrava. Less flamboyant is TEA (Tenerife Espacio de las Artes), home to some of the most innovative cultural activities in the capital, which initially looks as though it might have all the charm of a bunker but whose minimalist appearance grows on you over time.
Shopping
Santa Cruz, or Tenerife even, isn’t great for shopping, apart from stocking up on unique local goodies like wines, cheese, honeys etc. Saying that, Santa Cruz is as good as anywhere on the island for picking up some stylish garb, with Calle Castillo being home to the best of mainstream Spanish fashion shops. There is a decent El Corte Inglés beside the bus station.
Beaches
Despite the balmy weather, you don’t go to Santa Cruz to sunbathe. If you insist on stripping off, there’s the Parque Marítimo César Manrique swimming pool complex beside the auditorium or the best looking beach on Tenerife at Playa de las Teresitas, eight kilometres outside the city.
Getting Around
The tram system (tranvia) is cheap and convenient but only covers a section of the city. Alternatively there’s the usual open-topped tourist bus which sets off from Plaza España. Neither beat exploring the place on foot.
Remember When … Santa Cruz was nicknamed the “Murder Capital of the World?”
In the 1970s, the work of a few unhinged killers led to a real-life nightmare—the legacy of which still haunts the town today.
By Aric Sleeper
The fall of 1970 was a season of change in Santa Cruz. The area was feeling the pressure of adjusting to an incoming flood of students from UC Santa Cruz and Cabrillo College, which had both opened in recent years. And, as the swell of the hippie movement crested and faded after the Summer of Love, Santa Cruz becamea reservoir for the cultural runoff.
“[The subculture] entered this era of sex, drugs, and rock ’n’ roll, and there was a lot of drug use, especially LSD,” says local historian and author Kevin Newhouse. “And with this wave of hippies from the Bay Area, and students from Cabrillo and UCSC, Santa Cruz was rocked by population growth. Then, after the Manson family murders, people across the country were on edge, and in California in particular. Tensions were high.”
On Oct. 19, 1970, firefighters arrived to a burning mansion in the Soquel Hills. It was the home of a prominent eye surgeon, Dr. Masashi Ohta. The doctor’s Rolls Royce blocked the driveway, and firefighters had to go through the backyard to utilize the water from the Ohta’s swimming pool. Once there, they discovered five floating bodies—the doctor, his wife, their two young sons and Ohta’s secretary.
Upon investigating, police found a cryptic note decorated with tarot symbols, and realized that one of the Ohta’s cars was missing. The car was spotted near Felton, and was later found burning along the train tracks near Highway 9.
“The train was running late, and didn’t immediately stop. It pushed the car through the tunnel there,” says Newhouse. “It was actually lucky that the train was late, otherwise the car may not have been found until it had burned through the night.”
Two hippie-types had been spotted fleeing the scene, so the police looked to the community for clues. They then learned about Ohio-born John Linley Frazier, whose extreme beliefs made him an outcast even from the hippie scene, to which he longed to belong. Drug use and mental illness had led Frazier to believe that he had to take people’s lives to save the environment from humanity.
“He was living in a forested area on Rodeo Gulch that was about a mile away from the a,” says Newhouse. “Frazier took offense to the Ohta’s extravagant lifestyle, and thought it was his job to convince them to change their ways.”
The police staked out his shack and captured Frazier in the night as he slept. They found items from the Ohta’s home in Frazier’s dwelling. He was tried, found guilty, and sentenced to a life in prison. In 2009, Frazier committed suicide in his cell.
“There was just one event where he killed five people, but I hold him responsible for so much more because the surviving Ohta family and the secretary’s husband were also victims,” says Newhouse.
Two years later, murders in Santa Cruz started occurring regularly and seemingly at random. A fog of fear and paranoia thickened in the once quiet beach community.
“The cops didn’t know if it was one person, or multiple people working together, or how anything was related. Were the killers local, not local? No one knew. And the fear levels were ridiculous. Gun sales were up 300 to 500 percent,” says Newhouse.
The murders were perpetrated by two men who couldn’t have been more different from each other: Herbert “Herbie” Mullin and Edmund “Big Ed” Kemper.
Mullin was raised in Santa Cruz and voted most likely to succeed at San Lorenzo Valley High. But after his best friend died in a car accident, Mullin began taking large doses of LSD and lost touch with reality. He was in and out of mental institutions before completely losing his mind. His first murder was of a homeless man along Highway 9. He then killed a priest in a confessional booth, four teenage boys camping in the woods, and other people he knew. On Feb. 13, 1972, Mullin stopped his car, got out and shot a man in his driveway. Fortunately, there were multiple witnesses.
Mullin was found, arrested, and convicted of 10 counts of murder in Santa Cruz County, which he justified by claiming he was preventing earthquakes with each of his grotesque acts.
Not long after he was caught, the bodies of two young women turned up. With Mullin captured, the police were flabbergasted. Little did they know it was the work of one of their drinking buddies, “Big Ed” Kemper, who frequented the Jury Room—once a haunt for local law enforcement.
Kemper was a deeply disturbed and vastly intelligent young man who had been abused by his mother. She sent young Kemper to live with his grandparents, whom he murdered at the age of 15. He was put into a mental institution and released as a young man. Kemper tried to assimilate into society, but he had a monster within that he couldn’t control. After a years-long murder spree ending with his mother, Kemper turned himself in to the police, who had a difficult time accepting that the murderer they had searched for was their 6-foot-9-inch, 24-year-old friend “Big Ed,” who will be up for parole in 2029.
Although these murders happened more than 40 years ago, their memory is still a point of pain for a number of Santa Cruz residents, as well as a sinister blotch on local history.
“It didn’t end in 1973. The people who worked on the cases were ruined by them,” says Newhouse. “It changed Santa Cruz forever.”
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Set in central Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Hotel Adonis Capital is surrounded by shops, bars and restaurants. Rooms include free Wi-Fi and plasma-screen TVs.
Rooms at the Adonis are spacious and bright. All rooms have a private bathroom and some also have a balcony with great views.
Staff at the Capital’s 24-hour reception can arrange car rental or provide information about what to see and do during your stay in Tenerife. A computer is also available at reception for guests to use for free.
The Adonis Capital is set within Plaza de la Candelaria, just 5 minutes’ walk from the Canary Islands Parliament. There is easy access to public transport, including trams and buses. Tenerife North Airport is 10 km away and the nearest beaches are 15 minutes away by car.
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The quaint seaside village of Capitola began as a humble tent camp along the shore of the Monterey Bay. Camp Capitola, as it was known, welcomed its first guests in 1874 making it the first beach resort in California. A few years later, it premiered a magnificent wood-frame Victorian hotel — Hotel Capitola — that echoed grand contemporaries like the Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego and San Francisco’s original Cliff House. The hotel succumbed to fire in 1929, but the romance of the original beach resort still exists in the colorful, seaside shops and restaurants tucked into a hillside along Soquel Creek. Wandering the village and its bay front promenade — window shopping and snacking along the way — is a quintessential part of any Santa Cruz experience.
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It’s all about the bustling scene at Capitola Beach and the bench-filled Esplanade Park that fronts it. Beach goers perch themselves on a wide sea wall lined with colorful tiles painted by community members and take in the panoramic beach scene. Get in the water for a swim, surf, boogie board session, or for some stand up paddle boarding on the Bay.
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Walk onto the Capitola Wharf and drop a line (no fishing permit required when fishing off the pier) or rent a boat with Capitola Boat and Bait. Also look out for the frequent flowers left on the wharf’s railing that add an additional pop of color to the vibrant village scene.
Palm trees, bright florals, beach bungalows, and murals are around every corner as you stroll through the Village buildings, sidewalks, and pathways.
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You know summer has officially arrived when the Capitola Beach Company rolls out its rental trailer stocked with everything you need for a fun day at the beach including boogie boards, beach chairs and sun umbrellas. Don’t miss their boutique down the street that’s filled with men’s and women’s beach apparel individually selected by owners Jill and Matt. Around the corner, Nubia Swimwear offers an exhaustive selection of stylish women’s and girl’s swimwear from designers across the globe.
Find unique handmade treasures at the Craft Gallery. Owner Carin Hanna emphasizes that the products and pieces are “work produced in the U.S. and Canada.”
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Zelda’s On The Beach is a fun spot for live music and drinks enjoyed on a huge deck set right on the beach. A few doors down, Paradise Beach Grille boasts a comfortable dining room, a lively lounge and a killer torch-lit patio overlooking Soquel Creek and the beach. Pair tropical-imbued seafood dishes like Coconut Prawns or an Ahi Tuna Salad with a glass of wine from their large selection of local labels. The Sand Bar & Grill is another village favorite known for its fun atmosphere, scenic location and views, great breakfast and famous Bloody Mary’s. Margaritaville and Capitola Bar & Grill also have incredible ocean and creek views, but if you want to be right over the Pacific, try Wharf House Restaurant at the end of the Capitola Wharf.
Two more absolute-favorites in the Capitola Village are a short walk from the oceanfront, but are definitely not-to-miss. Gayle’s Bakery & Rosticceria is a local and visitor favorite – delicious pastries, cookies, cakes, and top-notch breakfast, lunch, and dinner grab and go meals. Everything on the menu is worth a try, but you’re bound to find your own favorites that you’ll order again and again. And no Capitola visit is complete without a trip on the cable car – more specifically – Shadowbrook’s cable car! Shadowbrook is an experience in itself with its dreamy red trolley, lush landscape, and expansive riverfront restaurant – and we haven’t even mentioned the award winning food and drinks yet. A place for celebrations and memories, Shadowbrook’s menu, service and atmosphere will be the highlight of any Capitola Village visit.
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An unmistakable part of the seaside landscape is the complex of colorful houses that line Capitola Beach. They were built as condominiums in 1925 and were intended to bring Venice’s charm to Capitola. The brown houses within the same complex now comprise the atmospheric Capitola Venetian Hotel. Snag a multi-bedroom room with kitchen and living area and be walking distance to everything! Another village favorite is the Capitola Hotel in the heart of the Capitola Village, just steps from the beach. This boutique hotel offers luxury rooms dressed in crisp white cotton linens and the most comfortable beds you’ve ever slept in.
Want to get a little higher up in the village? Capitola Beach Suites is still right in the village, but boasts jaw-dropping panoramic views and offers newly remodeled rooms, fully equipped kitchens, balconies, and a fantastic rooftop terrace. Plus, you can’t miss their iconic mural created by Manuel Cruz in 2017. Perched on the other side of the village. the Inn at Depot Hill is a great little B&B that offers guestrooms and suites decorated in the style of famous travel destinations. From the romance of Paris to the serenity of Kyoto, each guestroom boasts feather beds, luxury linens, and a crackling fireplace.
For more great hotels, motels, vacation rentals, and bed and breakfasts that are just a hop and a skip to the Capitola Village, check our Capitola destination page here.
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Capitola has a fascinating history and even the most casual glimpse lends fun insight into America’s captivation with recreation and leisure. If you have an interest in the events and forces that shaped the local landscape, drop by the Capitola Historical Museum for a peek into the town’s rich history.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Europe’s Carnival Capital
The Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife it’s the most important carnival in Europe and the second most important in the world (top-billing goes to Rio de Janeiro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s sister city).
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Hundreds of thousands of people congregate in the Canary Islands to celebrate the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival, the most important carnival in Europe and the second most important in the world. In 1987, 250,00 people took to the streets to dance to the music of Celia Cruz and, in the process, beat the Guinness world record. Since then visitor numbers have gone up and up. For example, in 2019, 400,000 people gathered on Piñata Saturday, the most important day of the carnival.
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The celebrations consist of two distinct parts: The Official Carnival and The Street Carnival. The Official Carnival is made up of more than a hundred designated groups each composed of, on average, fifty parts. There can be strange bands clothed in fancy dress, troupes of dancers, actors and singers, street musicians, stringed ensembles and other musical groups. In total more than 5,000 people flood the streets in a spectacle of light, sound and colour. Alternatively, The Street Carnival – declared a ‘Fiesta of International Tourist Interest’ by the Spanish Ministry of Tourism in 1980 – is open entry: anyone can dress up, dance and participate.
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One of the most important events is the Carnival Queen Election Gala and dozens of competitors in various categories flaunt their wares in costumes that have been carefully tailored over many months. In some cases, outfits have been valued at tens of thousands of euros.
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In many workshops in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, craftsmen work long hours in search of an authentic carnival costume. Santi Castro, president of the Association of Carnival Designers, believes that to understand the carnival it is essential to “spend a few hours in an artisan’s workshop, to see the Queen live from the inside, get to know her guts…It’s pure passion.” Castro should know; he has been designing carnival queen costumes for forty years.
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Besides fabrics, all kinds of materials – including plastic, cardboard, aluminium, sequins and acrylic stones – are arranged on a large metal structure to make the outfits. With final products that can weigh up to 500 kilos and require wheels, enormous costumes are one of the characteristics of the carnival. Demand for ever larger outfits is such that organizers have put a dress size safety limit of 5 x 4.3 x 6 metres.
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Songs with social and political criticism
Masi Carvajal, the director of one of the murgas called Diablos Locos, says that “the best thing to do is to see the whole carnival all the way down to the day-to-day contests of the street performers. That way you get to see the whole range.”
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Murgas are groups of song writers who sing songs through the carnival streets. They compete with one another for prizes and their lyrics cover subjects that include socio-economic problems, corruption, gender inequality and gender-based violence.
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Music includes comparsas, groups of musicians and dancers which resemble the samba schools of the Rio carnival. Tenerife’s first comparsa was created in the sixties by Manuel Monzón, and today the troupes – of various distinctly arranged styles – form an integral part of the festivities.
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José Manuel González, the director of Cariocas, one of the oldest comparsas on the island, states “the Rhythm and Harmony Parade along Anaga Avenue is really something to experience. It’s amazing.”
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Since 1998 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has held the internationally renown Drag Gala. The show which loves to shock sees men transformed into ostentatiously dressed women as they perform competing dance routines on jam-packed platforms raised high into the sky.
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A highly recommended event is the Carnival de Los Indianos in Santa Cruz de La Palma. It has been running for over fifty years and celebrates the triumphant return of the newly wealthy Canary islanders who travelled to the Americas. Sosó reprises his celebrated role of Negra Tomasa in this strange and original party. The city’s main square is converted into a piece of Cuba and, for decoration, talcum powder is sprinkled over everyone.
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San Sebastián de La Gomera offers an alternative to the queens’ galas or the Festival of the Murgas in the capital. The Carnival of Talcum Powder is a day of disguise. All who participate use talcum power, flour or even indigo pigment to conceal themselves.
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Tigaday, a town on the island of El Hierro, celebrates Los Carneros. The festival springs from a tradition that was about to disappear when it was rediscovered by the young people of the area. In a terrifying spectacle, youths disguise themselves with foul smelling dried rams skins and run after the public ready to throw black dye over anyone that is too slow to get out of their way.
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Having been practiced for more than five centuries, the Diabletes de Teguise in Lanzarote is one of the Canary Island’s oldest festivals. Participants scare anyone who crosses their path with costumes that derive from traditional symbols: a horned ox’s head, a goat’s tongue and a shepherd’s bag.
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Carnivals are played out on land but also at sea. In Fuerteventura, the arretrancos and achipencos festivals are great fun. Crazy vehicles move from dry land to water.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the capital of Tenerife and sometimes the Canary Islands.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife
With regard to the capital status of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the Canarians have not been able to resolve this issue for centuries. The dispute is between Gran Canaria and Tenerife, the two largest islands in the archipelago. Santa Cruz de Tenerife was founded in 1494, and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria a little earlier, in 1478. As a result of the dispute, the two cities are the capitals of their islands, and the capital of the entire archipelago is transferred every two years from one to another, can you imagine? In 2016, Santa Cruz rules the ball, and in the next – already La Palma.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife will be a pleasant place for residents of big cities who are accustomed to comfortable apartments, traffic noise, boulevards and sidewalks. The population of the city is about 220 thousand people, by Russian standards it is not a very large city, but here it is the largest. In Tenerife, it is easy to get tired of the provinciality of numerous villages, so if you are looking for a holiday in a mild climate, but with a familiar urban landscape, the presence of museums and shopping centers, cinemas and a large selection of cafes and restaurants, stay in Santa Cruz. Tenerife is famous for its natural attractions, such as the active volcano Teide, the eerie but beautiful Masca and Inferno gorges, which are easily accessible from the capital. Today we will tell you more about how to fill your vacation without leaving Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
History of the City of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Landing in Tenerife, you find yourself on one of the oldest islands in the world and immediately feel: this place is special. It is believed that the Canary Islands “grew” from the depths of the ocean during the sinking of Atlantis. When this happened and whether Atlantis really existed, no one knows for sure, but it is known for certain that 2000 years ago, the Guanches, the legendary pioneers of these lands, settled on the site of Santa Cruz. The Silver Holy Cross (Santa Cruz) was erected here by the Spanish conquistadors in 1494, which is considered the year of foundation of the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. This cross can now be seen in the Museum of Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción. The capital of the island was originally the port city of Garachico in the northwest, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Teide in 1706. No residents of Garachico were hurt, but the administrative center had to be moved to Santa Cruz, and this changed the pace of development on the eastern tip of the island.
After the Spanish colonization, Tenerife was repeatedly attacked by the British, Danes and other Europeans. Many battles took place in Santa Cruz, but the city was never taken by the enemy.
Peaceful today Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a city of military glory, on the coat of arms of which you will see three leopards, meaning three victories over the British invaders in the local port – in 1657, 1706 and 1797.
Carnival in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Carnival in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a tourist attraction throughout Spain. It is the second largest in the world after the famous carnival in Rio. This tradition was brought here by the Spaniards from the continent, or rather, from Cadiz. Annual festivities take place all over the island, but it is in the capital that the costume show is organized at the highest level. All events that take place in the first week of February are completely free. The election of the Queen of the Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife from local beauties, the first procession of the queen, the main procession along the embankment (Gran Coso Apoteosis) and the comic “burial of the sardine” in the final are the main themes of the carnival. All residents and tourists take to the streets, in costumes and without, walk and dance until the morning, watch competitions of street musicians and dancers, orchestra performances, concerts and performances throughout the city.
As part of the Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, a children’s costume procession, a parade of vintage cars, and a temporary amusement park are installed on the waterfront. At this time, cafes and restaurants have a special menu at very attractive prices.
Stores in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
What to do in Santa Cruz for the rest of the year, except for Easter week? There are two more important dates to know! The periods of seasonal sales, when discounts reach 70% on everything, in Santa Cruz de Tenerife are the same as on the continent: from January 6 to February 30 and from July 1 to August 30, prices will pleasantly surprise you. Not far from the city center is a large commercial center El Corte Ingles. This Spanish chain of stores is distinguished by a high-quality selection of goods and manufacturers. There is convenient parking, bars and restaurants, a grocery store, souvenirs and 7 floors of clothing and footwear stores, perfumes, sportswear and equipment, in general, shopping for every taste.
Going shopping in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in Court Inglés, you will come across Spanish clothing brands of excellent quality, but not too expensive: Adolfo Domingues, Carolina Hererra, Roberto Verino, Purficacion Garcia. There is also a huge selection of basic brands Zara, Mango, Desigual, Jack&Jones, Pimkie, Guess, several floors are occupied by luxury items Armani, Dolce&Gabbana, Escada, Gucci, Chanel, Hermes, Fendi and others at prices slightly below continental.
Typical Spanish products at good prices are sold at Carrefour, homewares and gifts at Alcampo, household appliances (eg cameras and lenses) should only be bought from major stores with an international warranty. Prices for electronics are slightly cheaper than Russian ones. The choice is approximately the same as in our similar stores, it is convenient to navigate.
Other sights in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Fans of wandering thoughtfully through the old streets will like the local Rambla, that is, the main street (Rambla de Santa Cruz). It is similar to the Rambla in Barcelona, but there are much fewer tourists, pickpockets, noise and obsessive traders in everything.
Parents with children and nature lovers are advised to visit two interesting and educational places: the Space Museum and the Palmetum.
Museum of Science and Space (Museo de la Ciencia y el Cosmos) opened at 1993 at the Institute of Astrophysics of the Canary Islands. It is one of the main attractions of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and is a huge hall filled with interactive exhibits that tell about how gravity works, what the principle of communicating vessels is, how the human body is arranged, optical illusions are shown here, which will interesting for children from 6 to 16 years old, there is an educational play area for the little ones. You can find out your weight on Jupiter or Mars, lift a real car with one hand, control electricity and much more. There is also a small planetarium, which is included in the price (lecture in Spanish). From Plaza España – 10 minutes by car along the TF-5 highway. The museum is open from 9:00 to 20:00 Tuesday to Saturday, Monday and Sunday closes at 17:00. Entrance – 5 euros.
The Palmetum is another important attraction in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. This is a botanical garden consisting only of palm trees! This is the best botanical collection in Europe and the most extensive collection of plants in the world. The park is divided into several zones: Cuba, Caribbean, Madagascar – in one day you can visit different parts of the world and see more than 400 species of plants, many of which are on the verge of extinction or simply very rare. Palmetum opened recently, in 2013, and occupies as much as 12 hectares. It is noteworthy that this park and botanical garden are located in the very center of the capital, on the site of a former garbage dump, which greatly spoiled the picture of the city. The park is open from 11:00 to 13:15 and from 16:00 to 17:15, Monday is a day off. Entrance – 4 euros.
Guests of Santa Cruz of mature age will be interested in tasting Canarian cuisine in local restaurants, as well as going to the opera. The Auditorio de Tenerife is one of the most recognizable buildings in Spain, along with the futuristic buildings of the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia. This is the work of the same author, Santiago Calatrava, who built the Auditorio Opera House in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in 2003, the Montjuic TV Tower in Barcelona and the Alamillo Bridge in Seville in 1992, as well as many bridges and museums in different countries of Europe and the USA. The expressive aerial structure, reminiscent of a sail or a bent leaf of a plant, is an excellent example of the so-called “neo-organic architecture”, or “bio-tech”, the opposite of technological and monumental “hi-tech”.
Auditorio de Tenerife is located in the heart of Santa Cruz de Tenerife near the port, it is simply impossible to pass by. The main hall has 1616 seats, the chamber hall has 424 seats, the acoustics in these halls is considered one of the best in the world. From the theater hall you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the ocean.
This theater is truly unique, there is simply nothing like it in design and beauty, in terms of manufacturability and versatility. This Santa Cruz de Tenerife landmark hosts a wide range of performances for all tastes – opera, symphony concerts by Spanish and international musicians, amazing circus performances, vibrant musicals in Spanish and English, pop star concerts, as well as dramatic productions. It’s nice that tickets are not too expensive – from 15 to 80 euros.
The beach of Las Teresitas, which also to some extent glorified Santa Cruz de Tenerife, is located outside the city. This is an idyllic paradise beach, as from the advertisement of the Bounty, with a length of 1200 meters. Of course, it is artificial, because volcanic sand is completely different. But here you seem to be in Africa without leaving the island, sand is brought here from the Sahara to please the eyes of tourists. You can get to the beach in 20 minutes by bus number 910 from Plaza España or in 15 minutes by car along the TF-11 highway. The beach has a large and free parking, many panoramic cafes and restaurants where you can watch the sunset. But the water here is considered not the cleanest. To find the best place for swimming and diving, use our author’s guide to the beaches of Tenerife.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the capital of Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands, is great for holidays at any time of the year due to its good climate. If you’re planning a multi-day tour of the island, be sure to spend at least 24 hours visiting this fun-filled coastal city of gardens, piazzas and café terraces, world-famous for its carnival. You can also use Santa Cruz as your main place of residence during your trip, as you can visit other places in Tenerife by car from here. Here are some ideas you can use.
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In the morning you can enjoy relaxing on the beach.
The Canary Islands always enjoy good weather, with temperatures between 16 ºC and 24 ºC even during the coldest months. Therefore, in the morning you can swim, sunbathe or just walk along the most famous beach of the island, called Las Teresitas . The beach with numerous palm trees is located in the village of San Andrés, although it belongs to Santa Cruz de Tenerife. With calm waves and all the necessary services, this beach is perfect for families with children. At a greater distance from the city are the beaches of Taganana and Benijo. The municipality has installed webcams on the beaches, with the help of which you can get acquainted with the situation on the beaches in real time.
Are you looking for other places to swim? One of them is César Manrique Marine Park , a complex of several pools with artificial waterfalls and spectacular views. If you prefer an active holiday, try diving, snorkeling, surfing, sailing or SUP boarding. A wide range of offers awaits you at the nautical sports centre.
LUNCH
Let’s leave San Andres and go back to Santa Cruz. It’s time to go shopping and dine at the famous market of Nuestra Señora de Africa.
Don’t leave the coast without taking some souvenir photos at Las Teresitas Beach or at the port where dozens of yachts are moored. Perhaps by this time you will already have an appetite, and you can choose from several options. One of them is to treat yourself and reserve a table at one of the restaurants recommended by the Michelin guide. This is a great opportunity for true gourmets.
Another option is to head to the famous Nuestra Señora de Africa market, where you will find a variety of cheeses, wines, freshly prepared dishes and products with a wide variety of flavors that you can try on site or buy to go. The market only opens in the mornings and is a great place for anyone who wants to experience the authentic flavors of Santa Cruz.
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It’s time to get to know some of the city’s tourist attractions during a relaxing stroll.
You can start by visiting one of the well-known squares: Candelaria, Weiler, Principe de Asturias or Plaza de España . On the last of them, in an underground gallery, the remains of the castle of San Cristobal, which was the first major fortification on the island, built in the 16th century, have been preserved. However, the city’s best-preserved castle is San Juan Bautista. at parks, such as García-Sanabria Park, you can see the work of famous painters and sculptors such as Henry Moore, Martin Chirino, Joan Miro and Oscar Dominguez.
While in Santa Cruz, you should definitely visit Concepción Church or San Francisco. And if you want to visit a museum, we recommend you the Museum of Nature and Archeology (MUNA), which houses the famous Guanche mummies. However, the city’s most visited museum is the avant-garde Tenerife Art Space (TEA), which features works by Warhol, Ansel Adams, Patti Smith, Carlos Schwartz, Dorothea Lange and Henry Moore. If you are traveling with children, you will love it Palmetum botanical garden with a stunning collection of palm trees (the best in Europe).
EVENING
Santa Cruz has plenty of bars, restaurants, taverns or small cafe terraces where you can enjoy tapas, tasting menus or just a glass of wine.
Try typical dishes such as papas arrugadas with mojo, fried cheese, almogrote, ropa vieja and others. On this page you can get acquainted with the beach clubs, rooftop bars, gastrobars and restaurants of the city.
At the end of your visit to this city, before or after dinner, you can watch a performance. In the majestic and well-known white building of the Tenerife Concert Hall, designed by Santiago Calatrava, an extensive repertoire of music, dance and opera awaits you. Check out the program and don’t miss the opportunity to visit one of these shows.
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Be aware
The island has two international airports: Tenerife-South and Tenerife-North (the latter is 10 minutes from the city). A tourist bus and a tourist train connect the main attractions of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, such as Plaza complex. On this map, you can see the stops and frequency of vehicles. Here are some of the most interesting excursions in the vicinity of the city: – Anaga Rural Park, declared a biosphere reserve. Here you can follow various trails and swim in coves with fine black sand, such as Benijo. – Teide National Park with the volcano of the same name, the highest peak in Spain, accessible by cable car. San Cristobal de la Laguna. – Excursion by boat to the neighboring island of Gomera. – Excursion on a sailboat to watch cetaceans.
When to take this route
Any time of the year is great to visit Santa Cruz de Tenerife and the island in general, but you should visit at least once in your life during the carnival, which takes place at the end of February. It is considered one of the best in the world. Please note that for this you need to book your accommodation in advance. In the Carnival House you can see the permanent exhibition, which presents typical costumes of this holiday, posters, as well as a space where you can get acquainted with the colors and sounds of the carnival.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife City Guide
Hello friends! We are starting to tell you about the cities of the island of Tenerife and the first will be its capital – Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Let’s find out the history of the city, how to get to it, get an idea of the most interesting places worth visiting and develop a plan for visiting the capital for a tourist. Let’s get started!
A bit of history
In order to get acquainted with the city in general terms, we will describe its history, known and written a thousand times on many sites. We will not deviate from traditions, the capital is the capital. The history of Santa Cruz (Spanish for Holy Cross), as such, begins as a small fishing village, which during the 16th century turned into an important port due to its location in the closed harbor of La Laguna. In the next century, the city becomes the administrative center, and in the following – the capital of the entire archipelago.
It should be noted that since 1927 the city of Santa Cruz (Spanish: Santa Cruz de Tenerife) has not been the only capital of the Canary archipelago. Once every four years, the autonomous parliament changes its place of work and moves to the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (Spanish: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria) on the island of Gran Canaria.
After the arrival of the Spaniards on the island, its development is given a new impetus and trade routes are laid through the archipelago. Due to its location, the Canary Islands were of interest not only to the Spaniards, which led to numerous attacks and attempts to conquer the islands. Until today, the Spaniards honor the most significant victories over the invaders. The three lion heads on the coat of arms of Tenerife represent three major victories: over Admiral Robert Blake in 1657, Admiral John Jennings in 1706 and Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson in 1797.
What to see for a tourist in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The capital is not a tourist resort at all and cannot boast of an abundance of hotels with beautiful pools, because most tourists prefer the southern part of the island with a milder climate for recreation. But for Santa Cruz, you can allocate a day for excursions, shopping and just walking. In the article about the sights of Tenerife, we already wrote about interesting places in the capital that are worth seeing.
Here you will not find a large number of historical monuments as in La Laguna, but there is something to see, the capital is still.
For those interested in churches and temples
Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Spanish Iglesia de la Concepción) – this is where the Holy Cross of the Conquistadors, which we talked about at the beginning of the article, is kept. Emphasizing the historical significance of the church in the spread of Catholicism, it bears the title “Iglesia Matriz” (Mother Church), and is popularly called the “Cathedral of Santa Cruz”, although it is not a cathedral.
Initially, a small chapel was built on the site of today’s church, later, in its place, the first church in Tenerife was erected and the first parish on the island was formed. The temple until 1638 was called the Church of the Holy Cross (Spanish: Santa Cruz), hence the name of the city. From the square where the temple is located, the construction of today’s capital began.
Church of St. Francis of Assisi
Second in importance, after the Church of the Immaculate Conception, the Catholic Church of St. Francis of Assisi (Spanish: Iglesia de San Francisco de Asís). It is located near the Museum of Fine Arts (Spanish: Museo Municipal De Bellas Artes).
Masonic Temple
Masonic Temple (Spanish: Templo Masónico de Santa Cruz de Tenerife) is a national architectural monument. The building has been closed for about 26 years, at the moment it is undergoing historical restoration and it will not be possible to get inside. The facade of the building is decorated with sphinxes, and under the roof of the building there is a bas-relief of the Masonic symbol “The All-Seeing Eye”.
Attractions
The symbol of the city and the most recognizable building with unusual architecture is the Auditorio de Tenerife concert hall (Spanish: Auditorio de Tenerife), which includes chamber and symphony halls. It was depicted on one of the postage stamps, and the acoustics of the hall is considered one of the best in the world.
Very close to the Auditorio de Tenerife is the old fort Castillo Negro (Spanish: Castillo Negro) or Castillo de San Juan (Spanish: Castillo de San Juan) – the castle of St. John the Baptist, which has historical significance for the city .
Museums
Fans and those interested in science and history can visit the museums. Especially for them, I would not go, but passing by you can look.
Archaeological Museum of Nature and Man (Spanish: Museo de la Naturaleza y el Hombre). For those who love archeology, geology, fossils and artifacts.
Military Museum of the Canary Islands (Spanish: Museo Militar Regional de Canarias). It is here that the El Tigre cannon is exhibited, the shot of which Nelson lost his right hand (at least, it is commonly believed so).
Museum of Contemporary Art TEA (Spanish: Tenerife Espacio de las Artes). Several halls for different types of art (cinema, photography, painting, etc.), as well as a library.
Museum of Fine Arts (Spanish: Museo Municipal De Bellas Artes). Several galleries with a wide variety of exhibits. There are also various exhibitions.
Squares and parks
Plaza de España, Plaza de España
Plaza de España (Spanish: Plaza de España) is the main and largest square in the Canary Islands. It was built on the site of the castle of San Cristobal, the walls of which have survived to this day and can be admired in the underground gallery.
The central element in the Plaza de España is a monument – a tower (Spanish: Monumento de los Caidos) in the form of a cross with an observation deck at the top, dedicated to those who died during the civil war. Under the monument is an empty underground chapel, and next to it is a group of sculptures and a huge lake with sea water and a fountain.
The consecration of the entire square is made in the form of garlands with lamps that look like falling drops of water. An integral part of the square is the Avenue of the Duke of St. Helena (Spanish: Alameda del Duque de Santa Elena), planted with trees.
Plaza de la Candelaria
Plaza de la Candelaria (Spanish: Plaza de la Candelaria) is the second square located near the Plaza de España. On it is a monument to the patroness of the Canary archipelago – the Holy Virgin of Candelaria, dating from the 18th century. Initially, the statue consisted of nine figures – four statues of Guanches (indigenous local residents of the island) guarding the Virgin Mary, four little angels riding dolphins and the Virgin Mary herself with a baby in her arms. During restoration at 1928, the angels were removed from the composition due to severe damage inflicted by English soldiers in 1825.
Garcia Sanabria Park, Parque Garcia Sanabria
Garcia Sanabria Park (Spanish: Parque Garcia Sanabria) is the city’s largest park, botanical garden and a favorite meeting place for residents of the capital. There is also a flowerbed with the “Flower Clock” and alleys with sculptures of the last century, and in the central square with a fountain there are sculptures of the mayor Garcia Sanabria and Dr. Gigo, thanks to whom this park was created.
La Granja Park, Parque de La Granja
La Granja Park (Spanish: Parque de La Granja) is an excellent park with a playground, several sculptures, rides and sports equipment.
Palmetum Park, Palmetum
Park Botanical Garden Palmetum (Spanish: Palmetum), built on a former city dump, today is a great place for walking and relaxing. About 400 species of palm trees from all over the world are grown in the park, many of which are on the verge of extinction. On the official website, you can visit the park in 3-D mode.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday
from 11:00 to 14:00 (last entry at 13:15)
from 16:00 to 18:00 (last entry at 17:15)
Ticket price:
4 euros for adults
2.80 euros for children under 12
Shops and shopping
We already had an article about the peculiarities of shopping in Tenerife, where we mentioned the main shopping centers of the capital.
Huge mall Santa Cruz
El Corte Inglés Trading House
Meridiano (Centro Comersial Meridiano) – a classic shopping center with a cinema and Candelaria. This is a pedestrian street with many shops, among which you can find branded things. When planning walks around the capital and this street in particular, do not forget about the siesta, most shops and government offices are closed during the daytime from about 13:00 to 16:30 – 17:00.
Entertainment in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Most of the bars and restaurants in the capital are focused on local residents, not tourists. This is reflected both in the hours of operation and in the proposed menu of establishments, so here you will not find a vibrant nightlife.
However, every year, during two weeks of February, the Canarians forget about work and a measured lifestyle and plunge into the festive atmosphere of the carnival. A large number of tourists come to the capital, the streets are flooded with crowds of people, divided into two categories. The first is the official participants of the carnival: musicians, costumed dance and vocal groups, up to fifty groups and more than a hundred associations. The second group is ordinary spectators, city residents and tourists.
Preparations begin immediately after the end of the previous carnival, various choreographic festivals, competitions are held throughout the year, and the theme of the upcoming holiday is being developed.
The celebrations themselves are divided into several stages:
The choice of the Carnival Queen (Spanish: Gala de Eleccion de la Reina) is a grandiose performance broadcast throughout the country.
The first procession is an open event called the heralding cavalcade (Spanish: Cabalgata Anunciadora), which announces the arrival of carnival in the city. Tickets for this procession are not needed, people will walk the streets of the city like a multi-colored snake and rejoice at the beginning of the holidays.
The main procession of the carnival is the key event of the holiday, which should not be missed. It will last more than four hours, end with fireworks and festivities until the morning.
Burial of the sardine (Spanish: Entierro de la Sardina) symbolizes the end of the carnival – an ironic procession with a huge cardboard stuffed sardine, which is burned in the square, in general, the Spanish “Shrovetide”.
A detailed program of Carnival 2016 events can be viewed or downloaded here.
City beach of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Most of the coast of Santa Cruz is occupied by the port and there is absolutely nowhere to swim. Therefore, Playa de las Teresitas (Spanish: Playa de las Teresitas), located a few kilometers from the capital in the town of San Andres, is considered urban. A barrier pier has been built along the beach, so there are practically no waves there and the water warms up faster.
Playa de las Teresitas is the only beach on the island with golden sand brought from the Sahara in the 70s. The beach is wide, well-equipped and has a length of about 1200 meters. The only thing I don’t like there is the constant wind and fine sand in the face (perhaps we were so lucky with the weather).
It can be reached from the city by car or public transport.
Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Port of the capital Santa Cruz de Tenerife is rightfully considered the largest port in Tenerife and the second most important port in Spain. It leads in terms of passenger traffic, is the largest fishing port in the Canary Islands, and thanks to it, communication is maintained not only with the rest of the islands of the Canary archipelago, but also with mainland Spain.
How to get to the capital
In the video you can see the main sights and see Santa Cruz de Tenerife from a bird’s eye view.
Of course, this is not all that is in Santa Cruz, but only the most basic. In the future, we will talk about other interesting places, so do not miss the updates of our blog. And finally, you can download the official tourist map of the city.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife is not just a popular resort, but also the official capital of the island of Tenerife and the entire Spanish province of the same name. Even if tourists do not choose this city as their home base, they certainly come here during excursions.
Figures and facts
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is located in the northeastern part of the island. Its residential quarters are compactly located on the gentle slope of one of the mountains. The streets of the city, like streams, descend to the sea.
The population of the capital of Tenerife is, according to the latest census, just over 220 thousand people. This is a fairly large city, where all the authorities of Tenerife are located, including the provincial parliament.
It should be noted that there are quite a few settlements in the world with the name Santa Cruz (in Spanish – the Holy Cross). That is why, and also to emphasize the status of the capital, at one time the second part was added to the name – de Tenerife. However, local residents and tourists, of course, are limited in everyday speech to only the first half of the beautiful, but too long name of the city.
Beaches Santa Cruz de Tenerife
In the capital of Tenerife, in fact, there is no beach. There are several of them near the city. The most famous and popular are Taganana and Teresitas.
The first is famous for its dark, volcanic sand, and the second sand is of a different color – yellow. True, it is imported, it was delivered back in the 70s by barges from the Sahara desert itself. In fact, this is an artificially ennobled one and a half kilometer section of the coast, which is very fond of European tourists. But the Russians, whom you will not be surprised by the yellow color of the sand, prefer the “native” beaches of Tenerife with dark sand, which is unusual for our eyes. Exotic after all!..
We add that in the vicinity of the capital Tenerife there are quite a few diving centers. For lovers of underwater beauty, the Devils and Garden coral reefs, as well as the underwater caves of Groupers Cave and La Cueva del Roquete, are of interest.
Attractions and shopping
During a walk around the capital of Tenerife, you can see the best local architectural examples – the Tenerife government building, the Carta Palace, the churches of St. Francis and Iglesia La Concepción, where, by the way, the same Holy Cross of the conquistadors that gave the city its name is kept.
Art lovers should definitely check out the Municipal Museum of Painting and Sculpture, which exhibits the work of many celebrities.
Tourists from Russia are always happy to take pictures against the backdrop of the quaint opera building – Auditorio Tenerife and the local twin towers. These skyscrapers will surely remind many of Dubai.
Note that a tour of the capital can be combined with a pleasant activity for lovely ladies – shopping. After all, the capital of the island noticeably surpasses all its resorts in the number of outlets and boutiques. There are especially many of those on Plaza La Candelaria and on the pedestrian Calle de Castillo, which originates from the main square.
Carnival in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Every year, in February, carnival performances are held in a number of cities around the world. The most large-scale and colorful of those, as everyone knows, take place in Brazil. But the carnival in Tenerife is considered the second largest after its counterpart from Rio de Janeiro. Nice and Venice, surprisingly, are inferior to the carnival in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
In general, carnival processions traditionally cover the entire island of Tenerife, all its cities and resorts. However, the most grandiose performance, crowning the carnival, always takes place in the capital. Many tourists come to the Canary Islands just for him. You have the opportunity to follow their example by combining a trip to the carnival with a pleasant beach holiday in the Canary Islands, now available to a much wider range of tourists than before …
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife | Tenerife
The island’s capital is a charming cosmopolitan city. Parks such as Garcia-Sanabria, characteristic buildings such as the Auditorio de Tenerife im. Adana Martina or the Tenerife Art Center (TEM)… this city has many attractions, and even the most ordinary things seem extraordinary here. You can spend the day shopping in the busy shopping streets and in the evening relax on the small sun terrace and enjoy great coffee.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is since 1833 the capital of the island and also one of the capitals of the Autonomous Community of the Canary Islands together with Las Palmas de Gran Canaria . It is located in the northeast of the island, bordering the municipalities San Cristobal de la Laguna and El Rosario and covers an area of 150.56 square kilometers. The highest point of the municipality, Cruz de Taborno , is located at an altitude of 1020 meters above sea level, and the coastline of 58 kilometers is divided by Santos Gorge . Together with the municipality La Laguna they form the metropolitan area. Its port is the main port where ships from Europe , Africa , America and other islands of the Canary archipelago, as well as merchant ships and tourist cruisers arrive.
Santa Cruz is a bright and cheerful city. The most famous holiday of the municipality is undoubtedly the carnival , which received the status of holiday of international tourist importance . Walking through its streets and parks is a real pleasure, as the average annual temperature in this area is 21.2ºC. In the city center you will find many charming pedestrian streets and shops where you can find everything you want. There are also important historical buildings that harmonize perfectly with modern buildings. The city has several museums and exhibition halls, although the largest active exhibition is in the open air: in the gardens and parks of the municipality you will see the works of Henry Moore , Martin Chirino , Joan Miro , Oscar Dominguez and other artists. The most popular swimming areas, such as the secluded beaches Taganana and Benijos , as well as the beach with palm trees Teresitas , located next to the fishing village San Andrés , are located away from the city center. In addition, there is Cesar Manrique Marine Water Park – a pool complex located in a new area of the city.
Approved routes of the municipality
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is located next to the Anaga mountain range, in a humid wooded area of great natural and geographical interest. As such, several municipality-approved hiking trails pass through the Anaga Rural Park, such as trail PR-TF 2, which connects the village of Taborno with the coastal area of Valleseco . During the walk along this route you will see various ecosystems, such as the area of fayal and heather (“fayal-brezal”) and some old villages. This route has is a medium difficulty level of and part of it runs along the track, so you will need to wear reflective clothing for this section. The descent along the trail PR-TF 5 Chamorga – Igueste de San Andrés will be mastered only by experienced tourists: the route starts in Chamorga and ascends to the villages of La Cumbrilla and El Lomo da las Bodegas, from where it then descends to San -Andres. During the descent you will have to overcome very difficult sections. Another circular route starts in Chamorga – PR-TF 6 which passes through Las Palmas de Anaga and El Dragillo. Another circular route, PR-TF 8 , passing through Afur, Taganana and Tamadite Gorge , has an average level of difficulty and will take about 7 hours.
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City routes
While walking in the city center Santa Cruz you will find the traditional La Noria , a huge number of restaurants, shopping areas located around Castillo , and gardens that adorn the squares and parks of the municipality. In addition, you will certainly be surprised by the number of sculptures by world famous artists that decorate the streets of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Walking route , passing through the whole city and famous for its Indian laurel trees, starts at Rambla de Santa Cruz . At the intersection with Avenida Reyes Católicos is the spectacular work Francisco Sobrino – sculpture “Móvil” , and nearby is the bronze statue Miro – “Femme Bouteille” . On the waterfront you will see sculptures by Henry Moore – “Guerrero Goslar”, Xavier Corbero – “Ejecutores y ejecutados”, Joaquin Rubio – “Nivel” and many others. Very close is Garcia-Sanabria Park , where there are also many works presented at I International Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition . If after a tour of the park you want to continue walking along the promenade, you will see the impressive work by Jaume Plensa – “Islas” , which is a plaque hanging on trees with the names of artists, and “Lady Tenerife” by Martin Chirino .
Approved routes of the municipality
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is located next to the Anaga mountain range, in a humid wooded area of great natural and geographical interest. Thus, several approved hiking trails of the municipality pass through the Anaga Rural Park, such as trail PR-TF 2, connecting the village of Taborno with the Valleseco area, located on the coast. During the walk along this route you will see various ecosystems, such as the area of fayal and heather (“fayal-brezal”) and some old villages. This route is with an average difficulty level of and part of it is on the track, so you will need to wear reflective clothing on this section. The descent along the trail PR-TF 5 Chamorga – Igueste de San Andrés will be mastered only by experienced tourists: the route starts in Chamorga and ascends to the villages of La Cumbrilla and El Lomo da las Bodegas, from where it then descends to San -Andres. During the descent you will have to overcome very difficult sections. Another circular route starts in Chamorga – PR-TF 6 which passes through Las Palmas de Anaga and El Dragillo. Another circular route, PR-TF 8 , passing through Afur, Taganana and Tamadite Gorge , has an average level of difficulty and will take about 7 hours.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife – hotels, what to see
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Coat of arms of Santa Cruz
Coat of arms
As the name suggests, the city is located on the island of Tenerife (Canary Islands, Spain), in its northeast, to be precise.
Santa Cruz by the standards of the world’s megacities is a small town of about 200 thousand people. Even in the list of cities in Spain, it is in the honorable 22nd place in terms of population.
History
First
settlements were in the area
over 2 thousand years ago. The island was inhabited
Guanches are the indigenous people of these places.
Many archaeological finds
discovered in Tenerife, now
form the collection of the local museum.
Map 1588
In 1723, the city of Santa Cruz becomes a real stronghold of the island, a fortress that Admiral Nelson himself could not take in 1797, and also the capital of the Canary Islands since 1833. This status of the only capital lasted until 1927 inclusive.
In general, Spain competed with England for a long time for these islands. Since the 17th century, the British and their famous sailors tried to take it by storm, cunning and flattery, but the Spanish fortresses built by prudent conquistadors became a serious obstacle to these conquests.
Location
islands is such that in the Middle Ages they
were an excellent transit point for
most popular trade routes
and owning them gave advantages
over other great competitors.
These
great victories in English
conquerors found their embodiment
on the coat of arms of the island in the form of three leopards
as a symbol of the three most significant
won battles.
Weather
The climate in this city is desert tropical, it rarely rains, the average temperature in summer rises to +29°C, in winter it drops to 15.5°C.
Average weather data for the period 1981-2010
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Annual
Max. temperature ( °C )
21.0
21.2
22.1
22.7
24.1
26.2
28.7
29.0
28.1
26.3
24.1
22.1
Ø
24.7
Min. temperature (°C)
15.4
15.3
15.9
16.5
17.8
19.5
21.2
21.9
21.7
20.3
18.4
16.6
Ø
18.4
Temperature (°C)
18.2
18.3
19.0
19.7
21.0
22.9
25.0
25.5
24.9
23.4
21.3
19.4
Ø
21.6
Rainfall ( mm )
32
35
38
12
4
1
0
2
7
19
34
43
Σ
227
Sunlight hours ( h/d )
5. 7
6.6
7.0
7.5
8.8
9.9
10.6
10.2
8.4
7.1
6.2
5.6
Ø
7.8
Rainy days ( e )
8
7
7
6
3
1
0
1
3
6
9
9
Σ
60
Moisture ( % )
65
65
62
62
60
60
57
60
64
66
66
67
Ø
62.8
The water temperature ranges from 19°C in January to 24°C at the height of summer.
Beaches, swimming pools
Cesar Manrique Marine Park
There are no beaches in the city, but the locals living in the capital Santa Cruz still have a place for swimming. Near the beautiful white building of the Auditorio, which is built in the form of a knight’s helmet, there is a recreational area Cesar Manrique Marine Park ( Parque Marítimo César Manrique ). This space is a pool with sea water, where both children and adults can swim or bathe, because there are practically no waves here. The government of the Canary Islands did their best in this matter and invited the famous architect, artist and sculptor Cesar Manrique to participate in the creation of the Marine Park. Therefore, in the park you can see bizarre metal sculptures that move from the influence of the wind.
Cesar Manrique Marine Park
La Caleta de Negros Bay
Near the Cesar Manrique Marine Park there is a small beach in the Black Bay – “ La Caleta de Negros “. The beach is not cultural, there are few people.
See on the map: La Caleta de Negros
Las Teresitas Beach
In addition, the locals are not deprived of a real cultural beach, located 9 km from the city and this is Las Teresitas beach. It is known primarily for its yellow sand, which is not typical for the volcanic island of Tenerife. After all, the sand is mostly gray or black. So, the sand was brought to Las Teresitas beach from Africa. The government of the Canary Islands wanted to do something pleasant for the local population, since almost the entire coastal zone near the capital was used for the construction of the main seaport of the island. The beach is gently sloping, with paid sunbeds, umbrellas, changing cabins, fresh water shower, toilet, lifeguard, entrance to the water for the disabled, bar, free parking.
Las Teresitas Beach
Attractions
Masonic Temple
Masonic Temple
The Masonic Temple is now closed to the public, but its grand facade adorns San Lucas Street in the capital. The temple was built in 1899 by the architect Manuel de Camara y Cruz, and its inauguration came in 1902. The building until 1936, until the Franco regime came, was the largest Masonic center in all of Spain.
Plaza de España
Plaza de España
Plaza de España (Spanish Plaza de España) is considered the largest square in all the Canary Islands, its size is 5026 m². Built at 1929, on the site of the ruined fortress of San Cristobal, which at that time protected the island from pirates and the British. The esplanade is interesting for its architectural structures, such as: the Monument to the Fallen for Spain, a fountain with sea water in the center, the Interpretation Center with the Tiger cannon and the remaining foundation from the fortress, as well as the laurel grove of the Duchess of St. Helena (1787), which has become an integral single space .
In the evening, the Square is adorned with interesting lighting, the bulbs of which are cast from glass in the form of one drop. At night, they look like magic and give the city a fantastic view of an underwater palace.
Plaza de España
Auditorio de Tenerife
Auditorio
The Auditorio de Tenerife Opera is not only a great sounding voice of the speakers, but also an example of the best architecture of the 21st century. She herself is like the embodiment of performance, complementing and setting in the right mood before the performances. The Auditorio was designed by the famous Spanish-Swiss architect and sculptor Santiago Calatrava Valls in Spain. The grand opening took place in 2003, in which Prince Philip VI of Asturias himself participated at that time. In 2005, US President Bill Clinton visited the outstanding architecture. Today, the opera is the seat of the Canary Islands Symphony Orchestra.
Auditorio de Tenerife
Twin Towers
Twin Towers
The Twin Towers are one of the attractions not only of the Canary Islands, but of the whole of Spain. The height of the two residential buildings is about 120 meters. This complex is called Torres de Santa Cruz and attracts tourists with its grandeur and monumentality.
Museum of Nature and Archeology
Museum of Nature and Man
Museum of Nature and Archeology — this place is worth a visit for those who love history, geology, are fond of biology and geography. The exhibits on display are unique examples of the culture of the Canary Islands. The mummies of the indigenous inhabitants of the island, the Guanches, were found here, samples of the flora and fauna of the islands were collected, and other elements that form the culture of these places, its history, style and way of life are presented.
Museum of Nature and Archeology
Almeida Military Museum
Almeida Fort was built in 1884 as a fortress to serve as a defense of the east coast from various enemies. Today it houses a military history museum with a large collection of various weapons and a military history library with more than 35,700 literary funds. The museum contains the real flag from the ship of Horatio Nelson, who attacked the island of Tenerife from July 22-25, 1797. In which the admiral was defeated by the Spanish defenders, losing his right arm.
Almeida Military Museum
Church of the Immaculate Conception
Church of the Immaculate ConceptionThe Holy Silver Cross of the Conquistadors
Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Initially, the temple was named after the Holy Cross of the Conquistadors, which gave its name to the future city of Santa Cruz. In 1638 the church was renamed.
Church of the Immaculate Conception
City Day – May 3
Feast in honor of the founding of the city – Tres de Mayo. 3 May 1494 years is considered the official date of foundation of the city. And today, the celebration begins on the night of the third day of May, bringing treats, tables to the squares and streets and inviting everyone to share the joy of the holiday with them. National color, authentic costumes of local residents, garlands, flowers and fun entertainment are guaranteed to everyone who is present at this holiday.
Mercado Nuestra Señora De África
), this place is the highlight of the city. It’s always noisy, fun and tasty here. Fresh products – products of natural agriculture, all kinds of handmade souvenirs and other goods that correspond to the color and characteristics of these places.
This list of iconic and interesting places is far from complete. With the question “What to see in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?” you can cope very quickly – all kinds of museums that tell both about the modern achievements of Spain and the world, and about the historical past of the Canaries, institutions where they will show an exposition on the theme of art, with the best examples of painting and sculpture, and others, where it will be no less interesting, will help to cope with boredom and give a lot of new experiences. In addition, the parks of Santa Cruz de Tenerife are very beautiful.
Market of Our Lady of Africa
Park Garcia Sanabria
Address: Calle Mendez Núñez, s/n, 38004 Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The park was opened in 1926. This is one of the biggest green
island zones. It grows over 200 species of plants that are occupied
Literally every meter. Among them are many specimens rare for Spain, as well as
plants specially brought here from other continents.
Tropical prevails in horticultural areas
subject. A feature of landscape design is a lot of green arches, pergolas and
luxurious flower gardens.
In addition, the aesthetics of the interior space
woven from numerous sculptures and fountains, which organically complement
plant compositions. The main architectural object is the monument to Garcia
Sanabria. The attraction of the park is also the ground flower clock.
Park Garcia Sanabria
attractions on the map
1
Spanish area
2
Garcia Sanabria Park
Auditoro
4
4
4
9000 5 9000 9000 9000
6
César Manrique Marine Park
7
Palmetum Palm Park
8
San Cristobal Interpretive Center
9
Monument to the fallen for Spain
10
The Church of the Immaculate conception
11
Museum of Nature and Archeology
12
Carnival House
9000 13
MASON Church
9000 14
9000 9000 15 9007 Fine Arts
16
Cultural Society
17
Church of San Francisco
18
La Farola del Mar Lighthouse
Discounted excursions
Hotels
Iberostar Heritage Grand Mencey 5*
Hotel business, that is, hotels in the capital Santa Cruz have their own advantage over resorts. First, you stop in the heart of the island of Tenerife, with its centuries-old history and its traditions. There is not much tourism here, which means you will plunge into the real life of the local population. Feel the Canarian flavor from the moment you arrive in the city. You will have the opportunity to explore all the sights, museums, stroll through the old streets and taste the Canarian cuisine.
Most of the hotels are located in the northern part of the city. This adds certain opportunities in the fact that it is calm here, the presence of parks within walking distance, one of them is Garcia Sanabria Park, the second La Granja Park and Prince of Asturias Square is worthy of attention.
Pay attention to the Iberostar Heritage Grand Mencey 5 * hotel – a worthy choice.
How not to overpay for hotels? To find the best prices, use the comparison of the best offers on the site roomguru.ru. This resource presents the prices of many hotel portals. Choose the best offer and book.
If you have the Genius premium option open on booking.com, then the choice is obvious. Go to booking.com and check out the prices.
Travel guide in Russian — tripguides.info
Hotels on the map
Please note:
Life in Santa Cruz
Life in Santa Cruz
Life in the capital of the island is measured, calm and without fuss. Many work in the tourism industry, including a daily trip to the south of the island to popular resorts. There is not much tourism in the city, but there is, and this is most likely due to the lack of beaches in the immediate vicinity. Almost the entire coastline is occupied by the main seaport, which is also a cruise, transit, commercial, fishing and sports port. The rest of the mass works in the service sector, although this also includes the tourism mentioned above and in the trade sector, which has an important role for the entire archipelago.
Life in Tenerife
Dining
Markets and food stalls will delight you with fresh products, seafood and agriculture. Here you can taste the fruits that have just been plucked from the garden and buy fish that has just left the depths of the sea. The fish on the shelves are mainly Atlantic mackerel, tuna, black (polyprion), octopus, squid, cuttlefish and others. Food for residents in Santa Cruz comes from local markets, where the freshest vegetable products, fruits, as well as from Mercadona, Alcampo and Carrefour supermarkets.
Shopping
Shopping Center – Court Inglés is waiting for you for shopping
Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s fashion boutiques attract more and more people who want to buy great things, especially during the periods from January to March and from July to August.
Season
discounts when crowds of tourists storm
shops, becomes a real event
for the entire island.
Summer discounts: from January 7th to March 6th
Winter discounts: from July to August 31st
In addition to world brands, whose products can be bought in two huge shopping centers “Corte Ingles” and “Meridiano”, there are many shops near Candelaria Square selling souvenirs. Authentic crafts made by local craftsmen will become a real decoration of both the interior and everyday and festive clothes. Plaza Candelaria borders Plaza de España, so finding it is not that difficult.
Entertainment
One
of important events that attract guests
to the island, remains the carnival.
Carnival Santa Cruz de Tenerife is second only to the famous Brazilian carnival in grandeur and spectacle. It is held in February, when the weather is still not so hot, and there is an opportunity to enjoy the mildness of the climate and the bright events of the event. Not only the procession participants, but also local residents are preparing for it. The island receives about a million people these days, both those who will take an active part in the carnival, and ordinary spectators who admire the costumes, performances and extravaganza of colors.
In addition, there are many other entertainments in the city, night clubs, entertainment centers, opera, many cafes and restaurants, beaches and bars, swimming pools and excursion offers from tour operators.
Annual carnival
Transport
The main bus station on the island is located in the capital, it is called “ Intercambiador Santa-Cruz-de-Tenerife “. You can get from it to any point of the island, if on a direct route, then with transfers for sure. And in order to save money, TEN + travel tickets are sold at the bus station, they are used both on buses and on trams. Be sure to purchase it, because the discount reaches 40%. With travel cards it is convenient to make transfers, they register the time of exit from the transport, and if you transfer to another route number, the cost will be much less. When entering the transport, the travel card must be pressed against the registration sensor, and at the exit this procedure should be repeated.
Buses
Buses
There is only one bus company in Tenerife, TITSA. It is important to remember that stops are not announced, you should take care of it yourself in the place you need. Before exiting, you must first press the button.
Main Bus Station
Trams
Trams
A tram line connects two cities, Santa Cruz and La Laguna. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes. The final and main tram station is located near the Intercambiador bus station.
Scheme of tram lines
Taxi
Taxi
– a faster and more convenient way
movement, especially since they run here
only official services running
strictly on the counter.
Taxi rates
Type
Tariff regime
Price per landing
Price per km. paths
Waiting hour
Tariff 1
Working days 6:00 – 22:00
3.15 €
€1.10
€15.05
Tariff 2
Weekdays 22:00 – 06:00 Sundays and weekends
€3.45
€1.26
€15.05
In addition to tariff
Airport taxes
€ 1. 70
Arrival and disembarkation at ports
€ 1.70
Radio Taxi (phone call)
€ 0.50
Taxi in Tenerife
Car rental
For those who love independence and prefer to travel on their own, a car rental service is available. Below is an aggregator of low prices for cars.
Getting there
Getting there from Costa Adeje, Playa de Las Americas by bus
The southern resorts of Costa Adeje and Los Cristinos have two main stations or two bus stations.
Bus station in Costa Adeje
Bus station in Los Cristianos
Once at one of them, you need to make a landing on the route:
April might not be a warm month in continental Europe, but it is in the Canary Islands. Just like during the rest of the year, the weather in the Canary Islands in April is usually sunny and warm, ideal for outdoor activities like sunbathing, walking or hiking.
What’s the weather like in the Canary Islands in April
Temperatures in the Canary Islands in April
What is the hottest Canary Island in April?
Rainfall
Sea temperature
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in April?
Should you travel in April to the Canary Islands?
The Canary Islands enjoy one of the best climates in the world, so the fact that springs are lovely and warm should come as no surprise to anyone. But how hot is the weather during the month of April in the Canary Islands?
There are some differences between the islands though; for example, the north of Tenerife, La Palma and the inland of La Gomera get more rain compared to the rest of the islands, which makes them look green and lush.
What’s the weather like in the Canary Islands in April
Although the month of April is not much warmer than the month of March, the weather is much improved due to the fact that there are fewer rainy days, with more sunshine hours and the ocean water starts to warm up as well.
April is usually a quiet month in the Canary Islands, so if you’re looking for a relaxing and quiet holiday, this might be the best time to visit.
Temperatures in the Canary Islands in April
Below you can see the average temperatures for the islands during the month of April. But do keep in mind that especially in the north of Tenerife the temperatures will be lower than in the south during the winter and spring months.
Tenerife South
Average high temperature: 23.1 °C
Average low temperature: 16 °C
Daily mean: 19.5 °C
Gran Canaria (Airport)
Average high temperature: 22. 6 °C
Average low temperature: 16.2 °C
Daily mean: 19.4 °C
Lanzarote
Average high temperature: 23.5 °C
Average low temperature: 15.7 °C
Daily mean: 19.6 °C
Fuerteventura
Average high temperature: 22.9 °C
Average low temperature: 16 °C
Daily mean: 19.5 °C
What is the hottest Canary Island in April?
As you can see, Lanzarote and the south of Tenerife are the hottest islands in the Canary Islands archipelago in April, because the weather seems to be a bit warmer than Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura, but the differences in temperature are not that big.
Since at night the temperature still drops to around 16°C, you should still bring a jacket or at least a cardigan and long trousers, because it will be chilly and even windy at times.
If you want more info about the weather conditions, temperatures & sunshine hours in April, you can read the dedicated article for each island:
Tenerife weather in April
Gran Canaria weather in April
Lanzarote weather in April
Fuerteventura weather in April
La Palma weather in April
La Gomera weather in April
Rainfall
Tenerife South – Average rainfall (mm): 7.4 mm
Gran Canaria Airport – Average rainfall (mm): 6 mm
Lanzarote – Average rainfall (mm): 5. 2 mm
Fuerteventura – Average rainfall (mm): 5 mm
In the case of Tenerife, please keep in mind that there is much more rain happening in the north than in the south of the island. The number above if for the precipitation happening in the south, but the north is much greener and in consequence, you can expect more rainy days in spring.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura get the least amount of rain, with only one wet day during the month of April.
Sea temperature
Tenerife South – Average sea temperature: 19.5°C
Gran Canaria – Average sea temperature: 19.6°C
Lanzarote – Average sea temperature: 19°C
Fuerteventura – Average sea temperature: 19°C
The water temperature does not differ by much between March and April, although it does start to warm up towards the end of the month.
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in April?
The water temperature depends on which beach you choose, as there can be quite big differences between different beaches in different parts of the island.
At 19°C, the water does not feel warm and will probably be considered cold by most people.
Should you travel in April to the Canary Islands?
Yes, if you want to spend a quiet holiday in the sun during the month of April.
The only busy week in April is Easter week in those years when the holiday is celebrated during this month. You’ll be able to take part in religious celebrations if you want and you can witness interesting Spanish traditions since Holy Week attracts a lot of visitors from all over the world.
April is a good month for hiking if you want to avoid the heat of summer days when the sun can be unbearable. The islands are green and full of life in spring, which means that you’ll get to see some of the best landscapes. Anaga Rural Park looks gorgeous in spring, just like Garajonay National Park in La Gomera.
See a list of things to do in the Canary Islands
FAQ about the Canary Islands in April
How hot are the Canaries in April?
The average temperature in the Canary Islands in April is 19.5 °C (in the mountainous regions of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Palma it can be cooler than that). This means that during the daytime the weather will be warm enough for sunbathig.
Which Canary Island is hottest in April?
Lanzarote and Tenerife are the hottest Canary Islands in April. In the case of Tenerife, keep in mint that the temperatures in the north are lower than in the south where the tourist resorts are located.
Is April a good time to visit the Canary Islands?
Yes, any month is a good time to visit the Canaries.
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Canary Islands Weather in April
Are the Canary Islands hot in April?
April might not be a warm month in continental Europe, but it is in the Canary Islands. Just like during the rest of the year, the weather in the Canary Islands in April is usually sunny and warm, ideal for outdoor activities like sunbathing, walking or hiking.
What’s the weather like in the Canary Islands in April
Temperatures in the Canary Islands in April
What is the hottest Canary Island in April?
Rainfall
Sea temperature
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in April?
Should you travel in April to the Canary Islands?
The Canary Islands enjoy one of the best climates in the world, so the fact that springs are lovely and warm should come as no surprise to anyone. But how hot is the weather during the month of April in the Canary Islands?
There are some differences between the islands though; for example, the north of Tenerife, La Palma and the inland of La Gomera get more rain compared to the rest of the islands, which makes them look green and lush.
What’s the weather like in the Canary Islands in April
Although the month of April is not much warmer than the month of March, the weather is much improved due to the fact that there are fewer rainy days, with more sunshine hours and the ocean water starts to warm up as well.
April is usually a quiet month in the Canary Islands, so if you’re looking for a relaxing and quiet holiday, this might be the best time to visit.
Temperatures in the Canary Islands in April
Below you can see the average temperatures for the islands during the month of April. But do keep in mind that especially in the north of Tenerife the temperatures will be lower than in the south during the winter and spring months.
Tenerife South
Average high temperature: 23.1 °C
Average low temperature: 16 °C
Daily mean: 19.5 °C
Gran Canaria (Airport)
Average high temperature: 22.6 °C
Average low temperature: 16.2 °C
Daily mean: 19.4 °C
Lanzarote
Average high temperature: 23. 5 °C
Average low temperature: 15.7 °C
Daily mean: 19.6 °C
Fuerteventura
Average high temperature: 22.9 °C
Average low temperature: 16 °C
Daily mean: 19.5 °C
What is the hottest Canary Island in April?
As you can see, Lanzarote and the south of Tenerife are the hottest islands in the Canary Islands archipelago in April, because the weather seems to be a bit warmer than Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura, but the differences in temperature are not that big.
Since at night the temperature still drops to around 16°C, you should still bring a jacket or at least a cardigan and long trousers, because it will be chilly and even windy at times.
If you want more info about the weather conditions, temperatures & sunshine hours in April, you can read the dedicated article for each island:
Tenerife weather in April
Gran Canaria weather in April
Lanzarote weather in April
Fuerteventura weather in April
La Palma weather in April
La Gomera weather in April
Rainfall
Tenerife South – Average rainfall (mm): 7. 4 mm
Gran Canaria Airport – Average rainfall (mm): 6 mm
Lanzarote – Average rainfall (mm): 5.2 mm
Fuerteventura – Average rainfall (mm): 5 mm
In the case of Tenerife, please keep in mind that there is much more rain happening in the north than in the south of the island. The number above if for the precipitation happening in the south, but the north is much greener and in consequence, you can expect more rainy days in spring.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura get the least amount of rain, with only one wet day during the month of April.
Sea temperature
Tenerife South – Average sea temperature: 19.5°C
Gran Canaria – Average sea temperature: 19.6°C
Lanzarote – Average sea temperature: 19°C
Fuerteventura – Average sea temperature: 19°C
The water temperature does not differ by much between March and April, although it does start to warm up towards the end of the month.
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in April?
The water temperature depends on which beach you choose, as there can be quite big differences between different beaches in different parts of the island.
At 19°C, the water does not feel warm and will probably be considered cold by most people.
Should you travel in April to the Canary Islands?
Yes, if you want to spend a quiet holiday in the sun during the month of April.
The only busy week in April is Easter week in those years when the holiday is celebrated during this month. You’ll be able to take part in religious celebrations if you want and you can witness interesting Spanish traditions since Holy Week attracts a lot of visitors from all over the world.
April is a good month for hiking if you want to avoid the heat of summer days when the sun can be unbearable. The islands are green and full of life in spring, which means that you’ll get to see some of the best landscapes. Anaga Rural Park looks gorgeous in spring, just like Garajonay National Park in La Gomera.
See a list of things to do in the Canary Islands
FAQ about the Canary Islands in April
How hot are the Canaries in April?
The average temperature in the Canary Islands in April is 19.5 °C (in the mountainous regions of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Palma it can be cooler than that). This means that during the daytime the weather will be warm enough for sunbathig.
Which Canary Island is hottest in April?
Lanzarote and Tenerife are the hottest Canary Islands in April. In the case of Tenerife, keep in mint that the temperatures in the north are lower than in the south where the tourist resorts are located.
Is April a good time to visit the Canary Islands?
Yes, any month is a good time to visit the Canaries.
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Canary Islands Weather in April
Are the Canary Islands hot in April?
April might not be a warm month in continental Europe, but it is in the Canary Islands. Just like during the rest of the year, the weather in the Canary Islands in April is usually sunny and warm, ideal for outdoor activities like sunbathing, walking or hiking.
What’s the weather like in the Canary Islands in April
Temperatures in the Canary Islands in April
What is the hottest Canary Island in April?
Rainfall
Sea temperature
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in April?
Should you travel in April to the Canary Islands?
The Canary Islands enjoy one of the best climates in the world, so the fact that springs are lovely and warm should come as no surprise to anyone. But how hot is the weather during the month of April in the Canary Islands?
There are some differences between the islands though; for example, the north of Tenerife, La Palma and the inland of La Gomera get more rain compared to the rest of the islands, which makes them look green and lush.
What’s the weather like in the Canary Islands in April
Although the month of April is not much warmer than the month of March, the weather is much improved due to the fact that there are fewer rainy days, with more sunshine hours and the ocean water starts to warm up as well.
April is usually a quiet month in the Canary Islands, so if you’re looking for a relaxing and quiet holiday, this might be the best time to visit.
Temperatures in the Canary Islands in April
Below you can see the average temperatures for the islands during the month of April. But do keep in mind that especially in the north of Tenerife the temperatures will be lower than in the south during the winter and spring months.
Tenerife South
Average high temperature: 23.1 °C
Average low temperature: 16 °C
Daily mean: 19.5 °C
Gran Canaria (Airport)
Average high temperature: 22.6 °C
Average low temperature: 16.2 °C
Daily mean: 19.4 °C
Lanzarote
Average high temperature: 23. 5 °C
Average low temperature: 15.7 °C
Daily mean: 19.6 °C
Fuerteventura
Average high temperature: 22.9 °C
Average low temperature: 16 °C
Daily mean: 19.5 °C
What is the hottest Canary Island in April?
As you can see, Lanzarote and the south of Tenerife are the hottest islands in the Canary Islands archipelago in April, because the weather seems to be a bit warmer than Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura, but the differences in temperature are not that big.
Since at night the temperature still drops to around 16°C, you should still bring a jacket or at least a cardigan and long trousers, because it will be chilly and even windy at times.
If you want more info about the weather conditions, temperatures & sunshine hours in April, you can read the dedicated article for each island:
Tenerife weather in April
Gran Canaria weather in April
Lanzarote weather in April
Fuerteventura weather in April
La Palma weather in April
La Gomera weather in April
Rainfall
Tenerife South – Average rainfall (mm): 7. 4 mm
Gran Canaria Airport – Average rainfall (mm): 6 mm
Lanzarote – Average rainfall (mm): 5.2 mm
Fuerteventura – Average rainfall (mm): 5 mm
In the case of Tenerife, please keep in mind that there is much more rain happening in the north than in the south of the island. The number above if for the precipitation happening in the south, but the north is much greener and in consequence, you can expect more rainy days in spring.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura get the least amount of rain, with only one wet day during the month of April.
Sea temperature
Tenerife South – Average sea temperature: 19.5°C
Gran Canaria – Average sea temperature: 19.6°C
Lanzarote – Average sea temperature: 19°C
Fuerteventura – Average sea temperature: 19°C
The water temperature does not differ by much between March and April, although it does start to warm up towards the end of the month.
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in April?
The water temperature depends on which beach you choose, as there can be quite big differences between different beaches in different parts of the island.
At 19°C, the water does not feel warm and will probably be considered cold by most people.
Should you travel in April to the Canary Islands?
Yes, if you want to spend a quiet holiday in the sun during the month of April.
The only busy week in April is Easter week in those years when the holiday is celebrated during this month. You’ll be able to take part in religious celebrations if you want and you can witness interesting Spanish traditions since Holy Week attracts a lot of visitors from all over the world.
April is a good month for hiking if you want to avoid the heat of summer days when the sun can be unbearable. The islands are green and full of life in spring, which means that you’ll get to see some of the best landscapes. Anaga Rural Park looks gorgeous in spring, just like Garajonay National Park in La Gomera.
See a list of things to do in the Canary Islands
FAQ about the Canary Islands in April
How hot are the Canaries in April?
The average temperature in the Canary Islands in April is 19.5 °C (in the mountainous regions of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Palma it can be cooler than that). This means that during the daytime the weather will be warm enough for sunbathig.
Which Canary Island is hottest in April?
Lanzarote and Tenerife are the hottest Canary Islands in April. In the case of Tenerife, keep in mint that the temperatures in the north are lower than in the south where the tourist resorts are located.
Is April a good time to visit the Canary Islands?
Yes, any month is a good time to visit the Canaries.
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Canary Islands Weather in April
Are the Canary Islands hot in April?
April might not be a warm month in continental Europe, but it is in the Canary Islands. Just like during the rest of the year, the weather in the Canary Islands in April is usually sunny and warm, ideal for outdoor activities like sunbathing, walking or hiking.
What’s the weather like in the Canary Islands in April
Temperatures in the Canary Islands in April
What is the hottest Canary Island in April?
Rainfall
Sea temperature
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in April?
Should you travel in April to the Canary Islands?
The Canary Islands enjoy one of the best climates in the world, so the fact that springs are lovely and warm should come as no surprise to anyone. But how hot is the weather during the month of April in the Canary Islands?
There are some differences between the islands though; for example, the north of Tenerife, La Palma and the inland of La Gomera get more rain compared to the rest of the islands, which makes them look green and lush.
What’s the weather like in the Canary Islands in April
Although the month of April is not much warmer than the month of March, the weather is much improved due to the fact that there are fewer rainy days, with more sunshine hours and the ocean water starts to warm up as well.
April is usually a quiet month in the Canary Islands, so if you’re looking for a relaxing and quiet holiday, this might be the best time to visit.
Temperatures in the Canary Islands in April
Below you can see the average temperatures for the islands during the month of April. But do keep in mind that especially in the north of Tenerife the temperatures will be lower than in the south during the winter and spring months.
Tenerife South
Average high temperature: 23.1 °C
Average low temperature: 16 °C
Daily mean: 19.5 °C
Gran Canaria (Airport)
Average high temperature: 22.6 °C
Average low temperature: 16.2 °C
Daily mean: 19.4 °C
Lanzarote
Average high temperature: 23. 5 °C
Average low temperature: 15.7 °C
Daily mean: 19.6 °C
Fuerteventura
Average high temperature: 22.9 °C
Average low temperature: 16 °C
Daily mean: 19.5 °C
What is the hottest Canary Island in April?
As you can see, Lanzarote and the south of Tenerife are the hottest islands in the Canary Islands archipelago in April, because the weather seems to be a bit warmer than Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura, but the differences in temperature are not that big.
Since at night the temperature still drops to around 16°C, you should still bring a jacket or at least a cardigan and long trousers, because it will be chilly and even windy at times.
If you want more info about the weather conditions, temperatures & sunshine hours in April, you can read the dedicated article for each island:
Tenerife weather in April
Gran Canaria weather in April
Lanzarote weather in April
Fuerteventura weather in April
La Palma weather in April
La Gomera weather in April
Rainfall
Tenerife South – Average rainfall (mm): 7. 4 mm
Gran Canaria Airport – Average rainfall (mm): 6 mm
Lanzarote – Average rainfall (mm): 5.2 mm
Fuerteventura – Average rainfall (mm): 5 mm
In the case of Tenerife, please keep in mind that there is much more rain happening in the north than in the south of the island. The number above if for the precipitation happening in the south, but the north is much greener and in consequence, you can expect more rainy days in spring.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura get the least amount of rain, with only one wet day during the month of April.
Sea temperature
Tenerife South – Average sea temperature: 19.5°C
Gran Canaria – Average sea temperature: 19.6°C
Lanzarote – Average sea temperature: 19°C
Fuerteventura – Average sea temperature: 19°C
The water temperature does not differ by much between March and April, although it does start to warm up towards the end of the month.
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in April?
The water temperature depends on which beach you choose, as there can be quite big differences between different beaches in different parts of the island.
At 19°C, the water does not feel warm and will probably be considered cold by most people.
Should you travel in April to the Canary Islands?
Yes, if you want to spend a quiet holiday in the sun during the month of April.
The only busy week in April is Easter week in those years when the holiday is celebrated during this month. You’ll be able to take part in religious celebrations if you want and you can witness interesting Spanish traditions since Holy Week attracts a lot of visitors from all over the world.
April is a good month for hiking if you want to avoid the heat of summer days when the sun can be unbearable. The islands are green and full of life in spring, which means that you’ll get to see some of the best landscapes. Anaga Rural Park looks gorgeous in spring, just like Garajonay National Park in La Gomera.
See a list of things to do in the Canary Islands
FAQ about the Canary Islands in April
How hot are the Canaries in April?
The average temperature in the Canary Islands in April is 19.5 °C (in the mountainous regions of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Palma it can be cooler than that). This means that during the daytime the weather will be warm enough for sunbathig.
Which Canary Island is hottest in April?
Lanzarote and Tenerife are the hottest Canary Islands in April. In the case of Tenerife, keep in mint that the temperatures in the north are lower than in the south where the tourist resorts are located.
Is April a good time to visit the Canary Islands?
Yes, any month is a good time to visit the Canaries.
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Weather in the Canary Islands in april 2023
How are weather conditions in Spain in april? Is it the best time to go to Santa Cruz De Tenerife and Maspalomas? Have a look at our datas and our advices here.
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Weather in the Canary Islands in april 2023
In this section, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of april for most popular cities in Spain. These predictions are statistics for the month of april from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Where to go in the Canary Islands in april?
Where to go in the Canary Islands in april: destination map
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Climate in the Canary Islands in april
Climate in Tenerife in april
In the month of april, maximum temperature is 19°C and minimum temperature is 18°C (for an average temperature of 19°C). The climate quite comfortable in this city in this month. does not rain (or really exceptionally) during april. You stay dry during your stay! With good weather conditions, april is a good month to go there in Spain.
March
April
May
Average temperature
18°C
19°C
20°C
Highest temperature
19°C
19°C
20°C
Lowest temperature
17°C
18°C
19°C
Sea temperature
19.5°C
19.7°C
20.2°C
Rainfall
22mm
23mm
10mm
Number of days with rainfall
1 day(s) (2%)
1 day(s) (4%)
0 day(s) (0%)
Humidity
79%
79%
80%
Daily sunshine hours
11
12
12
Cloud cover
25%
24%
22%
Length of day
11:59
12:52
13:35
Our opinion at whereandwhen. net
good
good
good
more information about the climate in Tenerife in april
Climate in Fuerteventura in april
In the month of april, the mean temperature in Corralejo is 19°C (maximum temperature is 21°C and minimum temperature is 18°C). The climate quite nice in this city in the month of april. There is no rain during the month of april. You will therefore be at the shelter from rain during your stay! With a good climate, the month of april is a good time to go in this locality in Spain.
March
April
May
Average temperature
19°C
19°C
20°C
Highest temperature
20°C
21°C
22°C
Lowest temperature
17°C
18°C
19°C
Sea temperature
18. 6°C
18.8°C
19.7°C
Rainfall
17mm
9mm
11mm
Number of days with rainfall
1 day(s) (2%)
0 day(s) (1%)
0 day(s) (1%)
Humidity
79%
80%
80%
Daily sunshine hours
11
11
12
Cloud cover
27%
27%
26%
Length of day
11:59
12:51
13:34
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net
good
perfect
perfect
more information about the climate in Fuerteventura in april
Climate in Lanzarote in april
In the month of april, the mean temperature in Arrecife is 19°C (maximum temperature is 20°C and minimum temperature is 18°C). The climate pleasant here in the month of april. It almost never rains during this month. You will therefore be at the shelter from rain for your stay! With a good weather, april is a good month to go in this city.
March
April
May
Average temperature
18°C
19°C
20°C
Highest temperature
19°C
20°C
21°C
Lowest temperature
17°C
18°C
19°C
Sea temperature
18.8°C
18.9°C
19.7°C
Rainfall
16mm
9mm
11mm
Number of days with rainfall
1 day(s) (2%)
0 day(s) (1%)
0 day(s) (0%)
Humidity
79%
80%
81%
Daily sunshine hours
11
11
12
Cloud cover
30%
31%
31%
Length of day
11:59
12:53
13:36
Our opinion at whereandwhen. net
good
good
perfect
more information about the climate in Lanzarote in april
Climate in El Hierro in april
In the month of april, maximum temperature is 20°C and minimum temperature is 19°C (for an average temperature of 19°C). The climate comfortable around this city in this month. It’s raining really exceptionally during april. You will be well dry for your vacations! With a good weather, april is a good month to go in that area in Spain.
March
April
May
Average temperature
19°C
19°C
20°C
Highest temperature
19°C
20°C
21°C
Lowest temperature
19°C
19°C
20°C
Rainfall
10mm
8mm
2mm
Humidity
78%
77%
79%
Daily sunshine hours
12
12
12
Cloud cover
20%
20%
17%
Length of day
11:59
12:51
13:32
Our opinion at whereandwhen. net
good
good
perfect
more information about the climate in El Hierro in april
Climate in Gomera in april
In the month of april, maximum temperature is 20°C and minimum temperature is 19°C (for an average temperature of 20°C). The climate nice around this city in the month of april. It rains very rarely during april. You will be well dry throughout your vacations! With good weather conditions, april is a recommended month to go there.
March
April
May
Average temperature
19°C
20°C
21°C
Highest temperature
20°C
20°C
21°C
Lowest temperature
18°C
19°C
20°C
Sea temperature
19.4°C
19. 8°C
20.5°C
Rainfall
12mm
11mm
2mm
Number of days with rainfall
0 day(s) (1%)
1 day(s) (2%)
0 day(s) (0%)
Humidity
76%
76%
77%
Daily sunshine hours
12
12
12
Cloud cover
16%
14%
10%
Length of day
11:59
12:51
13:33
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net
good
good
perfect
more information about the climate in Gomera in april
All cities in the Canary Islands in april
Gran Canaria, Canary Islands – April Weather
What’s The Weather Like In Gran Canaria In April?
Because of the year-round sunny weather in Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands, many people treat April like a summer month anyway, heading to the beaches for sunbathing and water sports.
How Warm is Gran Canaria in April?
The average temperature is 18.9°C throughout the month of April. This can vary from 15.7°C all the way up to 22.1°C, making for a truly pleasant range of temperatures regardless of when in April you travel, compared to May, which has an average temperature of around 20°C. The sea temperature begins to rise as well up to 19°C.
How Much Does It Rain in Gran Canaria In April?
There is an average of seven mm of precipitation over six days throughout the month so April showers will not be a factor for your trip.
April Sunshine Hours
Best of all, you can anticipate enjoying an average of ten hours of sunshine each day while on the island.
Click here for the live weather picture or here for the 7-day forecast.
Gran Canaria Hotels in April
Terrazamar Servatur Hotel
One affordable yet comfortable hotel in Gran Canaria is the Terrazamar Servatur Hotel. This resort is nestled against dramatic cliffs so every room has spectacular views. Each room has a large balcony to enjoy the scenery and a nearly full-sized kitchen so you’ll feel at home while on holiday.
This resort is best for people who don’t mind a little hike to get to and from nearby Puerto Rico. You’d be within walking distance of the beach and town but it is pretty hilly.
Parque Tropical in Playa del Ingles Hotel
And for travellers who do not have to have a 5-star accommodation in order to enjoy their holiday, there are plenty of options. One of those is Parque Tropical in Playa del Ingles, a rustic resort set on beautifully manicured gardens and views. The on-site restaurant cooks up a variety of fresh catches every day, and the pool bar has a surprisingly varied menu.
Lopesan Villa del Conde
Lopesan Villa del Conde is an upscale 5-star resort right on the seafront located in the upmarket Meloneras resort. It is made up of typical Canarian villas and has 5 swimmimg pools. The resort is family friendly with plenty of entertainement and fun for all age groups! The resort is described as a village in it’s own right.
With its own central plaza, gardens and five restaurants to choose from. This hotel offers delicous international and local cuisine. The Corallium Thalasso Spa is a magnificent beauty and wellness centre in the hotel where guests can indulge in relaxing treatments.
Gran Canaria Beaches in April
Sardina del Norte
This is a small and pretty sandy beach in the north west of the island. Surrounded by high cliffs Sardinia del Norte is popular with locals and divers due to its wealth of marine life. There are some exquisite sea food restaurants and a colourful fishing village.
Anfi del Mar
Anfi del Mar is one of the island’s prettiest man-made beaches. Surrounded by tall palm trees and lush flowers this is a little piece of paradise. Located in the south-west of the island, the beach is consistently well maintained and the sea has been described by visitors as crystal clear and as calm as a swimming pool. There is plenty to do like kayaking and renting pedallos, you can also rent sun longers and parasols and grab a bite to eat in one of the local restauranst and cafes.
Playa del Ingles Beach
This is one of Gran Canaria’s most well known beaches. It attracts millions of tourists of all ages and always has good weather. Playa del Ingles is one of the third longest beaches on the island and has an expansive coast line with gorgeous golden sand. The beach is clean and well maintained and there are plenty of hotels, restaurants and shops next to the beach.
Bars and Restaurants
A. Gaudi
A well-regarded restaurant on Gran Canaria is named for one of Spain’s finest architects: A. Gaudi, after Antonin Gaudi. This restaurant, run by an Austrian expatriate, serves traditional Spanish and Canarian dishes with the finest local ingredients. The restaurant specializes in pairing each dish with a Spanish wine to complete the perfect meal. With high ratings, this restaurant is sure to impress.
Restaurante Mar y Monte
For a wallet friendly dinner option, make reservations at the Restaurante Mar y Monte in Playa del Ingles. This cosy eatery is popular with tourists, and particularly those from Scandinavia. The menu of this restaurant has numerous internationally influenced dishes to appeal to tourists from all nations. And, of course, best of all, the restaurant is known for its fair and reasonable pricing, despite being located in a tourist hot spot.
Shenanigans Irish Entertainment Bar
Shenanigans Irish Entertainment Bar in Playa del Ingles is a good place to grab a cocktail. It is first and foremost a bar with a range of beers on tap and knowledgeable bartenders who can make you whatever you may be in the mood for. Shenanigans also anticipates that parents may have to bring a kid with them since they don’t have a babysitter so there are plenty of kid-friendly games to play alongside pool for the adults.
Things to do in Gran Canaria in April
Maspalomas Beach
With 236 km of coastline, which boasts 60 km of beaches there is plenty of room for everyone who visits the island. For some, being one in a crowd is the beach experience they are looking for. In that case, Maspalomas’ long, sandy beach is the perfect spot. On the southern side of the island, families will find fun on large beaches such as San Agustin or Amadores.
Something that islanders have known for years is how beneficial the island can be for one’s health. Combine the tranquility of the ocean and the peacefulness of the island’s lifestyle with the many spas and wellness centres on this island, which are serviced by some of the best wellness professionals in the world, and you will see how a vacation in Gran Canaria can be good for your body and soul.
Spa 711
Spa 711 is a fine example of one of the spas on Gran Canaria. This upscale spa is modern, beautiful and offers a wide range of services including professional massages. The massages include deep tissue and sports techniques to treat a wide range of ailments and sore muscles. If you’re going for lighter reasons, they have pedicures and manicures to get your feet prepared for the feet or to recover from a long hike.
Free Motion Bike and Tours
One way to beat the growing crowds on the beach is to take to the inside of the island with Free Motion Bike and Tours. The company offers a variety of tours depending on how long you would like to bike around the island, your skill level and what scenery you are interested in. The tour company provides the bikes, safety gear and even transportation to starting points to take care of everything.
Weather in the Canary Islands in April 2023, water temperatures in the Canary Islands
Check the weather for April before planning your holiday in the Canary Islands.
Average weather data includes daytime highs and nighttime lows in temperature, rainfall, hours of sunshine, and water temperature data.
Average temperature:
19 ° C
Average temperature during the day:
21 ° C
Average temperature at night:
17 ° C
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Precipitation in mm:
15 mm
Number of rainy days in a month:
17
Water temperature:
19 ° C
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26 ° C
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The maximum temperature during the day in the Canary Islands is 21. 6667 °C, the minimum temperature at night is 13.5556 °C. Rainfall in April is usually not more than 15 mm, and the number of hours of sunshine is not less than 8.
Weather in April in other resorts in Spain
Barcelona
19°С
Valencia
21°С
Ibiza
C
Canary Islands
21 ° C
Brava Costa
18 ° C
Costa Drada
19 ° C
Costa del Sol
21 ° C
Mallorca
1
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Tenerife
21°С
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Reviews for vacation in AprilAll reviews
Olena
April 26, 2022
Sunset View Club Tenerife
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14 reviews hotel mapprice
Room 123 was very good! Every little detail has been taken care of, which is great. We were pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and our own green lawn…. Read more
8 reviews hotel map price
I highly recommend this hotel. Very cozy, lots of landscaping. Good friendly staff. For the rest of the whole family. Nice view of the Teide. I also want to mention a very tasty cuisine. We enjoyed it very much hope… Read more
SephiriotH
April 13, 2022
Hotel The Fataga Centro De Negocios Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
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2 reviews hotel on map prices
I arrived at the hotel at night (around 01:30). The set up went quickly. I really liked the cleanliness of the hotel and the quality of the service. Here are the pros: 1. Quick clearance and check-out (check-out time 12:00).2… Read more0001
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This table will help you determine which Canary Islands resorts are warmest in April, find out where there is less rain and more clear days.
Do you want to know where is the warmest sea? We also provide information about the water temperature in seaside resorts.
Resort name
Air temperature day / night
Cloudy
Rainy days / rainfall
Sea water temperature
Solar clock *
Adeje
20.9°C
16.1°C
12.4%
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19.7°C
12h. 14m.
Guia de Isora
19.7°C
15.5°C
13.8%
–
19.7°C
12h. 04m.
Golf del Sur
21.9°C
18.5°C
10.0%
–
19. 6°C
12h. 33m.
Gran Canaria
22.0°C
17.6°C
13.9%
–
19.3°C
12h. 03m.
canisu
18.6°C
16.3°C
35.1%
1 day (36.1 mm.)
18.5°C
09h. 25m.
Corralejo
20.4°C
18.0°C
28.5%
–
18.8°C
10 a.m. 11m.
Costa Adeje
22.0°C
18.4°C
10.9%
–
19.7°C
12h. 26m.
La Palma
20.1°C
17.5°C
26.7%
–
19.8°C
10 a.m. 25m.
La Orotava
20.0°C
16.4°C
23.4%
–
19.5°C
10 a.m. 50m.
Lanzarote
20. 5°C
17.5°C
30.3%
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18.7°C
09h. 58m.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
20.8°C
17.4°C
26.6%
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19.3°C
10 a.m. 25m.
Los Gigantes
21.1°C
17.0°C
13.3%
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19.7°C
12h. 07m.
Los Cristianos
22.0°C
18.7°C
10.9%
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19.7°C
12h. 26m.
Madeira
15.9°C
14.5°C
40.4%
2 days (43.6 mm.)
18.5°C
08h. 44m.
Maspalomas
21.8°C
18.1°C
14.3%
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19.4°C
11 a.m. 59m.
Playa de San Augustin
21.9°C
18.0°C
14. 9%
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19.3°C
11 a.m. 55m.
Playa del Inglés
21.8°C
18.0°C
14.4%
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19.4°C
11 a.m. 59m.
Playa de Las Americas
22.0°C
18.7°C
10.9%
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19.7°C
12h. 26m.
Porto Santo
18.3°C
17.3°C
42.6%
1 day (27.7 mm.)
18.1°C
08h. 28m.
Puerto de la Cruz
20.8°C
17.2°C
20.3%
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19.6°C
11 a.m. 14m.
Puerto de Mogan
21.7°C
18.2°C
11.9%
–
19.6°C
12h. 18m.
Puerto del Carmen
20.6°C
17.8°C
29.1%
–
18. 8°C
10 a.m. 07m.
Puerto de Santiago
21.5°C
17.4°C
12.0%
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19.7°C
12h. 18m.
Santa Cruz de la Palma
20.1°C
17.5°C
26.7%
–
19.7°C
10 a.m. 25m.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
20.2°C
17.2°C
28.5%
1 day (19.0 mm.)
19.5°C
10 a.m. 11m.
Tenerife
17.8°C
13.6°C
27.2%
1 day (23.5 mm.)
19.5°C
10 a.m. 21m.
Funchal
15.9°C
14.5°C
40.4%
2 days (43.2 mm.)
18.5°C
08h. 44m.
Fuerteventura
20.8°C
17.6°C
25.1%
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18. 8°C
10 a.m. 37m.
El Medano
21.8°C
18.0°C
12.0%
–
19.5°C
12h. 17m.
Sundial is an indicator that displays the average number of hours per day during which direct sunlight reaches the earth’s surface. This indicator is influenced by both the length of daylight hours and cloud cover in the daytime.
Canaries in April. Tours to the Canary Islands in March. Together with this material they usually read
The Canary Islands in April are beautiful in their own way. Every year at this time of the year, tourists from all over the world flock here and for good reason, because in April you can not only have a great rest, but also save money.
Weather in the Canary Islands in April
In April, the Canary Islands have a real spring, there are no long rains here this time of year, and the ocean is less stormy. In early April, precipitation is likely, but the rain will not last long, except to slightly moisten the ground.
This is a great time for swimming, it is also safe to sunbathe and get a nice tan.
The water is warmed up to 22 ºС in some places, so, after all, especially if you have a company of small children on vacation, it’s good if the hotel has a heated pool.
During the day in the south of Tenerife around +26 ºС, even warmer in Gran Canaria.
In April, all winter-weary people can enjoy greenery and tranquility in the Canary Islands.
The sirocco wind, which brings sand and considerable heat from the Sahara Desert, can cause some trouble. At such a moment, usually at the end of April, a special natural phenomenon called Kalima sets in.
But the weather in April changes quickly, so due to elevation changes it can vary quite significantly in different parts of the Canary Islands.
By the way, in the resort villages, weather troubles are observed much less frequently than in other parts of the islands.
WEATHER IN THE CANARY ISLANDS IN APRIL 2014
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Things to do in the Canary Islands
Take part in festive events
There are still few holidays at this time of the year, the locals are still resting, gaining strength before the holiday season. But still a couple of holidays can be visited. For example, the week following April 4th is the time for the celebration of Saint Vicente de Ferrer. This event takes place in the municipality of Garafia. Then, on April 27, the municipality of Tazacorte celebrates religious holidays in honor of Our Lady of Montserrat.
Visit cathedrals
In April, as a rule, Catholic Easter is celebrated, it happens beautifully, magnificently, with religious processions, interesting masses, folk festivals, orchestra performances and open-air theatrical performances. It is impossible not to mention such a bright April holiday as Aboriginal Day in Gran Canaria, during which folklore groups perform in many villages of the island.
Prices for holidays in the Canary Islands in April
Until now, many believe that relaxing in the Canary Islands is something prohibitively expensive and luxurious, and only oligarchs can afford it. This is an old myth and nothing more. After all, in fact, prices in the Canary Islands are much lower than in general in Spain. This applies not only to hotels, but also to shops and restaurants. And if you know what time is more profitable to go, you can save a lot. April is a win-win: there are still few tourists, prices are at a fairly low level, and the weather already allows you to enjoy your vacation.
The British and Germans fly to the Canary Islands for 100 euros, and this is the price for round-trip tickets, for Europeans only Tunisia and Egypt are cheaper than the Canary Islands. For Russian travelers, air travel, of course, is more expensive. Although here you can save money if you catch yourself in time and buy a hot air ticket directly from the operator. Sometimes the discounts reach the point that there are offers to buy 1 ticket for the price of 2. In addition, you can save money if you fly with a transfer in Madrid. To do this, you need to buy a cheap ticket to Madrid, and from there it costs 100 euros to get to Tenerife and other islands.
If you follow the special offers of Canarian hotels, you can reduce your expenses by another 20-30%. The main thing is to plan your vacation in advance and not fly on holidays, such as Easter, since it is on these days that the prices for housing in hotels or private apartments are the highest. In general, according to experts, the most minimal prices for the rest of all tourists are expected in April and May.
This is one of the most delightful corners of our blue-eyed planet! The Canary Islands are the pearl of the Castilian crown in the past and the pride of modern Spain. A paradise for tourists, where the gentle sun always shines, and the sea (that is, it calls to plunge into transparent waves. It is not for nothing that tourists from all over the world dream of coming here, at least for a short time. After all, the Canary Islands are beautiful at any time of the year (the weather is almost different).
Canary archipelago: composition
The islands, lost in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean, are of volcanic origin. But nevertheless, they amaze with their unique beauty and unique climate, recognized as the best on Earth. The archipelago consists of thirteen islands of different sizes. The main seven: Gran Canaria, Gomera, Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Hierro, La Palma and Lanzarote. Six more islets are small patches of land with peculiar landscapes. These are Graciosa, Roque del Este, Alegranza, Lobos, Montagna Clara, Roque del Oeste.
Toponymy of the islands
The first names of the Canaries reflected the attitude of people to this divine place. Greek and Roman manuscripts, compiled by the greatest minds of the time, called them the Happy Isles, the Garden of the Hesperides, Atlantis. At that time, the Guanches tribes lived here – tall white-skinned people, whose small settlements hid in caves and rocky shores. The inhabitants of the round houses fiercely resisted the Spanish colonizers in 1496.
Virtual trip (Lancerot, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria)
Let’s make a virtual trip and visit the Canary Islands, the weather by months will be discussed by us later. So, the first on the way is the island of Lanzarote, whose landscape resembles the surface of the moon and space panoramas. It is worth visiting if only to realize how rich the fantasy of nature is.
Fuerteventura attracts with the longest coastline and proximity to Africa. Perhaps that is why it is so reminiscent with its heat and golden dunes. Gran Canaria, like a small continent, has collected on its territory vegetation characteristic of both Europe and the Americas. In the central part of the island, granite mountains rise for two kilometers, cut by deep ravines and gorges.
Features Tenerife
Next, we invite you to visit Tenerife (Canary Islands). The weather here is always wonderful, for which the area is called the island of eternal spring. It is the largest in the archipelago and the most famous. It is notable for its majestic mountain range, black sands on the beaches and a giant extinct volcano. Cañadas del Teide has a height of two thousand meters, and the diameter of the crater is 20 kilometers. It is surrounded by a national park.
Gomera, La Palma and Hierro
Gomera is a mountainous and impregnable island. Steep precipitous coasts contrast sharply with the ocean surface. In the center, an emerald tent spread the Garajonay National Park. Hierro is a small, little-studied piece of land. But it is here that tourists rush who crave a relaxing holiday away from the hustle and bustle. Luxurious tropical nature and a bay of indescribable beauty open to the eye from the top of Malpaso, which rises in the middle. The last island is La Palma, which has very steep coasts, amazing mountain ranges and lush vegetation.
The climate of the archipelago
More and more tourists choose as a place Weather by months presented in this article will help you choose the best time for travel. The climate here is moderately hot, and the air temperature stays around twenty degrees Celsius all year round. A little colder only high in the mountains on Palma and Tenerife. Winters are warm and mild, summers are not hot, and precipitation is moderate. As a resort, the Canaries are attractive all year round.
It should be noted that the weather conditions on individual islands vary in the north and south. Take the Canary Islands for example. The weather in the north is more comfortable, there is more greenery and rainfall. The southern part is characterized by sunny dry days. The explanation for this is simple: clouds that carry moisture are heavy, so they cannot overcome obstacles in the form of high mountain peaks. So they shed rains mainly in the north. On the highest peaks of the archipelago, even in summer, despite the high air temperature, you can see a snow cap.
Water temperature
The Canary Islands will always allow their guests to swim. Weather by months (air and water) is predicted by specialists on the eve of the tourist season. They compile special tables that help you choose the best time for vacation.
The temperature of the water off the coast of the Canary Islands varies. For example, the southern and southwestern coasts of Hierro, Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Homer and Palma warm up better, so the sea here is always several degrees warmer than in the north and northeast. These parts of the land are cooled by the Canary Current and the trade winds. You can pay attention to this circumstance: the closer the island is to the shores of the Black Continent, the warmer the water in the ocean.
Canary Islands in winter
Winter in these places bears little resemblance to the snow season. In December, tourists like to come here to celebrate the New Year and Christmas in an unusual setting. Indeed, your favorite holidays can be spent not for snowballs and snowman modeling, but on the beach. At this time, you can swim (the water warms up to +21°C) and sunbathe. During the day the thermometer shows +23, and at night – +19. But if you are going to go high into the mountains, then you should definitely grab warm clothes. It is much colder there, in addition, there is snow on some slopes.
January continues the festive baton started in December. The bright Canarian sun generously endows tourists with a chocolate tan and warmth, which the inhabitants of the northern hemisphere miss. There is snow in the mountains of the archipelago, which will remind you that winter reigns in the yard. Therefore, when traveling, you should take warm sweaters, jackets and shoes. The water temperature in the sea is kept at around + 20 ° C, during the day the air warms up to +23, and at night it only cools down to +18.
Winter is a great time to visit the Canary Islands. The weather in February is comfortable, making a sharp contrast with the Russian latitudes, where blizzards, snowdrifts and twenty degrees of frost reign. On the Spanish island territory, you can take a deep breath of fresh air, sunbathe (during the day the temperature rises to +23 ° C), take a walk along the coast in the evening (at night the thermometer shows + 18 ° C). The water in the Atlantic Ocean, of course, is not the same as fresh milk, but + 20 ° C is also not bad.
An archipelago of paradise in spring
March is a good reason to visit the Canary Islands with your half. Every lady will be delighted with such a gift for International Women’s Day. In this month, as in all others, the sun does not skimp on the heat. Snowy peaks mostly get rid of the snow cap. But it is still cool in the mountainous regions of the archipelago, so experienced travelers are advised to stock up on warm clothes. The ocean beckons with transparent waves warmed up to +20°C. The air temperature during the day is +24, at night – +19.
The Canary Islands come alive and transform in spring. The weather in April is still wonderful. But tourists flock here for another reason. Airlines start the season of discounts, so the ticket is very cheap. Gorgeous beaches are filled with vacationers, because the temperature rises by several degrees. And what kind of atmosphere awaits those who have visited the Canary Islands? The weather in April is fresh and clean air mixed with the scent of flowers and a salty breeze. It is +25°C during the day and +20 at night. So pack your bags and hit the road!
The end of spring is the perfect time to visit the Canary Islands. The weather here in May is unusual. It may seem to the guests of the archipelago that the famous were created just to visit this piece of paradise. The purest air is filled with the intoxicating aroma of herbs and flowers and the salty taste of the sea. There is no sweltering heat: during the day the thermometer shows + 26 ° C, at night – +22. The water in the ocean warms up to +21.
Summer in the Canary Islands
This is the time for measured and calm rest. That is why people who crave a serene pastime choose the Canary Islands. The weather in June will give you the opportunity to get a fashionable bronze tan on the fashionable beaches with white and black sand. After all, the temperature here during the day reaches +28°C, and at night it drops only to +22. It is interesting that when coming here, you can not use burn creams – the sun is not dangerous here and does not burn at all. Turquoise waves of the ocean warm up to +23°C.
The weather in the Canary Islands is quite hot in July. But still it is comfortable and pleasant. Even Fuerteventura – an island that is very close to the African Sahara – will not tire you with the desert climate. Its dunes and dunes, formed due to the hot wind from the Black Continent, are cooled by the underwater currents of the ocean. The water still warms up to +23°C, during the day the air temperature is +29°C, at night – +24.
The peak of the holiday season, which lasts all year round, falls on the end of summer. This is the hottest time to visit the Canary Islands. The weather in August, despite the high air temperatures (+31°C during the day, +25°C at night), remains comfortable. This archipelago compares favorably with the currently arid Turkey, Greece and other southern states. The Atlantic Ocean warms up to + 24 ° C off the coast.
Golden autumn
The beginning of autumn is no reason to ignore the Canary Islands. The weather in September differs little from summer or spring, except for a change in temperature. The thermometer drops to +27°C during the day and +22°C at night. Water warms up to +23°C. It gets colder towards the end of the month, but it will still be enough for a tourist to take light clothes with him: T-shirts, shorts, skirts.
October will delight you with warm sun and really summer days. Indeed, at the height of the Canarian autumn, the temperature during the day is + 26 ° C, and at night – + 21 ° C. The water is still suitable for swimming (+ 24°C).
In November, tourists come to the Canary Islands, because it is still warm and sunny here, and the temperature drops only a few degrees (+24°C during the day, +20°C at night). Ocean waves warm up to + 23°C, so you can swim, scuba dive, do water sports and have fun to the fullest.
Attractions of the islands
Visiting the Canary archipelago, you can not worry about the cultural and entertainment program. In addition to lazy lying on the sea coast, there is an opportunity to go on exciting excursions and boat trips, scuba dive and visit the mountains, learn the history of the islands from the architectural masterpieces of the past. Natural wonders in the form of national parks, reserves, picturesque gorges and small canyons will not leave anyone indifferent. Be sure to visit the cliffs of the Giants and the mountains of Anaga, Hell’s Gorge and Teide Park, Loro Park and Timanfaya. The pyramids in Guimard, the water park, the El Diablo restaurant on a sleeping volcano, the Cactus Garden are also worthy of your attention.
Visit the Canary Islands, treat yourself to a real fairy tale!
Bright and magical dignity of the island of Tenerife – comfortable weather conditions all year round. Such pleasant weather throughout the year, as in the Canary Islands, cannot be found anywhere else in Europe. And maybe all over the world =)).
Different spring in the north and south
The island consists of 4 altitudinal zones, which are separated by a high ridge that holds back clouds. What does it mean? In different places in Tenerife, the weather, temperature and precipitation are very different from each other. Sometimes 10 degrees! O_o
First you need to clearly understand that the temperature on the island is very different, in the north it is always colder. Therefore, if you want to relax in Tenerife in March, April or May, then choose the southern resorts. .
Tenerife is called the island of “eternal spring”, due to the fact that there are no pronounced seasons of heat, rains and other unpleasant periods. Tenerife differs from mainland Spain in its mild climate and warm winters.
To sum up, Tenerife is very nice in spring! Already in March you can sunbathe on the southern beaches, and in April and May you can swim. In the spring, temperatures even out, trees and flowers begin to bloom all over the island! This is a wonderful time for hiking and observing wild beauty.
Do not forget that the temperature in Tenerife in March, April and May depends more on the place on the island than on the month.
The Canarian archipelago is called the islands of eternal spring for a reason. There is never unbearable heat or piercing cold here. Every season of the year on the islands is good in its own way. In summer it is a warm ocean and gentle sun, in winter it is an opportunity to take a break from the annoying cold and endless dampness among the lush greenery of southern Europe.
Canary Islands in April is a unique opportunity to bring the long-awaited spring closer. At this time, everything blooms and breathes freshness on the islands, but it rains rarely, in small quantities, and often after half an hour there is not even a trace of them. So this spring is unlike Russian: it is sunny, bright and warm.
The weather in April in the Canary Islands is favorable for travel, boat trips and various excursions. In the southern and central part of Tenerife, daytime temperatures range from +17 to +25 degrees, at night it drops to 15-20 degrees Celsius. The northern parts of the island are slightly cooler. The days are sunny and even if the sky is overcast in the morning, by the middle of the day it becomes absolutely clear.
Canary Islands in April are good for cycling, hiking tours to the Teide volcano or jeep safari in other mountainous areas. On the island of Tenerife, it is also worth visiting and seeing its wonderful animal shows, visiting the Eagles Park and the Monkey Park.
A trip to the Canary Islands in April may coincide with Holy Week and Easter, which are celebrated on different days of spring, depending on the lunar calendar. Like many other religious events on the islands, these are also folk festivals with traditional processions and concerts, which provide an excellent opportunity to get to know the life of the Canarians, to get to know their music and dances better.
Holidays in the Canary Islands in April are cobblestone streets shrouded in a lilac haze of blooming jacarandas, mountain slopes covered with fresh greenery, soft sun and a light breeze bringing freshness from the ocean. The water in the ocean can be cool and not always suitable for swimming, but a variety of sea excursions on yachts and sailboats will allow you to get acquainted with the nature of different islands of the archipelago. An ocean trip on a sports catamaran will give the whole family a lot of joy from meeting dolphins, which, while playing, rub against the side, and sometimes swim up so close that you can stroke them with your hands.
A cruise trip to the Canary Islands in April is suitable for youth companies, parents with children, and romantic couples. At this time, there are not many tourists, and numerous natural parks, museums and other attractions work in the same way as in summer. There are warm clear days, southern trees bloom with colorful colors, and only the snow-capped peak of the Teide volcano reminds of winter.
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Outdoor enthusiasts gather in the Canary Islands in March. This is not surprising, because the weather is still quite comfortable for long walks. Cycling on mountain serpentines is also quite popular at this time. In general, a lot of active entertainment!
When visiting the Canary Islands, don’t forget to visit Tenerife. It is worth doing at least in order to see the magnificent Teide volcano with your own eyes. And even better, not just look at the top, standing at the foot, but climb there by cable car.
A cruise to Spain is not only a fashion show along the country’s Mediterranean coast, but also an opportunity to see the Canary Islands. They are far from Spain, but still they are an integral part of it. Having been there, you will understand everything yourself.
Holidays on the islands have a special aura and romanticism – palm trees, sand and the boundless ocean seem like a piece of paradise on Earth. The Canary Islands in March, August or November fully embody the highest ideas about luxury holidays. The same unforgettable impressions and emotions are guaranteed to you when buying tours to the Canary Islands in May. This wonderful corner attracts tourists all year round: despite its proximity to Africa, it can boast of a balanced and mild climate – you won’t find suffocating heat and torrential, endless tropical rains here, but warm water, fresh ocean breeze and gentle sun are provided – that’s why tours to the Canaries in April or May are never stale with us. Holidays in the Canary Islands in May provide an opportunity for all types of recreation – both active, such as windsurfing, and calm. If you like to bask on the sand or lie by the pool, then the Canary Islands in April will be the best option. Holidays in the Canaries in May are especially in demand among couples with children, since the climate of the islands does not cause problems with acclimatization, food and fruits are familiar to Europeans. The quality of service in the Canary Islands has long been the talk of the town, despite the fact that the prices for holidays in the Canary Islands in April are quite affordable. Holidays in the Canary Islands in March in Tenerife or Gran Canaria are very popular – the first is ideal for family holidays, and Gran Canaria for active leisure. There are various climatic zones in the Canaries – both more arid, artificially irrigated, and humid, the riot of nature of which is striking in splendor: tours to the Canaries in April are your chance to see it with your own eyes. Holidays in the Canary Islands in March are good because a pleasant pastime by the pool or the ocean can be combined with an excursion program and explore the surroundings of the island that you have chosen to stay. The temperature of the water in the ocean is about 20 degrees, air – 25 (these figures vary slightly from island to island). You will be warm and comfortable here, a quality tan is guaranteed if you purchase tours to the Canary Islands in March. You can’t call a beach holiday in the Canaries in March, but you can rent a car and drive around Tenerife from the heart, for example. This wonderful island, divided into 2 parts and differing in relief and weather in the north and south, is a great place for walking. Traveling and getting to know the local culture are the strengths of a holiday in the Canary Islands in April or March. Good hotels of the islands are equipped with excellent pools with purified sea water, so that those who want to splash in the sea water can fully satisfy their desire. Having bought tours to the Canary Islands in March, you can clarify all your questions with our managers. By purchasing tours to the Canary Islands in March at Sunrise Tour, you will always be sure of the excellent quality of service and responsible attitude to each client.
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90,000 climate and weather in Spain by month 2022, rainy season in Spain – NGS. Turism
Here you can find information about the weather in Spain by months: average air and water temperatures, average monthly rainfall.
The climate and weather in Spain varies greatly depending on which part of the country you are in. Conventionally, there are several climatic zones in Spain. This is the northern part of Spain, central and southeastern. The northern part of Spain has a rather mild climate with gentle winters. Summer, however, is also not particularly hot here. In general, everything is in moderation, both cold and hot. In the central part of Spain, the climate is the most severe. In winter it is cold and frosty, in summer, on the contrary, it is hot and dry. There is practically no rain. The southeastern part of Spain is characterized by a subtropical climate. It has hot summers without precipitation and warm winters. Overall The swimming season in Spain opens in May and ends only in September. The most peak months in every sense are from June to August. This also applies to air temperature, it reaches +32°C. At this time, there is also a high season: Europeans, as a rule, prefer August, in June-July there are more Russian tourists. The hottest climate is in the Canary Islands, where the air temperature rarely drops below +20°C. One of the most popular Canary Islands is Tenerife. Detailed description weather in Spain for months see below.
The Spanish winter is not capable of thirty-degree frosts and snowstorms. The weather in Spain in January is quite warm and mild. The average January air temperature ranges from +8 to +14. And in the Canary Islands it is even warmer, here it is always +20 and above! It is a little colder in the central part of the country, here it is only 5 degrees Celsius, sometimes the temperature rises to 10-13 degrees Celsius. Rains in winter in Spain…
The weather in Spain in February is the coldest and most changeable: sometimes the sun is shining, then suddenly it rains sharply, and it can even sprinkle with snow! The average temperature is 10-13 degrees Celsius. It rains a lot in Spain in February. However, in the Canary Islands, everything is also + 21 ° С.
It is coldest in the central and northwestern parts of Spain. Here the air is warmed up to only + 13-14 ° С. But in the southern part Spain weather
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Spain in March is the beginning of spring, the beginning of the renewal of nature. In March, everything around Spain begins to bloom, and the weather in Spain in March pleases with spring warmth. The air temperature rises to +17-19°С. In March, the weather in Spain brings more sun and less rain. It is still too early to open the swimming season, but in the Canary Islands in March the temperature already reaches +24°С, and the water temperature is +20°С…
April really warms up after the capricious winter months. The weather in April in Spain is mild and warm. The air warms up to +23°C. There is practically no rain in April, as a rule, in Spain in April it is dry, warm and sunny. On average, the water temperature still does not exceed + 15 ° C, but in Tenerife, Gran Canaria and the Canary Islands in April it is already quite possible to swim. The water temperature here is about + 22 ° С …
Spain this month will be remembered for its bright holidays, for example, on May 2, Madrid Day is celebrated – a very spectacular event. At this holiday you will be able to see the Spanish military parade with your own eyes. Undoubtedly, you will enjoy May Spain. And not only because mass holidays and fun await you.
The weather in Spain in May is hot and dry, and nothing else is needed!
In May in Spain you can see…
The weather in Spain in June is even hotter than in May. The temperature warms up to + 27 ° – + 29С . Grape plantations begin to bloom, from which the aroma that stretches through the Spanish streets is simply magnificent! Precipitation in Spain in July is infrequent. The rains are short lived. At this time, the water temperature rises to +22°С, but in the northern part of the country it is about +18-+20°С warm. Weather in June in Spain …
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July Spain will surely please you if you like hot weather. The weather in Spain in July is a combination of a great beach holiday with excursion programs. Indeed, in Spain there is something to see. Let’s get back to the weather. The thermometer reaches +30°C, and finally we can say with confidence that a full-fledged summer has come in Spain. The water in the sea is getting even warmer and reaches a temperature of…
The weather in Spain in August still indulges with hot days. The air temperature is kept at +30 +35°C. It is so hot in the cities of Spain that it becomes more difficult for local residents to work than usual. The night coolness saves from the heat, the air temperature drops to + 26 ° С. And, of course, mainly water refreshes. Its average temperature is +25°C. Coastal breeze…
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The weather in Spain in September allows you to have a great time! In September, it is still warm in summer, but the main flow of tourists has already “dispersed”, so you can enjoy a great vacation without the fuss and inconvenience. The average air temperature is kept at +28°С. The water in the sea is still kept at +24°C. Prices for holidays in Spain in September are already much lower. In almost all parts of the country…
Autumn – it’s autumn in Spain too! The weather in October in Spain is still warm, but not so predictable. In October, you can still afford a beach holiday in Spain, if it doesn’t rain. The air temperature rushes up and down, on average about + 20 + 25 ° С, and the water temperature is + 21 ° С. In the Canary Islands at this time the water temperature is the warmest (+23-+24°C). In October, there is no longer a sweltering heat, but the sun …
The end of summer doesn’t mean that Spain will be boring. Yes, the weather in Spain in November can no longer be called hot. However, November in Spain is the best time for sightseeing tours. In November, ticket prices are much lower compared to the summer period. At the same time, it is warm enough to make the rest comfortable. The average air temperature is +19°C, and the water temperature is +13°C. The swimming season is already closed…
The weather in December in Spain is, to put it mildly, not summer. The air temperature at this time of the year drops to +13°-+15°С, and the water cools down to +12°С. Tourists who especially want to continue the swimming season should go to the Canary Islands, but even there the water temperature is only +16 °C. But still, in December in Spain you will not get bored. In December, the Spaniards celebrate Christmas, so this…
Holidays in the Canary Islands in April. Tours to the Canary Islands in March Swim in the Canary Islands in April
The climate of the Canary Islands allows you to have a good time here almost at any time of the year. In the Canary Islands, there is neither too hot nor too cold weather.
April on the islands, like in Russia, is a spring month. True, the weather here is completely different – during the day the air heats up to +25 0 С and higher, and in the evening it rarely drops below +21 0 С. During the day it has quite a suitable temperature for swimming +21 0 С. after them the sun shines again. So, having arrived in the Canary Islands in April, you may well walk around the islands in a T-shirt and shorts – such clothes should definitely be in your wardrobe.
April is the season of discounts in the Canary Islands. They apply to flights and hotel stays. Therefore, an April holiday on the chic Canary beaches will cost you as cheap as ever. And this despite the fact that the swimming season can almost be considered open.
In addition to swimming, the April weather on the islands favors a variety of excursions, trips and walks. For example, a bike ride along the coast or a hiking tour to the Teide volcano, whose snow-capped peak is perhaps the only reminder that until recently it was winter in the Canaries. You can also go on a jeep safari. include Eagles Park, Monkey Park and Loro Park, with its wonderful animal shows.
In addition, Easter and Holy Week are celebrated. And these religious events are also celebrated here as a national holiday, with mass festivities, processions and concerts that will provide an excellent opportunity to get to know the local musical and dance traditions better.
Various museums and parks of the Canary Islands are already open in April in exactly the same mode as in summer. If it is still quite cool, then in April, excursions on sailboats and yachts are already in full swing by sea. By ordering such an excursion, you can get acquainted with the nature of the different islands of the Canary archipelago. Catamaran trips will be interesting for the whole family, especially if you manage to see dolphins, which are quite numerous here
Fishing enthusiasts can participate in the opening of the fishing season and try to catch blue marlin. And those who prefer to look at the marine life closer can try scuba diving. But, to be honest, +21 degrees is still a cool temperature for long dives.
So, having visited the Canary Islands in April, you will be able to find the kind of entertainment that will suit your soul and enjoy a real summer vacation, while in Russia spring is just beginning
This is one of the most delightful corners of our blue-eyed planet! The Canary Islands are the pearl of the Castilian crown in the past and the pride of modern Spain. A paradise for tourists, where the gentle sun always shines, and the sea (that is, it calls to plunge into transparent waves. It is not for nothing that tourists from all over the world dream of coming here, at least for a short time. After all, the Canary Islands are beautiful at any time of the year (the weather is almost
Canary Islands: composition
The islands, lost in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean, are of volcanic origin. But nevertheless, they amaze with their unique beauty and unique climate, recognized as the best on Earth. The archipelago consists of thirteen islands of different sizes. The main seven: Gran Canaria, Gomera, Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Hierro, La Palma and Lanzarote. Six more islets are small patches of land with peculiar landscapes. These are Graciosa, Roque del Este, Alegranza, Lobos, Montagna Clara, Roque del Oeste.
Toponymy of the islands
The first names of the Canaries reflected the attitude of people to this divine place. Greek and Roman manuscripts, compiled by the greatest minds of the time, called them the Happy Isles, the Garden of the Hesperides, Atlantis. At that time, the Guanches tribes lived here – tall white-skinned people, whose small settlements hid in caves and rocky shores. The inhabitants of the round houses fiercely resisted the Spanish colonizers in 1496.
Virtual trip (Lancerot, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria)
Let’s make a virtual trip and visit the Canary Islands, the weather by months will be discussed by us later. So, the first on the way is the island of Lanzarote, whose landscape resembles the surface of the moon and space panoramas. It is worth visiting if only to realize how rich the fantasy of nature is.
Fuerteventura attracts with the longest coastline and proximity to Africa. Perhaps that is why it is so reminiscent with its heat and golden dunes. Gran Canaria, like a small continent, has collected on its territory vegetation characteristic of both Europe and the Americas. In the central part of the island, granite mountains rise for two kilometers, cut by deep ravines and gorges.
Features Tenerife
Next, we invite you to visit Tenerife (Canary Islands). The weather here is always wonderful, for which the area is called the island of eternal spring. It is the largest in the archipelago and the most famous. It is notable for its majestic mountain range, black sands on the beaches and a giant extinct volcano. Cañadas del Teide has a height of two thousand meters, and the diameter of the crater is 20 kilometers. It is surrounded by a national park.
Gomera, La Palma and Hierro
Gomera is a mountainous and impregnable island. Steep precipitous coasts contrast sharply with the ocean surface. In the center, an emerald tent spread the Garajonay National Park. Hierro is a small, little-studied piece of land. But it is here that tourists rush who crave a relaxing holiday away from the hustle and bustle. Luxurious tropical nature and a bay of indescribable beauty open to the eye from the top of Malpaso, which rises in the middle. The last island is La Palma, which has very steep coasts, amazing mountain ranges and lush vegetation.
The climate of the archipelago
More and more tourists choose as a place Weather by months presented in this article will help you choose the best time for travel. The climate here is moderately hot, and the air temperature stays around twenty degrees Celsius all year round. A little colder only high in the mountains on Palma and Tenerife. Winters are warm and mild, summers are not hot, and precipitation is moderate. As a resort, the Canaries are attractive all year round.
It should be noted that the weather conditions on individual islands vary in the north and south. Take the Canary Islands for example. The weather in the north is more comfortable, there is more greenery and rainfall. The southern part is characterized by sunny dry days. The explanation for this is simple: clouds that carry moisture are heavy, so they cannot overcome obstacles in the form of high mountain peaks. So they shed rains mainly in the north. On the highest peaks of the archipelago, even in summer, despite the high air temperature, you can see a snow cap.
Water temperature
The Canary Islands will always allow their guests to swim. Weather by months (air and water) is predicted by specialists on the eve of the tourist season. They compile special tables that help you choose the best time for vacation.
The temperature of the water off the coast of the Canary Islands varies. For example, the southern and southwestern coasts of Hierro, Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Homer and Palma warm up better, so the sea here is always several degrees warmer than in the north and northeast. These parts of the land are cooled by the Canary Current and the trade winds. You can pay attention to this circumstance: the closer the island is to the shores of the Black Continent, the warmer the water in the ocean.
Canary Islands in winter
Winter in these places bears little resemblance to the snow season. In December, tourists like to come here to celebrate the New Year and Christmas in an unusual setting. Indeed, your favorite holidays can be spent not for snowballs and snowman modeling, but on the beach. At this time, you can swim (the water warms up to +21°C) and sunbathe. During the day the thermometer shows +23, and at night – +19. But if you are going to go high into the mountains, then you should definitely grab warm clothes. It is much colder there, in addition, there is snow on some slopes.
January continues the festive baton started in December. The bright Canarian sun generously endows tourists with a chocolate tan and warmth, which the inhabitants of the northern hemisphere miss. There is snow in the mountains of the archipelago, which will remind you that winter reigns in the yard. Therefore, when traveling, you should take warm sweaters, jackets and shoes. The water temperature in the sea is kept at around + 20 ° C, during the day the air warms up to +23, and at night it only cools down to +18.
Winter is a great time to visit the Canary Islands. The weather in February is comfortable, making a sharp contrast with the Russian latitudes, where blizzards, snowdrifts and twenty degrees of frost reign. On the Spanish island territory, you can take a deep breath of fresh air, sunbathe (during the day the temperature rises to +23 ° C), take a walk along the coast in the evening (at night the thermometer shows + 18 ° C). The water in the Atlantic Ocean, of course, is not the same as fresh milk, but + 20 ° C is also not bad.
An archipelago of paradise in spring
March is a good reason to visit the Canary Islands with your half. Every lady will be delighted with such a gift for International Women’s Day. In this month, as in all others, the sun does not skimp on the heat. Snowy peaks mostly get rid of the snow cap. But it is still cool in the mountainous regions of the archipelago, so experienced travelers are advised to stock up on warm clothes. The ocean beckons with transparent waves warmed up to +20°C. The air temperature during the day is +24, at night – +19.
The Canary Islands come alive and transform in spring. The weather in April is still wonderful. But tourists flock here for another reason. Airlines start the season of discounts, so the ticket is very cheap. Gorgeous beaches are filled with vacationers, because the temperature rises by several degrees. And what kind of atmosphere awaits those who have visited the Canary Islands? The weather in April is fresh and clean air mixed with the scent of flowers and a salty breeze. It is +25°C during the day and +20 at night. So pack your bags and hit the road!
The end of spring is the perfect time to visit the Canary Islands. The weather here in May is unusual. It may seem to the guests of the archipelago that the famous were created just to visit this piece of paradise. The purest air is filled with the intoxicating aroma of herbs and flowers and the salty taste of the sea. There is no sweltering heat: during the day the thermometer shows + 26 ° C, at night – +22. The water in the ocean warms up to +21.
Summer in the Canary Islands
This is the time for measured and calm rest. That is why people who crave a serene pastime choose the Canary Islands. The weather in June will give you the opportunity to get a fashionable bronze tan on the fashionable beaches with white and black sand. After all, the temperature here during the day reaches +28°C, and at night it drops only to +22. It is interesting that when coming here, you can not use burn creams – the sun is not dangerous here and does not burn at all. Turquoise waves of the ocean warm up to +23°C.
The weather in the Canary Islands is quite hot in July. But still it is comfortable and pleasant. Even Fuerteventura – an island that is very close to the African Sahara – will not tire you with the desert climate. Its dunes and dunes, formed due to the hot wind from the Black Continent, are cooled by the underwater currents of the ocean. The water still warms up to +23°C, during the day the air temperature is +29°C, at night – +24.
The peak of the holiday season, which lasts all year round, falls on the end of summer. This is the hottest time to visit the Canary Islands. The weather in August, despite the high air temperatures (+31°C during the day, +25°C at night), remains comfortable. This archipelago compares favorably with the currently arid Turkey, Greece and other southern states. The Atlantic Ocean warms up to + 24 ° C off the coast.
Golden autumn
The beginning of autumn is no reason to ignore the Canary Islands. The weather in September differs little from summer or spring, except for a change in temperature. The thermometer drops to +27°C during the day and +22°C at night. Water warms up to +23°C. It gets colder towards the end of the month, but it will still be enough for a tourist to take light clothes with him: T-shirts, shorts, skirts.
October will delight you with warm sun and really summer days. Indeed, at the height of the Canarian autumn, the temperature during the day is + 26 ° C, and at night – + 21 ° C. The water is still suitable for swimming (+ 24°C).
In November, tourists come to the Canary Islands, because it is still warm and sunny here, and the temperature drops only a few degrees (+24°C during the day, +20°C at night). Ocean waves warm up to + 23°C, so you can swim, scuba dive, do water sports and have fun to the fullest.
Attractions of the islands
Visiting the Canary archipelago, you can not worry about the cultural and entertainment program. In addition to lazy lying on the sea coast, there is an opportunity to go on exciting excursions and boat trips, scuba dive and visit the mountains, learn the history of the islands from the architectural masterpieces of the past. Natural wonders in the form of national parks, reserves, picturesque gorges and small canyons will not leave anyone indifferent. Be sure to visit the cliffs of the Giants and the mountains of Anaga, Hell’s Gorge and Teide Park, Loro Park and Timanfaya. The pyramids in Guimard, the water park, the El Diablo restaurant on a sleeping volcano, the Cactus Garden are also worthy of your attention.
Visit the Canary Islands, treat yourself to a real fairy tale!
With the advent of April, the warmth and the sun are asserting even more and more confidently. Sunny days are getting longer, and air and ocean temperatures are rising. However, this does not make the weather in the Canary Islands hot, and the sun annoying.
The local weather in April will be happy to please the guests who have come here, who are already yearning for the sun, warmth and spring colors. Warm water in the ocean will provide all tourists with the opportunity to refresh themselves, and the bright spring sun will generously share a bronze tan.
The air temperature on all the islands stays within the high spring limits, but still it is cooler on some islands, warmer on others. On average, daily temperature fluctuates between +20…+24 degrees. Night temperatures are within +14…+18 degrees. The water temperature in the ocean is +18…+21 degrees.
The weather in the Canary Islands in April is also characterized by an almost complete absence of precipitation, and lengthening sunny days. Which, of course, will please everyone who is not indifferent to the sun, the sun, which is still very few in the middle of spring. Such weather will be an excellent way out for those who are tired of waiting for spring, which for some reason is in no hurry to come to the northern latitudes.
Tenerife is the warmest Spanish resort located in the Atlantic Ocean in the Canary Islands. In its open spaces, the weather is pleasant all year round, and the temperature of the air and water allows you to spend your entire vacation on the coast. The weather in Tenerife in April will pamper vacationers with pleasant indicators.
What is the weather like in April in Tenerife?
It is not for nothing that Tenerife is considered a great place to relax in. This month, fabulous weather is observed on the coast – the air gradually begins to warm up to slightly higher temperatures.
Air and water temperature
With the onset of April, Tenerife really sets in spring weather . During the day, tourists are pleased with clear skies and high temperatures. Already at the beginning of the month, the temperature rises to +20°C throughout the island, and up to +22°C in some resorts.
The warmest conditions are observed on the southern coast – in the daytime the air warms up to +25 degrees.
It is worth noting that in early April after sunset the air is is cooling down to +17 degrees, but by the end of the month the difference between day and night temperatures is almost imperceptible. Often after sunset, the thermometer drops by only 2-4 degrees. The wind during this period almost does not interfere with rest – compared to the previous month, its gusts are not so noticeable.
Slightly cooler and windier on the north coast – daytime temperatures do not exceed +20°C. But the skies continue to be clear, allowing tourists to combine oceanfront walks, shopping and sightseeing. The average temperature of air and water in the sea in April allows you to be outside without worrying about weather conditions.
To determine the time to visit the island, read about the weather in Tenerife by months.
At resorts Tenerife April temperatures are as follows:
La Orotava
Candelaria – during the day – + 20 ° C, at night – + 17 ° C;
Granadilla de Abona – during the day – + 21 ° C, at night – + 17 ° C;
Icod de los Vinos – during the day – + 21 ° C, at night – + 17 ° C;
Santa Cruz de la Palma – during the day – + 18 ° C, at night – + 17 ° C;
Playa de Las Americas – during the day – + 23 ° C, at night – + 18 ° C;
Costa Adeje – during the day – + 22 ° C, at night – + 18 ° C.
Average water temperature in the ocean in early April is +18°C, but by the end of the month it warms up to +20°C.
Weather conditions in Gran Canaria
No less pleasant conditions for recreation are observed on the neighboring island – Gran Canaria (). During this period, the number of sunny and clear days reaches 28, and only 3 rainy days.
At night the air temperature drops to +18°C. It is quite comfortable for those who prefer walking and relaxing in the dark. The water temperature in early April warms up to +20°C, at the end – up to +22 degrees. holiday season will only open at , so getting into the water is not recommended.
Spring holidays
Tenerife is beautiful in April – everything around blooms and blooms, and the abundance of various opportunities for recreation makes the rest as interesting as possible.
Read all about flights to Tenerife from the Russian Federation in.
How to dress?
The high temperatures that are observed in the resorts of Tenerife in April, allow tourists to limit themselves to light summer clothes and open shoes. If the trip is planned for the beginning of the month, then you should take with you things that will not allow you to freeze in the evenings. At the end of April, a hat will come in handy, saving from the scorching rays of the sun.
The absence of the opportunity to swim in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean does not negate the fact that you can take a vacation with you swimsuit . Many hotels offer guests indoor swimming pools filled with sea or running water.
What fruits ripen?
In local hotels, cafes and restaurants, as a rule, fruits are imported, so to enjoy fruits grown on farms, it is better to go to markets . It is better to visit market sites in the morning to catch the widest possible choice.
Banana and grape plantations cover a fairly large part of the island , so there is never a shortage of these fruits. Avocados and papaya are grown on the same plantations.
In April you can already enjoy strawberries and nispero , which looks like an ordinary plum, only yellow.
Where is the best place to relax?
To make the most of your holiday in April, you should choose the southern resorts of Tenerife, such as Playa de Las Americas .
This part of the coast is created for unforgettable holidays – on its territory there is a large selection of a wide variety of hotels, from budget options to luxurious luxury categories.
In addition, there are many shops and cafes nearby, as well as iconic sights of the resort.
What to do this month?
Thanks to the beautiful weather – sunny days and the absence of heat, tourists enjoy walks along the coast and the beach, as well as many other opportunities that are available during this period.
Beach holidays – is it possible to swim?
The entire coast of Tenerife is luxurious beaches covered with golden or black volcanic sand. Walking along them is an exceptional pleasure, and the opportunity to get a tan while sunbathing is quite real.
If the choice fell on Playa de Las Americas, then the absence of water procedures can be replaced by for exciting boat trips on yachts or catamarans, deep sea fishing, extreme jet skiing, as well as recreation in water parks.
Excursions and entertainment
For many tourists, Tenerife resembles a tourist country in miniature. The island has everything for a rich and educational holiday. During the daytime, excursions are available to natural :
Teide volcano ;
Sheer cliffs in Los Gigantes ;
Laurel forests ;
Loro Park .
If you are interested in architectural monuments, then you can go to the ancient city of the pyramids Guimar , located in the south of Tenerife, or visit La Orotava, the city that the Spaniards founded here.
In addition, golf, diving, go-karting, fishing and surfing are available on the island in April, as well as nightlife activities such as casinos, discos and nightclubs.
Holidays and festivals
The main holiday in April in Tenerife, which everyone celebrates – Easter . Local residents prepare for this important event in advance, and on the day of its celebration, religious processions are organized all over the island.
See in this video what the weather is like in Tenerife in April:
With the advent of April, warmth and sun are even more confident. Sunny days are getting longer, and air and ocean temperatures are rising. However, this does not make the weather in the Canary Islands hot, and the sun annoying.
The local weather in April will be happy to please the guests who have come here, who are already yearning for the sun, warmth and spring colors. Warm water in the ocean will provide all tourists with the opportunity to refresh themselves, and the bright spring sun will generously share a bronze tan.
The air temperature on all the islands is kept within the high spring limits, but still it is cooler on some islands, warmer on others. On average, daily temperature fluctuates between +20…+24 degrees. Night temperatures are within +14…+18 degrees. The water temperature in the ocean is +18…+21 degrees.
The weather in the Canary Islands in April is also characterized by an almost complete absence of precipitation, and lengthening sunny days. Which, of course, will please everyone who is not indifferent to the sun, the sun, which is still very few in the middle of spring. Such weather will be an excellent way out for those who are tired of waiting for spring, which for some reason is in no hurry to come to the northern latitudes.
Bright holidays and wonderful weather in Spain in April. Spain in April
Traditionally, summer is considered the best time for a holiday. This statement is completely refuted by tourists who visited Spain in the spring. Having returned from tours, having not yet squandered the enthusiasm accumulated during the tour through the country of bullfights and fearless matadors, they are happy to share their impressions of the trip in social networks and forums. Sometimes tourist reviews become the best guide for potential travelers who have gathered to find out what it is – Spain in April. This amazing country, which gave the world Cervantes, Antonio Banderas, Salvador Dali, Diego Velasquez, Pablo Picasso and Penelope Cruz, thousands of brilliant people, meets every hour new visitors.
April air and water temperature
Despite its small size, it is a country where the weather depends on the region. On the coast of the Iberian Peninsula, a mild Mediterranean climate prevails. The sea is a kind of shield from bad weather – it never freezes. In April, the water temperature in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Malaga reaches + 16 + 17 ° С: there are tourists swimming at this time too!
The weather in Spain in April in the south of the country, on the Canary Islands is milder: the temperature reaches +21°C. The Pyrenees are cooler. During the day the air warms up to +15°С, at night it cools down to +8°С. The amount of rainfall at the beginning of the month gradually decreases towards May, when the air in Madrid and Barcelona is already so hot that older Spaniards take out their umbrellas … from the sun!
If you are going to Ibiza, take with you not only a bathing suit, but also a warm jumper. You will need it after you go ashore, having bathed in cool (about +16°С) water.
The second largest (after France) European country, perhaps far surpasses its neighbor in popularity. Tours in Spain offer various directions – thematic, historical, mountain routes, resort, youth, family.
Ticket prices in spring are 20-30% lower than in the “High” summer season. Tours to Madrid and Barcelona are chosen by older couples and novice travelers. Bullfighting fans gather here – a spectacle, of course, unique, but sometimes amazing in its cruelty.
The main cities of the country are visited by history buffs – admirers of architectural monuments. Unlike “organized” tourists who know exactly what excursions await them during a week or two spent in Spain, “savages” have a lot of advantages. They choose the route and transport themselves. Experienced travelers rent a car for this (if they themselves did not come in their own car) or even a bicycle.
In April, the weather is still cool throughout the country, so the resorts of the country (Malaga, Mallorca, Canary Islands, Tenerife) are not as popular in spring as in June-August. Among the most interesting places recommended by the “pilgrims” who have been here, Madrid, Barcelona, Toledo, Seville are in the lead.
What is worth seeing in Madrid?
After sightseeing tours around the capital, visiting Catholic churches, churches, monuments to celebrities, young people can “break away” in Madrid clubs. Disco Gabana (in the Salamanca area) is one of the most grandiose. “Pacha” – a popular metropolitan disco – not just “dancing until you drop”, but also thematic events, contests, DJ performances.
Gran Via is famous for the strip clubs Chelsea Cabaret, Art boys and New Girls Cabaret. For lovers of refined leisure and “national” flamenco spectacles, Villa Rosa and Corral de Moreria are the best choice.
Flamenco shows are held in restaurants and on the streets of Madrid, but here you will feel the real atmosphere of the “Heart of Spain”. On the 20th of April, the Feast of the Moors and Christians takes place. Theatrical battles of “Christians” and “Moors” are unfolding on the streets, continuing from April 21 to 25.
Romantics who come here in the spring will also be in for a surprise: the Spaniards celebrate San Jordi, St. George’s Day and All Lovers’ Day, on April 23rd!
Visit to Barcelona
As a rule, acquaintance with Barcelona for the “April” tourist takes place as part of a general, familiarization tour around the country. The exceptions are “savages” and people who come here for a specific purpose: to friends, relatives, business partners. At the same time, each of the visitors to the city definitely goes to the Sagrada Familia – a fantastic building in its beauty in the Art Nouveau and Neo-Gothic styles. From the outside, the temple looks more like a castle from a fantasy movie: the only thing missing is the dragons circling above the soaring spiers.
Barcelona is a real world of sculptures. You don’t have to buy tickets to museums: still join the Spanish culture! The beauty of a naked body in marble and granite awaits you in the parks and alleys of the city. Among the museums you will like the Maritime and CosmoCaixa (museum of space and stars). Football fans will not pass by the doors to the FC Barcelona Museum.
Spain is one of those countries that are perfect for a year-round holiday. But spring … Spring in Spain is a soft gentle sun, clear clean air and the time of flowering of amazing plants. The whole country seems to be dressed in new, bright clothes and appears before the arriving guests in all its glory. If you are a fan of sightseeing holidays, then the best time to visit Spain is April and May.
Weather
Air temperature
Costa Brava +15..+19 (20 sunny days, 3 rainy)
Barcelona +15..+20 (20, 4)
Ibiza +18..+21 (23, 3)
Mallorca +16..+21 (22, 3)
Valencia +17..+22 (22, 3)
Malaga +17..+24 (26, 2)
Water temperature
Costa Brava +13..+15
Barcelona +14..+16
Ibiza +15..+16
Mallorca +15. .+17
Valencia +14..+16
Malaga +14..+16
April is considered a tasty morsel for those who love sightseeing tourism. Therefore, many tourists prefer the Spanish coast rich in sights or Madrid to the Cote d’Azur. In April, the coast and the Balearic Islands have typical spring weather. The main difference between the Spanish spring and the usual one for our eyes is the sun, which creates a pleasant atmosphere for walks and excursions. In April in Spain, on average, there are only 3-4 frankly rainy days, which for the most part occur in the first half of the month.
But swimming in the middle of spring is out of the question even in the very south of the country, where the water is usually 1-2 degrees warmer than in the coastal waters of the Costa Brava. In general, swimming is rather problematic in April, as there are not so many hotels with a large territory where an indoor pool could be placed, and many hotels do not hold outdoor pools during the low beach season. And will you have time to swim if you are going on a sightseeing vacation?
Prices for air tickets
Despite the fact that April is not considered the peak season in Spain, it is in this month that the average price of an air ticket from Russia reaches its peak. This phenomenon can be explained by the abundance of Spanish holidays in April, the beauty of the local nature and, of course, a huge excursion program that attracts many tourists from all over the world who are looking for where to go after a long winter. The form below will help you find a better offer.
What the country has to offer
In April, flowering is in full swing, the evenings become almost summer-like warm. The average temperature in the April day in the country is kept at around 20 degrees, at night it can drop to 10 degrees Celsius. In the Canary Islands, the air temperature is usually 2-3 degrees higher than the average temperature for the country. The water temperature in April in Spain is still not too high – 16-17 degrees, but the most daring tourists are already ready to open the swimming season.
The first tourists come here to rest in early spring. In April, the number of incoming guests increases sharply, but it is still far from the summer scale. So, it’s safe to say that April is one of the best months of the year to visit Spain.
Holidays in Spain can be very diverse – it all depends on the tastes and preferences of tourists. It can be a family or youth vacation, children’s language or health camps, sightseeing or combined tours. April traditionally starts
season of wedding and romantic tours. At this wonderful time of the year, almost any resort in Spain is suitable for a romantic getaway – the beaches are still half empty, and there is a quiet and peaceful atmosphere around, which is the best suited for lovers.
Walking the streets of Madrid, Valencia or Barcelona is a pleasure. The balconies of the houses are decorated with delightfully bright decorative flowers. And for sightseeing, April is one of the best months, because the peak season has not yet arrived, and there is a huge number of offers to choose from. In addition, April is rich in holidays. The most significant of them is, of course, the Catholic Easter. But St. George’s Day is a real miracle. This holiday is an analogue of Valentine’s Day, and is celebrated on a grand scale – in Barcelona on this day, the streets are literally strewn with roses. When it gets dark, exciting costumed dragon fights take place.
Holidays on the wonderful sea coast and various excursions – this is not all that Spain can offer its guests in April. A real gift for the whole family can be a visit to one of the country’s thermal spas. One of the best, Marina d’Or, is located 45 minutes from Valencia and offers both healing and wellness programs. After the winter cold, women visiting Marina d’Or will be able to pamper themselves with cleansing and weight loss programs, as well as anti-cellulite and anti-stress programs . It offers a variety of fragrant pools – with the scent of mandarin, apple, lemon or peach.
Spain offers modern tourists beach, sightseeing, active and cultural holidays. In April, it is already very warm here – the best time to travel around the Spanish provinces in search of something interesting.
Tours to Spain are an excellent choice among European countries for those who want not only to bask on the beach and walk along the clean streets, but also to get acquainted with the culture of the country. Spain is famous for its artists, writers, architects, actors and dancers. To get to know this country better and literally “look” into its soul, you need to try to get to one of the interesting national holidays. In April, several very curious ones are celebrated – by participating in the celebration, you will gain impressions for the whole year ahead.
Holidays and festivals in Spain in April
April 14-20 – Semana Santa. Holy Week in Spain celebrates Semana Santa, a curious national holiday. Representatives of religious brotherhoods in pointed hats take to the city streets. They bring out pasos – richly decorated sculptural compositions based on biblical scenes. Many tourists come to watch the procession.
April 23 – San Jordi, Valentine’s Day. Vibrant festivities take place throughout Spain. Barcelona is strewn with scarlet roses – symbols of love. The date was not chosen by chance, it is closely associated with William Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes, the authors of some of the most heartbreaking love stories. Girls and women receive roses as a gift both from their chosen ones and from random passers-by who admire their beauty. Also on this day, the “Battle with the Dragon” is arranged, the main characters of which are St. George and the dragon that will be defeated. The bright fire show attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world.
Time difference with Moscow
Time difference between Moscow and Spain is -2 hours.
Weather in Spain in April
Daytime temperature +17 °C, night temperature +8 °C, sea water +17 °C.
Spain constantly receives a huge number of people from Europe, despite the weather.
April in Spain is enjoyed by both locals and numerous tourists. The swimming season does not yet open this month, but the active flowering of the gardens begins. The magnificent April nature in Spain enchants with its beauty. Enjoying the views and sights does not interfere with intense heat, and precipitation becomes short-lived. What does April look like in Spain?
April in Spain
It hardly rains in the north and west of the Spanish state. The central regions are still suffering a little from short-lived but heavy downpours. The southern resorts are finally gaining stability in the weather, and there is more sun than cloudy days and winds.
In Madrid, the temperature fluctuates around 18 degrees. It is quite cool at night in the central regions: up to 10 degrees above zero.
In Seville at night it can be up to 12 degrees Celsius, during the day the air is heated up to 22 degrees. Precipitation falls up to 44 mm per month. In the east of the country in general, as well as in Valencia in particular, there are up to 18 sunny days without any precipitation.
In the Costa Blanca in April, a beach holiday is not possible for the reason that in this region, even during the day, it is never warmer than 17 degrees. Nighttime temperatures greatly cool the water on the coast, and the swimming season is postponed until the beginning of summer.
In the first days of the month, all of Spain begins to celebrate Easter. The holiday is preceded by cheerful and colorful fairs, small festivals, solemn services in Catholic churches.
Due to the increased solar activity, when traveling to Spain in April, you need to take sunscreen, panama and glasses with you, as it is quite easy to get sunburned under the Spanish sun this month. Warm clothes are also useful for evening walks, because in some parts of the country the nights are still cold.
Water temperature in Spain in April
The Mediterranean Sea near the southern and eastern islands of Spain and on the coast heats up to 18 degrees Celsius. The water area of the northern resorts is heated only up to 16 degrees. On all the beaches of the country, active preparations for the tourist season begin. Consider the weather conditions of April in Spain in more detail:
Region
Temp. afternoon
Temp. at night
Water °C
Rainfall mm
Madrid
16
11
–
45
Seville
19
12-14
–
67
Palma de Mallorca
19
14
17
29
Valencia
20
15
18
27
Zaragoza
17
11
–
–
Barcelona
19
14
18
46
Girona
18
12
–
–
Bilbao
16
13
–
–
Alicante
20
16
17
40
Figueres
19
12
–
–
Spain is one of the most interesting tourist destinations, designed for a fascinating acquaintance with ancient sights, immersion in a unique atmosphere of cultural and active recreation. The weather in Spain in April will allow you to enjoy it to the fullest.
What is the weather like in April in Spain?
At coast Spain, in such significant resorts as the Costa Brava, Salou, and the Costa Dorada, in early April the air temperature is + 17-18 degrees, but at the end of the month it becomes a little warmer on the coast. Sea water in this region is not yet suitable for swimming – it barely warms up to + 17-18 degrees.
At island resorts countries air and water temperature is slightly different:
Ibiza – +18°C during the day, +18°C at night, water temperature +17°C;
Mallorca – +20°C during the day, +10°C at night, water temperature +17°C;
Menorca – day +19°C, night +16°C, water temperature +19°C;
– day +25°C, night +16°C, water temperature +19°C.
In general, this weather is not suitable for a beach holiday, but it is optimal for walking along the beaches, as well as for exciting excursions around the country.
Weather conditions
Heavy rain and wind ended in Spain is still in, and in April, beautiful spring weather reigns throughout the country. In the daytime, the sun warms the air to a comfortable temperature, but without the very tiring heat that will be typical for the next month.
The most humid region is the north-eastern part of the country . Precipitation is observed here, which falls no more than 7-9 times a month. For this reason, many tourists flock to the south to relax where dry and clear weather prevails.
April vacation
When planning a trip to Spain in April, you should not worry about bad weather, and also that it will be boring here during your trip. In every city there are a lot of places where you can have a good time, spending it on something interesting.
Pros and cons
The main advantage of the weather in April is no wind and precipitation. During the daytime, it is so pleasant to be here that you can constantly alternate between beach holidays, gastronomic tours, shopping and sightseeing programs.
During this period, ferries from the mainland of Spain to the Canary and Balearic archipelago begin to run, which will allow tourists to reach the warmest resort in the country – Tenerife .
On especially sunny days, the water in the sea warms up so well that you can afford a beach holiday.
Separately, it is worth noting that low prices for vacation in April. Since the holiday season in the country opens only in May, tourists have the opportunity to book a hotel and tours at an attractive cost. At the same time, all the sights and museums of the country are open as usual, so this vacation promises to be eventful and interesting.
How to dress?
If during the daytime the air warms up so well that you can walk down the street in light clothing and comfortable shoes , and also take a swimsuit and sunglasses with you on a trip, it gets pretty chilly at night. In order not to freeze during the evening promenade, it is worth packing a light sweater or windbreaker in your suitcase.
Where to go?
If you want more warmth and pleasant sensations in April, then you should go to island resorts Spain – to any of, such as Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote. In this region, even in winter, there is resort weather, and in April the air warms up so well that you can devote your vacation to a beach holiday, as well as exploring various attractions.
What to do this month?
Regardless of the season, Spain and its many resorts, as well as the holiday feeling in every city, attract tourists from all over the world, giving them the opportunity to have a very pleasant holiday.
Beach holiday – is it possible to swim?
The coast of Spain is full of the most diverse beaches, designed for those who want to spend time on a budget, but with taste, sunbathing under the gentle rays of the sun, surrounded by the gentle waves of the Mediterranean Sea. The water temperature in April is not suitable for diving, but this does not stop tourists who decide to get a spring tan .
For a beach holiday it is worth going to Tenerife beaches :
Playa del Duque ;
Playa de las Vitas ;
El Bollullo ;
Playa Jardin ;
Playa del Medano .
In this region, the water temperature already at the beginning of the month warms up to +19 degrees, for this reason, some tourists decide on water procedures .
Excursions and entertainment
The most attractive for excursions in April – Madrid and Barcelona . In these ancient cities there is an incredible number of historical and cultural monuments, as well as the most modern facilities that have managed to earn the attention of tourists.
In Madrid, it is worth visiting the historic district, the Royal Palace and the Prado Museum, and in Barcelona – the heritage of the great Gaudí, as well as the Picasso Museum.
Holidays and festivals
Spain celebrates bright holidays every month, and in April the main event in this country is Easter .
Where to stay in Gran Canaria?. If you’re visiting this spectacular island don’t miss our guide about the best places to stay in Gran Canaria!! Let us help you decide what is the best city or beach resort for you.
Gran Canaria is like a continent in miniature. This third biggest island of the Canaries is where half of the archipelago’s population lives. The variety of terrain contained in the island constantly astounds visitors. This ranges from the green north of the island to the desert southern part and lush mountains in between.
The island offers as many as four seasons in a single day thanks to its coastal and hilly microclimates. It all combines to ensure that there is no shortage of best areas to stay in Gran Canaria.
Gran Canaria remains an incredible destination for families thanks in no small part to its over 37 miles (60 km) of beaches and the island’s western Biosphere Reserve. There is enough to do so that each day is fun-filled.
Some of these activities include walking in pine forests, watching whales, strolling though shopping avenues, enjoying a day at the water park, going to museums, and sunning on the gorgeous beaches.
The island is sure to keep your blood pumping with such variety as water sports, cycling, and hiking. The capital Las Palmas is both historic and cosmopolitan. It will satisfy culture lovers of all kinds.
Nature is a huge draw on Gran Canaria. One quarter of the coast is covered in sandy beaches. These are continuously covered in a delightful energy-giving sunshine. The UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve covers a one of a kind Macaronesian flora, volcanic vistas, and vast pine forests.
Culture fans should try to come in Carnival season. Gran Canaria offers the fantastic Spanish festival for a full three weeks. This event is so highly anticipated and celebrated that it rivals Rio de Janeiro’s celebration for vibrancy and energy.
This time of year sees many of the best places to stay in Gran Canaria fully booked.
Table of Contents
The island has many great choices of neighborhoods and areas you can choose from as a visitor. We look at some of these in more detail below.
1. Maspalomas, where to stay in Gran Canaria for your first time
Maspalomas has earned its reputation as among the most family centered locales for where to stay in Gran Canaria. Besides hotels catering to people with children, there are also villas to rent that overlook the island’s beautiful beaches.
The sand dunes are the biggest draw to this part of the island. These dunes are protected and look like the Sahara Desert sands. Children will spend hours in happily climbing up one side and rolling down the other.
The town has more than long and safe beaches to offer families. It has positioned itself ideally for catering to family tourists. Amenities include supermarkets, shops, kiosks, and many different international and Spanish restaurants.
Maspalomas also boasts a few theme parks close by the town. Holiday World offers traditional amusement park attractions such as roller coasters, a Ferris wheel, and bumper cars. Aqualand Maspalomas is more fun for those who love exciting thrills.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN MASPALOMAS
($$$)Hotel Riu Palace Oasis
($$) Club Maspalomas Suites & Spa – Adults Only
($)Palm Oasis Maspalomas
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2. Playa del Inglés, best place to stay in Gran Canaria for nightlife
Playa del Inglés translates literally to the English Beach. Including adjacent resorts Maspalomas and San Agustín, it has the distinction of being the largest holiday complex in the whole of Spain.
Playa del Inglés offers typical fun in the sun with enormous high-rise styled hotels, fast food restaurants, and shopping malls. This resort dates back to the 1960’s. It was constructed on what had been barren land up to that point. Today its reputation extends throughout all of Europe as a tourist mega center.
Restaurants extend to much more than just traditional fast food here. Bounded by several Indian bazaars (selling all manner of goods) are an endless range of restaurants serving from the traditional breakfasts of half a dozen nations to international dishes of all types.
Playa del Inglés is the go-to place for enormous commercial centers. The largest two of these are the Kasbah (found in Plaza del Teide) and Yumbo Centrum by the Tourism Office. There are an endless variety of shops and boutiques offered here.
The town is also one of the three best nightlife centers in Gran Canaria, along with Maspalomas and Puerto Rico. The nightlife here is not found in traditional clubs but instead in shopping centers. These centers become enormous night clubs after dark.
The most popular places to party here are Kasbah, Yumbo, and Plaza. Among the most famous nightclubs on earth is located here in Pacha Gran Canaria. This club is active with events yearlong. Some of these parties require tickets for you to enter.
Playa del Inglés is clearly one of the best places to stay in Gran Canaria for wild nightlife.
This resort offers a variety of hotels for couples and groups. There are four star choices on down to more budget friendly options. With all of its attractions, it is not the least expensive place to stay on Gran Canaria.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN PLAYA DEL INGLES
($$$) Bohemia Suites & Spa – Adults Only
($$) Hotel Parque Tropical
($) BULL Escorial & SPA
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3. Meloneras, where to stay in Gran Canaria for a luxury holiday
For individuals who prefer higher-end resorts that are both sophisticated and chic, Gran Canaria offers Meloneras. This resort town is ideally situated near the party resorts of Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas, but it is more upscale.
Found along the south coast, the resort has recently enjoyed a substantial refurbishing that has turned it into an impressive destination. Luxury and affluence are evident everywhere here with a stylish flair that is not overdone.
Meloneras boasts countless jewelers, expensive boutiques, and designer shops. For lovers of retail shopping and fine dining, it is a perfect match.
Here you can choose from cafes, restaurants, bars, and shopping centers lining the promenade. They provide dining choices from around the globe. International cuisine is complemented by incomparable sunsets.
Meloneras also offers an excellent sandy beach. This ideal location in which to sunbathe features a peaceful setting in crystal clear Atlantic waters.
Local visitors come to enjoy this spot from around the island because of the peace and quiet it provides. They are the ones who know which beaches are most worthwhile on Gran Canaria.
After dark, Meloneras proves again why it is one of the best places to stay in Gran Canaria. The nightlife is not as wild here, but it does offer excellent venues for live music and enjoying a cocktail while watching the sun set.
The neighborhood provides nightlife for the more discriminating crowd. Among the most popular venues here is the casino. After a night spent playing black jack or wagering on the roulette wheel, you can take in their famed Legends Cabaret Show.
Some of the best hotels in Gran Canaria are located here. Resorts here are replete with grandeur. This complex is big on four and five star choices. Most are both inspiring and palatial structures. A great number of them offer best in class food provided by among the finest chefs on all of Gran Canaria.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN GRAN CANARIA IN MELONERAS
($$$) Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia – Gran Lujo
($$) Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort & Spa
($$) Suites & Villas by Dunas
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READ ALSO: Best things to do in Gran Canaria
4.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, where to stay in Gran Canaria for sightseeing
The capital of the exciting island is Las Palmas. This is definitely where to stay in Gran Canaria if you are looking for culture and local traditions. This capital city has gained the distinction of having the best climate for a city anywhere.
Besides dependable, fantastic weather year round, it offers many sites to see. It is also a perfect base from which to enjoy the neighboring villages and towns.
The city’s historic district is called La Vegueta. Walking down the streets of Las Palmas, you will see architecture dating back to the colonial era. The Museo Casa de Colon is the site where Christopher Columbus stayed when he visited Gran Canaria.
There is also the awe-inspiring Cathedral of St. Anne that is well worth a visit. You can spend several hours going through the Canary Museum to understand the basis of the culture of the Canaries.
Triana is another of the city’s oldest sections. This is a great spot for enjoying local specialties from the pubs. “Papas arrugadas” is one you should try. In these sections of the old town, you can appreciate the history filled houses that date back to the1100’s.
If you are looking for nightlife, Las Palmas does not disappoint. The island’s biggest city serves up a varied assortment of restaurants, clubs, and bars. A range of discotheques pack in crowds of students, locals, and tourists each night.
Besides the typical bars, you will see Irish pubs, fashionable clubs, and music concerts. Some of the rooftop bars occupying the highest buildings in Las Palmas provide fantastic panoramic vistas.
Playa Las Canteras is located in this city. It has the distinction of being awarded the title best city beach on earth. This stems from it receiving more good weather days than any other spot on the planet.
Another advantage that helped it to win this honor is that it lacks the air pollution of other large cities containing beaches.
Playa Las Canteras is still large enough to feel natural and wild. This is despite the fact that it is found in the middle of the city. The beach’s south side does not have a reef. This makes the waves good enough to surf on practically every day.
Kitesurfers and windsurfers find the beach ideal because of these nearly perfect weather conditions and the absence of perilous rip tides. These surfers find this to be among the most ideal areas to stay in Gran Canaria.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN LAS PALMAS
($$$)Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel 5*GL
($$)BULL Reina Isabel & SPA
($) Hotel Ciudad del Mar
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5. Puerto Rico, where to stay in Gran Canaria for families
Gran Canaria’s Puerto Rico lies along the island’s south west. This is another of the resorts that is most family friendly on Gran Canaria.The beach Playa Amadores is artificial, with sand brought in from the Sahara Desert.
It remains among the most cherished spots for beach days out with the children. Younger swimmers and toddlers are well served by the beach’s calmer waters and soft sand.
There are also a number of restaurants and bars here alongside the family friendly amenities. Older aged children will love the many water sports offered.
The whole family can take a boat excursion to look for whales and dolphins enjoying their own natural habitats.
Before it became a hot destination for families, Puerto Rico was a little fishing port. Its location along the south coast helped it to develop along with neighboring popular resorts. Nowadays, it centers on a beautiful promenade, but it still retains its incomparable natural setting in a valley.
Visitors here enjoy strolling down this promenade and perusing the many cafes, restaurants, and bars that line it. It is an excellent place to stop for good food and refreshing drinks or to visit some of the shops around the locale.
Playa de Puerto Rico is justifiably famous for being among the sunniest places on Gran Canaria. This draws people to the calm beach with its crystal clear waters year round.
Thanks to the wide range of water sports that range from windsurfing to jet skis, visitors of all ages will find something to keep them entertained on this memorable beach.
The hotels in Puerto Rico include a number of excellent four star locations. Most of these are situated with incomparable views of either the sea or the town’s postcard perfect marina. Expensive boats line the marina.
The town also features a well-known sailing club and center. Members of this club have gained international acclaim. This includes winning five gold medals at the Olympics.
Deep sea fishing is hugely popular here as well. The fisherman leaving from this port have gained over 50 world records.
For leisure offerings, there is no shortage to pick from in Puerto Rico. Pleasure crafts take visitors up and down the coast, on glass bottom boat excursions to enjoy the underwater views, and on dolphin watching cruises. Many visitors come to stay here to enjoy these attractions.
Just a little distance on foot from the marina is the Atlantida water park. This theme park delivers both thrilling rides and exciting water slides. Its location adjacent to the Puerto Rico Shopping Center helps it to be even more popular with visiting families.
After a day at the water park, families have choices at the shopping center including fast food restaurants, bars, shops, and a disco.
It is only a five minute drive from here to the nearest golf course found in Mogán. The island’s south offers a number of such courses from which golfing enthusiasts can choose.
With all of these varied attractions, it is no mystery why so many people love Puerto Rico. They have beaches, dependable sunshine, incredible scenery, rocking nightlife, and a plethora of attractions offered alongside upper-scale accommodation choices.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN PUERTO RICO
($$$) Gloria Palace Royal Hotel & Spa
($$) Marina Suites Gran Canaria
($) Apartamentos Florida Gran Canaria Adults Only
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6. Puerto de Mogán, charming fishing village
Puerto de Mogán is lovingly referred to as Gran Canaria’s Little Venice. It has achieved this nickname because of the many canals in town that provide a link from the harbor to the marina.
The town is still a working fishing village with a great deal of charming narrow streets, complete with authentic character and color.
It is easy to find a restaurant here with a romantic view of the marina to enjoy for a lunch or dinner with incredible views of the marina. On Friday, Puerto del Mogán has its own renowned market that offers traditional Canary Islands’ souvenirs.
This is an excellent place from which to start or finish a hike as many of the island’s most beloved trails begin close by the town.
It does not offer as much in the way of accommodation, but the town Puerto de Mogán makes an excellent day trip or an inviting end of day stop after an invigorating hike.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN PUERTO DE MOGAN
($$$)Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Gran Canaria Mogan
($$) Hotel Cordial Mogán Playa
($) Apartamentos Cordial Mogán Valle
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7. Agaete, where to stay in Gran Canaria for couples
Agaete lies in the north of the island. It is one of the best places to stay in Gran Canaria for couples. The town is big on romantic meals with incredible sunsets, and it offers beautiful long walks on the seafront.
Part of this charm comes from the local law that requires all of the whitewashed houses to showcase either brown or green shutters and doors or blue doors and white walls if they are located in the port.
The island is among the few destinations in all of Europe where the climate is ideally suited to grow coffee. When you choose to stay in Agaete, you have the choice to indulge in a romantic outing to visit one of the neighboring settlement’s coffee plantations.
You can enjoy a guided tour of the operation and grounds at Finca Los Castaños. This teaches you all about how they grow and prepare coffee. The tour concludes with an opportunity to sample the local specialty coffees.
The town’s romance continues with the traditional architecture in the narrow streets. There are also charming botanical gardens in El Huerto de las Flores. Here you will enjoy a beautiful place for a picnic (especially for couples) that is overflowing with lush surroundings.
Couples who want to get away from hordes of tourists will find that it is an ideal spot to take in the local life too. You can even stop at a rock spring and sample the healthy waters that locals claim give both long life and excellent health.
The places to stay here include terraces looking out on the sea. You can take advantage of the apartments for rent offered in a peaceful and secluded location. It all adds to the romantic ambiance of the town.
BEST PLACES WHERE TO STAY IN GRAN CANARIA IN AGAETE
($$) Hotel & Spa Cordial Roca Negra
($$) Hotel Puerto de Las Nieves
($) Casa Calma Yoga Guesthouse
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8. San Agustín, where to stay in Gran Canaria for a quiet holiday
San Agustín is a town with a calmer and quiet beach that rivals Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés. Visitors come here to escape from the crowds. This beach is more unique in Gran Canaria for its darkly colored sand.
Here you will not lack for plenty of space to spread out comfortably. On the weekends, the beach is somewhat busier as locals come down to enjoy the beautiful spot.
The beach is around 670 yards/meters long, providing plenty of room. Its slope is gentle, and the beach is ideally protected from the waves. This combination makes it an ideal place for both scuba diving and snorkeling.
Visitors also have a selection of fine seafood restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops along the promenade.
The beach resort has a car park and good bus service along with shower facilities. Two excellent hotels provide some choices for those visitors who find this more secluded beach to be their ideal destination.
It makes it easy to stay in a Gran Canaria resort that is far less crowded than the other locations.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN SAN AGUSTIN
($$$) Meliá Tamarindos
($$) Corallium Beach by Lopesan Hotels
($) Monte Feliz
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Read also: Where to stay in Tenerife, where to stay in Fuerteventura, where to stay in Lanzarote, where to stay in La Palma
9.
Tejeda, great area in Gran Canaria for ecotourism
The second tiniest village on Gran Canaria is Tejeda. This turns out to be the geographical center of the entire island. You will find the Cross of Tejeda here that marks the 5,184 feet (1,580 meters) point in the mountain pass.
The village may be small, but it is popular with visitors who come to see the cross and mountains. It bustles with bars and restaurants that feature the local specialties such as fantastic honey.
You can also buy souvenirs here and take advantage of donkey rides for children. Those who prefer peaceful destinations will not want to come to Tejeda on the weekends when the island locals love to frequent the site.
A big attraction in Tejeda is the heights. Climbers and walkers who are serious about the activities find the area sufficiently challenging. There are also easier walking trails with shorter strolls in the eye-popping vistas.
One of the famous walks here is the Royal Paths (Caminos Reales) that the Guanches made as ancient tracks. They were the original inhabitants of the islands who used them to traverse the island’s center.
Thanks to tourism, Tejeda still exists today. There are countless archaeological sites from the Guanches’ time. These include caves, graves, rock paintings, and engravings. The village itself is surrounded by orchards and cornfields.
If it were not for tourism, the site would have been abandoned decades ago because the area cultivation is not sufficient to support modern life. Today the village is half its former size.
This makes it a better day trip location than a place to stay. When here, you can enjoy a nice lunch and buy the local specialties such as marzipan and the sweet Bienmesabe (that translates “to me it tastes good”).
Tejada’s most beautiful and popular time to come visit happens in the first half of February. This is when the village celebrates its Almond Tree in Flower fiesta. It is always popular.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN TEJEDA
($$) Parador de Cruz de Tejeda
($) Hotel Rural El Refugio
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Arguineguin, where to stay in Gran Canaria in a quiet place with local charm
Arguineguin used to be a tiny fishing village. In recent years, the working port has grown into a tourist resort. Today it includes hotel complexes that are modern. Somehow the town has kept its original center and character.
It offers a few nice seafood restaurants as well as fairly exciting fishermen’s bars down in the harbor. Stopping by the village is a worthwhile endeavor even if you do not choose to stay here.
Tuesday is the most active day of the week. The main attraction here is the biggest market held on Gran Canaria. An easy way to sidestep traffic when it is busier on market days is to opt for boat service coming down from Puerto Mogán and Puerto Rico.
If you get bored with the harbor here, you can stroll on the coastal promenade that connects the village with gorgeous coves and beaches found at Patalavaca. For those who love quiet places with local charm, this is where to stay in Gran Canaria.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN TENERIFE IN ARGUINEGUIN
($$$) Radisson Blu Resort Gran Canaria
($$) Arguineguín Park By Servatur
($) Calypso Family Apartments
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Where To Stay in Gran Canaria
What is the best area of Gran Canaria for a holiday?
Gran Canaria is known by many as a “Miniature Continent”, due to its diverse climate and landscape, which varies depending on where exactly you are on the island. You can go from the endless dunes of Maspalomas to the busy capital of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in just under an hour, for a completely different image of the island and a totally different vibe.
Gran Canaria is large enough that you can stay for weeks and even months and still discover new places to go and see, but it’s still small enough that you can easily get around by bus or by car without spending so much time on the road. For beach lovers, you have some amazing hidden gems like Playa de Guigui and also fully developed beaches, with all the facilities, like Playa Amadores.
Most of the resorts in Gran Canaria are situated in the south of the island, where the weather is constantly good all year round and you can make the most of this island’s subtropical climate.
The north and center of the island do gen a bit more hours of rain, but they are more green and vibrant and offer more hiking opportunities, so it depends on what you are looking for from your holiday.
Best places to stay in Gran Canaria
Best resorts and areas in Gran Canaria
1. Playa del Ingles
2. Maspalomas
3. Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
4. Puerto de Mogan
5. San Agustin
6. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
7. Meloneras
8. Taurito
9. Agaete
Best places to stay in Gran Canaria
Best Luxury Hotels in Gran Canaria
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Mogan • Hotel Riu Palace Oasis • Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Best Apartments in Gran Canaria
Monte Feliz (San Agustin) • Club Vista Serena (Maspalomas)
Best Hotels for Families in Gran Canaria
h20 Playa Meloneras Palace • Hotel New Folías • Riu Vistamar – All Inclusive
Best Cheap Hotels in Gran Canaria
Tagoror Beach Apartments • Monte Feliz • Playa Del Sol – Adults Only
The good thing about Gran Canaria is that it has something for everyone and every taste, from luxury hotels to all-inclusive hotels oriented towards families, but there are also quiet and relaxed places to stay in Gran Canaria, like the valley of Agaete or San Agustin. If you’re looking for a self-catering holiday in Gran Canaria, maybe an apartment will be a better option for you, since the prices are usually better and with an apartment, you do get a full kitchen, where you can whip up a quick breakfast in the morning if you want to save more money.
Our guide on where to stay in Gran Canaria is meant to show you the different areas on the island that you can choose, depending on the type of holiday that you desire. Once you’ve decided on where you want to be on the island, you can start looking for hotels or apartments that match your needs, but since you will have narrowed down on an area, it will be a much easier task to find what you are looking for.
Best resorts and areas in Gran Canaria
Many people are searching to find the best resort in Gran Canaria, but this depends on whether you want a party holiday or a lazy and quiet holiday, as the island has something for everyone and some places can also bring together the best of both worlds.
Where to stay in Gran Canaria for couples: Puerto de Mogan, Taurito, Meloneras
Best place to stay in Gran Canaria for nightlife: Playa del Ingles, Maspalomas
Best areas in Gran Canaria for a quiet holiday: San Agustin, Bahia Feliz
Where to stay in Gran Canaria for families: Puerto Rico, Arguineguin, Patalavaca
Best place in Gran Canaria for digital nomads & remote workers: Las Palmas
Best area in Gran Canaria for a premium experience: Meloneras
Where to stay in Gran Canaria away from tourist areas: Vecindario, Arinaga, La Aldea de San Nicolas
Playa del Ingles is a great resort for party and nightlife
1. Playa del Ingles
Playa del Ingles is the best place to stay in Gran Canaria for nightlife.
The Yumbo Centre is considered by most people the epicenter of nightlife in Playa del Ingles and in Gran Canaria.
Playa del Ingles is a very popular destination for gay tourism in Gran Canaria, with lots of events taking place here during the year, like the Maspalomas Gay Pride or the Dunas Festival. The are is a mix of all cultures and nationalities, with tourists coming during these events from all over the world, even Australia or the USA.
What to do in Playa del Ingles
Playa del Ingles is for sure the liveliest resort in Gran Canaria and the best choice if you are into partying all night long. There are lots of bars and concerts and events all year long, with the Yumbo Center being a popular place for those who want to party until morning hours.
From Playa del Ingles you are also very close to Maspalomas and San Agustin, so there are lots of places to explore during the day, within immediate reach from where you are staying.
Water sports are also extremely popular in Playa del Ingles, well known as a good place for surfing, windsurfing & kitesurfing. The Aqualand Water Park is also located here and it’s a great day out especially for families, with lots of rides to enjoy for all ages.
Where to go shopping in Playa del Ingles
In terms of shopping in Playa del Ingles, you have several commercial centers like Centro Comercial Tropical and Centro Comercial Anexo II. For a more local experience, you can try going to the San Fernando market, which is just a short taxi ride away from Playa del Ingles.
The Maspalomas Dunes are one of the top attractions in Gran Canaria
2. Maspalomas
Maspalomas is the best place in Gran Canaria for LGBT tourism
Maspalomas is famous for the incredible natural surroundings and the natural reserve of the Dunes of Maspalomas, from where you can walk towards Playa del Ingles or towards the lighthouse, called El Faro de Maspalomas, which makes for a very photogenic place on the island.
Maspalomas is a worldwide popular destination for LGBT tourism, due to its proximity to Playa del Ingles and the Yumbo center.
Maspalomas is also a popular place to stay for naturists since it is home to one of the most popular nudist beaches in Gran Canaria.
What to do in Maspalomas
The central point of the place are the dunes, with kilometers of golden sand to enjoy a private day on the beach. You can read more in our article about the Maspalomas Sand Dunes, but this is a favorite place for birdwatchers as well, so it should not be missed even if you are not staying in this part of the island.
If you are here on a family holiday, you may want to visit Palmitos Park, which is great for a day of exploration with the kids, who will enjoy seeing the animals and the shows.
The promenade between Maspalomas and Meloneras also offers a great place to walk in the evening and enjoy the views, plus you will find many restaurants and shops along the way.
Amadores beach in Puerto Rico has clear water ideal for swimming
3. Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
Puerto Rico is the best place in Gran Canaria for families
Puerto Rico is ideal for families due to a large number of family-oriented hotels and plenty of restaurants where you can try the local cuisine. The resort has easy access to two great beaches, Puerto Rico Beach and Playa Amadores. With clean and calm waters, these beaches are ideal for kids and for days of chilling in the sun.
What to do in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is the ideal choice if you want a chilled holiday in the sun, with everything you need close by. Both beaches – Puerto Rico and Amadores are close to bars and restaurants, there are plenty of facilities like sunbeds, parasols and even lifeguards on site. If you want all the comfort that a resort can provide, then this is the best place for you in Gran Canaria.
From Puerto Rico, it is easy to get to Arguineguin, a fishing village where lots of locals still live and you can get a sense of the local atmosphere. On Fridays, you can make a short trip to Mogan and visit the popular market, where tourists come from all over the island.
There are lots of boat trips or fishing trips that you can do from Puerto Rico and the resort has plenty of activities and things to do for kids, from mini-golf courses to an Angry Birds Activity Park, which guarantees a few hours of fun for the kids.
Where to shop and eat in Puerto Rico
The best place is the Puerto Rico Shopping Centre, which is right in the heart of the action. Europa Shopping Centre is also another great spot for food and shopping, with many great restaurants and bars. Currently, the Puerto Rico Shopping Centre is undergoing total renovations, so it will take a while until it reopens.
Beach in Puerto de Mogan – a great place for a romantic couple’s holiday in Gran Canaria
4. Puerto de Mogan
Puerto de Mogan is the best place for couples in Gran Canaria for a romantic holiday
Puerto de Mogan is sometimes named the Little Venice of Gran Canaria and the place does have a certain charm, unique on the island.
The view of the marina with the many white boats makes for a luxurious atmosphere and everything around, from hotels, shops to restaurants are more upscale compared to the rest of the south.
The atmosphere is chilled and relaxed, ideal for a romantic couples holiday in Gran Canaria.
What to do in Puerto de Mogan
The beach is a great place to spend the day. Playa de Mogan is quiet and relaxed, with golden sand and clear calm waters, due to the breakwater. It is safe for kids and although there are no sun loungers, you will always find your own private spot, where you can sit and just enjoy the lovely view.
If you want to do a bit of walking, we advise you to go up the mountain to Mirador de Mogan and enjoy the full view of the marina. It is lovely, especially in the evenings.
You can also explore more the town’s surroundings, starting with the Mogan Ravine (Barranco de Mogan).
Puerto de Mogan is a great place to choose if you don’t know where to go in Gran Canaria and you want to explore the island because you have easy access to all of the southern towns and resorts, but also the west coast and the center so it’s great for day trips and discovering the beauty of the island.
Shopping in Mogan
Shopping Center Plaza Mogan has a lot of restaurant options, from tapas bars to Indian and Mexican restaurants. Puerto Mogan hosts one of the island’s largest markets on Fridays when visitors from all other resorts come here for a day trip.
At Mercado Mogan (or Mercadillo Mogan) you will find everything, from souvenirs to cheap clothes and even fake handbags and watches, plus food stalls where you can enjoy a bite to eat while watching other people shop.
5. San Agustin
Stay in San Agustin if you want to be in a quiet area of Gran Canaria, but still close to all the action in Maspalomas
San Agustin is the best area for a quiet holiday in Gran Canaria
Close both to Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas, you will find the small resort of San Agustin. This is a great choice if all you want to do is to relax and maybe pop in for one evening in one of the resorts nearby for a night of fun.
The Melia Tamarindos Hotel is probably the best choice in San Agustin, offering amazing rooms and quality services, plus a very nice and good restaurant.
Paseo Costa Canaria will take you all the way over to Playa del Ingles, so you still have easy access to the nightlife scene if you want to get a taste of the club scene here. San Agustin combines the best of both worlds: the need for a quiet and relaxing holiday in Gran Canaria, with the option to enjoy the best nightlife on the islands, only a few minutes away by taxi.
Playa de Las Canteras in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
6. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is the perfect place for digital nomads in Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is well known as a favorite destination for digital nomads, due to the fact that it is part of Spain, it enjoys lovely weather and there are many co-working spaces in town. The nomad scene is constantly growing, you have events like Nomad City happening, and also the Nomad Cruise frequently comes to the harbor in Las Palmas. The internet in the city is fast, you have at least 2 co-living spaces and plenty of co-working spaces or even cafes that can accommodate visitors who come with their laptops for the day.
What to do in Las Palmas
The city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the capital of the Canary Islands, along with Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The city is very modern and vibrant and full of life, so you will see some buildings with edgy architecture, along with typical Canarian buildings, a mix of styles that is very representative of the city’s way of life.
You can fill your days simply by walking through the city, going from the famous Las Canteras beach to beautiful parks and gardens like the botanical garden – Jardin Canario or the Doramas Park. The city also hosts a few museums, including a Canarian Museum, where you can find out more about the history of these islands and their culture and traditions.
In Las Palmas, you will some of the best restaurants in Gran Canaria, like El Churrasco, a great steakhouse where you can have a fabulous meal.
In terms of co-living spaces for digital nomads, you have 2 options: CWC CoworkingC and Restation.
Las Palmas is a great choice as a base for digital nomads especially during the winter months, when people may be wanting to escape the cold in continental Europe, but you may also prefer to be closer to home than in some other popular destinations in Asia. Gran Canaria is located just 4-5 hours away by plane from most European capitals, so if you need to fly to Europe frequently, this is a good option for setting a base.
Shopping in Las Palmas
The largest shopping center in Las Palmas is called Las Arenas and here you will find most of the big brands, the usual that you can find in big shopping malls.
On Sundays there is also a flea market at the San Telmo Park, so you should visit if you are there on that day, just to see if you can find something unique and different.
Meloneras is the best area for honeymooners in Gran Canaria
7. Meloneras
Meloneras is the best area to stay in Gran Canaria if you’re looking for a luxury holiday.
In Meloneras and Costa Meloneras, you will find a large concentration of premium hotels, so it’s the right place to be if you want to have a premium experience in Gran Canaria.
Meloneras is a great area for a honeymoon in Gran Canaria and it could also be the best place for those looking to organize their wedding celebration or vows renewal while on the island.
Meloneras is located right next to Maspalomas, so you are close to the main nightlife area in Gran Canaria, only a short taxi ride away and you’ll be in the middle of the action.
Taurito is an ideal place in Gran Canaria for family holidays
8. Taurito
Taurito is a good place to stay for couples and families away from the large resorts of Gran Canaria.
Tucked away between Puerto de Mogan and Puerto Rico, Taurito is a small resort with a very laid-back atmosphere.
As opposed to the larger and noisier resorts like Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles, Taurito is a great resort for families with kids coming to Gran Canaria on holiday.
The resort has a small beach that is usually peaceful and quiet, ideal for sunbathing and relaxation.
Lago Taurito is a small waterpark ideal for kids, so if you’re looking for a place where you can have a relaxed family holiday in Gran Canaria, Taurito might be the best spot for you.
As you’ve seen already, you have plenty of choices when you’re trying to decide on where to stay in Gran Canaria.
This island just has so much to offer, from green and lush landscapes to fantastic beaches and authentic villages, that still keep the charm from the good old days, when mass tourism hadn’t arrived on the island.
Playa de las Nieves in Agaete, Gran Canaria
9. Agaete
Agaete is a great place to stay if you want to visit the northern coast of Gran Canaria.
Located in the northwest of Gran Canaria, Agaete is a beautiful little place to spend your holidays, where you can enjoy some of the most amazing sunsets in Gran Canaria.
Best places to stay in Agaete
Best Hotel: Hotel & Spa Cordial Roca Negra **** (amazing views, swimming pools, has a SPA and gym)
Unique location: Hotel Rural Las Longueras *** (stay in the middle of an orange, mango and papaya tree plantation in Agaete Valley)
Private stays: Harizan apartment (patio, sea views, a seating area, satellite TV) • Seaside Villa – Agaete (300 m from Punta Gorda Beach, offers access to a patio and free private parking)
Agaete some really amazing views and visitors used to come here to see the natural monument known as Dedo de Dios (God’s Finger), which was unfortunately destroyed back in 2005 during the Delta tropical storm.
The large harbor known as f Puerto de las Nieves is also located in Agaete and it’s the starting point for the Fred Olsen ferry that links Gran Canaria to Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
We would recommend staying in Agaete especially during the summer months, but also in September and October. If you’re visiting Gran Canaria in winter and you’re looking for the area with the hottest weather, then you should stay in the south of the island, where you have the best chances for sunny times and high temperatures.
Where To Stay in Gran Canaria
What is the best area of Gran Canaria for a holiday?
Gran Canaria is known by many as a “Miniature Continent”, due to its diverse climate and landscape, which varies depending on where exactly you are on the island. You can go from the endless dunes of Maspalomas to the busy capital of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in just under an hour, for a completely different image of the island and a totally different vibe.
Gran Canaria is large enough that you can stay for weeks and even months and still discover new places to go and see, but it’s still small enough that you can easily get around by bus or by car without spending so much time on the road. For beach lovers, you have some amazing hidden gems like Playa de Guigui and also fully developed beaches, with all the facilities, like Playa Amadores.
Most of the resorts in Gran Canaria are situated in the south of the island, where the weather is constantly good all year round and you can make the most of this island’s subtropical climate.
The north and center of the island do gen a bit more hours of rain, but they are more green and vibrant and offer more hiking opportunities, so it depends on what you are looking for from your holiday.
Best places to stay in Gran Canaria
Best resorts and areas in Gran Canaria
1. Playa del Ingles
2. Maspalomas
3. Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
4. Puerto de Mogan
5. San Agustin
6. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
7. Meloneras
8. Taurito
9. Agaete
Best places to stay in Gran Canaria
Best Luxury Hotels in Gran Canaria
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Mogan • Hotel Riu Palace Oasis • Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Best Apartments in Gran Canaria
Monte Feliz (San Agustin) • Club Vista Serena (Maspalomas)
Best Hotels for Families in Gran Canaria
h20 Playa Meloneras Palace • Hotel New Folías • Riu Vistamar – All Inclusive
Best Cheap Hotels in Gran Canaria
Tagoror Beach Apartments • Monte Feliz • Playa Del Sol – Adults Only
The good thing about Gran Canaria is that it has something for everyone and every taste, from luxury hotels to all-inclusive hotels oriented towards families, but there are also quiet and relaxed places to stay in Gran Canaria, like the valley of Agaete or San Agustin. If you’re looking for a self-catering holiday in Gran Canaria, maybe an apartment will be a better option for you, since the prices are usually better and with an apartment, you do get a full kitchen, where you can whip up a quick breakfast in the morning if you want to save more money.
Our guide on where to stay in Gran Canaria is meant to show you the different areas on the island that you can choose, depending on the type of holiday that you desire. Once you’ve decided on where you want to be on the island, you can start looking for hotels or apartments that match your needs, but since you will have narrowed down on an area, it will be a much easier task to find what you are looking for.
Best resorts and areas in Gran Canaria
Many people are searching to find the best resort in Gran Canaria, but this depends on whether you want a party holiday or a lazy and quiet holiday, as the island has something for everyone and some places can also bring together the best of both worlds.
Where to stay in Gran Canaria for couples: Puerto de Mogan, Taurito, Meloneras
Best place to stay in Gran Canaria for nightlife: Playa del Ingles, Maspalomas
Best areas in Gran Canaria for a quiet holiday: San Agustin, Bahia Feliz
Where to stay in Gran Canaria for families: Puerto Rico, Arguineguin, Patalavaca
Best place in Gran Canaria for digital nomads & remote workers: Las Palmas
Best area in Gran Canaria for a premium experience: Meloneras
Where to stay in Gran Canaria away from tourist areas: Vecindario, Arinaga, La Aldea de San Nicolas
Playa del Ingles is a great resort for party and nightlife
1. Playa del Ingles
Playa del Ingles is the best place to stay in Gran Canaria for nightlife.
The Yumbo Centre is considered by most people the epicenter of nightlife in Playa del Ingles and in Gran Canaria.
Playa del Ingles is a very popular destination for gay tourism in Gran Canaria, with lots of events taking place here during the year, like the Maspalomas Gay Pride or the Dunas Festival. The are is a mix of all cultures and nationalities, with tourists coming during these events from all over the world, even Australia or the USA.
What to do in Playa del Ingles
Playa del Ingles is for sure the liveliest resort in Gran Canaria and the best choice if you are into partying all night long. There are lots of bars and concerts and events all year long, with the Yumbo Center being a popular place for those who want to party until morning hours.
From Playa del Ingles you are also very close to Maspalomas and San Agustin, so there are lots of places to explore during the day, within immediate reach from where you are staying.
Water sports are also extremely popular in Playa del Ingles, well known as a good place for surfing, windsurfing & kitesurfing. The Aqualand Water Park is also located here and it’s a great day out especially for families, with lots of rides to enjoy for all ages.
Where to go shopping in Playa del Ingles
In terms of shopping in Playa del Ingles, you have several commercial centers like Centro Comercial Tropical and Centro Comercial Anexo II. For a more local experience, you can try going to the San Fernando market, which is just a short taxi ride away from Playa del Ingles.
The Maspalomas Dunes are one of the top attractions in Gran Canaria
2. Maspalomas
Maspalomas is the best place in Gran Canaria for LGBT tourism
Maspalomas is famous for the incredible natural surroundings and the natural reserve of the Dunes of Maspalomas, from where you can walk towards Playa del Ingles or towards the lighthouse, called El Faro de Maspalomas, which makes for a very photogenic place on the island.
Maspalomas is a worldwide popular destination for LGBT tourism, due to its proximity to Playa del Ingles and the Yumbo center.
Maspalomas is also a popular place to stay for naturists since it is home to one of the most popular nudist beaches in Gran Canaria.
What to do in Maspalomas
The central point of the place are the dunes, with kilometers of golden sand to enjoy a private day on the beach. You can read more in our article about the Maspalomas Sand Dunes, but this is a favorite place for birdwatchers as well, so it should not be missed even if you are not staying in this part of the island.
If you are here on a family holiday, you may want to visit Palmitos Park, which is great for a day of exploration with the kids, who will enjoy seeing the animals and the shows.
The promenade between Maspalomas and Meloneras also offers a great place to walk in the evening and enjoy the views, plus you will find many restaurants and shops along the way.
Amadores beach in Puerto Rico has clear water ideal for swimming
3. Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
Puerto Rico is the best place in Gran Canaria for families
Puerto Rico is ideal for families due to a large number of family-oriented hotels and plenty of restaurants where you can try the local cuisine. The resort has easy access to two great beaches, Puerto Rico Beach and Playa Amadores. With clean and calm waters, these beaches are ideal for kids and for days of chilling in the sun.
What to do in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is the ideal choice if you want a chilled holiday in the sun, with everything you need close by. Both beaches – Puerto Rico and Amadores are close to bars and restaurants, there are plenty of facilities like sunbeds, parasols and even lifeguards on site. If you want all the comfort that a resort can provide, then this is the best place for you in Gran Canaria.
From Puerto Rico, it is easy to get to Arguineguin, a fishing village where lots of locals still live and you can get a sense of the local atmosphere. On Fridays, you can make a short trip to Mogan and visit the popular market, where tourists come from all over the island.
There are lots of boat trips or fishing trips that you can do from Puerto Rico and the resort has plenty of activities and things to do for kids, from mini-golf courses to an Angry Birds Activity Park, which guarantees a few hours of fun for the kids.
Where to shop and eat in Puerto Rico
The best place is the Puerto Rico Shopping Centre, which is right in the heart of the action. Europa Shopping Centre is also another great spot for food and shopping, with many great restaurants and bars. Currently, the Puerto Rico Shopping Centre is undergoing total renovations, so it will take a while until it reopens.
Beach in Puerto de Mogan – a great place for a romantic couple’s holiday in Gran Canaria
4. Puerto de Mogan
Puerto de Mogan is the best place for couples in Gran Canaria for a romantic holiday
Puerto de Mogan is sometimes named the Little Venice of Gran Canaria and the place does have a certain charm, unique on the island.
The view of the marina with the many white boats makes for a luxurious atmosphere and everything around, from hotels, shops to restaurants are more upscale compared to the rest of the south.
The atmosphere is chilled and relaxed, ideal for a romantic couples holiday in Gran Canaria.
What to do in Puerto de Mogan
The beach is a great place to spend the day. Playa de Mogan is quiet and relaxed, with golden sand and clear calm waters, due to the breakwater. It is safe for kids and although there are no sun loungers, you will always find your own private spot, where you can sit and just enjoy the lovely view.
If you want to do a bit of walking, we advise you to go up the mountain to Mirador de Mogan and enjoy the full view of the marina. It is lovely, especially in the evenings.
You can also explore more the town’s surroundings, starting with the Mogan Ravine (Barranco de Mogan).
Puerto de Mogan is a great place to choose if you don’t know where to go in Gran Canaria and you want to explore the island because you have easy access to all of the southern towns and resorts, but also the west coast and the center so it’s great for day trips and discovering the beauty of the island.
Shopping in Mogan
Shopping Center Plaza Mogan has a lot of restaurant options, from tapas bars to Indian and Mexican restaurants. Puerto Mogan hosts one of the island’s largest markets on Fridays when visitors from all other resorts come here for a day trip.
At Mercado Mogan (or Mercadillo Mogan) you will find everything, from souvenirs to cheap clothes and even fake handbags and watches, plus food stalls where you can enjoy a bite to eat while watching other people shop.
5. San Agustin
Stay in San Agustin if you want to be in a quiet area of Gran Canaria, but still close to all the action in Maspalomas
San Agustin is the best area for a quiet holiday in Gran Canaria
Close both to Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas, you will find the small resort of San Agustin. This is a great choice if all you want to do is to relax and maybe pop in for one evening in one of the resorts nearby for a night of fun.
The Melia Tamarindos Hotel is probably the best choice in San Agustin, offering amazing rooms and quality services, plus a very nice and good restaurant.
Paseo Costa Canaria will take you all the way over to Playa del Ingles, so you still have easy access to the nightlife scene if you want to get a taste of the club scene here. San Agustin combines the best of both worlds: the need for a quiet and relaxing holiday in Gran Canaria, with the option to enjoy the best nightlife on the islands, only a few minutes away by taxi.
Playa de Las Canteras in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
6. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is the perfect place for digital nomads in Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is well known as a favorite destination for digital nomads, due to the fact that it is part of Spain, it enjoys lovely weather and there are many co-working spaces in town. The nomad scene is constantly growing, you have events like Nomad City happening, and also the Nomad Cruise frequently comes to the harbor in Las Palmas. The internet in the city is fast, you have at least 2 co-living spaces and plenty of co-working spaces or even cafes that can accommodate visitors who come with their laptops for the day.
What to do in Las Palmas
The city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the capital of the Canary Islands, along with Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The city is very modern and vibrant and full of life, so you will see some buildings with edgy architecture, along with typical Canarian buildings, a mix of styles that is very representative of the city’s way of life.
You can fill your days simply by walking through the city, going from the famous Las Canteras beach to beautiful parks and gardens like the botanical garden – Jardin Canario or the Doramas Park. The city also hosts a few museums, including a Canarian Museum, where you can find out more about the history of these islands and their culture and traditions.
In Las Palmas, you will some of the best restaurants in Gran Canaria, like El Churrasco, a great steakhouse where you can have a fabulous meal.
In terms of co-living spaces for digital nomads, you have 2 options: CWC CoworkingC and Restation.
Las Palmas is a great choice as a base for digital nomads especially during the winter months, when people may be wanting to escape the cold in continental Europe, but you may also prefer to be closer to home than in some other popular destinations in Asia. Gran Canaria is located just 4-5 hours away by plane from most European capitals, so if you need to fly to Europe frequently, this is a good option for setting a base.
Shopping in Las Palmas
The largest shopping center in Las Palmas is called Las Arenas and here you will find most of the big brands, the usual that you can find in big shopping malls.
On Sundays there is also a flea market at the San Telmo Park, so you should visit if you are there on that day, just to see if you can find something unique and different.
Meloneras is the best area for honeymooners in Gran Canaria
7. Meloneras
Meloneras is the best area to stay in Gran Canaria if you’re looking for a luxury holiday.
In Meloneras and Costa Meloneras, you will find a large concentration of premium hotels, so it’s the right place to be if you want to have a premium experience in Gran Canaria.
Meloneras is a great area for a honeymoon in Gran Canaria and it could also be the best place for those looking to organize their wedding celebration or vows renewal while on the island.
Meloneras is located right next to Maspalomas, so you are close to the main nightlife area in Gran Canaria, only a short taxi ride away and you’ll be in the middle of the action.
Taurito is an ideal place in Gran Canaria for family holidays
8. Taurito
Taurito is a good place to stay for couples and families away from the large resorts of Gran Canaria.
Tucked away between Puerto de Mogan and Puerto Rico, Taurito is a small resort with a very laid-back atmosphere.
As opposed to the larger and noisier resorts like Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles, Taurito is a great resort for families with kids coming to Gran Canaria on holiday.
The resort has a small beach that is usually peaceful and quiet, ideal for sunbathing and relaxation.
Lago Taurito is a small waterpark ideal for kids, so if you’re looking for a place where you can have a relaxed family holiday in Gran Canaria, Taurito might be the best spot for you.
As you’ve seen already, you have plenty of choices when you’re trying to decide on where to stay in Gran Canaria.
This island just has so much to offer, from green and lush landscapes to fantastic beaches and authentic villages, that still keep the charm from the good old days, when mass tourism hadn’t arrived on the island.
Playa de las Nieves in Agaete, Gran Canaria
9. Agaete
Agaete is a great place to stay if you want to visit the northern coast of Gran Canaria.
Located in the northwest of Gran Canaria, Agaete is a beautiful little place to spend your holidays, where you can enjoy some of the most amazing sunsets in Gran Canaria.
Best places to stay in Agaete
Best Hotel: Hotel & Spa Cordial Roca Negra **** (amazing views, swimming pools, has a SPA and gym)
Unique location: Hotel Rural Las Longueras *** (stay in the middle of an orange, mango and papaya tree plantation in Agaete Valley)
Private stays: Harizan apartment (patio, sea views, a seating area, satellite TV) • Seaside Villa – Agaete (300 m from Punta Gorda Beach, offers access to a patio and free private parking)
Agaete some really amazing views and visitors used to come here to see the natural monument known as Dedo de Dios (God’s Finger), which was unfortunately destroyed back in 2005 during the Delta tropical storm.
The large harbor known as f Puerto de las Nieves is also located in Agaete and it’s the starting point for the Fred Olsen ferry that links Gran Canaria to Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
We would recommend staying in Agaete especially during the summer months, but also in September and October. If you’re visiting Gran Canaria in winter and you’re looking for the area with the hottest weather, then you should stay in the south of the island, where you have the best chances for sunny times and high temperatures.
Where To Stay in Gran Canaria
What is the best area of Gran Canaria for a holiday?
Gran Canaria is known by many as a “Miniature Continent”, due to its diverse climate and landscape, which varies depending on where exactly you are on the island. You can go from the endless dunes of Maspalomas to the busy capital of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in just under an hour, for a completely different image of the island and a totally different vibe.
Gran Canaria is large enough that you can stay for weeks and even months and still discover new places to go and see, but it’s still small enough that you can easily get around by bus or by car without spending so much time on the road. For beach lovers, you have some amazing hidden gems like Playa de Guigui and also fully developed beaches, with all the facilities, like Playa Amadores.
Most of the resorts in Gran Canaria are situated in the south of the island, where the weather is constantly good all year round and you can make the most of this island’s subtropical climate.
The north and center of the island do gen a bit more hours of rain, but they are more green and vibrant and offer more hiking opportunities, so it depends on what you are looking for from your holiday.
Best places to stay in Gran Canaria
Best resorts and areas in Gran Canaria
1. Playa del Ingles
2. Maspalomas
3. Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
4. Puerto de Mogan
5. San Agustin
6. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
7. Meloneras
8. Taurito
9. Agaete
Best places to stay in Gran Canaria
Best Luxury Hotels in Gran Canaria
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Mogan • Hotel Riu Palace Oasis • Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Best Apartments in Gran Canaria
Monte Feliz (San Agustin) • Club Vista Serena (Maspalomas)
Best Hotels for Families in Gran Canaria
h20 Playa Meloneras Palace • Hotel New Folías • Riu Vistamar – All Inclusive
Best Cheap Hotels in Gran Canaria
Tagoror Beach Apartments • Monte Feliz • Playa Del Sol – Adults Only
The good thing about Gran Canaria is that it has something for everyone and every taste, from luxury hotels to all-inclusive hotels oriented towards families, but there are also quiet and relaxed places to stay in Gran Canaria, like the valley of Agaete or San Agustin. If you’re looking for a self-catering holiday in Gran Canaria, maybe an apartment will be a better option for you, since the prices are usually better and with an apartment, you do get a full kitchen, where you can whip up a quick breakfast in the morning if you want to save more money.
Our guide on where to stay in Gran Canaria is meant to show you the different areas on the island that you can choose, depending on the type of holiday that you desire. Once you’ve decided on where you want to be on the island, you can start looking for hotels or apartments that match your needs, but since you will have narrowed down on an area, it will be a much easier task to find what you are looking for.
Best resorts and areas in Gran Canaria
Many people are searching to find the best resort in Gran Canaria, but this depends on whether you want a party holiday or a lazy and quiet holiday, as the island has something for everyone and some places can also bring together the best of both worlds.
Where to stay in Gran Canaria for couples: Puerto de Mogan, Taurito, Meloneras
Best place to stay in Gran Canaria for nightlife: Playa del Ingles, Maspalomas
Best areas in Gran Canaria for a quiet holiday: San Agustin, Bahia Feliz
Where to stay in Gran Canaria for families: Puerto Rico, Arguineguin, Patalavaca
Best place in Gran Canaria for digital nomads & remote workers: Las Palmas
Best area in Gran Canaria for a premium experience: Meloneras
Where to stay in Gran Canaria away from tourist areas: Vecindario, Arinaga, La Aldea de San Nicolas
Playa del Ingles is a great resort for party and nightlife
1. Playa del Ingles
Playa del Ingles is the best place to stay in Gran Canaria for nightlife.
The Yumbo Centre is considered by most people the epicenter of nightlife in Playa del Ingles and in Gran Canaria.
Playa del Ingles is a very popular destination for gay tourism in Gran Canaria, with lots of events taking place here during the year, like the Maspalomas Gay Pride or the Dunas Festival. The are is a mix of all cultures and nationalities, with tourists coming during these events from all over the world, even Australia or the USA.
What to do in Playa del Ingles
Playa del Ingles is for sure the liveliest resort in Gran Canaria and the best choice if you are into partying all night long. There are lots of bars and concerts and events all year long, with the Yumbo Center being a popular place for those who want to party until morning hours.
From Playa del Ingles you are also very close to Maspalomas and San Agustin, so there are lots of places to explore during the day, within immediate reach from where you are staying.
Water sports are also extremely popular in Playa del Ingles, well known as a good place for surfing, windsurfing & kitesurfing. The Aqualand Water Park is also located here and it’s a great day out especially for families, with lots of rides to enjoy for all ages.
Where to go shopping in Playa del Ingles
In terms of shopping in Playa del Ingles, you have several commercial centers like Centro Comercial Tropical and Centro Comercial Anexo II. For a more local experience, you can try going to the San Fernando market, which is just a short taxi ride away from Playa del Ingles.
The Maspalomas Dunes are one of the top attractions in Gran Canaria
2. Maspalomas
Maspalomas is the best place in Gran Canaria for LGBT tourism
Maspalomas is famous for the incredible natural surroundings and the natural reserve of the Dunes of Maspalomas, from where you can walk towards Playa del Ingles or towards the lighthouse, called El Faro de Maspalomas, which makes for a very photogenic place on the island.
Maspalomas is a worldwide popular destination for LGBT tourism, due to its proximity to Playa del Ingles and the Yumbo center.
Maspalomas is also a popular place to stay for naturists since it is home to one of the most popular nudist beaches in Gran Canaria.
What to do in Maspalomas
The central point of the place are the dunes, with kilometers of golden sand to enjoy a private day on the beach. You can read more in our article about the Maspalomas Sand Dunes, but this is a favorite place for birdwatchers as well, so it should not be missed even if you are not staying in this part of the island.
If you are here on a family holiday, you may want to visit Palmitos Park, which is great for a day of exploration with the kids, who will enjoy seeing the animals and the shows.
The promenade between Maspalomas and Meloneras also offers a great place to walk in the evening and enjoy the views, plus you will find many restaurants and shops along the way.
Amadores beach in Puerto Rico has clear water ideal for swimming
3. Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
Puerto Rico is the best place in Gran Canaria for families
Puerto Rico is ideal for families due to a large number of family-oriented hotels and plenty of restaurants where you can try the local cuisine. The resort has easy access to two great beaches, Puerto Rico Beach and Playa Amadores. With clean and calm waters, these beaches are ideal for kids and for days of chilling in the sun.
What to do in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is the ideal choice if you want a chilled holiday in the sun, with everything you need close by. Both beaches – Puerto Rico and Amadores are close to bars and restaurants, there are plenty of facilities like sunbeds, parasols and even lifeguards on site. If you want all the comfort that a resort can provide, then this is the best place for you in Gran Canaria.
From Puerto Rico, it is easy to get to Arguineguin, a fishing village where lots of locals still live and you can get a sense of the local atmosphere. On Fridays, you can make a short trip to Mogan and visit the popular market, where tourists come from all over the island.
There are lots of boat trips or fishing trips that you can do from Puerto Rico and the resort has plenty of activities and things to do for kids, from mini-golf courses to an Angry Birds Activity Park, which guarantees a few hours of fun for the kids.
Where to shop and eat in Puerto Rico
The best place is the Puerto Rico Shopping Centre, which is right in the heart of the action. Europa Shopping Centre is also another great spot for food and shopping, with many great restaurants and bars. Currently, the Puerto Rico Shopping Centre is undergoing total renovations, so it will take a while until it reopens.
Beach in Puerto de Mogan – a great place for a romantic couple’s holiday in Gran Canaria
4. Puerto de Mogan
Puerto de Mogan is the best place for couples in Gran Canaria for a romantic holiday
Puerto de Mogan is sometimes named the Little Venice of Gran Canaria and the place does have a certain charm, unique on the island.
The view of the marina with the many white boats makes for a luxurious atmosphere and everything around, from hotels, shops to restaurants are more upscale compared to the rest of the south.
The atmosphere is chilled and relaxed, ideal for a romantic couples holiday in Gran Canaria.
What to do in Puerto de Mogan
The beach is a great place to spend the day. Playa de Mogan is quiet and relaxed, with golden sand and clear calm waters, due to the breakwater. It is safe for kids and although there are no sun loungers, you will always find your own private spot, where you can sit and just enjoy the lovely view.
If you want to do a bit of walking, we advise you to go up the mountain to Mirador de Mogan and enjoy the full view of the marina. It is lovely, especially in the evenings.
You can also explore more the town’s surroundings, starting with the Mogan Ravine (Barranco de Mogan).
Puerto de Mogan is a great place to choose if you don’t know where to go in Gran Canaria and you want to explore the island because you have easy access to all of the southern towns and resorts, but also the west coast and the center so it’s great for day trips and discovering the beauty of the island.
Shopping in Mogan
Shopping Center Plaza Mogan has a lot of restaurant options, from tapas bars to Indian and Mexican restaurants. Puerto Mogan hosts one of the island’s largest markets on Fridays when visitors from all other resorts come here for a day trip.
At Mercado Mogan (or Mercadillo Mogan) you will find everything, from souvenirs to cheap clothes and even fake handbags and watches, plus food stalls where you can enjoy a bite to eat while watching other people shop.
5. San Agustin
Stay in San Agustin if you want to be in a quiet area of Gran Canaria, but still close to all the action in Maspalomas
San Agustin is the best area for a quiet holiday in Gran Canaria
Close both to Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas, you will find the small resort of San Agustin. This is a great choice if all you want to do is to relax and maybe pop in for one evening in one of the resorts nearby for a night of fun.
The Melia Tamarindos Hotel is probably the best choice in San Agustin, offering amazing rooms and quality services, plus a very nice and good restaurant.
Paseo Costa Canaria will take you all the way over to Playa del Ingles, so you still have easy access to the nightlife scene if you want to get a taste of the club scene here. San Agustin combines the best of both worlds: the need for a quiet and relaxing holiday in Gran Canaria, with the option to enjoy the best nightlife on the islands, only a few minutes away by taxi.
Playa de Las Canteras in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
6. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is the perfect place for digital nomads in Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is well known as a favorite destination for digital nomads, due to the fact that it is part of Spain, it enjoys lovely weather and there are many co-working spaces in town. The nomad scene is constantly growing, you have events like Nomad City happening, and also the Nomad Cruise frequently comes to the harbor in Las Palmas. The internet in the city is fast, you have at least 2 co-living spaces and plenty of co-working spaces or even cafes that can accommodate visitors who come with their laptops for the day.
What to do in Las Palmas
The city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the capital of the Canary Islands, along with Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The city is very modern and vibrant and full of life, so you will see some buildings with edgy architecture, along with typical Canarian buildings, a mix of styles that is very representative of the city’s way of life.
You can fill your days simply by walking through the city, going from the famous Las Canteras beach to beautiful parks and gardens like the botanical garden – Jardin Canario or the Doramas Park. The city also hosts a few museums, including a Canarian Museum, where you can find out more about the history of these islands and their culture and traditions.
In Las Palmas, you will some of the best restaurants in Gran Canaria, like El Churrasco, a great steakhouse where you can have a fabulous meal.
In terms of co-living spaces for digital nomads, you have 2 options: CWC CoworkingC and Restation.
Las Palmas is a great choice as a base for digital nomads especially during the winter months, when people may be wanting to escape the cold in continental Europe, but you may also prefer to be closer to home than in some other popular destinations in Asia. Gran Canaria is located just 4-5 hours away by plane from most European capitals, so if you need to fly to Europe frequently, this is a good option for setting a base.
Shopping in Las Palmas
The largest shopping center in Las Palmas is called Las Arenas and here you will find most of the big brands, the usual that you can find in big shopping malls.
On Sundays there is also a flea market at the San Telmo Park, so you should visit if you are there on that day, just to see if you can find something unique and different.
Meloneras is the best area for honeymooners in Gran Canaria
7. Meloneras
Meloneras is the best area to stay in Gran Canaria if you’re looking for a luxury holiday.
In Meloneras and Costa Meloneras, you will find a large concentration of premium hotels, so it’s the right place to be if you want to have a premium experience in Gran Canaria.
Meloneras is a great area for a honeymoon in Gran Canaria and it could also be the best place for those looking to organize their wedding celebration or vows renewal while on the island.
Meloneras is located right next to Maspalomas, so you are close to the main nightlife area in Gran Canaria, only a short taxi ride away and you’ll be in the middle of the action.
Taurito is an ideal place in Gran Canaria for family holidays
8. Taurito
Taurito is a good place to stay for couples and families away from the large resorts of Gran Canaria.
Tucked away between Puerto de Mogan and Puerto Rico, Taurito is a small resort with a very laid-back atmosphere.
As opposed to the larger and noisier resorts like Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles, Taurito is a great resort for families with kids coming to Gran Canaria on holiday.
The resort has a small beach that is usually peaceful and quiet, ideal for sunbathing and relaxation.
Lago Taurito is a small waterpark ideal for kids, so if you’re looking for a place where you can have a relaxed family holiday in Gran Canaria, Taurito might be the best spot for you.
As you’ve seen already, you have plenty of choices when you’re trying to decide on where to stay in Gran Canaria.
This island just has so much to offer, from green and lush landscapes to fantastic beaches and authentic villages, that still keep the charm from the good old days, when mass tourism hadn’t arrived on the island.
Playa de las Nieves in Agaete, Gran Canaria
9. Agaete
Agaete is a great place to stay if you want to visit the northern coast of Gran Canaria.
Located in the northwest of Gran Canaria, Agaete is a beautiful little place to spend your holidays, where you can enjoy some of the most amazing sunsets in Gran Canaria.
Best places to stay in Agaete
Best Hotel: Hotel & Spa Cordial Roca Negra **** (amazing views, swimming pools, has a SPA and gym)
Unique location: Hotel Rural Las Longueras *** (stay in the middle of an orange, mango and papaya tree plantation in Agaete Valley)
Private stays: Harizan apartment (patio, sea views, a seating area, satellite TV) • Seaside Villa – Agaete (300 m from Punta Gorda Beach, offers access to a patio and free private parking)
Agaete some really amazing views and visitors used to come here to see the natural monument known as Dedo de Dios (God’s Finger), which was unfortunately destroyed back in 2005 during the Delta tropical storm.
The large harbor known as f Puerto de las Nieves is also located in Agaete and it’s the starting point for the Fred Olsen ferry that links Gran Canaria to Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
We would recommend staying in Agaete especially during the summer months, but also in September and October. If you’re visiting Gran Canaria in winter and you’re looking for the area with the hottest weather, then you should stay in the south of the island, where you have the best chances for sunny times and high temperatures.
Where To Stay in Gran Canaria
What is the best area of Gran Canaria for a holiday?
Gran Canaria is known by many as a “Miniature Continent”, due to its diverse climate and landscape, which varies depending on where exactly you are on the island. You can go from the endless dunes of Maspalomas to the busy capital of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in just under an hour, for a completely different image of the island and a totally different vibe.
Gran Canaria is large enough that you can stay for weeks and even months and still discover new places to go and see, but it’s still small enough that you can easily get around by bus or by car without spending so much time on the road. For beach lovers, you have some amazing hidden gems like Playa de Guigui and also fully developed beaches, with all the facilities, like Playa Amadores.
Most of the resorts in Gran Canaria are situated in the south of the island, where the weather is constantly good all year round and you can make the most of this island’s subtropical climate.
The north and center of the island do gen a bit more hours of rain, but they are more green and vibrant and offer more hiking opportunities, so it depends on what you are looking for from your holiday.
Best places to stay in Gran Canaria
Best resorts and areas in Gran Canaria
1. Playa del Ingles
2. Maspalomas
3. Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
4. Puerto de Mogan
5. San Agustin
6. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
7. Meloneras
8. Taurito
9. Agaete
Best places to stay in Gran Canaria
Best Luxury Hotels in Gran Canaria
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Mogan • Hotel Riu Palace Oasis • Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Best Apartments in Gran Canaria
Monte Feliz (San Agustin) • Club Vista Serena (Maspalomas)
Best Hotels for Families in Gran Canaria
h20 Playa Meloneras Palace • Hotel New Folías • Riu Vistamar – All Inclusive
Best Cheap Hotels in Gran Canaria
Tagoror Beach Apartments • Monte Feliz • Playa Del Sol – Adults Only
The good thing about Gran Canaria is that it has something for everyone and every taste, from luxury hotels to all-inclusive hotels oriented towards families, but there are also quiet and relaxed places to stay in Gran Canaria, like the valley of Agaete or San Agustin. If you’re looking for a self-catering holiday in Gran Canaria, maybe an apartment will be a better option for you, since the prices are usually better and with an apartment, you do get a full kitchen, where you can whip up a quick breakfast in the morning if you want to save more money.
Our guide on where to stay in Gran Canaria is meant to show you the different areas on the island that you can choose, depending on the type of holiday that you desire. Once you’ve decided on where you want to be on the island, you can start looking for hotels or apartments that match your needs, but since you will have narrowed down on an area, it will be a much easier task to find what you are looking for.
Best resorts and areas in Gran Canaria
Many people are searching to find the best resort in Gran Canaria, but this depends on whether you want a party holiday or a lazy and quiet holiday, as the island has something for everyone and some places can also bring together the best of both worlds.
Where to stay in Gran Canaria for couples: Puerto de Mogan, Taurito, Meloneras
Best place to stay in Gran Canaria for nightlife: Playa del Ingles, Maspalomas
Best areas in Gran Canaria for a quiet holiday: San Agustin, Bahia Feliz
Where to stay in Gran Canaria for families: Puerto Rico, Arguineguin, Patalavaca
Best place in Gran Canaria for digital nomads & remote workers: Las Palmas
Best area in Gran Canaria for a premium experience: Meloneras
Where to stay in Gran Canaria away from tourist areas: Vecindario, Arinaga, La Aldea de San Nicolas
Playa del Ingles is a great resort for party and nightlife
1. Playa del Ingles
Playa del Ingles is the best place to stay in Gran Canaria for nightlife.
The Yumbo Centre is considered by most people the epicenter of nightlife in Playa del Ingles and in Gran Canaria.
Playa del Ingles is a very popular destination for gay tourism in Gran Canaria, with lots of events taking place here during the year, like the Maspalomas Gay Pride or the Dunas Festival. The are is a mix of all cultures and nationalities, with tourists coming during these events from all over the world, even Australia or the USA.
What to do in Playa del Ingles
Playa del Ingles is for sure the liveliest resort in Gran Canaria and the best choice if you are into partying all night long. There are lots of bars and concerts and events all year long, with the Yumbo Center being a popular place for those who want to party until morning hours.
From Playa del Ingles you are also very close to Maspalomas and San Agustin, so there are lots of places to explore during the day, within immediate reach from where you are staying.
Water sports are also extremely popular in Playa del Ingles, well known as a good place for surfing, windsurfing & kitesurfing. The Aqualand Water Park is also located here and it’s a great day out especially for families, with lots of rides to enjoy for all ages.
Where to go shopping in Playa del Ingles
In terms of shopping in Playa del Ingles, you have several commercial centers like Centro Comercial Tropical and Centro Comercial Anexo II. For a more local experience, you can try going to the San Fernando market, which is just a short taxi ride away from Playa del Ingles.
The Maspalomas Dunes are one of the top attractions in Gran Canaria
2. Maspalomas
Maspalomas is the best place in Gran Canaria for LGBT tourism
Maspalomas is famous for the incredible natural surroundings and the natural reserve of the Dunes of Maspalomas, from where you can walk towards Playa del Ingles or towards the lighthouse, called El Faro de Maspalomas, which makes for a very photogenic place on the island.
Maspalomas is a worldwide popular destination for LGBT tourism, due to its proximity to Playa del Ingles and the Yumbo center.
Maspalomas is also a popular place to stay for naturists since it is home to one of the most popular nudist beaches in Gran Canaria.
What to do in Maspalomas
The central point of the place are the dunes, with kilometers of golden sand to enjoy a private day on the beach. You can read more in our article about the Maspalomas Sand Dunes, but this is a favorite place for birdwatchers as well, so it should not be missed even if you are not staying in this part of the island.
If you are here on a family holiday, you may want to visit Palmitos Park, which is great for a day of exploration with the kids, who will enjoy seeing the animals and the shows.
The promenade between Maspalomas and Meloneras also offers a great place to walk in the evening and enjoy the views, plus you will find many restaurants and shops along the way.
Amadores beach in Puerto Rico has clear water ideal for swimming
3. Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
Puerto Rico is the best place in Gran Canaria for families
Puerto Rico is ideal for families due to a large number of family-oriented hotels and plenty of restaurants where you can try the local cuisine. The resort has easy access to two great beaches, Puerto Rico Beach and Playa Amadores. With clean and calm waters, these beaches are ideal for kids and for days of chilling in the sun.
What to do in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is the ideal choice if you want a chilled holiday in the sun, with everything you need close by. Both beaches – Puerto Rico and Amadores are close to bars and restaurants, there are plenty of facilities like sunbeds, parasols and even lifeguards on site. If you want all the comfort that a resort can provide, then this is the best place for you in Gran Canaria.
From Puerto Rico, it is easy to get to Arguineguin, a fishing village where lots of locals still live and you can get a sense of the local atmosphere. On Fridays, you can make a short trip to Mogan and visit the popular market, where tourists come from all over the island.
There are lots of boat trips or fishing trips that you can do from Puerto Rico and the resort has plenty of activities and things to do for kids, from mini-golf courses to an Angry Birds Activity Park, which guarantees a few hours of fun for the kids.
Where to shop and eat in Puerto Rico
The best place is the Puerto Rico Shopping Centre, which is right in the heart of the action. Europa Shopping Centre is also another great spot for food and shopping, with many great restaurants and bars. Currently, the Puerto Rico Shopping Centre is undergoing total renovations, so it will take a while until it reopens.
Beach in Puerto de Mogan – a great place for a romantic couple’s holiday in Gran Canaria
4. Puerto de Mogan
Puerto de Mogan is the best place for couples in Gran Canaria for a romantic holiday
Puerto de Mogan is sometimes named the Little Venice of Gran Canaria and the place does have a certain charm, unique on the island.
The view of the marina with the many white boats makes for a luxurious atmosphere and everything around, from hotels, shops to restaurants are more upscale compared to the rest of the south.
The atmosphere is chilled and relaxed, ideal for a romantic couples holiday in Gran Canaria.
What to do in Puerto de Mogan
The beach is a great place to spend the day. Playa de Mogan is quiet and relaxed, with golden sand and clear calm waters, due to the breakwater. It is safe for kids and although there are no sun loungers, you will always find your own private spot, where you can sit and just enjoy the lovely view.
If you want to do a bit of walking, we advise you to go up the mountain to Mirador de Mogan and enjoy the full view of the marina. It is lovely, especially in the evenings.
You can also explore more the town’s surroundings, starting with the Mogan Ravine (Barranco de Mogan).
Puerto de Mogan is a great place to choose if you don’t know where to go in Gran Canaria and you want to explore the island because you have easy access to all of the southern towns and resorts, but also the west coast and the center so it’s great for day trips and discovering the beauty of the island.
Shopping in Mogan
Shopping Center Plaza Mogan has a lot of restaurant options, from tapas bars to Indian and Mexican restaurants. Puerto Mogan hosts one of the island’s largest markets on Fridays when visitors from all other resorts come here for a day trip.
At Mercado Mogan (or Mercadillo Mogan) you will find everything, from souvenirs to cheap clothes and even fake handbags and watches, plus food stalls where you can enjoy a bite to eat while watching other people shop.
5. San Agustin
Stay in San Agustin if you want to be in a quiet area of Gran Canaria, but still close to all the action in Maspalomas
San Agustin is the best area for a quiet holiday in Gran Canaria
Close both to Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas, you will find the small resort of San Agustin. This is a great choice if all you want to do is to relax and maybe pop in for one evening in one of the resorts nearby for a night of fun.
The Melia Tamarindos Hotel is probably the best choice in San Agustin, offering amazing rooms and quality services, plus a very nice and good restaurant.
Paseo Costa Canaria will take you all the way over to Playa del Ingles, so you still have easy access to the nightlife scene if you want to get a taste of the club scene here. San Agustin combines the best of both worlds: the need for a quiet and relaxing holiday in Gran Canaria, with the option to enjoy the best nightlife on the islands, only a few minutes away by taxi.
Playa de Las Canteras in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
6. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is the perfect place for digital nomads in Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is well known as a favorite destination for digital nomads, due to the fact that it is part of Spain, it enjoys lovely weather and there are many co-working spaces in town. The nomad scene is constantly growing, you have events like Nomad City happening, and also the Nomad Cruise frequently comes to the harbor in Las Palmas. The internet in the city is fast, you have at least 2 co-living spaces and plenty of co-working spaces or even cafes that can accommodate visitors who come with their laptops for the day.
What to do in Las Palmas
The city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the capital of the Canary Islands, along with Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The city is very modern and vibrant and full of life, so you will see some buildings with edgy architecture, along with typical Canarian buildings, a mix of styles that is very representative of the city’s way of life.
You can fill your days simply by walking through the city, going from the famous Las Canteras beach to beautiful parks and gardens like the botanical garden – Jardin Canario or the Doramas Park. The city also hosts a few museums, including a Canarian Museum, where you can find out more about the history of these islands and their culture and traditions.
In Las Palmas, you will some of the best restaurants in Gran Canaria, like El Churrasco, a great steakhouse where you can have a fabulous meal.
In terms of co-living spaces for digital nomads, you have 2 options: CWC CoworkingC and Restation.
Las Palmas is a great choice as a base for digital nomads especially during the winter months, when people may be wanting to escape the cold in continental Europe, but you may also prefer to be closer to home than in some other popular destinations in Asia. Gran Canaria is located just 4-5 hours away by plane from most European capitals, so if you need to fly to Europe frequently, this is a good option for setting a base.
Shopping in Las Palmas
The largest shopping center in Las Palmas is called Las Arenas and here you will find most of the big brands, the usual that you can find in big shopping malls.
On Sundays there is also a flea market at the San Telmo Park, so you should visit if you are there on that day, just to see if you can find something unique and different.
Meloneras is the best area for honeymooners in Gran Canaria
7. Meloneras
Meloneras is the best area to stay in Gran Canaria if you’re looking for a luxury holiday.
In Meloneras and Costa Meloneras, you will find a large concentration of premium hotels, so it’s the right place to be if you want to have a premium experience in Gran Canaria.
Meloneras is a great area for a honeymoon in Gran Canaria and it could also be the best place for those looking to organize their wedding celebration or vows renewal while on the island.
Meloneras is located right next to Maspalomas, so you are close to the main nightlife area in Gran Canaria, only a short taxi ride away and you’ll be in the middle of the action.
Taurito is an ideal place in Gran Canaria for family holidays
8. Taurito
Taurito is a good place to stay for couples and families away from the large resorts of Gran Canaria.
Tucked away between Puerto de Mogan and Puerto Rico, Taurito is a small resort with a very laid-back atmosphere.
As opposed to the larger and noisier resorts like Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles, Taurito is a great resort for families with kids coming to Gran Canaria on holiday.
The resort has a small beach that is usually peaceful and quiet, ideal for sunbathing and relaxation.
Lago Taurito is a small waterpark ideal for kids, so if you’re looking for a place where you can have a relaxed family holiday in Gran Canaria, Taurito might be the best spot for you.
As you’ve seen already, you have plenty of choices when you’re trying to decide on where to stay in Gran Canaria.
This island just has so much to offer, from green and lush landscapes to fantastic beaches and authentic villages, that still keep the charm from the good old days, when mass tourism hadn’t arrived on the island.
Playa de las Nieves in Agaete, Gran Canaria
9. Agaete
Agaete is a great place to stay if you want to visit the northern coast of Gran Canaria.
Located in the northwest of Gran Canaria, Agaete is a beautiful little place to spend your holidays, where you can enjoy some of the most amazing sunsets in Gran Canaria.
Best places to stay in Agaete
Best Hotel: Hotel & Spa Cordial Roca Negra **** (amazing views, swimming pools, has a SPA and gym)
Unique location: Hotel Rural Las Longueras *** (stay in the middle of an orange, mango and papaya tree plantation in Agaete Valley)
Private stays: Harizan apartment (patio, sea views, a seating area, satellite TV) • Seaside Villa – Agaete (300 m from Punta Gorda Beach, offers access to a patio and free private parking)
Agaete some really amazing views and visitors used to come here to see the natural monument known as Dedo de Dios (God’s Finger), which was unfortunately destroyed back in 2005 during the Delta tropical storm.
The large harbor known as f Puerto de las Nieves is also located in Agaete and it’s the starting point for the Fred Olsen ferry that links Gran Canaria to Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
We would recommend staying in Agaete especially during the summer months, but also in September and October. If you’re visiting Gran Canaria in winter and you’re looking for the area with the hottest weather, then you should stay in the south of the island, where you have the best chances for sunny times and high temperatures.
Where to Stay in Gran Canaria ✔️ 6 Areas (+Hotels&Airbnbs)
As the second most populated island on the Canary Archipelago, Gran Canaria offers an impressive diversity in terms of culture, landscape, and climate. But the variety of the island continues with its accommodation options which is why I am writing this article – to give you a full list of recommendations of the best places for where to stay in Gran Canaria.
It’s no surprise that the island has been a holiday destination all year round for many decades. I mean… it gets an average of 320 sunny days every year! However, Gran Canaria’s northern part is different from its south of the island, so in this article you will find out my tips for staying in each of its most popular resort areas.
Contents
If you are in a Hurry
1. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – for beaches
2. Maspalomas – for a fun experience
3. Playa del Ingles – for nightlife and clubbing
4. Gran Canaria Puerto Rico – for families
5. Puerto de Mogan – for couples
6. San Agustín – for a quiet holiday
BONUS: Best Hotels by Interest/Type of Travelers
If you are not sure which part of the island will best suit your travel needs, start reading my short breakdown of areas in Gran Canaria below. You will find out some more info about the best places to stay on the island depending on what kind of experience you are looking for.
Once you have decided on the area you want to stay, you can glance at the hotels or apartments that match your needs for that long-awaited sunny escape. Either you want to spend your days on the beach, sample some Spanish food with friends and family or dance until the early hours, Gran Canaria has it all.
In the list below I’ve included various options for travelers in the most popular cities, neighbourhoods and villages on the island of Gran Canaria to help you plan your holiday well and know where you want to spend your days.
If you are in a Hurry
Here is my selection of hotels in Gran Canaria, along with guest lofts and family-friendly apartments, from luxury to reasonably priced that won’t break the bank.
luxury hotel
Veintiuno Emblematic Hotels
Best luxury hotel
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airbnb
Apartment with spectacular views
An Airbnb with amazing reviews
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mid-range hotel
AC HOTEL IBERIA LAS PALMAS
Best value for money
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budget hotel
Hotel Boutique Bedandchic
Affordable accommodation in the center
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Here is a handy map to help you visualize where to stay in Gran Canaria. These are the best areas to stay in for visitors and I will be talking about each one in this post.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for beaches
Maspalomas for a fun experience
Playa del Ingles for nightlife and clubbing
Puerto Rico for families
Puerto de Mogan for couples
San Agustin for a quiet holiday
1. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – for beaches
If you are looking for beautiful beaches with a mix of culture, history and plenty of shops, the capital Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is one of the best places to stay on the island. The beach is not the only attraction here – the cosmopolitan capital offers trendy bars, high-street shopping, and historic monuments as well.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria boasts plenty of beaches with extensive golden sands, making it a great choice for beach lovers who want to lay on the beach all day long. One of the most famous beaches is Las Canteras Beach, which is surrounded by discos, pubs, bars and restaurants. Las Canteras is also a great spot for windsurfers and kite surfers, because the south end of the beach has no reefs and the waves are ideal for surfing.
Apart from beaches, Las Palmas has plenty of sightseeing opportunities such as museums, churches and art galleries. La Vegueta, the oldest quarter of the city, is the perfect place to explore in the mornings while it’s still not so hot. After wandering around the old part of the city, you can rest in some of the cafes while admiring the charming cathedral.
Luxury hotel
Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel 5*GL
A beautiful, classy 5-star resort featuring a rooftop pool and restaurant that gives stunning views over the city of Las Palmas. Access to wellness center and spa, as well as gym is also available. This is the type of hotel that you will rarely find these days – make sure to book that perfect getaway!
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Other accommodation options in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Airbnb
El hogar del viajero
A completely renovated apartment within walking distance to supermarkets and shops of all kinds
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mid-range
budget
Best things to do in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Visit the famous Las Canteras beach and promenade famous Paseo de Las Canteras
Explore the botanical gardens of Jardin Canario or Doramas Park
Hike Roque Nublo for the most iconic views of the city
Explore Poema del Mar, the best aquarium in Gran Canaria
Climb up to the top of Catedral de Santa Ana for panoramic views
Explore the history of the Canary Islands in Museo Canario
2. Maspalomas – for a fun experience
In the south part of the island of Gran Canaria, you will find Maspalomas. This popular resort town is known for its huge stretch of sand dunes which make it stand out from the other places to stay in Gran Canaria. Children will enjoy climbing and rolling down on them.
Maspalomas is all about fun – you can choose from plenty of activities here, such as trying some water sports or even paragliding. Or you can just sit back and relax with a cocktail in a beach side bar.
Standing proud above the sand dunes, Maspalomas Lighthouse or El Faro is another important icon of the very essence of Maspalomas that is well worth a visit. You can walk up the stairs to the viewing area to get breathtaking ocean views and snap some photos. If you wish to eat or drink, there are some lovely places that offer international as well as local cuisine.
But that’s not all – Maspalomas has some amazing water parks and theme parks that allow you to spend fun time with family. For the adrenaline seekers, I suggest the Aqualand Maspalomas (a water park with a multitude of slides) or Holiday World (an amusement park with roller coasters, wheels and toy cars).
Luxury hotel
Hotel Riu Gran Canaria – All Inclusive
Get ready for the best holiday in Gran Canaria Maspalomas! Hotel Riu Gran Canaria is an all-inclusive resort that guarantees a magnificent holiday with everything you need. The swimming is amazing and worth a dip!
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Other accommodation options in Maspalomas de Gran Canaria
Airbnb
Apartment with spectacular views
A stunning apartment located at the highest point of Monte Rojo, so the spectacular sea views are all yours!
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mid-range
Club Vista Selena
A fully equipped apartment with all the facilities you need for a holiday in Gran Canaria
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budget
Sailboat apartment
Experience a unique accommodation in a yacht! It may be small, but it’s well-equipped and comfortable, perfect for a romantic getaway
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Top things to do in Maspalomas
Stop by the biggest attraction in the area, Maspalomas dunes
Have a fun-filled day with your kids at Palmitos Park
Stroll along the promenade of Maspalomas and Meloneras
Have a romantic seaside picnic on the sandy beaches
Awaken your inner child at Holiday World
Taste superb Indian food at Zayka Authentic Indian Cuisine
3. Playa del Ingles – for nightlife and clubbing
If you are a night owl looking for where to stay in Gran Canaria, then I recommend Playa del Ingles. Although Playa del Ingles is not as popular for its nightlife as Tenerife or Lanzarote, it does hold some of the most famous nightclubs.
During the day, this area is peaceful and relaxing but when the night comes, it transforms into a vibrant night scene. The promenade is lined up with bars, shops, pubs and nightclubs that produce boisterous music until sunrise. Why not embrace the local, popping nightlife with a cheeky cocktail at Atelier Cocktail Baror try the more laid-back Tipsy Hammock Bar?
Playa del Inglés is the real heaven on earth for shopaholics. Can you imagine 12 shopping centers all in one place that sell everything, from electronic goods to tacky souvenirs? Moreover, the centers such as Kasbah Shopping Center, hold many restaurants for a bite to eat as well as trendy bars and clubs with a wide variety of drinks.
So, if you are all about dancing the night away, then Playa del Ingles is the number one holiday resort in Gran Canaria for you.
Luxury hotel
Labranda Marieta – Adults only
Just a few metres from the beach at Playa del Ingles, this all-inclusive resort features a heated outdoor swimming pool, giving you the opportunity to enjoy it anytime you want. You can swim even when the temperatures are a bit chilly!
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Other accommodation options in Playa del Ingles de Gran Canaria
Airbnb
Entire apartment in Playa del Ingles
Just 50m from Playa del Inglés, you’ll find this bright, fully furnished apartment at a reasonable price!
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mid-range
budget
Apartamentos Ecuador
Within walking distance to a shopping center, this basic apartment is the best option if you’re travelling on a budget
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Top things to do in Playa del Inglés
Enjoy lots of rides at Aqualand Water Park
Take a short taxi ride to San Fernando Market
Shop until you drop at Yumbo Centre
Take a break from shopping at Templo Ecumenico el Salvador
Stroll along the promenade of Paseo Costa Canaria
Enjoy the local craft shops and upscale boutiques
4. Gran Canaria Puerto Rico – for families
Located in the south west, Puerto Rico (don’t mix it up with another Puerto Rico – the country/US territory) is the best family friendly resort to stay in Gran Canaria. Playa Amadores is also a family friendly beach that will keep your kids occupied while you enjoy the chill beach vibes. It’s a great choice for toddlers and young swimmers, since the water is calm and the sand is soft and warm.
Puerto Rico has a lot of exciting activities for your children to spend their energy which is why it makes the best family holiday destination. Your kids will definitely love a day trip to Ocean Fun Park, a water park that guarantees a fun-packed day.
Teenagers can entertain themselves with water sports, but you can also take a boat tour to explore dolphins and whales. How cool is that?
The promenade in Puerto Rico is filled up with bars, restaurants, outdoor activities such as a mini golf course and trampolines, and two public swimming pools, so it’s no wonder it’s one of the best places to stay for a family holiday.
From Puerto Rico, you can easily reach Arguineguin, a fishing village where you can have all the comfort you need. Just a short taxi ride away, your little ones can walk through the botanical gardens and witness a dolphin show at Palmitos Park.
Luxury hotel
Riu Vistamar – All Inclusive
This ideal, top-notch all-inclusive resort in Puerto Rico offers a great pool area that allows you to relax in comfort. An excellent treatment is also guaranteed. Oh, yeah, wait for those impressive sunset views!
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Other accommodation options in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria
Airbnb
mid-range
budget
Top things to do in Puerto Rico Gran Canaria
Chill out in the sun at Playa Amadores, Gran Canaria
Spend a few fun hours at Angry Birds Activity Park
See amazing creatures like dolphins and whales at Puerto Rico Harbour
Visit the Puerto Rico Market and buy some tasty local food
Get yourself to Xtreeemzfor some 70’s and 80’s music
Indulge into scuba diving or snorkelling with Blue Water Diving
5. Puerto de Mogan – for couples
Puerto de Mogan is quite different from the other places to stay in Gran Canaria I mentioned above. It’s still a touristic place that has remained untouched and has not lost its typical local taste.
Puerto de Mogan, or as locals like to call it, Little Venice of Gran Canaria makes the best romantic getaway on the Canary Islands. Yeah, it really reminds me of Venice with the series of small waterways and canals running through the place!
With its picturesque streets accompanied by a historic architecture and bougainville flowers, Puerto de Mogan invites couples for a romantic walk. Playa de Mogan is a nice, quiet beach where you will always find your own remote shelter to lay down and rest in tranquillity. With everything at hand, this quiet, little fishing village is a great place to relax with your partner.
The numerous hotels close to the beach offer the most breathtaking sunset views and the charming marina is well-known for its postcard worthy houses. Why not top it off with a romantic dinner at an Italian restaurant? I suggest eating out at Caravaggio Italian Restaurant, a fantastic little gem that promises a lovely atmosphere on the island.
Luxury hotel
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Gran Canaria Mogan
Spend quiet mornings at one of the most faultless hotels with fantastic swimming pools and spotlessly clean rooms. Located within walking distance to the beach, this hotel in Gran Canaria allows you to soak up sun tranquility, unlike any other hotels in the area.
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Other accommodation options in Puerto de Mogan Gran Canaria
Airbnb
Casa Kevin
A very nice apartment, just a few minutes from the harbour and the beach
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mid-range
budget
Nice Studio for Two
Lovely little apartment in the middle of Puerto de Mogan surrounded by tons of restaurants, shops, and the beach!
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Top things to do in Puerto de Mogan
Spend a quiet and relaxed day at Playa de Mogan, Gran Canaria
Enjoy a full view of the marina at Mirador de Puerto de Mogan
Explore the surroundings such as Mogan Ravine
Visit Mercado Mogan, one of the largest markets on the Canary Islands
Recharge your batteries at Mogan Mall Shopping Center
Stretch your legs in Barranco de Mogan
6. San Agustín – for a quiet holiday
Just a short drive from both Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles, you will reach San Agustin, the best holiday choice if you want to relax and escape the big crowds on the island. This town has much calmer and quieter beach, with unique, darkly colored sand.
Here you will not struggle to find an empty spot, as it provides plenty of room both for tourists and locals. Since the beach is very well protected from the waves, it’s one of the best places for scuba diving and snorkelling. Along the promenade, you will also find a wide selection of bars, cafes and seafood restaurants.
San Agustin offers the best of both worlds – the very much needed relaxing holiday with the opportunity to discover the best nightlife, only a few minutes away. Despite being a popular tourist hotspot, it has remained a pretty chilled out area for those who want to have some time alone and enjoy someone else’s company.
So, if you are looking for something more laid-back, San Agustin is the place to stay in Gran Canaria.
Luxury hotel
Meliá Tamarindos
Overlooking San Agustin beach, Melia Tamarindos Hotel is set in large gardens with palms and a swimming pool that contribute to a calm and charming atmosphere. This is one of the best places to stay in Gran Canaria if you want to recharge and rest in tranquility.
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Other accommodation options in San Agustin de Gran Canaria
Airbnb
mid-range
B´SLOW San Agustín
Escape the kids for a week to a chilled out gem at a prime location in Gran Canaria
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budget
Monte Feliz
A quiet little resort hotel with excellent facilities that makes a great value for money
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Top things to do in San Agustin
Have a romantic seaside picnic on a black volcanic sandy beach
Head to Playa de Las Burras for the best surfing waves
Take in the beautiful scenery at Strandpromenade San Agustin
Sample international cuisine at Sapore di Mare Gran Canaria
Experience the wild west at Sioux City
Explorethe area of San Agustin on an adventurous coastal tour
👑 Luxury price:
€300
💵 Mid-range hotel:
€100
🛏️ Budget:
€35
🏠 Airbnb:
€80
💰 Accommodation prices:
Medium
📍 Best Area:
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
🛎️ Best luxury hotel:
VEINTIUNO Emblematic Hotels
👛 Best budget hotel:
Hotel Boutique Bed and chic
BONUS: Best Hotels by Interest/Type of Travelers
Gran Canaria is the place to come if you want to soak up some sunshine while laying on a sandy beach, dance until the early hours, or spend family time exploring theme parks and water parks. There are so many reasons why anyone could visit the island and so as a bonus I decided to list the most common types to help you choose your place even faster:
Family vacation
Being among the sunniest places for where to stay in Gran Canaria, Puerto Rico draws families to enjoy the calm beach and crystal clear waters all year round. Thanks to the wide range of entertaining activities, such as dolphin watching cruises, glass bottom excursions, thrilling rides and exciting water slides, it makes it even more popular when visiting with families.
Here are some of the best family-oriented hotels:
Gloria Palace Royal Hotel & Spa
Bahia Blanca
Revoli
Shopping and nightlife
Playa del Inglés is the go-to place if you fancy large shopping centers with a variety of boutiques and shops. Here you will find Kasbah, Yumbo Centrum, and Plaza. But that’s not all. Playa del Ingles is known for the best nightlife on the island of Gran Canaria, and nightlife here takes place in these major shopping centers. Yeah, it’s true! These shopping centers transform into nightclubs after dark. 🙂
HD Parque Cristobal Gran Canaria
Apartamentos Strelitzias
Tagoror Beach Apartments
Adults only hotels
If you are looking for impeccable scenery, charming amenities, maximum level of comfort and tranquillity, and romantic meals, – all of these without children around, check out these adult friendly hotels below. Set in a romantic location, adults only hotels allow you to relax and reconnect with your loved one in privacy. So why not make this vacation all about you?
Corallium Beach by Lopesan Hotels
Servatur Casablanca Suites & Spa
Bohemia Suites & Spa
Conclusion
As you have seen from my list, you have plenty of mid-range and budget accommodation choices, comfy Airbnbs and outstanding hotels when trying to decide on where to stay in Gran Canaria. This island has so much to offer that you won’t get bored easily on your holiday in Gran Canaria. From fantastic beaches to unique villages, premium hotels and peaceful resorts, Gran Canaria will give you the best experience you could possibly think of.
Las Palmas, Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas and Puerto Rico are the best and most liveliest resorts on the island of Gran Canaria, whereas Puerto Mogan and San Agustin in my opinion are the best for those seeking a holiday at a slower pace and with less crowds.
To wrap up, I recommend booking a room at Santa Catalina – it will make your holiday escape exceptional. It’s just a great place to relax by the quiet pool area and extensive gardens. The wellness center provides hot tubs, Turkish baths, and beauty treatments to make you feel pampered. Another option is Club Vista Serena which is located in an intimate environment and provides spotlessly clean apartments, just a few miles from the beach.
I hope you enjoyed reading my article one where to stay in Gran Canaria. Please share it with friends and family if you found it useful. Also, don’t forget to comment if you want to share your thoughts or if you have any questions.
Enjoy your journey to Gran Canaria and get back home safely!
Yulia
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Beaches and resorts – Gran Canaria
Maspalomas is the most important resort on the island of Gran Canaria. In more depth, Maspalomas is a chain of several nearby resorts along the coast, each of which gives you the opportunity to choose a unique place for your vacation: these are fashionable 5-star hotels of the respectable Campo International, which pleasantly immerse you in sleep, and in the neighborhood in the democratic and cheerful Playa del Inglés, the fun is just beginning for you.
Maspalomas stretched along the coast for 17 kilometers and united 6 resorts of Gran Canaria: Bahía Feliz, San Agustin, Playa del Ingles, Campo Campo International, Meloneras, Pasito Blanco
The heart of Maspalomas can rightfully be called Playa del Inglés , which is a city of tourism in the form of a triangle only of hotels and hotel complexes, restaurants and bars, discos and shops. The resort got its name from the English sailors, who at the beginning of the twentieth century loved to rest stormily on this coast. Life in this place is bustling day and night, so Playa del Ingles can be called a place for people who want fun from life. If we take the summer period, then the resort is indeed one of the most popular holiday destinations for young people from Europe from 18 to 30 years old, and in scope is second only to Benidorm. But, with all the gaiety and youth of the Playa del Ingles resort, tourists from 30 years old can find a lot of entertainment here to their taste.
This resort has many times more apartments and hotels than the rest of the coastal resorts combined. There is a free bus service between the beach and the hotels. most hotels are equated to a democratic price group and are located at a small distance from the ocean. Although most tourists choose the path on foot (about 1 km).
On the 4 km long Playa del Inglés beach, which smoothly merges into the sand dunes in the west, there is a large shopping center AnexoII, with many cafes and restaurants offering pleasant lunches and snacks, and various shops and stalls where you can buy every little thing . And not far from this center you can find water activities.
Much less noisy, but at the same time solid is the resort Campo International , which is a stretch of coastline a little west of Playa del Inglés. Due to its nature (lots of greenery) Campo International is one of the respectable resorts of Maspalomas. A place called “Oasis” next to the ocean is a natural palm oasis that houses some of the most expensive hotels Gran Canaria .
A local landmark is one of the largest and oldest lighthouses in the entire archipelago of the Canary Islands, which is already 120 years old. The lighthouse is also an architectural monument and one of the symbols of Maspalomas. Basically, in Campo International, a low-rise style of architecture prevails, it is calm, not noisy, comfortable and, most importantly, prestigious!
A large golf course replaces many hotels, and you can relax from the hustle and bustle of a big city or a stormy night by watching rare species of birds that live on a freshwater lake. “Oasis” is located at the beginning (well, or at the end – depending on where you look from) the beach of Playa de Maspalomas, and after some 200 meters, immediately after the lake, sand dunes begin.
Not far from the sports port and the lighthouse of Pasito Blanco is the new resort Meloneras . This resort does not have its own sandy beach, it is designed for the prospect of opening a port for pleasure boats. Although, if you decide to soak up the beach under the warm sun, a short walk to Playa de Maspalomas will not take you much energy.
The Meloneras resort infrastructure already includes a long promenade for leisurely walks, the commercial center of Varadero, a golf course and several relatively young hotels with impressive green areas, among which the most noticeable is the Gran Hotel Costa Meloneras, which has one of the two casinos located in Maspalomas. Also in Meloneras is the Palace of Congresses.
Two more small resorts – small Bahia Feliz and San Agustin are located in the opposite direction from Meloneros at the end of the coast of Maspalomas. They are not much apart from other resorts. Bahia Feliz is a favorite place for windsurfers. In this resort you will find 2 surf centers, the head of one is Bjorn Dankenberk – a multiple world champion. Although this resort is very close to the airport, it will not be of interest to those tourists at all, because. in winter, strong winds will not let you relax on the beach.
San Agustín the same quiet place with hotels located on the first line and a good gray sand beach, which is very popular with locals. A respectable public loves to relax and improve their health at this resort because of the best private medical clinics in the archipelago and one of the largest thalassotherapy centers in Europe.
The black sandy beach is not blown by the wind, because protected by low mountains. From the entertainment in the resorts of San Agustin and Bahia Feliz, you will find – karting, helicopter rides and parachuting, and for lovers of the exotic – a village in the style of the “Wild West” and the “Garbos” show.
Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogan are two smaller resorts with a special climate, very popular during the winter season.
Puerto Rico has a small beach where you can take boat trips, windsurf, fish in the ocean. Puerto de Mogan is located on the site of an old fishing village. There, you will see traditional architecture, flowering streets descending to the harbor, where dozens of yachts are moored and where you can taste freshly cooked fish in a local restaurant.
Puerto Rico is the second most important resort on the island after Maspalomas. A few decades ago, Puerto Rico was a small fishing port on the Atlantic Ocean. And now this resort has become popular among European tourists vacationing with children. Several dozen outwardly identical apartments and hotels built in the typical early 80s style are located on the rocky slopes of this beautiful place.
The port that the resort inherited from its historical past is now divided by the beach and has a right and a left side. Large ships are not allowed to enter this port, so you will see many boats, yachts and catamarans there. Puerto Rico is the center of water sports in the south of the island of Gran Canaria.
If you want to explore the sea on a glass-bottom boat, rent a yacht, go water skiing or jet skiing, go diving or catch the biggest fish, this is the resort for you! And not much about fishing. You can catch blue marlin, tuna and other large fish weighing hundreds of kilograms, thus making your holiday unforgettable.
Take a photo in front of your catch and immediately send the photo to your friends – let them envy! Of course, huge specimens do not come across every day, as in any fishing in any other place, but you will not be able to return without fish at all. In fact, on the island of Gran Canaria, namely in the waters of this place, many world records in fishing were set.
In the resort of Puerto Rico, of course, you will find commercial centers with many shops, bars and restaurants, discos and other entertainment will not let you get bored. A walk of about 1 km from Puerto Rico will take you to the next beach called Amadores, along which a shopping area is equipped. This is one of the best beaches on the island!
Resort Arguineguin Just like Puerto Rico dates back long before the era of mass tourism. Arguineguin is located between Puerto Rico and Maspalomas and is a small town with a peaceful atmosphere and nice restaurants offering fresh fish.
Modest, quiet and peaceful Arguineguin smoothly transitions into the luxurious tourist area of Patalavaca. In the same place you will find a good timeshare club “Anfi del Mar” with a snow-white beach specially brought from the opposite coast of the Atlantic. Despite the fact that Arguineguin and Patalavaca are secluded, Puerto Rico or Maspalomas can be reached by car in a matter of minutes.
Puerto de Mogan is the westernmost and last resort in this part of the coast of Gran Canaria. Further – only impregnable cliffs and mountains, the beauties of which you can admire either from the ocean or from the Mirador del Balcon observation deck. Puerto de Mogan is both a yacht port and a small but very interesting resort built in the Andalusian, i.e. traditional for the south of continental Spain style. A leisurely stroll through Puerto de Mogan will give you a lot of pleasure and give you the opportunity to take many photos for memory.
Worth seeing are the miniature snow-white houses with bright framing, which form narrow pedestrian streets buried in blooming bougainvilleas. The locals even call this village the Venice of the Canaries, because the canals and bridges give it a certain resemblance to the famous Italian city.
The resort of Puerto de Mogane has good restaurants and souvenir shops, visiting which will give you pleasant emotions. Namely, in the souvenir shops of Puerto de Mogana you can buy art products of Canarian artisans. In the village you can choose where to stay, mostly apartments, but there is also a good Cordial Mogan Playa hotel located three hundred meters from the beach. On Friday you can visit the big market. And for information: a pleasure boat runs between Puerto Mogan, Puerto Rico and Arguineguin.
General information about sun loungers and deckchairs on the beaches around the island. On each tourist beach of Gran Canaria there are sun loungers and sunbeds with umbrellas and they are paid from 3.50 euros per unit for the whole day, of course, if you left it for a long time, then it will be reassigned to another visitor, inspectors collect money for rent, come up themselves and after payment, they hang a number on your rented sunbed.
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Radisson Blu Resort Gran Canaria
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Hotel in La Playa de Arguineguin
Offering rooms with large balconies and ocean views, Radisson Blu Gran Canaria Resort offers 2 children’s pools and 2 outdoor pools, one of which is filled with sea water.
Very cool place, great breakfast, great pool area. Near the beach.
Hotel for 5+. Friendly staff and very nice view from the room. I am delighted
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Palm Oasis Maspalomas
3 stars
Hotel in Sonnenland, Maspalomas
Offering views of the Maspalomas Dunes and the Atlantic Ocean, Palm Oasis Maspalomas enjoys a peaceful location surrounded by tropical gardens.
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Club Maspalomas Suites & Spa – Adults Only
4 stars
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Hotel in Maspalomas
Club Maspalomas Suites are an Adults Only, located in the quiet Campo Internacional area of Maspalomas, Gran Canaria.
the little houses are really cool and the pool is very nice too. good breakfast
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Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
5 stars
Hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Surrounded by a large garden, Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway 5*GL is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a 5-minute walk from Las Palmas Marina.
The best hotel on the island! We left champagne and a cake in the room for my birthday. Lovely rooftop bar and pool. We will definitely be back 🙂
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Hotel Catalina Plaza Sostenible
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Hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Featuring a restaurant, shared lounge, garden and free WiFi, Hotel Catalina Plaza Sostenible is set in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 250 meters from Las Canteras Beach and 1 km from Las Alcaravaneras.
Great location, good for a touristic stay in Las Palmas, directely at Catalina Park.
Very clean room, comfortable beds (even if a bit hard) and great furniture.
Modern bathroom and the shower is a great experience as well!
We payed 72€ for one night and think it is a good price you won’t regret.
Public parking nearby for 4€ per calender day.
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Boutique Hotel Cordial Malteses
4 stars
Hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Boutique Hotel Cordial Malteses is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 5 km from Santa Catalina Park and 500 meters from Columbus House Museum.
excellently located in the heart of the city. The room was perfectly clean. the staff is very friendly. Fresh renovation
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Hotel s.XVI
Hotel in Telde
This hotel is located in Telde. The Garidero de la Garita Temple of Bystrada is 5 km from the hotel.Hotel XVI provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, an outdoor…
Breakfast was very good as were the arrangements for social distancing. The old building has been very effectively and tastefully modernised. It is located in the heart of the old Castillian center of this very interesting town. The staff were brilliant: welcoming and very, very helpful.
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La Palmera Hotel Boutique
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Hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
La Palmera Boutique Hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is adults only. It features a shared lounge and a garden.
The hotel staff and management was excellent , very service minded , friendly and professional .
I work as a airline Crew and hotell layovers are a part of my everyday life , This hotel and staff offers that little extra that makes you feel you are truly a premium valued guess for them.
I recommend it without any hesitation.
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VEINTIUNO Emblematic Hotels – Adults Only
4 stars
Hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, in Vegueta neighborhood, VEINTIUNO Emblematic Hotels – Adults Only offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace with views of the cathedral. …
Breakfasts were superb with generous selections and excellent cuisine. Staff were attentive, responsive, and eager to meet our needs. Physically, the property is well located and beautifully designed and decorated.
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Hotel Boutique The Cathedral
Hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Set in the historic center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, The Cathedral Boutique Hotel is an adults-only hotel housed in an 1890 building.
Room was very clean, staff was kind and helpful.
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This hotel is located next to the lighthouse that gives it its name, just a few steps from the south end of Maspalomas Beach. The windows offer sea views.
An ideal hotel that matches everything you expect from a 5 * beach hotel.
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Salobre & Serenity Resort is located a 15-minute drive from the resort town of Maspalomas. It features an 18-hole Salobre golf course, 7 outdoor pools and a spa.
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Set in a tropical garden on Gran Canaria, this luxury complex is 400 meters from the dunes of Maspalomas.
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Servatur Don Miguel – Adults Only in Playa del Ingles provides adults-only accommodation with a restaurant, a bar and a garden.
Everything. We went just for 1 day and we stayed 4
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Hotel Matilde is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 1.2 km from Playa del Confital. This property has a bar, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
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Cordial Vista Acuario is set in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 2.6 km from El Muelle Shopping Center and 2.6 km from Port of Las Palmas.
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Acuario Boutique Hotel is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. There are special offers for children of all ages. It features a terrace and a bar.
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Offering free WiFi, Silken Saaj Las Palmas is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 1 km from Santa Catalina Park. The hotel is less than 1 km from Romano Park.
So far the most beautiful hotel in the city of Las Palmas that I have been to.
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This hotel, located in the picturesque town of Agate, is decorated with an exquisite maritime theme. A luxurious spa is at your service.
The staff is just amazing! The lady at breakfast is super nice and attentive.
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Occidental Roca Negra is located in Agaete. It features a swimming pool and a well-equipped spa. The windows offer sea views. The rooms are air conditioned.
10/10 would recommend. The proximity to natural pools is everything.
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Hotel Pujol was completely renovated in 2007. This friendly, family-run hotel offers comfortable rooms at a great price in a fantastic location in the center of Las Palmas, a few steps from…
The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was better than expected.
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Elba Vecindario Aeropuerto Business & Convention is located in Santa Lucia, 3 km from Pozo Izquierdo Beach. It features a rooftop terrace and swimming pool.
Convenient location, nice clean rooms with balcony.
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Aloe Canteras is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the capital of Gran Canaria, just 30 meters from the beach. It features a sun terrace overlooking Canteras Beach.
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2,061 reviews
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Hotel Emeté Las Canteras is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, within 2.4 km of Playa del Confital and 1.1 km of Centro Comercial El Muelle.
Hotel Emete has a great location just off the promenade.
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Offering a terrace, Ciudad del Mar is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands region, 1. 1 km from Playa del Confital and 1 km from Santa Catalina Park.
Purely comfortable
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Featuring 3-star accommodation, Maresía Canteras Urban Hotel is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, near Las Canteras beach.
very good use of space. modern. simple. clean. amazing comfortable beds.
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Offering views of the Maspalomas Dunes and the Atlantic Ocean, Palm Oasis Maspalomas enjoys a peaceful location surrounded by tropical gardens.
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2 824 reviews
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Club Maspalomas Suites are an Adults Only, located in the quiet Campo Internacional area of Maspalomas, Gran Canaria.
the little houses are really cool and the pool is very nice too. good breakfast
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1 248 reviews
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La Palmera Boutique Hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is adults only. It features a shared lounge and a garden.
The hotel staff and management was excellent , very service minded , friendly and professional .
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168 reviews
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Silvi Villas by TAM Resorts is set in Playa del Inglés, 700 meters from Playa del Cocino and 1.1 km from Yumbo Shopping Centre.
One of the most wonderful resorts on the island in terms of customer service, staff, calmness,…
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9.0
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188 reviews
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The contemporary adults-only Gold Hotel Playa del Ingles is located in Playa del Ingles, 500 meters from the beach.
Our second time at this hotel. Beautiful building, rooms, and pools. Stylish decor.
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543 reviews
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The Nayra Adults Only Hotel is located in Playa del Inglés, Gran Canaria. It features an outdoor pool and sun terrace.
The breakfast and the tranquility of the place.
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249 reviews
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The Seven Wellness Hotel is a gay male-only hotel located in the south of Gran Canaria, next to the Maspalomas Golf Course.
supercool resort. Extremely kind staff, whether it was the reception, room staff, breakfast, lunch,…
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Perfect
556 reviews
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Vista Bonita Resort is for gay guests only. It offers a duplex apartment with a kitchenette and a toilet downstairs.
All the rest, especially the warm welcome by all the staff!
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Perfect
498 reviews
Dunes of Maspalomas
The closeness of the African continent is especially felt among these impressive dunes located in the southern part of the island of Gran Canaria.
Las Canteras beach and promenade
Popular with tourists and locals alike, this long sandy beach is lined with a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues.
Guayadeque Cave Restaurants
Several traditional Canarian restaurants nestled in the caves of the Guayadeque canyon serve interesting dishes such as baked potatoes with salt.
Vegeta District
Stroll through the historic center of Las Palmas, with its colorful façades, charming squares and historic buildings with secluded courtyards.
Guigui Beach
Enjoy the peace and quiet of this secluded beach, accessible only by taxi boat or walking 2 hours from the main road.
Cueva Pintada Archaeological Park
These cave paintings tell of the original islanders who inhabited Gran Canaria long before the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors.
Trekking in Tejeda
These trails pass through a region with great views, deep canyons, volcanic craters and rocky mountains.
Golf
Most of Gran Canaria’s world famous golf courses are located along the south coast of the island.
Bufadero de la Garita
If the sea allows, you will enjoy the amazing sight of water rising up through holes in the rocky coastline.
Tamadaba Pine Forest
This oasis of greenery overlooking the ocean and the neighboring island of Tenerife invites visitors to take a break from the bustling beach life of Gran Canaria.
Many families visiting Gran Canaria enjoyed staying at Seven Hotel & Wellness – Gay Men Only, Vista Bonita – Gay and Lesbian Only Resort and La Palmera Hotel Boutique.
Other popular family-friendly options include Hotel Nayra – Adults Only, Tusity MG Poniente, and Hotel s.XVI.
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Salobre Golf & Resort, Gran Canaria: Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity, Salobre Golf Villa 3 Premium and Villa Las Terrazas 17•Exclusive Chill Out and Pool. are some of the best hotels around.
Couples traveling to Gran Canaria loved staying at La Palmera Hotel Boutique, Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia – Gran Lujo and Suites 1478.
Other hotels in Gran Canaria that have received high ratings from couples include VEINTIUNO Emblematic Hotels – Adults Only, Hotel Nayra – Adults Only and Seven Hotel & Wellness – Gay Men Only.
Gran Canaria has 5,973 hotels you can book on Booking.com.
The following neighborhoods are popular with visitors to Gran Canaria: Campo Internacional Maspalomas, Sonnenland, and Playa del Aguila.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas are popular among guests visiting Gran Canaria.
Parador de Cruz de Tejeda, Hotel Villa Bandama Golf – Adults Only, and Parador de Cruz de Tejeda in Gran Canaria have received great reviews for the views from their hotel rooms.
Visitors to Gran Canaria also appreciated the beautiful views from Suites 1478, Gloria Palace Royal Hotel & Spa and Occidental Roca Negra.
Hotels in Gran Canaria that offer highly-rated breakfasts include Hotel Faro, a Lopesan Collection Hotel – Adults Only, Suites 1478, and Santa Mónica Suites Hotel.
Breakfast at these hotels in Gran Canaria are also highly rated: Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity, Hotel Villa Bandama Golf – Adults Only and Club Maspalomas Suites & Spa – Adults Only.
Popular hotels on Gran Canaria include Club Maspalomas Suites & Spa – Adults Only, Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel and Radisson Blu Resort Gran Canaria.
Palm Oasis Maspalomas, La Palmera Hotel Boutique and VEINTIUNO Emblematic Hotels – Adults Only are also popular in Gran Canaria.
Popular places to stay on Gran Canaria include hotels near Salobre Golf & Resort, Playa de Amadores and Yumbo Centrum.
A 3-star hotel in Gran Canaria costs an average of €97.13 per night; A 4-star hotel in Gran Canaria will cost an average of €147.91 per night. If you’re looking for something special, a 5-star hotel in Gran Canaria costs an average of €233.53 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
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Bungalows Grimanesa Apartment Maspalomas
Bungalows Marbella Golf Apartment Playa del Inglés
Castillo De Sol Apartment Puerto Rico
Colorado Golf Apartment Maspalomas
Conmar Apartment San Augustin
Corona Blanca Apartment Playa del Inglés
Corona Roja Apartments Playa del Inglés
El Greco Apartment (Adults Only) Puerto Rico
Eo Corona Cedral Apartment Puerto Rico
Eo Las Gacelas Apartments Playa del Inglés
Eo Las Rosas Apartments Playa del Inglés
Gran Amadores Apartments
Green Oasis Club (Adults Only) Apartment Maspalomas
Guayarmina Apartment Puerto Rico
Holycan Apartments Playa del Inglés
La Galea Apartment San Augustin
La Venecia De Canarias Apartment Puerto de Mogán
Apartment Las Algas Gran Canaria
Las Barcas Apartment San Augustin
Las Camelias Apartments Playa del Inglés
Las Faluas Apartments Playa del Inglés
Las Gavias Apartment San Augustin
Leticia Del Mar Adults Only Apartment Puerto Rico
Los Cactus Apartments Playa del Inglés
Los Ficus Apartments Playa del Inglés
Los Porches Apartments Playa del Inglés
Lufesa Apartment Puerto Rico
Marina Bayview Gran Canaria – Adults Only Apartment Puerto Rico
Mariposa Del Sol Apartment Patalavaca
Marivista Apartments Playa del Inglés
Oyo Miami Santa Catalina Apartment Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Parque Raquel Apartment Puerto Rico
Parquemar Apartments Playa del Inglés
Paso Chico Apartment Playa del Inglés
Penamar Tour Apartment Puerto Rico
Porlamar Apartment Puerto Rico
Portonovo Apartment Puerto Rico
Puerto Principe Apartment Puerto Rico
Relaxia Los Girasoles Bungalows Apartment Playa del Inglés
Roque Nublo Apartments Playa del Inglés
San Nicolas Apartments Playa del Inglés
Sea View Apartment At Mogan The Taurito Beach
Servatur Barbados Apartment Playa del Inglés
Servatur Montebello Apartment Puerto Rico
Servatur Sun’S Gardens Apartment Maspalomas
Sol Y Paz Apartment Puerto Rico
Suns Gardens Apartment Maspalomas
Taboga – Adults Only Apartments Playa del Inglés
Apartment Tinache Gran Canaria
Turbo Club Maspalomas Apartments
Ura Jardin Del Atlantico Apartment Playa del Inglés
Vista Bella Bungalows Adults Only Apartment Maspalomas
Villa Bungalows Los Arcos Playa del Inglés
Bungalows Cordial Biarritz Hotel Playa del Inglés
Bungalows Cordial Sandy Golf Hotel Maspalomas
Cordial Green Golf Hotel Maspalomas
Hotel San Agustin Beach Arenas San Bartolomo de Tirajana
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Abora Buenaventura By Lopesan Hotels Playa del Inglés
Abora Catarina By Lopesan Hotels Playa del Inglés
Abora Continental By Lopesan Hotels Playa del Inglés
Abora Interclub Atlantic By Lopesan Hotels San Augustin
Ac Hotel Gran Canaria By Marriott
Ac Hotel Iberia Las Palmas By Marriott
Agaete Parque Beach & Pool View
Alcaravaneras Hostel (Adults Only) Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Alhambra Boutique Apartamentos Maspalomas
Apartamentos Amadores Beach
Apartamentos Arimar Puerto Rico
Apartamentos Atis Tirma Playa del Inglés
Apartamentos Babalu Puerto Rico
Apartamentos Casablanca Playa del Inglés
Apartamentos Claveles Park
Apartamentos Fayna Playa del Inglés
Apartamentos Green Ocean Playa del Inglés
Apartamentos Green Park Playa del Inglés
Apartamentos Isla Bonita Puerto Rico
Apartamentos Karina Playa del Inglés
Apartamentos Liberty
Apartamentos Luz Playa
Apartamentos Marinasol San Augustin
Apartamentos Portosol (Adults Only) Puerto Rico
Apartamentos Puerto Bello Puerto Rico
Apartamentos Solana Puerto Rico
Apartamentos Teneguia Playa del Inglés
Apartamentos Teror Gran Canaria
Aparthotel Las Lanzas Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Aparthotel Maracaibo Puerto Rico
Aparthotel Riu Flamingo Playa del Inglés
Apartments At Cala Blanca By Diamond Resorts Taurito
Apartments Sirena Puerto Rico
Arizona Bungalows
Beach Boys Maspalomas Gay Men Only
Bohemia Suites & Spa – Adults Only Playa del Inglés
Bull Costa Canaria & Spa – Only Adults
Bull Dorado Beach & Spa Arguineguin
Bull Escorial & Spa Playa del Inglés
Bull Eugenia Victoria & Spa Playa del Inglés
Bull Reina Isabel & Spa Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Bungalow Maspalomas Lago
Bungalows Corinto 2
Bungalows Miraflor Suites
California Rooms
Calypso Apartments Puerto Rico
Cho Manuel Residence Maspalomas
Club Calimera Esplendido
Club Maspalomas Suites & Spa – Adults Only
Clubhotel Riu Gran Canaria Maspalomas
Corallium Beach By Lopesan Hotels (Adults Only) San Augustine
Corallium Dunamar By Lopesan Hotels (Adults Only) Playa del Inglés
Dunas Don Gregory (Adults Only)
Elba Vecindario Aeropuerto Business & Convention Hotel
Eo Suite Hotel Jardin Dorado Maspalomas
Gloria Palace Amadores Thalasso & Hotel Puerto Rico
Gloria Palace Royal Hotel & Spa Puerto Rico
Gloria Palace San Agustin Thalasso & Hotel
Gran Canaria Princess (Adults Only)
Hl Rondo Hotel Playa del Inglés
Hl Suitehotel Playa Del Ingles – Adults Only
Hostal 7 Soles Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Hostal Albacar Melenara
Hostal Casa De Huespedes San Fernando (Adults Only) Playa del Inglés
Hostal Kasa Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Hostal La Fonda Ingenio
Hotel Aloe Canteras Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Hotel Altamadores Puerto Rico
Hotel Avenida De Canarias Vecindario
Hotel Bandama Golf (Adults Only) Santa Brigida
Hotel Blanca Paloma Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Hotel Boutique Bedandchic Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Hotel Caserio Playa del Inglés
Hotel Concorde Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Hotel Cordial Mogan Playa Puerto de Mogan
Hotel Cristina By Tigotan Las Palmas – Adults Only
Hotel El Castellar Moscardon
Hotel Escuela Santa Brigida
Hotel Faro, A Lopesan Collection Hotel (Adults Only) Maspalomas
Hotel Las Tirajanas San Bartolome
Hotel Los Cascajos San Nicolás
Hotel Nayra – Adults Only Playa del Inglés
Hotel New Folias San Augustin
Hotel Orquidea Bahia Feliz
Hotel Parque Tropical Playa del Inglés
Hotel Puerto De Las Nieves Agaete
Hotel Puerto De Mogan The Senses Collection
Hotel Pujol Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Hotel Riu Palace Meloneras Maspalomas
Hotel Rural Casa De Los Camellos Aguimes
Hotel Rural El Mondalon Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Hotel Rural El Refugio Cruz de Tejeda
Hotel Rural Fonda De La Tea Cruz de Tejeda
Hotel Rural Las Calas Vega de San Mateo
Hotel Rural Las Longueras Agaete
Hotel Rural Maipez The Senses Collection Gran Canaria
Hotel Rural Villa Aguimes
Hotel Sahara Playa Playa del Inglés
Hotel San Agustin Beach Club
Hotel The Anamar Suites Playa del Inglés
Hotel The Dunagolf Suites Maspalomas
Hotel The Fataga Centro De Negocios Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Hotel The Koala Garden Maspalomas
Hotel The Lago Taurito & Aquapark
Hotel Valencia Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Kumara Serenoa By Lopesan Hotels Maspalomas
La Aldea Suites La Aldea de San Nicolas
La Hacienda Del Buen Suceso
La Suerte Del Golf Apartamentos Maspalomas
Las Villas De Amadores Puerto Rico
Lopesan Baobab Resort Meloneras
Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort Spa And Casino
Lopesan Villa Del Conde Resort & Thalasso Meloneras
Marina Elite Resort Patalavaca
Maspalomas Princess
Maspalomas Resort By Dunas
Mirador Maspalomas By Dunas
Morasol Suites Puerto Rico
Mur Aparthotel Buenos Aires Playa del Inglés
Mur Hotel Neptuno (Adults Only)
Occidental Roca Negra
Palm Oasis Maspalomas Maspalomas
Paradisus Gran Canaria
Parador De Cruz De Tejeda Cruz de Tejeda
Playamar Bungalows
Radisson Blu Resort, Gran Canaria La Playa de Arneguin
Choose your ideal accommodation in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria from 2,354 ₽ per night among 1687 hotels, inns and other properties. Book hotel rooms online at competitive prices — the Yandex Travel service does not add a commission to the price of suppliers and partners.
FAQs about hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
What are the best hotels to stay in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
Design Plus Bex Hotel gets great reviews on Yandex Travel. This 4-star hotel provides Wi-Fi, a swimming pool and air conditioning. Ac Hotel Gran Canaria by Marriott and Bull Astoria are also highly rated as the best options for traveling to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
How much is a hotel room in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
The cheapest hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will cost 2,354 ₽ per night. The average cost of a room in a two-star hotel will be 6,174 ₽, in a three-star hotel — 4,868 ₽. For four stars, guests pay an average of 7,942 ₽, for five – 8,009 ₽.
Which hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria are good for budget accommodation?
Estudio EN Las Canteras- Paralelo 28 gets good reviews on Yandex Travel among budget hotels. Casa Chica de Las Canteras and Good times Las Palmas de Gran Canaria also received high marks. The average cost in this category will be 4,782 ₽ per night.
Do any hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria have a pool?
Yes, Design Plus Bex Hotel, Ac Hotel Gran Canaria by Marriott and Bull Astoria received the best reviews among hotels with a pool. A room in this category costs an average of 7,624 ₽.
What are the best spa hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to stay?
Ac Hotel Gran Canaria by Marriott tops the list. This 4-star hotel provides Wi-Fi, a swimming pool and parking. Bull Astoria and Hotel Verol also received good reviews, these are the best options for a holiday with a spa.
What hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria are pet-friendly?
Best reviews from Travel users and their pets were received by Suites Garden 8 Loft Kandinsky, Hotel Valencia Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Nh Imperial Playa. On average, you will pay 6,064 ₽ per day.
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See on map1. 4 km from City Center800 m from Romano Park
The hotel is a couple of minutes’ drive from the National Museum of Science and Technology and just a 10-minute walk from Romano Park.
Very good167167 reviews
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See on map2.3 km from City Center300 m from Parque de Santa Catalina 300 m from Hotel
A 25-minute walk from Santa Catalina Park, this hotel offers buffet breakfast and sea water pool.
Excellent577577 reviews
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RUB 9 780
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FalowHostel
1.3 km from City Center800 m from Romano Park
Very good1616 reviews
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RUB 1 980
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Cactus Host Hostel Las Palmas de Gran CanariaHostel
2.2 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 300 m from the hotel
Hostel located 2 minutes walk from the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and close to the National Museum of Science and Technology, offers rooms with a terrace view.
Excellent1111 reviews
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RUB 2 400
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Hotel VerolHotel
2.5 km from the city centerParque de Santa Catalina 400 m from the hotel
This charming hotel offers sunbeds and a shared living room, as well as a location close to the Poemarium Aquarium del Mar.
Excellent308308 reviews
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RUB 3 600
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Sercotel Hotel ParqueHotel
2.8 km from the city centerCalle Triana 700 m from the hotel with kids.
Excellent12801280 reviews
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RUB 4 680
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Aminta Home Las Palmas de Gran CanariaBed and breakfast
City center 3.6 km from the hotel Las Palmas de Gran canaria University 400 m from the hotel
The hotel is a couple of minutes drive from San Telmo Park and just a 7-minute walk from Santa Ana Cathedral.
Very good100100 reviews
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RUB 2,880
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Apartamentos TinocaApartment
Largest apartment:
3 adults
1 bedroom
1 bed
3.1 km from City Center 900 m from El Muelle Shopping Center
The apartment welcomes guests since 1967 in a popular area, a few steps from Castillo de la Luz.
Very good318318 reviews
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RUB 3 240
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Exe Las PalmasHotel
2.6 km from the city center400 m from the hotelPark de Santa Catalina
Located in the heart of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, this hotel includes an outdoor pool as well as thalassotherapy and massages.
Very good483483 reviews
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RUB 5 340
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Hitide HouseHostel
1. 7 km from the city center 700 m from the hotelPark de Santa Catalina 700 m from the hotel
Hostel located 20 minutes walk from the center of Las Palmas Canaria and close to Santa Catalina Park, offers rooms with city views.
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RUB 3,180
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Santa Catalina, A Royal Hideaway HotelHotel
1.3 km from city center 400 m from Romano Park garden view.
Very good978978 reviews
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RUB 10 140
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Maresia Canteras Urban Hotel (Adults Only)Hotel
1.6 km from the city center800 m from the hotelPark de Santa Catalina 800 m from the hotel
The hotel is located a few steps from Poema del Mar and offers 24 rooms with city view.
Excellent115115 reviews
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RUB 4 620
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Ac Hotel Gran Canaria By MarriottHotel
2. 4 km from the city center200 m from the hotel Parc de Santa Catalina 200 m from the hotel
The hotel is a couple of minutes’ drive from the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium and just a 6-minute walk from the Poema del Mar Aquarium.
Excellent611611 reviews
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RUB 8 280
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Hotel Boutique BedandchicHotel
2.2 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 100 m from the hotel
9000 minutes from the Nestor Museum4 walk from Santa Catalina Park.
Excellent179179 reviews
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RUB 4 680
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Alisios CanterasHotel
1.4 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 1000 m from the hotel
The hotel is a couple of minutes drive from the Avenue and only 7 minutes walk from Isleta Jose Mesa and Lopez.
Very good401401 review
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RUB 5 520
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Hotel Cristina By Tigotan Las Palmas – Adults Only
Very good501501 review
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RUB 7 620
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Ac Hotel Iberia Las Palmas By MarriottHotel
2.6 km from the city centerCalle Triana 1.0 km from the hotel
Very good150150 reviews
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RUB 4 560
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Valentina Beach Apartments & SuitesApartments
Largest apartments:
5 adults
2 bedrooms
3 beds
City center 60004 60004 from the hotel Park-demanta Santa
Steps from Las Canteras Beach, this apartment features an electric kettle, a refrigerator and kitchenware in the kitchenette.
Excellent2727 reviews
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RUB 6 540
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Tc Hotel Dona Luisa Las Palmas de Gran CanariaHotel
2. 3 km from the city center300 m from the hotel Parque de Santa Catalina 300 m from the hotel
90 on the city is located close to the attractions of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, including the Poema del Mar.
Excellent135135 reviews
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RUB 4 200
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Blanca PalomaHotel
3.2 km from City Center 900 m from El Muelle Shopping Center
The hotel is a couple of minutes drive from Puerto de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and only 10 minutes walk from pena la vieja.
Very good173173 reviews
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RUB 2,580
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Pension Sea Of CloudsHostel
2.0 km from the city center400 m from the hotel Parc de Santa Catalina
Located 20 minutes’ walk from the city centre, this friendly hostel offers quick access to Las Canteras Beach.
Very good2020 reviews
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RUB 1,860
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Lua Lua Hostel Las Palmas (Adults Only)Hostel
1. 8 km from the city center 600 m from the hotelPark de Santa Catalina
Very good1414 reviews
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RUB 900
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LAS Palmas Urban CenterArs
The largest apartments:
3 adults
1 bedroom
2 beds
City of the city from the hotel
These apartments are located in Las-Las-Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 15 minutes walk from El Muelle Shopping Center, offering a marble bathroom and kitchen.
Excellent109109 reviews
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RUB 3 300
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Hd Acuario LifestyleHotel
2.2 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 100 m from the hotel -Canaria, as Parque Romano and Poema Del Mar Aquarium are nearby.
Excellent7575 reviews
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RUB 5 880
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Pura Vida Las Palmas (Adults Only)Villa
2 adults
1 bedroom
1 bed
City center 900 m from the hotel Las Arenas shopping center 600 m from the hotel
Located very close to Jose Mesa and López Avenue, the villa offers a game room and board games for guests with children.
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RUB 1,140
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Apartment Lofts Msh Canarias Las Palmas de Gran CanariaApartment
Largest apartment:
6 adults
1 bedroom
2 beds
3.1 km from the city centerCalle Triana 300 m from the hotel microwave and electric kettle in the kitchen.
Excellent1212 reviews
Price from
RUB 4 440
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Columbus Rooftop HostelsHostel
3.6 km from city center 200 m from Gran Canaria Stadium
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RUB 2,160
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Crisol FaycanHotel
1.9 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 600 m from the hotel
This hotel features a cafe-bar and beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean bus stop.
Excellent397397 reviews
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RUB 4 680
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Hotel Aloe CanterasHotel
3. 0 km from City Center 800 m from El Muelle Shopping Center
This hotel is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, close to the National Museum of Science and Technology and offers a sun terrace, a sundeck and a bar.
Very good208208 reviews
Price from
RUB 4 440
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Apartamentos Luz PlayaHotel
2.8 km from the city center El Muelle Shopping Center 600 m from the hotel
This comfortable hotel with 28 modern rooms is located in the business center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Excellent221221 review
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RUB 6 960
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Catalina ParkApartment
Largest apartment:
3 adults
1 bedroom
2 beds
2.1 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 300 m from the hotel
Just 950 meters from the Mercado del Puerto market. in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria apartments offer 24-hour reception and room service.
Not bad219219 reviews
Price from
RUB 2 220
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Apartamentos Las Canteras ArenaApartment
Largest apartment:
4 adults
1 bedroom
2 beds
2.9 km from city center El Muelle shopping center 600 m from hotel
Apartment with fully equipped kitchen located just 1.8 km from Playa del Confital.
Excellent22 reviews
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RUB 6 000
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City Room Las PalmasGuest house
1.5 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 900 m from the hotel
This apartment with a terrace is located a short walk from Playa de Las Canteras and a 10-minute walk from the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Excellent4646 reviews
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RUB 1 920
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La Ventana Azul HostelHostel
1.0 km from City Center 600 m from Las Arenas Shopping Center
This popular hostel is located right next to Centro Comercial Las Arenas and just 20 minutes walk from the city center.
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RUB 4 020
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Stardust HostelGuest house
3.6 km from City Center400 m from Las Palmas de Gran canaria University
This hotel, located just 1.1 km from Castillo de Mata, offers a sunbathing verandah and sunbathing terrace.
Excellent4242 reviews
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RUB 5 520
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ConcordeHotel
2.2 km from City Center400 m from Parque de Santa Catalina 400 m from Hotel
Featuring a private swimming pool, this hotel boasts an excellent location next to Parque de Santa Catalina and provides 128 contemporary-style rooms.
Very good476476 reviews
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RUB 4 740
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Room In My Vintage Home Las Palmas de Gran CanariaHomestays
Largest apartment:
3 adults
1 bedroom
2 beds
2.6 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 400 m from the hotel
Homestay is a few steps from the foam- la vieja and has a refrigerator, an electric kettle and a microwave in the shared kitchen.
Excellent99 reviews
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RUB 3 300
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Apartment Residencia Los Conejos – Bike & Motorbike Las Palmas de Gran CanariaHomestays
Largest apartment:
2 adults
1 bedroom
1 bed
7.6 km from the city center location 850 meters from the Canary Botanical Gardens of Viera i Clavijo.
Very good88 reviews
Price from
RUB 2 100
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Lemon & Soul Las PalmasHotel
2.3 km from the city center300 m from the hotelPark de Santa Catalina 300 m from the hotel
From this charming hotel, you can easily start exploring Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, as Playa Las Canteras and El Muelle are located nearby.
Very good250250 reviews
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RUB 4 020
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PujolHotel
2.6 km from the city center400 m from the hotelPark de Santa Catalina
This comfortable hotel in the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria offers an outdoor restaurant.
Excellent279279 reviews
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RUB 2,940
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Hotel Apartamento BajamarAparthotel
1.4 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 1000 m from the hotel
This central hotel is located very close to Plaza Espana, a stone’s throw from El Muelle , and offers 18 soundproof rooms.
Very good110110 reviews
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RUB 4 200
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Guesthouse KatankaBed and breakfast
City center 1000m from the hotelPark Romano 700m from the hotel
This central hotel is a convenient starting point for exploring Las Palmas Gran Canaria, as Parque de Santa Catalina and Parque Romano are both nearby.
Very good9797 reviews
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RUB 3,660
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Hotel Casa MozartHotel
1000 m from the city center900 m from the hotel Romano Park
Excellent6464 reviews
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RUB 7 260
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Apartamentos Maype CanterasApartment
Largest apartment:
2 adults
1 bedroom
2 beds
City center 1. 7 km from the hotel Parc de Santa Catalina 700 m from the hotel
This apartment with a rooftop terrace is located within walking distance from Plaza Espana and a 20-minute walk from the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Very good1111 reviews
Price from
RUB 4 440
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Rk Atlantis Canarias Vivienda VacacionalApartment
5
The largest apartments:
4 adults
2 bedrooms
2 beds
2.8 km from the city center El Muelle shopping center 600 m from the hotel
Staying in this apartment with 2 bedrooms and a balcony, guests can visit Playa de Las Canteras, which is a couple of minutes’ walk away.
Very good1616 reviews
Price from
RUB 6 540
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Design Plus Bex HotelHotel
City center 2.1 km from the hotelPark de Santa Catalina 200 m from the hotel
The hotel offers quick access to Playa de Las Canteras and El Muelle, which is only 450 meters away.
Excellent155155 reviews
Price from
RUB 5 340
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The Garden Bed And BreakfastHostel
3.6 km from City Center 1.3 km from El Muelle Shopping Center
With mountain views, this budget hotel is located close to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria’s attractions, including the Port of Las Palmas.
Ideal22 reviews
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RUB 1 920
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Bed and Breakfast Casa Doramas Las Palmas de Gran CanariaBed and breakfast
1.2 km from the city center600 m from the Romano Park
4 Hotel with a view on the garden is located near Doramas Park. 940
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Casa El Drago Apartments Las Palmas de Gran CanariaHomestay
Largest apartment:
4 adults
1 bedroom
900 hotel 9002 km from
city center 905 km 905 905 km from 50005 city center
Situated 4. 1 km from Columbus House in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the apartment features a patio with sea views.
Excellent1010 reviews
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RUB 2 340
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Poem Suites Las Palmas de Gran CanariaApartment
Largest apartment:
4 adults
1 bedroom
2 beds
City center from the El Mül. 600 m from the hotel
The hotel is located close to San Telmo Park and overlooks the sea.
Very good99 reviews
Price from
RUB 5 160
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Exe Las CanterasHotel
City center 1.5 km from the hotelPark de Santa Catalina 1000 m from the hotel
Offering an indoor pool, this hotel enjoys a coastal location in a shopping area.
Very good373373 reviews
Price from
RUB 7 920
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Oyo Bora Bora The HotelHotel
3. 4 km from City Center 1000 m from El Muelle Shopping Center
This hotel with an outdoor pool is located by the beach and close to Castillo de La Luz.
Very good228228 reviews
Price from
RUB 4 380
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Aparthotel Las LanzasAparthotel
2.1 km from the city center400 m from the hotelParque de Santa Catalina 400 m from the hotel
The hotel is located in Playa de las Canteras district, a few steps from Parque de Santa Catalina, and offers 71 rooms with sea views.
Very good8585 reviews
Price from
RUB 3,780
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Emblematico Hotel MadridHotel
3.3 km from the city centerCalle Triana100 m from the hotel 15 comfortable rooms.
Excellent149149 reviews
Price from
RUB 3,720
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Mannix Urban ApartmentsHotel
Located 3 km from the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, this sea view apartment features a terrace.
Excellent22 reviews
Price from
RUB 5 400
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Bed and Breakfast Casa Cinzia Las Palmas de Gran CanariaBed and breakfast
2.7 km from the city centerCalle Triana 600 m from the hotel
5 close to INFECAR and the rooms offer city views.
Very good3838 reviews
Price from
RUB 4 440
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Hotel Casa Ripoche Las Palmas de Gran CanariaGuest house
2.2 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 200 m from the hotel
2 minutes drive from the hotel from the House of Columbus and just 10 minutes walk from the Market Central de Las Palmas.
Very good33 reviews
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Columbus Apartments Co-LivingHostel
3.8 km from City Center500 m from Gran Canaria Stadium
Price from
RUB 1,440
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Nh Imperial PlayaHotel
3. 0 km from the city center 900 m from El Muelle Shopping Center 900 m from the hotel
The hotel is located close to Isleta.
Very good184184 reviews
Price from
RUB 6 180
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Oyo Miami Santa CatalinaApartment
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City center 2.3 km from the hotel Parc de Santa 9004 from 10005 to 10005 in 10005 location, hotel guests can enjoy sea views or spend time discovering the beach.
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Hotel OlympiaHotel
1. 7 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 600 m from the hotel as Romano Park and El Muelle Shopping Center are nearby.
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Apartamentos Vacacionales Las Palmas Urban CenterApartment
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Apartamentos Don CarlosApartment
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3.0 km from the city center El Muelle shopping center 800 m from the hotel
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Hotel Silken Saaj Las PalmasHotel
1.5 km from the city center900 m from the hotel Romano Park
The hotel is located a few steps from the Poema Del Mar Aquarium and offers 66 rooms with sea views.
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Rk Canteras Suites Las Palmas de Gran CanariaApartment
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3.1 km from the city center El Muelle shopping center 900 m from the hotel
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Apartment Apartamento Juan Rejon Las Palmas de Gran CanariaApartment
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FatagaHotel
1.5 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 800 m from the hotel
This hotel features a garden view and a 24-hour restaurant.
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Bull AstoriaHotel
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Hostal 7 SolesGuest house
3.2 km from City Center 900 m from El Muelle Shopping Center
Located in the business district, this apartment offers quick access to the Museo Elder de la Ciencia y la Tecnología and proximity to the ferry pier.
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2.2 km from the city center100 m from the hotel Parc de Santa Catalina
A shared kitchen with an electric kettle, a dishwasher and a fridge is available in these apartments, located a 20-minute walk from the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
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La Ventana AzulHostel
A 20-minute walk from the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and close to El Muelle Shopping Center, this hostel offers rooms with sea views.
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Twenty Seven DegreesBed and breakfast
1.4 km from the city center1000 m from the hotel Parc de Santa Catalina 1000 m from the hotel
The apartment is located only 1.6 km from Las Shopping Center Arenas and offer a shared kitchen.
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Las Palmas Lighthouse ApartmentApartment
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3.1 km from City Center 900 m from El Muelle Shopping Center
Hotel overlooking the city located close to Playa -Las Alcaravaneras.
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Mai ApartmentApartment
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1.4 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 900 m from the hotel
These apartments are located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a 15-minute walk from El Muelle”, offering a marble bathroom and kitchen.
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Enjoy Canteras ApartamentoApartment
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2.2 km from city centerPark de Santa Catalina 400 m from hotel
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2.7 km from the city centerCalle Triana 600 m from the hotel
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3.1 km from the city center 1.4 km from the hotelINFECAR 1.4 km from the hotel
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Maiao Suite Las Palmas de Gran CanariaApartment
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City center in hotel 1.6 km from hotel Parc de Santana in Santana
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Carlo Home Las Palmas de Gran CanariaApartment
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City center 1.9 km from the hotel A kitchen with a microwave, an electric kettle and a dishwasher is featured in these apartments, located a 20-minute walk from the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
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Hotel Rural El MondalonHotel
9.2 km from the city center
This unique hotel is located close to the Andes Mountains and the Centro de Artesania in Yaiza, with a year-round outdoor pool for relaxation.
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Hotel ValenciaHotel
1.5 km from the city centerPark de Santa Catalina 800 m from the hotel
This hotel is located near El Muelle Shopping Center in the heart of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and offers 39 rooms.
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Kasa Holiday ApartmentApartment
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City center 2.1 km from the hotel Parc de Calina Sant0005
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City of the city of El-Muelier, 600 m from the hotel
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Suites Garden Loft PicassoApartment
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City center 1.5 km from the hotel9Park de Santa Catalina Located next to Museo Elder de la Ciencia y la Tecnología, not only do you have city views, but also 1 bedrooms and a balcony.
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La Fabrica Urban Hostel Las PalmasGuest house
1.4 km from City Center900 m from Romano Park
This apartment with a terrace is located a short walk from Parque Romano and a 10-minute walk from the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
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Lanzarote, the different island | Hello Canary Islands
Lanzarote is synonymous with volcanoes, lava fields, rocks in impossible shapes, black and red earth that contrasts with the typical whitewashed houses, the deep blue sea and the light blue sky. The scenery in the easternmost of the Canary Islands also contains stark, rolling mountains, beautiful beaches of white and golden sand, lush palm groves… and silence, which is also an enigmatic part of the Lanzarote landscape.
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On this biosphere reserve island, there are lively tourist resorts and little villages where all is peace and quiet. The large hotels and bungalows of the coastal towns coexist with rural houses, villas and boutique hotels in the charming inland villages. A full top-class range to guarantee the best holidays at any time of year in the extraordinary climate. Unbeatable conditions, along with quality services and infrastructures, that professionals and amateurs of all kinds of sports have found on this island for training.
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Lanzarote has been developed sustainably and in harmony with the surroundings, especially thanks to the tireless work of the universal artist César Manrique, who, besides leaving a mark on the landscape with his enormous talent, was able to transmit love and respect for the land to his countrymen and women. A land where tourism, art and nature combine.
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In addition to the amazing scenery, which sometimes reminds us of the surface of Mars, Lanzarote is also fascinating because of the miracle that arises from its volcanic earth. Although it would seem impossible, life emerges from it making it possible to produce its famous wines with their designation of origin. Is that a different island or what?
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Sun and sea – perfect revitalisation
Besides visiting the volcanic landscapes, we can also find perfect revitalisation in Lanzarote, on its wonderful beaches, relaxing in the sunshine on white or golden sand, and cooling down in crystalline turquoise waters. Many of the island’s beaches are perfect for the smaller family members, as they are protected from waves and currents, as are the natural pools that have formed in the shelter of lava flows that reached down as far as the sea after eruptions.
There are also beaches for those who like waves and long walks by the sea; for those looking for some quiet, or who, to the contrary, prefer lively beaches and marinas with all the leisure services, catering and shops to make a perfect day complete.
Many of the island’s beaches are perfect for the smaller family members, as they are protected from waves and currents.
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Exploring inspiring volcanic landscapes
Lanzarote’s volcanic landscapes awaken unique sensations in us. They are inspiring, enigmatic, mysterious… They trap us in an intimate connection that is difficult to explain. They fill us with energy. Why is this? Is it because we are seeing the power of nature? Because they are taking us back to our origins?
Questions that are instinctively answered when we find ourselves in Timanfaya National Park, the island’s maximum expression of volcanism and one of the most representative in the Canary Islands Archipelago. A jagged, harsh, wild landscape where the most sepulchral silence is especially noticeable. The Montañas del Fuego (Mountains of Fire) can be visited on a guided bus tour, during which we are awestruck by a colourful horizon, occupied by volcanic cones, lava fields, whimsically-shaped rocks… Nature has chosen a special palette of colours for this scenery, mixing reds and oranges with ochres, greys and blacks.
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Very close to the entrance to the National Park is the Echadero de los Camellos, where you can climb up onto a camel and experience a ride around the volcanoes, feeling the breeze and hearing the crunching of fragments of lava, surrounded by a striking landscape.
And that’s not all, as volcanism can be seen everywhere in Lanzarote: at the coast, in the fields, in the inland villages… However, in spite of the extreme conditions of the environment, several generations of islanders have managed to make the most of this apparently sterile land. Yes, only ‘apparently’, because this island hides many surprises under its volcanic cloak.
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In Lanzarote, we can also enter a fascinating underground world created by eruptions. Volcanic tunnels and caves that can be visited thanks to respectful, sustainable action. Spaces such as Los Jameos del Agua, which the amazing artist César Manrique had a hand in, and the Cueva de los Verdes are clear examples that provide us with a chance to discover some secrets from the entrails of the earth.
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A winegrowing landscape that is one of a kind
The landscape of La Geria is one of Lanzarote’s biggest surprises. A large area covered by little fragments of black volcanic rock flung out during eruptions of Timanfaya has been used by Lanzarote farmers for growing vines. This material is able to retain the humidity of the night air, essential on an island where there is barely any rain. A traditional technique that combines with the characteristic stone walls for protecting the vines from the wind, creating a spectacular landscape that is one of a kind in the world.
The resulting wines, with their designation of origin, are special and internationally renowned. Best of all, they can be tasted at some of the wineries as we enjoy the beauty of our surroundings.
The landscape of La Geria is one of Lanzarote’s biggest surprises.
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Places where art and nature merge
Lanzarote was lucky enough to have César Manrique, a universal, multifaceted artist who knew how to combine art and nature like nobody else. A defender to the end of natural spaces and deeply in love with the island where he was born, he only intervened in them to improve them and make them places to be admired eternally.
He left a large part of his artistic legacy in Lanzarote. Perhaps the greatest exponent is Los Jameos del Agua, one of the most visited tourist attractions on the island, where Manrique really surpassed himself. This volcanic tunnel, with its famous, spectacular natural auditorium, is home to a highly singular geological formation, an inner lake caused by filtrations of seawater in which a little, blind, white crustacean lives and is also one of a kind in the world.
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The Mirador del Río is another of his creations. Perfectly integrated into the surroundings, from the natural vantage point over the striking cliffs of Famara, you see spectacular views of the Chinijo Archipelago, formed by the island of La Graciosa and four islets. In the exceptional Timanfaya landscape, he managed to masterfully incorporate the El Diablo Restaurant, a cylindric glass construction that make us feel a part of the volcanic surroundings.
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To this route for admiring the work of the unbeatable artist, we should also add the Cactus Garden, the Castillo de San José and the Museo del Campesino (Museum of the Peasant Farmer), which was his house in Taro de Tahiche—and is now the headquarters of the Foundation—built over a lava flow. Another must-visit is the César Manrique House-Museum in Haría, an old farmhouse in a palm grove that he refurbished to live and work in until his death in 1992 in a fatal traffic accident.
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Paradise for sports
The island has made a name for itself in the training diaries of Europe’s sporting elite, especially during the winter months when the cold on the continent makes it impossible to do sports in the open air.
Running, cycling, golf, all kinds of water sports… There is no sport that can’t be enjoyed in Lanzarote thanks to its extraordinary year-round climate, the amazing surroundings and a wide range of top-class accommodation, facilities and services able to meet the most demanding requirements. Proof of this are the important sporting competitions held on the island, such as the Ironman, one of the toughest triathlons in the world.
Combining holidays with physical exercise is a great idea. And if Lanzarote is the chosen destination, success is guaranteed.
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Villages among volcanoes
As the different island, it is only to be expected that its villages should also be different. The successive volcanic eruptions that created the current landscape were also decisive for the settlements where life takes place among volcanoes and lava. It wasn’t easy, but the result couldn’t be better, both for the locals and for visitors to this unusual island territory.
In fact, in the extensive area occupied by Los Volcanes Natural Park, there is only one town: El Golfo, a picturesque seaside town that you simply have to visit and have some delicious fresh fish while you are there. Yaiza, which was the first European settlement in the Canary Islands Archipelago, is at the edge of the area buried by the volcanic eruptions of Timanfaya. This delightful village stands out especially for its well-preserved traditional architecture.
Yaiza, which was the first European settlement in the Canary Islands Archipelago, is at the edge of the area buried by the volcanic eruptions of Timanfaya.
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Another town that should be on our route is Teguise, the former capital city of all of the Canary Islands, which still retains an air of splendour in the cobbled streets of its historic quarter. There is a famous market here every Sunday that attracts thousands of local visitors and tourists. Haría is the greenest area of the island and it is, in fact, also known as the ‘Valle de las Mil Palmeras’ (valley of the thousand palm trees), which are scattered among the typical whitewashed houses.
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Don’t leave without trying…
Wines made with the Malvasía Volcánica grape variety, unique in the world, of great quality due to their balance, flavour and aroma.
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Lanzarote Tourist Information & Travel Guide
Lanzarote is one of the Spanish Canary Islands which lies just 125km from mainland Africa and more than 1000km from mainland Spain. Its closest neighbour is Fuerteventura which is only 11km away. Only around 140,000 people live permanently on the island with tourism being the island’s primary income source and agriculture the only other sector. Whilst the volcanic landscape of Lanzarote might not be the most attractive, its mild year round climate ensures the arrival of millions of sun-starved visitors every year.
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When to Visit Lanzarote
Map of Lanzarote
Lanzarote Airport Transfers
Lanzarote Airport Car Hire
Nightlife in Lanzarote
César Manrique Foundation
El Golfo
Los Jameos Del Agua
The Mirador del Rio
La Cueva de Los Verdes
The Guinate Tropical Park
Volcanic activity has created an almost moonlike landscape on the island with many notable geological features of which the Túnel de la Atlántida is the best known. This 7km long volcanic tunnel includes the striking features of La Cueva de los Verdes and Jameos del Agua. Visitors needn’t worry as the last recorded volcanic eruptions of note were in the 1730s so the island is now considered to be dormant.
When to Visit Lanzarote
The weather in Lanzarote is usually very mild with average annual temperatures around 21°C and the average annual rainfall only 14cm. Summer highs of over 32°C are common and winter temperatures can fluctuate between 15°C and 25°C. As Lanzarote is in the path of the North Atlantic trade winds there is often a pleasant breeze which is most welcome on those really hot summer days. Without these winds the island’s temperatures would be similar to those in the Sahara.
Lanzarote is the closest of the Canary Islands to the Sahara and sometimes experiences hot, sandy winds which appear like a descending fog which covers everything in its path with a layer of orange coloured dust. It’s great for the island’s car wash businesses!
Map of Lanzarote
Lanzarote Airport
Lanzarote airport lies just 5km south-west of Arrecife, the island’s capital and 10km north-east of Puerto del Carmen which is the island’s main resort. Thanks to the island’s all year round sunshine around 5½ million passengers go through the airport each year. Most of the tourists come from northern Europe arriving on the many budget airlines that serve the island. International flights arrive at Terminal One whilst the older Terminal Two deals with national and inter-island flights.
On arrival at Lanzarote Airport you’ll be spoilt for choice with regard to getting transport to your resort. If you’ve booked a package you might well have reserved the airport transfer as part of the holiday. Whilst this is the easiest option and ensures peace of mind when booking just check how many stops the tour company’s bus will make before arriving at your hotel. There’s nothing more annoying when you’ve just arrived in the sun after an early morning flight from Northern Europe to find that you have to sit on a coach for ages waiting for fellow passengers to be dropped off before you.
Lanzarote Airport Transfers
On such a small island the transfer time should be very short. Here’s a list of transfer distances from the airport to main resorts just to give you an idea how close you’ll be to your final destination:
Puerto del Carmen – 10km
Puerto Calero – 13km
Playa Blanca – 33km
Costa Teguise – 15km
So really you shouldn’t be travelling for more than 15 minutes on arrival if you’re going to Puerto del Carmen, Costa Teguise or Puerto Calero. Playa Blanca might take up to 40 minutes on a direct transfer.
Bus Transfers: If you plan to use public transport there is a bus station at the airport with services to Arrecife, Playa Honda, Puerto del Carmen and Playa Blanca. If you need to change bus in Arrecife and are travelling wit luggage and/or children then this becomes a very inconvenient way to travel and could involve a significant wait in the island’s capital.
Taxi Transfers: Whilst there are taxis outside the international arrivals terminal the queues can be quite excessive when a number of flights arrive within a short time. This is another major annoyance after your flight. Prices tend to be fairly steep considering the short distances (about €23 to Puerto de Carmen and €50 to Playa Blanca).
Private Transfers: For sure the best option is to pre-book a private transfer from Arrecife Airport and have a vehicle and driver waiting for you on arrival. This ensures peace of mind during your flight, provides good value and avoids the hassle of having to wait in a taxi queue in the soaring heat. You can book transfers to all destinations on the island.
Lanzarote Airport Car Hire
Considering the cost of taxis these days it’s not a bad idea to rent a car at Lanzarote airport on arrival. On our last visit to the island we found that a return taxi fare to Playa Blanca was about the same price as renting a car for the week. Of course there’s the additional cost of having to fill up with petrol on returning the car but considering the short distances in Lanzarote this cost is negligible. As well as providing transport to your accommodation, renting a car is a great idea for those visitors who want to see something of the island during their holiday.
Where to Stay in Lanzarote
Puerto del Carmen near the airport is the island’s top resort whilst Playa Blanca in the very south of the island and Costa Teguise just north of Arrecife are the other main resorts. An upmarket option is the stylish marina at Puerto Calero which is only 5km along the coast from Puerto del Carmen. Here you’ll find some of Lanzarote’s best accommodation along with a small selection of excellent restaurants.Coastline of Lanzarote
Nightlife in Lanzarote
The island’s liveliest nightlife is in Puerto Del Carmen which is packed with bars and restaurants. One of the most popular places is the Centro Atlantico which hosts numerous live music venues. Some of the liveliest parts of Playa Blanca, Lanzarote’s 2nd main resort, are the Centro Comercial Papagayo and the Centro Comercial Punto Limones but these aren’t as lively as Puerto Del Carmen. Other resorts tend to be quieter still.
If you’d rather enjoy a more typically Spanish time in the evenings you should head into Arrecife. Recommended areas include Calle Jose Antonio or the Avenida de Fred Olsen close to the Playa del Reducto.
Best Beaches in Lanzarote
Whether you’re travelling with young children or you’re an adrenaline junkie waterspouts enthusiast, there are so many beaches in Lanzarote that you’ll be able to find just the right one for your needs. Some favourites include:
Family Beaches: Not surprisingly Playa Grande in Puerto Del Carmen is the busiest in Lanzarote. It is a long, sandy beach with excellent facilities which is overlooked by a long promenade which is home to many of the resort’s shops, bars and restaurants. Two of the other busiest beaches are Playa Blanca and Playa Dorada on the south coast which are also family favourites thanks to their calm waters where children can swim safely.
Puerto del Carmen Beach
Just east of Puerto del Carmen is Playa de Los Picollos which is a popular windsurfing beach. A little further uptake coast is Playa de Matagorda is ideal for swimming and wind surfing but isn’t the quietest of places as it’s near the runway of Arrecife airport.
With calm waters and golden sand, Playa del Reducto next to Arrecife is a good choice for families with children. This beach is accessible by local bus but if you are making your own way there by car there are plenty of car parking spaces. A short walk from the eastern edge of the beach leads to El Charco de San Gines, a pretty lagoon surrounded by restaurants where local fishermen leave their small boats.
Right on the very north coast is Playa del Caletón Blanco with its fine, white sand and shallow waters. The formation of the volcanic rock provides lots of little sheltered bays which are great for swimming and sunbathing. The beach is accessible by local bus and parking is available for hire cars.
Watersports: With 6km of huge breakers, Famara Beach in the north of the island is superb for experienced wind-surfers. Adjacent to the beach are sand dunes with the sight of mountains in the background. The nearby village of Famara is home to a small selection of restaurants, bars and cafes.
Famara Beach
Another beach in the vicinity of Famara is La Playa del Risco which is one of the most beautiful on the island but also one of the most inaccessible. To get there you need to park at Las Rositas near Ye then walk the historic Camino de los Gracioseros down to the beach. This is a challenging hike in both directions and one not to be taken lightly.
Off the Beaten Track: Located on the island’s southern tip within the Monumento Nacional de los Ajaches is the beautiful Playa del Papagayo which is made up of a series of small coves which have fine white sands and crystal clear waters. Although not easily accessible, these beaches are amongst the most popular in Lanzarote. Some of the beaches are designated as naturist beaches, most notably Caleta del Congrio. Bus #30 from Playa Blanca drops passengers off within a 20 minute walk of the beach, otherwise you can travel by car to Playa Mujeres or Playa del Pozo then walk between beaches.
Playa del Papagayo
Lanzarote Excursions
Visitors who want to explore more of Lanzarote should rent a car at the airport and plan some half-day trips around the island. There are a few smaller resorts and a scattering of interesting little villages such as Tias and Yaiza around the island as well as the volcanic Timanfaya National Park.
A few places worth visiting include the following:
César Manrique Foundation
Cesar Manrique is an architect and artist from Arrecife who wanted to enrich the natural beauty of the island. His works of art can be seen all over the island including the caves in the north and the Mirador del Rio. When you travel around Lanzarote you’ll see many steel structures known as ‘Wind Toys’ which were created by Manrique. Many of his creations are on display in his former home in Taro De Tahiche which is built into the natural cave bubbles resulting from volcanic eruptions.
El Golfo
El Golfo is a volcanic crater. Today it is reduced to half of its original size and filled from underneath with water from the sea, a splendid lagoon of emerald green. The greenness of the water comes from the algae living there and makes a fantastic contrast against the black sands of the beach. Make sure you stop off on your way to El Golfo to take a look at Janubio and its salt flats.
Los Jameos Del Agua
Created almost 3000 years ago, the bubbles of lava from volcanic eruptions left these stunning caves beneath Monte de la Corona. César Manrique developed these caves and now parts of them are used to house all manner of concerts and ballet performances with a seating area for over 600 people.
The Mirador del Rio
The Mirador del Rio is located in the north of Lanzarote and is 500 metres above sea level. This area throughout history has served as a look out post for the island, ever on guard for invading pirates. On a really clear day you can spot two smaller Canary Islands, Montana Clara and Alagranza. The not so small island of Graciosa is always visible as it is only one kilometre away. In this area there are more than twenty varieties of plant which are only found on the island of Lanzarote.
La Cueva de Los Verdes
Theses caves are part of the extensive underground tunnels, one of which is over 7 km in length, and throughout history and invasions of pirates they provided the perfect shelter and look out points for the natives of the island, known as Guanches.
The Guinate Tropical Park
The Guinate Tropical Park is shadowed by the Monte Corona in the north-west of the island. The park consists of beautiful gardens, waterfalls, lagoons, exotic birds and other animals which make for a great day out for all the family.
Lanzarote Travel Guide and Tourist Information: Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain
The most northeasterly of the Canary Islands, Lanzarote is a deservedly spectacular tourist destination and part of the country of Spain. Lanzarote is famed for its glorious coastline and sandy beaches, which are both clean and extremely inviting. The many beaches of Lanzarote have long been amongst the island’s most popular tourist attractions, together with an unusual volcanic landscape, and a number of appealing towns and villages.
Lanzarote is also known for its stunning weather, which is warm and sunny throughout the year, making Lanzarote the perfect place to escape cold and wet winters. Much of Lanzarote has been greatly influenced by famous local artist, César Manrique, who is directly responsibly for many of Lanzarote’s most famous landmarks and sights.
With its spectacular beaches and year-round sunny weather, it is not surprising that tourism is booming on Lanzarote, where tourists are always welcomed. Full of interesting towns, resorts and villages, which are easy to reach, the main area’s of Lanzarote include Arrecife – the island’s capital, the Costa Teguise and Teguise areas – offering a number of superb beaches, including the Playa de las Cucharas; and the northern villages of Arrieta, Guatiza, Malpais de la Corona and also Tahiche, which are all full of superb tourist attractions. In general, southern Lanzarote is known for its action and contains the main beach resorts, such as Playa Blanca and Puerto del Carmen.
The main tourism bureaus on Lanzarote are the Arrecife Tourist Information Kiosk along the Avenida Generalisimo Franco, and the Puerto del Carmen Tourist Information Office on the Avenida Playas. Both offer an excellent array of tourism leaflets and information about where to stay on the island. Hotels are widespread around the island, while those looking for self catering accommodation will find a good choice of Lanzarote villas in areas such as Puerto del Carmen and Playa Blanca, amongst other popular destinations.
Many of Lanzarote’s most desirable hotels are located along the coastlines, being particularly concentrated in resorts such as Puerto del Carmen – famed for its beaches, restaurants and nightlife, and the Costa Teguise – with a range of appealing hotel complexes and perfect conditions for windsurfing. Further hotels can be found throughout Lanzarote, being particularly concentrated in Arrecife, and the resorts of Matagorda and Los Pocillos, amongst other areas. More information about Lanzarote Hotels.
Lanzarote’s main tourist attractions include many fun recreational and outdoor activities, such as guided walks and hikes around the National Park, jeep safaris and air tours of the island, parasailing along Lanzarote’s coastline, golf at the Costa Teguise and boat trips from the many marinas surrounding Lanzarote, such as Puerto Calero. Other top tourist attractions in Lanzarote include the Jardin de Cactus – an unusual cactus garden, with many formally landscaped areas and large specimen plants; Guinate Tropical Park – a popular family theme park close to the Corona Volcano, with exotic animals and birds; Rancho Texas Park – always popular with tourists in Lanzarote, comprising an Indian village, gold mine, crocodiles and large eagles; and the island’s vibrant nightlife – ranging from al fresco dining and restaurants, to lively nightclubs and bars, particularly around Lanzarote’s main coastal resorts.
Other top tourist attractions and important landmarks in Lanzarote include the National Park of Timanfaya – full of native plants and wildlife, with a scenic volcanic landscape and steaming geysers; Lanzarote’s Los Jameos del Agua – an extensive network of caves and underground passages, with swimming pools and an unusual nightclub; Cueva de los Verdes – large caves once used by locals as a place to hide from pirates invading Lanzarote; El Golfo – an eye-catching natural amphitheatre setting on the southern side of Lanzarote, with a ‘green lagoon’ lake; and the Mirador Del Rio – a stylish ‘Manrique’ building offering one of the best views across the Atlantic Ocean. More information about Lanzarote Tourist Attractions and Lanzarote Landmarks.
Some of Lanzarote’s main museums and art galleries include the Canary Cetacean Museum (MCC) – an extremely important research centre, with in-depth information about the lives of dolphins and whales; the El Grifo Wine Museum – with a large collection of antique wine-making equipment and regular wine tasting, in the San Bartolomé region of Lanzarote; Museum of Canarian Emigrants at Santa Barbara Castle – containing many important local documents and information about the Lanzarote’s past, together with stunning views across the Teguise area; César Manrique Foundation – celebrating the works and life of local Lanzarote artist, Cesar Manrique; and the Museum of Contemporary Art – one of Lanzarote’s most important art galleries, with many works of art by notable artists, such as Manrique and Picasso. More information about Lanzarote Museums and Lanzarote Art Galleries.
Tourist attractions located nearby Lanzarote include the neighbouring six Canary Islands, which are connected by regular ferries, boats, jetfoils and planes, all of which are home to an array of stunning beaches and resorts. Islands of particularly interest include Fuerteventura – located to the south of Lanzarote and featuring spectacular scenery; Gran Canaria – the largest of all the Canary Islands, with much of island life being centred around the capital, Las Palmas; and Tenerife – containing a host of theme parks, a legendary nightlife and particularly mountainous landscape. More information about Lanzarote Attractions Nearby.
More Lanzarote Information / Fast Facts and Orientation
Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain
Country: Spain
Location: Las Palmas, Canary Islands
Status: island / resort
Area: approximately 326 square miles / 846 square kilometres
Population: approximately 115,000
Language: Spanish
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Time zone: 1 hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
Country dialing code: +34
Telephone area code: 928
Religion: various religions
Average daily Lanzarote January temperature: 22°C / 72°F
Average daily Lanzarote July temperature: 28°C / 82°F
Lanzarote Information – This is Spain
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Accommodation in Lanzarote
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Weather in Lanzarote
Its always lovely in Lanzarote, we are lucky to have a warm all year round climate. Find out more about which month is the best time for you to visit, have a look at our weather forecasts for Lanzarote and our annual averages. You know where to come for some winter sunshine!
What to see if you only have 1 day to spend in Lanzarote
There are a rising number of visitors who want to explore Lanzarote but have a limited time in which to do so, these visitors are either on a cruise or island hopping around the Canary Islands. I was asked the question recently – what should I see in Lanzarote? This is a difficult question to answer, what indeed should people see to give them a taste of Lanzarote and show them why it is different to the other Canary Islands. I talked to Miguel about this and we couldn’t agree on the which areas would characterise Lanzarote, so here are our suggestions for you, depending upon the amount of time you have, you will need to hire a car!
Option 1. South Volcanic Drive through Yaiza towards Playa Blanca but turn off at the salt pans ‘Salinas de Janubio’ pause to admire the national heritage site one of only three remaining salinas in Lanzarote – there used to be 26 of them! Follow the coast road cut through the lava fields and stop at Los Hervideros to walk around the paths where the waves pound into the coast and up the blow holes – best enjoyed at full tide. Continue along the coast road to El Golfo, stop and walk either along the beach or the sea volcano to see the green lagoon, this is a dramatic landscape and scenes from the film Broken Embraces, with Penelope Cruz were shot here. Stop at El Golfo for lunch, there are a selection of restaurants, right on the black beach offering fresh fish and tapas menus.
Head out of El Golfo back towards Yaiza and take the road into the Montañas del Fuego – Fire Mountains, the scenery is stunning, you can take a camel trek into the national park or continue a bit further on and take the guided tour around the volcano. In our opinion this is the best tourist attraction on the island, there is the biggest BBQ, geyser and fire demonstrations and the history of the Lanzarote volcanic eruptions.
Finally explore the La Geria region which is on the outskirts of the Timanfaya National Park, here you can see the rows of zocos with vines growing that look like craters on the moon, there are plenty of bodegas to stop at and sample the Lanzarote wines on the road that runs from Uga to San Bartolomé.
Option 2. Mid Manrique César Manrique was Lanzarote’s famous painter, sculptor and architect and he thought that Lanzarote was the most beautiful place in the world, his legacy is still with us today, through the Fundación César Manrique which is where this tour starts. The Fundación at Tahiche is an amazing place, this was Manrique’s house, it was built on top of 5 volcanic bubbles that he created into rooms, he had this amazing talent for taking natural elements and incorporating them with modern materials for his designs. When you head up the hill from Arrecife towards Teguise you want to take the third exit off the roundabout with his intricate wind sculpture on, towards San Bartolomé and the Fundación is on your right.You can see signs of Manrique’s influence all over the island of Lanzarote, there are numerous roundabouts with his wind sculptures on (Arrecife Airport, Tahiche, Arrieta & Montaña Blanca), he campaigned to keep low white painted buildings with doors and windows of blue and green paint which dates back to using the old left over paint from the fishing boats, and he worked to develop the major tourist attractions of the island such as the Jardín de Cactus, Mirador del Río, Jameso del Agua and Cueva de los Verdes.
After visiting the Fundación, to understand César Manrique’s love of Lanzarote you really have to go and see Famara, his father built a house next to the sea at Caleta de Famara and he had very fond childhood memories: ” My greatest happiness is to recall a happy childhood,five month summer vacations in the Caleta and the Famara beach with its eight kilometers of clean and fine sand framed by cliffs of more than four hundred meters high that reflected on the beach like in a mirror. That image has been engraved in my soul as something of extraordinary beauty that I will never forget in all of my life.” The beach is stunning, you can walk for miles and watch the surfers, its so big it could never be crowded! Once you’ve enjoyed the beach you should head into the village and choose a tapas bar / restaurant to chill out and relax in, its like stepping back in time, with a very laid back atmosphere. After exploring Famara head to the old capital of Teguise, here you can wander the cobbled streets with old buildings and see the individual shops, there are lots of art and crafts on offer including a César Manrique gift shop, if you are going on a Sunday, be prepared for the huge market which transforms the town for one day a week. If you have time on your way back, you really should stop at the Casa de Omar Sharif located on the hillside in Nazaret just outside Teguise. Look for the sign Lagomar on your left as you head down the hill, park outside taking in the panoramic view then head through the restaurant entrance to explore this intriguing property, designed by César Manrique in the 1970’s, it was built into an old quarry, incorporating the tunnels and caves into the architecture. You can enjoy a drink on the terrace or a meal in the renown restaurant, whilst reflecting on the wonder of Manrique and his effect on the island of Lanzarote.
Option 3. Green North Head for signs to Teguise but continue past the old capital, heading North, the road will pass through the village of Los Valles, which is a typical rural Canarian village untouched by tourism. Continue climbing up the hill, on your right you will see the huge wind turbines at Parque Eólico, if you would like to know more about alternative energy in Lanzarote, click here. Just a bit further on, on your left you can see the tiny church of Ermita de las Nievesperched on the top of the Risco de Famara – you can pull off and enjoy the view down to Famara and Timanfaya or continue. As you reach the top of the climb on your left you have the radar station and on your right are fabulous views down to the coast, there is a lay by where you can pull in and the white villages on the coast are Arrieta andPunta Mujeres. If you’re afraid of heights then close your eyes for the next part – not the driver though! There is a fantastic twisty road that winds its way down into the Valley of Haría offering spectacular views at each bend.
As you enter into Haría park and have a walk around this pretty town, its known as the ‘valley of a thousand palms’, the tradition is to plant palms when a child is born, two for a boy and one for a girl! If you are visiting on a Saturday morning there is a market in the plaza. If you fancy stretching your legs for a walk, then find the plaza de constitution and face the Ayuntamiento building, follow that road to the right and keep going, it will become a dirt track and at the top there is a beautifulmirador down to Famara, you can see the sea on both sides of the island from here – its not a strenuous walk and about a 20 minute stroll to the view. There are a choice of restaurants and bars if you need a food or drink break, our favourites are – Meson La Frontera this has a children’s play area and stunning views to Maguez with a wood fired grill and Puerta Verde which is only open Thu – Sat but offers fresh local food with a fusion twist. On the following part of route there are 4 of the 7 official attractions, you won’t have time or want to visit them all so I’m leaving it up to you to choose! Exiting Haría head towards signs for Guinate and the Mirador del Río (1 of 4), then drop down into Á“rzola and take the coast road signposted Arrecife, there are small white sand beaches dotted along this road with parking areas if you want to stop. The Jameos del Agua (2 of 4) and Cueva de los Verdes (3 of 4 Green Caves) are situated off the same junction, you turn left for the first and right for the second. Take the turning for Punta Mujeres and follow the coast road along the front to Arrieta where you can go to Playa la Garita, a locals beach with two tapas bars or continue along the main road again. If you’re running short of time stay on the main road back to Tahiche, otherwise turn off at Mala and drive through to Guatiza where you can see a restored windmill and huge plastic cactus at the Jardin de Cactus (4 of 4). You can rejoin the main road again on the far side of Guatiza.
There is so much to explore in Lanzarote, ideally you need at least two days to see the island, so you can explore the North and South not forgetting the middle!
Lanzarote – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Lanzarote is one of the Canary Islands, in the Atlantic Ocean. It is the fourth largest of the Canary Islands, about half the size of its neighbour Fuerteventura. It is 1000 km away from mainland Spain, and about 125 km to the African coast. It has been a biosphere reserve since 1993.
Regions and cities[edit]
29°2′56″N 13°37′12″W
Map of Lanzarote
Map of Lanzarote showing key towns and sites of interest.
The resorts of Lanzarote are in the south and southeast of the island, most of them are only a few decades old. The traditional municipalities are in the middle of the island, and agriculture is still present. The north-west of the island is sparsely populated and is characterized by bizarre volcanic structures. To the north is the Chinijo Archipelago. It includes the smaller island of La Graciosa and four other islands, including Alegranza and Montana Clare, both uninhabited.
The island is divided into several regions around the biggest cities:
28.9625-13.5505561 Arrecife. – Greatest area, the island’s capital. It’s the nerve center of the island and almost obligatory entrance point of Lanzarote (unless you come via Playa Blanca). The city has no great attraction except for its coastal area: Playa del Reducto, a pretty calm beach, Fort San Gabriel on an islet accessible by La puente de los Bolas, and the Charco of San Gines, lagoon of sea water surrounded by a beautiful walk. The other center of interest of the city hides towards the merchandise port. It is the International Museum of Contemporary Art which took its quarters in the fort San José. Designed by Cesar Manrique, the museum also houses a gourmet restaurant at reasonable prices.
29.146728-13.498252 Haria. – In the north, with famous volcanic caves and the most green area. After crossing a pass from Teguise, Haria appears like an oasis at the bottom of a valley. With a nickname “Ten thousand palm trees valley”, Haria contains palms than a classic city. The major attraction of Haria is the house of César Manrique. Eccentric, the artist’s last home is an unfinished work. The center is quite small but nice. At the Leon y Castilla square, it is possible to take a break on the terrace of a café, in the shade of eucalyptus. On the same square, a craft market happens every Saturday morning, selling local products.
29.001634-13.6139313 San Bartolomé. – Central city of the island. San Bartolomé is above all a large crossroads between the North (Tinajo), South (Arrecife), East (Geria Valley) and west (Teguise). A gigantic sculpture by Cesar Manrique The monument to the peasant is visible at the intersection of these roads. Beyond this symbolic work, Casa Museu, in the same place, allows to appreciate the local culture and its (peasant) history. Half way between a museum and a craft shop, the creation “manriquienne” also houses a restaurant.
29.059869-13.5603624 Teguise. – Former capital, with the holiday resort Costa Teguise. It naturally presents the most representative face of the traditional aristocratic architecture. Walking through ancient cobbled streets or around the church square, the visitor can admire numbers of facades, massive doors or other wooden balconies. The Spinola Palace, home to the Timple Museum (local musical instrument) and the piracy museum hosted at Santa Barbara Fort (outside the city, placed on a volcano) are the two unavoidable attractions of the city. Also here, a large weekly market occurs on Sunday, attracting crowds of tourists.
28.953056-13.6530565 Tías. – The city is not very interesting, the municipality is primarily known for Puerto del Carmen seaside resort – which is even bigger than the city. The vineyards of the Garia valley are also here.
29.066747-13.6766926 Tinajo. – At the north of the island and the edge of the Parque Natural de Los Volcanes, it’s the most authentic and secluded. The flow of tourists from the south and east of the island stops mostly in the Geria Valley or Timanfaya National Park. Two points are worth a visit: Mancha Blanca on one side (hermitage of Los Dolores and Sunday morning market) and the agricultural museum El Patio on the other. The Lanzaroteño identity is undoubtedly most present here.
28.952128-13.7646677 Yaiza. – A tourist center and ferry port Playa Blanca. The most spectacular scenery on the island. If the north of the island has been valued by the artistic work of Cesar Manrique, the landscapes of the south (and thus the municipality of Yaiza) are sufficient for themselves. Yaiza resides between Timanfaya, Papayago and el Golfo – a charming little sleepy village. There is little to see except maybe in the neighboring village of Uga, a smoked salmon smokehouse (you can buy one, too) and a dromedary (camel) breeding center. The latter organizes daily round trips to Timanfaya, performing a promenade for the coming tourists.
Lanzarote is in the same time zone as rest of the Canary Islands—Western European Time (WET). This means the time is the same as in Portugal and United Kingdom.
Other destinations[edit]
29.1221-13.54158 Famara – A beach and surfers town with excellent waves for beginners and intermediates. The town itself though is dull and overpriced, there is no competition and all shops and rentals have the same prices, one overpriced supermarket, and above than average priced restaurants. The “deals” the schools and shops offer are not worth their name. However, it’s the best place to surf and take lessons in Lanzarote—maybe go with a one/two day lesson and learn the rest by yourself. Surfboards are €15-25/day, neoprene €5/day, and they also have all the other (newest) gear; kite, foil, wings, etc. As for later discounts beforehand, when going with one surf school—often they offer reduced accommodation and rental if you did a course with them. You are better off buying equipment and suits used, e.g. on Wallapop or Facebook Market, and even stay in the car or van along the eastern stretch of the beach, in case you intend to stay here longer and just take your time—there are many offers for used surf boards and suits below €100 (for both), especially by people that are in a hurry to sell since they have a flight scheduled.
29.131319-13.4624589 Arrieta – A nice town with an interesting break for surfing. The wave does not break for a while and builds up and goes down several times, a good chance to practice as an intermediate surfer. Depending on the tide the length of the break and ultimately wave varies, so get some information beforehand.
The North – The North of Lanzarote is rural, and unusually green when compared to the rest of the island. The main town is Haria, and there are three fishing villages, Punta Mujeres, Arrieta and Orzola. The area is also home to two attraction Jameos del Agua, and Cueva de los Verdes
Islands[edit]
29.251944-13.5080561 La Graciosa – Derived from the Spanish word for ‘graceful’, this volcanic island was formed by the Canary hot spot.The entire island is composed of volcanic rock and sand. It is also apart of the Islands conservation groups Parque Natural del Archipiélago Chinijo, Reserve of the Biosphere, and “Marine Reserve of La Graciosa”. Having only a population of approximately 700, there are only two inhabited areas on the Island. those areas are Caleta del Sebo and summer-friendly Casas de Pedro Barba. The island has a school, lyceum, post office, supermarkets, a bank, port, beaches, and — except bar-restaurants — a square where bicycles can be hired (plaza). The main industry of the island is tourism and fishing. The climate of the island is one of the most commonly reported pull factors for travelers. Streets and roads on La Graciosa are unpaved sand. The Gracioseras can often be seen early each morning sweeping the streets smooth of the previous night’s footprints. Motor vehicles are strictly prohibited and limited to a handful of licensed vehicles for special purposes. Since the roads are bad, and cars have to be shipped to Lanzarote for repair, about 70% of the motor vehicles on the island are old Land Rovers which often can be repaired by a local serviceman. There are no natural water sources on the island. Desalinated water has to be piped directly from Lanzarote since 2001.
29.392778-13.5091672 Alegranza – In the most northern part of the Canary Islands, Alegranza is another one of the smaller scaled islands. Its name comes from the Spanish word for ‘Joy’. The terrain is mostly flat, home to only one small volcano. The island is part of a conservation act with (Chinijo Archipelago) Natural Park, so it has no active or documented inhabitants. The historic lighthouse of (Punta Delgada) can be found on the eastern part of the island. Built in 1865, it was declared a historical monument in December 2002.
29.297-13.5353 Montaña Clara – The smallest island of the Canary Islands.
Tourist resorts[edit]
29-13.510 Costa Teguise – Mostly a tourist resort with countless apart hotels, bars and restaurants. Depending on the type of tourists and season, it can be offsetting.
28.863806-13.82848311 Playa Blanca – A more upscale and picturesque tourist resort in the center, but with countless cheap options around it.
28.922778-13.64944412 Puerto del Carmen – Locals, foreign house owners and apart hotels mixed together with a LIDL in walking distance. Might be a good alternative to Costa Teguise.
Understand[edit]
Some of the plants that grow easily on Lanzarote, at the Jardín de Cactus in Guatiza
Not all that much is known about the island’s early history, because most archaeological evidence has either been buried under lava or carried off by raiders. The Phoenecians were there, followed by the Romans. The Arabs then settled the island, the French explored it, and the Spanish conquered it.
It was named after Lancelotto Malocello , who is considered to be the (re-) discoverer of the Canary Islands. The old Canarian name of the island was Titerrogatra or “the red mountains”, which refers to the volcanism, which has shaped the island more than all other Canaries.
The island thrived for a while by producing cochineal, an expensive, crimson dye taken from the carapace of a scale insect that lives on cactus. Cochineal is used for dying fabric, decorating china, in cosmetics, and as a food colouring.
The eruptions in 1730-1736 covered a quarter of the island’s surface, destroying its most fertile farmland and eleven villages. Still, visitors marvel at how stone walls and semi-surrounds are used to capture moisture to grow crops elsewhere on this decidedly desert island.
The coherence and beauty of the island’s cultural and tourist centres is largely the legacy of the local artist César Manrique (1919-1992). He also played a key role in having the island declared a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1993.
Lanzarote islanders speak Spanish (Castilian) with a distinct Canary Island accent and some vocabulary not found on the Spanish mainland.
Lanzarote’s principal economic activity is tourism, and a large proportion of tourists are from Ireland and the UK as well as Germany, so most people working with tourists can speak at least some basic English.
Most restaurants offer menus in Spanish, English, and German. Although, do remember that this is a Spanish speaking island and try not to get too flustered if the local people cannot understand you. Many residents speak some English or German as a second language, but it helps greatly to speak slowly and use simple words and grammar.
By plane[edit]
28.950738-13.6057661 Arrecife Airport (ACE IATA), Apartado de Correos 86, 35500 Arrecife, Lanzarote (5 km west of Arrecife via LZ-2), ☏ +34 913211000, [email protected]. The island’s only airport. (updated Feb 2017)
In addition to the charter flights that serve Lanzarote from Northern Europe, there are scheduled flights operated to some of the other Canary Islands, to the Spanish mainland and to a few international locations, most notably London (Gatwick). Live arrivals and departure information for the airport at Lanzarote is available here: Lanzarote Airport Live Arrivals information [dead link]
Some of the airlines serving Lanzarote (ACE) include: Iberia, Air Europa, Vueling, EasyJet, Thomsonfly, Jetair, Aer Lingus, Ryanair, and Jet2. Two local companies are Islas Airways and Binter Canarias, with mostly flights between the Canary Islands.
ATMs at the airport charge about €8 to get cash; wait until you get into the resorts where it will be €1.50.
By boat[edit]
28.971492-13.5263432 Arrecife. Trasmediterranea (€36 from Tenerife), Naviera Armas (updated May 2021)
28.85909-13.8336713 Playa Blanca. Fred Olsen, Naviera Armas, Lineas Maritimo Romero (€18 from Fuerteventura) (updated May 2021)
29.223514-13.4520974 Orzola. La Graciosa €20 return. (updated May 2021)
There are several several smaller marinas that allow ship docking. One of the more interesting is Marina Rubicon at Playa Blanca because of its architecture and available services.
Get around[edit]
Tidal pool (Charco Verde, Charco de los Clicos) in the El Golfo crater
By car[edit]
It only takes about 40 minutes to cross the entire island from North to South by car, and about 25 minutes across. Fuel is very cheap, just above €1/L.
Lanzarote tends to be a bit windy, and often a bit more in July, making motor scooters or bicycles a little difficult and risky. This is compounded by the rocky landscape and lacking bikeways.
So, the best way to travel on the island is with a rental car. The streets are good and the island is small, so you can see the main sights in two to three days. In all three holiday centers, Puerto del Carmen, Costa Teguise and Playa Blanca as well as in the capital Arrecife, a car can easily be rented. As a rule, the driver must be at least 21 years old. In addition to regular cars, it is also possible to hire jeeps, which make it easier to drive the unpaved roads, or camper vans. However, they are quite expensive compared to the regular car options. In the off-season there are regularly special offers for several days.
Multiple car companies are operating here, with prices €11-50/day including taxes and insurance. When choosing one of the cheapest companies (like Goldcar), make sure to understand the terms & conditions, since there may be hidden fees or tricks such as petrol refill fee at the time of return, or mandatory insurance to be paid at pickup. Best to review the ratings online to get a understanding of what to expect.
Rental companies (always compare!):
AutoReisen – Only available in the Canary Islands. Cheap, reliable and no deposit—from €9/day. Though, apparently not very well known and not listed on the common price comparison websites. Pickup and drop-off only at the airports. Ask around and you will see that people are very happy with them.
PlusCar Rent a Car – Conditions are similar to AutoReisen—sometimes cheaper, sometimes more expensive. Likewise no deposit.
Cabrera Medina – Around 20 branches all over the island, though not all are always open. Reliable and well-known.
CICAR – Similar to Cabrera Medina.
PaylessCar – Affordable and good.
TopCar – From €12/day, but many people complain about consecutively being charged for fuel and cleaning. Deposit: €500.
Goldcar, Dollar, Interrent – Not worth the stress—they are well known for ripping off their customers.
Avis, Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz, Enterprice – Probably not worth the extra money, unless you have a membership thing or get a good discount.
By bus[edit]
The Airport is served only by a small bus that stops at both terminals to the city of Playa Honda and the Capital Arrecife, so it would be necessary to go there to connect to other destinations by bus. Buses leave about twice per hour daily for most of the day, except for Sundays when there is a reduced schedule.
Alternatively, you can walk about two kilometers to Playa Honda which is served by multiple lines and has a wide though windy beach.
Check ARRECIFEBUS for bus schedules (bus line 23). The bus fare from the airport to Arrecife is about €1 and from Arrecife to Puerto del Carmen about €1.50 (2016). A taxi ride from the Airport to Puerto del Carmen can range from €12 to €24, and around €30 to the resort of Playa Blanca at the south of the island.
A bus ride always costs between €1.40 and €3. 60. If you plan to travel mainly by bus, get a prepaid card at Arrecife bus terminal which offers a slight discount and saves you the hassle of paying with coins every time.
There is also a hop-on, hop-off bus service called Vision Bus which stops at all major attractions and the island’s three resorts.
By taxi[edit]
All taxis and drivers have a license and are generally friendly and honest. There are fixed prices for an overland trip, otherwise taximeters are used. There are four tariffs: tariff 1 applies to trips in cities, tariff 2 for round trips, tariff 3 for landings (which do not have fixed prices) and tariff 4, which applies to holidays. In all larger places there are taxis and parking, otherwise taxis can be stopped by handsignal when the green lamp of the roof light is on.
On foot and navigation[edit]
Lanzarote has many interesting sights and trails within its volcanic environment. For reliable maps and comprehensive trails, a good deal of sights and tourist attractions, and general map information, consult OpenStreetMap, which is also used by this travel guide, and by many mobile Apps like OsmAnd (advanced with many add-ons) and MAPS. ME (simple but limited).
If you are in an area with less information mapped, feel free to add and update what is there so subsequent travellers have an easier time!
Centers of Art, Culture and Tourism[edit]
Sites managed by the island administration, designed by César Manrique (and with the participation of other local artists such as Jesus Soto). They are the entry points for the knowledge and discovery of the island. They can be visited separately but it is preferable to go bulk: 3 centers for €21, 4 centers for €28, or the best 6 centers for €32 (the entrance to the San Bartolomé is free).
29.010138-13.7346061 Timanfaya National Park. A volcanic landscape created between 1730 and 1736 from the eruptions of over 100 volcanoes. It has barely changed since then and covers a quarter of the island’s surface. The scenery here is stunning and unusual with an array of colours from the various minerals. Restaurant El Diablo offers excellent views of the national park which can be enjoyed while sampling typical Canarian food (all cooked by geothermal heat from the volcano). It is also possible to take a camel ride near the entrance to the national park, this costing €6 a person. For many, the highlight of their visit to Lanzarote.
Montañas del Fuego (Mountains of Fire) (within the park), ☏ +34 928 84 00 57. Daily 09:00-17:45 (last tour at 17:00). Restaurant +34 928 17 31 05, daily 12:00-15:00. Entrance is by bus or car leading to the Islote de Hilario, where a sloped car park leads up to a shop, bar and restaurant which were designed by César Manrique. The admission fee includes a bus tour around the interior of the park with a narrated history in Spanish, English and German. The restaurant has a panoramic view of the park, and the meat is roasted over the underground heat of the islote, which reaches hundreds of degrees at a depth of only a few metres. Read the reviews before deciding to go, it is not for everyone. €10.
Timanfaya National Park Visitors’ Centre (just outside the northern limit of the park, on the road to Mancha Blanca and Tinajo. ). The permanent display and audio-visual presentations explain the origins of the island, the recent volcanic activity that formed the park, and the flora and fauna of what appears at first glance to be a dead landscape. Admission free.
29.214439-13.4812332 Mirador del Rio, Calle Rambla Medular, 15, 35520 Haria. A lookout at the northernmost tip of the island. It has a comfortable bar and lounge offering a magnificent panoramic view of the small islands to the north of Lanzarote. €5.
29.157573-13.4302553 Jameos del Agua (in the Malpais de La Corona, north of the island.). Daily 10:00-18:30, and Tu F Sa 19:00-02:00. Restaurant Tu F Sa 19:30-23:30. Neat dress (no shorts or t-shirts) and no flash or lit photography after 19:00. A jameo is a volcanic formation formed when the ceiling of an underground lava tunnel collapses, exposing a section of the tunnel to the sky. A bar, restaurant, swimming pool, and concert hall were all built within one such formation, near the coast, under the guidance of César Manrique, and opened to the public in 1966. €11.
29.080566-13.4758434 Jardín de Cactus (Cactus Garden), Guatiza, ☏ +34 928 52 93 97. Every day, 10:00-18:00, last entry 17:45. Famous but overrun. You might be better off looking out for beautiful gardens even some with various cactuses around the island. €6.50.
28.970995-13.5332535 San José Castle International Museum of Contemporary Art, ☏ +34 928 81 23 21.
29.01582-13.6154096 Casa Monumento al Campesino (House of Monument to the Peasant), San Bartolomé, ☏ +34 928 52 01 36. Daily 10:00-18:00. Restaurant 12:00-16:30, 18:00-01:00.
[dead link] Agricola Museum, Echedey, 18 35558,Tiagua., ☏ +34 928 529 134, fax: +34 928 529 134. Open M-F 10:00-17:30 and Sa 10:00-14:30. This is a great place to see what life used to be like on Lanzarote for the farmers and settlers. There are lots of exhibits covering everything from tools and implements to a typical household layout on this large and interesting site. Two flour mills, a winery, animals and a working farm are all on offer for visitors to see. Often missed by tourist buses this site is easy to find and well preserved.
Caves and lava tubes[edit]
Cueva de los Verdes, with the ceiling reflected in the water on the floor of the lava tube
29.16063-13.439057 Cueva de los Verdes (Green’s Cave) (a few hundred metres inland from the Jameos del Agua; part of the same tunnel), ☏ +34 928 84 84 84. Every day, 10:00-18:00, last entry 17:00. A 45 min guided tour takes you through a succession of caverns and tunnels formed by an underground river of lava. The melted rock and mineral formations are well lit, and the demonstration of their acoustical qualities is truly surprising. (updated May 2018)
29.163853-13.4506748 Jameo la Puerta Falsa (just NW of Cueva de los Verdes). This one apparently is connected to Cueva de los Verdes. It is free to enter and one of the several caves with lava tubes that you can explore. Easily up to 1 km of lava tubes. Extensively, but bring a flashlight and water, don’t go alone, and tell someone beforehand that you are going. (updated May 2021)
29.167555-13.4608329 Jameo de la Gente (NW of Jameo la Puerta Falsa). Both directions lead off with lava tubes. It is unclear though how far they reach. (updated May 2021)
One entrance of Cuevas De Maquez
29.164674-13.46901510 Las Cuevas De Maquez (NW of the Cueva de los Verdes). Entrance to a system of corridors about 300 m long. Branches inside, very worth seeing, easily accessible. Bring a flashlight! Also, check out the link, which as a good depiction of the cave and its structure. (updated May 2021)
29.158-13.43869811 Cueva de Los Siete Lagos. Probably the highlight if your are into cave exploring. You might need a wet suit if you freeze easily, cause there is some swimming involved. Take the usual precautions. It will not be detailed here further for obvious reasons, but you will get a good deal of helpful information from friendly locals and hostals. (updated May 2021)
29.011207-13.65962412 Cueva de Las palomas / Los Naturistas. This is an easy lava tube, but still exiting. About 500 m in length, and in the middle you will not see any light anymore. The exit is 29.013081-13.6563541 here. Bring a flashlight, don’t go alone and tell someone where you are going. Keep at the southeastern wall of the tube. There are some caves wandering off west at the west entrance, but they are leading to a dead end. (updated May 2021)
29.011591-13.71832413 Pico Partido lava tube. There are two lava tubes above each other. For exploring you might have to crawl or climb a little. But already the form of the sight is rewarding itself and well worth the hike from the highway. (updated May 2021)
Cesar Manrique[edit]
29.001875-13.54706514 Fundación César Manrique, Taro de Tahiche., ☏ +34 928 84 31 38, +34 928 84 30 70. Daily 10:00-19:00. Visit César Manrique’s superb house, built inside 5 volcanic bubbles, and now also a gallery of his personal art collection €8.
29.141386-13.50354515 House of Cesar Manrique in Haria.
29.044808-13.55519316 Lagomar (house of Omar Sharif). €6.
Sculptures scattered on the island (Juguetes del viento in Arrieta, Energia of the piramide, Fobos and El triunfador in Tahiche, Monumento al Campesino in San Bartolomé, etc.)
Volcanic scenery[edit]
Los Hervideros
28.97984-13.82916617 El Golfo.
28.953733-13.83333818 Los Hervideros.
28.940033-13.81787419 Salines de Janubio.
28.869468-13.7936620 Papagayo beach.
Beach Mujeres: the biggest beach, easily accessible by foot from Playa Blanca.
Beach Pozo
Beach Cera and Cerita
Beach Caleta del Congrio
Beach Puerto Muelas
28.968966-13.71435421 La Geria vineyard.
29.114756-13.55895722 Riscos de Famara.
Lanzaroteño identity[edit]
29.057702-13.5503123 Museum of piracy.
29.059306-13.5603224 Casa del Timple.
Salinas de Janubio
Scuba diving – From Costa Teguise, Playa Blanca or Puerto del Carmen, some of the best diving in Europe.
Surfing – There are many surf schools in Lanzarote and most will transport you to this beach for the lesson. Mostly in Famara (surfing, wind surfing, kite boarding), where you have a long stretch of sand and continues waves. Depending on the weather, you might want to head to La Santa, where you also can find a good break. But since it is a rocky beach, it is probably only interesting for intermediate or advanced surfers. Furthermore, there is also an interesting break in Arrieta on the other side of the island. Otherwise, you will want to head to Fuerteventura, where there is much more choice of any.
Cycling – Lanzarote being a flat island (about 600 m as the highest elevation), it is ideal for cycling. Almost all asphalted roads can be reached, the main axis between Arrecife and Tías, the LZ-2, can be used, since edge strips are present. Lanzarote is also suitable for the use of mountain bikes—keep in mind that it is not permissible to go off the slopes, roads and paths, as it disturbs growth of lichens.
There is a water park (with bus service from Puerto del Carmen), a Zoo Park (Guinate Park), an aquarium-type park and a wild-west themed animal park (Rancho Texas). You can also take submarine trips from Ports in Puerto del Carmen and Puerto Calero.
There is an array of tourist shops ranging from digital hardware shops to bazaars but be wary, you can get a good bargain if you can haggle a little with the shopkeepers. Don’t worry, these guys are well used to people asking for a better deal than what they are offering.
Beaches[edit]
One of the island’s most enjoyable things to do is relax, lie at the beautiful beaches during the day and enjoy a nice meal in the evening.
28.997608-13.4909641 [dead link] Costa Teguise.
28.9228-13.6681152 Puerto del Carmen.
28.86322-13.8298733 Playa Blanca.
29.114965-13.5556944 Playa de Famara.
29.20908-13.496585 Playa del Risco (a 1-hr walk from the west of the Ye village, almost 400 m altitude difference — take good shoes). A picturesque secluded beach – mostly because it’s quite remote.
29.2245-13.46166 Playa de La Cantería.
Hiking[edit]
The island is not a great paradise for hiking compared to La Gomera or Tenerife. There is too little vegetation and the landscape is too bare. Nevertheless, it is very worthwhile to hike here. There are guided hikes, for example in the national park Timanfaya (the guides provide a lot of information about the lava landscape). It is also possible to walk freely—there exist many trails around the volcanoes or along the beaches. Strong and durable shoes are recommended, as the sharp-edged lava cuts through sneakers or sandals easily. It is also necessary to carry a lot of water, since there are very few water sources. Often the summer is too hot for extended hikes. The most suitable are early spring and spring itself, as the plants sprout.
OpenStreetMap provides the best maps for hiking on Lanzarote–see #On foot and navigation.
Some great hiking spots, in the order of popularity:
Camino Risco Famara – Starting in Famara and going the whole way up to beautiful and remote Playa del Risco, a proper and longish hike. You can however enter the trail along the way from the street up the cliff where it is possible, e.g. from La Corona.
29.184683-13.4835437 La Corona
29.039252-13.7295138 Caldera Blanca
29.01087-13.7182819 Pico Partido
28.95617-13.71344410 La Geria
29.214348-13.48102511 Mirador del Rio – And the cliffs up further north by the transceiver station, with great views of La Graciosa and Orzola. Ignore the “Do not cross” sign, this is BS. The areal is public ground, they just want that people pay €5 for entering the bunker restaurant and view point. But the same view is offered just north around the car park, where anyone is allowed to enter.
29.01734-13.67228812 Montaña Cardona
29.140248-13.52545513 Casa del Agua – A hidden secret, many locals know about. Walk along the beach northwards from Famara. At the last large gravel parking lot along the coast, the trail goes upwards a little, from where it is another 1.3 km. There is another casa behind this one after another 500 m, in case you want to explore further. There is also some interesting caves and tunnels here—the last ones still properly in shape. Watch out, there might be some hippies with a (shy) dog in the back room—do not disturb.
29.144706-13.51921914 Mirador Rincon de Haria together with 29.12652-13.52428715 Mirador de El Risco de Famara and a little further south to the edge of the cliff offer for a great hike from Haría (13 km).
28.991818-13.69220116 El Cuervo
29.109645-13. 47810217 Water reservoir – A great view from the mountains. Hike further up to “La Cathedral” cave.
Lagomar
Traditional[edit]
The local cuisine is typical of the Canary Islands:
Mojo means sauce. The most common varieties are:
mojo picón (hot, spicy) made from red chillis,
mojo verde (green) made either from green pepper or coriander (cilantro),
mojo hervido (boiled) made from spices and lemon.
Papas arrugadas (“wrinkly potatoes”) are cooked unpeeled in salt water then baked dry. Customarily served with a mojo sauce.
Gofio is a flour substitute milled from a variety of cereals like wheat, corn (maize), and barley, or a mixture of them. It is sometimes served by local restaurants in entreé dishes as a small patty of moist dough, and also forms the basis for local pastries and pie bases.
Restaurants noted for local cuisine:
La Era, Yaiza.
Casa Monumento al Campesino, San Bartolomé.
Restaurante Museo Internacional de Arte Contemporaneo, Castillo de San José, Arrecife (on the coast just to the north of Arrecife, inside a Castle turned museum).
However, in many of the resorts there are very few true Canarian restaurants. Most of them tend to focus on English food (English fried breakfast, roasts, etc.) If you are going on a package holiday it would be a huge saving to pay the extra for all-inclusive, especially if you’re not likely to travel far from the resort.
Non-traditional[edit]
There are many non-traditional places to eat out in the main resort towns, serving a wide range of food such as Greek, Chinese, Indian, and Mexican.
The ‘old town’ area of Puerto del Carmen is home to Blooming Cactus Vegetarian Restaurant, but those with vegan or vegetarian dietary requirements will find limited choice outside of this eatery.
La Geria vineyard
The tap water is treated sea water, brackish, and not recommended for drinking. Try to drink bottled water, which is affordable.
There are many bars in the tourist areas, in particular Irish bars in Puerto del Carmen.
Alcohol is very cheap in supermarkets. A 1 L bottle of San Miguel is around €1, and a can of beer as little as €0.50. However, in bars and clubs, the same beer would cost around €3.50. There is no duty on alcohol purchased in Lanzarote (other than VAT at 5%), so restaurants tend to make a lot of their money from the selling of alcohol at a significant, but to foreign visitors seemingly imperceptible markup. Again, if a package exists which is all-inclusive, it might be a good idea to pay the little bit extra in the long run.
Supermarkets vary greatly in price – the most expensive are Netto and Spar (about 25% more expensive). HiperDino supermarkets are larger and tend to have good local produce at reasonable prices. Around Arrecife and in Puerto del Carmen you will find three LIDL with very reasonable prices.
Prices are now very reasonable and comparable to the rest of Western Europe. Watch out for the cost of fresh fruit and veg as some have to be transported refrigerated by ship from afar and can be expensive, a fresh pineapple can cost €8.
Fruits from the Canary Islands include papaya, bananas and avocado, occasionally apples and cucumbers and the like, too.
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is praised all over the island. While you can find the small plants (30-50 cm in height) all over the island, the products on sale from Aloe Vera are often not worth their name (or price). If you look onto the ingredients list, many will contain Aloe Vera at fifth position (i.e. less than 20%), or so. The rest is often a mix of things you will not want to pay such a high price for or even put onto your skin. You might just be better off cutting one leaf yourself and squish the juice out of it to apply to your skin. Note, the much larger agave (about 1 m) is often mistaken for Aloe Vera, and you will see many perforated leaves of these along trails.
Shopping and money[edit]
Bring sufficient cash – ATMs usually charge a fee and bus fares as well as some small places only accept cash – and pay by card whenever possible.
In case you are looking for a used surfboard, neoprene, car or anythings else in this direction, check out Wallapop, which is quite popular in the Canary Islands. However, people seem to be slow answering here. So, you might be better off with Facebook Market.
Bizum is very popular with locals, and even some bars and restaurants—as an alternative to PayPal or Venmo. However, you need a Spanish bank account to use it.
Markets[edit]
29.060237-13.5591621 Teguise. Su 09:00-14:00. Very touristy, a lot of handicraft. Good for having a lunch in one of the restaurants around the market, enjoying some of the delicious tapas while watching the world go by. (updated May 2021)
29. 146598-13.4990442 Haría. Su 10:00-14:30. More authentic, a lot of handicraft, but also local produces. If you only have time for one market, visit this one over the one in Teguise. (updated May 2021)
29.044621-13.6813113 Mancha Blanca. Not very big. Mostly agricultural produces and bakery. (updated May 2021)
There are also markets in San Bartalomeo, Arrecife, etc.—check out the links above for all listings.
Papagayo beach
Lanzarote has a broad selection of hotels and other forms of holiday accommodation. Most hotels are clustered in and around the major resorts of Puerto del Carmen, Playa Blanca and Costa Teguise.
There are also plenty of hostels and Airbnb offers for short-term accommodation, so check OpenStreetMap and respective services.
Hotel Los Fariones, C/. Roque del Este 1, Puerto del Carmen, ☏ +34 928 510 175. The Hotel Fariones is a beachfront hotel set in luxurious gardens with native plant species with direct access to the crystalline waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
Coronas Playa, Avda del Mar 26, Costa Teguise, ☏ +34 928 82 66 40. The Hotel Coronas Playa is in a prime seafront location, the nearby beach Playa Bastian and the local shops and bars are only a short distance away.
Apartments Celeste, Avda. Islas Canarias, 21-23-25, Costa Teguise, ☏ +34 928 591 720. 85 fully equipped apartments with one and two bedrooms, in the heart of Costa Teguise, Lanzarote’s premier holiday resort. The complex is divided into three blocks, each with its own swimming pool and sunbathing area.
Gran Melia Salinas, Avda. Islas Canarias s/n, Costa Teguise, ☏ +34 928 590 040. In the north of the Lanazarote Island, Gran Meliá Salinas is close to the architecturally historical capital of Teguise, as well as Arrecife airport, Jameos del Agua, and Cueva de los Verdes.
Hesperia Lanzarote, Urb. Cortijo Viejo (Puerto Calero). This hotel is on the coast, offering fantastic views. Spa, Games room and swimming pools are available in and around the hotel. From €48.
Castillo Schlaraffenland, Camino del Meson 45 (La Assomada), ☏ +34 928511159. The apartments of Castillo Schlaraffenland that are built in César Manrique style are in the middle of the island, 250 m above Puerto Calero. All three apartments have been built into volcano rocks and have a stunning view over the Atlantic coast and Fuerteventura island.
Finca Botanico Calle Tarajal 30, Guatiza. Rural holiday accommodation for up to six guests, in The Secret Garden Villa (2 beds) and the Garden Apartment (1 bed).
Stay safe[edit]
While a generally safe country, as always beware of pickpockets and keep hold of any personal belongings. There are local police stations in all major cities and somewhat frequent police patrols around the streets. Emergency service phone number is the European standard 112. Always take a printout of all the Important Numbers and keep with you all the time.
Beware of Weather Envelopes: It is useful to take a rain cover despite the cloudless sky.
A hat is greatly recommended to protect against sunstroke. Use sunscreen when coming from less sunny regions and observe the signals of your body to prevent sunburn.
It is not permitted to go off the slopes, roads and paths, as that disturbs growth of lichens.
Go next[edit]
Fuerteventura is about 20€ by ferry from the southern harbour at Playa Blanca in half an hour.
La Graciosa is a pleasant island that can be reached easily by ferry from Orzola, which is connected to Bus line 9. Ferries depart at least hourly and cost 14€ for one way.
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Lanzarote Volcanoes – Best Tours + Walks + Photos
When visiting the Canary islands, the Lanzarote volcanoes are a bucket list item not to be missed, especially the Fire mountains of Timanfaya National Park. The island is covered in small or large volcanoes with different shapes and colours. It is fascinating. Below is my guide with pictures and video, and give you some tips to plan your Lanzarote volcano tours, trips and walks.
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Volcanoes in Lanzarote – Video
Let’s start with short video introducing the fascinating landscapes of Lanzarote which have been created by volcanoes. It will show you the Fire Mountains of Lanzarote as well as other volcanoes around the island:
Inspiring isn’t it?
Main volcanic attraction – Fire Mountains Lanzarote
What are the Lanzarote Fire Mountains?
The Lanzarote Fire Mountains is the most famous part of the island. It corresponds to the volcanoes inside the Timanfaya National Park. They are called Montanas del Fuego in Spanish. And it is a Unesco Biosphere reserve.
Those volcanoes are located on the West side of Lanzarote, in an area affected by the 6-year eruption from 1730 to 1736. It is famous because it has been one of the most spectacular eruption on Earth and it changed the shape of the island.
In the National Park, you can find many volcanoes of different colours. But a lot of them have a reddish colour, and when the sun rises or sets, they seem to be on fire.
Fire mountains Lanzarote
Inside the Lanzarote Volcano Park (Timanfaya National Park)
The part of the island that is protected in a National park is accessible to visitor. However the main area can only be experienced from a bus that goes around a single road. Along the path you can see the smooth and rugged lava flows, and many craters. There are few walks organized in other sections of the park, but spots are limited. Learn more on my article about the Timanfaya National park.
The main activity is really the bus tour. Despite not being able to stop anywhere along the road (to protect the environment), it is really worth doing. The views are very impressive. You can book a half day trip from all the resort towns. Learn more.
Lanzarote’s “Volcano restaurant & Volcano grill”
The tour also includes 2 impressive experiences near the carpark. They show how hot it still is underground (reaching 600°C 10m below the surface):
when they pour water into holes creating mini geysers
when they see how things catch fire
It is right by the famous Lanzarote volcano restaurant when they cook steaks and fish on a “volcano grill” using only the heat from the Earth.
Other Volcanos around Lanzarote – Map
Map – Volcanoes of Lanzarote
However when talking about the volcanoes in Lanzarote, people tend to only mean the Fire mountains when the whole island is spotted by volcanic craters and mounts. In the immediate vicinity of the National Park is the Los Volcanes Natural park. Where you have better access to several volcanoes with walks and hikes.
Here is maps of the main volcano area in Lanzarote (with the highest concentration of them), but there are more craters throughout the island.
Timanfaya Lanzarote Volcano map
My favorite – Montana Cuervo
My favorite of all the volcanoes is Montana Cuervo. I have a passion for everything volcanic. I love seeing the power of Earth and I really enjoy the colours and shapes created by lava. As soon as I saw Cuervo, I fell in love with it despite the fact that it is the most visited after Timanfaya. I think it has a beautiful shape and a very deep mesmerizing colour.
The advantage is that a path has been set up all around the volcano that offers great views of the lava flows, the crater and the surrounding volcanic area. You can even take a detour to get inside the crater!
Inside a volcano in Lanzarote – Montana Cuervo
Large choice of volcanoes in Lanzarote – many shapes, colours & locations
And there are many more to choose from to organise you Lanzarote Volcano trip.
You can choose a white one such as Montana Blanca,
or climb to the top of another one for great views at Los Rodeos
If you love colours, head to Montana Colorada with its intense red face and volcanic bombs
In North Lanzarote, you will find a famous old extinct volcano. The one that created a long lava tube that goes underwater. It is called La Corona and reaches 609meters.
While at the South End, off the beaten track, Montana Roja, offers views all the way to Fuerteventura…
And many many more…
Tours and Walks can lead you to visit some of those if you don’t want to rent a car (see my tips). See in further sections of this article
Montana Blanca – white volcano in Lanzarote
Los Rodeos
Montana Colorada
La Corona Volcano Lanzarote
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Attractions related to volcanic eruptions on Lanzarote
When there are volcanoes, you can also discover amazing volcanic features. They are sometimes even more fascinating than the crater themselves. Below are a few examples of what you can find on the island of Lanzarote.
Jameos del Agua Lanzarote
One of the most famous things to do in Lanzarote is visit Jameos de Agua. It is a lava tunnel where some sections have collapsed creating open caves or ‘jameos’. César Manrique re-imagined the space and it has restaurant, a lake with white crabs, a swimming pool and an amphitheater. Architecture is perfectly integrated with Nature. One of the most unique places I have visited in the World. Learn more on my article about Jameos del Agua.
Green Caves Lanzarote
Another part of the same lava tube has remained wilder with only lights set up by the artist Jesus Soto. The lava tube was created by the eruption of Montana Corona. It is 6km long and end up underwater. It is a completely different experience, since it is completely closed off underground. The Green caves are fascinating!
Los Hervideros
One of my favorite landscapes in Lanzarote is at Los Hervideros. It is a place South of Timanfaya where the flow of lava has met the ocean creating fascinating shapes and cliffs. Plus the erosion has also done it works and you can admire the caves and explore the lava. More photos on my article about the Los Hervideros lava cliffs.
Lanzarote volcanic vineyards
Another big Lanzarote excursions that is unique due to volcanic landscapes are the vineyards. Because of the eruption, a lot of the soil has been covered with lava which is not great for farming. Especially has it rarely rains on Lanzarote. However the locals discovered a way to grow grapes using the picon (small volcanic rocks like gravel). It capture the humidity and provide water to the plants even if it does not rain.
About the Lanzarote Volcanoes – Facts & History
Origin of the volcanos in Lanzarote
Over the history of Lanzarote, several eruptions have shaped Lanzarote
La Corona, which is now extinct was created 4000 years ago
But many have appeared because of the famous 6-year long eruption that happened between 1730 and 1736. It destroyed 26 villages and hamlets, as well as many farms
How many volcanoes in Lanzarote?
Lanzarote is sometimes referred to as the Island of the 1,000 volcanoes. Because everywhere you look, here they are. Well 1000 is not the number. And it depends what you call a volcano, how you count the small mounts and all. It is more in the hundreds
Fun Facts about the volcanoes of Lanzarote
Lanzarote has been used has a backdrop for scenes in several movies and TV shows, such as Doctor who’s, Moby Dick, One million year BC, Krull…
Lanzarote Volcano Tours and Trips
OK Now let’s talk planning; Do you want to explore some of the volcanoes?
OPTION 1 – Make your own Lanzarote Volcano Trip (Self-drive)
The best way to explore the island of Lanzarote and its volcanoes is the rent a car and get around at your own pace. This way you can complete entire hikes and stop whenever you want. You can find all my favorite volcano views and walks in my Lanzarote travel guide eBook here.
Need to rent a car in Lanzarote? My tips:
Compare car rental prices on my favorite platform: Discovercars.com – one of the best customer-rated comparison sites!
Choose the car and company you prefer
Consider their full coverage option – I always take it for peace of mind!
Book early to have a large choice of vehicles!
See all my 36 tips for renting a car in Lanzarote
OPTION 2 – Organized Lanzarote Volcano Tour
If you don’t want to rent a car, and just want to sit back, relax and learn more about the environment, many half-day excursions or full day tours are geared towards the volcanic landscapes of Lanzarote. They depart from all the main resort towns: Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise (check ou my article about the best areas to stay in Lanzarote)
Half day trip to complete the bus tour around Timanfaya National Park (I recommend sitting on the right side of the bus) – Check out the program and Book
Full day trip combining the Fire Mountains of Timanfaya with Los Hervideros and the Green Lagoon inside another volcanic crater – Check out the program and Book
If you don’t mind walking a little, there is also a tour that covers the beginning of the Montana Cuervo walk, as well as the beginning of the Montana Colorado walk. A great combination – Check out program and Book
And if you are more interested by the lava tube, you can chose a day trip that combines Timanfaya with both Jameos del Agua and the Green caves – Check out program and book
OPTION 3 – Guided walking tours of volcanoes in Lanzarote
If you like walking, some Volcano tours in Lanzarote are proposed with a guide and with pick up in the main tourist hubs, for example:
Monte corona volcano and cliff hike in the North with views of La Graciosa – Check out program and book
or a 4h hike with several volcanoes starting with Volcan del Cuervo but going further to other craters – Check out program and book
Or, if planning in advance, you might get a spot in one of the Rangers’ Timanfaya walks
Lanzarote Volcano Walks – Tips
As I wrote before, the ground is mostly covered with solidified lava. Do not leave the path! Do no walk on lava! First is is edgy and you can’t stand well. Second there might be caves under the lava and you are at risk of dropping suddenly
Wear proper shoes. A lot of the time the path is made of picon, so it feels between sand and gravel and it can be tiring on the leg. High covering shoes might even be better so that the small rocks do not enter your shoes. I kept stopping to remove them from mine…
Cover your head and apply sunscreen. The sun is really really harsh. I forgot the first day and was burnt very quickly
Bring plenty of water. The walk can be strenuous and there is no shade at all
But it is all worth it!!!!
Eruption risk
With all that I wrote, you might be wondering: will Timanfaya erupt again? What is the risk of eruption in Lanzarote?
Timanfaya is currently classified as dormant.
However both Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are locate on the African Rift. It is thought that “If an eruption would be coming, the volcanologists would be able to warn about it in advance, but there would be a problem telling where on the island the eruption would happen. ” (from the volcanocafe)
Where to stay in Lanzarote? My tips:
Most enjoyable Resort Town – Playa Blanca – see best rated accommodations
Main resort town (without car & nightlife) – Puerto del Carmen – see best rated accommodations
Best location to be able to explore Lanzarote – Costa Teguise – see best rated accommodations
Coastal Charm and Quiet – Punta Mujeres – see best rated accommodations
Scenic Views – Famara Beach – see best rated accommodations
Original& isolated – La Graciosa – see best rated accommodations
More tips on my article about where to stay in Lanzarote
Photos of the Volcanoes of Lanzarote
And below are some extra photos fo the Lanzarote volcanoes that seem surreal but I promise this is what I saw!
Montana Colorada has really fascinating colours with a red side, and one that seems to change depending on the light:
Want to see more of the best Lanzarote has to offer?
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Lanzarote Attractions by César Manrique – read article
10 hidden gems in Lanzarote – read article
Best Beaches in Lanzarote – read article
Best places to stay in Lanzarote – read article
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HISTORY OF LANZAROTE
Discovery, wars and conquests
First inhabitants – Guanches
The history of Lanzarote begins with its first inhabitants. They were the Guanches, an ethnic group related to the North African Berbers. There are many theories explaining the appearance of the Guanches on the islands. One of the most probable claims that they were brought by the Romans to the Canary Islands to perform agricultural work.
Hunters and farmers
The first written mention of the Guanches dates back to 14th century and describes them as hunters and farmers leading primitive agriculture and raising livestock. They sewed clothes from goat skins, and the diet was quite meager. They lived in dry stone caves or thatched huts . It is believed that the Guanches were quiet and peaceful.
Diet
Goat and rabbit were the main food for the Guanches, and gofio served as a side dish. Gofio is a traditional Canarian dish made from roasted corn, wheat and barley. You can find more information on the gastronomic features of the island on the page dedicated to the cuisine of Lanzarote.
It is believed that in 1312 the island was discovered by the Genoese traveler Lanzerotto Malocello (Italian Lanzerotto Malocello). After that in 1339In 1993, the island was first listed on the European map Atlas Dulsert under the name “Island of Lanzerotto Malocello” (Insula de Lancarote Mallucellus). It was later renamed Lanzarote.
“Red Mountains”
In the Aboriginal language, which was Tamazight (related to the Atlas languages - a group of languages of the Northern Berber branch of the Berber-Libyan family), the name of the island sounded like Titerogaka, which meant “red mountains”. The name described the reddish tint characteristic of the island’s landscape.
Other European expeditions
At the end of the 14th century, other European expeditions visited the island. Among them were pirates who sailed to kidnap slaves and collect mosses for the production of natural dye. The final conquest of the island and its transformation into a Spanish colony took place with the support of the Castilian king Enrique III.
Jean de Bethencourt
The campaign to conquer the island was led by the Norman lord Jean de Bethencourt, accompanied by the famous soldier Gadifer de la Salle. Jean de Bethencourt arrived in Lanzarote in 1402, having previously landed on the neighboring island of La Graciosa.
After negotiations with the last Aboriginal king of Guadarfia, a peace treaty was concluded, in exchange for which Spain pledged to protect the local population from pirates and slave traders. As a result of these successes, Enrique III made Jean de Betancourt ruler of Lanzarote.
In stories about this stage of the conquest of Lanzarote, the island is already described as depopulated with a greatly reduced local population to 300 natives.
Discovery of Lanzarote by Jean de Bethencourt in 1402 — (Source: https://www.fodors.com)
Promulgation of the constitution of Cadiz in 1812, according to which the Canary Islands were declared a province of Spain. Painting by Salvador Vignega. Court Museum of Cadiz – (Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org)
In 1402 , Jean de Betancourt’s nephew Maciot de Betancourt succeeded him, gaining the right to rule the island. He also married Princess Teguise, daughter of the Aboriginal king of Guadarphia. Maciot de Betancourt soon became known as a tyrant. He tried several times to sell the island, but was unsuccessful due to his uncle’s interference.
The era of Spanish possession
Spain and Portugal have long claimed the right to own the island. This continued until, in 1479, the Alkasovashsky treaty was signed. According to this treaty, the Canary Islands were ceded to Spain (Castile).
During the period of Spanish rule, the island was ruled by the Herrera family and their descendants. A in 1812 in Cadiz was not drafted constitution , which put an end to the feudal system and declared the Canary Islands a province of Spain.
Volcanic eruptions
Between 1730 and 1736 volcanic eruptions made approximately 200 square kilometers in the southeastern part of the island uninhabitable, which is about one quarter of the total surface of Lanzarote. Dozens of villages and hectares of arable land, on which cereals had been grown since the 16th century, were destroyed. The history of Lanzarote has changed as a result of these tragic and significant events for the island.
Emergence of Volcano Park
Smaller eruptions occurred in 1824. It was the result of all this that the emergence of the Timanfaya Volcanoes National Park, which is also called Montañas del Fuego , which means “fiery mountains” in Spanish. Thus, Lanzarote acquired the surreal “lunar” landscape , which distinguishes it to this day.
View of the Timanfaya National Park in the southwestern part of the island – (Source: REDSTARSURF)
The modern history of Lanzarote begins in the 20th century. At 19In the 60s, in order to create infrastructure for mass tourism , the government of the country made a decision on the urbanization of coastal areas, which was carried out on a grand scale. During the reign of Franco, the dictator who was in power in Spain, every kilometer of the Spanish coastal territory was concreted in the shortest possible time in order to meet the international demand for beach holiday destinations .
Caesar Manrique – (Source: https://www.elespanol.com)
César Manrique
Unfortunately, Lanzarote has not completely avoided mass urbanization. However, thanks to the inventions of the local artist and sculptor Caesar Manrique , the island was spared significant damage that this campaign would have caused. Thanks to Caesar Manrique, Lanzarote has retained its uniqueness and originality.
Life stages of the artist
The modern history of Lanzarote is largely associated with the name of Caesar Manrique. He was born at 1919 in Arrecife and died in Taich in 1992. After participating as a volunteer in the Spanish Civil War, he entered the University of La Laguna in the specialty “Technical Architecture” , but dropped out after a few years.
In 1945, having received a scholarship to study at Academy of Fine Arts in San Fernando, he decided to move to Madrid. In 1954, after receiving a master’s degree in fine arts (graphics and painting), Caesar Manrique turned to surrealism. He became the first artist to open a gallery dedicated to abstract art in Madrid, the Fernando Fe Gallery .
Caesar Manrique’s stay in the USA
From 1964 to 1966, Caesar Manrique lived in New York, joining the creative atmosphere created by Andy Warhol and Rockefeller . This support gave him the opportunity to establish his own studio in New York and join the ranks of artists who were fond of pop art, which gained immense popularity at that time. Therefore, many of his works are exhibited in the famous gallery “Catherine Viviano” .
Both Manrique and Warhol took part in the BMW Art Cars project, painting models of this brand with their brushes between 1975 and 2000.
BMW painted by Cesar Manrique as part of the BMW Art Cars project and exhibited for the first time in India. Today on the island you can see many rental cars painted in this style – (Source: https://www.bmwartcarcollection.com)
Shortly after his stay in the US, Caesar Manrique returned to his native island with the firm resolve to transform it into the most beautiful corner of the world. The history of Lanzarote has changed dramatically since that moment.
Manrique’s contribution to the culture of the island
Manrique understood that the island needed to attract tourists, but at the same time he was categorically opposed to his beloved island falling into the clutches of mercantile hotel development agents. So Cesar Manrique’s idea was to develop sustainable tourism, designed for the long term and taking into account the unique landscape of the island, sun, ocean and wind. In order to preserve the pristine beauty of Lanzarote, the artist for 20 years fought against illegal construction and corruption in this area.
Cesar Manrique did everything to preserve this beauty. In his eyes, the island itself was a real masterpiece of art . After spending many days in Famara admiring the rugged mountain lines and surreal landscape, he grew stronger and stronger in his desire to live and work in balance with nature. This fueled his strength in the fight to protect the pristine beauty of the island and its true essence. It is thanks to the efforts of Caesar Manrique that today in Lanzarote it is impossible to find multi-storey construction and an endless number of billboards for announcements. It is prohibited by law and is strictly enforced.
“LANZAROTE IS LIKE A FRAMED MASTERPIECE THAT I HANGED HIGH FOR EVERYONE TO SEE IT. ” Caesar Manrique
Manrique’s Masterpieces
Caesar Manrique also contributed to the culture of with his sculptures, architecture, paintings and the interior decoration of some of today’s popular attractions.
One of his “creations” was Jameos del Agua . Initially, it was a large, but completely inconspicuous lava cave, which the locals used to dispose of waste. Caesar Manrique turned it into an amazing tropical garden, an unusual venue for various events and an impressive concert hall with its originality.
Like Jameos del Agua, Caesar Manrique created the exotic Cactus Garden from an ordinary old quarry, which by now has become the largest collection of cacti in the world.
Mirador del Río , a 475 meter high observation deck designed by Cesar Manrique, is located on the steep cliff El Risco in the north of the island. From the magnificence of the views of the ocean, neighboring islands and surroundings, opening from the mirador, it is truly breathtaking.
In addition to the grandiose projects mentioned above, César Manrique is also the creator of smaller works. To learn more about the life and art of César Manrique, you can follow the following links to the website of the Center for Culture, Art and Tourism of Lanzarote and to the website of the César Manrique Foundation .
Jameos del agua – (Source: REDSTARSURF)
Mirador del Río – (Source: REDSTARSURF)
Sustainable tourism
In 1995 Lanzarote hosted the International Conference on Sustainable Tourism . Representatives of the authorities of different countries decided to change the policy on organizing tourism and compiled a list of 18 basic principles for the development of eco-friendly tourism. The goals outlined at the conference were set for authorities, managers of various levels, tourism specialists, associations, government organizations and private companies whose activities related to the tourism sector.
In 1993, Timanfaya Volcano Park and Chinijo National Park (including the area around Famara and the nearby island of La Graciosa) were included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Thanks to the genius of Caesar Manrique, his unconventional outlook and love for his native land, Lanzarote has preserved a unique pristine landscape that we can still enjoy today.
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The blackest Canarian island, almost without forests. Known for its Martian landscapes, great surf spots, black hole vineyards and the creative experiments of the great Cesar Manrica.
Lanzarote – the island of fire-breathing mountains
125 km from the coast of Morocco and 2000 km from mainland Spain, Lanzarote is the fourth largest island in the Canary archipelago. This island of volcanic origin is also called the “island of fire-breathing mountains” – three hundred volcanoes are located on its territory.
Local unusual picturesque landscapes that appear before the eyes of travelers are fascinating – here are truly “lunar landscapes”. Most of the island is covered with solidified lava with multi-colored volcanic cones of various sizes rising between the lava fields.
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What time to go to Lanzarote?
Unusual landscapes of Lanzarote
The best time to visit is September or October. But in other months it is very comfortable. The average annual temperature ranges from +20 °C in winter to +26 °C in summer. The water temperature is 20-23 °С, the warmest is in September and October.
Island beaches
Caleton Blanco sandbar (photo: Joseba Palacios Sáez)
Of the 250 km of coastline, 30 km of white, black and red sand beaches cover. All of them are municipal and free. The best beaches with crystal clear water and white sand are in Papagayo Bay on the south coast of the island. Windsurfers will love the Playa de Famara beach with its constantly blowing winds.
Papagayo Beaches
Sandbar Caleton Blanco on the north coast is great for families with children. Nudists can sunbathe near Playa Blanca at Playas de Papagayo .
Towns and resorts of Lanzarote
Arrecife
Arrecife
Arrecife is the capital of the island. The city is located in the eastern part of Lanzarote. It is a commercial and passenger port where commercial ships and cruise liners moor. The city grew up on the site of a settlement founded in the 14th century by the Genevan merchant Malosello. Arrecife has long been a haven from storms for travelers and pirates.
Here are the main historical sites of Lanzarote – the old fortresses of San José and San Gabriel. The coast of Arrecife has several excellent EU Blue Flag beaches. In the restaurants of the city, you can taste dishes from fresh fish caught by local fishermen, and taste wine from a vine grown on volcanic lava.
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Costa Teguise
Resort town Costa Teguise (photo: zbiada)
Costa Teguise is a cozy resort town 10 kilometers from Arrecife. This resort was built specifically for tourists in the seventies of the XX century. Cesar Manrique participated in the architectural project of Costa Teguise. His main creation is the center of the town – the stylized fishing village of Pueblo Marinero with restaurants, bars and a traditional weekly fair. In Costa Teguise is one of the residences of the Spanish king. From entertainment there are golf courses, tennis courts, water sports training centers, a water park.
At the end of February, a wonderful carnival takes place here with processions in medieval costumes.
Puerto del Carmen
Puerto del Carmen – the tourist capital of the island (photo: belperskelter)
The tourist capital of Lanzarote is the city of Puerto del Carmen (Puerto del Carmen). It stretches for seven kilometers along the southeast coast of the island. Lined with restaurants, nightclubs, hotels and shops, its main street, Avenida de las Playas, is bustling day and night. Around the harbor is the old city center with a labyrinth of streets. This area retains the atmosphere of the small fishing village of La Tiños, from which the current resort began. In the vicinity of Puerto del Carmen, you can visit the Rancho Texas Zoological Garden.
At the end of July, Fiesta de Carmen is held here – a bright holiday dedicated to the patron saint of the city.
Puerto Calero
Puerto Calero resort (photo: Robert)
Puerto Calero is a quiet and peaceful resort town. There are no crowded beaches, there are no evening entertainments usual for European resorts. This is an exclusive village built for respectable vacationers. Port of Puerto Calero serves as a marina for private yachts, a starting point for sea excursions and recreational dives in a yellow submarine. The city has a Whale and Dolphin Museum (Museo de Cetáceos de Canarias).
Playa Blanca
Playa Blanca – the southernmost resort of Lanzarote
Playa Blanca is located on the south coast of Lanzarote. This is the newest and actively developing resort of the island. Playa Blanca is ideal for family holidays: its beaches are suitable for both small children and active water sports enthusiasts. The developed infrastructure of the resort will appeal to vacationers of any age. From the local port you can make an excursion to the island of Fuerteventura.
Las Coloradas
The resort village of Las Coloradas (photo: darekw)
Las Coloradas is a village located near Playa Blanca. A 400-meter strip of beach, covered with volcanic sand, stretches along the coast. A monument of military architecture rises above the beach – the 18th-century fortress Castillo de las Coloradas. Along the coast of Las Coloradas there is a beautiful romantic promenade with hospitable bars and restaurants. Within walking distance from Las Coloradas are the most beautiful wild beaches of Lanzarote – Playas de Papagayo.
La Santa Sport
La Santa Sport Resort
In the northwest of Lanzarote, at the picturesque La Santa lagoon, there is a sports resort – La Santa Sport. This place is a real paradise for active people. Regardless of age and abilities, everyone here will find something to their liking. The resort has all the necessary conditions for practicing numerous water sports, martial arts, sports games (badminton, tennis, golf, basketball, volleyball, handball, football). In addition, there are areas for lovers of athletics, fitness, aerobics, Pilates, and yoga. Numerous hiking and cycling routes are offered. And of course, in La Santa Sport there are all the necessary entertainments of the resort area: shops, restaurants, pine forests, swimming pools, discos, beaches, spa centers.
Attractions Lanzarote
Timanfaya National Park
Timanfaya National Park
In the western part of the island is the main attraction – Timanfaya National Park (Parque nacional de Timanfaya). Its unusual landscapes delight every visitor. An obligatory point in the program is a visit to the unique El Diablo restaurant, which is located at the top of an active volcano, where mouth-watering dishes are cooked on a volcanic grill. Read more…
Lake Charco de los Clicos
Lagoon Charco de los Clicos
South of the village of El Golfo is an amazing lake of unnatural acid green color – Charco de los Clicos. Like frozen waves, it is surrounded by bizarre rocks. On the black pebble beach there are tourists who are keen on searching for the olive-green semi-precious stone – olivine (chrysolite). Read more…
Jameos del Agua Volcanic Caves
Jameos del Agua Cave Salt Lake
Jameos del Agua volcanic cave complex is an extraordinary landscape, which consists of underground passages and grottoes. This complex has become an excursion object thanks to the initiative of the artist Cesar Manrique. The first cave with a luxurious tropical garden and an artificial reservoir is called Jameo Grande. A little further is Jameos del Agua, a concert cave with unique acoustics and the entrance to a crater called Jameo de la Cazuela. The fauna of Jameos del Agua is interesting, the most famous representative of which is the white blind crab, which has become a symbol of this cave complex. Read more…
Cueva de Los Verdes
Los Verdes Cave
Los Verdes Cave, more than 6 km long, appeared several thousand years ago. At one time, local residents fled from pirates in its intricate galleries. Now a kilometer section of the tunnel with winding corridors and spacious high halls is open for tourists. Read more…
César Manrique House Museum
César Manrique Foundation
The amazing house of the famous artist, built and decorated by himself, is now the office of the César Manrique Foundation (Fundación César Manrique) and the museum of the eminent master, which houses the works of the artist himself , as well as his personal collection of paintings by Tapies, Miro, Picasso. Read more…
Viewpoint Mirador del Rio
Viewpoint Mirador del Rio
You can appreciate the beauty of the Chinijo archipelago from the observation deck of Cape Mirador del Rio (Mirador del Rio) – 470 m above sea level. Read more…
La Geria Vineyards
La Geria Vineyards
La Geria is a well-known wine-growing region with vineyards that even climb the slopes of volcanoes. Now it is a protected zone, positioned, at the initiative of Cesar Manrique, as an example of the harmonious coexistence of man and nature. From the Malvasia grown in these places, they make amazingly tasty and aromatic wine, which you can try and buy in local wineries. Read more…
Cactus Park
Cactus Park (photo: tartandart)
Cactus Park (Jardin de Cactus) is an extraordinary amphitheater park in a former volcanic ash quarry. It is located in the village of Guatiza. Many unique representatives of the cactus family of various shapes and colors grow here. Read more…
Rancho Texas Park
Rancho Texas Park (photo: Ute & Hans)
Rancho Texas Park is a zoological garden designed in the style of the Wild West, where you can see various representatives of the animal world kept in aviaries. Of particular interest to visitors is the show of raptors with huge birds spectacularly diving into the pond. Read more…
Aqua Park Costa Teguise
Aqua Park Costa Teguise (photo: pipol)
The Aqua Park Costa Teguise in the resort town of Costa Teguise is most popular with children. Bright trampolines, inflatable “Castle of games”, “Lake for children”, which brought together slides of various shapes and colors, captivate children for the whole day. There are also water activities for adults, for example, the Eight Tracks attraction. There are also souvenir shops, cafes and a cozy restaurant on the territory of the water park. Read more…
Maps of Lanzarote
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Do I need to rent a car in Lanzarote?
Public transport on the island is very poorly developed, and many beaches and attractions can only be reached by car. Therefore, I strongly recommend renting a car immediately after arrival.
After the pandemic, there is an acute shortage of cars for rental, because of this, the price of car rental has increased. The prices are equal to the prices in Europe. There is still a high probability that upon arrival there will be no free cars for hire.
I recommend renting a car 1-2 months before your trip. In this interval, the best prices, and the choice of cars by class will be maximum.
Do you need an SUV in Lanzarote?
If you look at non-satellite images, it will seem to you that without an SUV you will not get anywhere. In fact, they won’t let you in. Only paved roads are available for tourists. Therefore, even the smallest car will take you to any point of the island. I advise the VW Polo class.
Where to rent a car in Lanzarote?
Avoid Pluscar and Goldcar despite the attractive prices I get a lot of negative feedback from readers. Find the right size and price car for rent using these services:
Rentalcars
Economybookings
Please note additional insurance. I advise you to take full coverage without deductibles when ordering on the site. There is a little hack. Take an additional WWI insurance policy for a year to rent a car in any company.
Read my report on how I rented a car in Lanzarote.
How to get to Lanzarote
There are no direct flights from Moscow to Lanzarote. You need to fly to Tenerife – the largest of the Canary Islands, from the airport of which flights are organized with all the islands of the archipelago. From Lanzarote Airport, located near the island’s capital Arrecife, there are buses to all resort areas.
My selection of cheap hotels:
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La Cala Suites is an adults-only hotel located in Playa Blanca. It features a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and a garden.
Very clean and modern facility. Staff almost invisible but makes absolutely fantastic job to make your stay comfortable
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Palacio Ico Boutique Hotel is located in Teguise, 2.6 km from Lagomar Museum. It features a bar, a terrace and rooms with garden views. There is a restaurant on site.
Everything especially the staff, they were amazingly kind and helpful.
The room was spacious, comfortable and clean
The food was delicious.
Our stay couldn’t have been better
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Lani’s Suites de Luxe is an adults-only hotel located on the beachfront in Puerto del Carmen. It offers air-conditioned suites with free Wi-Fi.
Everything was incredible, from the moment we arrived we were picked up by the hotel in a lovely car and upon arrival of the hotel it was like we were royalty. Nothing was too much for us, our honeymoon suite was beyond outstanding and exceeded our expectations. The view from all over the hotel is perfect. We didn’t really need to leave our hotel room as everything was there, hot tub, hammocks, sun loungers, sea views, a step away from the pool or a 1 minute walk to the beach. The breakfast menu is provided all day so if you fancy brunch instead you can have that, you can have everything off the menu if you wanted. The food is outstanding!!!! The array of drinks and cocktails are fantastic, there is nothing you could want that they don’t have. We will certainly be going back!!
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Aqua Suites Boutique Hotel is located in Puerto del Carmen, a 10-minute walk from the beach. It features a swimming pool and hot tub.
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8.3
Very well
112 reviews
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Featuring a bar, a shared lounge and a garden, Dreams Lanzarote Playa Dorada Resort & Spa is located in Playa Blanca, 200 meters from Playa Dorada Beach. The reception is open 24/7.
Great staff! Everyone is very friendly. Very tasty cocktails! Excellent location of the hotel.
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8.4
Very well
1,728 reviews
Breakfast offered
This luxurious hotel is located in Puerto Calero, 13 km from Lanzarote Airport.
all the staff were incredibly nice and made us feel so welcome
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8.7
amazing
1 369 reviews
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The beach is 2 minutes walk. The Barceló Lanzarote Active Resort – Refurbished in 2022 underwent a renovation in January 2022. This resort is an all inclusive resort.
Amazing view from the room, delicious food, clean, friendly staff, modern hotel, furniture…
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8.1
Very well
1 418 reviews
Breakfast offered
Hotel Diamar is located in the capital of Lanzarote, Arrecife. It overlooks the sandy Reducto Beach. This 3-star hotel offers free Wi-Fi and a restaurant.
Amazing staff of the hotel! Very professional kind and helpful!
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From € 62.27 per night
8.0
Very well
1,038 reviews
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Aequora Lanzarote Suites is located in Puerto del Carmen, a 5-minute walk from the beach. This modern hotel offers 3 restaurants, free Wi-Fi and 5 outdoor pools.
The food was lovely and the service was excellent
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From € 115.72 per night
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amazing
1,987 reviews
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Located in the outskirts of Puerto del Carmen. The resort has an outdoor pool and indoor pool, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.
The atmosphere, service, environment, facilities
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From € 130.90 per night
8.7
amazing
277 reviews
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Elba Lanzarote Royal Village Resort is located in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, a 15-minute walk from Flamingo Beach.
All the facilities are incredible spacious room amazing pool, staffs are very friendly, they have…
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From € 121.20 per night
8.0
Very well
680 reviews
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Yaiza Suite Resort is located on the coast in Playa Blanca. It features 6 outdoor pools, a spa, thalassotherapy centre, sports facilities and 8 restaurants.
Breakfast is wonderful, with a huge choice of quality meals.
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From € 215 per night
8.7
amazing
447 reviews
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Aparta-Suite El Charco is located 150 meters from the picturesque El Charco de San Gines with the sea lagoon. These modern apartments offer free Wi-Fi.
Really nice and clean place Me and my friend really liked this place especially the balcony where…
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From € 73 per night
8.5
Very well
545 reviews
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Surrounded by the vineyards of Lanzarote, this hotel features a pool with palm trees.
Excellent place a little bit outside of the touristy buzz.
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amazing
278 reviews
Budget hotel
Beatriz Costa Hotel & Spa is located in a quiet area of Costa Teguise, close to the picturesque gardens, waterfalls and lakes that the area is famous for. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi.
Delicious varied food, free room, clean bathroom
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7.8
Good
835 reviews
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Sands Beach Active Resort is located in Costa Teguise. It features a restaurant, fitness centre, bar and water sports facilities. It offers family rooms and a terrace.
The pools are very nice not to cold not to hot. the property is right next to the beach.
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7.1
Good
78 reviews
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Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, La isla y el Mar Boutique Hotel is a 15-minute walk from Playa Chica Beach. It features an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.
We had a magic stay here, the hotel and staff have a cool vibe and we could relax and chill.
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9.2
Perfect
1,130 reviews
Budget hotel
La Cala Suites is an adults-only hotel located in Playa Blanca. It features a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and a garden.
Very clean and modern facility. Staff almost invisible but makes absolutely fantastic job to make…
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From € 147 per night
9.0
Perfect
931 reviews
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Los Lirios Adults Only Country Hotel is located in Tias. It features an outdoor swimming pool, bar, a shared lounge and garden.
Fantastic small hotel. Lovely garden with pool. Great breakfast.
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From € 101.86 per night
9.7
Fabulous
500 reviews
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Palacio Ico Boutique Hotel is located in Teguise, 2. 6 km from Lagomar Museum. It features a bar, a terrace and rooms with garden views. There is a restaurant on site.
Everything especially the staff, they were amazingly kind and helpful.
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From € 135 per night
9.4
Perfect
436 reviews
No credit card required
Aqua Suites Boutique Hotel is located in Puerto del Carmen, a 10-minute walk from the beach. It features a swimming pool and hot tub.
Very clean and staff were very friendly
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From € 170 per night
9.3
Perfect
263 reviews
No credit card required
Casa Serena 10 – Boutique Hotel – Adults Only in Tías provides adults-only accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and a garden.
Casa Serena 10 is the perfect Boutique- hôtel/ luxury guest house.
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From € 229 per night
9. 9
Fabulous
19 reviews
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Coral Arena Dorada is located in Puerto del Carmen, 70 meters from Puerto del Carmen Beach. It features a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor pool and a bar.
The apartment was beautiful, spotlessly clean, the bed is HUGE and very comfortable.
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From € 100 per night
9.2
Perfect
46 reviews
No credit card required
The beautiful Casa Del Embajador is located on the seafront in Playa Blanca, in the south of Lanzarote.
Everything – from the extreme courtesy and professionalism of the staff to the excellent location…
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From € 224.70 per night
9.2
Perfect
16 reviews
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An attractive holiday resort located in a peaceful area of Puerto del Carmen, THB Flora is just 800 meters from the beach and 500 meters from the shopping centre.
Staff kept premises spotless and adhered to all the guidelines meticulously and where helpful and…
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From € 87.50 per night
8.1
Very well
1 810 reviews
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This 4-star hotel is surrounded by tropical gardens. It is close to Pocillos beach in Lanzarote.
I really recommend the hotel – a lot of possibilities and amazing hotel service.
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8.7
amazing
1 198 reviews
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Labranda Alyssa Luxury Hotel is located in Playa Blanca, 25 km from Puerto del Carmen.
gorgeous from the moment we arrived. room lovely and clean. food great.
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8.0
Very well
116 reviews
No credit card required
This resort is located in Costa Teguise, in a quiet residential area, just 900 meters from Bastian Beach.
Lovely staff who were really helpful, spotlessly clean, very well maintained, Covid sensitive, size…
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8.5
Very well
325 reviews
Fire Mountains
Admire the volcanic landscape of Timanfaya National Park from a mountaintop restaurant that cooks meat and fish with geothermal heat.
Cactus Garden
Designed by César Manrique, ash-gray volcanic rocks blend beautifully with bright green cactus greens in this garden.
Cueva de los Verdes
Walk through these magnificent caves in northern Lanzarote, where porous lava walls create amazing acoustics.
Monument to a peasant
This monument, erected in honor of the peasants of Lanzarote, houses a museum of local handicrafts.
Caves of Jameos del Agua
Created by a volcanic eruption, these magnificent caves adorn amazing underground natural ponds and lakes.
Beaches of Playas de Papagayo
Dreaming of crystal clear waters and golden beaches? This part of the coast abounds with charming beaches and coves.
Cycling and running along the coast of Lanzarote
A beautiful seaside promenade stretching between the resorts of Arrecife and Puerto del Carmen, perfect for outdoor activities under the rays of the bright sun.
Playa de Famara Beach
This golden sandy beach, on the northwest coast of the island away from resorts, is perfect for surfers and sunbathers.
Lagomar Museum
Visit this open-air museum with its tunnels, rocks and gardens, inviting you to learn about the exciting life of actor Omar al-Sharif.
Scuba diving
The island of Lanzarote with the resorts of Costa Teguise, Playa Blanca and Puerto del Carmen is recognized as one of the best diving destinations in Europe.
Travelers who stayed in Lanzarote near Lanzarote Airport (ACE) have said good things about Sol Lanzarote, Hotel Lava Beach, and Aequora Lanzarote Suites.
Hotels in Lanzarote that offer highly-rated breakfasts include Hotel Fariones, Hotel Emblemático La Casa de los Naranjos, and Finca Isolina Hotel Boutique.
Breakfast at these hotels in Lanzarote are also highly rated: Hotel Cordial Marina Blanca, La Isla y el Mar, Hotel Boutique and Los Lirios Hotel Rural – Adults Only.
Popular places to stay on Lanzarote include hotels near Cave of Jameos del Agua, Mirador del Rio and Lanzarote Golf Resort.
Some of the best hotels in Lanzarote near
Jameos del Agua Cave include Apartamento Romantico Piscina privada, Marisa Home, and Las Rosas Apartment (Adults Only).
Among the guests who have visited the island of Lanzarote, Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise are popular.
A 3-star hotel in Lanzarote costs an average of €111.73 per night; A 4-star hotel in Lanzarote will cost an average of €186.54 per night. If you’re looking for something special, a 5-star hotel in Lanzarote costs an average of €274. 53 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
Many families visiting Lanzarote enjoyed staying at Coral Arena Dorada, Los Lirios Hotel Rural – Adults Only and Hotel Emblemático La Casa de los Naranjos.
Other popular family-friendly options include Lani’s Suites de Luxe – Adults Only, Hotel Casa Del Embajador, and Hotel Boutique Palacio Ico.
Popular hotels in Lanzarote include La Isla y el Mar, Hotel Boutique, Lani’s Suites de Luxe – Adults Only and Hotel Emblemático La Casa de los Naranjos.
In addition, Los Lirios Hotel Rural – Adults Only, Finca Isolina Hotel Boutique, and Hotel Boutique Palacio Ico are also popular in Lanzarote.
Lanzarote has 3,960 hotels you can book on Booking.com.
Couples traveling to Lanzarote loved staying at Casa Serena 10 – Boutique Hotel – Adults Only, Lani’s Suites de Luxe – Adults Only and Los Lirios Hotel Rural – Adults Only.
Other hotels in Lanzarote that have received high ratings from couples include Hotel Emblemático La Casa de los Naranjos, Finca Isolina Hotel Boutique and Hotel Fariones.
Hotel Cordial Marina Blanca, Casa Serena 10 – Boutique Hotel – Adults Only, and Royal Marina Suites Boutique Hotel in Lanzarote have received great reviews for the views from their hotel rooms.
Visitors to Lanzarote also appreciated the beautiful views from Hotel Casa Del Embajador, Hotel Fariones and Lani’s Suites de Luxe – Adults Only.
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climate, information about climatic conditions in Lanzarote (Spain) from Meteo-TV
Maximum temperature, 1961-1990.
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Climate information is the result of averaging data on meteorological parameters for the specified time periods. The maximum daytime and minimum nighttime temperatures are the result of averaging all days within a given month. The data of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) (period 1961-1990), which are the result of observations at meteorological stations, are used for about 3000 of the largest settlements. For all stations from our database (for periods 1961-1990 and 1981-2010 and their comparisons), either data from the University of East Anglia (Climatic Research Unit, CRU) (for mainland settlements) or reanalysis data from the US National Center for Forecasts (NCEP/NCAR) (for island settlements and stations in Antarctica) were used. Official WMO data and data calculated by CRU (or NCEP/NCAR) may differ. The data is for informational purposes only and may not be used for commercial or scientific purposes.
13 things you didn’t know about Lanzarote. Spain in Russian
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Tourism
Lanzarote is one of the places in Spain that attracts a large number of tourists every year. Most people know the most basic things about the sights of the island, but from the article you will learn facts about Lanzarote that, perhaps, could not even come to your mind.
Lanzarote is one of the oldest islands in the Canary archipelago. The process of its origin began 22 million years ago as a result of geological processes that led to the emergence of the Atlantic Ocean.
Lanzarote got its name from the Italian merchant Lancelotto Malocello, who first visited it in 1312. But initially the island was called Titerogakaet, which in the language of the natives meant “the one that burns.”
Lanzarote has an average annual temperature of just over 21 degrees Celsius, making it one of the most comfortable places to live in the world. However, sometimes the thermometer in Lanzarote rises to 40 degrees and above, and drops to 8-9.
On the coast of Lanzarote there is a rare atmospheric phenomenon called the “Sea of Clouds”. Due to wet winds, the surface of the sea is covered with fog, which looks like clouds when viewed from an airplane.
Lanzarote is home to the Timanfaya National Park, which is home to over 300 extinct volcanoes. UNESCO has declared Timanfaya a World Biosphere Reserve.
Timanfaya Park has a restaurant called Diablo, which uses a volcano to cook food. And they cook it right on the ground. The volcanic rocks in that area are very hot, and the temperature on the grill reaches 450 degrees Celsius.
More than 1.3 million tourists visit Timanfaya Park every year. This is one of the best visitor rates among all national parks in Spain.
Lanzarote is a cosmopolitan island. Despite the fact that it belongs to Spain, people from other countries also live on it, among which Great Britain prevails. In addition to the British, in Lanzarote you can meet Colombians, Moroccans, Germans, Argentines, Ecuadorians, Cubans, Italians, Chinese, Dominicans, Romanians, Uruguayans and Venezuelans.
The whole island is, in fact, a large workshop of the most famous resident of Lanzarote – the artist Cesar Manrique, who died in 1992. As a material for his works, he used the natural landscape, turning it into real works of art.
Manrique’s last work in Lanzarote in 1991 was the Cactus Garden, where a large number of species of this plant are collected.
The most common meat in Lanzarote is goat meat. Locals can boast of knowing a huge number of recipes that use this particular type of meat. Goat milk and cheese are also very popular on this island.
In Lanzarote, there is the Aloe Museum, where you can learn about the history, cultivation methods and medicinal uses of this plant.
The local population mostly lives in small white houses with blue and green windows.
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Tenerife South , Canary Islands – February Weather
What’s the Weather like in Tenerife South in February
Temperature
A trip to Tenerife South in February is the perfect way to escape the cold, wet winters in northern Europe, as temperatures here remain pleasant all year round.
Daytime temperatures in February reach a high of 21°C (70°F) and only fall to around 14°C (57°F) in the evenings, so you’ll find that on sunny days you’ll be able to relax on the many beautiful beaches of Playa de las Americas and Costa Adeje.
February has slightly warmer days on average than December and January the colder winter months. The average high temperature is warming up to a mild 22°C with night time lows dropping to an average of 15°C. Be ready for some rain in the wettest months from November to March but at only 5 or 6 wet days a month and just a 16% chance of a drizzle or a light shower.
The weather is becoming warmer as the month progresses and this makes Tenerife South an ideal location to spend a few weeks during Europe’s coldest months. The days are warm enough to wander along the beaches and the night time lows are increasing and lessening the difference between the average highs and lows. Humity levels are a a steady 49% (comfortable) to 80% (humid) on average this month.
Rain
Average rainfall on those 5 or 6 days is as little as 5mm so even if it is wet it won’t last all day and is more a nuisance rather than a downpour. December has the highest average rainfall with 35mm and it still is only wet on those few days.
Average Sunshine Hours
Ocean temperatures are still at a low of 19°C compared with the summer highs of a pleasant 23 to 24°C and with at least 9 hours of sunshine each day in February there is still plenty of time to explore the area around Tenerife South. In summer you can expect to see 12 hours of sunshine, higher average temperatures and no rain.
The average temperature of the ocean is 20°C that compares to the high in the summer months of 23°C. The sunshine hours have increased from January and averages out at 9 after the winter low of 7 hours in December. Summer sunshine from June to August lasts for 12 hours when you can spend half the day outdoors.
Wind
The chance of snow is highly unlikely, while wind speeds bring a light to fresh breeze, with strong winds a rarity.
Tenerife South Hotels in February
The Hotel RF Astoria is in Puerto de la Cruz and was built in 2001 and is a modern motel with 33 elegantly appointed rooms. Look into the 10% discount offered for booking more than 7 days in advance and 5% off extended stays. The Astoria is just minutes from the beach and offers car rental, a buffet restaurant, 24 hour reception and a lift to all floors. Children and families are welcome here.
Recently renovated with 92 rooms is the Hotel Monopol full of character and old world charm. The rooms have traditional carved wooden balconies, all modern amenities, heated swimming pool with whirlpool and sauna. The grounds are fully landscaped with beautiful tropical palms and creepers.
Royal Park Albatros is right on the beach just 100metres form the sand and the ocean. With over 150 self-catering apartments this is an ideal place for the keen golfer with a whopping 27 golf courses. The apartments are built around a magnificent swimming pool complete with waterfalls and tropical gardens. Apartments sleep up to 4 adults with a double bed and a sofa bed. Relax in the large living area and cook in the fully equipped kitchen.
The reception area is open 24hours a day to answer any queries and for booking of any excursions and tours. Relax with a book in the tranquil reading garden or have a game of giant chess. The heated swimming pool has a shallow children’s’ area and plenty of sun lounges. Eat at the poolside Restaurant or Lobby Bar with the restaurant open for breakfast from 8:30am and closing with dinner and entertainment at 1am. The Lobby Bar offers light snacks and soft drinks and evening cocktails by the pool.
There is still a chance of rain at this time of year, and as the evenings can be much cooler, it would be a good idea to bring extra layers of clothing and a light jacket.
Though you may not be able to go swimming, you can still enjoy boat tours along the gorgeous coastline and for better views of the surrounding scenery and across the ocean, you can head into the hills at the base of Mount Teide.
February is also Carnival time in Tenerife, so in the main towns you’re likely to encounter lively parades with live music and dancing. You can join in the fun by heading to the many bars in Costa Adeje and revelling in the atmosphere.
Tinerfe Garden Apartamentos in Adeje offers excellent self catering accommodation, while Hotel La Pinta offers a mix of apartments and hotel facilities with a buffet restaurant, bar and several swimming pools.
Tenerife South Beach for February
Playa de la arena is a lovely black sandy beach looking across to La Gomera to the west and you can experience a stunning sunset as the weather warms up. Located in Playa de la Arena resort area on the west coast and near Los Gigantes this is a blue flag beach set in a pretty cove.
Play San Juan is a pebbled and sandy beach on the south west coast that is quieter than the more popular nearby beaches of Playa de las Americas.
Bars and Restaurants
The beach promenades offers cafes, bars and restaurants with many different cuisines to suit all the family’s taste. From modern Canarian fare to other traditional cuisines such as Italian and Greek, food from all over the world is on offer here in Tenerife South.
Playa de las Americashas many restaurants and bars to choose from including Thai Botanico offering you great Thai cuisine, Christy’s Bar for British fare and Imperial Tai Pan for the sushi lover. For great pizza try the La Grotta Azzura Pizzeria or the Restaurant Pizzaria Pasta and Vino. If you are after a great cuppa and cake try Cozy Café. Linekers Tenerife is worth a visit with a great cocktail selection and visiting DJ’s plus an outdoor area that is great for making the most of the increasingly warmer February weather.
Things to do in Tenerife South in February
With the weather still mild but possibly to cool for swimming, there are still many outdoor activities for the family to enjoy. A visit to the famous Sitio Litre Orchid Gardens to see the gardens and the building that was originally a convent and constructed in 1730 makes a great day out. The gardens are the oldest in Tenerife South and include a croquet lawn, fountains and water garden.
Tenerife has one of the world’s first bioclimatic villages that were built to take advantage of renewable energy. The information centre is open every day and a guide can show you around the village. Many of the houses look like they belong in a sci-fi movie but all take advantage of natural heating and cooling.
If you are interested in the stars and the solar system visit the Observatorio del Tiede where the visitor centre is set up in a dome to explain all about the telescopes and the science of astronomy.
5 reasons why February is the best month to visit Tenerife
Kirsten McCroskrie
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Look out your window. Is it raining? Probably.
Let’s face it, when it comes to months, February is the worst. The post-festive season glow has well and truly dimmed as most of us succumb to the fact that we aren’t going to keep our resolutions and our bank accounts will never fully recover from a month of gift-buying and over-priced mulled wines. Throw into the mix the anticlimax that is Valentine’s Day, where you’ll either be disappointed you don’t have a date or your Facebook friend’s oversharing and ”what a bae” captioned photographs will belittle whatever meagre plans you and your partner decide to make. M&S meal deal and Netflix anyone?
February, in all its central-heated, drizzly, bleah-ness, is the perfect excuse to book yourself on the next flight to Tenerife and enjoy a bit of winter sun. If you need some more convincing, read on. We’re willing to bet that by the time you finish reading this post, you’ll be searching Cheapflights.co.uk, for the next flight out of here!
February just so happens to be a great time to fly
Despite being one of two peak seasons for the Canary islands, flights remain reasonably priced compared to the summer months – although be wary of booking during the February half term school holidays. Although the Canaries are a popular winter destination, there are still plenty of last-minute deals to be found. Luckily for you, you have found yourself on Cheapflights.co.uk. And we happen to be experts in finding you the best flight deals. Our smart filters will allow you to find the best price, at the best time for you. You can also search with us for the car hire and hotel prices.
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The weather here is terrible
It’s either freezing or that weird ‘slightly too hot for a jacket on the bus, but too cold and rainy to not wear one’ weather in February. Not ideal. Head to the southern resorts of Tenerife, and you’ll find the temperature still hitting the twenties along with seven hours of sun a day. There is, of course, a slightly (and we mean slightly) higher chance of rain compared to the summer months, but really, with a plate of tapas and a glass of vino in hand, the odd cloud won’t seem so bad. Trust us, when you’re setting off on that bargain flight, you’ll be thankful to be heading towards those clear blue skies.
We’ve all done British scenery to death
You’ve got to love the strangely British tradition of marching your family along a blustery coastal path or muddy hill during the Christmas holidays – a respite from being cooped up together in the house too long. The Yorkshire Dales seemed charming on the 2nd January, when you had nothing better to do, but now it’s old news. February is the perfect excuse to swap the dreary walks along grey piers and country paths, for Tenerife’s blue flag beaches. Ditch those hiking boots and throw on your flip flops.
Everything fun is so far away
credit: Jose Mesa via Flickr
Christmas is over. New Year is a (probably very hazy) distant memory. Easter is aaaages away and don’t get us started on the British summer… Things like cattle shows and Sunday markets start to seem way more appealing due to the sheer levels of February-induced boredom.
Not so much in Tenerife. In fact, February is the time for one of the island’s most anticipated events of the year. It’s Carnival season. Celebrated across Spain and other parts of Europe as a precursor for Lent, Tenerife’s festival is the biggest in Europe and the most similar to the famous Rio Carnival. Expect parades of outrageous and impressive costumes, crowds of revellers in fancy dress and several all-night street parties. Head to Santa Cruz and Puerta de la Cruz to see the biggest events on the island.
In winter you can actually experience the real Tenerife
There are the perennial snobs that’ll say Tenerife is just beaches and bars selling Full Englishes. These are the people that probably couldn’t leave their air-conditioned hotel to see further that the hotel pool. Tenerife, particularly the north, is crammed with fantastic scenery and attractions. And February offers the ideal temperatures for exploring them. A hike up Mount Teide won’t leave you with heat stroke and a lobster tan like it would in July. And a trip to the UNESCO city of La Laguna or the mountain top village of Masca, won’t have you seeking refuge in an air-conditioned car. February is the perfect time of year to combine a beach break and sight-seeing adventure – and Tenerife is a great island to do both.
Convinced? We thought so. Say farewell to the winter blues and start searching for flights to Tenerife with us. Our smart search technology allows you to find the best deals on flights, hotels and car hire.
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Tenerife Weather in February: What Temperatures To Expect?
Playa La Arena in Puerto de Santiago – very busy in February despite the (almost daily) red flag
Tenerife is an all year round destination – people come here for different reasons and during all seasons, because winter is considered one of the high seasons in Tenerife, since the island is one of the places where you can escape the cold in Europe.
How warm is Tenerife in February?
What’s the weather like in Tenerife South in February
Los Cristianos Weather in February
Average temperatures
Rainfall
Snow in February
Sunshine hours
Sea temperature in Tenerife South
February weather averages for different parts of Tenerife
What to expect from a winter break in Tenerife
Is Tenerife hot in February?
Should you go on holiday to Tenerife in February?
It’s true that January and February are the months with the most rain in Tenerife, but it’s still better than the snow most countries in Europe receive during those same months.
How warm is Tenerife in February?
The truth is that due to climate changes, the weather has become pretty hard to predict.
Rain in Tenerife in February is mostly in the north of the island and less in the south, although it’s not unusual to get stormy days in the south as well. Rainy days are usually accompanied by storms and wind bursts, but they usually don’t last for long in the south.
During our 2018 holiday in Tenerife in February we had only sunny days in the south and we got to spend our time on the beach relaxing. We also made a trip to Candelaria and although it wasn’t as warm as in the south of Tenerife, the temperatures were still around 18° – 19° Celsius and the weather was sunny, so it was a good day.
In our perception, Tenerife is the warmest Canary Island during winter, and definitely one of the top choices for a sunny and warm winter break in Europe.
What’s the weather like in Tenerife South in February
If you’re looking to get some winter sun, choose a hotel or a villa/apartment in the South.
We love the north of Tenerife as well, it’s really beautiful and authentic, but we wouldn’t choose it as our base during the winter months. We always stay in the south and we often make day trips to visit the north as well. But knowing that in the evening we get to come back to the pleasant warmth of the south makes all the difference.
In the south of Tenerife temperatures during the day were of around 23°C to 25°C, but with the sun shining it felt even hotter than it actually was.
The beaches in the south of Tenerife were full of people even in February, as the weather was lovely most days and we were able to get a tan in the middle of winter.
Los Cristianos Weather in February
Los Cristianos is one of our favourite destinations in Tenerife and we spent a few days on the beach here. Actually, we thought that the water temperature in Playa de Los Cristianos was the most acceptable out of all the beaches we visited this winter. Of course, this is totally a personal opinion, not a proven scientific fact. But, if it helps, there were lots of children playing in the ocean at this beach and at Playa del Camison also.
Average temperatures
Well, if you’re looking for extremely high temperatures and roasting weather, then visiting Tenerife in February might not be the best choice for you.
Tenerife will probably welcome you with mild temperatures in the low and mid 20°s Celsius if you decide to stay in the south.
We are addicted to visiting Tenerife in winter because it’s less crowded than during the summer months and the atmosphere is more chilled. There are fewer families with children and more mature couples, who sometimes spend the entire winter season in Tenerife.
Average high temperature: 22°C (71.6°F)
Average low temperature: 15.1°C (59.2°F)
Daily mean temperature: 18.5°C (65.3°F)
In Tenerife South, the daily mean temperature is 18.5°C in February, which is calculated as a mean between the average high temperature of 22°C and the average low of 15. 1°C.
Record low & record high temperatures
The highest temperature ever recorded in Tenerife in February (at Tenerife South Airport station) was 30°C and the lowest temperature was 9.8°C.
Rainfall
Average rainfall: 20 mm
Average rainy days: 2
Statistically, January and February are the months with the most rain in Tenerife.
But if you plan to spend your holiday in the south of Tenerife, the prospect of rain shouldn’t scare you too much. Yes, there are chances of rain, but it will still be warmer than back home.
Also, the sun doesn’t come up as early in the morning as it does during summer, so expect to get cloudy mornings. We are not put off by this and we enjoy the chilly air early in the morning while walking on the beach when no one is around.
However, the weather is always unpredictable, so if you do get a few days of rain, check out our article about what to do in Tenerife when it’s raining.
Snow in February
Can it snow in Tenerife in February?
YES, it can happen. But not in the south of the island. You will not see any snow covered beaches in Tenerife.
You may, however, see the top of Mount Teide covered in snow from the comfort of your sunbed. Snow in Tenerife is not unusual during the winter months, but it does NOT snow in the area of Los Cristianos, Playa de las Americas, Costa Adeje, or the other popular tourist destinations located in the south.
Sunshine hours
Monthly sunshine hours in February: 209
Daily average sunshine hours: 7
UV index: 6
Tenerife gets an average of 7 to 8 hours/day of sunshine in February, which is really good for a winter month.
The UV index is higher than it was in January, situated at a 6 on a scale that goes up to 11 as max.
Sea temperature in Tenerife South
This is the average temperature for the sea temperature in February in Playa de las Americas:
Average water temperature: 19. 5°C / 67.1°F
The sea around Tenerife can be too cold for most people to swim comfortably in February.
But not all years are the same, and in 2019 for example not only did we swim almost every day in Tenerife South, but we also went swimming in Playa de Las Teresitas, which is located close to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, so pretty far from the sunny south.
February weather averages for different parts of Tenerife
For those of you who wonder how warm is Tenerife in February, you have below a list of temperatures for this month.
February Weather
Average High °C (°F)
Average Low °C (°F)
Rain mm (inches)
Rain Days
Average Sun Hours
Puerto de la Cruz
21 (69.8)
15 (59)
36 (1.42)
6
7
Tenerife North Airport (SC La Laguna)
16. 7 (62.1)
10 (50)
70 (2.76)
7
6
Izana (Teide)
8 (46.4)
1.3 (34.3)
67 (2.64)
4
8
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
21.2 (70.2)
15.3 (59.5)
35 (1.39)
7
7
Guimar
20.1 (68.2)
12.9 (55.2)
43 (1.69)
4
7
Tenerife South Airport
22 (71.6)
15 (59)
20 (0.78)
2
7
Los Cristianos
22 (71.6)
15.1 (59.2)
20 (0.79)
2
8
Costa Adeje (Playa de Las Americas)
22 (71.6)
15.1 (59.2)
20 (0.79)
2
8
Garachico
18 (64. 4)
11 (51.8)
54 (2.13)
6
7
What to expect from a winter break in Tenerife
Playa Fanabe on a sunny and warm winter day
The Tower of Power at Siam Park
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February is usually carnival month in Tenerife, so check out the carnival in Santa Cruz if you want to participate in the largest event of its kind in Europe.
During the day, you can “work” on your tan and chill by the beach with a cold beer in hand. Yes, you can still find a 1 Euro pint in some places in Tenerife, but 1.5 to 2 Euros is not so bad either, when you get to have your drink with an ocean view.
Go to Siam Park on a warm sunny day
The pools are heated and for us the temperature was perfect.
In winter Siam Park is less crowded than during summer, so we didn’t even need a fast pass.
Winter is also a good time to explore the island, as there are so many amazing things to do in Tenerife and it would be a shame to sit in one place only throughout your entire holiday.
Is Tenerife hot in February?
For our family, winter months in Tenerife are ideal. We escape the cold back home and enjoy the island with fewer crowds and hustle and bustle. Yes, we don’t get those HOT scorching days as you get in July or August, but we don’t like it when it’s that hot anyway.
If you’re planning a winter holiday to Tenerife you can read our other articles on the subject:
Warmest destinations in Europe during winter
Tenerife in December
Should you go on holiday to Tenerife in February?
Honestly, you’re the only one who can answer that question.
There’s no guarantee anymore when it comes to weather; but if you’re on the lookout for a holiday to relax and unwind, Tenerife is the perfect place. You just have to do some research to find out when is the best time to visit Tenerife for you and your family, according to your needs and expectations.
Tenerife South Airport February Weather, Average Temperature (Spain)
Daily high temperatures are around 71°F, rarely falling below 67°F or exceeding 78°F.
Daily low temperatures are around 60°F, rarely falling below 56°F or exceeding 64°F. The lowest daily average low temperature is 60°F on February 11.
For reference, on August 20, the hottest day of the year, temperatures at Tenerife South Airport typically range from 71°F to 83°F, while on February 8, the coldest day of the year, they range from 60°F to 71°F.
Average High and Low Temperature in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282856°F56°F58°F58°F60°F60°F62°F62°F64°F64°F66°F66°F68°F68°F70°F70°F72°F72°F74°F74°F76°F76°F78°F78°F80°F80°FJanMarFeb 171°FFeb 171°F60°F60°FFeb 2872°FFeb 2872°F60°F60°FFeb 1171°FFeb 1171°F60°F60°F
The daily average high (red line) and low (blue line) temperature, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands. The thin dotted lines are the corresponding average perceived temperatures.
The figure below shows you a compact characterization of the hourly average temperatures for the quarter of the year centered on February. The horizontal axis is the day, the vertical axis is the hour of the day, and the color is the average temperature for that hour and day.
Average Hourly Temperature in February at Tenerife South Airport
Average Hourly Temperature in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282812 AM12 AM2 AM2 AM4 AM4 AM6 AM6 AM8 AM8 AM10 AM10 AM12 PM12 PM2 PM2 PM4 PM4 PM6 PM6 PM8 PM8 PM10 PM10 PM12 AM12 AMJanMarcoolcoolcomfortable
frigid 15°F freezing 32°F very cold 45°F cold 55°F cool 65°F comfortable 75°F warm 85°F hot 95°F sweltering
The average hourly temperature, color coded into bands. The shaded overlays indicate night and civil twilight.
Eten, Peru (4,862 miles away) is the far-away foreign place with temperatures most similar to Tenerife South Airport (view comparison).
The month of February at Tenerife South Airport experiences essentially constant cloud cover, with the percentage of time that the sky is overcast or mostly cloudy remaining about 27% throughout the month.
The clearest day of the month is February 18, with clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy conditions 74% of the time.
For reference, on November 16, the cloudiest day of the year, the chance of overcast or mostly cloudy conditions is 38%, while on July 19, the clearest day of the year, the chance of clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy skies is 98%.
Cloud Cover Categories in February at Tenerife South Airport
Cloud Cover Categories in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280%100%10%90%20%80%30%70%40%60%50%50%60%40%70%30%80%20%90%10%100%0%JanMarFeb 172%Feb 172%Feb 2873%Feb 2873%Feb 1173%Feb 1173%clearmostly clearpartly cloudymostly cloudyovercast
The percentage of time spent in each cloud cover band, categorized by the percentage of the sky covered by clouds.
A wet day is one with at least 0.04 inches of liquid or liquid-equivalent precipitation. At Tenerife South Airport, the chance of a wet day over the course of February is essentially constant, remaining around 9% throughout.
For reference, the year’s highest daily chance of a wet day is 11% on December 30, and its lowest chance is -0% on June 22.
Probability of Precipitation in February at Tenerife South Airport
Probability of Precipitation in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280%0%1%1%2%2%3%3%4%4%5%5%6%6%7%7%8%8%9%9%10%10%11%11%JanMarFeb 2110%Feb 2110%Feb 18%Feb 18%Feb 1110%Feb 1110%rain
The percentage of days in which various types of precipitation are observed, excluding trace quantities: rain alone, snow alone, and mixed (both rain and snow fell in the same day).
Rainfall
To show variation within the month and not just the monthly total, we show the rainfall accumulated over a sliding 31-day period centered around each day.
The average sliding 31-day rainfall during February at Tenerife South Airport is essentially constant, remaining about 0.6 inches throughout, and rarely exceeding 1.5 inches.
Average Monthly Rainfall in February at Tenerife South Airport
Average Monthly Rainfall in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280.0 in0.0 in0.5 in0.5 in1.0 in1.0 in1.5 in1.5 in2.0 in2.0 inJanMarFeb 10.6 inFeb 10.6 inFeb 280.5 inFeb 280.5 inFeb 110.6 inFeb 110.6 in
The average rainfall (solid line) accumulated over the course of a sliding 31-day period centered on the day in question, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands. The thin dotted line is the corresponding average snowfall.
Over the course of February at Tenerife South Airport, the length of the day is increasing. From the start to the end of the month, the length of the day increases by 41 minutes, implying an average daily increase of 1 minute, 31 seconds, and weekly increase of 10 minutes, 35 seconds.
The shortest day of the month is February 1, with 10 hours, 53 minutes of daylight and the longest day is February 28, with 11 hours, 34 minutes of daylight.
Hours of Daylight and Twilight in February at Tenerife South Airport
Hours of Daylight and Twilight in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280 hr24 hr4 hr20 hr8 hr16 hr12 hr12 hr16 hr8 hr20 hr4 hr24 hr0 hrJanMarnightnightdaydayFeb 110 hr, 53 minFeb 110 hr, 53 minFeb 2811 hr, 34 minFeb 2811 hr, 34 min
The number of hours during which the Sun is visible (black line). From bottom (most yellow) to top (most gray), the color bands indicate: full daylight, twilight (civil, nautical, and astronomical), and full night.
The latest sunrise of the month at Tenerife South Airport is 7:53 AM on February 1 and the earliest sunrise is 21 minutes earlier at 7:32 AM on February 28.
The earliest sunset is 6:46 PM on February 1 and the latest sunset is 19 minutes later at 7:05 PM on February 28.
Daylight saving time is observed at Tenerife South Airport during 2022, but it neither starts nor ends during February, so the entire month is in standard time.
For reference, on June 21, the longest day of the year, the Sun rises at 7:10 AM and sets 13 hours, 55 minutes later, at 9:05 PM, while on December 21, the shortest day of the year, it rises at 7:53 AM and sets 10 hours, 22 minutes later, at 6:15 PM.
Sunrise & Sunset with Twilight and Daylight Saving Time in February at Tenerife South Airport
Sunrise & Sunset with Twilight and Daylight Saving Time in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282 AM4 AM6 AM8 AM10 AM12 PM2 PM4 PM6 PM8 PM10 PM12 AM2 AMJanMar7:32 AM7:32 AMFeb 287:05 PMFeb 287:05 PM7:53 AM7:53 AMFeb 16:46 PMFeb 16:46 PM7:43 AM7:43 AMFeb 166:57 PMFeb 166:57 PMSolarMidnightSolarMidnightSolarNoonSunriseSunset
The solar day over the course of February. From bottom to top, the black lines are the previous solar midnight, sunrise, solar noon, sunset, and the next solar midnight. The day, twilights (civil, nautical, and astronomical), and night are indicated by the color bands from yellow to gray.
The figure below presents a compact representation of the sun’s elevation (the angle of the sun above the horizon) and azimuth (its compass bearing) for every hour of every day in the reporting period. The horizontal axis is the day of the year and the vertical axis is the hour of the day. For a given day and hour of that day, the background color indicates the azimuth of the sun at that moment. The black isolines are contours of constant solar elevation.
Solar Elevation and Azimuth in February at Tenerife South Airport
Solar Elevation and Azimuth in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282812 AM12 AM2 AM2 AM4 AM4 AM6 AM6 AM8 AM8 AM10 AM10 AM12 PM12 PM2 PM2 PM4 PM4 PM6 PM6 PM8 PM8 PM10 PM10 PM12 AM12 AMJanMar00101020203030404000101020203030404050
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Solar elevation and azimuth over the course of February 2022. The black lines are lines of constant solar elevation (the angle of the sun above the horizon, in degrees). The background color fills indicate the azimuth (the compass bearing) of the sun. The lightly tinted areas at the boundaries of the cardinal compass points indicate the implied intermediate directions (northeast, southeast, southwest, and northwest).
The figure below presents a compact representation of key lunar data for February 2022. The horizontal axis is the day, the vertical axis is the hour of the day, and the colored areas indicate when the moon is above the horizon. The vertical gray bars (new Moons) and blue bars (full Moons) indicate key Moon phases. The label associated with each bar indicates the date and time that the phase is obtained, and the companion time labels indicate the rise and set times of the Moon for the nearest time interval in which the moon is above the horizon.
Moon Rise, Set & Phases in February at Tenerife South Airport
The time in which the moon is above the horizon (light blue area), with new moons (dark gray lines) and full moons (blue lines) indicated. The shaded overlays indicate night and civil twilight.
Feb 2022
Illumination
Moonrise
Moonset
Moonrise
Meridian Passing
Distance
1
0%
8:19 AM
ESE
7:13 PM
WSW
–
1:46 PM
S
227,583 mi
2
3%
9:03 AM
ESE
8:20 PM
WSW
–
2:42 PM
S
230,241 mi
3
8%
9:42 AM
ESE
9:23 PM
W
–
3:32 PM
S
233,559 mi
4
15%
10:16 AM
E
10:23 PM
W
–
4:18 PM
S
237,231 mi
5
23%
10:48 AM
E
11:20 PM
W
–
5:02 PM
S
240,936 mi
6
33%
11:18 AM
E
–
–
5:45 PM
S
244,376 mi
7
42%
–
12:16 AM
W
11:49 AM
ENE
6:28 PM
S
247,302 mi
8
50%
–
1:11 AM
WNW
12:22 PM
ENE
7:12 PM
S
249,536 mi
9
62%
–
2:06 AM
WNW
12:57 PM
ENE
7:57 PM
S
250,969 mi
10
71%
–
3:01 AM
WNW
1:36 PM
ENE
8:45 PM
S
251,570 mi
11
79%
–
3:56 AM
WNW
2:20 PM
ENE
9:34 PM
S
251,370 mi
12
87%
–
4:50 AM
WNW
3:08 PM
ENE
10:25 PM
S
250,463 mi
13
93%
–
5:41 AM
WNW
4:01 PM
ENE
11:16 PM
S
248,984 mi
14
95%
–
6:28 AM
WNW
4:58 PM
ENE
–
–
15
97%
–
7:11 AM
WNW
5:56 PM
ENE
12:07 AM
S
247,092 mi
16
100%
–
7:51 AM
WNW
6:55 PM
ENE
12:56 AM
S
244,951 mi
17
100%
–
8:26 AM
WNW
7:53 PM
ENE
1:43 AM
S
242,711 mi
18
98%
–
9:00 AM
W
8:52 PM
E
2:29 AM
S
240,489 mi
19
94%
–
9:32 AM
W
9:50 PM
E
3:13 AM
S
238,365 mi
20
87%
–
10:04 AM
W
10:50 PM
E
3:58 AM
S
236,382 mi
21
79%
–
10:37 AM
W
11:52 PM
ESE
4:44 AM
S
234,554 mi
22
69%
–
11:13 AM
WSW
–
5:33 AM
S
232,887 mi
23
50%
12:56 AM
ESE
11:54 AM
WSW
–
6:25 AM
S
231,398 mi
24
46%
2:02 AM
ESE
12:42 PM
WSW
–
7:22 AM
S
230,130 mi
25
34%
3:10 AM
ESE
1:36 PM
WSW
–
8:23 AM
S
229,164 mi
26
23%
4:15 AM
ESE
2:38 PM
WSW
–
9:26 AM
S
228,614 mi
27
14%
5:15 AM
ESE
3:44 PM
WSW
–
10:30 AM
S
228,607 mi
28
7%
6:09 AM
ESE
4:53 PM
WSW
–
11:31 AM
S
229,250 mi
We base the humidity comfort level on the dew point, as it determines whether perspiration will evaporate from the skin, thereby cooling the body. Lower dew points feel drier and higher dew points feel more humid. Unlike temperature, which typically varies significantly between night and day, dew point tends to change more slowly, so while the temperature may drop at night, a muggy day is typically followed by a muggy night.
The chance that a given day will be muggy at Tenerife South Airport is essentially constant during February, remaining around 0% throughout.
For reference, on August 31, the muggiest day of the year, there are muggy conditions 45% of the time, while on January 14, the least muggy day of the year, there are muggy conditions 0% of the time.
Humidity Comfort Levels in February at Tenerife South Airport
Humidity Comfort Levels in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280%0%10%10%20%20%30%30%40%40%50%50%60%60%70%70%80%80%90%90%100%100%JanMarFeb 10%Feb 10%Feb 280%Feb 280%Feb 110%Feb 110%humidhumidcomfortablecomfortabledrydry
The percentage of time spent at various humidity comfort levels, categorized by dew point.
This section discusses the wide-area hourly average wind vector (speed and direction) at 10 meters above the ground. The wind experienced at any given location is highly dependent on local topography and other factors, and instantaneous wind speed and direction vary more widely than hourly averages.
The average hourly wind speed at Tenerife South Airport is essentially constant during February, remaining within 0.2 miles per hour of 13.2 miles per hour throughout.
For reference, on July 17, the windiest day of the year, the daily average wind speed is 15.8 miles per hour, while on October 7, the calmest day of the year, the daily average wind speed is 10.4 miles per hour.
The highest daily average wind speed during February is 13.4 miles per hour on February 27.
Average Wind Speed in February at Tenerife South Airport
Average Wind Speed in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280 mph0 mph5 mph5 mph20 mph20 mph25 mph25 mph30 mph30 mphJanMarFeb 2713. 4 mphFeb 2713.4 mphFeb 113.0 mphFeb 113.0 mph
The average of mean hourly wind speeds (dark gray line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
The hourly average wind direction at Tenerife South Airport throughout February is predominantly from the north, with a peak proportion of 55% on February 28.
Wind Direction in February at Tenerife South Airport
Wind Direction in February at Tenerife South AirportENFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280%100%20%80%40%60%60%40%80%20%100%0%JanMareastnorthwestsouth
northeastsouthwest
The percentage of hours in which the mean wind direction is from each of the four cardinal wind directions, excluding hours in which the mean wind speed is less than 1.0 mph. The lightly tinted areas at the boundaries are the percentage of hours spent in the implied intermediate directions (northeast, southeast, southwest, and northwest).
Tenerife South Airport is located near a large body of water (e.g., ocean, sea, or large lake). This section reports on the wide-area average surface temperature of that water.
The average surface water temperature at Tenerife South Airport is essentially constant during February, remaining around 66°F throughout.
Average Water Temperature in February at Tenerife South Airport
Average Water Temperature in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282864°F64°F65°F65°F66°F66°F67°F67°F68°F68°F69°F69°F70°F70°FJanMarFeb 167°FFeb 167°FFeb 2866°FFeb 2866°FFeb 1166°FFeb 1166°F
The daily average water temperature (purple line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
Definitions of the growing season vary throughout the world, but for the purposes of this report, we define it as the longest continuous period of non-freezing temperatures (≥ 32°F) in the year (the calendar year in the Northern Hemisphere, or from July 1 until June 30 in the Southern Hemisphere).
Temperatures at Tenerife South Airport are sufficiently warm year round that it is not entirely meaningful to discuss the growing season in these terms. We nevertheless include the chart below as an illustration of the distribution of temperatures experienced throughout the year.
Time Spent in Various Temperature Bands and the Growing Season in February at Tenerife South Airport
Time Spent in Various Temperature Bands and the Growing Season in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280%100%10%90%20%80%30%70%40%60%50%50%60%40%70%30%80%20%90%10%100%0%JanMar100%Feb 15100%Feb 15100%Jan 1100%Jan 1coolcomfortablewarm
frigid 15°F freezing 32°F very cold 45°F cold 55°F cool 65°F comfortable 75°F warm 85°F hot 95°F sweltering
The percentage of time spent in various temperature bands. The black line is the percentage chance that a given day is within the growing season.
Growing degree days are a measure of yearly heat accumulation used to predict plant and animal development, and defined as the integral of warmth above a base temperature, discarding any excess above a maximum temperature. In this report, we use a base of 50°F and a cap of 86°F.
The average accumulated growing degree days at Tenerife South Airport are increasing during February, increasing by 400°F, from 477°F to 878°F, over the course of the month.
Growing Degree Days in February at Tenerife South Airport
Growing Degree Days in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb1122334455667788991010111112121313141415151616171718181919202021212222232324242525262627272828500°F500°F600°F600°F700°F700°F800°F800°F900°F900°FJanMarFeb 1477°FFeb 1477°FFeb 28878°FFeb 28878°FFeb 11626°FFeb 11626°FFeb 21773°FFeb 21773°F
The average growing degree days accumulated over the course of February, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
This section discusses the total daily incident shortwave solar energy reaching the surface of the ground over a wide area, taking full account of seasonal variations in the length of the day, the elevation of the Sun above the horizon, and absorption by clouds and other atmospheric constituents. Shortwave radiation includes visible light and ultraviolet radiation.
The average daily incident shortwave solar energy at Tenerife South Airport is increasing during February, rising by 1.1 kWh, from 4.3 kWh to 5.4 kWh, over the course of the month.
Average Daily Incident Shortwave Solar Energy in February at Tenerife South Airport
Average Daily Incident Shortwave Solar Energy in February at Tenerife South AirportFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280 kWh0 kWh2 kWh2 kWh3 kWh3 kWh4 kWh4 kWh5 kWh5 kWh5 kWh5 kWh6 kWh6 kWh7 kWh7 kWhJanMarFeb 14.3 kWhFeb 14.3 kWhFeb 285. 4 kWhFeb 285.4 kWhFeb 164.9 kWhFeb 164.9 kWh
The average daily shortwave solar energy reaching the ground per square meter (orange line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
For the purposes of this report, the geographical coordinates of Tenerife South Airport are 28.044 deg latitude, -16.572 deg longitude, and 164 ft elevation.
The topography within 2 miles of Tenerife South Airport contains very significant variations in elevation, with a maximum elevation change of 938 feet and an average elevation above sea level of 216 feet. Within 10 miles contains very significant variations in elevation (6,335 feet). Within 50 miles also contains extreme variations in elevation (12,152 feet).
The area within 2 miles of Tenerife South Airport is covered by shrubs (44%), cropland (33%), and artificial surfaces (15%), within 10 miles by water (50%) and shrubs (25%), and within 50 miles by water (88%).
This report illustrates the typical weather at Tenerife South Airport, based on a statistical analysis of historical hourly weather reports and model reconstructions from January 1, 1980 to December 31, 2016.
Temperature and Dew Point
Tenerife South Airport has a weather station that reported reliably enough during the analysis period that we have included it in our network. When available, historical temperature and dew point measurements are taken directly from this weather station. These records are obtained from NOAA’s Integrated Surface Hourly data set, falling back on ICAO METAR records as required.
In the case of missing or erroneous measurements from this station, we fall back on records from nearby stations, adjusted according to typical seasonal and diurnal intra-station differences. For a given day of the year and hour of the day, the fallback station is selected to minimize the prediction error over the years for which there are measurements for both stations.
In this case, the only station close and reliable enough to use as a fallback is Gran Canaria Airport.
Other Data
All data relating to the Sun’s position (e.g., sunrise and sunset) are computed using astronomical formulas from the book, Astronomical Algorithms 2nd Edition , by Jean Meeus.
All other weather data, including cloud cover, precipitation, wind speed and direction, and solar flux, come from NASA’s MERRA-2 Modern-Era Retrospective Analysis . This reanalysis combines a variety of wide-area measurements in a state-of-the-art global meteorological model to reconstruct the hourly history of weather throughout the world on a 50-kilometer grid.
Land Use data comes from the Global Land Cover SHARE database , published by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
Elevation data comes from the Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) , published by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Names, locations, and time zones of places and some airports come from the GeoNames Geographical Database .
Time zones for airports and weather stations are provided by AskGeo.com .
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Tenerife South Airport
Provincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Santa Cruz de Tenerife February Weather, Average Temperature (Spain)
Daily high temperatures are around 70°F, rarely falling below 66°F or exceeding 77°F.
Daily low temperatures are around 59°F, rarely falling below 55°F or exceeding 63°F. The lowest daily average low temperature is 59°F on February 9.
For reference, on August 20, the hottest day of the year, temperatures in Santa Cruz de Tenerife typically range from 71°F to 82°F, while on February 5, the coldest day of the year, they range from 59°F to 69°F.
Average High and Low Temperature in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282854°F54°F56°F56°F58°F58°F60°F60°F62°F62°F64°F64°F66°F66°F68°F68°F70°F70°F72°F72°F74°F74°F76°F76°F78°F78°FJanMarFeb 169°FFeb 169°F59°F59°FFeb 2871°FFeb 2871°F59°F59°FFeb 1170°FFeb 1170°F59°F59°F
The daily average high (red line) and low (blue line) temperature, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands. The thin dotted lines are the corresponding average perceived temperatures.
The figure below shows you a compact characterization of the hourly average temperatures for the quarter of the year centered on February. The horizontal axis is the day, the vertical axis is the hour of the day, and the color is the average temperature for that hour and day.
Average Hourly Temperature in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Average Hourly Temperature in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282812 AM12 AM2 AM2 AM4 AM4 AM6 AM6 AM8 AM8 AM10 AM10 AM12 PM12 PM2 PM2 PM4 PM4 PM6 PM6 PM8 PM8 PM10 PM10 PM12 AM12 AMJanMarcoolcoolcomfortable
frigid 15°F freezing 32°F very cold 45°F cold 55°F cool 65°F comfortable 75°F warm 85°F hot 95°F sweltering
The average hourly temperature, color coded into bands. The shaded overlays indicate night and civil twilight.
San Clemente, Peru (4,952 miles away) is the far-away foreign place with temperatures most similar to Santa Cruz de Tenerife (view comparison).
The month of February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife experiences essentially constant cloud cover, with the percentage of time that the sky is overcast or mostly cloudy remaining about 34% throughout the month.
The clearest day of the month is February 18, with clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy conditions 68% of the time.
For reference, on November 16, the cloudiest day of the year, the chance of overcast or mostly cloudy conditions is 42%, while on July 19, the clearest day of the year, the chance of clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy skies is 97%.
Cloud Cover Categories in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Cloud Cover Categories in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280%100%10%90%20%80%30%70%40%60%50%50%60%40%70%30%80%20%90%10%100%0%JanMarFeb 165%Feb 165%Feb 2867%Feb 2867%Feb 1166%Feb 1166%clearmostly clearpartly cloudymostly cloudyovercast
The percentage of time spent in each cloud cover band, categorized by the percentage of the sky covered by clouds.
A wet day is one with at least 0.04 inches of liquid or liquid-equivalent precipitation. In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the chance of a wet day over the course of February is essentially constant, remaining around 11% throughout.
For reference, the year’s highest daily chance of a wet day is 13% on December 13, and its lowest chance is 0% on July 10.
Probability of Precipitation in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Probability of Precipitation in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280%0%2%2%4%4%6%6%8%8%10%10%12%12%JanMarFeb 110%Feb 110%Feb 2812%Feb 2812%Feb 1111%Feb 1111%rain
The percentage of days in which various types of precipitation are observed, excluding trace quantities: rain alone, snow alone, and mixed (both rain and snow fell in the same day).
Rainfall
To show variation within the month and not just the monthly total, we show the rainfall accumulated over a sliding 31-day period centered around each day.
The average sliding 31-day rainfall during February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is essentially constant, remaining about 0.7 inches throughout, and rarely exceeding 1.7 inches or falling below 0.1 inches.
Average Monthly Rainfall in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Average Monthly Rainfall in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280.0 in0.0 in0.5 in0.5 in1.0 in1.0 in1.5 in1.5 in2.0 in2.0 inJanMarFeb 10.7 inFeb 10.7 inFeb 280.7 inFeb 280.7 inFeb 110.7 inFeb 110.7 in
The average rainfall (solid line) accumulated over the course of a sliding 31-day period centered on the day in question, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands. The thin dotted line is the corresponding average snowfall.
Over the course of February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the length of the day is increasing. From the start to the end of the month, the length of the day increases by 42 minutes, implying an average daily increase of 1 minute, 32 seconds, and weekly increase of 10 minutes, 47 seconds.
The shortest day of the month is February 1, with 10 hours, 52 minutes of daylight and the longest day is February 28, with 11 hours, 33 minutes of daylight.
Hours of Daylight and Twilight in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Hours of Daylight and Twilight in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280 hr24 hr4 hr20 hr8 hr16 hr12 hr12 hr16 hr8 hr20 hr4 hr24 hr0 hrJanMarnightnightdaydayFeb 110 hr, 52 minFeb 110 hr, 52 minFeb 2811 hr, 33 minFeb 2811 hr, 33 min
The number of hours during which the Sun is visible (black line). From bottom (most yellow) to top (most gray), the color bands indicate: full daylight, twilight (civil, nautical, and astronomical), and full night.
The latest sunrise of the month in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is 7:52 AM on February 1 and the earliest sunrise is 22 minutes earlier at 7:31 AM on February 28.
The earliest sunset is 6:44 PM on February 1 and the latest sunset is 20 minutes later at 7:04 PM on February 28.
Daylight saving time is observed in Santa Cruz de Tenerife during 2022, but it neither starts nor ends during February, so the entire month is in standard time.
For reference, on June 21, the longest day of the year, the Sun rises at 7:08 AM and sets 13 hours, 57 minutes later, at 9:05 PM, while on December 21, the shortest day of the year, it rises at 7:53 AM and sets 10 hours, 20 minutes later, at 6:13 PM.
Sunrise & Sunset with Twilight and Daylight Saving Time in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Sunrise & Sunset with Twilight and Daylight Saving Time in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282 AM4 AM6 AM8 AM10 AM12 PM2 PM4 PM6 PM8 PM10 PM12 AM2 AMJanMar7:31 AM7:31 AMFeb 287:04 PMFeb 287:04 PM7:52 AM7:52 AMFeb 16:44 PMFeb 16:44 PM7:42 AM7:42 AMFeb 166:56 PMFeb 166:56 PMSolarMidnightSolarMidnightSolarNoonSunriseSunset
The solar day over the course of February. From bottom to top, the black lines are the previous solar midnight, sunrise, solar noon, sunset, and the next solar midnight. The day, twilights (civil, nautical, and astronomical), and night are indicated by the color bands from yellow to gray.
The figure below presents a compact representation of the sun’s elevation (the angle of the sun above the horizon) and azimuth (its compass bearing) for every hour of every day in the reporting period. The horizontal axis is the day of the year and the vertical axis is the hour of the day. For a given day and hour of that day, the background color indicates the azimuth of the sun at that moment. The black isolines are contours of constant solar elevation.
Solar Elevation and Azimuth in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Solar Elevation and Azimuth in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282812 AM12 AM2 AM2 AM4 AM4 AM6 AM6 AM8 AM8 AM10 AM10 AM12 PM12 PM2 PM2 PM4 PM4 PM6 PM6 PM8 PM8 PM10 PM10 PM12 AM12 AMJanMar00101020203030404000101020203030404050
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Solar elevation and azimuth over the course of February 2022. The black lines are lines of constant solar elevation (the angle of the sun above the horizon, in degrees). The background color fills indicate the azimuth (the compass bearing) of the sun. The lightly tinted areas at the boundaries of the cardinal compass points indicate the implied intermediate directions (northeast, southeast, southwest, and northwest).
The figure below presents a compact representation of key lunar data for February 2022. The horizontal axis is the day, the vertical axis is the hour of the day, and the colored areas indicate when the moon is above the horizon. The vertical gray bars (new Moons) and blue bars (full Moons) indicate key Moon phases. The label associated with each bar indicates the date and time that the phase is obtained, and the companion time labels indicate the rise and set times of the Moon for the nearest time interval in which the moon is above the horizon.
Moon Rise, Set & Phases in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The time in which the moon is above the horizon (light blue area), with new moons (dark gray lines) and full moons (blue lines) indicated. The shaded overlays indicate night and civil twilight.
Feb 2022
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230,238 mi
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9:41 AM
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233,556 mi
4
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10:15 AM
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10:46 AM
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240,933 mi
6
32%
11:17 AM
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244,373 mi
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247,300 mi
8
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249,534 mi
9
62%
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12:55 PM
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250,969 mi
10
71%
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1:34 PM
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251,569 mi
11
79%
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3:56 AM
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2:18 PM
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9:33 PM
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251,371 mi
12
87%
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3:06 PM
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250,464 mi
13
93%
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248,986 mi
14
95%
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6:28 AM
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4:55 PM
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247,094 mi
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244,953 mi
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242,713 mi
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98%
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8:50 PM
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2:27 AM
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240,491 mi
19
94%
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9:49 PM
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3:12 AM
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238,367 mi
20
87%
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10:49 PM
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3:57 AM
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236,383 mi
21
79%
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10:35 AM
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11:51 PM
ESE
4:43 AM
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234,555 mi
22
69%
–
11:12 AM
WSW
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5:31 AM
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232,889 mi
23
50%
12:55 AM
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11:52 AM
WSW
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6:24 AM
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231,399 mi
24
46%
2:02 AM
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12:39 PM
WSW
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7:20 AM
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230,131 mi
25
34%
3:09 AM
ESE
1:34 PM
WSW
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8:21 AM
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229,165 mi
26
23%
4:15 AM
ESE
2:35 PM
WSW
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9:25 AM
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228,614 mi
27
14%
5:15 AM
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3:42 PM
WSW
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228,607 mi
28
7%
6:08 AM
ESE
4:50 PM
WSW
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11:30 AM
S
229,249 mi
We base the humidity comfort level on the dew point, as it determines whether perspiration will evaporate from the skin, thereby cooling the body. Lower dew points feel drier and higher dew points feel more humid. Unlike temperature, which typically varies significantly between night and day, dew point tends to change more slowly, so while the temperature may drop at night, a muggy day is typically followed by a muggy night.
The chance that a given day will be muggy in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is essentially constant during February, remaining around 0% throughout.
For reference, on August 29, the muggiest day of the year, there are muggy conditions 40% of the time, while on January 13, the least muggy day of the year, there are muggy conditions 0% of the time.
Humidity Comfort Levels in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Humidity Comfort Levels in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280%0%10%10%20%20%30%30%40%40%50%50%60%60%70%70%80%80%90%90%100%100%JanMarFeb 10%Feb 10%Feb 280%Feb 280%Feb 110%Feb 110%comfortablecomfortabledrydryhumidhumid
The percentage of time spent at various humidity comfort levels, categorized by dew point.
This section discusses the wide-area hourly average wind vector (speed and direction) at 10 meters above the ground. The wind experienced at any given location is highly dependent on local topography and other factors, and instantaneous wind speed and direction vary more widely than hourly averages.
The average hourly wind speed in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is essentially constant during February, remaining within 0.2 miles per hour of 12.6 miles per hour throughout.
For reference, on July 17, the windiest day of the year, the daily average wind speed is 15.0 miles per hour, while on October 7, the calmest day of the year, the daily average wind speed is 10.2 miles per hour.
Average Wind Speed in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Average Wind Speed in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280 mph0 mph5 mph5 mph20 mph20 mph25 mph25 mph30 mph30 mphJanMarFeb 112. 4 mphFeb 112.4 mphFeb 2812.8 mphFeb 2812.8 mphFeb 1612.6 mphFeb 1612.6 mph
The average of mean hourly wind speeds (dark gray line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
The hourly average wind direction in Santa Cruz de Tenerife throughout February is predominantly from the north, with a peak proportion of 52% on February 28.
Wind Direction in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Wind Direction in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeENFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280%100%20%80%40%60%60%40%80%20%100%0%JanMareastnorthwestsouth
northeastsouthwest
The percentage of hours in which the mean wind direction is from each of the four cardinal wind directions, excluding hours in which the mean wind speed is less than 1.0 mph. The lightly tinted areas at the boundaries are the percentage of hours spent in the implied intermediate directions (northeast, southeast, southwest, and northwest).
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is located near a large body of water (e.g., ocean, sea, or large lake). This section reports on the wide-area average surface temperature of that water.
The average surface water temperature in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is essentially constant during February, remaining around 66°F throughout.
Average Water Temperature in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Average Water Temperature in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282864°F64°F65°F65°F66°F66°F67°F67°F68°F68°F69°F69°F70°F70°FJanMarFeb 166°FFeb 166°FFeb 2866°FFeb 2866°FFeb 1166°FFeb 1166°F
The daily average water temperature (purple line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
Definitions of the growing season vary throughout the world, but for the purposes of this report, we define it as the longest continuous period of non-freezing temperatures (≥ 32°F) in the year (the calendar year in the Northern Hemisphere, or from July 1 until June 30 in the Southern Hemisphere).
Temperatures in Santa Cruz de Tenerife are sufficiently warm year round that it is not entirely meaningful to discuss the growing season in these terms. We nevertheless include the chart below as an illustration of the distribution of temperatures experienced throughout the year.
Time Spent in Various Temperature Bands and the Growing Season in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Time Spent in Various Temperature Bands and the Growing Season in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280%100%10%90%20%80%30%70%40%60%50%50%60%40%70%30%80%20%90%10%100%0%JanMar100%Feb 15100%Feb 15100%Jan 1100%Jan 1coolcomfortablewarm
frigid 15°F freezing 32°F very cold 45°F cold 55°F cool 65°F comfortable 75°F warm 85°F hot 95°F sweltering
The percentage of time spent in various temperature bands. The black line is the percentage chance that a given day is within the growing season.
Growing degree days are a measure of yearly heat accumulation used to predict plant and animal development, and defined as the integral of warmth above a base temperature, discarding any excess above a maximum temperature. In this report, we use a base of 50°F and a cap of 86°F.
The average accumulated growing degree days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife are increasing during February, increasing by 369°F, from 439°F to 808°F, over the course of the month.
Growing Degree Days in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Growing Degree Days in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb1122334455667788991010111112121313141415151616171718181919202021212222232324242525262627272828400°F400°F500°F500°F600°F600°F700°F700°F800°F800°F900°F900°FJanMarFeb 1439°FFeb 1439°FFeb 28808°FFeb 28808°FFeb 11575°FFeb 11575°FFeb 21711°FFeb 21711°F
The average growing degree days accumulated over the course of February, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
This section discusses the total daily incident shortwave solar energy reaching the surface of the ground over a wide area, taking full account of seasonal variations in the length of the day, the elevation of the Sun above the horizon, and absorption by clouds and other atmospheric constituents. Shortwave radiation includes visible light and ultraviolet radiation.
The average daily incident shortwave solar energy in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is increasing during February, rising by 1.1 kWh, from 4.1 kWh to 5.1 kWh, over the course of the month.
Average Daily Incident Shortwave Solar Energy in February in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Average Daily Incident Shortwave Solar Energy in February in Santa Cruz de TenerifeFeb11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728280 kWh0 kWh2 kWh2 kWh3 kWh3 kWh4 kWh4 kWh5 kWh5 kWh5 kWh5 kWh6 kWh6 kWh7 kWh7 kWhJanMarFeb 14.1 kWhFeb 14.1 kWhFeb 285. 1 kWhFeb 285.1 kWhFeb 164.7 kWhFeb 164.7 kWh
The average daily shortwave solar energy reaching the ground per square meter (orange line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
For the purposes of this report, the geographical coordinates of Santa Cruz de Tenerife are 28.468 deg latitude, -16.255 deg longitude, and 180 ft elevation.
The topography within 2 miles of Santa Cruz de Tenerife contains very significant variations in elevation, with a maximum elevation change of 1,781 feet and an average elevation above sea level of 365 feet. Within 10 miles contains very significant variations in elevation (4,954 feet). Within 50 miles also contains extreme variations in elevation (12,152 feet).
The area within 2 miles of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is covered by water (42%), artificial surfaces (38%), and shrubs (15%), within 10 miles by water (56%) and shrubs (22%), and within 50 miles by water (88%).
This report illustrates the typical weather in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, based on a statistical analysis of historical hourly weather reports and model reconstructions from January 1, 1980 to December 31, 2016.
Temperature and Dew Point
There are 2 weather stations near enough to contribute to our estimation of the temperature and dew point in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
For each station, the records are corrected for the elevation difference between that station and Santa Cruz de Tenerife according to the International Standard Atmosphere , and by the relative change present in the MERRA-2 satellite-era reanalysis between the two locations.
The estimated value at Santa Cruz de Tenerife is computed as the weighted average of the individual contributions from each station, with weights proportional to the inverse of the distance between Santa Cruz de Tenerife and a given station.
The stations contributing to this reconstruction are:
Tenerife South Airport (GCTS, 71%, 35 mi, southwest, 26 ft elevation change)
Gran Canaria Airport (GCLP, 29%, 65 mi, southeast, -105 ft elevation change)
To get a sense of how much these sources agree with each other, you can view a comparison of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and the stations that contribute to our estimates of its temperature history and climate. Please note that each source’s contribution is adjusted for elevation and the relative change present in the MERRA-2 data.
Other Data
All data relating to the Sun’s position (e.g., sunrise and sunset) are computed using astronomical formulas from the book, Astronomical Algorithms 2nd Edition , by Jean Meeus.
All other weather data, including cloud cover, precipitation, wind speed and direction, and solar flux, come from NASA’s MERRA-2 Modern-Era Retrospective Analysis . This reanalysis combines a variety of wide-area measurements in a state-of-the-art global meteorological model to reconstruct the hourly history of weather throughout the world on a 50-kilometer grid.
Land Use data comes from the Global Land Cover SHARE database , published by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
Elevation data comes from the Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) , published by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Names, locations, and time zones of places and some airports come from the GeoNames Geographical Database .
Time zones for airports and weather stations are provided by AskGeo.com .
The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. Weather data is prone to errors, outages, and other defects. We assume no responsibility for any decisions made on the basis of the content presented on this site.
We draw particular cautious attention to our reliance on the MERRA-2 model-based reconstructions for a number of important data series. While having the tremendous advantages of temporal and spatial completeness, these reconstructions: (1) are based on computer models that may have model-based errors, (2) are coarsely sampled on a 50 km grid and are therefore unable to reconstruct the local variations of many microclimates, and (3) have particular difficulty with the weather in some coastal areas, especially small islands.
We further caution that our travel scores are only as good as the data that underpin them, that weather conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable, and that the definition of the scores reflects a particular set of preferences that may not agree with those of any particular reader.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Provincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
February Weather in Tenerife, Spain – 2023 – Winter Sun Expert
Tenerife is the largest island amongst the Canary Islands. It is located off West Africa. It is a favorite destination with snowbirds for its long days of sunshine. Mt. Teide, a dormant volcano dominates the island as Spain’s tallest peak.
North of the island is a natural paradise known for its natural pools. Beach lovers will feel at home in the southern part of the island with many beaches that have yellow or black sands. Tenerife enjoys a perfect climate throughout the year. There are many fun activities for snowbirds to engage in and stunning things to see. One of the most popular activities on the island is the Carnaval de Santa Cruz, which is a huge pre-Lent festival with parades, music, dancing, and colorful costumes. This sunny holiday hotspot welcomes millions of people throughout the year who are looking to relax, have an adventure, make memories, and enjoy the fantastic weather.
Weather February 2023 in Tenerife Spain:
Generally, February in Tenerife will be really nice, with an average temperature of around 71°F / 22°C. Due to the dry air, it will feel very comfortable. You can expect around 4 rainy days, with on average 0.9 inches / 24 mm of rain during the month of February.
By Peng – CC BY-SA 3.0
Contents
1 February weather in Tenerife Spain
2 February weather in Tenerife Spain in more detail
2. 1 – What will the temperature be in Tenerife in February
2.2 – Can you expect rain in February in Tenerife?
2.3 – What will the water temperature be in Tenerife for February
2.4 – Can you expect in February a lot of sunny days in Tenerife
2.5 – Will it be comfortable in February in Tenerife?
3 What to do in Tenerife Spain in February
4 Is it humid in Tenerife Spain in February?
5 Is February a good time to go to Tenerife Spain?
6 Does it rain all day in Tenerife Spain in February?
7 Is February the rainiest month in Tenerife Spain?
8 Is February the most sunniest month in Tenerife Spain?
9 Weather in Tenerife Spain in other months
February weather in Tenerife Spain
To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in February in Tenerife, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if February is comfortable or humid
Generally, February in Tenerife will be really nice. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 71°F / 22°C. Due to the dry air, it will feel very comfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 55°F / 13°C.
Tenerife has some rainy days in February. You can expect around 4 rainy days, with on average 0.9 inches / 24 mm of rain during the whole month.
The forecast for February 2023 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.
February weather in Tenerife Spain in more detail
To get a better feeling for the type of weather, you can expect in February in Tenerife, we will look at the temperature, rain, wind, humidity, water temperature, and sun and clouds
– What will the temperature be in Tenerife in February
Generally, you can expect in February an average temperature of 71°F / 22°C during the day and an average of 55°F / 13°C during the night. In February, during the warmest part of the afternoon, the temperature can often get as high as 78°F / 26°C, and at the end of the night, it can get as low as 48°F / 9°C.
When looking at the whole year, January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of around 69°F / 21°C. July, August and September are the hottest months, with an average temperature of around 84°F / 29°C. When comparing February with the temperature in the month before and after, this is almost equal to January, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 69°F / 21°C. And almost equal to March, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 73°F / 23°C.
Day and night temperature variation for Tenerife during the year.Day and night temperature variation for Tenerife during the year.
But average temperatures only tell half of the story. It is also good to check the maximum and minimum temperatures. When looking at the whole year, August is the hottest month, with a temperature of around 93°F / 34°C. January is the coldest month, with a temperature of around 77°F / 25°C. When comparing February with the temperature in the month before and after, this is almost equal to January, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 77°F / 25°C. And almost equal to March, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 82°F / 28°C.
In the following graph, you can see how many cold and hot days you can expect in Tenerife each month:
Day and night temperature variation for Tenerife during the year.Day and night temperature variation for Tenerife during the year.
– Can you expect rain in February in Tenerife?
Generally, you can expect about 4 rain days in February, with on average 0.9 inches / 24 mm of rain.
When looking at the whole year, July is the dryest month, with an average rainfall of around 0 inches / 0 mmmm. December is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of around 1.3 inches / 32 mmmm. When comparing February with the month before and after, this is almost equal to January, which sees around 0. 9 inches / 23 mm of rain. And slightly more than March, which sees around 0.7 inches / 19 mm of rain
Rain days for Tenerife during the year.Rain days for Tenerife during the year.
If we look at the number of days with rain, July is the month with the least amount of rain days with an average of between 0 and 1 days. December is the month with the most rain days with an average of between 5 and 6 days. When comparing February with the month before and after, this is almost equal to January, which sees an average of between 3 and 4 days of rain. And almost equal to March, which sees an average of between 3 and 4 days of rain
– What will the water temperature be in Tenerife for February
You can expect in February, the water temperature for Tenerife to be between 69°F / 21°C and 64°F / 18°C.
To compare the water temperature we will use the maximum water temperature. You can expect this temperature on a more sunny day, close to the shore, when the wind does not mix the relatively warmer and colder water.
September has the highest water temperature, with around 77°F / 25°C. April has the lowest water temperature, with around 68°F / 20°C. When comparing the water temperature from February with the month before and after, February has a water temperature almost equal to January, with a water temperature of an average of between 69°F / 21°C and 71°F / 22°C. And almost equal to the water temperature from March, that is an average of between 68°F / 20°C and 69°F / 21°C.
Water temperature for Tenerife during the year.Water temperature for Tenerife during the year.
– Can you expect in February a lot of sunny days in Tenerife
Generally, you can expect around 6 sunny days in February and around 18 partly sunny days. The remaining days will be cloudy.
When looking at the whole year, December is the month with the highest number of sunny days, with an average of between 7 and 8 sunny days. July is the month with the lowest number of sunny days, with an average of between 0 and 1 sunny days. When comparing February with the number of sunny days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to January, with an average of between 6 and 7 sunny days. And almost equal to March, with around 4 sunny days
The number of sunny, partly sunny, and cloudy days for TenerifeThe number of sunny, partly sunny, and cloudy days for Tenerife
We have looked at the sunny days in Tenerife. Let’s also look at the cloudy or overcast days. January is the month with the highest number of cloudy days, with around 6 cloudy days. July is the month with the lowest number of cloudy days, with around 1 cloudy day. When comparing February with the number of cloudy days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to January, with around 6 cloudy days. And almost equal to March, with an average of between 4 and 5 cloudy days
– Will it be comfortable in February in Tenerife?
Generally, February in Tenerife will have dry air, and will feel very comfortable.
We use the humidity and temperature in Tenerife to calculate the Wintersun Expert Comfort level for each month. The lower the Wintersun Expert Comfort level, the more comfortable it will be. Only for certain people, extremely dry air can feel slightly uncomfortable.
When looking at the whole year, January has the lowest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of “very comfortable” (dry air). August has the highest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of “comfortable” (not very humid). When comparing February with the month before and after, this is almost equal to January, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of “very comfortable” (dry air). And almost equal to March, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of “very comfortable” (dry air)
Wintersun Expert Humidity / Comfort level for TenerifeWintersun Expert Humidity / Comfort level for Tenerife
What to do in Tenerife Spain in February
There are a couple of interesting places and attractions in Tenerife. A couple of suggestions for snowbirds are:
Mount Teide: Mount Teide is a dormant volcano on Tenerife. Its summit is the highest point in Spain and also the highest point above sea level in the islands of the Atlantic. At 7500 meter (24608 feet), it is the fourth highest volcano in the world. Snowbirds can go on cable car rides to the top of this UNESCO world heritage site and experience what it is like to be on what NASA describes as the third-tallest volcanic structure.
Siam Park: This is a splendid Thai-themed adventure water park that has lots of activities suitable for younger children and also adults.
Loro Park: For nature lovers, you could have an excellent time seeing this zoo that has some exotic animals like Tigers, dolphins & penguins
Playa de Las Teresitas: This is a stunning man-made beach that has fine yellow sand.
Pyramids of Guimar: Snowbirds can visit this incredible ethnology park & terraced stone pyramids to get a feel of the island’s archaeological history.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife: This is a fun resort town known for Conception Church, Palacio de Carta & the architectural wonder of Tenerife Auditorium.
Los Gigantes: Snowbirds can enjoy the stunning sandy beaches in Los Gigantes. There are high cliffs around the area that tourists sometimes go to the cliffs to watch the sunset on the ocean. Snowbirds can also go whale-watching.
Is it humid in Tenerife Spain in February?
A lot of people ask interested in the humidity or relative humidity for Tenerife Spain in February. But the real question they want to ask is not about humidity but the amount of moisture in the air. Or better, about comfort. Will it be comfortable in February in Tenerife, or will high humidity make it uncomfortable.
To answer this question, we have to look at the dew point. Relative humidity can change a lot in Tenerife during the day and night, as it changes when the amount of moisture changes and, but also when the temperature changes. It is a lot less reliable for comfort. Where the dew point only varies with the amount of moisture in the air.
Looking at the dew point, we can see that for the month of February, you can expect that Tenerife will have dry air, and will feel very comfortable.
January is the month with the most comfort. It will have dry air, and will feel very comfortable. August is the most uncomfortable month. It will not be very humid, and will feel comfortable. In the graph, you can see that there is some difference between the most comfortable and most uncomfortable months
Humidity level for TenerifeHumidity level for Tenerife
Is February a good time to go to Tenerife Spain?
Trying to answer the question of whether February is a good time to go to Tenerife is not as easy as it first seems. Some people like colder weather, and others prefer a warmer climate. Some are fine with some humidity, and others are not. If your location has air conditioning, the night temperature is less important.
These are some examples. I will try to answer the question with a more generic person in mind. The more detailed information in this article should be enough to check further if this applies to you as well.
If we look at the average temperature for Tenerife in February, we can see that it will be fine for most people. In February, you can expect it to be really nice, with an average temperature of around 71°F / 22°C. Due to the dry air, it will feel very comfortable. During the night, it will be around 55°F / 13°C.
As the number of overcast days is not high, you can enjoy the sun with around 6 sunny days and 18 partly sunny days.
The last aspect we will look at is rain. You can expect around 4 rainy days, with on average 0.9 inches / 24 mm of rain during February. If it were more than five days, the location would be slightly less attractive for a shorter stay.
We have looked at the average day temperature, the night temperature, humidity, the number of overcast days, and the rain. We think that February a good time to go to Tenerife Spain for most visitors.
Does it rain all day in Tenerife Spain in February?
In Tenerife, it does not rain all day in February. You can expect around 4 rainy days, with on average 0.9 inches / 24 mm of rain during the month.
Another way of looking at the rain is the number of sunny days. For Tenerife Spain, there are, on average 6 sunny days and 18 partly sunny days in February. That clearly shows that it is not raining all the time.
Is February the rainiest month in Tenerife Spain?
February is not the month with the most rainy days, and not the month with the most rain.
To answer what the rainiest month is in Tenerife, we will both look at the month with the most rain, and the month with the highest number of rainy days.
December is the month with the the highest number of rainiest days. On average, you can expect 6 days with rain. July is the month with the lowest number of rainy days, with aproximately 0 days.
December is the month with the most rain. This is not equal as the one with the most rainy days. On average, you can expect 1.3 inches / 32 mm of rain. July is the month with the least amount of rain. This is not the same month as the one with the lowest number of rainy days. You can expect approximately 0 inches / 0 mm of rain.
Is February the most sunniest month in Tenerife Spain?
February is not the month with the most sunny days, not the month with the most partly sunny days, and it is not the month with the lowest number of overcast days.
To answer what the sunniest month is in Tenerife, we will of course look at the month with the most sunniest days, but also look at the month with the biggest number of days that are sunny or partly sunny.
December is the month with the highest number of sunny days. On average, you can expect 6 sunny days, and 18 partly suny days. July is the month with the lowest number of sunny days.
July is the month with the highest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined. While February is the month with the lowest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined.
The last thing we will look at is the number of overcast days. July is the month with the lowest number of overcast days. While January is the month with the highest number of overcast days.
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Not every person manages to get a vacation in the summer, but this does not mean at all that you need to wait a whole year for the next opportunity to relax. There are a lot of places in the world where even in winter you can have a wonderful time basking in the sun. If your vacation falls in February, Tenerife is a great idea.
This largest island in the archipelago of the Canary Islands is said to be an eternal spring. And indeed it is. The landscapes of Tenerife create a strong contrast with the picture in the homeland of our tourists. At the end of winter there is no dull grayness here, instead of it there is only picturesque fragrant nature. Read about all the nuances of visiting the island in this Kid Passage article.
Holidays in Tenerife in February: advantages and disadvantages of the resort
Tired of the cold and cloudy weather, people enjoy every sunny warm day, and there are many such on the island. For this reason alone, reviews of holidays in Tenerife in February are mostly positive. Let’s look at other advantages of wintering on the island:
The cost of rest. Prices in the Canary Islands “bite” at any time of the year, but since much fewer tourists come here in winter, tour operators and hotel owners slightly reduce the cost of their services.
Santa Cruz Festival. At the end of winter, an enchanting action takes place in the capital of the island – the carnival in Santa Cruz. You can read more about the holiday below.
Air temperature. Of course, you won’t have to languish from the heat here, but the thermometer marks in Spain please with their positive indicators.
As for minuses , Tenerife also has them in February. First of all, it is rainy and windy weather in the northern part of the island. Most tourists choose the south, as it is warmer there, and the tourist infrastructure is more developed.
Some are frustrated by the impossibility of a beach holiday (ocean waters do not please with warmth). However, there is always an alternative in the form of swimming pools and water parks operating in Tenerife all year round. In addition, it is pleasant to spend time on the beaches of the island, even without making long swims. Visitors relax under the sun on sun loungers and enjoy the clean sea air.
Weather in Tenerife in February
The island has more than 20 climatic zones, so the weather here varies depending on the region. In general, the weather in Tenerife in February – March is warm, moderately rainy. At the end of winter – the beginning of spring, an abundance of greenery and flowers pleases, this is a very beautiful period.
The weather in early February is so warm that tourists can even get a tan. But swimming is unlikely to succeed – the average water temperature is about +19 ° С. If you are not engaged in winter swimming, then swimming in the ocean during this period is not for you.
The temperature in Tenerife in mid-February fluctuates between +15…20 °C. However, the weather is quite changeable, so even if the sun shines brightly during the day, it is better to take a jacket for a walk just in case. In the evening, it’s not worth going out for a walk in T-shirts and shorts, because with the onset of twilight the thermometer drops rapidly.
As we have already said, the island is warm all year round, but the weather in Tenerife at the end of February already 100% pleases tourists with sunny hot days. In addition, at this time, numerous flower beds and gardens begin to bloom here, turning the island into a fabulously beautiful place.
Air and water temperature
Tenerife’s mild subtropical climate has created ideal living conditions for all categories of people: couples with babies, the elderly, as well as those suffering from heart disease, blood pressure and asthma – absolutely everyone is comfortable here.
In summer, the air temperature is quite high, but due to the level of humidity and the cold Canary current, the heat is quite gentle, the heat is easily tolerated. In winter, there is never snow here (except in the mountains and on the top of the Teide volcano) and severe frosts.
Air temperature in Tenerife in February
The average day and night temperature in Tenerife in February is +15.7 °C and +12.5 °C, respectively. Evening walks invigorate, so stock up on warm clothes. In the southern regions of the island, the temperature is several degrees higher than in the northern ones.
Sea temperature in Tenerife in February
The average ocean water temperature is +19 °C. For children, this temperature is definitely not suitable, but some adults still risk plunging into the waves. The local beaches are never deserted, there are always a couple of bathers and a lot of sunbathers.
Precipitation
In February, the amount of rain is significantly reduced compared to autumn. So, 53.6 mm of precipitation falls per month. Tenerife has an average of two rainy days at the end of winter.
Sunny, cloudy, overcast days
It cannot be said that it is clear all month on the island, but still there are definitely more sunny days here than gloomy ones. Their number is 46% (13 days). Part of cloudy days occupies 32%, cloudy – 21%.
Beach holidays in Tenerife
Feature of the “Islands of Eternal Spring” – spacious and well-equipped beaches, and their highlight – black sand of volcanic origin. There are so many swimming areas here that everyone can find a suitable place based on their individual preferences. Outdoor enthusiasts, connoisseurs of solitude and tranquility, “savages” and even nudists – in Tenerife there is a beach for everyone.
All beaches of the island are free, but this does not apply to additional services, so be prepared to pay for renting umbrellas, sun loungers and the opportunity to enjoy other benefits of civilization. Almost all beaches have a well-developed infrastructure (except, of course, areas for “wild” recreation), and offer a lot of entertainment for every taste.
Southern part of the island
The best beaches of the resort are located in the southern part of the island, where most of the tourists come. It is much warmer and less windy here, so there are no strong waves on the sea (a big plus for families with children). In addition, there are beaches with white imported sand (in Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos), which is also liked by many people, because black sand stains swimwear.
Many southern beaches have playgrounds and attractions (Playa de La Pinta in Playa de Las Americas and Playa de Los Cristianos).
North Tenerife
As for the northern regions, because of the cold winds, not only the sea warms up slightly, but it also constantly storms. However, if these places for swimming are not suitable for children, then surfers and windsurfers are just right. In addition, this part of the island is much more picturesque than the south, as frequent rains contribute to the lush growth of green spaces. We can safely say that the north has the most beautiful flora in all of Tenerife. There are also many open-air pools, where swimming is much safer than in the open ocean.
The best beaches in the north are located in Bajamar and Punta del Hidalgo. The most sparsely populated and at the same time the most exotic are the territories of Los Patos. Here is incredibly beautiful black sand, merging with dark blue waters. This is a completely “wild” place where you can fully feel the unity with nature.
For a family holiday, you should choose the beaches in the south of Tenerife. This part of the island is warm, sunny and almost windless. In addition, it is in the southern regions that the beaches with the most developed infrastructure and a large number of various entertainments are located. The disadvantage of the northern region is bad weather and lower temperatures. The beaches of the north are recommended for surfers, as well as for lovers of “savage” relaxation.
Excursion holidays in Tenerife
The number of local attractions is so great that tourists even get lost when choosing must-see places. There are a lot of interesting things in Tenerife, but there is too little time for excursions. Before the trip, plan your walks: you can climb to the top of the Teide, go on a mini-hike in the mountains, walk through the Botanical Garden and laurel forests, visit museums and local basilicas … You just can’t count all the options!
Entertainment in Tenerife for children and adults
Teide National Park
The real pearl of Tenerife is the Teide National Park, which is built around the volcano of the same name. Teide is the highest point in Spain and stretches upwards for more than 3500 m. Tourists love to meet the sunrise here and say that this is just an unforgettable sight.
In the park, you can see volcanic bombs and lava remnants that have taken bizarre shapes. The largest formation, called the Finger of God, is considered to be one of the symbols of Spain. In early February, the weather is conducive both to walks in the park and to climbing to the top of the volcano. There are several ways to climb: on foot, by car or by funicular.
Güimar Pyramids
Not only Egypt is famous for its pyramids – Tenerife also has a similar curiosity of ancient architecture. The pyramids are located in the village of the same name in the southeastern part of the island. The origin of such an unusual structure is still not known for certain, scientists put forward several versions, but so far they have not agreed on a common opinion. The mystery of the creation of the pyramids of Guimar makes them even more mysterious and attractive to travelers.
An ethnological park has been created nearby, where a museum is dedicated to the research of Thor Heyerdahl (he was one of those who tried to unravel the mystery of the origin of the Guimar pyramids).
The seismic origin of the island is its unique feature. In addition to the dormant Teide volcano, Tenerife has many lava caves, the most famous of which is Cuevo del Viento, which means “Wind Cave”. Visitors can see underground lakes, stalactites, side terraces. The cave is located in the north of the island, where at the end of February it is windy, rainy and not hot, so take a warm sweater or windbreaker on the tour.
The island is famous not only for its natural attractions. There are just a huge number of places from which children of all ages will be delighted. The most popular family holiday destinations are:
Loro Parque (“Parrot Park”)
Monkey Park
Eagles Park
Siam Park Water Entertainment Center
Aqualand Water Park
Holidays, events, festivals
Canarians are very fond of having fun and celebrating something, so there are more holidays a year on the Island of Eternal Spring than in all of Spain. Holidays in Tenerife in February are local, taking place only in some provinces, and massive – these are spectacular shows that bring together not only all the islanders, but also foreign guests, as well as Spaniards from other regions.
The main event of February is the capital carnival in Santa Cruz . Its program is so extensive that the holiday lasts a whole month. The highlight of the carnival is the costume procession, at the beginning of which the queen is chosen. Throughout the month, entertainment events, exhibitions, and concerts take place on the streets of Santa Cruz and other large settlements of the island.
The end of the holiday is also very spectacular – traditionally the islanders organize “Sardine Funeral” by burning a huge cardboard effigy of the hero of the occasion. After the burning, a night extravaganza begins with music and dancing until the morning.
February 2 is a big holiday for the religious part of the population. This day is celebrated Day of Our Lady of Candelaria . Hundreds of pilgrims come to the city to take part in solemn services.
Holiday prices in February
Holidays in the Canary Islands can hardly be called budget, but in winter tourists save a little on the trip. In the summer, during the holiday season and school holidays, when you can comfortably swim in the ocean, much more people come here, so during this period, tour operators increase the cost of their services. Prices in Tenerife in February are lower than at other times of the year.
Airfare
February is the cheapest month for travelers compared to January and March. At the end of winter, passengers pay 13% less for flights than in January. At the beginning of spring, the price rises by 9% compared to February prices.
Accommodation
In the same way as with the flight, it is the same with the prices of accommodation. In January, the owners of local hotels charge 5% more per room than in the last month of winter. In March, guests pay 17% more than in February. The average cost of living in January is 110 euros, in February – 104 euros, and with the advent of spring it rises to 126 euros.
The best hotels in Tenerife for families
Meals and transfers
Even if you stay in a hotel with an all inclusive program, be sure to visit local restaurants to get acquainted with Spanish and Canarian cuisine. The cost of lunch in a middle-class cafe costs visitors about 15-25 euros. But in a restaurant, prices for the same set of dishes can reach 70 euros.
TITSA buses run around the island. Fares directly depend on the duration of the route, on average it is 2-10 euros. Comfort lovers can order a taxi. Usually a kilometer of the way costs 1 euro, landing – within 3 euros. Night and country trips are more expensive.
How to dress in Tenerife
Despite the fact that it is not cold in Tenerife throughout the year, warm clothes in February will still not hurt you, especially if you have chosen a vacation in the northern part of the island. It gets especially cool in the evening when the thermometer drops a few degrees.
Your suitcase should include a windbreaker, jeans, a warm sweater, and closed, practical shoes that will be comfortable to climb the Teide and walk along the mountain paths. Summer clothes are useful for daytime walks and beach holidays. Shorts, T-shirts and light sundresses are a great option for warm winter days in Tenerife.
Holidays with children in Tenerife: author’s description Kidpassage
Recommendations for families with children
It is comfortable to visit the island at any time of the year, winter is no exception. The weather conditions are ideal for children, as there is neither extreme heat nor severe cold. True, swimming in February will not work, but you can always take the children to the water park or swim in the pools. In addition, even if you exclude a beach holiday, Tenerife has many interesting places and activities that children will love and leave an unforgettable experience.
If you are focused exclusively on a beach holiday, then it is better to come with children in April-November, when the water temperature is ideal for swimming. In general, at any time of the year on the island there is optimal weather for a family holiday. A huge plus is the variety of the excursion program: here you can find entertainment for children of all ages.
After visiting Tenerife, tourists have only pleasant impressions and unforgettable emotions. To share them a little with your friends and family, bring them presents from your vacation, and Kidpassage’s article “What to bring from Spain as a gift: 31 souvenirs from the birthplace of flamenco and bullfighting” will help you make your choice. Buying a February tour in Tenerife is a great opportunity to change your boring down jacket for a summer T-shirt at least for a while and thus give yourself a few warm days in the middle of winter.
Weather in Tenerife in February. Sea water temperature in February. Weather by months.
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January
February
March
Average temperature during the day
+16°C
+16°C
+17°C
Average temperature at night
+13°C
+12°C
+12°C
Sea water temperature
+20°C
+19°C
+19°C
Number of sunny days
17 days
15 days
19 days
Day length
10. 4 – 10.8 hours
10.9 – 11.6 hours
11.6 – 12.4 hours
Number of rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Rainfall
26.6 mm
40.6 mm
28.9 mm
Average wind speed
4.6 m / s
4.9 m / s
4.6 m / s
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About the weather in Tenerife
February on the “island of eternal spring”, Tenerife, will be a great choice for those who want to unwind and relax inexpensively on the ocean. It would be impossible to call the weather warm in the last winter month – the daily air temperature here fluctuates between +12°С and +20°С. At the same time, the weather on different coasts of the island can be slightly different: as a rule, it is slightly cooler in the north than on the south coast. From time to time in February cold piercing winds blow (more often in the afternoon), but when the sun is shining, some tourists swim (the water is warmed up to +20-21°C). In general, February is not stable – cloudy days with drizzling rain here are replaced by sunny clear days. That is why you need to take both shorts and swimwear, as well as jackets, trousers and sweaters on vacation – they will be especially useful when climbing the Teide volcano.
February is perfect for exploring the beauties of the island. The island is evergreen, so winter landscapes here are practically no different from summer ones. In addition, the parks of the island will also delight: Monkey Park, Cactus Park, Loro Park bird park, Jungle Park eagle nursery. The architectural heritage of the island is not as rich as the natural one, but the capital of the island, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, will win you over with its cozy streets and basilicas.
An alternative to swimming in the ocean in February is a trip to Siam Park. This park is open all year round and during the winter months the water in the rides and pools is heated to a comfortable temperature.
On your February trip to Tenerife, the Santa Cruz Carnaval, Europe’s largest carnival, is a must-see for a week of colorful madness and chaos with parades of 20,000 dancers and musicians, wild parties and hundreds of thousands of tourists and locals walking in flashy outfits. The most interesting events are held in the capital and Puerto de la Cruz, a tourist town on the northern coast of the island.
The Carnival ends with the “Burial of the Sardine”. The procession, during which a huge sardine made of papier-mâché, fabric and cardboard is first carried around the city and then burned, is something like a symbolic rite of purification that allows residents to be reborn and begin to live from scratch and with renewed vigor.
Air temperature in Tenerife in February
The graph below provides detailed information about the daytime and nighttime temperatures in Tenerife in February.
Select the year you are interested in to see daily temperatures in February for that year.
The average air temperature in February over the past 5 years is 15.9°C during the day and 12.2°C at night.
To get data on the air temperature in Tenerife for other months, go to the “Weather by months” section.
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Sea temperature in Tenerife in February
The graph below provides detailed information about the water temperature in Tenerife in February.
Select the year you are interested in to see daily temperatures in February for that year.
The average sea temperature in Tenerife in February for the last 5 years is 19.1°C.
To get water temperature data for other months, go to the “Weather by months” section.
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Sunny days in Tenerife in February
The graph below shows the number of sunny, cloudy and overcast days you can expect in Tenerife in February.
The forecast is based on information about the weather in this resort, collected over the past five years.
However, such a forecast cannot be accurate and should only serve as a rough guide.
Rainy days in Tenerife in February
The graph below shows the probability of precipitation of varying strengths in Tenerife in February.
The forecast is based on rainfall information for this resort collected over the past five years.
However, such a forecast cannot be accurate and should only serve as a rough guide.
Windy days in Tenerife in February
The chart below shows information on how strong the wind can be in Tenerife in February.
The forecast is based on information about the strength of the wind at this resort, collected over the past five years.
However, such a forecast cannot be accurate and should only serve as a rough guide.
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WARMEST MONTH
August
Average daytime temperature:
+26°C
Maximum:
+34°C
Minimum:
+14°C
WARMEST WATER IN THE SEA
September
Average water temperature:
+24°C
Maximum:
+26°C
Minimum:
+23°C
THE MOST SUNNY MONTH
July
Number of sunny days:
29 days
Average cloudy:
9. 1%
Day length:
13:43
DRIEST MONTH
May
Probability of rain:
0.0%
Monthly precipitation:
11.5mm
Average cloudiness :
23.3%
Weather in Tenerife in February 2022-2021 🌊 and water temperature at “365 Celsius”
According to our rating system, which is confirmed by the reviews of tourists who have visited Spain, the weather is not very good in Tenerife in February, this month’s rating is 3.7 out of five.
Temperature in Tenerife in February
Average temperature during the day:
+18.0°C
Average temperature at night:
+14.6°C
Sea water temperature:
+18. 9°C
Number of sunny days:
19 days
Rainy days: Rainfall:
2 days 25.8 mm
Monthly weather comparison in Tenerife Water temperature in Spain in February
Should I go on vacation in February?
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The climate is unfavorable, there are few tourists. According to our data, the weather in Tenerife in February and the water temperature is not very good. At this time, the cold sea with an average temperature of +18.9°C There is practically no rain, about 2 days per month, 25.8 mm of precipitation falls. Sunny weather lasts at least 19 days. According to the reviews of tourists who have visited Spain, it is worth going on vacation to Tenerife in February.
Please note:
Tenerife weather in January:
rating 3.7 (out of 5),
air +19.5°C , sea: +19.8°C,
rain 0 days
Tenerife weather in March:
rating 3.7 (out of 5),
air +18.8°C , sea: +18.5°C,
rain 0 days
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Tenerife water temperature in February
Weather forecast and sea water temperature in Tenerife in February ranges from +18. 5°C to +19.4°C. At its lows, it can be considered not comfortable for swimming adults and children. In the previous month, the sea is warmer by about 0.9°C. The next month the water is 0.4°C colder. In February, according to tourists in Tenerife, the climate is not very suitable for recreation, also due to the uncomfortable temperature of the water in the sea almost anywhere in Spain.
Rating, rainy days and precipitation in February and other months.
The rating in a period of five months fluctuates from 3.7 to 4.0 points. The number of rainy days in February is 2, and it ranks 1st for this indicator for the year. Precipitation is 25.8 mm, which is the 6th place among all months. At the same time, in the previous period, 2.3 mm more rains, in the next month, 13.5 mm less. The weather in Tenerife in February in the first and second half of the month is shown in the summary table for 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 years.
Wind speed
The average speed in February is 5. 3 m/s with maximum wind gusts up to 7.2 m/s.
Climate summary
Day
Day air temperature
Water temperature
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+18.8°C
+19.1°C
2
+18.8°C
+19. 4°C
3
+18.9°C
+19.1°C
4
+19.6°C
+19.4°C
5
+21. 1°C
+19.1°C
6
+20.2°C
+19.2°C
7
+18.1°C
+19.1°C
8
+18. 9°C
+19.0°C
9
+19.1°C
+19.0°C
10
+17.1°C
+19.0°C
11
+18. 6°C
+19.0°C
12
+19.1°C
+19.3°C
13
+20.3°C
+19.1°C
14
+21. 3°C
+19.4°C
15
+14.6°C
+19.3°C
16
+15.9°C
+18.7°C
17
+17. 6°C
+19.0°C
18
+17.6°C
+18.7°C
19
+17.4°C
+18.6°C
20
+18. 4°C
+18.8°C
21
+18.3°C
+18.8°C
22
+17.7°C
+18.8°C
23
+17. 9°C
+18.8°C
24
+16.8°C
+18.5°C
25
+17.9°C
+18.7°C
26
+17. 8°C
+18.7°C
27
+18.7°C
+18.7°C
28
+18.2°C
+18.6°C
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+22°
Feeling: +22°C
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Precipitation: 0%
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Weather on the island of Tenerife in February
Tenerife is one of the seven Canary Islands located in the Atlantic Ocean. Thanks to my comfortable climatic conditions Tenerife has received the name of the island of eternal spring. Throughout almost the whole year, warm days prevail here.
Comfortable conditions await tourists almost twelve months a year. Of course, there are also minor seasonal changes in the weather.
In February, Tenerife attracts tourists with its colorful carnival , so many people are interested in the weather conditions on the island at this time of the year.
Several factors influence the climatic conditions of the island. So, thanks to the warm trade winds blowing from the northeastern part of the ocean, Tenerife, even on hot days, is covered with a moist ocean breeze that brings freshness. Limits rainfall and moderates the heat of the Canary Current, characterized by low temperatures.
Due to the almost constant anticyclone located near the Azores, sunny days are a frequent occurrence in Tenerife even in February.
The mountain range protects the southern part of Tenerife from cold air masses.
Let’s look at the places and answer what to see in Tenerife? Mountains, rocks, sea!
In this article, read about the Canary Islands in general.
Will you be in Madrid? Read about the subway, the best way to get around the city.
Ocean and air temperature in Tenerife in February
On this island, February is almost the coldest month of the year from unstable weather conditions . Of course, one cannot compare the degree of weather instability with the domestic climate. The temperature difference between the coldest and warmest months is only 5–6 degrees. In general, the island is dominated by a slightly humid climate with a stable average daily temperature.
On average, ocean temperature fluctuates between 19-20 degrees.
It is worth noting that throughout the year the water does not warm up much and rarely exceeds 24 degrees. For most tourists, February temperatures are considered comfortable for swimming. For lovers of warmer water in hotels there are heated pools.
On cloudy days, the average air temperature fluctuates between 24-25 degrees, rarely on sunny days it can rise up to 32 degrees. You can sunbathe in Tenerife at any time of the year and even in cloudy weather. Fortunately, the island rarely has days of sweltering heat.
At night, the air temperature can drop to 15 degrees. It is worth noting that the ocean rarely cools down to night air temperature.
Since the size of the island is relatively small, the temperature indicators in its southern and northern parts practically do not differ.
February climate in Tenerife – video
Let’s see how beautiful it is in February on the Tenerife beach despite the wind and cloudiness. What can you do at this time of the year to make the most of your vacation?
Weather conditions on the island of Tenerife in February
Often, February is characterized by a small number of sunny and clear days, most often in the sky there is variable cloudiness , but the clouds quickly appear and just as quickly disappear from the horizon. Occasionally there are windy days. A couple of times a month there are slight precipitations. It is noteworthy that there are no heavy rainy seasons here, as in many other resorts.
Conventionally, Tenerife can be divided into up to thirty different microclimatic zones, differing in insignificant indicators. For example, if the southwestern part of the island is drier and warmer, then the north is slightly cooler and more humid. If you make an ascent to the top of the Teide volcano, then in general you can come across snowdrifts.
Due to the changeable weather this month there is a decrease in the number of tourists. Most often, lovers of a hot climate refuse to come to Tenerife at the end of winter.
Russian tourists who are tired of the frosty winter will like this comfortable climate. Due to the decrease in the flow of tourists to the island in February, the cost of vouchers is reduced and there are more chances to get an affordable vacation in comfortable conditions.
Compared to other Spanish resorts, the climate of Tenerife is much milder and warmer .
In February, the best weather conditions are established for surfing and diving and for traveling to the sights of the island.
In general, the weather conditions in Tenerife are so mild and comfortable that they do not require an additional period of adaptation and acclimatization.
Going to rest on the island, you don’t have to worry that your vacation will be spoiled due to changeable weather, but it’s better to stock up on warm clothes in case of chilly evenings.
Also check the weather in Tenerife in March, not a bad time to visit the island.
And of course, do not forget about the airport, http://suntraveling.ru/ispaniya/kanarski-ostrova/kanarskie-ostrova-aeroport-severnyiy-i-yuzhnyiy.html it is not possible to get lost, but still study the map.
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+14°C
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+16°C
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+19°C
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October
+18°C
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November
+16°C
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December
+14°C
+19°C
According to our observations, as well as reviews of tourists who visited Spain, we can say that the weather in Kemer in September is expected to be quite good. The average daily air temperature in February is 15.6 °C, while the temperature of the water in the sea will be 19.1 °C.
Weather in February
Average temperature during the day Average temperature at night
+15.6 °C +11.9 °C
Sea water temperature
+19.1 °C
Number of sunny days Length of daylight hours
8 days 11 hours 12 minutes
Rainy days Rainfall
2 days 37 mm
Average wind speed
20.8 m/s
Is it worth going to Tenerife for a holiday in February?
Comfort
51. 9%
Taking into account all available data on the weather in Tenerife in February (air and water temperature, amount and intensity of rains, cloudiness, day length and wind strength), we calculated the level of comfort at this resort, which amounted to 51.9 %. Please also note that the comfort level in March will be higher and will be 57.2 %
Comfort level by months
On the graph below you can see the comfort level in Tenerife calculated by us for each month. The most comfortable months for a holiday in Tenerife are September, July and June. Months with the minimum level of comfort are March, January and February.
Tenerife weather comparison by months
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Air temperature in Tenerife in February
February is the coldest month in Tenerife. During the day, the air temperature in February ranges from 12.5°C to 17.8°C, at night from 10.1°C to 10.1°C, respectively. The mean air temperature is 15.6 °C during the day, and 11.9 °C at night. The difference between daytime and nighttime air temperatures reaches an average of 3.7°C per month.
Tenerife water temperature in February
Tenerife water can be chilly in February. The water temperature in the sea does not fall below 18.8°C, while the maximum figure can reach 19.5°C. The average water temperature in February is 19.1 °C, which is 0.8°C lower than in January and 0.5°C higher than in March.
Rainy days and precipitation in February
On average, Tenerife receives 37 mm of precipitation in February, with about 2 rainy days as a rule. According to our observations and hysmeteo data, the probability of rainy weather is 5.9 %. In this case, most often it will be a light drizzle.
Sunny, cloudy and cloudy days
In Tenerife in February there are usually about 8 sunny, 14 cloudy and 6 cloudy days. The day length (from dawn to dusk) is 11 hours and 12 minutes. The number of hours of sunshine when the sun’s rays reach the earth’s surface, taking into account the average cloud cover for the month, is 6 hours and 28 minutes per day.
Wind in Tenerife in February
The graph below shows the probability of winds of different strengths during the month. At the same time, the average wind speed in Tenerife in February is 20.8 m/s, which makes it one of the windiest months of the year.
Weather in February in other resorts in Spain
We bring to your attention a summary of the weather in other popular resorts in Spain in February. Select the resort you are interested in to get more detailed information.
Every traveler will be able to make a good purchase in La Palma. You can easily purchase clothing and shoes from well-known brands here, as well as local authentic souvenirs. We have to point out, that you won’t be able to take back home unique black volcanic sand, its export from the island is forbidden. Have you noticed a beautiful plant while traveling through La Palma and want to plant the same one in your own garden? Then take a picture of this curiosity and visit the nearest shop for gardeners and look for the one that has already sprouted. You won’t be able to export the flower you’ve picked anyway. Fortunately, you can buy local plants in some department stores, in chains like Hiper Dino and Spanish Style.
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Basically, small sprouts of dragon tree, cactuses, bougainvillea, oleander, aloe or yucca can become a great present for a friend or a relative. Fortunately, they are not that expensive. By the way, the aforementioned Hiper Dino – is one of few store chains that is open on weekends. It’s better to go shopping on weekdays. And remember about siesta! Generally, you can find goods from all famous brands on the island at a good price. It is due to a tricky tax legislation, which makes the selling of any goods in La Palma and Canary Islands more profitable then in mainland Spain. So don’t worry, you’ll find something for your taste in local shops.
Make sure to ask sellers about duty-free. Sale seasons here are in line with European. Don’t forget that you can bargain in shops and at markets. Don’t be too persistent – smile and courtesy will help you communicate with even the most stubborn seller. Pay attention not only to branded clothing and shoes, but also electronics, household appliances and jewellery, because prices for them in La Palma can be very attractive. There is a large assortment of leather craftsmen products. Bags, shoes, belts of good quality and with traditional embroideries can be purchased in many souvenir shops. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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Women can pay close attention to aloe cosmetics. It should be purchased in specialized shops only, there is a high risk of buying a counterfeit product at the street markets. Do you want to bring home something practical but at the same time with island color? Then visit the small shops, where local craftsmen are trading. La Palma is famous for its lace. Unique tablecloths, bed sheets, towels, pillowcases will add an island mood to your interiors. Bowls, mugs, pitchers and vases with traditional ornament will also become a beautiful and useful souvenir. As a house decoration you can buy wooden and stone statuettes and even wicker furniture. Fashionistas can look into olivine jewellery and pearls. With pearls in La Palma they can make you any jewellery masterpiece, based on your sketch and for a moderate price.
Foodies should not miss a jam or juice made of prickly pear. Delicious, wholesome and very original. And what’s also important – very affordable. In any supermarket the smallest jar of cactus jam can be bought for a couple of euros. Do you like exotic fruits? Then you should look for nispero, kiwano or canarian bananas. Make sure to purchase a couple of jars of red and green mojo sauce, the actual symbol of island’s cuisine. Palm and flower honey will also be a good purchase, it has a unique taste due to the unusual local flora. Amazing wines, banana liquor, rum and beer of La Palma should definitely be purchased. But keep in mind that in the airport you’ll have to present an invoice for each purchased bottle.
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In Madrid, you can do good shopping in several areas, depending on the purpose and budget. Shopping streets start from the central city square. There are also numerous shops of local craftsmen with traditional souvenirs. Among the most amazing shopping centers of the capital, it’s worth noting Plenilunio, Principe Pio and Moda Shopping. There you can buy inexpensive clothing from the world famous Spanish and foreign brands. Products of elite brands can be searched in the most prestigious area of the city, Salamanca. Excellent shopping for everyone is waiting for tourists in the Gran Vía area. And in Cuatro Caminos you can buy exclusive fabrics and even order an outfit.
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Al.ive Body Wash & Lotion Duo + Tray – Mango & Lychee
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The 10 Best Gift & Specialty Shops in La Palma, Canary Islands
The 10 Best Gift & Specialty Shops in La Palma, Canary Islands
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May 6, 2022 Enriqueta Cusson
La Palma is a pristine paradise, set against a backdrop of volcanic landscape. Perhaps the best way to experience La Palma’s rugged beauty is a hike through the Caldera de Taburiente National Park or the narrow gorges of Los Tilos. The cool waters of natural swimming hole Charco Azul beckon on a steamy day. The dark sands of Playa Nueva are great for sunbathing and cat naps.
Restaurants in La Palma
1. El roque fuerteventura
El roque, Puntagorda, La Palma Spain
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2. Sunglass Island
Avenida de Carlos F Lorenzo Navarro 42B, 38760, Los Llanos de Aridane, La Palma Spain +34 922 40 19 83 [email protected]
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SUNGLASS ISLAND nace en la isla de La Palma en 2009 como una alternativa independiente a la etiqueta de gafas de marca y a la optica tradicional. Nuestra filosofia es evadirnos de los criterios comerciales y ofrecer un producto unico y diferente, resultado de la investigacion e innovacion de los mas importantes creadores y disenadores de gafas. Nuestros clientes se definen por una identificacion con el estilo, con un alto grado de personalidad y con exigentes inquietudes esteticas.
3. Tilos’shop
Calle Tilos s/n, 38720, San Andres y Sauces, La Palma Spain +34 653 42 29 09 http://www.facebook.com/lostilosshop
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Little shop of local products, art and souvenirs in the middle of Biosfere World Research of Los Tilos
4. Multibazar Anisha
Centro Cancajos Local 206/Ext, 38712 Brena Baja, La Palma Spain +34 922 18 10 07 https://www. facebook.com/Multibazar-Anisha-588216177898189/
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5. Mi Ventita
Carretera de San Nicolas 41, 38758 El Paso, La Palma Spain +34 922 48 68 00 [email protected] http://miventita.jimdofree.com/
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Neighborhood shop specializing in German and Oriental products. We have variety of Sausages, German liqueurs, Sauces, rice dishes, oriental algae, etc. we are expanding assortment according to customer needs.
6. La Molina Artesania
Calle Daly No 17, 38700 Santa Cruz de la Palma, La Palma Spain +34 922 41 02 68 [email protected] http://www. lamolinartesania.com/
Thematic Tobacco Shop We want to invite you to live “an extraordinary experience”. We want you to take something more than our products: a pleasant memory and a much clearer idea of how a Puros Palmeros Artesanos workshop works.
8. Nueva Vida
Calle del Medio 4, 38760, Los Llanos de Aridane, La Palma Spain +34 669 19 90 11 [email protected] http://www. lapalma-mode.com
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Finest Greenfashion made of hemp, linen, silk, bamboo and organic cotton. Fresh and young collections in unusual colours and ageless styles for all sizes. Also for men. If you want to find beautiful colours for a perfect outfit we offer professional colour coaching. We are looking forward attending you.
9. Artefuego
Plaza Sotomayor 29, 38768, Los Llanos de Aridane, La Palma Spain +34 699 74 51 53 [email protected] http://www.artefuego.com
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4.0 based on 10 reviews
10. Surcos de La Palma
Calle Anselmo Perez de Brito 36, 38700 Santa Cruz de la Palma, La Palma Spain +34 650 40 00 09 [email protected] https://www. facebook.com/surcosdelapalma/
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Things to do in La Palma, California
Main Street of old Downtown La Palma speaks to once what was and what could be once again. As La Palma the community gathers, it leaves a pocket of opportunity for small business owners to come in and set up shop.Take a few minutes to explore what each downtown has to offer by viewing our directory below.
Downtown La Palma shopping is better than online shopping so that you can touch, feel, smell and taste as an experience with an item before deciding to purchase it for yourself or as a gift. Local merchants have hand selected their inventory to provide a unique selection for your downtown.
Downtown La Palma keeps your pets fed, groomed, clothed and entertained with a wide assortment of ts.s available online and in-store. Does your dog need a bit of training? Check with us for great referrals to dog walkers, trainers and veterinarians who can work with your pets.
Downtown La Palma offers on-the-go dining when you visit your favorite food truck. Pick up some corn tortilla tacos with freshly made pico with a fresh squeeze of lemon to give your day a boost. Food trucks can offer a wide variety of niche ethnic blends.
Downtown La Palma has that special dining venue and you are sure to find something to please with numerous meals served to satisfy each palette. A wide variety of restaurants and delis are available to choose from with a nice selection of entrees and especially desserts.
Why do you love downtown?
Sandy saltzer Great shopping
Kristin Miller Things you can’t find anywhere else
Cathrine Sutton Cute shops
Dawnmarie Hatfield We love supporting local businesses wherever we visit.
Tracy Hart Just purchased a home nearby and am looking forward to shopping in the area
Restaurants in La Palma, California
Downtown La Palma Hotels
Finding the best hotel in Downtown
La Palma
can make or break the experience of your entire trip. Take a few minutes to explore what each hotel has to offer by viewing our directory below. Here are some tips to consider:
Bring an actual credit card to avoid deposits and pre-authorizations consuming money in your checking account which will reduce your available balance. Hotels that accept paper cash often ask for a hefty deposit to cover potential damages in your room leaving you scrambling to find an ATM.
Policies vary on the availability of pet friendly rooms to it is wise to be open, honest and upfront during the booking process. You may find yourself kicked out or even paying a large deposit if you are not in a pet-friendly hotel and bring one anyway. New ADA laws are fuzzy though as service animals are not required to be documented and proprietors are legally not allowed to ask if the animal is a pet vs. a service animal.
Call ahead to make sure your reservation is still active and rebook if there are any price drops or changes in number of people staying with you. Another cost saving tips is to bundle the stay with airport parking and shuttle to avoid hefty fees.
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Welcome to Duty Free Information, your hub for information on all the duty free and luxury shopping available at the world’s leading airports. Here you will find all the information you need for La Palma Airport Duty Free shopping.
About La Palma Airport (SPC)
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IATA/ICAO Code:
SPC/GCLA
Address:
Ctra.La Bajita, s/n, 38738 Villa de Mazo, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
City:
Santa Cruz De La Palma
Country:
Spain
Phone:
+34 902 40 47 04
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http://www. aena.es/en/la-palma-airport/
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La Palma Airport (SPC) Arrivals
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28.62649918, -17.75559998
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La Palma Airport (IATA: SPC, ICAO: GCLA), is an airport serving the Santa Cruz De La Palma area in Spain. Scroll down or click here to see what La Palma Airport shops, bars, restaurants, cafes, and facilities we have in our Duty Free Information 2022 Database. Currently in our database we have information on 5 shops, 2 cafes, and 2 restaurants at La Palma Airport. If you believe this data is out of date or incorrect in any way, please contact us and we will get our team of researchers to correct our data.
La Palma Airport (IATA: SPC, ICAO: GCLA) is an airport located in Breña Baja and Villa de Mazo, 8 km (5.0 mi) south of the city of Santa Cruz de La Palma on La Palma in the Canary Islands. It is operated by Aeropuertos Españoles y Navegación Aérea (AENA), who operate the majority of civil airports in Spain. The airport is served mainly by Binter Canarias and CanaryFly with island-hopping flights from Tenerife and Gran Canaria. In 2015, the airport had 971,676 passengers in the 15,800 operations handled. Cargo traffic totalled 565 tonnes.
How far away is La Palma Airport from from the centre of Santa Cruz De La Palma?
It takes approximately 11 mins to drive the 5.6 mi (9 kilometres) between the centre of Santa Cruz De La Palma and La Palma Airport, making it accessible enough to facilitate and accommodate any travel plans. Make sure you arrive in time to take the opportunity to explore the duty-free shopping opportunities located inside SPC airport, where you can purchase exclusive perfumes and colognes, cigarattes, alcohol, food items, confectionery, and souvenirs from Spain.
What are the parking options at La Palma Airport?
External parking options are available. Don’t forget that you can also opt to leave your car at home, thanks to the many public transportation alternatives that can take you to and from La Palma Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Duty free shopping is when you can purchase goods that have had the duty/tax (usually taxes like import, VAT, and sales tax) waivered by the government, therefore reducing the prices that you would normally expect to pay in a standard shop or website. Duty free shops are usually found at airports or sea terminals, but you can also sometimes purchase duty free goods during international flights or on cruises.
Anyone travelling internationally (between two different countries) is eligible to purchase duty free items.
The term ‘duty’ refers to the tax that you pay if you bring a product from one country to another. i.e. if you bought some perfume in the United Kingdom, and then flew to Germany you might have to pay tax in both countries. Most governments do not charge the duty on products bought when you are leaving that country, which means that the customer doesn’t have to pay the tax twice. This usually only applies when you are leaving the country, i.e. it is for export purposes only.
As the price for items bought in duty free shops often have the duty taken off the RRP, it can make them a lot cheaper than if you bought the goods in a normal shop. However, there are usually limits on how much you can buy on your trip, and these limits will vary from country to country, and also vary from item to item (i.e. there will be different limits on alcohol and cigarettes).
The most popular items in duty free shops are usually the products that are most heavily taxed, i.e. alcohol, perfumes, and tobacco. Duty free inventories will vary from country to country, and also from airport to airport. In larger airports, you may even find different prices in the numerous shops – remember it’s always best to shop around! Make sure you check our database to see all the shops at each airport, and then you can invesigate the prices at each one.
Sadly, you can’t just turn up at a duty free shop with several empty suitcases and fill them up with goodies! Restrictions will be in place, and these can vary from country to country. You will only be allowed to buy certain amounts of different types of products. Tobacco, alcohol, and perfumes are usually the products that are most likely to be subject to the stricter allowances. Make sure you check whilst purchasing, or else you run the risk of your items being confiscated upon arrival at your destination’s customs.
No. Duty free is only available to travellers who are flying from one country to another country.
Yes. Many duty free shops will allow you to pre-order any purchases online before your journey. You will need your boarding pass and passport when you pick the items up from the airport shop.
What is there to do upon arrival at La Palma Airport?
Once you arrive at the airport, you have the option to fuel up for your journey ahead by grabbing a bite to eat at any of the 4 available restaurants and cafes, or why not head straight for the duty-free shopping opportunities at the 5 different shops around La Palma Airport? Get a last-minute gift for a loved one, or spoil yourself with a well-deserved souvenir from your trip.
Duty Free Allowance at La Palma Airport
If you are travelling to Spain from a country within the EU, then you can bring in an unlimited amount of goods that you have bought in that country as long as the price you paid included tax and the goods are for your own personal use (this also includes items that you intend to be gifts).
What are the limits on duty free cigarettes/alcohol at La Palma Airport from inside the EU
Despite there not being a limit on the amount of alcoholic and tobacco goods that you can bring in from a country in the EU, if you have goods that are more than the following guidelines, then there is a good chance that you will be questioned by a Customs Officer about what you intend to do with the goods:
800 cigarettes, 200 cigars, or 1 kg of tobacco
110 litres of beer
10 litres of spirits
90 litres of wine
20 litres of fortified wine
What are the limits on duty free cigarettes/alcohol at La Palma Airport from outside the EU
If you are entering Spain from a country outside of the EU, then your allowance changes to the amounts listed below. Again, these must be for your own personal use. If you intend to sell the goods or if you go over these allowances, then you may have to pay duty and/or tax).
200 cigarettes, 100 cigarillos, 50 cigars, or 250g of tobacco
4 litres of still wine
1 litre of alcohol over 22% volume or 2 litres of alcohol less than 22% volume
16 litres of beer
up to £390 worth of all other goods
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Shopping in La Palma. Going shopping
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The charming island will delight travelers with a variety of original shops and markets. Mercadillo del Agricultor de Puntagorda remains one of the most popular among tourists. In this covered market, you can buy the most popular national products, they sell wonderful farm cheese, confectionery, exotic fruits, and a lot of popular national delicacies. Small tables are set right on the territory of the market, so you can try delicacies without leaving the counter. Many tourists come here specifically to taste the fresh cane juice.
Among the three hundred restaurants and cafes of La Palma, connoisseurs of various culinary trends will be able to choose the right institution. The Deliciosa Marta restaurant is famous not only for its impeccable menu, but also for its stylish … Open
In the capital of the island, you can visit the interesting store La Molina Artesania, which also features a variety of national delicacies and souvenirs. Here they sell cookies popular on the island in beautiful packages, various canned foods, all kinds of cheese and tea. The store also has a large selection of handicrafts by local artisans. They sell wonderful wicker baskets, hand-painted mugs, as well as porcelain home decorations.
For luxury sunglasses, head to Los Llanos de Aridane Sunglass Island Specialty Store. In this large store you can choose glasses for literally every taste. It sells both ultra-fashionable modern models and classic, professional sellers will help you choose an indispensable accessory in accordance with all preferences. In addition to glasses, they sell original models of watches, which are also sure to please modern fashionistas. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
La Palma is considered one of the most colorful Canary Islands. Travelers are attracted here not only by wonderful beaches, but also by a special colorful atmosphere. Despite the fact that every year … Open
Nearby is the popular Artefuego souvenir shop, which offers customers the most beautiful glass crafts. This store is combined with a workshop, so all its visitors will have the opportunity to watch the work of glassblowers. Here you can buy absolutely miniature glass crafts, and large luxurious vases, and craftsmen are always ready to make souvenirs to order. There is a small market next to the workshop, where it will be interesting to walk around in search of inexpensive clothes, exotic fruits and handmade jewelry.
In Mazo, travelers can visit the charming indoor market Mercadillo de Mazo. Despite its modest size, it is distinguished by a variety of goods. Here, too, you can always buy exotic fruits, or you can choose a beautiful tapestry from local artists. The market also sells high-quality and inexpensive leather goods, and women will definitely be pleased with a large selection of handmade jewelry and bijouterie.
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Those who expect to bring new stylish things from their trip should head to the city of Santa Cruz and take a walk along its busy central streets. Many popular European brands such as Different, Momu and Zara can be found here. In this city, shops of various specializations are presented, from sports to elite fashion boutiques. The 99 store, which is located near the Maritime Museum, is especially popular with travelers. It has very attractive prices. A distinctive feature of the city of Santa Cruz are numerous jewelry and souvenir shops, and here you can also visit several specialized shops that sell photographic equipment.
Inveterate dandies and fashionistas should definitely take a walk along the shopping streets of the city of Los Llanos, which also remains among the leaders of the island in terms of the variety of shops. This town is distinguished by an abundance of designer boutiques with poetic names, one of the most popular being El lagarto está llorando. It is worth heading here for a selection of new swimwear, beach accessories, bright fashionable outfits and jewelry. On the central shopping streets, you can visit attractive jewelry stores, as well as souvenir shops and craft workshops. The city of Los Llanos is one of the leaders of the island in terms of the number of outlets. Fans of gastronomic shopping will also find it interesting to take a walk here.
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Shopping in Spain
Barcelona has prepared a real gift for shopping lovers: from Monday to Friday on weekdays, a bus runs through the streets of the city, which takes tourists to the most iconic places for shopping. The length of the route is 5 kilometers, the ticket price is 10 euros. Most shops are located in the city center, on Passeig de Gracia you can find boutiques of famous Spanish brands – Zara, Massimo Dutti, Zara, Stradivarius with fairly affordable prices. On the same street there are shops of elite brands – Chanel, D&G, Yves Saint Laurent. One of the largest shopping centers in the capital of Catalonia is Diagonal Mar, which houses more than 150 stores of various brands, children’s areas, food courts. Shopping in the Raval and Gracia districts will be no less exciting, here you can find something vintage and exclusive.
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Murcia
The fair sex will be interested in visiting the Gloriaca store, which is located in a very beautiful historical building. This store sells colorful handbags in the national style, which are made in a local factory. On certain days, there are guided tours at the factory, so shopping can always be supplemented with an exciting event. Souvenir shop Chamba Un Mundo de … Open »
Alicante
A unique shopping and entertainment complex Panoramis Complex operates in Alicante. Visitors can relax and shop there around the clock. This mall houses clothing and accessories stores, where you can buy stylish beach items, watches and jewelry. Several shops offer goods for children, and there are plenty of … Open »
Benidorm
Those who lead an active lifestyle should definitely look into the Decathlon shopping complex. It offers customers sportswear and goods at the most attractive price. In this sports store, you can find excellent sportswear for children, too. For inexpensive high-quality shoes, you can go to the Salavatore Artesano shopping center, which is also located in the nearest … Open »
Almeria
The city has a very interesting bookstore, Librería Picasso, which often hosts various cultural events. This store presents a large selection of bright modern books, including children’s books. Not only book lovers will be interested in visiting it. This store sells colorful postcards and calendars, which many tourists buy as souvenirs. Looking for … Open »
Alcala del Jucar
It is also worth considering that most shops close quite early in the evening, usually they have a working day until 18:00 – 19:00. There can be a big break in the shops during the daytime, so it is best to go shopping in the morning or after 4 pm. To ingratiate yourself with local sellers, be sure to learn a few simple phrases in Spanish, far … Open »
Valencia
Travelers who don’t skimp on new things will love the Barrio del Carmen shopping area. Elite boutiques of world famous brands are concentrated on its territory, there is a large Prada store, as well as a Louis Vuitton boutique. Exquisite outfits from world-famous designers, chic bags worth several thousand euros, exclusive hats, belts and scarves, … Open »
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Shopping on the island of La Palma. Going shopping
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On La Palma, any traveler will be able to make a successful purchase. It is easy to buy clothes and shoes from leading brands at low prices, as well as local authentic souvenirs. It should be noted right away that it will not be possible to take home the unique black volcanic sand, because its export from the island is prohibited. While traveling in La Palma, you saw a beautiful plant and want to plant it in your garden? Then take a picture of the curiosity and go to the nearest gardening store in search of a germinated specimen. You still will not be able to take out a plucked flower. Fortunately, you can also buy local plants in some department stores, for example, in the Hiper Dino and Spanish style chains.
The cuisine of La Palma differs from traditional Spanish cuisine due to the strong influence of Latin American, African and indigenous cooking cultures. The dishes here are simple, but … Open
Actually, small sprouts of a dragon tree, cacti, bougainvillea, oleander, aloe or yucca can be a great gift for a friend or relative. Fortunately, they are not so expensive. By the way, the previously mentioned Hiper Dino is one of the few chains of stores that are open on weekends. Shopping is always better to go on weekdays. And remember the siesta! In general, on the island you can find goods of all famous brands at reasonable prices. It’s all about the tricks of the tax legislation, making the sale of any product in La Palma and the Canary Islands more profitable than in mainland Spain. Therefore, do not doubt that you will find something to your liking in local stores.
Be sure to check with sellers about duty free. Sales seasons here correspond in time to European ones. Do not forget that in small shops and markets you can bargain. Do not push too hard – a smile and politeness will help you find a common language even with the most uncompromising seller. Pay attention not only to branded clothes and shoes, but also to electronics, household appliances and jewelry, because the prices for them on La Palma can be very attractive. A large assortment is presented on the island and the products of craftsmen working with koi. Bags, shoes, belts of good quality and with traditional finishes can be purchased in many souvenir shops. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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The beautiful half of humanity should pay attention to aloe cosmetics. You should buy it only in specialized stores, street vendors have a great chance to buy a fake. Do you want to bring home something practical and, at the same time, with an island flavor? Then go to small shops where they sell products of local craftsmen. La Palma is famous for its lace. Unique tablecloths, sheets, towels, pillow covers will give your interior an island feel. Bowls, cups, jugs and vases with traditional ornaments will also be a beautiful and practical souvenir. As home decoration, you can buy figurines made of wood and stone, or even furniture woven from willow twigs. Fashionable women can be advised jewelry made of olivine or pearls. With the latter, La Palma can make any work of jewelry according to your sketch for a relatively small fee.
Gourmets should not pass by jam or prickly pear juice. Tasty, healthy and very original. And, most importantly, it is quite affordable. In any supermarket, the smallest jar of cactus jam can be bought for a few euros. Love exotic fruits? Then you should look at the market for nispero, kivano or Canarian bananas. Be sure to get a couple of jars of red and green mojo sauce, a real symbol of the island’s cuisine. A good buy would be palm or flower honey, which has a unique taste due to the unusual local flora. The excellent wines, banana liqueur, rum and La Palma beer are well worth buying. Just keep in mind that at the airport you will have to present a receipt for each bottle purchased.
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Barcelona has prepared a real gift for shopping lovers: from Monday to Friday on weekdays, a bus runs through the streets of the city, which takes tourists to the most iconic places for shopping. The length of the route is 5 kilometers, the ticket price is 10 euros. Most shops are located in the city center, on Passeig de Gracia you can find boutiques of famous Spanish brands – Zara, Massimo Dutti, Zara, Stradivarius with fairly affordable prices. On the same street there are shops of elite brands – Chanel, D&G, Yves Saint Laurent. One of the largest shopping centers in the capital of Catalonia is Diagonal Mar, which houses more than 150 stores of various brands, children’s areas, food courts. Shopping in the Raval and Gracia districts will be no less exciting, here you can find something vintage and exclusive.
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El Hierro Island
If you want to get a cheap and practical gift, then take a closer look at the local olive oil. Here it is sold both in beautiful souvenir bottles and in very economical five-liter tin cans. Most importantly, remember that upon arrival it is worth pouring oil from such a container so that its taste does not begin to change. Be sure to buy several packs of jamon. Vacuum packed … Open »
Playa de las Americas
Shopping and entertainment center CC Parque Santiago 3 will be a great place for a family visit, with suitable shops for everyone. Tourists are attracted by numerous pavilions with souvenirs, where you can buy handicrafts and original handicrafts. Men will be pleased with the large tobacco shop, where you can buy not only the best brands in the world … Open »
Puerto de la Cruz
A real city attraction is the Mercado Municipal Market, which looks more like a modern shopping center. It has a large courtyard surrounded by dozens of shops and restaurants on several floors. It is here that you can buy the best regional products, including wines, which remain one of the most popular among tourists . .. Open »
Tenerife
Thrifty tourists will like the Centro Comercial Santa Cruz Carrefour shopping center located in the city. Its shops are distinguished by a much more attractive price level, where you can also buy quality clothes and accessories, regional delicacies and souvenirs. On the ground floor of the shopping center there is a popular supermarket, which will be interesting to visit in search of regional wines … Open »
Gran Canaria
The busiest and most interesting shopping street in the city is Calle Mayor de Triana. Here, in beautiful historical buildings, there are shops of various specializations. Men will love the tobacco shops presented here, which are distinguished by a very cute design in the style of yesteryear, and ladies will be able to look into fabric shops. This street also has … Open »
Maspalomas
If you want to bring a product with a Canarian flair, then you should go to Fedac. This is a small shop in the tourist area of Cabildo. Interestingly, this is a non-profit enterprise sponsored by the local government as part of the Indigenous Crafts Support Program. If your attention is more focused on practical souvenirs, then you can simply visit any of the local … Open »
Bargain shopping on the island of La Palma, the best points for buying designer clothes and local delicacies from Spain – shops, galleries, boutiques and outlets. You will also be able to find out where the entire streets of shops are located on the island of La Palma and plan the right routes for shopping and searching for souvenirs from the island of La Palma.
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Shopping in the Canary Islands – Interesting about Spain
Everyone knows that the Canary Islands are a great place to relax, but the volcanic archipelago is not only rich in impressive sights: it boasts another component of a good holiday for many tourists – quality shopping.
Most Russian tourists are accustomed to making purchases abroad, focusing on quality products and lower prices. The Canary Islands have the lowest tax rate on sales, and therefore it is profitable to make purchases here: it is obvious that the cost of all goods is much lower than in mainland Spain and throughout Europe. Under such conditions, it is difficult to leave empty-handed!
In addition to standard branded items that can be found everywhere, here you can buy traditional goods: lace, national costumes, ceramics, symbols of deities, figurines of windmills and goats, national embroidery, dolls in national costumes. Crafts from shells and cones. You can’t bring volcanic pebbles and sprouts of Canary pine, but you can admire them.
The islands are home to grand outlet stores, small stylish boutiques and authentic markets. Learn more about where to shop.
Markets
Under the clear island sky, markets full of various goods are everywhere. The most famous of them are:
Teguise Market. All tourists come here, because it is called the best among the markets of the archipelago. Here you can find all the traditional items of Canarian culture: wicker baskets, homemade soap, woolen carpets, embroidered figures and scarves. And the most valuable thing is that all products are made by hand. Everything is sold here – from groceries to leather goods. Local musicians perform throughout the day to entertain visitors.
Location and opening hours: Sundays, Teguise village, Fr. Lanzarote.
Vegeta Market. In this coastal market, in addition to delicious food, you can buy olivine jewelry – a semi-precious stone, ceramic products, wicker baskets and national costumes.
Location and opening hours: it is important to know that the market is closed in summer. Street Mendisabal, near the house of Columbus, Fr. Gran Canaria.
Teror Market. The town of Teror on the island of Gran Canaria is famous for its colonial architecture: one of its examples is the Basilica Nuestra Señora del Pino (Basilica of Our Lady of the Pine), which is dedicated to the patron saint of the island. On Sunday mornings, a market opens next to the temple with a wide selection of products, sweets and products of local craftsmen.
Location and opening hours: Piazza Nuestra Señora del Pino, Teror, Fr. Gran Canaria.
Valle Gran Rey Market. This place is for lovers of flea and antique markets. Here you can buy a piece of Canarian life as a keepsake: collectible furniture, watches and crystal, as well as toys, literature and clothes.
Location and opening hours: every second Sunday of the month from 9:00 to 15:00, Plaza Lomo de Riego, Fr. La Gomera.
Shopping centers
The largest shopping centers are located on the islands of Tenerife and Gran Canaria:
El Corte Inglés. The largest European chain of department stores. Two malls of this network are open on the archipelago. Similar to all mega malls, it provides a wide range of services and a wide range of shops: latest collections of clothes, cosmetics and perfumes, jewelry, electronics, food, travel agencies, insurance services. Brands of all price ranges are represented here, including such famous brands as Tommy Hilfiger, Carolina Herrera, Ralph Lauren, Armani, Dolce & Gabbana and jewelry stores of brands such as Bulgari, Cartier.
Location and opening hours: daily 09:30 – 21:30, the capital of the island. Tenerife Santa Cruz and Las Palmas the capital of Gran Canaria.
Golden Mile. Walking street that leads to the city from Las Americas beach. Here you can shop in expensive branded boutiques and admire the ocean waves – an amazing combination! It is impossible to get tired of such shopping.
Location and opening hours: no fixed schedule, Las Americas Avenue, Costa Adeje resort, Tenerife.
Plaza del Duque. A shopping center that houses the most expensive branded boutiques such as Prada, Givenchy and Celine. For those who are in search of high fashion and are demanding in their choice of clothes, it is best to head here.
Location and opening hours: Monday – Friday 09:00 – 20:30, Saturday – 10:00 – 14:00, Costa Adeje resort, Tenerife.
Atmospheric purchases
Quesadilla Factory. When we hear a quesadilla, we immediately imagine Mexican corn tortillas with cheese, but the Canary Islands have their own sweet quesadilla – a cheese-curd cake with lemon. Quesadillas El Hierro leave no one indifferent, because here they are cooked in wood-fired ovens in wood-burning stoves in a small family factory.
Location and opening hours: via Veinedos de Febrero, Valverde is the capital of the island of El Hierro.
Rue Real or Rue O’Dali. This beautiful street is bustling with life. It sells exclusive jewelry and bijouterie, fashionable clothes, shoes and accessories. In the shop “La Molina” you can find palm essences, island rum and the most delicate macaroons. Among other things, exhibitions and art exhibitions are held here.
Location and opening hours: O’Dali Street, La Palma.
Cheese pleasure. Cheese lovers will find varieties here that they have never tasted before. Moreover, they will be able to visit the places of their preparation – cheese factories. In one of the Fuerteventura cheese dairies, traditional cheeses are prepared according to medieval recipes: from goat’s milk with the addition of pepper, gofio and butter.
Location and opening hours: daily Monday – Sunday, El Convento cheese factory, municipality of Betancuria, Fuerteventura.
Shopping Center 7 Palms, Palma de Gran Canaria
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7 Palmas Shopping and Entertainment Center (Spanish: 7 Palmas Centro Comercial y de Ocio) is located in the Canary Islands, in the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. This is a large mall with an area of 32,000 square meters. On the territory of the Shopping Mall there is parking for 1,500 parking spaces.
In the shopping and leisure center 7 Palms you will find shops of leading brands, both foreign and local brands, as well as a full service of various services. The marketplace is 90 commercial premises spread over 4 floors, among other properties.
For leisure and entertainment, the mall offers 9 cinemas, a high-tech outdoor children’s amusement park, a tennis club, a 2,400 m2 gym, cafes and restaurants, as well as a wide and varied range of clothing, home accessories and services. On the territory of the Spanish mall there is a large Mercadona supermarket.
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Shopping in Mallorca – what to bring as a souvenir
Mallorca is an ideal place for luxury shopping: there is a huge selection of designer clothes, accessories and jewelry boutiques. You can stroll through the shops without going far from the snow-white beaches.
But once you drive a few kilometers from the capital by bus or rental car to Palma, you will find yourself in traditional open-air village markets, where you can stock up on fresh vegetables, fruits and authentic souvenirs!
Features of shopping in Mallorca
The first thing to remember is that shops in Mallorca are open mainly from 10:00 to 20:00 with a siesta break from 13:30 to 17:00. Sunday is usually a day off.
Shoppers will love the old quarters of Palma. In the narrow streets of the capital, you can find world-class brands and incredible handicrafts:
Boulevard Born / Passeig des Born
Over the past few years, this area has become the “golden mile” of shopping in Mallorca – Rialto Living, Louis Vuitton, Hugo stores have opened here Boss, Escada and Bvlgari. The Zara boutique is located in the former main cinema of Palma. Massimo Dutti’s flagship boutique is located next door. Pay attention to the 2-story clothing store Uterque, a prestigious Spanish brand that is practically not represented outside the country. Come here for exclusive items that your friends won’t have in their closets!
If you are looking for unusual quality furniture for your home, then be sure to check out Casa Lima, where local craftsmanship is on display.
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James III Avenue / Avenida Jaume III
Fashion kingdom in Mallorca! One of the busiest shopping avenues in Palma between Paseo Mallorca and Paseo Born. On both sides of the street stretch elegant neo-baroque buildings with boutiques of international brands: Mango, Desigual. Here you will find luxury Cartier and Lottusse stores and El Corte Ingles department store with convenient underground parking. And on Rue de la Concepción, you can dine at top restaurants: Aromata and Fera.
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Via Veri
Nice little alley lined with old buildings and little shops like Bondian and Janer. In addition, several iconic art galleries are located here. By the way, next to Via Veri is the fantastic men’s store La Principal.
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Sant Miguel / Carrer de Sant Miquel
A narrow street in the old center of Palma filled with old traditional shops. Authentic souvenirs from Mallorca should be looked for right here. Girls will be pleased with a good selection of famous Spanish leather shoes.
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Bonus – you can enjoy the magnificent architecture and dine in the fine cafes and restaurants of Palma.
Prices in Mallorca correspond to the level of an expensive resort island. But do not rush to despair! Mallorca Fashion Outlet has more than 60 boutiques of international fashion brands, and discounts on goods reach up to 70%. There are 17 restaurants, four shopping malls and something to do with children – IMAX, go-karting and a large playground. Mallorca Fashion Outlet is open every day from 10:00 to 22:00.
Mallorca’s supermarkets do not close for siesta and are open even on Sundays. The Spanish chain Carrefour operates on the island, there are two large department stores El Corte Ingles and the local chain Eroski.
Mallorca’s top 3 malls
When shopping in Palma, be sure to check out at least one of the malls.
Porto Pi Centro
The oldest and largest shopping center in Palma. There are 140 stores on 4 levels, including Zara, Cortefiel, Tommy Hilfiger, Pull&Bear, etc. In addition, you will find here a large food court, a soft playground, a casino and a whole gaming gallery. You can use the underground car park free of charge for 2 hours. Porto Pi is located at the end of Paseo Maritimo.
Address: Av. de Gabriel Roca, 54, Palma, Illes Balears
Opening hours: Mon-Sat from 09:00 to 22:00, closed on Sundays
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Fan Mallorca / Fan Mallorca shopping
A large shopping center in the Coll d’en Rabas area, near Palma airport . On a rainy day, when you can’t lie on the beach, you can have a great time here. Fan Mallorca has 120 stores of international and local brands: Benetton, Mango, Guess, H&M, Vans, Women Secret. The food court has the usual Burger King and Starbucks, and in your free time from shopping, you can visit a cinema, a climbing wall or a swimming pool.
Address: Carrer del Cardenal Rossell, Palma, Illes Balears
Opening hours: Mon-Sat from 09:00 to 22:00, closed on Sundays
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Momentum Plaza / Momentum Plaza
souvenir shops, islands with beach goods, tattoo parlors, pharmacies and newsstands. In the middle of the center there is a small square that comes alive on weekends with family events and live music evenings.
Address: Avinguda de l’Olivera, 4, Calvià, Illes Balears
Opening hours: Mon-Sun from 10:00 to 23:00
Photo: Momentum Plaza
Souvenirs of Mallorca
During the summer, souvenir shops in Mallorca are open every day. In Palma, for example, there are even La Lonja night markets where you can choose trinkets and decorative items.
What can Mallorca boast of? Souvenirs that you should definitely return with you from your vacation:
“Avarques” or “Menorquinas” : the main type of sandal worn by locals on the island. Very comfortable shoes, the company store where you can buy them is Castell.
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Roba de Lenguas repeating pattern is the main island pattern. This pattern is found everywhere: on tablecloths, napkins, pillowcases, bags and all kinds of dishes.
Photo: Teixits Vicens
Straw baskets, Senales . They go everywhere with them: to the supermarket, for a walk or to the beach. Their appearance and design is completely different!
Pottery from Portola : certainly not the most convenient souvenir to carry, but worth it! Unusual handmade pottery.
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Flor de Sal , a gastronomic mediterranean souvenir: salt from Es Trenc.
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Mallorca’s most interesting shops
Mallorca is always colorful and vibrant and shopping here is the same. Let’s get acquainted with the delightful shops of the island.
Rialto living, Palma de Mallorca
A lifestyle store that sells fine home furnishings, designer items, art, clothing and glamorous accessories. The range of home décor mixes many styles, from the New York collection in dark, cool colors to the colorful European one filled with all sorts of bright pieces. Here you can choose beautiful and practical gifts from Mallorca: the store presents works by Burley, Cutipol, Himla and other famous furniture and interior designers. In addition to household items, you can update your wardrobe by picking up something from the collections of Allegri, Franco Ferrari and Macintosh.
Address: Carrer de Sant Feliu, 3, Palma, Illes Balears
Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00 am to 07:00 pm
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Majorca Pearls flagship store, Porto Cristo
Majorca has been producing imitation pearls since 1890, and here you can watch a multi-sensory show, showing the whole process – from the preparation of opal glass to the final collection of beads into elegant necklaces. The store covers over 1,000 m², including a lounge area where you can have a drink and a bite to eat.
Address: Plaça de Santa Eulàlia, 5, Palma, Illes Balears
Working hours: Mon-Fri from 10:00 to 19:00, Sat from 10:00 to 17:00, Sun from 10:00 to 14:00
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Gordiola Glass, Aglaida
A unique glass factory founded by the Gordiola family. Gordiola Glass sells glass products made in the traditional way: lanterns, lamps, candlesticks, bottles, jugs, vases and decorative items. You can watch the glassblowers at work in the factory next to the boutique.
Address: Carretera Palma-Manacor, KM 19.6, 07210 Algaida
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 09:30-18:00, Sat 09:00-14:00, Sun closed
Photo: travelhiddenplaces. com head to one of the local markets! It is here that you will choose what to bring home from Mallorca and taste the fantastic fruits, vegetables, cheese and wine that the island is famous for. The range of markets includes handmade jewelry, inexpensive clothing and household goods. Don’t worry about the language barrier – local vendors are used to tourists and will give you a nice discount if you try to say a few words in Catalan!
Mercado de Santa Catalina
The main indoor market for vintage and traditional Mallorcan souvenirs in the most bohemian area of Palma. It is located among bright wooden houses with openwork shutters and front balconies decorated with flowers and plants.
Address: Plaça de la Navegació, Palma
Opening hours: Mon-Sat from 07:00 to 15:00
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Plaza Mayor / Placa Major
Another iconic place in Palma is the handicraft market that occurs every morning on Placa Major. A whole fair show is unfolding here with the participation of street performers, artists and musicians.
Address: Placa Major, 7, Palma
Opening hours: Mon-Sat from 10:00 to 14:00, Wednesday and Sunday – days off
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Alcudia market / Alcudia market
The main fair in the northern part of the island. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that Alcudia is an ancient Roman settlement, and the territory is surrounded by ancient defensive walls. Come here for leather belts, bags and wallets, as well as handmade pottery and jewelry.
Address: Carrer de l’Estel, 4, Alcúdia, from Palma you can get here by bus 351
Opening hours: Tue and Sun, from 08:00 to 14:00
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Arta Market / Arta Market
One of the most authentic markets on the island, located in the northeastern city of Arta. Can’t think of what to buy in Mallorca? Stop by Arta Market for a great selection of household items, décor, vintage clothing, handmade accessories, homewares, local produce and flowers.
You can get some really hot and sunny days in January in the Canary Islands
Start the year with a holiday in the sun…what else can be better than relaxing in the sun, while back home it’s cold and gloomy? And the Canaries might be just the perfect destination for such a trip in January!
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Can you swim in the Canary Islands in January?
Should you travel to the Canary Islands in January?
When winter comes and the cold hits, many people in Europe will start looking for warmer travel destinations, where they can escape the low temperatures even if for a short while.
Cheating winter is possible in the Canary Islands, where you usually have temperatures above 20°C during the day and the sun will still shine bright for many hours, making it possible for you to get a tan, even in January.
What’s the weather like in the Canary Islands in January
January is one of the coldest months in Europe, and this is the case also in the Canary Islands. But the difference is that cold in the Canary Islands means T-shirt weather on most days and a light jacket at night, which is a huge upgrade from the cold and freezing weather you typically get back home.
Some parts of the Canary Island do get some rainy days in January, especially the north of the islands in the case of Tenerife and Gran Canaria and the east coast and north of the island in the case of La Palma.
Average temperatures in the Canary Islands in January
Below you can see the average temperatures for the islands during the month of January. But do keep in mind that especially in Tenerife and Gran Canaria the temperatures in the north will be lower than in the south during the winter months.
Tenerife South
Average high temperature: 21.8 °C
Average low temperature: 15. 3 °C
Daily mean: 18.5 °C
Gran Canaria (Airport)
Average high temperature: 20.8 °C
Average low temperature: 15 °C
Daily mean: 17.9 °C
Lanzarote
Average high temperature: 20.7 °C
Average low temperature: 14 °C
Daily mean: 17.3 °C
Fuerteventura
Average high temperature: 20.6 °C
Average low temperature: 14.7 °C
Daily mean: 17.7 °C
As you can see, the values for temperatures in the Canary Islands in January are relatively similar between the largest and most visited islands in the archipelago.
However, in Tenerife, the difference between the south where most of the tourist resorts are located (Playa de las Americas, Los Cristianos, Costa Adeje) and the north can be quite big. In the north, you have more greenery and the Anaga Rural Park, which is as spectacular as it is thanks to the humidity that characterizes the area.
So if the sun is what you’re after, just stay in the south and go visit the north on day trips, when the weather forecast is favorable.
If you want more info about the weather conditions, temperatures & sunshine hours in January, you can read the dedicated article for each island:
Tenerife weather in January
Gran Canaria weather in January
Lanzarote weather in January
Fuerteventura weather in January
La Palma weather in January
Rainfall
Tenerife South – Average rainfall (mm): 17 mm
Gran Canaria South – Average rainfall (mm): 12 mm
Lanzarote – Average rainfall (mm): 17 mm
Fuerteventura – Average rainfall (mm): 14 mm
Although Tenerife seems to get the largest amount of rain in January, this usually happens in the north of the island, and less often in the south, where most of the resorts are located (with the exception of Puerto de la Cruz).
Sea temperature
Tenerife South – Average sea temperature: 20.2°C
Gran Canaria South – Average sea temperature: 20.1°C
Lanzarote – Average sea temperature: 19.4°C
Fuerteventura – Average sea temperature: 19.4°C
The water temperature will be lower in January compared to December.
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in January?
Honestly, it depends on how the weather is that year and where you are trying to swim.
Some beaches have warmer water since they are more sheltered and don’t have strong currents. We’ve been able to go swimming in the south on Playa Las Vistas, Playa la Pinta (Puerto Colon) and Playa Camison. But we’ve also gone swimming in Playa Las Teresitas several times, which is located near Santa Cruz.
Should you travel to the Canary Islands in January?
We love traveling to the Canaries in January.
At this time of the year, Tenerife is usually our first choice, but this is a personal preference, based on what activities we like to do while we’re there.
January can be a good time to go hiking, as the weather won’t be as hot as during the summer months. But you should also check the forecast before going hiking, as you wouldn’t want to be surprised by a cold shower while you’re in the forests or on top of a mountain. In our case, winter is the best time for hiking and we love spending time exploring the nature of the islands.
Even if you don’t get the best weather for sunbathing, remember that there are many other things to do in the Canary Islands, besides spending time on the beach. You can explore new towns, hire a car and do an island tour or you can try various bars and restaurants, sampling the local gastronomy.
In any case, winter is better in the Canaries!
Read also: When is the best time to visit the Canary Islands?
Gran Canaria is the third largest and most populated island in the Canary Islands making it one of the most exciting islands to visit on holiday. The natural beauty of the island is tremendously varied thanks to its mountainous terrain and attractive sandy beaches.
As the island has the largest population of any of the Canary Islands, it also has a vibrant nightlife, bustling cultural scene and plenty of interesting attractions and activities to enjoy; not to mention some fantastic beaches.
The unique geographic location of the island produces several microclimates within a very small area. Therefore, it is possible to experience a sunny day on the beach and a misty walk through lush green mountains on the same holiday.
The island’s attractions offer a further contrast; there are plenty of typical tourist hotspots such as packed out water parks, as well as peaceful nature preservation areas that are relatively untouched.
Good blog here on Gran Canaria
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What’s the Weather like in Gran Canaria in January?
Gran Canaria, Canary Islands is a great place to visit in January if you’re in search of some pleasantly warm temperatures and winter sun.
How Hot Is Gran Canaria In January?
At this time of year, the average temperature for the resort is 18°C, created by average highs of 21°C during the middle of the day and average lows of 15°C during the coolest part of the evening.
Sunshine Hours and Seawater Temperature
Even though January is a winter month, Gran Canaria still enjoys an average of six hours of sunshine each day. The average sea temperature for the waters around Gran Canaria in December is 19°C. Anything above 18°C is usually considered warm enough for swimming.
Does It Rain In Gran Canaria In January?
January is usually the wettest month of the year for Gran Canaria, when the island is subject to an average of 25mm of precipitation, spread out over the course of three wet days. But even though there is a good chance of a shower on your trip, you’ll never get a full day of rain.
How WIndy Is Gran Canaria In January?
Gran Canaria experiences very little wind. Over the course of a typical January, wind speeds range between light and fresh breezes, rarely rising above strong breezes.
Gran Canaria Hotels in January
Gold by Marina
Gold by Marina caters for romantic holidays for adults aged 18+ and even offers five different speciality packs you can book before you go: food and drink welcome pack; cava, rose petals and chocolate welcome pack and a 15-minute massage and spa product welcome pack, plus two erotic passion kits for couples.
There are two swimming pools within the complex, as well as a large Jacuzzi, bi-thermal multi-hose showers and spa which boasts five facials, six massages, one manicure and one pedicure.
There’s also the indoor Lobby Style restaurant which serves all kinds of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, including smoothies and specialist teas, plus the outdoor Pool Style which serves breakfasts, cheese and meat platters, salads, sandwiches, pizzas, pastas and desserts.
Guests can choose between rooms with terraces/balconies, rooms with superior balconies, junior suites, superior junior suites and master suites, each of which is decorated in a colourful vintage 1950s-1970s style and features free WiFi access, full kitchen and air conditioning.
Cordial Mogan Playa
Cordial Mogan Playa in Puerto de Mogan is another very highly regarded hotel found in the south of the island. Offering a lush oasis set against a backdrop of mountains, this resort features two huge lagoon-style swimming pools surrounded by a sunbathing terrace dotted with palm trees and other tropical plants.
The higher pool is the quietest one, making it the best place to go for an afternoon siesta, whilst the lower action-packed pool is where all the fun and games take place.
For a totally relaxing experience, visit the onsite Inagua Spa, which offers an outdoor flotarium, sauna and private treatments. If you prefer to be more active on holiday, you’ll love the daily fitness classes and can keep fit with the gym, tennis courts, table tennis and boules in between classes.
After you’ve worked up an appetite, you can dine in one of two buffet restaurants, each of which serves a huge selection of modern international and traditional Canarian cuisine.
There’s also an a la carte restaurant open on an evening, plus a pool bar and a snack bar, which both serve drinks and snacks during the afternoon. For lively evening entertainment, you’ve got the Fataga Bar with live performances every night. The standard twin rooms are decorated in warm red hues, but if you need a bit more space, you’re best off booking a junior suite.
Hotel NH Imperial Playa
If you’re planning on spending a lot of time at the beach during your holiday in Gran Canaria, consider making a reservation at Hotel NH Imperial Playa. This four-star hotel is situated opposite Las Canteras Beach (one of the very best in Gran Canaria) and also puts you within easy access of local shops, restaurants and bars. Each of the guestrooms has a classic-meets-contemporary feel, with neutral décor, satellite TV, WiFi access and air conditioning.
Standard rooms are the cheapest and most basic type of accommodation, but if you want something better, there are also superior rooms and junior suites both of which are significantly larger. Despite the hotel being on the small side, there are several dining options the first-floor restaurant boasts amazing sea views and serves up local and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner in contemporary surroundings.
The light and airy NH Imperial Playa Restaurant offers an extensive a la carte restaurant in casual beachside-inspired surroundings, whilst the Bar-Cafeteria is the place to do for simple snacks, cocktails or to catch up on the latest sports advertised on TV. Since this hotel mostly caters for business stays, there is no swimming pool.
Hotel Santa Catalina
If you’ve got your heart set on a five-star hotel, consider Hotel Santa Catalina. Originally constructed in 1890 in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, this hotel has seen hundreds of famous faces pass through its doors, including Winston Churchill and even the Royal Family.
The hotel is set in the centre of Parque Doramas a huge green park full of palm trees and tropical plants and is comprised of 202 guestrooms divided between singles, doubles, superior doubles, junior suites and senior suites.
All the guestrooms are appointed in a sophisticated way, with dark wooden furniture and free WiFi access. The spa is one of the many highlights of the hotel, where you can swim in the heated indoor pool, relax your muscles under pressure jets or take it easy in the saunas, Jacuzzis and Turkish baths.
There is also a lengthy spa treatment menu if you really want to indulge. Other onsite facilities include a fitness centre with workout classes and state-of-the-art equipment and a huge outdoor swimming pool with sun bathing terrace.
When it comes to dining, there are three restaurants the award-winning Gourmet Restaurant La Terraza, the breakfast buffet Patio Las Tortugas and the poolside snack bar. If you’re just after a drink, you can grab a coffee or cocktail at the Terrace and Piano Bar Carabela.
Beaches in Gran Canaria for January
Meloneras Beach
If you’re staying in Maspalomas but don’t want to be surrounded by the noise of the main Maspalomas Beach, take a look at Meloneras Beach. This beach is backed by a lively promenade where you’ll find loads of local restaurants, bars, supermarkets and clothes shops, but the beach itself is comparatively quiet. Here you can relax on the soft, golden sands or freshen up by taking a dip in the sea.
Despite the beach’s slightly curved shape, the waves can often come in very quickly one after another here, so be careful when you’re in the sea. If you see locals practising any form of surfing, you’re best off staying out of the water. As is noted by its Blue Flag status, this beach offers many services and facilities, including sun loungers and parasols available to hire, showers, access ramps and several food and drink kiosks.
Playa de Las Nieves Beach
Playa de Las Nieves Beach is located in Agaete a resort in the north of the island primarily visited by cruise line holidaymakers. Tucked in between the marina and the old dock, this beach is made up of large stones and dark, volcanic sand. Thanks to the marina wall, this beach is entirely protected from waves, which means the sea is always calm enough for swimming no matter how windy it is or how rough the sea is.
Although there are no services or amenities available directly on the beach, the promenade which lines the bay is home to many local bars, restaurants and shops. The impressive mountains in the distance makes this area ideal for those wanting to admire impressive views while swimming or lounging on the beach, as well as the natural pools that make for safe swimming for the whole family.
Bars and Restaurants
Gelatomania
If you stay in Puerto de Mogan, take the time to visit Gelatomania a local café with a chilled out Canarian vibe. Here you can enjoy smoothies, crepes, coffee, ice cream and other light snacks throughout the afternoon. The small establishment is located next to the harbour, which means you’ll have a prime spot for watching the boats coming and going. There’s also a children’s play area in the back of the restaurant to keep little ones amused.
Casito Mediterraneo
Also located in Puerto de Mogan, Casito Mediterraneo serves up authentic Mediterranean cuisine, with different menus depending on which time of day you visit. If you turn up for lunch, you’ll get to choose from a menu of tapas, fresh fish dishes and salads, but if you make a reservation for an evening, you’ll get to sample all that, plus a selection of regional specials which are created with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Whenever you visit, you can pair your meal with a choice of Canarian and Spanish wines.
Eiffel Bar
If you’re searching for some lively nightlife on the island, drop into the Eiffel Bar. This bar is considered one of the best on the island and brings a touch of French sophistication to the Canary Island. While it is a French-inspired bar, it caters to a wide range of tastes and offers a menu which includes coffee, tea, smoothies, fresh fruit juices, beers, spirits, French and Canarian wines, Champagne by the glass and cocktails.
Things to do in Gran Canaria in January
Roque Nublo Rural Park
One of the most notable wonders in Gran Canaria is the Roque Nublo Rural Park. The largest natural area on the island, this park is named after Roque Nublo a huge lava plug which is 80m tall and stands 1,813m above sea level.
The park as a whole covers 26,000 hectares and includes viewpoints from which you can take stunning photos, picnic sites with stone barbecues, volcanic sandy beaches, rural camp sites, traditional Canarian villages and many hiking trails of various difficulties.
Surfing
If an average sea temperature of 19°C isn’t too cool for you, grab a surf board and hit the waves during your January holiday in Gran Canaria. The Pro Surfing Company is based in Maspalomas and is the only surfing school authorised to give lessons on the beaches on Maspalomas.
The qualified instructors here give lessons for surfing, kite surfing, paddle surfing, wind surfing and wake boarding for newbies up to professional level. You can sign up for a one-off hour lesson to get you going or jump in at the deep end and take on a five-day course.
Leagues Ahead Diving
Leagues Ahead Diving is located right next to Pro Surfing, and offers a range of scuba activities! The cooler climate in January makes for excellent visibility, and is in the middle of Angel Shark season, making it the best month to spot sharks and sting-rays!
The water averages at 19°C, but Leagues Ahead Diving provides 7mm wetsuits with hoods, so you won’t get too chilly exploring the beautiful marine life of Gran Canaria. Also, they offer diving experiences all over the island, including the renowned Marine Reserve El Cabron, which was voted one of the top ten dive sites in Europe!
Good page about Diving in GC here
Weather in the Canary Islands in january 2023
How is the climate in Spain in january? Is it the best time to go to Puerto del Carmen and Gomera? Check this with weather datas and our advices below.
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Best time to go to the Canary Islands
Weather in the Canary Islands in january 2023
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in Spain. These predictions are statistics for january from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Where to go in the Canary Islands in january?
Where to go in the Canary Islands in january: destination map
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Climate in the Canary Islands in january
Climate in Tenerife in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 19°C and minimum temperature is 18°C (for an average temperature of 18°C). The climate quite enjoyable in that area in this month. With barely 26mm over 1 days, rain may be scarce throughout your holidays. With good weather conditions, january is a good month to go in this city.
December
January
February
Average temperature
20°C
18°C
18°C
Highest temperature
20°C
19°C
19°C
Lowest temperature
19°C
18°C
17°C
Sea temperature
20.9°C
20.4°C
19.3°C
Rainfall
40mm
26mm
34mm
Number of days with rainfall
2 day(s) (5%)
1 day(s) (2%)
1 day(s) (5%)
Humidity
74%
75%
77%
Daily sunshine hours
11
11
11
Cloud cover
24%
25%
26%
Length of day
10:21
10:32
11:13
Our opinion at whereandwhen. net
good
good
good
more information about the climate in Tenerife in january
Climate in Fuerteventura in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Corralejo is 18°C (maximum temperature is 20°C and minimum temperature is 17°C). The climate pleasant in that locality in the month of january. With 15mm over 1 days, rainfall is infrequent during your trip. With a good climate, the month of january is a recommended month to go in this city.
December
January
February
Average temperature
20°C
18°C
18°C
Highest temperature
21°C
20°C
19°C
Lowest temperature
19°C
17°C
17°C
Sea temperature
19. 8°C
19.3°C
18.6°C
Rainfall
18mm
15mm
20mm
Number of days with rainfall
1 day(s) (3%)
1 day(s) (2%)
1 day(s) (4%)
Humidity
73%
74%
77%
Daily sunshine hours
10
11
11
Cloud cover
26%
26%
28%
Length of day
10:21
10:32
11:13
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net
perfect
good
good
more information about the climate in Fuerteventura in january
Climate in Lanzarote in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Arrecife is 18°C (maximum temperature is 19°C and minimum temperature is 18°C). The climate enjoyable here in the month of january. With about 16mm over 1 days, the rain will not be a problem for your journey. With a good weather, january is a good time to go in Arrecife.
December
January
February
Average temperature
20°C
18°C
18°C
Highest temperature
21°C
19°C
19°C
Lowest temperature
19°C
18°C
17°C
Sea temperature
19.8°C
19.4°C
18.7°C
Rainfall
19mm
16mm
22mm
Number of days with rainfall
1 day(s) (3%)
1 day(s) (3%)
1 day(s) (5%)
Humidity
74%
74%
77%
Daily sunshine hours
9
10
11
Cloud cover
28%
29%
31%
Length of day
10:18
10:30
11:11
Our opinion at whereandwhen. net
perfect
good
good
more information about the climate in Lanzarote in january
Climate in El Hierro in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 20°C and minimum temperature is 19°C (for an average temperature of 20°C). The climate quite nice around this city in this month. It almost never rains during the month of january. You will be well dry during your holidays! With a good climate, january is an advisable month to go in this city.
December
January
February
Average temperature
21°C
20°C
19°C
Highest temperature
21°C
20°C
19°C
Lowest temperature
21°C
19°C
18°C
Rainfall
20mm
11mm
17mm
Number of days with rainfall
1 day(s) (3%)
1 day(s) (2%)
1 day(s) (3%)
Humidity
73%
73%
75%
Daily sunshine hours
11
11
12
Cloud cover
23%
20%
19%
Length of day
10:23
10:35
11:15
Our opinion at whereandwhen. net
perfect
good
good
more information about the climate in El Hierro in january
Climate in Gomera in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 20°C and minimum temperature is 19°C (for an average temperature of 19°C). The climate quite pleasant in this city in this month. It’s raining really exceptionally during this month. You will be well dry during your stay! With a good weather, january is a good time to go in this city.
December
January
February
Average temperature
21°C
19°C
19°C
Highest temperature
21°C
20°C
19°C
Lowest temperature
20°C
19°C
18°C
Sea temperature
21°C
20. 4°C
19.6°C
Rainfall
29mm
13mm
20mm
Number of days with rainfall
1 day(s) (4%)
1 day(s) (2%)
1 day(s) (3%)
Humidity
71%
71%
73%
Daily sunshine hours
11
11
12
Cloud cover
17%
14%
13%
Length of day
10:22
10:33
11:13
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net
perfect
good
good
more information about the climate in Gomera in january
All cities in the Canary Islands in january
Canaries January Weather, Average Temperature (St. Lucia)
Daily high temperatures are around 82°F, rarely falling below 81°F or exceeding 84°F. The lowest daily average high temperature is 82°F on January 24.
Daily low temperatures are around 76°F, rarely falling below 73°F or exceeding 78°F.
For reference, on September 11, the hottest day of the year, temperatures in Canaries typically range from 79°F to 87°F, while on January 25, the coldest day of the year, they range from 75°F to 82°F.
Average High and Low Temperature in January in CanariesJan112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313172°F72°F74°F74°F76°F76°F78°F78°F80°F80°F82°F82°F84°F84°F86°F86°F88°F88°F90°F90°F92°F92°FDecFebJan 2482°FJan 2482°F76°F76°FJan 183°FJan 183°F76°F76°FJan 1182°FJan 1182°F76°F76°F
The daily average high (red line) and low (blue line) temperature, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands. The thin dotted lines are the corresponding average perceived temperatures.
The figure below shows you a compact characterization of the hourly average temperatures for the quarter of the year centered on January. The horizontal axis is the day, the vertical axis is the hour of the day, and the color is the average temperature for that hour and day.
Average Hourly Temperature in January in Canaries
Average Hourly Temperature in January in CanariesJan112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313112 AM12 AM2 AM2 AM4 AM4 AM6 AM6 AM8 AM8 AM10 AM10 AM12 PM12 PM2 PM2 PM4 PM4 PM6 PM6 PM8 PM8 PM10 PM10 PM12 AM12 AMDecFebwarm
frigid 15°F freezing 32°F very cold 45°F cold 55°F cool 65°F comfortable 75°F warm 85°F hot 95°F sweltering
The average hourly temperature, color coded into bands. The shaded overlays indicate night and civil twilight.
Fitii, French Polynesia (6,498 miles away) is the far-away foreign place with temperatures most similar to Canaries (view comparison).
The month of January in Canaries experiences essentially constant cloud cover, with the percentage of time that the sky is overcast or mostly cloudy remaining about 41% throughout the month. The lowest chance of overcast or mostly cloudy conditions is 40% on January 13.
The clearest day of the month is January 13, with clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy conditions 60% of the time.
For reference, on September 27, the cloudiest day of the year, the chance of overcast or mostly cloudy conditions is 71%, while on January 13, the clearest day of the year, the chance of clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy skies is 60%.
Cloud Cover Categories in January in Canaries
Cloud Cover Categories in January in CanariesJan11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%100%10%90%20%80%30%70%40%60%50%50%60%40%70%30%80%20%90%10%100%0%DecFebSep 2729%Sep 2729%Jan 158%Jan 158%Jan 3159%Jan 3159%Jan 1159%Jan 1159%Jan 2158%Jan 2158%clearmostly clearpartly cloudymostly cloudyovercast
The percentage of time spent in each cloud cover band, categorized by the percentage of the sky covered by clouds.
A wet day is one with at least 0.04 inches of liquid or liquid-equivalent precipitation. In Canaries, the chance of a wet day over the course of January is rapidly decreasing, starting the month at 30% and ending it at 22%.
For reference, the year’s highest daily chance of a wet day is 46% on November 16, and its lowest chance is 18% on March 4.
Probability of Precipitation in January in Canaries
Probability of Precipitation in January in CanariesJan11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%0%5%5%10%10%15%15%20%20%25%25%30%30%35%35%40%40%DecFebJan 130%Jan 130%Jan 3122%Jan 3122%Jan 1128%Jan 1128%Jan 2125%Jan 2125%rain
The percentage of days in which various types of precipitation are observed, excluding trace quantities: rain alone, snow alone, and mixed (both rain and snow fell in the same day).
Rainfall
To show variation within the month and not just the monthly total, we show the rainfall accumulated over a sliding 31-day period centered around each day.
The average sliding 31-day rainfall during January in Canaries is decreasing, starting the month at 2. 5 inches, when it rarely exceeds 5.5 inches or falls below 0.5 inches, and ending the month at 1.7 inches, when it rarely exceeds 3.2 inches or falls below 0.3 inches.
Average Monthly Rainfall in January in Canaries
Average Monthly Rainfall in January in CanariesJan11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310 in0 in2 in2 in4 in4 in6 in6 in8 in8 inDecFebJan 12.5 inJan 12.5 inJan 311.7 inJan 311.7 inJan 112.2 inJan 112.2 inJan 211.9 inJan 211.9 in
The average rainfall (solid line) accumulated over the course of a sliding 31-day period centered on the day in question, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands. The thin dotted line is the corresponding average snowfall.
Over the course of January in Canaries, the length of the day is essentially constant. The shortest day of the month is January 1, with 11 hours, 20 minutes of daylight and the longest day is January 31, with 11 hours, 32 minutes of daylight.
Hours of Daylight and Twilight in January in Canaries
Hours of Daylight and Twilight in January in CanariesJan11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310 hr24 hr4 hr20 hr8 hr16 hr12 hr12 hr16 hr8 hr20 hr4 hr24 hr0 hrDecFebnightnightdaydayJan 111 hr, 20 minJan 111 hr, 20 minJan 3111 hr, 32 minJan 3111 hr, 32 min
The number of hours during which the Sun is visible (black line). From bottom (most yellow) to top (most gray), the color bands indicate: full daylight, twilight (civil, nautical, and astronomical), and full night.
The earliest sunrise of the month in Canaries is 6:28 AM on January 1 and the latest sunrise is 4 minutes later at 6:32 AM on January 23.
The earliest sunset is 5:47 PM on January 1 and the latest sunset is 16 minutes later at 6:03 PM on January 31.
Daylight saving time is not observed in Canaries during 2022.
For reference, on June 21, the longest day of the year, the Sun rises at 5:37 AM and sets 12 hours, 57 minutes later, at 6:34 PM, while on December 21, the shortest day of the year, it rises at 6:23 AM and sets 11 hours, 18 minutes later, at 5:41 PM.
Sunrise & Sunset with Twilight in January in Canaries
Sunrise & Sunset with Twilight in January in CanariesJan112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313112 AM2 AM4 AM6 AM8 AM10 AM12 PM2 PM4 PM6 PM8 PM10 PM12 AMDecFeb6:28 AM6:28 AMJan 15:47 PMJan 15:47 PM6:31 AM6:31 AMJan 316:03 PMJan 316:03 PM6:31 AM6:31 AMJan 165:56 PMJan 165:56 PMSolarMidnightSolarMidnightSolarNoonSunriseSunset
The solar day over the course of January. From bottom to top, the black lines are the previous solar midnight, sunrise, solar noon, sunset, and the next solar midnight. The day, twilights (civil, nautical, and astronomical), and night are indicated by the color bands from yellow to gray.
The figure below presents a compact representation of the sun’s elevation (the angle of the sun above the horizon) and azimuth (its compass bearing) for every hour of every day in the reporting period. The horizontal axis is the day of the year and the vertical axis is the hour of the day. For a given day and hour of that day, the background color indicates the azimuth of the sun at that moment. The black isolines are contours of constant solar elevation.
Solar Elevation and Azimuth in January in Canaries
Solar Elevation and Azimuth in January in CanariesJan112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313112 AM12 AM2 AM2 AM4 AM4 AM6 AM6 AM8 AM8 AM10 AM10 AM12 PM12 PM2 PM2 PM4 PM4 PM6 PM6 PM8 PM8 PM10 PM10 PM12 AM12 AMDecFeb0010102020203030404050505060000101020203030304040505060
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Solar elevation and azimuth over the course of January 2022. The black lines are lines of constant solar elevation (the angle of the sun above the horizon, in degrees). The background color fills indicate the azimuth (the compass bearing) of the sun. The lightly tinted areas at the boundaries of the cardinal compass points indicate the implied intermediate directions (northeast, southeast, southwest, and northwest).
The figure below presents a compact representation of key lunar data for January 2022. The horizontal axis is the day, the vertical axis is the hour of the day, and the colored areas indicate when the moon is above the horizon. The vertical gray bars (new Moons) and blue bars (full Moons) indicate key Moon phases. The label associated with each bar indicates the date and time that the phase is obtained, and the companion time labels indicate the rise and set times of the Moon for the nearest time interval in which the moon is above the horizon.
The time in which the moon is above the horizon (light blue area), with new moons (dark gray lines) and full moons (blue lines) indicated. The shaded overlays indicate night and civil twilight.
Jan 2022
Illumination
Moonrise
Moonset
Moonrise
Meridian Passing
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1:09 PM
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224,295 mi
4
6%
8:20 AM
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8:02 PM
WSW
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2:12 PM
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226,938 mi
5
13%
9:13 AM
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WSW
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3:08 PM
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230,409 mi
6
21%
9:59 AM
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9:59 PM
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3:59 PM
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234,347 mi
7
31%
10:41 AM
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10:51 PM
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4:46 PM
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238,389 mi
8
41%
11:19 AM
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11:40 PM
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5:29 PM
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242,215 mi
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50%
11:56 AM
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10
62%
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12:32 PM
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6:53 PM
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248,308 mi
11
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1:10 PM
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7:35 PM
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250,315 mi
12
79%
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1:49 PM
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251,574 mi
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87%
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252,120 mi
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92%
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252,026 mi
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97%
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251,389 mi
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99%
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247,212 mi
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95%
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225,989 mi
We base the humidity comfort level on the dew point, as it determines whether perspiration will evaporate from the skin, thereby cooling the body. Lower dew points feel drier and higher dew points feel more humid. Unlike temperature, which typically varies significantly between night and day, dew point tends to change more slowly, so while the temperature may drop at night, a muggy day is typically followed by a muggy night.
The chance that a given day will be muggy in Canaries is essentially constant during January, remaining around 99% throughout.
For reference, on May 1, the muggiest day of the year, there are muggy conditions 100% of the time, while on February 28, the least muggy day of the year, there are muggy conditions 98% of the time.
Humidity Comfort Levels in January in Canaries
Humidity Comfort Levels in January in CanariesJan11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%0%10%10%20%20%30%30%40%40%50%50%60%60%70%70%80%80%90%90%100%100%DecFebJan 1100%Jan 1100%Jan 3199%Jan 3199%Jan 11100%Jan 11100%Jan 2199%Jan 2199%oppressiveoppressivemuggymuggymiserablemiserable
The percentage of time spent at various humidity comfort levels, categorized by dew point.
This section discusses the wide-area hourly average wind vector (speed and direction) at 10 meters above the ground. The wind experienced at any given location is highly dependent on local topography and other factors, and instantaneous wind speed and direction vary more widely than hourly averages.
The average hourly wind speed in Canaries is essentially constant during January, remaining within 0.1 miles per hour of 17.5 miles per hour throughout.
For reference, on June 21, the windiest day of the year, the daily average wind speed is 17.8 miles per hour, while on October 2, the calmest day of the year, the daily average wind speed is 13.0 miles per hour.
The highest daily average wind speed during January is 17.6 miles per hour on January 13.
Average Wind Speed in January in Canaries
Average Wind Speed in January in CanariesJan11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310 mph0 mph5 mph5 mph20 mph20 mph25 mph25 mph30 mph30 mphDecFebJan 1317. 6 mphJan 1317.6 mphJan 117.4 mphJan 117.4 mphJan 3117.4 mphJan 3117.4 mph
The average of mean hourly wind speeds (dark gray line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
The hourly average wind direction in Canaries throughout January is predominantly from the east, with a peak proportion of 98% on January 13.
Wind Direction in January in Canaries
Wind Direction in January in CanariesJan11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%100%20%80%40%60%60%40%80%20%100%0%DecFebeast
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The percentage of hours in which the mean wind direction is from each of the four cardinal wind directions, excluding hours in which the mean wind speed is less than 1.0 mph. The lightly tinted areas at the boundaries are the percentage of hours spent in the implied intermediate directions (northeast, southeast, southwest, and northwest).
Canaries is located near a large body of water (e.g., ocean, sea, or large lake). This section reports on the wide-area average surface temperature of that water.
The average surface water temperature in Canaries is essentially constant during January, remaining around 80°F throughout.
Average Water Temperature in January in Canaries
Average Water Temperature in January in CanariesJan112233445566778899101011111212131314141515161617171818191920202121222223232424252526262727282829293030313179°F79°F80°F80°F81°F81°F82°F82°F83°F83°F84°F84°FDecFebJan 181°FJan 181°FJan 3180°FJan 3180°FJan 1181°FJan 1181°FJan 2180°FJan 2180°F
The daily average water temperature (purple line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
Definitions of the growing season vary throughout the world, but for the purposes of this report, we define it as the longest continuous period of non-freezing temperatures (≥ 32°F) in the year (the calendar year in the Northern Hemisphere, or from July 1 until June 30 in the Southern Hemisphere).
Temperatures in Canaries are sufficiently warm year round that it is not entirely meaningful to discuss the growing season in these terms. We nevertheless include the chart below as an illustration of the distribution of temperatures experienced throughout the year.
Time Spent in Various Temperature Bands and the Growing Season in January in Canaries
Time Spent in Various Temperature Bands and the Growing Season in January in CanariesJan11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310%100%10%90%20%80%30%70%40%60%50%50%60%40%70%30%80%20%90%10%100%0%DecFeb100%Jan 16100%Jan 16warmhotcomfortable
frigid 15°F freezing 32°F very cold 45°F cold 55°F cool 65°F comfortable 75°F warm 85°F hot 95°F sweltering
The percentage of time spent in various temperature bands. The black line is the percentage chance that a given day is within the growing season.
Growing degree days are a measure of yearly heat accumulation used to predict plant and animal development, and defined as the integral of warmth above a base temperature, discarding any excess above a maximum temperature. In this report, we use a base of 50°F and a cap of 86°F.
The average accumulated growing degree days in Canaries are rapidly increasing during January, increasing by 855°F, from 30°F to 884°F, over the course of the month.
Growing Degree Days in January in Canaries
Growing Degree Days in January in CanariesJan1122334455667788991010111112121313141415151616171718181919202021212222232324242525262627272828292930303131100°F100°F200°F200°F300°F300°F400°F400°F500°F500°F600°F600°F700°F700°F800°F800°F900°F900°FDecFebJan 130°FJan 130°FJan 31884°FJan 31884°FJan 11316°FJan 11316°FJan 21601°FJan 21601°F
The average growing degree days accumulated over the course of January, with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
This section discusses the total daily incident shortwave solar energy reaching the surface of the ground over a wide area, taking full account of seasonal variations in the length of the day, the elevation of the Sun above the horizon, and absorption by clouds and other atmospheric constituents. Shortwave radiation includes visible light and ultraviolet radiation.
The average daily incident shortwave solar energy in Canaries is gradually increasing during January, rising by 0.6 kWh, from 5.4 kWh to 6.0 kWh, over the course of the month.
Average Daily Incident Shortwave Solar Energy in January in Canaries
Average Daily Incident Shortwave Solar Energy in January in CanariesJan11223344556677889910101111121213131414151516161717181819192020212122222323242425252626272728282929303031310 kWh0 kWh2 kWh2 kWh3 kWh3 kWh4 kWh4 kWh5 kWh5 kWh5 kWh5 kWh6 kWh6 kWh7 kWh7 kWhDecFebJan 15.4 kWhJan 15.4 kWhJan 316.0 kWhJan 316.0 kWhJan 165. 7 kWhJan 165.7 kWh
The average daily shortwave solar energy reaching the ground per square meter (orange line), with 25th to 75th and 10th to 90th percentile bands.
For the purposes of this report, the geographical coordinates of Canaries are 13.902 deg latitude, -61.065 deg longitude, and 39 ft elevation.
The topography within 2 miles of Canaries contains very significant variations in elevation, with a maximum elevation change of 1,867 feet and an average elevation above sea level of 350 feet. Within 10 miles contains very significant variations in elevation (3,025 feet). Within 50 miles contains large variations in elevation (3,993 feet).
The area within 2 miles of Canaries is covered by water (51%) and trees (42%), within 10 miles by water (62%) and trees (25%), and within 50 miles by water (95%).
This report illustrates the typical weather in Canaries, based on a statistical analysis of historical hourly weather reports and model reconstructions from January 1, 1980 to December 31, 2016.
Temperature and Dew Point
There are 2 weather stations near enough to contribute to our estimation of the temperature and dew point in Canaries.
For each station, the records are corrected for the elevation difference between that station and Canaries according to the International Standard Atmosphere , and by the relative change present in the MERRA-2 satellite-era reanalysis between the two locations.
The estimated value at Canaries is computed as the weighted average of the individual contributions from each station, with weights proportional to the inverse of the distance between Canaries and a given station.
The stations contributing to this reconstruction are:
George F. L. Charles Airport (TLPC, 63%, 9 mi, northeast, -33 ft elevation change)
Hewanorra International Airport (TLPL, 37%, 13 mi, southeast, -7 ft elevation change)
To get a sense of how much these sources agree with each other, you can view a comparison of Canaries and the stations that contribute to our estimates of its temperature history and climate. Please note that each source’s contribution is adjusted for elevation and the relative change present in the MERRA-2 data.
Other Data
All data relating to the Sun’s position (e.g., sunrise and sunset) are computed using astronomical formulas from the book, Astronomical Algorithms 2nd Edition , by Jean Meeus.
All other weather data, including cloud cover, precipitation, wind speed and direction, and solar flux, come from NASA’s MERRA-2 Modern-Era Retrospective Analysis . This reanalysis combines a variety of wide-area measurements in a state-of-the-art global meteorological model to reconstruct the hourly history of weather throughout the world on a 50-kilometer grid.
Land Use data comes from the Global Land Cover SHARE database , published by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
Elevation data comes from the Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) , published by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Names, locations, and time zones of places and some airports come from the GeoNames Geographical Database .
Time zones for airports and weather stations are provided by AskGeo.com .
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Florida and the Canary Islands are considered some of the places with the best climate in the world.
They are located at the same latitude on both sides of the Atlantic, and in many aspects they have very similar types of climate.
Literally, both are located where the subtropical meets the tropical climate zone.
However, Florida covers much bigger territory so from this point of view it has more diverse climate.
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For example, the northernmost parts of Florida have significantly colder climate than the Canary Islands while Florida Key, which is located in the southernmost part of the state, is a bit warmer.
Precipitations
Plaza de España, Santa Cruz de Tenerife by Marcus Buchwald
The main difference between the weather in Florida and that of the Canary Islands is the precipitation.
While Florida receives extremely heavy and intense rainfalls, especially during the summer months, the Canary Islands are much more moderate in this respect, and many parts of the islands are even dry.
Some areas have practically semi-arid tropical climate and rainfall are rare.
The precipitations in Miami, Florida, vary between 52 mm in December and 210 mm in June.
Meanwhile, the precipitations in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria vary between 0 mm in July and 25 mm in January.
Humidity in Florida and the Canary Islands
Orlando, Florida by Chad Sparkes
The humidity in Florida is much higher than that of the Canary Islands.
This makes the air heavy and the heat – exhausting, especially during the summer months.
In the morning hours, when the humidity in Florida is highest, it generally ranges between 79 and 91%, depending on the location.
In the coastal areas of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, on the Canary Islands, the average humidity usually ranges between 55 and 66% during the year.
This difference between Florida and the Canary Islands makes the weather of the Canaries much more enjoyable and easily tolerated under the same temperatures.
Daytime temperatures
Las Teresitas beach, Tenerife by Marc Veraart
The average temperatures in Florida are very similar with those on the Canary Islands.
For example, in January the daytime temperature in Florida is respectively 21°C in Tampa and 23-24°C in Miami, while Costa Adeje, in the Southwest of Tenerife, experiences usually around 22°C during the day.
Meanwhile, the average daytime summer temperatures reach 31°C in Miami and 35°C in Tampa in July, while in Las Palmas on the Canary Islands they are about 31°C in August.
However, we still have to mention that Florida falls within two very different climate zones and there are huge differences between the North and the South of the state.
Number of sunny days
Sunny Isles and Aventura Skyline, Florida by Jimmy Baikovicius
The sunlight that falls over the Canary Islands and Florida is approximately equally strong.
The reason is that the light falls at the same angle in both locations as a result of the similar distance from the equator.
The difference in the number of sunny hours during the year is insignificant.
For example, in Tampa in December the number of sunny hours is 192, while in the same month in Santa Cruz de Tenerife it is 168 hours.
As you can see, there is a little difference in favor of Florida.
In summer, however, the situation is just the opposite. The sunniest month in Tampa is May.
It receives 315 hours of sunshine. At the same time, the sunniest month on the Canaries is July when Santa Cruz de Tenerife receives around 337 hours of sun shining.
The reason for the difference is that most of the cloudy and rainy days in Florida occur in summer, while on the Canaries they are in winter.
Snowfall in Florida and the Canary Islands
Presa de Chira, Gran Canaria by El Coleccionista de Instantes Fotografía & Video
Snowfalls are not typical neither in Florida nor on the Canary Islands.
In fact, over the Canaries sometimes really falls snow but only in the mountains and never along the coast.
The lowest temperature ever in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is 8,1°C, which is too warm for snowfalls. The situation in sunny Florida is not very different.
Described as the land of eternal summer, Florida still remembers snowfalls in the distant past.
For example, in Tampa the last snow cover was formed in January, 1977.
In the northern parts of Florida snowfalls are quite possible and definitely could happen during colder winters. However, this is something that really happens very rarely.
Seawater temperature
Fort Lauderdale beach, Florida by Mauricio Lima
One of the greatest differences between Florida and the Canary Islands is the seawater temperature.
The difference comes from the fact that along the coast of Florida passes the warm Florida current, which is a part of the Gulfstream.
Unlike Florida, the Canary Islands are strongly influenced by the cold Canary current, which brings much cooler waters.
For example, in January the seawater temperature along the coast of Miami is usually between 22 and 25°C, while at the same time the water off the shores of Tenerife is between 18 and 22°C.
In August and September the sea surface temperatures off the coast of Tenerife is between 22 and 25°C, similarly to the winter water temperature in Miami.
At the same time, the ocean water along the coast of Miami reaches 29 – 31°C in August and September!
Number of sunny days
Canary Islands in December by Thomas Depenbusch
Miami enjoys approximately around 249 sunny days per year, and according to statistics, approximately 74 of them are completely sunny and cloudless, and the rest are partially sunny.
The Southwest of Tenerife (Playa de las Americas) and in the Southwest of Gran Canaria (Puerto Rico) experience approximately 320 days of sunshine a year.
The number of grey cloudy days is 45-46. Another advantage is that the number of completely cloudless days is significantly bigger than in Miami.
Hurricanes
Summer storm, Navarre, Florida by M.M.Meeks
Although the Canary Islands and Florida have the same geographical location, they differ significantly from each other when it comes to hurricanes.
The warm ocean waters off the coast of Florida give additional power to the tropical storms, making the region one of the most frequently affected by hurricanes in the world.
In the area of the Canary Islands in turn, hurricanes are a very rare phenomenon.
Of course, they are not completely impossible, but if there is a place south of the 30th parallel, where hurricanes happen really rarely, it is definitely the Canary Islands.
Usually the archipelago is not affected by hurricanes even when similar storms occur in the region.
On the one side, hurricanes do not happen often around the northwest coast of Africa.
On the other hand, even in cases when the Canaries are affected, the air masses tend to push the storms to the west of the shore of Africa, which strongly reduces their power.
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Best Time for Canary Islands Cruises (Climate Chart and Table)
On this page, you will find information about the climate and the best time to visit Canary Islands Cruises. We created climate tables and charts for the locations of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Madeira, Fuerteventura und La Palma. These contain details about temperatures, precipitation and more.
Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Canary Islands Cruises for your holiday.
Climate Overview
12 °C to 29 °C
17 °C to 23 °C
0 – 4.06 in (0 – 9 Days of Rain)
Average Annual Temperature is between 18.7 °C (Madeira) and 21.1 °C (Tenerife)
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General and popular routes
Table of Contents
1. General and popular routes
2. Best Time to Travel for Canary Islands Cruises: Overview
3. When is the best time to travel for Canary Islands cruises?
4. Perfect Travel Time for the Regions
5. Climate Chart Canary Islands Cruises
5. 1 Climate Chart Tenerife
5.2 Climate Chart Gran Canaria
5.3 Climate Chart Madeira
5.4 Climate Chart Fuerteventura
5.5 Climate Chart La Palma
5.6 Compare Climate of Regions
6. Climate Tables Canary Islands Cruises
7. Popular Activities
7.1 More Attractions
8. Current Weather and Forecast
9. Cruises: Regions
10. Experiences of our Visitors
11. Share your Experience and Win
Canary Islands cruises, i.e. trips along the Canary Islands, have always been one of the most important and popular cruise routes of all.
Depending on the length and season, the classic cruising areas of the Canary Islands are combined with other destinations in the Mediterranean. The major shipping companies such as TUI Cruises, AIDA, Costa Cruises, MSC, Hapag Lloyd or Norwegian Cruise Line also offer other seasonal combinations.
Canary Islands cruises sometimes lead as far as Morocco or even Cape Town in South Africa. Other popular routes include mainland Spain, the Balearic Islands, Cape Verde and Portuguese islands such as Madeira.
Classical, mostly one-week Canary Islands cruises mainly include the core area of the Canary Islands: Gran Canaria, La Palma, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Tenerife. Occasionally, the small island of El Hierro is also visited.
Starting point is often the port city Las Palmas on Gran Canaria. Other important cruise ports in the Canary Islands are Santa Cruz and Los Cristianos in Tenerife, Arrecife and Marina Rubicon in Lanzarote, Santa Cruz de La Palma, San Sebastián in La Gomera, Puerto del Rosario and Corralejo Port in Fuerteventura and Puerto de la Estaca (El Hierro).
Beach Vacation in March
Diani Beach
29 °C 33 °C
2.2 in
Ko Samui
28 °C 31 °C
2. 01 in
Maldives
28 °C 31 °C
2.87 in
Playa del Carmen
26 °C 30 °C
1.1 in
Best Time to Visit Canary Islands Cruises: Overview
JanuaryJan
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a little wet, but pleasingly mild
FebruaryFeb
Good time to traveltime
a little wet, but pleasingly mild
MarchMar
Good time to traveltime
a little wet, but pleasingly mild
AprilApr
Good time to traveltime
mostly Perfectmostly perfect climate on the Canary Islands
MayMay
Best time to traveltime
PerfectPerf. climate on the Canary Islands
JuneJun
Best time to traveltime
PerfectPerf. climate on the Canary Islands
JulyJul
Best time to traveltime
PerfectPerf. climate on the Canary Islands
AugustAug
Best time to traveltime
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SeptemberSep
Best time to traveltime
PerfectPerf. climate on the Canary Islands
OctoberOct
Best time to traveltime
PerfectPerf. climate on the Canary Islands
NovemberNov
Good time to traveltime
a little wet, but pleasingly mild
DecemberDec
Good time to traveltime
a little wet, but pleasingly mild
When is the best time to travel for Canary Islands cruises?
The climate in the Canary Islands is mainly subtropical and is often referred to as “eternal spring”. Even in high summer it rarely gets unbearably hot, while the weather remains pleasantly mild even in winter. These characteristics make the Canary Islands the perfect area for cruises all year round!
We particularly recommend all those months in which the rest of Europe has much worse weather to offer. Therefore, spring and autumn, especially the months of April and May as well as September and October, are considered the best travel seasons for Canary Islands cruises.
But of course the summer and winter in the Canary Islands also have their own special charm. While in July and August the main focus is on bathing fun, in winter walks and hikes through the fantastic landscapes are among the absolute highlights.
Nevertheless, it should be noted that the winter in the Canary Islands is considerably wetter than the summer months. The rainy months are November, December, January and February. We therefore generally recommend the period from mid-March to the end of October as the ideal time for a cruise along the Canary Islands.
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Canary Islands Cruises) in the following overview.
Location
Best Time to Travel
Tenerife
all except January, February, and December
Gran Canaria
all except January, February, and December
Madeira
May, June, July, August, September, and October
Fuerteventura
all except January, February, and December
La Palma
May, June, July, August, September, and October
Climate Charts Canary Islands Cruises
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
Show Climate Chart for TenerifeGran CanariaMadeiraFuerteventuraLa PalmaComparison Day TemperaturesComparison Night TemperaturesComparison Average TemperaturesComparison Water TemperaturesComparison PrecipitationComparison Hours of SunshineShow all
Tenerife
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Gran Canaria
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Madeira
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Fuerteventura
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La Palma
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Day Temperatures
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Night Temperatures
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Average Temperatures
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Water Temperatures
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Precipitation
Hours of Sunshine per Day
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Climate Tables Canary Islands Cruises
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Canary Islands Cruises, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.
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Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Tenerife (Canary Islands Cruises)
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Day Temperature
21°
21°
22°
22°
24°
26°
29°
29°
28°
26°
24°
22°
Night Temperature
15°
15°
16°
16°
17°
19°
21°
21°
21°
20°
18°
16°
Water Temperature
19°
18°
18°
18°
19°
20°
21°
22°
23°
23°
21°
20°
Precipitation (inch)
1. 46
1.34
0.94
0.63
0.16
0.04
0
0.04
0.35
0.71
1.5
2.05
Rainy days
5
5
5
3
1
0
0
0
1
3
5
6
Hours of Sunshine
6
7
7
8
9
10
11
10
8
7
6
6
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Tenerife is 21.1 °C.
For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17. 9 °C
Warmest month: August (25.1 °C) Coldest month: January (18 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Tenerife is 23 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible): all months
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation): July, August, September, October, and November
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 9.21 inch on 34 rainy days
For comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Tenerife.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 10.8 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 7.8 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Gran Canaria (Canary Islands Cruises)
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Day Temperature
20°
21°
21°
22°
22°
24°
25°
26°
26°
26°
24°
22°
Night Temperature
16°
16°
17°
17°
18°
20°
21°
22°
22°
21°
19°
17°
Water Temperature
19°
18°
18°
18°
19°
20°
21°
22°
23°
23°
21°
20°
Precipitation (inch)
0. 59
0.79
0.43
0.24
0.12
0.04
0
0
0.2
0.35
0.79
0.83
Rainy days
4
3
3
2
1
0
0
0
1
3
4
5
Hours of Sunshine
6
7
7
8
8
9
10
9
8
7
6
6
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Gran Canaria is 21 °C.
Warmest month: September (24. 3 °C) Coldest month: January (18.4 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Gran Canaria is 23 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible): all months
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation): July, August, September, October, and November
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 4.37 inch on 26 rainy days
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Gran Canaria.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 9.5 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 7.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Madeira (Canary Islands Cruises)
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Day Temperature
19°
19°
20°
20°
21°
22°
24°
26°
26°
24°
22°
20°
Night Temperature
13°
13°
13°
13°
15°
17°
18°
19°
19°
18°
16°
14°
Water Temperature
18°
17°
17°
17°
18°
20°
21°
22°
23°
22°
20°
19°
Precipitation (inch)
4. 06
3.43
2.52
1.54
0.75
0.47
0.08
0.12
1.46
2.95
3.98
3.94
Rainy days
8
9
7
5
3
2
0
1
3
6
8
9
Hours of Sunshine
5
5
6
6
7
5
7
8
7
6
5
5
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Madeira is 18.7 °C.
Warmest month: August (22. 3 °C) Coldest month: February (16 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Madeira is 23 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible): all months
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation): July, August, September, and October
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 25.28 inch on 61 rainy days
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Madeira.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, August is the sunniest month with an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 5.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Fuerteventura (Canary Islands Cruises)
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Day Temperature
20°
21°
23°
24°
25°
26°
29°
29°
28°
27°
25°
21°
Night Temperature
14°
13°
13°
14°
16°
18°
19°
20°
20°
18°
17°
15°
Water Temperature
20°
19°
19°
19°
20°
21°
21°
22°
23°
23°
21°
20°
Rainy days
7
4
3
2
1
0
0
0
1
4
6
6
Hours of Sunshine
6
7
7
8
9
11
11
11
9
7
6
6
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Fuerteventura is 20. 6 °C.
Warmest month: August (24.5 °C) Coldest month: January (17 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Fuerteventura is 23 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible): all months
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation): June, July, August, September, October, and November
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, June is the sunniest month with an average of 11 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 8.2 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in La Palma (Canary Islands Cruises)
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Day Temperature
21°
21°
22°
23°
24°
24°
25°
26°
26°
26°
23°
22°
Night Temperature
12°
12°
12°
12°
13°
15°
16°
17°
17°
17°
15°
13°
Water Temperature
19°
18°
18°
19°
20°
21°
22°
23°
23°
23°
22°
20°
Precipitation (inch)
1. 54
1.73
0.83
0.75
0.31
0.12
0.04
0.2
0.63
2.09
2.8
2.72
Rainy days
7
6
3
2
1
1
0
1
2
6
8
8
Hours of Sunshine
5
6
6
7
7
8
8
8
7
6
5
5
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in La Palma is 19 °C.
Warmest month: August (21. 9 °C) Coldest month: February (16.5 °C)
The maximum water temperature in La Palma is 23 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible): all months
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation): June, July, August, September, October, and November
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 13.74 inch on 45 rainy days
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in La Palma.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 8.4 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 6.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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Hottest Month July: 29 °C Day Temperature in Fuerteventura
Coldest Month February: 12 °C Night Temperature in La Palma
Rainiest Month January: 4.06 in Rain in Madeira
Driest Month July: 0 in Rain in Tenerife
Maximum Water Temperature September: 23 °C Water Temperature in Tenerife
Sunniest Month June: 11 hours/day Sunshine in Fuerteventura
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1730 mi
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Weather in the Canary Islands in January / Sea water temperature / Weather map
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Canary Islands in January on the weather map
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This weather map is fully interactive. You can switch months, as well as zoom and move the visible area of the map to view other resorts.
This table will help you determine which Canary Islands resorts are warmest in January, find out where there is less rain and more clear days.
Do you want to know where is the warmest sea? We also provide information about the water temperature in seaside resorts.
Resort name
Air temperature day / night
Cloudy
Rainy days / rainfall
Sea water temperature
Solar clock *
Adeje
19. 6°C
15.1°C
14.5%
–
20.1°C
10 a.m. 03m.
Guia de Isora
18.3°C
14.5°C
15.1%
–
20.1°C
09h. 58m.
Golf del Sur
20.3°C
17.6°C
12.5%
–
20.0°C
10 a.m. 16m.
Gran Canaria
20.3°C
16.9°C
18.5%
–
19.5°C
09h. 38m.
canisu
17.9°C
16.3°C
44.3%
2 days (46.5 mm.)
19.0°C
06h. 43m.
Corralejo
19.3°C
17.7°C
28.6%
–
19.1°C
08h. 31m.
Costa Adeje
20.5°C
17.4°C
13.0%
–
20. 1°C
10 a.m. 12m.
La Palma
19.1°C
17.3°C
28.0%
1 day (18.7 mm.)
20.3°C
08h. 35m.
La Orotava
18.8°C
15.3°C
28.2%
1 day (24.3 mm.)
19.9°C
08h. 35m.
Lanzarote
19.1°C
17.1°C
30.1%
–
19.1°C
08h. 21m.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
19.6°C
17.0°C
29.3%
–
19.6°C
08h. 28m.
Los Gigantes
19.8°C
15.9°C
14.5%
–
20.1°C
10 a.m. 02m.
Los Cristianos
20.7°C
17.7°C
12.9%
–
20.1°C
10 a.m. 13m.
Madeira
15.3°C
14.6°C
44.4%
1 day (45.7 mm.)
19.1°C
06h. 42m.
Maspalomas
20.0°C
17.3°C
18.0%
–
19.6°C
09h. 42m.
Playa de San Augustin
20.2°C
17.3°C
18.4%
–
19.6°C
09h. 39m.
Playa del Inglés
20.0°C
17.3°C
17.9%
–
19.6°C
09h. 42m.
Playa de Las Americas
20.7°C
17.8°C
12.9%
–
20.1°C
10 a.m. 13m.
Porto Santo
17.9°C
17.2°C
49.6%
1 day (40.3 mm.)
18.7°C
06h. 09m.
Puerto de la Cruz
19. 7°C
16.1°C
24.5%
–
19.9°C
08h. 58m.
Puerto de Mogan
20.3°C
17.5°C
15.9%
–
19.7°C
09h. 55m.
Puerto del Carmen
19.3°C
17.4°C
29.0%
–
19.0°C
08h. 27m.
Puerto de Santiago
20.3°C
16.2°C
13.7%
–
20.1°C
10 a.m. 07m.
Santa Cruz de la Palma
19.2°C
17.3°C
27.9%
1 day (18.6 mm.)
20.1°C
08h. 36m.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
19.2°C
16.8°C
30.5%
–
19.8°C
08h. 20m.
Tenerife
16.4°C
12.9°C
29. 8%
1 day (26.6 mm.)
19.9°C
08h. 25m.
Funchal
15.3°C
14.6°C
44.6%
1 day (46.1 mm.)
19.1°C
06h. 41m.
Fuerteventura
19.4°C
17.1°C
26.3%
–
19.1°C
08h. 47m.
El Medano
20.2°C
16.9°C
14.5%
–
19.9°C
10 a.m. 03m.
Sundial is an indicator that displays the average number of hours per day during which direct sunlight reaches the earth’s surface. This indicator is influenced by both the length of daylight hours and cloud cover in the daytime.
Weather in Tenerife in January – Beach holidays – Canary Islands / HB
All the best beaches of the island are concentrated on the south coast Spain. And everyone who is going to the Canary Islands at this time of the year is tormented by the same main question: how is the weather there?
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Perhaps the best answer to this question was the commander of the Boeing-737, on which we flew from Madrid at the end of December: “Now it’s sunny, breezy and pleasant in Tenerife. ” And so it was all seven days while we were on the island. And so it will be all winter. Although January is considered the coldest month in all the Canary Islands and in Tenerife, the largest island of the archipelago, too. Therefore, for those who fly here to “warm the bones” in January, the geography of Tenerife narrows down to its southern part, the only one suitable for a beach holiday, while in the north, west and east of the island the Atlantic winds rage, fog thickens and it rains.
The secret of a wonderful climate is the dormant volcano Teide, 3718 meters high. The mountain covers the southern part of the island from fierce winter winds and creates a special microclimate of “eternal spring” with +22 in the shade and +30 in the sun. And so — 365 days a year.
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To tell the truth, we did not believe until recently that you can swim in the January ocean. It turned out that it is possible and necessary. To do this, the Spaniards have done a truly titanic job: they have invested millions of euros in the infrastructure of the southern coast and turned natural bays into ideal lagoons. Bulk breakwaters made of stone blocks form artificial marinas with ideal beaches inside. The surface of the water in them is calm, like in a pool, and its temperature does not fall below +21 degrees.
The secret of a wonderful climate is a dormant volcano
In a word, all the best beaches of the island are concentrated on the southern coast of Tenerife. Their endless chain starts from Playa de Los Cristianos and stretches for ten kilometers to Playa del Duque. For every taste: with black volcanic sand or light, more familiar to us, brought from the Sahara. Windless bays alternate with windswept beaches with waves for surfers. All beaches are accessible and free, by default.
There are many elderly people on the island. And this is perhaps the main distinguishing feature of Tenerife and the entire archipelago from other southern and warm islands. I think that the idea of a year-round holiday in the Canary Islands was originally born as a concept for a pan-European resort for European retirees. Flying somewhere far away to exotic countries is not safe for them, being outside of Europe is less comfortable. But that was a long time ago, in the middle of the last century. Now the Canary Islands are a Spanish mega-project, a year-round resort not only for those who are over… Walking along the embankments, you can follow the waves of investment, one after another, all the way to Las Americas, a fashionable resort in the south of the island.
Initially, the entire public space in Tenerife was conceived without steps, so that it would be possible to move not only on foot. Thanks to this, mobile chairs are scurrying along the embankments and streets with those who have long ceased to worry about the boundaries of their retirement age. Wheelchair parking lots next to petanque fields. A funny scene from life on the embankment: two English pensioners are considering the price of a pint of beer – 1 euro. Both do not believe. They ask the seller again. Something is recalculated on a calculator. After that, one of them says in amazement to the other: “In Manchester, for one euro, I can only buy three boxes of matches.” What is Diet No. 5.
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Т op -3 attractions of the island
Teide volcano is the main attraction of Tenerife. Climbing to its top, descending and walking around the neighborhood is an activity for the whole day. I would emphasize that the Teide National Park is considered one of the best places in the world for astrotourism. The chance to visit the largest solar observatory does not fall out so often – use it.
Spending an evening and a night in the volcano’s caldera, watching the stars, seeing the sunrise is worth a lot. The Parador de las Canadas del Teide seems to be designed to test the words of E.M. Remarque: “At midnight, the universe smells of stars.” We checked with the help of two telescopes of the hotel, a crystal clear sky (read – luck) and a bottle of aged tempranillo to boot. Classic was right.
L oro R arch is attraction number 2. In January, for the sake of the zoo in the north, one will have to sacrifice one warm sunny day in the south.
And attraction number 3, in my opinion – embankment – promenade , not mentioned in any guidebook or website. It starts in Los Cristianos and repeats all the curves of the coast, ending in La Caleta. Nine kilometers of an impeccable embankment without drops and steps, along which a human river goes, rolls, moves, flows. On one hand – the blue of the ocean with beaches and breeze, on the other – an endless agglomeration of white hotels, black volcanic rock, green palm trees, restaurants, terraces, boutiques and even a functioning Swedish church right on the waterfront.
Photo: travelers.in.ua
Canarian specialties
Traditional Canarian mojo sauces – green mojo verde and red mojo rojo – are sold everywhere, both in dry form and in mixtures. Served with everything and as a separate dish – with small Canarian potatoes, the size of a quail egg, boiled in their uniforms. Canarian red bell peppers are a vegetable attraction of the island. Such taste and fleshiness can only be obtained on fertile volcanic soil.
In January you can see a rainbow on Tanerife. Photo: flickr.com/tmb2610
Where to swim in Tenerife in January
The western resorts of Tenerife are best for swimming in January: Playa de la Arena, Alcala and Los Gigantes. The dark sand heats up quickly in the sun, and the mountains protect the west coast from strong winds and rain. The water temperature in the ocean is about 20 ° C, and on the main beaches, especially in the bays, it warms up even warmer.
To protect yourself from the vagaries of nature, choose hotels with heated pools, see my selection. You can swim in any weather.
Dining
Eating establishments are mostly European, but typical Spanish restaurants with local specialties can be found.
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In restaurants or hotels…
Breakfast – desayuno – presented by a buffet.
Lunch – komida – consists mainly of 2 courses, is held from 13:00 to 15:00.
Dinner is served later, from about 21:00.
In restaurants, you can usually pay by card, in small establishments – only in cash.
Weather in the mountains and Mount Teide in January
In January, there is snow on the top of Mount Teide. Sometimes snow falls in the Teide National Park itself, at the height of the lower cable car station.
When you arrive in Tenerife, you will most likely want to climb the Teide. Please note that the average temperature on the Teide in January is below zero, and sometimes drops to minus 5-10 °C. Don’t forget warm clothes and shoes.
Tip: The cable car is often closed in winter due to weather conditions. If you want to use it, check the current information on the mode of operation on the site.
Weather on the south coast of Tenerife in January
The weather in the resort towns of the south coast in January is almost the same, so for example, I give information on the weather in Costa Adeje. This is a good option for families and holidays with children in January in Tenerife.
The air temperature on the south coast of Tenerife in January
The air temperature in the southern part of Tenerife, in the Costa Adeje area, in the shade during the day is about 21 °C, it is much warmer in the sun. At night the temperature drops to 15°C.
Water temperature on the south coast of Tenerife in January
The water temperature in January on the Costa Adeje decreases from 20.5°C at the beginning of January to about 19.4°C at the end.
The number of sunny days on the south coast of Tenerife in January
The average number of sunny days for the last 5 years on the south coast of Tenerife in Costa Adeje is 28 days. The length of daylight hours is 10.4-10.9 hours.
Number of rainy days on the south coast of Tenerife in January
There have been almost no rainy days in January in Costa Adeje for the last 5 years. Sometimes it is cloudy, but not more than 3 days a month. The amount of precipitation is not more than 5.2 mm per month.
The average wind speed on the south coast of Tenerife in January in Costa Adeje
The average wind speed over the past 5 years on the south coast of Tenerife in Costa Adeje is 4.8 m/s, which is approximately the same as the average annual level.
June
June is considered the last month for a calm, measured and secluded holiday in the Canary Islands. The fact is that in a month there will be a lot of people at these fabulous resorts. Tourists from all over the world will leave their worries at home and rush to the white sand and warm ocean waters. However, already in June in the Canary Islands, the ideal weather sets in for a flawless bronze tan.
This is interesting: Note that it is not necessary to use sunscreen and other means for burns here, since the Canarian sun works “in a gentle mode” all year round.
The average daily temperature is +28°C, at night +25°C, the water warms up to +23°C.
Weather on the west coast of Tenerife in January
The air temperature on the west coast of Tenerife in January in Playa de la Arena
The air temperature in the west of Tenerife, in the area of the resorts of Puerto de Santiago, Playa de la Arena and Los Gigantes, during the day in the shade is about 20 ° C, in the sun it is noticeable warmer. But at night the temperature drops to 10-15°C.
The water temperature on the west coast of Tenerife in January in Playa de la Arena
The water temperature in January on the west coast of Tenerife, near the resorts of Playa de la Arena, Los Gigantes and Puerto de Santiago drops from 20.5 ° C in early January up to about 19. 4°C at the end.
The number of sunny days on the west coast of Tenerife in January
The average number of sunny days for the last 5 years on the west coast of Tenerife in Puerto de Santiago is 27 days. The length of daylight hours is 10.4-10.8 hours.
Number of rainy days on the west coast of Tenerife in January
Over the past 5 years, there have been almost no rainy days on the west coast of Tenerife in the area of Puerto de Santiago in January. Sometimes it is cloudy, but not more than 3 days a month. The amount of precipitation is no more than 6 mm per month, which is slightly less than on the southern coast.
Average wind speed on the west coast of Tenerife in January
The average wind speed over the past 5 years on the west coast of Tenerife in the area of Puerto de Santiago is 4.7 m/s, which is approximately the same as the average annual level.
July
Even in the midst of summer, in July, the resorts of the Canaries continue to defend the glory of the archipelago as spring. Even on Fuerteventura, an island famous for its sand dunes, formed thanks to the palpable breath of the Sahara desert, the African heat is nowhere near. Underwater ocean currents cool the Canarian air to a comfortable temperature. That is, there are no even the slightest climatic obstacles for an unforgettable vacation.
The average daily temperature is +29°C, at night +27°C, the water warms up to +23°C.
Weather on the east coast of Tenerife in January
Air temperature on the east coast of Tenerife in January
Air temperature on the east coast of Tenerife, in the El Medano resort area, in the daytime in the shade is about 20 °C. At night the temperature drops to 15°C.
The water temperature on the west coast of Tenerife in January at El Medano
The water temperature in January on the west coast of Tenerife, in the resort area of El Medano, drops from 20.6 ° C in early January to about 19.2 ° C towards the end of the month .
The number of sunny days on the east coast of Tenerife in January
The average number of sunny days for the last 5 years on the east coast of Tenerife in El Medano is 26 days. The length of daylight hours is 10.4-10.9 hours.
Number of rainy days on the east coast of Tenerife in January
Over the past 5 years, there have been almost no rainy days on the east coast of Tenerife in El Medano in January. Sometimes it is cloudy and overcast, but not more than 5 days a month. The amount of precipitation is not more than 7.4 mm per month.
The average wind speed on the east coast of Tenerife in January
The average wind speed over the past 5 years on the east coast of Tenerife in El Medano is 5.5 m/s, which generally corresponds to the average annual levels.
February
Are you behind two long and cold winter months? It’s time to take care of your own health and cheer yourself up. And to do it not just anywhere, but in one of the heavenly corners of our planet – on some of the Canary Islands. Flying from the Russian winter to the summer conditions of the February Canaries, you do not have to be afraid of a sharp change in temperature – the probability of a painful and unpleasant acclimatization process tends to zero. On the contrary, the fresh, clean and warm air of the islands of the archipelago in a matter of days will fill your tired body with new strength, energy and make you feel much better.
The average daily temperature is +23°C, at night +19°C, the water warms up to +20°C.
Weather in the north of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
The main resort of the north of Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz, does not please with warm weather in January.
The air temperature in the north of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
The air temperature in the north of Tenerife, near the resort of Puerto de la Cruz, during the day in the shade is slightly less than 20 °C. At night the temperature drops to 10-15°C.
Water temperatures in the north of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
The water temperature in January in the north of Tenerife, near the resort of Puerto de la Cruz, gradually decreases from 20. 6 ° C in early January to about 19.2 ° C in the end of the month.
The number of sunny days on the north coast of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
The average number of sunny days for the last 5 years on the north coast of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz is 20 days. The length of daylight hours is 10.4-10.8 hours.
Number of rainy days on the north coast of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
Over the past 5 years, Puerto de la Cruz had an average of one rainy day in January. At the same time, there are up to 10 cloudy days per month, and 1-2 completely cloudy ones. The amount of precipitation is about 17-18 mm per month, which is 2-3 times more than in the southern resorts.
The average wind speed on the north coast of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
The average wind speed for the last 5 years on the north coast of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz is 5 m/s, which corresponds to the average value during the year.
Excursion routes
Impressions from the trip will be incomplete without excursions. And tourists are increasingly booking excursions via the Internet. This is more convenient for several reasons. You can:
slowly read the description and reviews and choose what you like;
do not fuss and do not spend precious time on the island searching and buying excursions;
buy in advance from home and pay by card;
there is more choice online than in any agency, and prices are 15-20% lower, because no agency fee.
The most popular excursions in Tenerife this year:
Teide Volcano – 6 hours, € 132 for 1-3 people or € 42 per person if you are more than
Pirate trails to Masca village – 7 hours, € 144 for 1-2 people or € 54 per person if there are more of you;
All Tenerife in 1 day – 8 hours, € 180 for 1-3 people or € 60 per person if there are more of you;
Loro Parque – the kingdom of animals – 6 hours, € 120 for 1-2 people or € 60 per person if there are more of you;
La Gomera island – 9 hours, 106 €.
View all excursions →
Who has ever been to Tenerife will always remember the picturesque landscapes, completely unusual for the eye of a resident of Russia. This is especially true of the northern part of the island, which is buried in the greenery of tropical plants and exotic flowers.
The pearl of this splendor is the Loro Park complex. It received this name for the richest collection of these birds, of which there are at least 500 species. You can wander around the complex all day, to get acquainted with the inhabitants of the huge aquarium and zoo, watch the show of marine animals, admire the orchids in the botanical garden. Many plants of the tropics bloom in January, so the tour will be interesting. There are several cafes in the park where you can refresh yourself with dishes of Italian and Spanish cuisines, fast food. Each of them also prepares dishes for children. The price of tickets to the park is 22 euros for a child and 33 for an adult.
See how great it is in the Loro Park aquarium:
Tourists leave a lot of reviews about places such as Siam Water Park, Teide National Park with an active volcano, Miniature Park, where miniature models of the sights of the Canary Islands are presented.
Watch the miniature park video:
Don’t miss the Monkey Park tour. Here you can stroke and feed the monkeys from your hands. Tickets here are inexpensive: 5 euros for children and 10 for adults.
The most famous place on the island is the Mask Gorge. It is said that these places used to be a haven for pirates, here and now, with a certain amount of luck, you can find hidden treasures.
Walk along the gorge Masks:
Pyramids of Guimar are no less famous. You should definitely take a picture near them – they say that such a photo will bring good luck.
See the panorama of the Guimar pyramids:
Vladimir and Irina Sibiryakov, St. Petersburg:
“We are impressed with Monkey Park! Lemurs and green monkeys are so cute, they themselves climbed into our arms. We bought them food that is offered at the entrance to the park, but they refused it. But dates and bananas were snatched right out of their hands.”
What else to see in Tenerife? — talk about the sights of the island →
Weather in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January
Air temperature in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January
The capital of the island, the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, has its own special microclimate.
The air temperature in January during the day in the shade here is about 19 °C, in the sun it is somewhat warmer. Temperatures can drop to 15°C at night.
Water temperature in Santa Cruz de Tenerife on Las Teresitas beach in January
The water temperature in January at Las Teresitas beach, near Santa Cruz, gradually decreases from 20.4 ° C in early January to about 19 ,2°C at the end of January. Due to the cool wind, swimming in January is not very comfortable here.
Number of sunny days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife has an average of 17 days of sunshine over the past 5 years. The length of daylight hours is 10.4-10.8 hours.
Number of rainy days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January
There have been almost no rainy days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January for the last 5 years. However, a significant number of cloudy and overcast days, there can be up to 15 per month. The amount of precipitation is up to 16 mm per month, which is more than 2 times higher than the level in the southern resorts.
Average wind speed in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January
The average wind speed for the last 5 years in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is 5.4 m/s, which is slightly higher than the average annual value.
May
If the May holidays had no history, tourists might assume that they were created solely for the opportunity to go to the Canary Islands. Holidays in the archipelago in May are a great opportunity to soak up the beaches, enjoy the excellent infrastructure and take a deep breath of healing air before the exhausting and often difficult summer in Russia.
The average daily temperature is +26°C, at night +22°C, the water warms up to +21°C. Temp. day, °C
Temp. night, °C
Temp. water, °C
Precipitation, mm
Costa Adeje
20
On January 20, the inhabitants of the city of Adeje traditionally honor Saint Sebastian, the protector of animals. His statue is taken out to the ocean, in the waters of which the townspeople bathe their pets.
Nativity scenes are set up on the streets at Christmas.
Holidays in Tenerife in January 2019 – weather and temperature, reviews of tourists and prices for tours
Who said that winter is not the season for traveling? Don’t believe! Of course, depending on where you go. Paris or Prague at this time of the year is not for everyone: rain, cold, bare landscapes. But a trip to Spain, for example, Tenerife, in January will give new impressions and a reason to show off photos from the summer to your friends. At the beginning of the year it is warm, sunny and relatively low prices.
In January you can see a rainbow on Tanerife. Photo: flickr.com/tmb2610
January weather in Tenerife
Tenerife is called the island where eternal spring reigns. It is warm here all year round, there is a lot of sun and greenery. January is no exception. This month the air temperature on the island does not drop below 15°C. Agree, after our January frosts, this weather is just heaven.
Mean day air temperature
19-21
Average air temperature at night
16-18
Average water temperature
20-21
Average number of sunny days per month
15-18
Average rainfall per month
6-10
Average air humidity
65-70%
However, when going to Tenerife , be sure to take warm clothes with you – a pair of sweaters, a windbreaker, preferably with a hood, jeans. The weather here, of course, is more or less constant, but the island itself is as changeable as a young girl. This character is given to it by different climatic zones. The researchers counted 28 of them here. It is a common occurrence when the sun is shining in the southern part of the island, and people are languishing from the heat, while in the north it is pouring rain.
Tenerife weather forecast for January 2019.
Natalya Vasilchenko, Perm:
“The weather in Tenerife in January is surprisingly unpredictable. If you spend the whole day in one place, say, on the beach, then you can not expect surprises. And if you travel around the island, then in a day you can be under the hot sun, and in the rain, and chill to the bone in the wind.
Listen to the opinions of fellow countrymen and stock up on warm clothes. It is best to wear jeans and a T-shirt in Tenerife, and put a sweater and jacket in your bag. And don’t forget the umbrella! Then the time spent in Tenerife will not be wasted, and the exploration of the island will bring pleasure and many exciting discoveries.
What to see in Tenerife in January
What is interesting about Tenerife in January? Except sunny days and lush green landscapes the island offers its guests entertainment for every taste. In winter, almost like at any other time, there are many tourists here, especially from Europe.
Here are some ideas on how to have fun in Tenerife in January.
Holidays on the Atlantic coast
Tenerife is washed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, which is already something exotic for the inhabitants of Russia. Therefore, even in January, when the water is only 20-21°C, one should not miss the opportunity to swim in it. For those who consider this temperature too low, hotels have swimming pools, usually heated. So make sure you bring your swimsuit.
In January, the water in the sea becomes cool, only 20-21°C. Photo: flickr.com/neilward
In addition to swimming on the coast, you can find other entertainment:
The beaches of Costa Adeje, Las Americas and Los Cristianos are popular among tourists. It organizes excursions on a yacht or boat, or you can admire the local beauties from a paraglider.
Diving fans will be able to watch underwater life, and fishermen will be able to catch exotic catch from the shore or boat.
Windsurfers will experience the joy of conquering huge waves.
More about active holidays on the island →
Fans of a relaxing holiday will be able to sunbathe on the warm sand, which is also unusual for January.
Excursion routes
Impressions from the trip will be incomplete without excursions. And tourists are increasingly booking excursions via the Internet. This is more convenient for several reasons. You can:
slowly read the description and reviews and choose what you like;
do not fuss and do not spend precious time on the island searching and buying excursions;
buy in advance from home, and pay by card;
there is more choice online than in any agency, and prices are 15-20% lower, because no agency fee.
The most popular excursions in Tenerife this year:
Teide Volcano – 6 hours, € 132 for 1-3 people or €42 per person if you are more than
Pirate trails to Masca village – 7 hours, € 144 for 1-2 persons or €54 per person if there are more of you;
All Tenerife in 1 day – 8 hours, € 180 for 1-3 people or € 60 per person if there are more of you;
Loro Park – the kingdom of animals – 6 hours, € 120 for 1-2 people or € 60 per person if there are more of you;
La Gomera island – 9 hours, 106 €.
See all excursions →
Who has ever been to Tenerife will always remember the picturesque landscapes, completely unusual for the eye of a resident of Russia. This is especially true of the northern part of the island, which is buried in the greenery of tropical plants and exotic flowers.
The pearl of this magnificence is the Parrot Park (Loro Park) complex. It received this name for the richest collection of these birds, of which there are at least 500 species. You can wander around the complex all day, to get acquainted with the inhabitants of the huge aquarium and zoo, watch the show of marine animals, admire the orchids in the botanical garden. Many plants of the tropics bloom in January, so the tour will be interesting. There are several cafes in the park where you can refresh yourself with dishes of Italian and Spanish cuisines, fast food. Each of them also prepares dishes for children. The price of tickets to the park is 22 euros for a child and 33 for an adult.
See how great it is in the Loro Park Aquarium:
Tourists leave a lot of reviews about places such as Siam Water Park, Teide National Park with an active volcano, Miniature Park, where miniature models of the sights of the Canary Islands are presented.
Watch the miniature park video:
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Weather in Tenerife in January and water temperature in the resorts
Who said that winter is not the season to travel? Don’t believe! Of course, depending on where you go. Paris or Prague at this time of the year is not for everyone: rain, cold, bare landscapes. But a trip to Spain, for example, Tenerife, in January will give new impressions and a reason to show off photos from the summer to your friends. At the beginning of the year it is warm, sunny and relatively low prices.
In January you can see a rainbow on Tanerife. Photo: flickr.com/tmb2610
Where to swim in Tenerife in January
The western resorts of Tenerife are best for swimming in January: Playa de la Arena, Alcala and Los Gigantes. The dark sand heats up quickly in the sun, and the mountains protect the west coast from strong winds and rain. The water temperature in the ocean is about 20 ° C, and on the main beaches, especially in the bays, it warms up even warmer.
To protect yourself from the vagaries of nature, choose hotels with heated pools, see my selection. You can swim in any weather.
Weather in the mountains and on Mount Teide in January
In January, there is snow on the top of Mount Teide. Sometimes snow falls in the Teide National Park itself, at the height of the lower cable car station.
When you arrive in Tenerife, you will most likely want to climb the Teide. Please note that the average temperature on the Teide in January is below zero, and sometimes drops to minus 5-10 °C. Don’t forget warm clothes and shoes.
Tip: The cable car is often closed in winter due to weather conditions. If you want to use it, check the current information on the mode of operation on the site.
Weather on the south coast of Tenerife in January
The weather in the resort towns of the south coast in January is almost the same, so for example, I give information on the weather in Costa Adeje. This is a good option for families and holidays with children in January in Tenerife.
The air temperature on the south coast of Tenerife in January
The air temperature in the southern part of Tenerife, in the Costa Adeje area, in the shade during the day is about 21 °C, it is much warmer in the sun. At night the temperature drops to 15°C.
Water temperature on the south coast of Tenerife in January
The water temperature in January on the Costa Adeje decreases from 20.5°C at the beginning of January to about 19.4°C at the end.
The number of sunny days on the south coast of Tenerife in January
The average number of sunny days for the last 5 years on the south coast of Tenerife in Costa Adeje is 28 days. The length of daylight hours is 10.4-10.9 hours.
Number of rainy days on the south coast of Tenerife in January
There have been almost no rainy days in January in Costa Adeje for the last 5 years. Sometimes it is cloudy, but not more than 3 days a month. The amount of precipitation is not more than 5.2 mm per month.
The average wind speed on the south coast of Tenerife in January in Costa Adeje
The average wind speed over the past 5 years on the south coast of Tenerife in Costa Adeje is 4.8 m/s, which is approximately the same as the average annual level.
June
June is considered the last month for a calm, measured and secluded holiday in the Canary Islands. The fact is that in a month there will be a lot of people at these fabulous resorts. Tourists from all over the world will leave their worries at home and rush to the white sand and warm ocean waters. However, already in June in the Canary Islands, the ideal weather sets in for a flawless bronze tan.
This is interesting: Note that it is not necessary to use sunscreen and other means for burns here, since the Canarian sun works “in a gentle mode” all year round.
The average daily temperature is +28°C, at night +25°C, the water warms up to +23°C.
Weather on the west coast of Tenerife in January
The air temperature on the west coast of Tenerife in January in Playa de la Arena
The air temperature in the west of Tenerife, in the area of the resorts of Puerto de Santiago, Playa de la Arena and Los Gigantes, during the day in the shade is about 20 ° C, in the sun it is noticeable warmer. But at night the temperature drops to 10-15°C.
The water temperature on the west coast of Tenerife in January in Playa de la Arena
The water temperature in January on the west coast of Tenerife, near the resorts of Playa de la Arena, Los Gigantes and Puerto de Santiago drops from 20.5 ° C in early January up to about 19.4°C at the end.
The number of sunny days on the west coast of Tenerife in January
The average number of sunny days for the last 5 years on the west coast of Tenerife in Puerto de Santiago is 27 days. The length of daylight hours is 10.4-10.8 hours.
Number of rainy days on the west coast of Tenerife in January
Over the past 5 years, there have been almost no rainy days on the west coast of Tenerife in the area of Puerto de Santiago in January. Sometimes it is cloudy, but not more than 3 days a month. The amount of precipitation is no more than 6 mm per month, which is slightly less than on the southern coast.
Average wind speed on the west coast of Tenerife in January
The average wind speed over the past 5 years on the west coast of Tenerife in the area of Puerto de Santiago is 4.7 m/s, which is approximately the same as the average annual level.
July
Even in the midst of summer, in July, the resorts of the Canaries continue to defend the glory of the archipelago as spring. Even on Fuerteventura, an island famous for its sand dunes, formed thanks to the palpable breath of the Sahara desert, the African heat is nowhere near. Underwater ocean currents cool the Canarian air to a comfortable temperature. That is, there are no even the slightest climatic obstacles for an unforgettable vacation.
The average daily temperature is +29°C, at night +27°C, the water warms up to +23°C.
Weather on the east coast of Tenerife in January
Air temperature on the east coast of Tenerife in January
Air temperature on the east coast of Tenerife, in the El Medano resort area, in the daytime in the shade is about 20 °C. At night the temperature drops to 15°C.
The water temperature on the west coast of Tenerife in January at El Medano
The water temperature in January on the west coast of Tenerife, in the resort area of El Medano, drops from 20.6 ° C in early January to about 19.2 ° C towards the end of the month .
The number of sunny days on the east coast of Tenerife in January
The average number of sunny days for the last 5 years on the east coast of Tenerife in El Medano is 26 days. The length of daylight hours is 10.4-10.9 hours.
Number of rainy days on the east coast of Tenerife in January
Over the past 5 years, there have been almost no rainy days on the east coast of Tenerife in El Medano in January. Sometimes it is cloudy and overcast, but not more than 5 days a month. The amount of precipitation is not more than 7.4 mm per month.
The average wind speed on the east coast of Tenerife in January
The average wind speed over the past 5 years on the east coast of Tenerife in El Medano is 5.5 m/s, which generally corresponds to the average annual levels.
February
Are you behind two long and cold winter months? It’s time to take care of your own health and cheer yourself up. And to do it not just anywhere, but in one of the heavenly corners of our planet – on some of the Canary Islands. Flying from the Russian winter to the summer conditions of the February Canaries, you do not have to be afraid of a sharp change in temperature – the probability of a painful and unpleasant acclimatization process tends to zero. On the contrary, the fresh, clean and warm air of the islands of the archipelago in a matter of days will fill your tired body with new strength, energy and make you feel much better.
The average daily temperature is +23°C, at night +19°C, the water warms up to +20°C.
Weather in the north of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
The main resort of the north of Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz, does not please with warm weather in January.
The air temperature in the north of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
The air temperature in the north of Tenerife, near the resort of Puerto de la Cruz, during the day in the shade is slightly less than 20 °C. At night the temperature drops to 10-15°C.
Water temperatures in the north of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
The water temperature in January in the north of Tenerife, near the resort of Puerto de la Cruz, gradually decreases from 20.6 ° C in early January to about 19.2 ° C in the end of the month.
The number of sunny days on the north coast of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
The average number of sunny days for the last 5 years on the north coast of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz is 20 days. The length of daylight hours is 10.4-10.8 hours.
Number of rainy days on the north coast of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
Over the past 5 years, Puerto de la Cruz had an average of one rainy day in January. At the same time, there are up to 10 cloudy days per month, and 1-2 completely cloudy ones. The amount of precipitation is about 17-18 mm per month, which is 2-3 times more than in the southern resorts.
The average wind speed on the north coast of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz in January
The average wind speed for the last 5 years on the north coast of Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz is 5 m/s, which corresponds to the average value during the year.
Excursion routes
Impressions from the trip will be incomplete without excursions. And tourists are increasingly booking excursions via the Internet. This is more convenient for several reasons. You can:
slowly read the description and reviews and choose what you like;
do not fuss and do not spend precious time on the island searching and buying excursions;
buy in advance from home and pay by card;
there is more choice online than in any agency, and prices are 15-20% lower, because no agency fee.
The most popular excursions in Tenerife this year:
Teide Volcano – 6 hours, € 132 for 1-3 people or € 42 per person if you are more than
Pirate trails to Masca village – 7 hours, € 144 for 1-2 people or € 54 per person if there are more of you;
All Tenerife in 1 day – 8 hours, € 180 for 1-3 people or € 60 per person if there are more of you;
Loro Parque – the kingdom of animals – 6 hours, € 120 for 1-2 people or € 60 per person if there are more of you;
La Gomera island – 9 hours, 106 €.
View all excursions →
Who has ever been to Tenerife will always remember the picturesque landscapes, completely unusual for the eye of a resident of Russia. This is especially true of the northern part of the island, which is buried in the greenery of tropical plants and exotic flowers.
The pearl of this splendor is the Loro Park complex. It received this name for the richest collection of these birds, of which there are at least 500 species. You can wander around the complex all day, to get acquainted with the inhabitants of the huge aquarium and zoo, watch the show of marine animals, admire the orchids in the botanical garden. Many plants of the tropics bloom in January, so the tour will be interesting. There are several cafes in the park where you can refresh yourself with dishes of Italian and Spanish cuisines, fast food. Each of them also prepares dishes for children. The price of tickets to the park is 22 euros for a child and 33 for an adult.
See how great it is in the Loro Park aquarium:
Tourists leave a lot of reviews about places such as Siam Water Park, Teide National Park with an active volcano, Miniature Park, where miniature models of the sights of the Canary Islands are presented.
Watch the miniature park video:
Don’t miss the Monkey Park tour. Here you can stroke and feed the monkeys from your hands. Tickets here are inexpensive: 5 euros for children and 10 for adults.
The most famous place on the island is the Mask Gorge. It is said that these places used to be a haven for pirates, here and now, with a certain amount of luck, you can find hidden treasures.
Walk along the gorge Masks:
Pyramids of Guimar are no less famous. You should definitely take a picture near them – they say that such a photo will bring good luck.
See the panorama of the Guimar pyramids:
Vladimir and Irina Sibiryakov, St. Petersburg:
“We are impressed with Monkey Park! Lemurs and green monkeys are so cute, they themselves climbed into our arms. We bought them food that is offered at the entrance to the park, but they refused it. But dates and bananas were snatched right out of their hands.”
What else to see in Tenerife? — talk about the sights of the island →
Weather in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January
Air temperature in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January
The capital of the island, the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, has its own special microclimate.
The air temperature in January during the day in the shade here is about 19 °C, in the sun it is somewhat warmer. Temperatures can drop to 15°C at night.
Water temperature in Santa Cruz de Tenerife on Las Teresitas beach in January
The water temperature in January at Las Teresitas beach, near Santa Cruz, gradually decreases from 20.4 ° C in early January to about 19 ,2°C at the end of January. Due to the cool wind, swimming in January is not very comfortable here.
Number of sunny days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife has an average of 17 days of sunshine over the past 5 years. The length of daylight hours is 10.4-10.8 hours.
Number of rainy days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January
There have been almost no rainy days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January for the last 5 years. However, a significant number of cloudy and overcast days, there can be up to 15 per month. The amount of precipitation is up to 16 mm per month, which is more than 2 times higher than the level in the southern resorts.
On the small Canary Island of La Gomera, an ancient whistling language that once almost died out is now undergoing an exciting revival.
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In the rugged crags of Barranco de Ávalo, a ravine on the small Canary Island of La Gomera, two local 12-year-olds were practicing their Silbo Gomero, the local whistling language. For an entrancing few minutes, Irún Castillo Perdomo and Angel Manuel Garcia Herrera’s lilting warbles reverberated around the barren gorge and soared proudly into the air like eagles in flight.
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They were accompanied by 70-year-old retired Silbo Gomero teacher Eugenio Darias, whose grandfather used to own and work on this very same land. He told me that the boys’ whistled conversation was similar to any they would have over text message or in the playground, but the focus was instead on the six differentiating sounds that make up La Gomera’s protected whistle language.
While it’s true that most children their age would sooner pick up their phone and tap away, this small Canary Island invites them to think differently. Thanks to Darias, their threatened tongue has been a compulsory school subject since 1999 – and almost all 22,000 residents can understand it alongside their mother tongue of Canarian Spanish.
“It’s important to give students the idea that they can really use it if they need to, like other languages, but also that it’s not necessary for everyday use,” said Darias, who pioneered the Silbo Gomero learning programme. “Our aim is to give the whistle more importance so that the children can be confident using it together. Importantly, having the whistle protected within our compulsory curriculum prevents extinction altogether.”
Whistle languages, in varying guises, exist in as many as “70 places”, according to local broadcast journalist Francisca Gonzalez Santana. “In Turkey, for example, the whistle began 500 years ago during the Ottoman Empire,” she said. “It then spread to all regions of the Black Sea; and in Mexico, we can still find whistled communication in Spanish – Chinantec.”
Silbo Gomero, which is one of the most studied whistling languages and was officially declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage by Unesco in 2009, uses six condensed sounds to communicate. Two differentiating whistles replace the five spoken vowels in Spanish, while just four replace the 22 consonants. Whistlers elongate or shorten the sounds to mimic the words.
Silbo Gomero is perfectly suited to this landscape of deep valleys and steep ravines (Credit: Richard Franks)
Several whistling methods exist on the island, though perhaps the most traditional is demonstrated by local sculptor José Darías. His Whistling Tree sculpture at Mirador de Igualero, a viewpoint in Vallehermoso overlooking a ravine where Silbo Gomero was most active, shows how the index finger should be bent and placed inside the mouth while whistling with an open palm beside it to amplify the sound.
Experienced whistlers use different finger methods and can often tell who is calling by the whistle’s “accent” alone – but most whistlers will introduce themselves and call the recipient’s name. When the message is understood, they whistle back “bueno bueno“. Short and simple indeed.
What isn’t quite as short and simple is the language’s origin. History books suggest the whistle dates back to at least 1402 during the initial Spanish conquest of the Canary Islands, but Silbo Gomero’s earlier heritage is often up for debate.
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DNA-based research published in 2019 by Tenerife’s La Laguna University has matched La Gomera’s early inhabitants, the Guanches, with Berbers (now known locally as Amazigh). These indigenous people roamed North African regions more than 3,000 years ago and communicated by whistle; it’s therefore widely believed that the Spanish settlers on the island adapted the whistling language of La Gomera’s early inhabitants to suit their native tongue.
La Gomera’s specific whistle found its way to other Canary Islands during the three-year Spanish conquest – it even later followed emigrating Gomeros to South America – but it only survived in one other island in the Canaries: El Hierro, where, according to Santana, the whistle is still occasionally used among elderly residents.
Eugenio Darias pioneered the Silbo Gomero school learning programme in 1999 (Credit: Richard Franks)
Silbo Gomero lent itself to La Gomera’s demanding terrain – namely its deep ravines – allowing the locals to communicate with a drifting, piercing sound that could travel for several kilometres. From atop the ravines, the locals would announce events, request livestock be brought over, warn of impending danger, or even announce the death of a family member. “It saved a lot of climbing,” said Darias.
In the 1950s, Silbo Gomero was used so frequently that there was often a scattered queue of farmers waiting to send instructions across the valleys. “It was difficult terrain to work on – nobody wanted to climb up and down the ravines to pass on a message. Because of this, so many whistling conversations were happening at the same time, and we would have to wait our turn,” Darias said.
“It was like traffic!” he continued. “However – during the 1960 and ’70s, most agricultural land was abandoned and many of the workers had left the island. As Silbo Gomero was mostly used between local livestock holders, when they left the island, the whistling left with them too.”
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Silbo Gomero was first in decline by the 1960s, when growing economic conditions forced many of the island’s workers to emigrate to more prosperous countries like Cuba and Venezuela, as well as the neighbouring Canary Island of Tenerife. Soon after, phones became commonplace and threatened the language altogether.
By the 1990s, modern technology ascendancy and the introduction of new roads and paths on La Gomera removed the necessity and practicality of Silbo Gomero, dangling it near extinction. This is where Darias stepped in to protect its future by ensuring future generations not only understood the whistle but were able to use it too.
The Whistling Tree sculpture at Mirador de Igualero demonstrates the whistling technique (Credit: Richard Franks)
“The whistle has been defended with greater care in the Canary Islands,” Santana noted, “because it is an essential part of our culture: the orography of the islands, with mountain areas and canyons, and our economy that has been linked to agriculture and livestock.”
While the whistle is now rarely heard outside of school or other official programmes, however, it is occasionally used in the few parts of the island with no telephone connection. “I know of two goat herders who still whistle to each other,” Darias said. “They are nephews who live on the south side of the island. Their livestock moves around in an area with no mobile network, and that’s why it’s necessary for them to use it.”
“Would you use Silbo Gomero today if your phone ran out of battery?” I asked.
“Of course!” he said. “After all, we’d still communicate that way if phones didn’t exist.”
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‘Special and Beautiful’ Whistled Language Echoes Around This Island
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On a jagged island in the Canary archipelago, a whistling language known as “Silbo Gomero” is still in use thanks to mandatory classes for schoolchildren.
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Antonio Marquéz Navarro, 71, whistling: “Come over here, we’re going to slaughter the pig.”CreditCredit…Finbarr O’Reilly for The New York Times
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LA GOMERA, Spain — Sitting atop a cliff in the Canary Islands, Antonio Márquez Navarro issued an invitation — “Come over here, we’re going to slaughter the pig” — without speaking a word: He whistled it.
In the distance, three visiting hikers stopped dead in their tracks at the piercing sound and its echo bouncing off the walls of the ravine that separated them.
Mr. Márquez, 71, said that in his youth, when local shepherds rather than tourists walked the steep and rugged footpaths of his island, his news would have been greeted right away by a responding whistle, loud and clear.
But his message was lost on these hikers, and they soon resumed their trek on La Gomera, one of the Canary Islands, a volcanic archipelago in the Atlantic that is part of Spain.
Mr. Márquez is a proud guardian of La Gomera’s whistling language, which he called “the poetry of my island.” And, he added, “like poetry, whistling does not need to be useful in order to be special and beautiful.”
The whistling of the Indigenous people of La Gomera is mentioned in the 15th-century accounts of the explorers who paved the way for the Spanish conquest of the island. Over the centuries, the practice was adapted to communicating in Castilian Spanish.
The language, officially known as Silbo Gomero, substitutes whistled sounds that vary by pitch and length for written letters. Unfortunately, there are fewer whistles than there are letters in the Spanish alphabet, so a sound can have multiple meanings, causing misunderstandings.
The sounds made for a few Spanish words are the same — like “sí” (yes) or “ti” (you) — as are those for some longer words that sound similar in spoken Spanish, like “gallina” or “ballena” (hen or whale).
“As part of a sentence, this animal reference is clear, but not if whistled on its own,” said Estefanía Mendoza, a teacher of the language.
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Students at a class on the island, where they are taught the language of Silbo Gomero.Credit…Finbarr O’Reilly for The New York Times
In 2009, the island’s language was added by UNESCO to its list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity; the United Nations agency described it as “the only whistled language in the world that is fully developed and practiced by a large community,” in reference to La Gomera’s 22,000 inhabitants.
But with whistling no longer essential for communication, Silbo’s survival mostly relies on a 1999 law that made teaching it an obligatory part of La Gomera’s school curriculum.
On a recent morning at a school in the port town of Santiago, a classroom of 6-year-olds had little difficulty identifying the whistling sounds corresponding to different colors, or the days of the week.
Things got trickier when the words were incorporated into full sentences, like “What is the name of the child with the blue shoes?” A couple of the children argued that they had instead heard the whistling sound for “yellow. ”
If interpreting a whistle isn’t always easy, making the correct sounds can be even harder. Most whistlers insert one bent knuckle into the mouth, but some use instead the tip of one or two fingers, while a few use a finger from each hand.
“The only rule is to find whichever finger makes it easier to whistle, and sometimes unfortunately nothing works at all,” said Francisco Correa, the coordinator of La Gomera’s school whistling program. “There are even some older people who have understood Silbo perfectly since childhood, but never got any clear sound to come out of their mouth.”
The whistled language is traditionally used to communicate across the deep ravines and narrow valleys that radiate across La Gomera.Credit…Finbarr O’Reilly for The New York Times
Two whistlers might struggle to understand each other, particularly during their first encounters — and need to ask each other to repeat sentences — like strangers who speak the same language with different accents. But “after whistling together for a while, their communication becomes as easy as if speaking Spanish,” Mr. Correa said.
As is the case in many languages, whether whistled or not, there is a generation gap on La Gomera.
Ciro Mesa Niebla, a 46-year-old farmer, said he struggled to whistle with a younger generation trained at school because, he said, “I’m a mountain guy who learned at home to whistle the words our family used to farm, but I don’t have the vocabulary of these kids who learn salon whistling, which is a bit too fancy for me.”
Some older residents have also stopped whistling because of tooth problems. Mr. Márquez continues to whistle with his dentures, “but it’s not as easy and as loud as when I could press my finger onto my real teeth,” he said.
With its distinct geography, it’s easy to see why whistling came into use on the Canaries; on most of the islands, deep ravines run from high peaks and plateaus down to the ocean, and plenty of time and effort are required to travel even a short distance overland. Whistling developed as a good alternative way to deliver a message, with its sound carrying farther than shouting — as much as two miles across some canyons and with favorable wind conditions.
Older residents on La Gomera recall how Silbo was used as a warning language, particularly when a police patrol was spotted searching for contraband. In a recent fictional movie, “The Whistlers,” Silbo is used by gangsters as their secret code language.
Some other islands in the archipelago have their own whistling languages, but their use has faded, though another island, El Hierro, recently began teaching its version. “Silbo was not invented on La Gomera, but it is the island where it was best preserved,” said David Díaz Reyes, an ethnomusicologist.
Nowadays, La Gomera relies heavily on tourism, which has created an opportunity for some young whistlers like Lucía Darias Herrera, 16, who has a weekly whistling show at an island hotel. While she normally whistles Castilian Spanish, Ms. Darias can also adapt her Silbo to other languages spoken by her audience, on an island that is particularly popular with Germans.
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A whistled conversation between Lucía Darias Herrera, 16, pictured, and a fellow student, Laura Daris, 16.CreditCredit…Finbarr O’Reilly for The New York Times
Since last spring, however, the coronavirus has not only canceled such shows, but also forced schools to limit their whistling instruction. At a time of compulsory face masks, a teacher cannot help a student reposition a finger inside her mouth in order to whistle better.
Younger children also “make huge efforts to blow out a lot of air, which means some are spitting rather than whistling,” said Mr. Correa, the school coordinator. So as a precaution against spreading the virus, the children now spend their weekly whistling lesson listening to recordings of Silbo, rather than whistling themselves.
An added difficulty for the students is that they don’t always have much opportunity to practice Silbo outside of school. In the class of 6-year-olds, only five of 17 raised their hands when asked if they had a chance to whistle at home.
“My brother actually can whistle really loudly, but he won’t show me, because he is either on his PlayStation or out with friends,” complained one of the youngsters, Laura Mesa Mendoza.
Still, some teenagers enjoy whistling greetings to each other when they meet in town and welcome the chance to chat without many of the adults around them understanding. Some had parents who went to school before learning Silbo became mandatory, or who settled on the island as adults.
Arantxa Cifuentes Gutiérrez, 15, demonstrating how to use Silbo.Credit…Finbarr O’Reilly for The New York Times
However much she is attached to her cellphone, Erin Gerhards, 15, sounded keen to improve her whistling and help safeguard the traditions of her island.
“It is a way to honor the people that lived here in the past,” she said. “And to remember where everything came from, that we didn’t start with technology, but from simple beginnings. ”
The Unique Whistled Language of La Gomera
La Gomera’s historic whistled language has been declared by UNESCO as an example of intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
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The whistled language of La Gomera moves like magic. A whistler can soar like a bird, overcome the height of a mountain, cross a dizzying gorge, scramble down a valley and traverse through a thick laurel forest. A whistler can reach out into the deep blue Atlantic Ocean. A whistler can arrive anywhere as fresh as the wind.
The whistle, whose speech sounds have a structure which is unique in the world, dates back to before the time more than five centuries ago when Chrisopher Colombus used La Gomera as his final stopping off point before setting sail for America. “At home me and my sister whistle,” says 16-year-old Zaida Correa. “At a party we can use it to tell a friend to go on a mission to get something from across the square. Also, if I go on a trip…[Correa pauses and points to the mountains which surround the hermitage of San Juan in the municipality of Vallehermoso] you can see that in nature it is very useful,” he adds. Correa is right. The whistled language of La Gomera can travel distances of up to three or four thousand metres.
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There is no other language in the world other than the La Gomera whistled which has such a fully developed structure and which is used by so many people.
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Even if at first they stand no chance of actually understanding the content of what is being said by the whistlers, outside observers of the La Gomera whistle long to understand the meaning. The ebb and flow of the pinched sounds seem to prove the profundity, originality and tremendous variety of human communication. Visitors to the island have been known to remark that their senses are shaken so much by the sounds of the whistle it is as if the language is stored in their emotional memory forever. No wonder that in 2009 UNESCO declared the whistled language an example of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
“It is a long-distance communication system, a bit like WhatsApp that we have today,” says master whistler Diego Chinea. “But there is no technology connected to it, so there are no issues of network coverage however high or remote the whistler might be.” At the age of 19, Chinea is part of the Organisation of the La Gomera Whistle created in 2018 in collaboration with the University of La Laguna (Tenerife) to help promote La Gomera’s cultural heritage. Although the history of the safeguarding of the La Gomera whistle began earlier, the first legal steps to protect the whistle began in 1999 when the the Canary Islands Parliament enshrined in law the protection of the La Gomera whistle in all centres of education. The importance of this conservation strategy was given global recognition with the UNESCO decision of 2009. “Before the fifteenth century the indigenous population used to put watch whistlers on the highest points of the island in case of attack by pirates. Whistlers were also used to transmit messages in case of death, illness or other newsworthy event. The entire island used the whistle to communicate,” Correa says. Because of the extent to which knowledge of the language had spread the peculiar sound of the whistle could travel the entire island from the mountains to the coast as men and women picked up messages and passed them on using the air, throat, tongue and fingers. “It was important that messages [in this historical period] were transmitted because people’s lives were at stake,” Correa adds. Considering the usefulness of being able to communicate over a rugged island territory it is unsurprising that the Spanish let the population continue their custom of whistling after their occupation of the island in 1402.
From the spoken to the whistled word
Today more than 20,000 people in La Gomera know how to use the whistled language. Uptake of whistling has been boosted by the La Gomera Whistled Language School, La Aula Insular del Silbo Gomero, which takes students from all ages. While Judian Hernández is giving a demonstration of the whistled language at the school, through an adjacent window a woman leans out of her window. “Listen to that bird,” the neighbour says. “She whistles very well.” The intrigued neighbour remains in her post as a ten-year-old boy, Miguel García Herrera, whistles together with the teacher. Then Miguel’s brother Ángel joins the conversation. Vibrations bounce from building to building, as the whistling trio chat about going to the beach that afternoon. Sometimes it is noticeable that whistled sounds have to be repeated several times to clarify what has been said. “Our language doesn’t have all the vowels and consonants, so the receiver must make sure that he or she has heard the content of the whistle correctly. The context is very important in a whistled conversation. A whistled word can have up to thirty different meanings in spoken communication,” says Judian Hernández.
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Got Talent television show and the Cannes Film Festival fall for the allure of the La Gomera whistle
Ten-year-old Miguel García Herrera appeared in the 2019 version of the Got Talent television show to demonstrate to the world the extraordinary whistled language of his island. Back at the language school he explains what it was like in front of the cameras on set: “I whistled to my partner Irún Castilla, but at first he didn’t understand me. We had to whistle for a while to sort out the words…I was nervous, but my family was there which helped a lot.”
The Got Talent show of 2019 hasn’t been the only show that has recognised the value of the whistled language of La Gomera. “In the last decade many film crews have come to the island with the express purpose of shooting footage of the La Gomera whistle,” says Kiko Correa, co-ordinator of the regional project Teach the La Gomera Whistle. Among the national and international films and documentaries, the Franco-Romanian feature film “La Gomera” (or “The Whistlers” as it was originally titled) stands out. It was directed by Corneliu Porumboiu and wowed crowds at the Cannes Festival. Master whistler Kiko Correa was in charge of teaching La Gomera’s whistled language to the actors in the film. “They whistled in Romanian,” Correa says. Before the actors landed on La Gomera they were prepared over Skype. Once on the island they took intensive seven hours per day classes with Correa. “You learn quickly if you practice a lot,” says Correa. “Once you know how to put your fingers in your mouth properly and arrange your tongue, it’s just a matter of practice.”
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Whistle in any language
The La Gomera whistle is a long-distance communication system which takes units of speech from a spoken language and transfers it to the whistle. Though the La Gomera whistle is a simple system, any word spoken on the planet – however complex – can be converted into a whistled sound. Today La Gomera’s whistled language is integrated into the curriculum of primary and secondary schools on the island. It can be expected therefore that this unusual means of communication will be preserved and remain a part of the Gomeran culture for visitors of the island to enjoy for many years to come.
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More Than 80 Cultures Still Speak in Whistles | Science
A man in Laruns, southwestern France, whistling as a form of speech. Like others in the Canary Islands and elsewhere, local people have learned to whistle their language to communicate across long distances. Linguists are studying whistled speech to help understand which sound elements are essential to comprehension.
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Tourists visiting La Gomera and El Hierro in the Canary Islands can often hear locals communicating over long distances by whistling — not a tune, but the Spanish language. “Good whistlers can understand all the messages,” says David Díaz Reyes, an independent ethnomusicologist and whistled-language researcher and teacher who lives in the islands. “We can say, ‘And now I am making an interview with a Canadian guy.’”
The locals are communicating in Silbo, one of the last vestiges of a much more widespread use of whistled languages. In at least 80 cultures worldwide, people have developed whistled versions of the local language when the circumstances call for it. To linguists, such adaptations are more than just a curiosity: By studying whistled languages, they hope to learn more about how our brains extract meaning from the complex sound patterns of speech. Whistling may even provide a glimpse of one of the most dramatic leaps forward in human evolution: the origin of language itself.
Whistled speech has arisen in at least 80 languages around the world, especially in rugged, mountainous terrain or dense forest, where ordinary speech doesn’t carry far enough.
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Whistled languages are almost always developed by traditional cultures that live in rugged, mountainous terrain or in dense forest. That’s because whistled speech carries much farther than ordinary speech or shouting, says Julien Meyer, a linguist and bioacoustician at CNRS, the French national research center, who explores the topic of whistled languages in the 2021 Annual Review of Linguistics. Skilled whistlers can reach 120 decibels — louder than a car horn — and their whistles pack most of this power into a frequency range of 1 to 4 kHz, which is above the pitch of most ambient noise.
As a result, whistled speech can be understood up to 10 times as far away as ordinary shouting can, Meyer and others have found. That lets people communicate even when they cannot easily approach close enough to shout. On La Gomera, for example, a few traditional shepherds still whistle to one another across mountain valleys that could take hours to cross.
Whistled languages work because many of the key elements of speech can be mimicked in a whistle, says Meyer. We distinguish one speech sound, or phoneme, from another by subtle differences in their sound frequency patterns. A vowel such as a long e, for example, is formed higher in the mouth than a long o, giving it a higher sound. “It’s not pitch, exactly,” says Meyer. Instead, it’s a more complex change in sound quality, or timbre, which is easily conveyed in a whistle.
Consonants, too, can be whistled. A t, for example, is richer in high frequencies than k, which gives the two sounds a different timbre, and there are also subtle differences that arise from movements of the tongue. Whistlers can capture all of these distinctions by varying the pitch and articulation of their whistle, says Meyer. And the skill can be adapted to any language, even those that have no tradition of whistling. To demonstrate, Meyer whistles English phrases such as “Nice to meet you,” and “Do you understand the whistle?”
Learning to whistle a language you already speak is relatively straightforward. Díaz Reyes’s Spanish-language whistling students spend the first two or three months of the course learning to make a loud whistle with different pitches. “In the fourth or fifth month, they can make some words,” he says. “After eight months, they can speak it properly and understand every message.”
This articulation of speech within a whistle only works for nontonal languages, where the pitch of speech sounds isn’t crucial to the meaning of the word. (English, Spanish and most other European languages are nontonal.) For tonal languages, in contrast, the meaning of a sound depends on its pitch relative to the rest of the sentence. In Chinese, for example, the syllable “ma” said with a steady high pitch means “mother,” but said with a pitch that dips and rises again, it means “horse.”
In ordinary tonal speech, the vocal cords make the pitch modulations that form the tones while the front of the mouth forms much of the vowel and consonant sounds. But not so for whistling, which doesn’t use the vocal cords. Whistlers of tonal languages thus face a dilemma: Should they whistle the tones, or the vowels and consonants? “In whistling, you can produce only one of the two. They have to choose,” says Meyer.
In practice, almost every whistled tonal language chooses to use pitch to encode the tones. For languages with a complex set of tones — such as Chinantec, a language in southern Mexico with seven tones (high, mid, low, falling high-low, falling mid-low, rising low-mid and rising mid-high), or the equally complex Hmong language — pitch still gives enough information to carry meaning. But for simpler tonal languages — such as Gavião, an Amazonian language Meyer has studied, which has just two tones, low and high — whistlers must confine their conversations to a few stereotyped sentences that are easily recognized.
Even for nontonal languages, the whistled version of speech doesn’t contain as much frequency information as ordinary spoken language, but it does carry enough to recognize words. When researchers tested people’s comprehension of whistled Turkish, they found that experienced listeners correctly identified isolated words about 70 percent of the time; for words in common whistled sentences, the context helps to resolve ambiguities and the accuracy rose to approximately 80 to 90 percent.
In essence, people listening to whistled speech are piecing together its meaning from fragments of the full speech signal, just as all of us do when listening to someone at a crowded cocktail party. “Regular speech is so complex — there is so much redundant information,” says Fanny Meunier, a psycholinguist at CNRS who studies speech in noisy environments. “If we have noise, then we can choose different types of information that are present in different places in the signal.”
Linguists know surprisingly few details about how the brain does this. “We still don’t know what parts of the signal are useful to understand the message,” Meunier says. Most researchers who study this topic do so by deliberately degrading normal speech to see when listeners can no longer understand. But Meunier feels that whistling offers a less artificial approach. “With whistling, it was more like, let’s see what people did naturally to simplify the signal. What did they keep?” she says. The information crucial for understanding speech, she assumes, must lie somewhere within that whistled signal.
Meunier and her colleagues are just beginning this work, so she has few results to share yet. So far, they have shown that even people who have never heard whistled speech before can recognize both vowels and consonants with an accuracy well better than chance. Moreover, trained musicians do better than nonmusicians at recognizing consonants, with flute players better than pianists or violinists, Anaïs Tran Ngoc, a linguistics graduate student at the University of the Cote d’Azur, has found. Tran Ngoc, herself a musician, speculates that this is because flutists are trained to use sounds like t and k to help articulate notes crisply. “So there’s this link with language that might not be present for other instruments,” she says.
Whistled languages excite linguists for another reason, too: They share many features with what linguists think the first protolanguages must have been like, when speech and language first began to emerge during the dawn of modern humans. One of the big challenges of language is the need to control the vocal cords to make the full range of speech sounds. None of our closest relatives, the great apes, have developed such control — but whistling may be an easier first step. Indeed, a few orangutans in zoos have been observed to imitate zoo employees whistling as they work. When scientists tested one ape under controlled conditions, the animal was indeed able to mimic sequences of several whistles.
The context of whistled language use also matches that likely for protolanguage. Today’s whistled languages are used for long-distance communication, often during hunting, Meyer notes. And the formulaic sentences used by whistlers of simple tonal languages are a close parallel to the way our ancestors may have used protolanguage to communicate a few simple ideas to their hunting partners — “Go that way,” for example, or “The antelope is over here.”
That doesn’t mean that modern whistled speech is a vestigial remnant of those protolanguages, Meyer cautions. If whistling preceded voiced speech, those earliest whistles wouldn’t have needed to encode sounds produced by the vocal cords. But today’s whistled languages do, which means they arose later, as add-ons to conventional languages, not forerunners of them, Meyer says.
Despite their interest to both linguists and casual observers, whistled languages are disappearing rapidly all over the world, and some — such as the whistled form of the Tepehua language in Mexico — have already vanished. Modernization is largely to blame, says Meyer, who points to roads as the biggest factor. “That’s why you still find whistled speech only in places that are very, very remote, that have had less contact with modernity, less access to roads,” he says.
Among the Gavião of Brazil, for example, Meyer has observed that encroaching deforestation has largely eliminated whistling among those living close to the frontier, because they no longer hunt for subsistence. But in an undisturbed village near the center of their traditional territory, whistling still thrives.
Fortunately, there are a few glimmers of hope. UNESCO, the UN cultural organization, has designated two whistled languages — Silbo in the Canary Islands, and a whistled Turkish among mountain shepherds — as elements of the world’s intangible cultural heritage. Such attention can lead to conservation efforts. In the Canary Islands, for example, a strong preservation movement has sprung up, and Silbo is now taught in schools and demonstrated at tourist hotels. “If people don’t make that effort, probably Silbo would have vanished,” says Díaz Reyes. There, at least, the future of whistled language looks bright.
Editor’s note: This article was modified on August 17, 2021 to clarify that the whistled Spanish language used in the Canary Islands is found on multiple islands, including El Hierro, and not restricted to the island of La Gomera. In addition, the common name for the language is Silbo, not Silbo Gomero.
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The Silbo Gomero is an idiomatic whistled language characteristic of the island of La Gomera and representative of the culture from the Canaries. It is a whistled language that has been used since time immemorial on the island of La Gomera to communicate over long distances.
The Silbo is not a series of pre-established codes that serve to express limited contents, but an articulated, reductive, non-conventional language that allows the exchange of an unlimited range of messages by reproducing the sonorous characteristics of a spoken language through whistles. At present, it reproduces the Spanish spoken in the Canary Islands but it could, in theory, do the same with any other language.
The Silbo is one of the most studied whistling languages and was officially declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 2009. It uses six condensed sounds to communicate: two differentiating whistles replace the five spoken vowels in Spanish, while just four replace the 22 consonants. Whistlers elongate or shorten the sounds to mimic the words.
The whistled language of La Gomera is one of the most original and representative manifestations of the Canary Archipelago and the most vivid tradition that has come down to us from the pre-Hispanic past of these islands. For centuries it has constituted a cohesive element of the inhabitants of the island of Gomera and its integration in the community has been such that, in spite of the different historical events and the numerous sociological transformations, the Silbo Gomero has shown an exceptional capacity of adaptation to all kinds of changes. It has survived as an essential component of the insular culture.
The main function of this language is to allow communication between people who are at a great distance from each other. This requires great power to emit the sound. The most remarkable aspect of the whistling technique is the difficulty involved in reproducing a complete language, which uses all the phonatory resources of the oral cavity and its corresponding sub-cavities, by means of a mechanism -the whistle- that allows frequency variations of the same fundamental tone. This implies a practice that has been developed for centuries; its effectiveness and subtlety are impressive.
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On the other hand, the Silbo Gomero is characterized for being, mainly, a social language, suitable for the collective sphere to a much greater extent than for the private one. Although on some occasions it has been used as a secret language -during the conquest, in wars, for smuggling-, the messages emitted by means of the silbo are public because the very nature of this language demands it.
What is transmitted with the whistled language can be heard by people who are not the addressees. In this aspect, the knowledge or ignorance of the Silbo Gomero has contributed to create a greater or lesser sense of belonging to the community, although no one has ever been prevented from learning and practicing it.
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The social changes that took place during the last half of the 20th century placed the Silbo Gomero on the verge of extinction, with only a few dozen older people able to practice it. The initiatives of various social agents of the island of La Gomera and of parliamentarians have appealed to the Parliament and the Government of the Canary Islands for concrete legislation to safeguard and revitalize the Silbo Gomero.
These laws – unique in the world in terms of the protection of intangible oral heritage – include the teaching of the whistled language of La Gomera in the Primary and Compulsory Secondary Education plans of all schools on the island. This innovative measure has ensured the survival of the Silbo among the new generations.
Who needs words? The language made up entirely of whistles
11 Dec, 17
11 Dec, 17
Silbo Gomero is a language ‘spoken’ on La Gomera in the Canary Islands in Spain and is made up entirely of whistling sounds.
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By Emily Upton
In Spanish, “Silbo Gomero” means “Gomeran whistling.” It is a language “spoken” on La Gomera in the Canary Islands (which incidentally may have been named after dogs, and certainly wasn’t named after birds) and is made up entirely of whistling sounds.
The language was used by the Guanches—the aboriginal people of the Canary Islands—long before Spanish settlement. It is a whistled form of the original Guanche language, which died out around the 17th century. Not much is known about that spoken language of those people save for a few words recorded in the journals of travelers and a few others that were integrated into the Spanish spoken on the Canary Islands. It is believed that spoken Guanche had a simple phonetic pattern that made it easily adaptable to whistling. The language was whistled across the Canary Islands, popular on Gran Canaria, Tenerife, and El Hiero as well as La Gomera.
It’s likely that the first Guanches were from North Africa and brought the idea of a whistled language with them, as there are several different whistling languages that have been recorded there. From the time of Guanche settlement, the language evolved into Guanche whistling, and then to silbo.
Today, silbo is a whistled form of Spanish. It was adopted in the 16th century after the last of the Guanches adapted their whistled language to Spanish. The language works by replicating timbre variations in speech. One study showed that silbo is recognized in the “language center” of the brain by silbo whistlers, though regular Spanish speakers who were not silbo whistlers simply recognized it as whistling.
As to why such a version of a language would originally be developed at all, it’s thought that silbo was developed as a form of long-distance communication. The island of La Gomera is awash with hills, valleys, and ravines. A whistle can travel up to two miles across such a landscape, and the whistler doesn’t have to expend as much energy as he would by hiking or shouting and, in the latter case, the whistled message is heard further away besides. When La Gomera was largely an agricultural island, crops and herds of animals like sheep would be spread out across the hills, and herders would use the language to communicate with one another across these large distances.
Speaking via whistling still saw widespread use as late as the 1940s and 50s, when another purpose was discovered. If a fire started, the Guardia Civil would make civilians drop what they were doing to help, but the locals wouldn’t get paid for their work, despite the Guardia receiving a payment. So, locals passed a message along by whistling, telling others to hide when the Guardia Civil approached. Because the Guardia Civil didn’t “speak” silbo, it was a sort of “secret” language among the locals and messages could be easily heard from great distances.
Unfortunately, economic hardship around the 1950s put silbo-speaking in the decline, as most of the whistlers were forced to move to find better opportunities. The introduction of roads and the invention of the mobile phone also contributed to the decline, as they made silbo largely unnecessary. By the end of the twentieth century, the whistled language was dying out.
However, as it is an integral part of the island’s history, there was interest in reviving the language to preserve the culture. The call for revival was met with mixed emotions because many people thought of it as a “peasant” language of little use to them. Despite the protests, every primary school child in La Gomera today is required to learn the whistling language, with it being taught in the island’s schools.
The revival of silbo has other benefits, too. Silbo is one of the few whistling languages that has been studied in-depth, and researchers believe that its simplicity (with only 2-4 vowels and 4 consonants) holds the key to discovering how other languages developed, despite not knowing the exact origin of silbo itself.
Bonus Facts
1. Silbo Gomero isn’t the only whistled language still in existence today. There is a town in France, a Greek island, and a town in Turkey that all practice their own whistling languages, among others. The whistle-like language of droids in Star Wars is also worth a mention.
2. Shepherds whistling to their animals is a much more wide-spread practice that can be seen all over the world. While this isn’t an official language, it is a type of whistling communication with animals, even if it isn’t used between people.
3. Most whistling languages exist in places that are mountainous or remote— again, thought to have been originally developed to communicate across large distances, like on La Gomera, without having to do a bunch of hiking.
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Silbo Gomero
Silbo Gomero the language used by the inhabitants of La Gomera in the Canary Islands to communicate through the deep ravines and narrow valleys that radiate across the island. It allows you to exchange messages at a distance of up to 5 kilometers. [1] Due to its loud nature, Silbo Gomero is commonly used in public places. Messages conveyed can range from event invitations to public information messages. [2] The Silbo-speaking Gomero is sometimes referred to in Spanish as Silbador (“the whistler”). Silbo Gomero is a replacement for Spanish from speech to whistle. This sibilant oral phoneme mimics Spanish phonology through a shortened set of sibilant phonemes. [3] It was declared a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2009. [4]
Contents
1 History
2 Computer speakers [5] Used by the island’s original inhabitants, the Guanches, the whistling language existed before the arrival of the Spanish settlers, and was also spoken in El Hierro, Tenerife, and Gran Canaria. Silbo was adapted to Spanish during the Spanish settlement in the 16th century and was widely spoken throughout the period until the next 17th century. [ citation needed ] In 1976, Silbo barely stayed on El Hierro, where he flourished in the late 19th century. [6]
V 19In the 1950s, the use of the language declined, one factor being the economic downturn which forced many speakers to leave in search of better jobs to cope financially. [7] Technological developments such as the telephone have played a role in reducing the practicality and usefulness of the language. The earlier survival of the language has been due to its role in bridging distance and terrain, and the ease with which it is learned by native speakers. [6] Most importantly, between 19In the 60s to 1980s many people turned away from agriculture and so many middle class families didn’t want their children to speak the language because it was negatively associated with rural peasants.
Late 1990s revitalization of the language began efforts and began initiatives within the community. By 1999, the revival of Silbo Gomero was aided by educational policies and other legislative measures. It now has official protection as an example of intangible cultural heritage.
Computer speakers
Many people in La Gomera speak Silbo Gomero, but their expression of the language differs slightly, indicating a different origin of the speaker. As reported in 2009 by UNESCO, all people living on La Gomera are reported to understand the language, but only those born before 1950 and younger generations who have been in school since 1999 can speak the language . [8] People born before 1950 were taught the language by their older homes, and those who attended or have been attending school since 1999 years old, officially taught this language at school. Those born between 1950 and 1980 understand this language, but cannot speak it, as this language was hardly used and was poorly perceived during language acquisition. [8]
Revitalization
When this means of communication was threatened in the late 20th century, revitalization efforts were made both at the community level and at the government level. The combination of the initiatives of the La Gomera community and the policy pursued by the authorities contributed to the revival of Silbo Gomero and its preservation as a cultural asset. These revitalization efforts have been well documented by UNESCO through the 2009 selection procedured. Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. [8]
Community initiatives
In an effort to preserve Silbo Gomero for the youth of the island, the whistlers sought a permit that allowed them to teach the language on a free and voluntary basis in a specialized center. This initiative by high school students has received an encouraging response: parent-teacher associations have extended it to all schools. Thus, the first of many revitalization measures was taken at the grassroots level, and not by public or private organizations, reflecting the linguistic attitude of the locals towards Silbo Gomero. The education policy that was implemented later was inspired as such – the revival started at the grassroots level and moved to the highest government bodies.
Public policy
June 26, 1997 [8] The Parliament of the Canary Islands has approved a proposal calling on the government to include Silbo Gomero in the school curriculum. Since July 1999, Silbo Gomero has become a compulsory subject in primary and secondary education. The provincial government supported the educational policy as well as the creation of a formalized curriculum for Silbo Gomero by publishing El Silbo Gomero, Materiales didácticos (Silbo Gomero Study Materials).
In addition to the compulsory study of Silbo Gomero at the elementary and high school levels, the Silbo Gomero Island School has been opened for higher education students who wish to continue their studies at Silbo Gomero until they become accredited professional instructors. Island School students are working to teach Silbo Gomero not only to their fellow citizens, but also to tourists visiting La Gomera. This contributes to the sustainability of the update and also contributes to the maintenance of the language.
Following this, the Ministry of Education, Universities, Culture and Sports of the Canary Islands developed a staff training plan to ensure that the elderly whistlers could be replaced in the near future by qualified professional teachers with appropriate diplomas. These included training courses to study and teach Silbo Gomero. The training plan was launched in 2007 with 18 teachers participating. [8]
In addition to implementing an educational policy, the authorities also sought to strengthen Silbo Gomero’s corpus by developing a project to digitize all recorded audio material. Documentaries about Silbo Gomero were also distributed locally, nationally and internationally. The government also upgraded Silbo Gomero’s status by selecting the La Gomera whistling language through the National Historic Heritage Council to represent Spain in nominations for inclusion on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity 2009of the year.
Cultural heritage
Members of the Gomera community consider Silbo Gomero part of the island’s identity and use the whistle language in traditional rituals and festivals on the island. One of them includes “bajads”, which are processions dedicated to the Virgin or patron saints of the community. March 15, 1999 [8] Silbo Gomero was declared part of the historical and ethnographic heritage of the Canary Islands. The annual celebration “School meetings with Silbo Gomero” was also opened on the island of Gomera. In 2005, a monument to Silbo Gomero was introduced to the Garajonay National Park.
Tourism
Demonstration of Silbo Gomero in a restaurant on the island of Gomera.
Silbo Homero is used not only between Homerans; Visitors to the island also have the opportunity to learn the language of the whistle at restaurants that provide whistle demonstrations to tourists. La Gomera Tourism Minister Fernando Méndez said whistling is important to La Gomera’s tourism industry. [9]
Functions
Dialogue in Silbo Gomero
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According to various studies, Silbo Homero has 2, [8] and 4 [10] [11] [12] vowels and between 4 [8] and 10 [10] [13] Consonants. The language is the sibilant form of a dialect of Spanish. [14] Silbo replaces every vowel or consonant with a whistling sound. Whistles vary in pitch and duration. As with other whistled forms of non-tonal languages, Silbo works by roughly preserving the articulation of normal speech, so “the timbre variations of speech appear as pitch variations” (Busnel and Classe: v).
Silbo Gomero is a difficult language to learn, his whistling techniques require physical precision and strength of the body parts used in the mechanism of the language, which can only be mastered with practice. Silbo Gomero uses the tongue, lips, and hands of the users, which is very different from regular language, which uses the oral cavity to mix and contrast multiple acoustic frequencies. The whistling mechanism, in contrast, is limited to only emitting a single fundamental tone between 1000 and 3000 Hz. Physical precision is achieved by the ability to whistle, which is able to change frequencies at different speeds, as well as start and stop sound playback. sound waves. This technique is passed down in the community of La Gomera, with unchanged teaching methods that date back to the end of the nineteenth century. [8] The same pitch can represent many sounds, so it has far fewer phonemes than Spanish. This means that communication in Silbo can sometimes be ambiguous. Thus, context and the right choice of words are important for effective communication. [15]
Vowels
The vowels in Silbo Gomero are roughly described as stable lines of high and low frequency that differ from each other.
Vowels
Submission
General representation
vowels in colloquial speech are presented
High frequency
/ I /
/ I / and / E /
/, / and /
The high frequency /i/ vowel represents /i/, /e/ the vowels of the spoken language whistle, and the low frequency dark whistle /a/ vowel represents the vowels /a/, /o/, / and /. It is said that it is not possible to produce intermediate vowels as the whistling mechanism does not have the same functions as the vocal mechanism. [8] The theory that Silbo Gomero has only two vowels was advanced by Ramon Trujillo of the University of La Laguna in his published book “ EL SILBO GOMERO análisis lingüístico ” in 1978. His work, containing nearly a hundred spectrograms, culminates in the theory that Silbo Gomero’s language has only two vowels and four consonants. [16] [17] In Trujillo’s work, Silbo’s vowels are given one quality – the pitch – high or low. However, in a more recent study, the work of Julien Meyer (2005 – French only (p. 100), 2008) gives a statistical analysis of Silbo vowels showing that there are 4 vowels that are statistically different in production, and that they are also perceived as such. [10] [11] Also in 2005, Annie Ryalland of the University of Paris III: New Sorbonne published an acoustic and phonological analysis of Silbo based on new material showing that not only sliding tones but also intensity modulation play a role in discrimination various whistling sounds. [13]
Trujillo’s 2005 collaboration with Homeran whistle Isidro Ortiz and others (“ EL SILBO GOMERO Materiales didácticos ” – q.v. pdf link below) revisits his earlier statements to state that 4 vowels are indeed perceived ( q.v. pg 63 ref. cit.), [12] and details areas of discrepancy between his empirical data and Class’s phonetic hypotheses. Although Trujillo acknowledged the existence of 4 vowels in his 2005 work, his 2006 bilingual work (“ El Silbo Gomero. Nuevo estudio fonológico “) inexplicably repeats his 1978 two-vowel theory. Trujillo’s 2006 paper directly addresses many of Ryalland’s findings, but it seems that he was unaware of Meyer’s work at the time of this writing.
Meyer suggests that there are 4 classes of vowels /i/, /e/, /a/, /u, o/. However, Meyer continues that there are 5 perceived vowels with significant overlap. Rialland (2005) and Trujillo (1978) agree that the harmonic whistle corresponds to the second formant of the pronounced vowels. Spoken /a/f2 and whistled /a/h2 coincide in their frequency (1480 Hz). However, there is a discontinuity of harmonics and formants near the frequency base. Conversational speech has a wide frequency range F2 (from 790 Hz to 2300 Hz), whistles are limited to 1200 Hz to 2400 Hz. The vowels therefore shift upward at the low end (keeping 1480 Hz as /a/) increasing confusion between /o/ (voice frequency F2 890 Hz, whistle
Consonants
The consonants in Silbo Gomero are modifications of the vowel-based “melodic line” or “vocal line” They may rise or fall, and may also be altered by break, continuity, or occlusion. The four basic consonants in a now largely refuted and refuted analysis 1978 years were incorrectly listed as follows: [8]
Consistent
SUBM
General representation
Consistent spoken language
/ʎ/, /n/, /ɲ/, /ɾ/, /p/, /d/ and /j/
broken high tone
⟨Ch⟩
/t͡ʃ/, /t/, / c /
continuous low tone
⟨gram⟩
/ɡ/, /b/, /m/, /j/ and /h/
broken low tone
⟨k⟩
/k/ and /p/
The documentation on the official Silbo Gomero page on the UNESCO website corresponds to Trujillo’s 1978 study. Trujillo (1978) suggested that consonants are either rises or falls in a “melodic line” that can be interrupted or continued. Further research by Meyer and Ryalland shows that vowels lack their inherent sound class, which is transmitted in a whistle. in these ways: voiced (/k/ vs /ɡ/) is conveyed by whistling [-continuity]. A quiet pause in a whistle reports [+voice] (/ɡ/), while a [+ continuous] consonant gives the quality [-voice] (/k/). The placement of the consonant (dental, palatal, fricative) is conveyed by whistling due to loci, harshness, or speed of formant transitions between vowels. The consonant classes are simplified to four classes. Superhigh loci (near the vertical formant loci) denote affricates and sharp, ascending loci denote alveolar, medial (loci just above the vowel formant) denote palatal, and falling (low loci) denote pharyngeal, labial, and fricative. This gives 8 whistling consonants, but including the gradual fading of tone (with falling intensity) as a feature of continuous and discontinuous sounds, gives 10 consonants. In these situations, a fade-out [+voice] is given and a continuous [+liquid] is given. [10] [13] diagram requested?
The performance /s/ is actually treated as a broken high tone when whistling in Silbo. However, in colloquial speech, /s/ is a high-pitched continuous consonant. This anomaly has two causes. First, functionally, /s/ is a very common consonant, so it’s extremely useful. Second, since Silbo’s continuous high consonant already represents many other consonants of the spoken language (/l/, /ʎ/, /n/, /ɲ/, /ɾ/, /p/, /d/ and /ʝ/), it would be very confusing to add to an extensive list. Thus, since the high stop does not fully represent /t͡ʃ/ and /t/, it can be used to represent the commonly used /s/ consonant. [8]
Cognitive features
Studies have shown that Silbo Gomero speakers process whistle register in the same way as standard spoken language. Research by Manuel Carreiras of the University of La Laguna and David Corina of the University of Washington published the Silbo study in 2004 and 2005. Their study involved two groups of participants: Spanish computer speakers. One group of Spanish speakers “spoke” to Silbo, while another group did not. Results from brain activity monitoring of participants on functional magnetic resonance imaging showed that while non-Silbo speakers simply processed Silbo as a whistle, Silbo speakers processed whistles in the same linguistic centers of the brain that processed Spanish sentences. [18]
Others
Filmmaker and photographer Francesca Phillips wrote and directed a documentary about the use of Silbo Gomero in La Gomera called Written in the Wind (2009), and this 26-minute film won Best Documentary Short in Anthropology at the World Mountain Documentary Film Festival held in Qinghai, China in 2010. [19]
Romanian director Corneliu Porumboiu directed the 2019 film Whistles 9 “Francesca Phillips painted in the wind”. Francesca Phillips. 2010. Archived from the original on October 20, 2014. Retrieved October 15, 2014.
external link
“Silbo-Gomero.com”.
Trujillo Carreno, Ramon; Morera Perez, Martial; and others. (June 2005). El Silbo Gomero: Materiales didácticos (PDF) (in Spanish). Consejería de Educación, Cultura y Deportes del Gobierno de Canarias [es]. ISBN 978-84-689-2610-0 .
“Homeran Whistle: A Linguistic Analysis”. English translation of “El Silbo Gomero: análisis lingüístico” by Trujillo 1978 (indexed)
“Silbo Gomero – the language of the whistle”. CogNews . Archived from the original on 2005-02-13. Retrieved 2005-07-14.
“BBC4 interview with Isidro Ortiz and J. Brent – 26.08.08”. Retrieved 2008-09-07.
Unsung Canary Islands Explore La Gomera / Canary Islands
When most people think of the Canary Islands, images of beach resorts and partygoers come to mind – but that’s because no one thinks of La Gomera. Surrounded by rocky cliffs and carpeted in ancient forests and palm-lined valleys, this volcanic island is reminiscent of Jurassic Park. piece in the Atlantic Ocean pretty much for yourself.
Located off the west coast of Tenerife, La Gomera is the second largest Canary Island, stretching 36 km from east to west. But this tiny island should not be underestimated. Its emerald peak rises 1,487m above sea level, surrounded by vast banks of swirling mist and creating a microclimate that has allowed one of Europe’s last remaining cloud forests to thrive in spectacular fashion. The average temperature is 22 degrees all year round, but the southerly wind means that the southern shores are especially hot and sunny.
It may take only two hours to drive around the island, but these diverse natural pockets will expose you to a myriad of star-studded landscapes, from sun-drenched oceanscapes to dense lush green spaces, dry scrub and wide slopes. ravines. The lack of international flights has resulted in La Gomera holding back mass tourism; Here, instead of chain hotels and restaurants, you will find a slower, more authentic lifestyle. These traits have earned La Gomera the nickname “the island lost in time”.
San Sebastian is your introduction to La Gomera in many ways. As the capital and port city, all travelers come here. Here you will find many historical monuments and buildings that begin to create a tapestry from the island’s past: Torre del Conde (Count’s Tower), the remains of a 15th-century Gothic military fort that played a central role in the island’s defensive history; and Iglesia de la Virgen de la Asuncion, whose mixed Islamic, Gothic and Baroque architecture leans towards the island’s mixed heritage. San Sebastian played an important role in the history of one of the world’s most famous explorers: in 1492 year Christopher Columbus chose the capital of the island as his last port before setting off to discover the New World.
Each village and region offers its own slice of life on La Gomera. Head to El Sercado to see how local potters carefully craft pottery using techniques inherited from the island’s locals. Visit Agulo, a city of colorful houses and chocolate-box cobbled streets, for breathtaking ocean views and some of the best-preserved examples of traditional Gomeran architecture. Valle Gran Rey is a major tourist destination, but this hippie paradise is a million miles from the bustling resorts of the mainland. At the bottom of a lush valley, you’ll find quiet stretches of fine sandy beaches framed by jagged rock faces that glow gold as the sun goes down.
The natural landscapes of La Gomera are one of the main attractions of the island. And where better to look at this beauty than at one of the 40 designated viewpoints of La Gomera? That may seem like an overkill for an island this size, but with seemingly endless wide valleys, rocky gorges, patchwork palm plantations, Tetris-shaped banana tree terraces, and towering volcanic rocks (including La Gomera’s Table Mountain), you’ll wish there was twice that.
Highlights include the Mirador de Abrante, a glass-bottomed platform jutting out of a 400m high gorge that overlooks the village of Agulo and Tenerife’s Teide volcano across the ocean. The Mirador Morro de Agando offers 360-degree views of the Garajonay National Park and the spectacular Roque de Agando, a volcanic monolith that suddenly bursts from greenery into the air. . Reached by a forest trail in the Garajonay National Park, the view of the valley and village below looks like an explosion of color from the trees.
Surrounded by low-lying fog and seemingly banished to the top of the island, Garajonay National Park has an almost dreamlike quality. Indeed, its name comes from an oral legend of two stars in love, Gara and Jonai, whose parents forbade their union. The altitude and humidity of this cloud forest means that the temperatures are cooler here and in the silence of the trees you will feel a world away from the rest of the island..
Around 20,000 years ago, these laurel forests dominated Europe and North Africa, and thanks to conservation efforts on La Gomera, Garajonay remains one of the best preserved subtropical rainforests in Europe. There are about 400 species of flora and fauna here, many of which are endemic to the island. The park is located in the heart of La Gomera’s 600 km network of hiking trails. With trails throughout the island, you can take your short circuit trails, half-day hikes and full-day hikes through the mountains and along the coast.
One of the most interesting elements of La Gomera’s cultural heritage is the island’s unique whistling language, Silbo Gomero. The Guanches, the earliest inhabitants of the island, used Silbo Gomero to communicate through the deep gorges and valleys of the island. The whistles could travel up to 5 km and were used to convey all sorts of messages, from public announcements and invitations to events to the location of a lost goat. Silbo Gomero is much more than just a set of phrases that existed as a fully articulated dialect, repeating the characteristic sounds of colloquial speech..
Although not widely used today, efforts are being made to preserve it. Language has been a compulsory school subject since 1999, and in 2009 it was given the status of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. You can check out the Silbo demonstration every Saturday at the Torre Del Conde Hotel in San Sebastian and every day at Restaurante Las Rosas and Mirador de Abrante Restaurant in Agulo.0022
Adventure at sea
Care has been taken to protect the ocean around La Gomera and as such it has become a hotbed for marine wildlife. Although these are typically migratory creatures, thanks to these conservation efforts, dolphins can be found here all year round. Take an ecological boat trip with Tina and you’ll likely spot local fauna, from bottlenose dolphins and spotted dolphins to pilot and sperm whales and bog turtles. Tina has been awarded the Yellow Flag environmental accreditation and their vessels do not use sonar, which negatively affects marine life.
Excursions to the rock of Los Formation Arganos can also be organized. Formed by ancient lava flows cooling and contracting, huge basalt columns rise from the ocean like the pipes of a church organ. The vertical columns can reach a height of 80 meters and a width of almost a meter.
In this fertile land with varied terrain, the local cuisine offers a variety of products grown or farmed on the island or caught from the surrounding seas . Traditional recipes are as simple and soulful as the island itself, with delicacies including watercress soup, almogrote (a crumbly goat cheese pâté flavored with herbs and butter), and miel de palma , a sweet palm syrup commonly used in Homeran cuisine.
Canary Islands
Mojo (sauce) – Mojo (sauce)
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Mojo 0008 Molho [ˈMoʎu], meaning “sauce”) is the name or short name for several types of sauces, of various spices, consisting mainly of olive oil, local varieties of pepper (called pimienta in the Canary Islands), garlic, pepper (called pimentón in Spain), cumin or coriander, and other spices. Mojo originated in the Canary Islands where the main varieties are red mojo ( mojo rojo ) and green mojo ( Mojo Verde ). In other countries, there are recipes similar to mojo where acidic ingredients such as vinegar, lemon, orange, or lime juice can be used. Mojo de cilantro ) and parsley mojo ( Mojo de Perejil ). Because coriander and parsley contain some water, they should be refrigerated and consumed within two days of preparation.
Red mojo , made from small red peppers from La Palma (called Pimienta Picona ) and peppers, usually eaten with meat. Red and green mojo can be used interchangeably to spice up some dishes. papas arrugadas without salsa mojo or mojo potatoes . Mojo is also usually served with fresh buns at the start of a meal.
Preparation
Red mojo is prepared by drying the peppers. Once dried, peppers can be stored for a long time before cooking. Before making mojo, peppers are soaked in water to lose their pungency. The grains and fibers are then removed, but some of them will make the mojo tangy. In the case of green mojo, the spiciness will be adjusted by the amount of garlic, and can also be enhanced by the addition of ground coriander seeds.
Canarian variations
Local variations of mojo include recipes with cheese, such as mojo con queso from La Palma and El Hierro, and almogrote from La Gomera, where it is made into a spreadable spread for bread. Each Canarian family has its own recipe for mojo, so it can vary greatly in flavor, spices, and texture. There is also an almond mojo that pairs perfectly with a variety of stir-fried dishes. Mojo saffron, whose main ingredient is Canarian saffron, goes well with any grilled cheese. Mojo with garlic is perfect for pizza. Mojo herb is made from a blend of spices and is perfect for any salad.
International variations
Similar sauces, also known as mojo , are also popular in Cuba and all Caribbean islands, Hispanic or non-Hispanic, due to large Canarian emigration to the Caribbean, and have even influenced some barbecue sauces in The Deep South is a region of the United States, especially the states of Florida, Texas, and Louisiana. [ citation needed ] Aroma can be anything from tomato or pepper to avocado. [ citation needed ]
In Cuban cuisine mojo is applied to any sauce made with garlic, olive oil or lard, as well as citrus juice, traditionally bitter orange juice. It is commonly used to flavor the tuber’s cassava, and is also used to marinate roast pork. [1] Without oregano, the sauce is commonly referred to as “mojito” and is used for dipping psyllium chips and fried cassava (yuca). The pork marinade includes bitter orange juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, and salt.
In Puerto Rico, mojo herbal sauce of finely chopped cilantro or parsley with salt, plenty of minced garlic and olive oil. Black pepper, butter, grated onion, you can also add vinegar and any citrus fruits. On the island, it is commonly used as a marinade for fried chicken and as a sauce for croutons , fried cassava, and sometimes mashed with mofongo . Puerto Rican Chef José Enrique Mojo, mixed with papaya and avocado, covered with fish, has become part of Puerto Rican gastronomy. 9 Steve Otto (October 24, 2007). “Cuban is ours, whatever one may say.” Tampa Tribune . Archived from the original on May 7, 2009
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Whistle Tongue. How to whistle with your tongue. Who invented silbo homero
“Currently, there are few places left in the world where they speak the language of whistling – in the village of As, in the French Pyrenees, on the island of Gomera in the Canary Islands archipelago, in the valleys of Turkey and in Mexico, on the territory of the Mazatec Indians and Zapotec…
Whistle language on the island of Gomera
Gomera Island is one of the seven main islands of the Canary archipelago, and it is located some 115 kilometers west of the African coast. Homer’s shape resembles a huge wheel with the Garajonay peak, 1487 meters high, located in the middle of the island. Like the spokes of a wheel, numerous deep valleys, more like canyons, descend to the sheer shores that frame the island on all sides… staff “pertigu”, and once the language of whistling was born. As in Asa, communication by means of a whistle allows the inhabitants of the gorges not to suffer, climbing the steep slopes of the valleys back and forth to exchange news… The Homerans whistle as piercingly as the Asses, with a force of 110 to 120 decibels, which is almost beyond the permissible limit for human hearing. That is why it is possible to communicate in both languages over truly vast distances. For all that, however, the Asians can no longer make out their own whistle if they are two to two and a half kilometers apart, and the reason for this is the strong winds that often fall on the valley, while the Homerans perfectly hear each other at a distance of 7- 8 kilometers, and all thanks to the reflectivity of the rocks, from which the whistle echoes around the area. At one time, Homer even had a whistle range record – 10 kilometers. Mind unbelievable! … As in Asa, Homeran whistlers even recognize each other by whistling: after all, whistling is individual for them, like speech… At the same time, despite obvious similarities, there are certain differences between both whistling languages. Firstly, the Gomerans whistle very clearly and legibly, which means that the whistle is easy to remember. So, one of my acquaintances, who knew Spanish, quite easily learned to speak Homeran. Finally, the Homeran shepherds still whistle the way the Ases whistled before the First World War, and their vocabulary is still as rich, but it can be assumed that, like the Asian whistle, and for the same reasons, “silbo-homero” one ill-fated day will sink into oblivion due to complete uselessness as relics of the past. So, back in Christmas 1862, the mayor of San Sebastian, the capital of Gomera, ordered the church to be locked up so that local shepherds would not enter there, otherwise they would certainly not have resisted during the solemn service and began to sing psalms in their own – whistling – manners. It turns out that even then the locals were ashamed of this language.”
Ree Arrip, Ass Whistlers
1985
Fortunately, Rhea Arrip was wrong about the sad fate of the Homeran language: “Local authorities, concerned about the preservation of the unique language, even included in the list of cultural achievements of mankind at the end of the last century, introduced its teaching in schools. Today, the small island of Gomera is listed among the objects of ecological tourism, and, in addition to its unique nature, the whistling language that the Gomeran whistlers willingly demonstrate at separate sites, in cafes and restaurants, playing even small performances, serves as a lure for tourists here.”
This language does not seem to use any conventions for different concepts, the words are simply “whistle”, so it is understandable to those who know Spanish. Some other languages are arranged in a similar way: “In 1948 and 1952, the French linguist Georges Covan studied the “bird language” of the Mazatec Indians in the Sahaca province of the state of Veracruz in Mexico, which is spoken by more than 60 thousand (!) people. As established by J. Covan, a Mazatec Indian who speaks the language of whistling conveys any expression of thought, whole phrases and even turns of speech. When, following this discovery by J. Covan, whistle languages were discovered among other Indian tribes of Mexico – Pueblo, Zapotec, Kikanu, Tepehuanu and others, it was found that the language of the Mazatec Indians belongs to the group of tonal languages, and it is relatively easy to learn to speak it , and other whistling languages, in particular the Tepehuana Indians, are not tonal and have many consonants that they have not learned to soften. At the request of Cowan, one of the Indians, who, in addition to his native language, also began to “whistle in Spanish,” while another Indian from another tribe, who also knew Spanish, but did not know the Mazatec language at all, understood the whistle “ in Spanish” of the first Indian and answered him “by whistling in Spanish”. So it turned out that by whistling you can translate and speak languages, both tonal and non-tonal.
So, dear friends, we arrived on the Fred Olsen ferry to one of the seven islands of the Canary archipelago – the island of La Gomera. I cannot explain why, but as I approached this wonderful island, tears involuntarily came out of my eyes. Perhaps this came from the embellishment of the pristine nature seen, or perhaps because of the excitement of meeting with an unknown, wonderful island. Landscapes amaze with the greenery of steep slopes, which are cut by parallel winding lines of terraces. Everything here is amazing. Especially for me – a tourist who began his journey abroad from the Canary Islands. Not a bad start, you say. Yes, the bar has been raised to an unrealistic height. (For me) And, right away. The first of them was, of course, the largest and most visited – Tenerife. La Gomera is located just 30 km from Tenerife. This is where most tourists come for a day trip around the island
The whistling language (El Silbo) is one of the unique cultural phenomena of La Gomera. The whistling language was created by the first locals for communication through gorges, mountain landscapes. In the XVI century. the inhabitants of La Gomera adapted the whistling language to Spanish, since the Guanche language eventually disappeared from the face of the Earth. Today, silbo is hardly used by the locals; You can hear it at various folklore performances. Silbo uses only six sounds, which can be used to express more than four thousand concepts. Silbo was used in mountainous areas, while it was heard at a distance of up to eight km. With the help of the whistle language, women could call their husbands and children for dinner, shepherds exchanged information about lost and found goats, etc. Also, with the help of a whistle, residents warned each other of danger – for example, when ships approached the shores in search of slaves. Not so long ago, a special school was opened on the island to teach this unique language. Silbo whistling language is one of the national treasures. After a tour of the island, we arrived at one of the local cafes. There we were seated at large long tables with other tourists. Opposite us were German women. When we said that we were from Moscow, they nodded their heads approvingly. After drinking a glass of Spanish wine, we ate Canarian potatoes and other food. Then the most important thing began, for which we came to this cafe. We heard the language of silbo whistling. The young guy whistled something to the girl, and she followed his commands. In particular, it was about where to take something and where to put it. Our Russian-speaking guide translated everything into Russian. All commands were executed correctly. For example, take a mobile phone from a young man in a red T-shirt and give it to a girl with long white hair, etc. If possible, I will upload a video for you where you yourself can hear this amazing whistling language – silbo.
Every nation has its own customs, traditions, and, most importantly, language. This is what distinguishes him from other peoples. There are a huge number of languages \u200b\u200bin the world, but you are unlikely to have heard of this. It is called homero or whistling language.
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Each of us at least once in our lives has heard the saying: “Don’t whistle, otherwise there will be no money.” But the inhabitants of Homero Island are absolutely not afraid of this, they whistle constantly and at the same time do not complain about their financial situation.
This is the greatest discovery for local residents, because thanks to this language they can communicate at a distance of up to 3 km. You no longer need to wind up kilometers in order to say something to a friend who is on the other side of the island, it is enough to “whistle” the words.
Homero’s tongue is not heavy. To learn it, you only need to be able to whistle. To do this, you need to place your index or middle finger in your mouth, whistle and cover your mouth with your palm on the side.
Just imagine, with just 5 vowels and 4 consonants, people can whistle as many as 4,000 words in Spanish. There are also disadvantages to such communication – the whistle is not always heard correctly, so a person is forced to repeat what was said several times, the rest can guess what is being said from the context.
There is an opinion that this language appeared in antiquity. Homer Island is a mountainous area with narrow valleys. Previously, there were no mobile phones and people had to shout or whistle to each other.
The whistle could be heard at a distance of several kilometers. Therefore, the locals decided to come up with a whistling language so as not to wind up the kilometers.
Watch an interesting and informative video! You will definitely like it! Would you like to learn Homero or whistle language? Leave your comments below the video!
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At a school on Gomera, whistling lessons are compulsory for everyone
One of the most unusual languages in the world is now experiencing a revival in the Canary Islands.
This is the whistling language of Silbo Gomero, named after the islands of Gomera, belonging to the archipelago of the Canary Islands.
I am standing on the top of a hill overlooking the old peasant houses. To my right is a view of a forest burned last year when this Spanish island, off the coast of Morocco, was engulfed in forest fires.
I listen for the sounds of the whistle, which old-timers assure me are still used by the locals.
This ancient language, in which words in Spanish are replaced by four consonants and two vowels, is perfectly suited for communication between shepherds grazing sheep in rugged ravines. They say that it can be heard for more than three kilometers.
In a moment of danger
Nothing is known about its origin. The first European settlers who arrived on the island in the 15th century found the Guanches there, who already used the whistle to communicate over long distances.
Gradually, the locals switched to Spanish when whistling, although it is known that in North Africa, where the Guanches came from, whistling languages were common among many nationalities.
The whistling language was especially widely used in the 40s and 50s of the last century.
“In the old days, when fires started in the mountains, which often happens on the island, we were all evacuated by the police,” says Lion Rodriguez, an old man with a hoarse voice of a smoker.
According to him, no one asked the people, but they were simply put on trucks and taken to the city while the fire was being extinguished.
And the shepherds whistled among themselves, warning about the danger – they say, the police left, we must hide. No one, except for the shepherds and some local residents, understood this language. The news of the danger spread throughout the island very quickly.
I love nature, I love animals and I love to whistle Isidoro the shepherd
The whistling language began to decline in the late 50s, when due to the economic crisis, many speakers – or silbadors, as they were called in Spanish – emigrated to Venezuela and nearby Tenerife.
But the rapid development, first of the road network, and then of mobile networks, led to the fact that the Silbo Homero language lost its practical value.
By the end of the 90s, interest in this language began to revive, although many islanders treated it with disdain, considering it the language of poor peasants.
Second wind
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The island is slowly emptying as its inhabitants move in search of work in Tenerife
However, it was then that it was decided to introduce the language of whistling into the curriculum of local primary schools.
I must say that I did not manage to hear a whistle during many hours of travel around this volcanic island with its very diverse topography. It has become a tourist attraction and can only be heard in schools and during performances in hotels and restaurants.
Archaeologist Fernandez Marrero fears that the whistling language may become an exotic curiosity, like the flower necklaces worn around the necks of tourists in the Hawaiian Islands.
Whistle languages around the world
Whistle languages used in Greece, Turkey, Mexico and some African countries
The Shona language of Zimbabwe and Zambia contains whistling sounds
Most often used by shepherds in mountainous and rough terrain
Robot R2-D2 from the movie “Star Wars” was also explained in this language
Examples of other languages of this type are known – for example, on the Greek island of Evia, in the city of Cuzkoy in Turkey, and also in the French Pyrenees.
But Silbo Gomero is the only language that is well studied and taught in school, and therefore used by hundreds of people. For some inhabitants of the island of Homer, language has become a source of income, others consider it an important element of national identity, but for the linguist Martial Morer, it is interesting in itself.
“Silbo is interesting from a linguistic point of view, because he is a very simple system and you can use his example to understand how other languages were formed,” he says.
I met one of these silbadores in the town of Chipude, high in the mountains. 39-year-old Isidoro did not learn this language at school, but inherited it from his father. He herds goats in the local mountains and summons them with his whistle. According to him, goats respond only to his voice.
Shiro, as his friends call him, lives alone. All his relatives left for Tenerife, because there was no work for them on their native island.
“I myself lived there for eight years, but decided to return. I never got used to city life – I love nature, I love animals and I love to whistle. I will stay here because the island needs me,” says the shepherd.
Professor Andre Klass turns on the tape recorder. A strong, ear-piercing modulated whistle is heard in the phonetics laboratory of the Department of Modern Languages at Glasgow University. One might think that this is the conversation of angry thrushes, but the whistle is too strong for this, and besides, it is known that people whistle. Professor Klass translates:
“What time does the bus leave for Saint Sebastian?” Or:
“Have you seen my goat?”
These are samples of the whistling language, common on one of the islands of the Canary archipelago – on the island of Gomera. Mountains of volcanic origin, with an endless number of peaks, no plains, no roads. Here, on the island of La Gomera, the shortest journey on foot becomes a job suitable only for mules. Therefore, the indigenous people communicate with each other with the help of a whistle, known among linguists as “silbo gomero”. This whistle can be compared in strength to locomotive whistles. The average “silbador” (the so-called people “speaking” silbo) can be heard for 8 kilometers, and the record hearing was 14 kilometers. This method of communication replaces the telephone on the island.
Understanding the silbo gomero principle was not so easy. Some travelers tried to view it from a musical point of view. One of them believed, for example, that high-pitched whistles correspond to certain vowel sounds and provide a phonetic skeleton of a phrase, according to which the silbadores understand each other more or less well. Another wrote down with the help of musical signs the melody of several phrases in silbo, but when he let the silbadors listen to this melody, they did not understand anything. This traveler even suggested that thought transmission at a distance plays a certain role here.
Nothing happened: silbo homero is a real language that can be understood without resorting to the services of either musicians or telepaths. It is nothing but whistled Spanish.
How can you whistle in Spanish or any other language, you ask. And, really, try to whistle some phrase – you will not succeed.
In ordinary language, speech sounds are formed with the participation of the entire speech apparatus: larynx, pharynx, nasal cavity, oral cavity (lips, tongue, teeth, palate). But a whistle is a simple sound. It can only differ in pitch, volume, and duration. How, then, can the whistle be modified so that it becomes possible to explain with its help?
It turns out that for this it is enough to change only the pitch. The strength of the sound in the silbo does not matter, since the silbador always whistles to the maximum of his abilities: otherwise he risks not being heard.
In order to vary the pitch, the silbadors use the natural resonator – the oral cavity. The silbadores whistle the way boys usually whistle; with fingers.
The whistle technique is very different. There are at least six different whistling techniques:
1) part of the hole formed by the lips is closed with the index finger;
2) a bent index finger is inserted between the lips and serves as a support for the tongue;
3) the little finger inserted into the corner of the mouth serves the same purpose;
4) two fingers are inserted deep enough into the corners of the mouth and connected to the tip of the tongue;
5) the index finger or bent little finger is inserted very deeply into the mouth.
And you can whistle without the help of your fingers, resting your tongue against the sky, but this requires some practice.
Can we talk about pronunciation in Silbo in the usual sense of the word? No, because when “talking” in Silbo, the tongue and lips remain almost motionless. So, for example, to pronounce the word “pa”, we close our lips, the glottis closes in the silbador, interrupting the sound, and a similar effect occurs. If you need to whistle the word “ata”, the tongue rests against the palate, the volume of the oral cavity changes, and a sound is born, which, after rising to pronounce the vowel “a”, quickly falls. In the word “ara” the vibration is different, since the tongue does not touch the palate and does not interfere with the flow of a long, slightly modulated whistle.
Of course, a literary language with a rich silbo vocabulary is unlikely. This is not without distortion, the combination of the same sounds can correspond to a variety of words. And you need a lot of intuition to correctly interpret the sounds. However, Professor Klass claims that he has never met a silbador who did not understand his brother.
The silbo technique and the nature of the sounds are different in different areas of the island.
Since when did the natives of the island of Gomera begin to explain themselves with such a sawn-off shotgun? Obviously a very long time ago. It is known that the first inhabitants of the island, the Guanches, used silbo, but its basis was the local, now extinct language. In the 14th century, when the Spaniards conquered the Canary Islands, the whistling language adapted to Spanish.
Differences in the Silbo language are not only local but also individual. Each silbador has his own style and register, which, however, are easily perceived by the interlocutor.
For the inhabitants of the island, this exotic language is quite natural. The class tells an interesting story. In 1882, the alcalde Saint Sebastian was forced to deprive the flock of the nightly Christmas service for a very unexpected reason: the parishioners stubbornly resisted his ban on whistling the words of psalms during mass. And one more rather picturesque detail; the piercing noise of Silbo conversation is sometimes joined by the hubbub of blackbirds, who have learned several layers of this language and shout desperately: “Federico, Pepito!”
Quite recently Silbo was thought to be the only language of its kind. But just recently a similar language was discovered in a small Turkish village near the Black Sea. His technique is similar to that of the silbo tongue.
Professor Klass thinks that such languages should certainly exist elsewhere. At the beginning of the century, he says, shepherds in the Pyrenees used the language of whistling.
A similar language is said to exist in the highlands of northern India.
These languages are on the way to extinction, but for now they serve as telephones for several thousand people.
Translated from French.
Natural Gas Communication
Square-Cube Law
In the distant land of Backeye, people have developed a secret language called Pasgas . Instead of speaking words or shaping them with gestures, speakers of Pashgas communicate using tailwinds. They control the pitch and duration of each beep, and one phoneme can convey as much meaning as an ideogram (such as Chinese characters or Japanese kanji characters) or even an entire sentence.
Pazgas is popular with spies, but serves other professions as well. Abroad, it can be used to convey messages to fellow captives, a conversation in which nothing is audible to all but the initiates. At Backeye, guards can use this as a shibboleth to easily identify foreigners. And in team sports such as volleyball, it can be used to coordinate strategy without the need to get together as a team.
I have a question: is this way of communication possible? If not, why not? If possible, what training would be required to speak Passgas?
Edit for clarity: The communication I mentioned above is acoustic, not scent based.
L. Dutch
a conversation that is silent for everyone except the initiates
I would argue about the silence. .. anyway…
It looks like a Silbo Gomero variant.
Silbo Gomero (Spanish: silbo gomero [ˈsilβo ɣoˈmeɾo], “Gomeran whistle”), also known as el silbo (“whistle”), is a whistling register of the Spanish language used by the inhabitants of La Gomera in the Canary Islands to communicate through deep ravines and narrow valleys that diverge throughout the island. It allows you to exchange messages at a distance of up to 5 kilometers. Due to its loud nature, Silbo Gomero is commonly used in public places.
The main problem with your approach is that the rectum lacks most of the structures that in the mouth allow the modulation of sound: on the one hand you have, among others, the throat, tongue, teeth, cheeks, which help to regulate the emission of sound, while on the other side are the sphincter and gluteal muscles. I find it possible to control the duration of the radiation and, to some extent, the pitch.
However, after some training, it should be possible to achieve some modulation abilities, as Le Pétoman did:
Le Pétomane (/ləˈpɛtəmeɪn/, French pronunciation: [ləpetɔˈman]) is the stage name of French flute (professional fart) and entertainer Joseph Pujol (June 1, 1857 – 1945). He was known for his remarkable control of his abdominal muscles, which allowed him to seem to fart at will. His stage name combines the French verb péter, “to fart”, with the suffix -mane, “-maniac”, which translates to “fartomaniac”. This profession is also called “flatulence”, “farter” or “farting”.
It is a common misconception that Joseph Pujol actually had intestinal gas while performing on stage. Rather, Puyol could “inhale” or move air into the rectum and then control the release of that air with the anal sphincter muscles. Evidence of his ability to control these muscles was seen in early reports of demonstrations of his abilities to fellow soldiers.
Some of the highlights of his stage performance included the sound effects of cannon fire and thunderstorms, and the performance of “O Sole Mio” and “La Marseillaise” on the ocarina through a rubber tube in his anus. He could also blow out a candle from several yards away.
However, such a message will be short, without the possibility of reaching the kilometer range of Silbo Gomero. Also, I doubt that an unprepared listener would find it normal to continue farting of the type that is necessary for some kind of communication, unless it was timed to look as “natural” as possible.
In summary:
Can this ability be learned? Almost certainly yes.
Can be used for communication?: yes for short distances and for short messages.
Can it be stealthy?: Only if used at low fart, ahem, baud rate. Prolonged and prolonged vocalization would attract attention.
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I have a question: is this way of communication possible? If not, why not? If possible, what training would be required to speak Passgas?
Yes, this is possible with restrictions.
The more complex the meanings, the more difficult it is to reproduce and hear them.
Morse code, for example, would be relatively simple, since all you need to distinguish is long and short, or dot and dash. The downside is that such communication will take a lot of time.
Of course, some chosen ones could do it faster than others.
The more duration and pitch you have, the more likely there are errors in the system.
2 pitches and 2 durations should be easily accessible to the majority of the population. This gives you the equivalent of 2 bits at a time. The biggest problem is transmission, not reception.
The more trainings received, the more fields could be recognized. If you can recognize 64 different steps and have a dot or dash, you can create any 8 bit ascii character.
However, the faster you communicate, the more errors.
Also, this is not good for secrets, as anyone who hears this can decipher them. It’s in your best interest to encrypt it.
Moreover, we have excellent microphones today and we could probably record the mentioned noises. After recording, we could use computers to decode any message you might send. In the end, the field agent got cell phones there and forced computers to decrypt them in real time. Audio occupies a relatively small amount of memory, so agents in the field can have more than 1 microphone and record continuously.
It would probably be possible to use modern smartphones for real-time decoding.
Whistle language, one of the most unusual languages in the world. Whistle language in the Canaries is experiencing a renaissance Whistle language
“At present, there are few places in the world where they speak the whistling language – in the village of As in the French Pyrenees, on the island of Gomera in the Canary Islands, in the valleys of Turkey and in Mexico, on the territory of the Mazatec and Zapotec Indians…
Whistle language on the island of Gomera
Gomera Island is one of the seven main islands of the Canary archipelago, and it is located some 115 kilometers west of the African coast. Homer’s shape resembles a huge wheel with the Garajonay peak, 1487 meters high, located in the middle of the island. Like the spokes of a wheel, numerous deep valleys, more like canyons, descend to the sheer shores that frame the island on all sides… staff “pertigu”, and once the language of whistling was born. As in Asa, communication by means of a whistle allows the inhabitants of the gorges not to suffer, climbing the steep slopes of the valleys back and forth to exchange news… The Homerans whistle as piercingly as the Asses, with a force of 110 to 120 decibels, which is almost beyond the permissible limit for human hearing. That is why it is possible to communicate in both languages over truly vast distances. For all that, however, the Asians can no longer make out their own whistle if they are two to two and a half kilometers apart, and the reason for this is the strong winds that often fall on the valley, while the Homerans perfectly hear each other at a distance of 7- 8 kilometers, and all thanks to the reflectivity of the rocks, from which the whistle echoes around the area. At one time, Homer even had a whistle range record – 10 kilometers. Mind unbelievable! … As in Asa, Homeran whistlers even recognize each other by whistling: after all, whistling is individual for them, like speech… At the same time, despite obvious similarities, there are certain differences between both whistling languages. Firstly, the Gomerans whistle very clearly and legibly, which means that the whistle is easy to remember. So, one of my acquaintances, who knew Spanish, quite easily learned to speak Homeran. Finally, the Homeran shepherds still whistle the way the Ases whistled before the First World War, and their vocabulary is still as rich, but it can be assumed that, like the Asian whistle, and for the same reasons, “silbo-homero” one ill-fated day will sink into oblivion due to complete uselessness as relics of the past. So, back in Christmas 1862, the mayor of San Sebastian, the capital of Gomera, ordered the church to be locked up so that local shepherds would not enter there, otherwise they would certainly not have resisted during the solemn service and began to sing psalms in their own – whistling – manners. It turns out that even then the locals were ashamed of this language.”
Ree Arrip, Ass Whistlers
1985
Fortunately, Rhea Arrip was wrong about the sad fate of the Homeran language: “Local authorities, concerned about the preservation of the unique language, even included in the list of cultural achievements of mankind at the end of the last century, introduced its teaching in schools. Today, the small island of Gomera is listed among the objects of ecological tourism, and, in addition to its unique nature, the whistling language that the Gomeran whistlers willingly demonstrate at separate sites, in cafes and restaurants, playing even small performances, serves as a lure for tourists here.”
This language does not seem to use any conventions for different concepts, the words are simply “whistle”, so it is understandable to those who know Spanish. Some other languages are arranged in a similar way: “In 1948 and 1952, the French linguist Georges Covan studied the “bird language” of the Mazatec Indians in the Sahaca province of the state of Veracruz in Mexico, which is spoken by more than 60 thousand (!) people. As established by J. Covan, a Mazatec Indian who speaks the language of whistling conveys any expression of thought, whole phrases and even turns of speech. When, following this discovery by J. Covan, whistle languages were discovered among other Indian tribes of Mexico – Pueblo, Zapotec, Kikanu, Tepehuanu and others, it was found that the language of the Mazatec Indians belongs to the group of tonal languages, and it is relatively easy to learn to speak it , and other whistling languages, in particular the Tepehuana Indians, are not tonal and have many consonants that they have not learned to soften. At the request of Cowan, one of the Indians, who, in addition to his native language, also began to “whistle in Spanish,” while another Indian from another tribe, who also knew Spanish, but did not know the Mazatec language at all, understood the whistle “ in Spanish” of the first Indian and answered him “by whistling in Spanish”. So it turned out that by whistling you can translate and speak languages, both tonal and non-tonal.
With all the variety of sounds of human languages, most of them are similar and we can always determine whether it is a person speaking or. But if you visit the foothills of the Himalayas and hear a conversation between two people from the Hmong people, you may not even suspect that you hear human speech.
Indeed, in the speech of these peoples and several other small groups from different parts of the world, whistling is used instead of the sounds we are used to. So, scientists have been studying the language of Silbo Homer for several decades, in which the inhabitants of one of the Canary Islands whistle. Also, the whistling language is mentioned by Herodotus when describing the life of one of the African peoples.
The whistling language can use the following melodies, which are inherent in any spoken sentence. This feature is used by Asian peoples. But if the underlying language is not naturally tonal, then in these cases whistling mimics vowels, while consonants can be identified by changes in transition from note to note.
The whistle language, which uses a wide variety of melodies, is needed for communication between shepherds, hunters, in a word, those who are separated from the interlocutor by long distances. The nature of the regions where such languages are used usually favors the development of just such a mode of communication, since the open plains and mountains provide ideal conditions for the propagation of sound.
The Hmong language is especially important for young people who use it to flirt with residents and residents of remote settlements. Such a conversation can be made private using sound combinations known only to two. In addition, by whistling, a third-party listen will hardly determine who exactly is talking.
And of course, during the conduct of hostilities, the whistling language is simply indispensable, since it cannot be easily recognized by the enemy. For example, the Australian Army is known to have hired a person who speaks the language from Papua New Guinea to broadcast messages that could confuse Japanese listening devices.
French scientist Julien Meyer of the University of Grenoble has identified more than 70 groups around the world that can use whistling to communicate to a degree comparable to the flexibility of normal speech. The scientist determined that a person who has a sufficient command of the whistling language can decipher it with an accuracy of more than 90%. Most likely, this ability is similar to the mechanism of the nervous system that allows us to carry on a conversation in a crowded room or understand a message uttered in a whisper.
The very existence of such languages demonstrates the linguistic diversity of mankind, as well as the ability of the brain to decipher information from a variety of sources and signal systems. Perhaps these studies will be able to shed light on the very organization of the brain.
In addition, the study of such languages can help to understand the origins of human speech in general. According to one hypothesis, they may have sounded very similar to the whistling language of the Hmong people.
So, dear friends, we arrived on the Fred Olsen ferry to one of the seven islands of the Canary archipelago – the island of La Gomera. I cannot explain why, but as I approached this wonderful island, tears involuntarily came out of my eyes. Perhaps this came from the embellishment of the pristine nature seen, or perhaps because of the excitement of meeting with an unknown, wonderful island. Landscapes amaze with the greenery of steep slopes, which are cut by parallel winding lines of terraces. Everything here is amazing. Especially for me – a tourist who began his journey abroad from the Canary Islands. Not a bad start, you say. Yes, the bar has been raised to an unrealistic height. (For me) And, right away. The first of them was, of course, the largest and most visited – Tenerife. La Gomera is located just 30 km from Tenerife. This is where most tourists come for a day trip around the island
The whistling language (El Silbo) is one of the unique cultural phenomena of La Gomera. The whistling language was created by the first locals for communication through gorges, mountain landscapes. In the XVI century. the inhabitants of La Gomera adapted the whistling language to Spanish, since the Guanche language eventually disappeared from the face of the Earth. Today, silbo is hardly used by the locals; You can hear it at various folklore performances. Silbo uses only six sounds, which can be used to express more than four thousand concepts. Silbo was used in mountainous areas, while it was heard at a distance of up to eight km. With the help of the whistle language, women could call their husbands and children for dinner, shepherds exchanged information about lost and found goats, etc. Also, with the help of a whistle, residents warned each other of danger – for example, when ships approached the shores in search of slaves. Not so long ago, a special school was opened on the island to teach this unique language. Silbo whistling language is one of the national treasures. After a tour of the island, we arrived at one of the local cafes. There we were seated at large long tables with other tourists. Opposite us were German women. When we said that we were from Moscow, they nodded their heads approvingly. After drinking a glass of Spanish wine, we ate Canarian potatoes and other food. Then the most important thing began, for which we came to this cafe. We heard the language of silbo whistling. The young guy whistled something to the girl, and she followed his commands. In particular, it was about where to take something and where to put it. Our Russian-speaking guide translated everything into Russian. All commands were executed correctly. For example, take a mobile phone from a young man in a red T-shirt and give it to a girl with long white hair, etc. If possible, I will upload a video for you where you yourself can hear this amazing whistling language – silbo.
The Silbo language (el silbo – whistle), declared a masterpiece of the intangible heritage of mankind, was first discovered by European researchers on the island of Gomera. Sylbo is not a “spy” signaling system or some kind of Morse code. A silbo speaker (such a person is called a “silbador”), speaks using ordinary Spanish, transposed into a whistle. Silbador puts the tip of his tongue to his teeth and begins to whistle, while pronouncing the words, as in a normal conversation. Experienced “talkers” can whistle any word, phrase, or even an entire poem just as they would in Spanish. It will seem surprising to an inexperienced listener that in an ordinary shrill whistle one can at least distinguish something. However, experienced silbadors recognize every word by the slightest, it would seem, insignificant vibrations and changes in tone. Moreover, over the years, the inhabitants of Homera develop their own style of whistling, which allows the “interlocutors” to easily recognize each other.
Silbo became famous relatively recently. The Spaniards themselves, living on the continent, knew practically nothing about their unusual compatriots. All the more surprising is the fact that the silbo has been preserved and is still “whistled” on it. Fame began to come only in the XX century. For example, in 1906, the silbo was demonstrated to the Spanish king Alfonso XIII. The courtiers informed his majesty about the wonderful whistling language spoken in the Canary Islands. The king did not believe it and ordered that two Gomer soldiers be brought directly to the palace. One soldier went to the far corner of the hall, and the second remained at the throne. The king whispered to him, “Let your friend take off his hat.” From excitement, the campaigner whistled the order not quite accurately. His comrade confidently marched across the hall and decisively tore off the hat from the king himself! Despite this, the monarch was delighted, because such miracles happen in his own state! At the moment, the authorities are doing everything possible to save the silbo. The whistling language is taught in schools in the Canary Islands, and courses are also open to visitors. You can learn to “speak” Silbo well in three months, provided, of course, that you know Spanish.
Very rarely, and above all in order to surprise a foreigner, the inhabitants of the island resort to silbo in direct communication. But the shepherds, being far from each other with their flocks, while away the time for a lively “conversation”.
Children of the islanders are great hunters of silbo: from the age of 11-12 they already begin to whistle whole phrases. Years pass, and each silbador develops its own style of whistling. So, when showing tape recordings of the conversation of some silbadors, listeners easily recognized them by their “voice”. Whistle languages also exist in parts of Mexico and Equatorial Africa, but they are not as accurate as Silbo. In addition, they consist of tones that are not related to other elements of speech. Silbo, this truly “Homeric whistle”, is built on the basis of the existing language, and this is its uniqueness.
In ancient times, our distant ancestors widely used whistling. While hunting, protecting one’s territory, or when someone suddenly lost their way in primeval forests, a whistle always came to the rescue, which can sound much stronger than a human voice (even a scream). Probably even then the first language based on whistling was formed. Later, the whistle began to be used by shepherds.
With the help of simple signals, the shepherd gave signals to guard dogs, which helped him control and manage the movement of a large herd. It is interesting that the whistle was used for communication not only for communication not only by birds, but even by fish. In many animals, the most complex communication combinations are built on the basis of whistling.
However, communication in the language of whistles is a privilege not only for animals, but also for people. In some countries, even specially developed whistle languages have survived. At present, the whistle has lost its original semantic meaning, but we very often use it in everyday life. (When a whistle is suddenly heard in a dark alley in the evening, the townsfolk unambiguously understand: “Robbing.”
Whistle is heard among fans and judges, construction workers and dockers – many use whistle and cannot imagine their activity without it). Many peoples have a lot of superstitions associated with whistling. For example, the ancient Arabs claimed that the one who whistled defiled his mouth for as much as 40 days.
And European sailors could immediately send the whistler overboard, as he could invite a storm. Nowadays, many peoples have an opinion that a whistle can call trouble or call on dark forces. Remember the familiar phrase? – “Do not whistle in the house. You will lose all the money (whistling). Note: Many catchphrases associated with whistling have entered our habitual language, for example: he whistled all his fortune, just whistle and I will appear, whistle everyone upstairs.
If whistling did not play a big role in human life, it would hardly have entered the (vocabulary) apparatus of many peoples. Apparently, its secret meaning is now hidden in the human subconscious. What is the whistle maestro hiding? Many peoples in antiquity had a highly developed communication system, which was based on a whistle. Spirits (ectoplasmic substances), which from time immemorial lived side by side with human civilization, have learned to understand this language. For them, the verbal language familiar to a person seems difficult, but the language of the whistle turned out to be acceptable. Centuries passed, people forgot the virtual language of whistling, but the civilization of ectoplasmic neighbors kept the memory of it.
The essence of this language was remembered only by the initiates, who for many centuries passed this secret from generation to generation. This powerful power was entrusted to secret books, modern magicians resurrect the secret power without even understanding what they are dealing with…
Let’s remember how the shepherd controlled the movement of a large flock. The shepherd trained guard dogs to respond to certain commands (a combination of short and long whistles). Consequently, on one signal the herd was directed to the right, on the other the dogs directed the herd to the left. The spirits (ectoplasmic creatures) that accompany the flock of sheep everywhere could not remain “indifferent” to these whistling signals. The generations of ecto-beings will change and the signals of the shepherd will become familiar to them. Now, even without a herd, they will respond to the command.
Someone will break the silence with a loud whistle and gather invisible aliens around them. Perhaps this is the basis of many superstitions, for example, that a whistle can call trouble or a storm. Nowadays, there is a tribe of “savages” who communicate with each other in a language familiar to humans, but once a year they celebrate the “whistling holiday”, when for three days and nights all members of the tribe communicate with each other only in the whistling language.
Perhaps by doing this they pay tribute to their ancestors who mastered this art to perfection … Is there any evidence that the ancients gave great importance to whistling? Perhaps one of the most important evidence of this is the whistles and whistles of various shapes and designs that have survived to this day are present in the folk craft and folklore of different countries.
The Canary Islands in January – everything to see & do
The Canary Islands are found just off the coast of West Africa but are actually a Spanish archipelago that offers warm and sunny weather all year round. From classic tourist destinations like Lanzarote and Gran Canaria to more rural locations such as Fuerteventura, the landscapes across these islands are fascinating in their variety and offer plenty of opportunities for holiday adventures.
Many people dream of escaping to a sunny island paradise when the weather gets cold and miserable in January, and the Canary Islands offer just that. If you’re not too bothered about getting to spend days on the beach and in the sea, then these islands are the perfect place for your next winter holiday.
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January is part of the low season for tourism in the Canary Islands, meaning that not only will the islands be quieter, it will also be cheaper to visit them
The Canary Islands offer some of the warmest winter weather in all of Europe, so are perfect for a holiday to get some sunshine during the coldest part of the year
It might not be the ideal weather for relaxing on the beach, but it’s warm enough in the Canary Islands in January to enjoy numerous outdoor activities in the sunshine
The best way to find cheap flights is to search for deals between 2 to 4 months in advance, looking at the prices of tickets from all the travel companies. You can check out the best deals for flights on Skyscanner, which lets you compare fares from airlines and find the cheapest time to travel.
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The Canary Islands enjoy very mild weather all year round, and even in January, you’ll get quite a lot of sunshine and warmth during your stay. The weather across all of the islands is very similar so no destination promises significantly higher temperatures than the rest, although the south of Tenerife and Gran Canaria tend to experience the most sunshine.
Temperature
Average high temperatures across all of the Canary Islands hover around 20-21°C in January, which is very pleasant during the day and can be enjoyed in summer clothing. At night, the average low temperature drops to around 14-15°C, although this can be cooler in the northern parts of the islands.
Sea Temperature
The Canary Islands are surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, which means that the sea temperatures never get particularly high like they do in the Mediterranean. You can expect an average high water temperature of around 19°C in the Canaries in January, which some visitors will find to be a refreshing temperature whilst others will feel that the sea is far too cold for a swim.
Clouds and Rainfall
Because it is the winter season, January is one of the wettest months in the Canary Islands. Despite the risk of showers however, you will never get a full day of rain, and there is only an average of 3 days of rain a month in Gran Canaria and 5 in Tenerife.
Sunshine Hours
There is an average of 6 hours of sunshine every day across the Canary Islands and almost 11 hours of daylight. The average time for sunrise is just before 8 am and sunset tends to be around 6. 30 pm.
Tenerife
Perhaps the best known and most popular of all the Canary Islands is Tenerife, which has a huge range of different activities on offer to travellers of all ages and interests. With beaches, forests, a volcano and a historic city centre, you could spend weeks on Tenerife and still not run out of things to do.
The mild and breezy weather in January offers ideal conditions for hiking, which you can do in the Teno Rural Park, the Anaga Rural Park or the Teide National Park.
If you’re more interested in sightseeing than outdoor activities, you can spend an afternoon exploring La Orotava Old Town as part of a guided tour of the La Orotava Valley, which has been in Tenerife since the 16th century and has a range of both modern and historic architecture.
Lanzarote
Lanzarote is another of the most popular of the Canary Islands, known in particular for its volcanic geography and unique ecosystem that makes it an incredibly important and special part of the world. Instead of the greenery you’ll find on many of the other islands, Lanzarote is primarily made up of warm-coloured lava formations which can be best appreciated with a guided tour of the volcanoes in Timanfaya National Park.
Lanzarote is also known for its famous wine region, and although January isn’t a significant month for vineyard owners, it’s still a brilliant time to sample some of their produce. As well as many beautiful golden sand beaches, those who are looking for something a bit different will also be amazed by a visit to the incredible black sand beach that is found beside the island’s Green Lagoon, named after the colour of the algae that lives in the water.
Go Stargazing
The Canaries are actually one of the best places in the entire northern hemisphere to enjoy stargazing, as there is very little light pollution coming from any of the islands or the vast expanse of ocean around them. Whether you’ve hiked to a particular spot, joined one of the islands’ special stargazing tours or are just looking up at the sky from your hotel balcony, you’ll discover the stars as you’ve never seen them before.
The Teide National Park is one of the island’s best places for hiking but also for stargazing thanks to the clear skies, with regular tours organised to enjoy the view of the cosmos from the park.
Play a Round of Golf
Some of the Canary Islands are home to the highest-rated golf courses in all of Europe, so if you’ve any kind of a gold fan then you’ll need to play at least one game. Within incredible surrounding views, uniquely terrain and a brilliant range of nearby hotels and spas, the Canary Islands are a fantastic spot for a relaxing golf break.
Visit the World’s Best Waterpark
Siam Park in Tenerife is not just a waterpark for children. This incredible tourist attraction is kitted out for families, thrill-seekers, and those who are just looking to relax, so it’s a location suitable for every traveller. There’s a reason it’s been voted the world’s best waterpark for 7 years in a row now – why don’t you come and find out why?
January is one of the coldest months in the Canary Islands, making it one of the quietest months for tourism as well. If you’re not too fussed about sunbathing however then this is brilliant news, as you can make the most of cheaper travel and accommodation costs and enjoy having many of the islands to yourself at this time of year.
The north of islands such as Gran Canaria and Tenerife will be colder and wetter than the south in January, so whilst tourism is low during the months you can expect to see less of other visitors in these parts of the Canary Islands.
King’s Day
El Dia de Reyes is a Spanish festival celebrated on the 6th of January every year to celebrate Epiphany, which marks the day that, in the Christian Christmas story, the Magi gave presents to the baby Jesus. Celebrations differ across the islands, but you may experience parades through the streets or bonfires being lit.
Canary Islands Music Festival
The Canary Island International Music Festival has been held across the islands every year since 1985, celebrating classical music and bringing performers from across the world. It’s the only classic music event of its scale to happen in the winter in Europe, which makes it a very popular event for fans of the genre.
San Antonio Abad
This is a festival celebrated in Arona on the island of Tenerife and dedicated to its patron saint, Antonio Abad. The town is filled with partying during the day and night, with performances, music and traditional dress worn by those in attendance.
Which Canary Island is warmest in January?
Tenerife is the warmest of all of the Canary Islands in January, with an average high temperature of 21°C. Gran Canaria comes in a close second to this, with an average high of 20°C in January
Is the sea warm in the Canary Islands?
There is a stretch of cool ocean current that runs by the Canary Islands, and this means that the sea isn’t actually that warm. The best time of year for swimming is the summer months when the water temperature is usually above 20°C, but this can still feel quite cool to those who are sensitive to colder temperatures.
For a winter European holiday with a difference, the Canary Islands offer a host of wonderful destinations that each has unique charm and character. Whether you’re travelling solo or bringing your family along, you’ll find more than enough activities and attractions to keep you occupied in the Canaries. Now all you have to do is decide which island to visit!
Want to find out more about the top destinations in Europe to visit in January? Read our guides to Belgium and Iceland, or take a look at our rundown of Where to Go in January.
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Which one to visit in 2021? A Canaries guide
Palm trees, volcanoes, lakes and beaches; the Canaries’ fabulous scenery promises an exciting mix of exploration, adventure and relaxation – but which is the best Canary Island to visit?
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The Spanish islands are currently on the UK government’s amber list of destinations, meaning that if you live in England and have had two vaccines, you won’t need to quarantine when you come home (but will still need to take tests before and after travelling – get more information here). Of course, there are a few rules for entering the Canaries too – you’ll find them all here.
Once you’re clued up on getting there and returning safely to the UK, you’ll want to think about which one is best for you.
Whether you’re looking to go hiking in volcanic landscapes, cycle the winding mountain roads or kick back in a boutique beachside hotel, there’s a perfect Canary Island for you.
Ahead of Good Housekeeping’s island-hopping cruise on the gorgeous Belle des Océans, where you will explore the very best of the archipelago, we thought we’d narrow down the highlights of each of these sunny Spanish isles.
And don’t fear, it’s not just package holidays on offer: there are national parks to explore, gourmet restaurants to try, and charming towns and cities where you can soak up the culture.
Gran Canaria – travel to Latin America in four hours
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Although the Canary Islands are part of Spain, with Spanish spoken across all of them and tasty tapas on offer in their bars and restaurants, they’re actually nearer to Morocco than the Iberian Peninsula, giving the islands their own unique culture and heritage.
Las Palmas in Gran Canaria is still home to the 15th-century Cathedral of Santa Ana and the house where Christopher Columbus is said to have plotted his voyage to Latin America, so it’s no surprise that the local accent is closer to Latin American Spanish.
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Another similarity is the cuisine. One of the tastiest – yet simplest – dishes here is potatoes with mojo sauce (red or green). Potatoes are native to Latin America and were brought over to the Canaries centuries ago. The salted, fluffy jackets served with garlicky, spicy sauce are exquisite and you’ll find them on offer all over the island.
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La Gomera – soak up cultural wonders
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Food is the star of the show in La Gomera’s capital, San Sebastián, where restaurants serve octopus, papaya, tuna, cuttlefish watercress soup, and golfio con miel (a kind of nougat made with roasted barley and corn, plus sweet honey and figs). Toasted golfio is actually sprinkled into coffee and wine here, too!
There are also plenty of traditional, open-air ceramics workshops on pretty La Gomera, which has a long history of craftsmanship. Look out for the red pots, which take their fiery colour from a natural ochre pigment.
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San Sebastián is the place to go for boutiques and markets where you can browse artisanal gifts – like Gomeran castañets called chácaras, wooden cutlery made from Lausilva trees and baskets made from banana stems.
Don’t miss the Feria Insular de Artesanía, also held in the capital, which brings together artisans from all over the island and the rest of the archipelago.
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El Hierro – an eco-travel haven
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Lesser-known El Hierro is a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, suited to those looking for a quieter, sustainable break. Over 50 per cent of this little island is covered in pristine wilderness and progressive regulations preserve its natural beauty.
For example, the island’s energy is completely renewable, powered by waterfalls and the wind, and there are restrictions on building anything taller than two stories, to protect the spectacular views.
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And it’s not just on ground level that you’ll find wonders on El Hierro. The island has a fantastic underwater volcanic landscape, which can be explored by scuba diving. Look out for turtles, tuna, stingrays, dolphins, barracudas… and the occasional (peaceful) whale shark.
You won’t want to leave without exploring the island’s unique natural swimming pools, created when ancient lava flows cooled and walled in the seawater around the coast.
How to get there? Arrive by ferry from Tenerife to Puerto de la Estaca in the north of the island in under three hours.
Tenerife – active holidays in an exotic paradise
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Tenerife is the largest Canary Island, and possibly the most popular, thanks to the stunning El Teide, Spain’s highest peak and a breathtaking UNESCO-protected national park that’s perfect for hiking.
It’s also well-known for its gorgeous beaches which, as it’s just off the coast of West Africa, are perfect for swimming – even in November and January.
Other highlights of a visit include the annual Carnival de Santa Cruz, a festival with parades, dancing and colourful costumes which marks the start of Lent – and goes on for a fortnight!
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And if you want to keep the party going, choose an all-inclusive resort. Costa Adeje is famous for its nightlife scene, waterparks and stunning beaches, or for somewhere more relaxed, check out Los Gigantes, with scuba diving and serene mountain views, or the West Coast Playa de la Arena, with its quiet hiking trails and sleepy black-sand beaches.
You can fly to Santa Cruz from most international airports in the UK.
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La Palma – for a romantic stargazing break
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La Palma is the world’s steepest island, which naturally means that the views are incredible! For example, a short walk down to the unspoilt Playa de Nogales in the west of the island offers dramatic views of its cliffside Atlantic beach.
La Palma’s wild, solitary beaches are the perfect place to throw your worries to the wind and enjoy time with a loved one.
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And there’s more to explore by hiking across the island’s trails in search of secret waterfalls and natural craters. Head into Caldera de Taburiente National Park for some of the best trails, like the 13km hike to Los Colores Waterfall. Visit during rainier seasons to catch the falls in their full vibrancy. You’ll hardly believe it’s all natural!
And it’s not just during the day that you’ll be able to treasure the views. As a Starlight Reserve, La Palma is one of the best places in the world to observe the night skies. Roque de los Muchachos Observatory is located 2,400 metres above sea level and offers crystal-clear views of the stars.
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Lanzarote – out-of-this-world landscapes
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Otherworldly Lanzarote was born out of fiery volcanic eruptions, but now it offers plenty of luxury comforts in its charming whitewashed stone villages.
Thanks to the rocky terrain, delicious wines are produced in the bodegas of Geria, Lanzarote’s warm wine-growing region. We can’t get enough of the elegant blue bottles at Vega de Yuco, where you can taste wines and tour the bodega.
The island is also known for its award-winning cheeses. Goat and sheep’s cheeses are popular, and naturally smoked with paprika and golfio – that toasted corn flavour we mentioned earlier.
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You can’t visit Lanzarote without checking the works of artist César Manrique, a Lanzarote local who magnified the island’s crazy natural wonders with artistic shapes and bold colours. His botanical cactus garden is an absolute delight to visit on a sunny day, and the Cesar Manrique Foundation, set up in a former house of his, shows Manrique’s genius blending of architecture into the volcanic rock, with rooms built into volcanic bubbles and crafty tunnels joining them.
Timanfaya National Park is a wonderland of jagged, ochre landscapes and lava fields that will make you feel you’ve travelled to another planet, despite only being a short flight away from the UK. We love its nickname too: the Fire Mountains.
La Graciosa – get off the beaten track
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La Graciosa has been a Canary Island for just three years, but don’t let its small size put you off. It’s a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, made all the more special by the fact that its beaches are secluded, restaurants feel as if you’re the first to discover them and the roads are all unpaved, making sure you really do take the path less travelled.
Some tourists choose to travel the ‘Gracious Island’ by bike, to explore its most special and hidden corners. There are three bike routes which cross the island north to south, taking you to the main beaches and points of interest. And don’t worry, the island is mostly flat, so you can simply pedal on and enjoy the views.
Here, you can spend time at the secluded beaches, like Playa de las Conchas, with its warm tidal lagoon, and Playa Francesa, with its sand dunes and turquoise waters. Travelling from beach to beach is the best way to explore, looking out for natural arches, wildflowers and restaurants on your way.
And since it’s a protected marine reserve, wildlife flourishes in the tranquillity of La Graciosa, so remember to look out for rare seabirds and the cute monk seal that calls this island home.
The best way to get there is on a ferry from Lanzarote, which takes half an hour.
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Explore the Canary Islands with Good Housekeeping
Join Good Housekeeping on a visit to six of the eight isles this November, starting and finishing in Tenerife, where you’ll see out 2021 on a real high at the top of Mount Teide.
You’ll take in Timanfaya National Park, enjoy a wine and cheese tasting at one of the oldest bodegas in the Canaries, experience the lush flora at Garajonay National Park on La Gomera and enjoy ceramics, art, silk, and stargazing on La Palma.
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Which is the best Canary Island?
Taking a Canary Islands holiday is something that I recommend you do at least once in your lifetime. It is a very popular tourist destination in Spain thanks to its good weather throughout the year, its beaches, its landscapes, and its small villages. And as soon as you learn a little more about this place, you will realize that there are many things to do in the Canary Islands.
When planning my Canary Islands vacation, I had many questions, but the most important was “which are the best Canary Islands destinations.” It was very difficult for me to choose just one, and nobody told me which is the best Canary Island. They all have their charms, their places to visit, and their beauty. So when I saw that it was totally feasible to travel between the Canary Islands, since a short ferry ride can take you to any of the islands, I decided to visit several.
To help you plan your holidays to the Canary Islands, I have created this guide, where you will find all the information you need to know before visiting this paradise. However, don’t expect me to tell you which is the prettiest Canary Island because they are all beautiful, and whichever you visit, you will love it.
In this guide to discovering which Canary Island to visit, you will find:
Which is the best Canary Island to visit
Tenerife
Gran Canaria
La Palma
Lanzarote
La Gomera
Fuerteventura
El Hierro
La Graciosa
Best things to do in the Canary Islands
Canary Islands Hopping – Traveling between the Canary Islands
Which is the best Canary Island to visit?
The Canary Islands archipelago is formed of 8 main islands and many other small islands and islets. It’s very difficult to choose the most beautiful Canary Island, because they all have something unique about them. However, depending on what you are looking for, I can recommend which Canary Island to visit. For example, an all-inclusive Canary Islands holiday isn’t the same as enjoying the solitude of some of the best beaches the Canary Islands have to offer.
Are you planning a family holiday to the Canary Islands? Do you want to flee from the mass tourism of the Canary Islands? Or hike some of the best trails in Spain? In all these cases, I know the best of the Canary Islands for you, and you’ll know too after reading the following section.
Tenerife, one of the most popular Canary Islands destinations
Tenerife is one of the most popular Canary Islands destinations because it has practically everything. In addition, it is the largest of the Canary Islands, so if you don’t know which Canary Island is best for you, Tenerife is a very good option. There are a ton of things to do in Tenerife.
On this island, you can enjoy fine white sand beaches in the south and volcanic, black sand beaches in the north. You can also visit charming towns and cities with everything you’d ever need. Additionally, you will find a lot of great restaurants in Tenerife where you can taste the most authentic Canarian gastronomy, one of the essential things to do in the Canary Islands.
However, if many mountaineers and hikers think that Tenerife is the best of the Canary Islands, it’s because you’ll find the highest peak in Spain there, the Teide volcano, a unique place to visit in the Canary Islands. Check our guide on how to walk up Mount Teide.
Tenerife, one of the most popular Canary Islands destinations – Efrén Yanes
If you want to enjoy a great variety of landscapes and architecture, Tenerife is possibly one of the best Canary Islands for you. It is also ideal if it’s your first time traveling to the Canary Islands and you don’t have time to visit the other islands or if you are looking for an all-inclusive Canary Islands holiday.
However, its popularity means it’s not the best Canary Island for relaxing, since it’s usually quite crowded with tourists almost all year round.
If Tenerife is the best Canary Island for you…
You’re in luck as it has two airports. We always find the best flight deals to the Canary Islandson this website.
I recommend you spend 4 to 7 days on this beautiful Canary Island.
The best way to get around the Canary Islands is by car, and in Tenerife, it will take less than an hour and a half to get from north to south. Here are some tips for renting cheap cars. We usually book ours here with free cancellation.
Book a hotel in one of the best places to stay in Tenerife. Some of the best all-inclusive hotels in the Canary Islands are there:
Iberostar Selection Sábila – Adults Only
Iberostar Bouganville Playa
Adrián Hoteles Roca Nivaria
Gran Canaria, best Canary Island for families
Gran Canaria is a destination you should consider for your Canary Islands holidays if you are looking for a place that isn’t as crowded as Tenerife but still has many tourist attractions.
In Gran Canaria, you can enjoy huge white sand beaches and a city, Las Palmas, which has the best nightlife in the Canary Islands. You can also get lost among some fascinating and hidden natural landscapes, like its world-famous Maspalomas dunes, one of the best things to do in Gran Canaria.
Gran Canaria, best Canary Island for families
This dune system is surrounded by large resorts and is one of the best destinations in the Canary Islands if you want to enjoy an all-inclusive holiday. Many hotels in Gran Canaria offer entertainment options for kids, making it also the best Canary Island for families.
I advise you to choose Gran Canaria if you want to enjoy the beach, the nightlife, and the hidden but beautiful natural landscapes you will find on this charming island. Also, if you are looking for the best resorts in the Canary Islands, where you can relax surrounded by all the comforts you’d ever need. And above all, if you are looking for a quiet but touristy place at the same time, Gran Canarias is your best bet.
If Gran Canaria is the most beautiful Canary Island for you…
It is quite easy to find cheap flights to this island, since it has the largest airport in the Canary Islands. You can find the best offers here.
I recommend you spend 3 to 6 days in Gran Canaria, one of the most beautiful Canary Islands.
Renting a car is the best way to get around the Canary Islands. It only takes an hour to go from the north to the south of Gran Canaria.
Gran Canaria is popular for having some of the best all-inclusive resorts in the Canary Islands:
Occidental Margaritas
h20 Playa Meloneras Palace
Seaside Sandy Beach
La Palma, the most beautiful Canary Island
Many say that La Palma is the most beautiful Canary Island because it is full of green landscapes, flowers, and volcanoes, and I can confirm that it is. In addition, of the eight islands that make up the Canary archipelago, this is one of the smallest and least touristy destinations in the Canary Islands. Therefore, if you’re looking for a place to relax in nature, La Palma could be your best option.
La Palma, the most beautiful Canary Island
It is an island with breathtaking landscapes. Here, you won’t find big resorts or luxury hotels, but, if you like hiking, the best thing to do in La Palma, there is no better place. Also, you can experience a spectacular night sky because there is so little light pollution there. If you want to photograph the Milky Way, this is without a doubt the best Canary Island to do so.
Definitely, La Palma, the nicest Canary Island, is the best option if you are wondering which Canary Island is best to visit to disconnect from everything and walk among nature. If you are looking for the best beaches in the Canary Islands, this isn’t the island that I recommend you visit, and the same thing applies if you’re interested in Canary Islands nightlife. For those two aspects, there are other better islands in the Canary Islands.
If La Palma is your best Canary Island destination…
La Palma airport is connected to several large cities in Europe. You can find the best flight deals here.
I recommend you spend 3 to 5 days on La Palma, one of the best Canary Islands destinations.
Rent a car with free cancellation to visit La Palma, as it is the best way to get around the Canary Islands.
Check the best things to do in La Palma:
Roque de Los Muchachos and Caldera de Taburiente
Ruta de los Volcanes
Cueva de Las Palomas
Bring your hiking boots to explore some of the best hiking trails in the Canary Islands. You will find out exactly why La Palma is known as the most beautiful Canary Island.
La Palma is an ideal place to get cheap hotels like these ones:
Apartamentos La Caleta
Apartamentos Oasis San Antonio
El Hotelito 27
Lanzarote, the nicest Canary Island for weather
To me, Lanzarote is one of the most beautiful Canary Islands because it is made up of beaches and volcanoes.
Most of its beaches are of volcanic origin, so their sand is black, but you’ll also find golden, sandy beaches in some areas. In any case, some of the best beaches in the Canary Islands are here. In addition, on this island, you will find volcanic landscapes that seem like they’re straight out of another world, such as that of the Timanfaya National Park, plus some charming towns. Lanzarote doesn’t have big hotels chains, nor great nightlife or shopping areas, but it does have a wide cultural and artistic offer thanks to the influence of Cesar Manrique, the most popular artist from Lanzarote.
Lanzarote, the nicest Canary Island for weather
For me, this is the best island in the Canary Islands, and I recommend it to those looking for fascinating landscapes and art, as well as good wine and gastronomy. Bear in mind that, although there are plenty of things to do in Lanzarote, the island is small, and in high season, it can be crowded with tourists. However, most of the time, it’s quite quiet, and it’s one of the Canary Islands that I recommend you visit.
If Lanzarote is the best of the Canary Island for you…
There are a lot of flights to the Canary Islands that arrive at Lanzarote. You can book at the best price here.
I recommend you spend 5 to 7 days touring this beautiful Canary Island.
Renting a car is the best way to move around the Canary Islands. It only takes an hour to get from the north to the south of Lanzarote.
Visiting La Graciosa Island is one of the best things to do in Lanzarote and it only takes 30 minutes to get there by ferry from Orzola (north of the island).
Book a hotel in one of the best places to stay in Lanzarote. Some of the best all-inclusive hotels of the Canary Islands are here:
Barceló Teguise Beach – Adults Only
Boutique Hotel h20 White Suites – Adults Only
Occidental Lanzarote Mar
La Gomera, the best Canary Island for relaxing
La Gomera is a small and quiet island west of Tenerife. But don’t be fooled by its size, as its laurel forest, the Garajonay Natural Park, makes it one of the most beautiful Canary Islands. However, it isn’t the most touristy, since, although the last airport built in the Canary Islands is here, flights to La Gomera are not as frequent. In fact, most tourists come to La Gomera by ferry from Tenerife, one of the easiest ways to travel between the Canary Islands.
La Gomera, the best Canary Island for relaxing
Except for its capital city, San Sebastián de La Gomera, most of the locals live in small, charming villages. However, many consider this gem one of the best Canary Islands destinations due to its nature and the trails that run through it, as well as its many viewpoints, one of the best things to do in La Gomera.
If you are wondering which is the nicest Canary Island to visit for hiking through the forest, tranquility, incredible views, and old villages that still preserve the essence of the Canary archipelago, La Gomera is for you. But it isn’t the best Canary Island for people looking for big resorts, lots of leisure activities, and nightlife. There aren’t many hotels in La Gomera, so if you plan to visit this island, book well in advance.
If La Gomera is the best Canary Island for you…
It has a small airport that only flies to Tenerife, and, although you can find some good flight deals here, if you are planning to take a 1-day trip from Tenerife, I recommend this option.
You can visit the most important places in La Gomera in 1 day, although, if you spend 2 or 3 days in La Gomera, you will also find many things to do.
Unless you take this day trip from Tenerife, you will need to rent a car as public transportation is not as good on this island.
La Gomera is one of the most beautiful Canary Islands, and hiking in the Garajonay Natural Park is a must-do. No doubt, this is one of the best things to do in La Gomera.
If you are looking for a relaxing holiday, there is no better Canary Island than La Gomera. These beautiful hotels will be your best ally for disconnecting:
Parador de La Gomera
Hotel Jardín Tecina
Apartamentos Los Telares
Fuerteventura, the best Canary Island for beaches
Fuerteventura is the second largest island in the Canaries, so for that reason alone, it deserves to be considered if you are planning your holidays to the Canary Islands.
However, the reasons why many tourists consider it an essential Canary Islands destination are its wild beaches (some of the most beautiful beaches of Spain) surrounded by nature and its breathtaking Corralejo Sand Dunes, the best places to visit in Fuerteventura. There is no doubt that here you will find not only some of the best beaches in the Canary Islands but also in Spain.
Fuerteventura, the best Canary Island for beaches
In addition, it is the best Canary Island for kitesurfing or surfing. On this island, you’ll find the best conditions for these water sports all year round. In addition, there are many schools where you can learn these popular activities in the Canary Islands.
Surprisingly, Fuerteventura is not crowded, with neither a large population nor many tourists, which makes it a fairly quiet island in general, especially during the low season. This means that it doesn’t have great nightlife, except for some very specific areas.
It doesn’t stand out for its cultural offer either. However, if you are looking for stunning landscapes, beaches, and water sports, this is the best of the Canary Islands. Look for another option if you want to enjoy an active nightlife and more cultural tourism.
If Fuerteventura is the most beautiful Canary Island for you…
It has an international airport, which is very well connected to large cities in Europe (especially to Germany, the UK, and Spain). You can find the best flight deals here.
I recommend you spend 3 to 5 days in Fuerteventura, although if you don’t have that much time, I recommend this day trip from Lanzarote.
Rent a car if you want to discover some of the best beaches in the Canary Islands. At most, it will take you two hours to get from the north to the south of the island.
We have written an article with the best things to do in Fuerteventura. Without a doubt, if you want to enjoy wild beaches and huge golden dunes, this is the best Canary Island for you.
Don’t miss the chance to visit Lobos Island, the best island in the Canary Islands. You can get there with a short ferry ride from Corralejo (Northern Fuerteventura).
Although it is the second-largest island in the Canary Islands, it isn’t the most touristy. However, you can find some incredible hotels if you look for where to stay in Fuerteventura:
Barceló Corralejo Sands
h20 Playa Esmeralda – Adults Only
Barceló Castillo Beach Resort
El Hierro, the cheapest island in the Canary Islands
El Hierro is the smallest island in the Canary Islands, or at least it was until a few years ago, when La Graciosa, at only 29 km², was named the eighth Canary Island. Didn’t you know how many islands are part of the Canary Islands? There is a bit of discrepancy in this regard, since many say that the Canary Islands are made up of 8 islands, and many others say that they consist of 9 islands (including Lobos Island, Fuerteventura, another island that I also recommend visiting).
Anyway, El Hierro is a tiny island that has been declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. Its pure, untouched nature is fascinating, and it is the best Canary Island for relaxing. The island’s rudimentary roads cover less distance than its numerous trails that invite you to explore the island on foot, one of the best things to do in El Hierro.
El Hierro, the cheapest island in the Canary Islands
If you are looking for shopping malls, large resorts, or hotels, there are undoubtedly other Canary Islands that I recommend you visit, but if you fancy a Canary Islands holidays full of relaxation, El Hierro is one of the most beautiful Canary Islands.
As you can see, it isn’t the best Canary Island for everyone, since, unlike the rest, the only thing you can do here is walk among natural landscapes, go scuba diving, and rest. You will probably end up talking with the locals, who will speak to you as if they’ve known you for a long time, so if you want to experience true Canarian culture, this is your best option.
Are you looking for a place to visit in the Canary Islands that’s unlike anything else? Then you will feel at home in El Hierro. But don’t go there if you are looking for many tourist activities. It is also the cheapest Canary Island to travel to, so taking a long-term trip to El Hierro won’t hurt your wallet.
If El Hierro is your best Canary Islands destination…
The easiest way to get there is by taking a day trip from Tenerife. The airport, like the island, is quite small, so although there are flights to El Hierro, they are not very frequent.
I recommend you spend 1 to 3 days in El Hierro. It’s an island that at first seems like it has few tourist places to visit, but it is one of the Canary Islands that it’s most worthwhile to visit simply for its culture, landscapes, and cuisine.
If you don’t visit El Hierro with a guided day tour from Tenerife, you will need to rent a car to visit this beautiful Canary Island.
In addition, El Hierro is the cheapest Canary Island to travel to, and you will find great hotel deals there:
Balneario Pozo de la Salud
Parador de El Hierro
Apartamentos Villa Marina
La Graciosa, the best Canary Island for couples
La Graciosa is the best Canary Island for those seeking paradise and fleeing from crowded tourist attractions. It is the only Canary Island without an airport, so you can only get there by ferry from Lanzarote.
La Graciosa is in the Chinijo archipelago, one of the best places to dive in the world. At a total of 70,700 hectares, the waters surrounding these small islands make up the largest marine protected area in Europe, which is because there are some sea creatures that can only be found here.
La Graciosa, the best Canary Island for couples
However, if I consider La Graciosa the best Canary island for couples it is because of its dreamy sunsets. The island is of volcanic origin, so you will find unique landscapes, remote beaches, breathtaking views and bike trails.
I recommend you include it on your holidays to the Canary Islands if you are looking for relaxation and to quickly capture the essence of the Canary Islands, since you only need a day or two to visit it. It isn’t surprising that, for many, it is the most beautiful Canary Island.
If La Graciosa is the best of the Canary Island for you…
The only way to get there is by ferry from Lanzarote. The ride only takes 30 minutes.
One day is enough to visit the most important places in La Graciosa, although if you are planning a romantic getaway, I recommend spending 2 days on the island.
La Graciosa is in the Chinijo Archipelago, one of the best places to dive in the Canary Islands and in the world. If you want to dive, you can request information here.
There are not many accommodation options on the island, so if you plan to spend one night there, book in advance:
Evita Beach
La Pardela
Cuesta del Salado
Best Things to do in the Canary Islands, Spain
If you still don’t know which is the most beautiful Canary Island, below you will find the main things to do and attractions to visit in the Canary Islands to help you decide where to spend your next vacation.
I will tell you where you can find the best beaches, the best volcanic landscapes, the best hiking trails, etc. to make it a little easier for you to choose which Canary is best for you.
Best beach in the Canary Islands
Spending at least one day sunbathing on a paradisiacal beach is an essential thing to do in the Canary Islands for me. However, you may still be wondering which Canary Island to visit to enjoy the sun and sand, so now I’ll reveal the best beaches in the Canary Islands.
Corralejo, with its turquoise water and gigantic golden sand dunes, is one of my favorite beaches and a great thing to do in Fuerteventura. However, it is just another of the innumerable paradisiacal beaches that you will find on this island. El Cofete, wilder and more remote; Sotavento, with its sandbank and its blue lagoons; or El Matorral are some of the other many beaches that make Fuerteventura the best Canary Island for beaches.
Best beach in the Canary Islands
La Graciosa is another Canary island to visit if you’re looking for dream beaches. Las Conchas Beach is incredibly beautiful, although if you travel with kids, I recommend La Francesa Beach because its waters are calmer.
Lanzarote also has incredible beaches, especially in the Los Ajaches Natural Reserve, where Papagayo beach stands out. On the north of the island, you will find Famara beach, at the foot of the spectacular Risco de Famara, which is, for me, one of the most beautiful ones. If you want to enjoy beautiful and varied beaches, Lanzarote is definitely one of the best Canary Islands.
Hike up Mt. Teide, the best thing to do in the Canary Islands
Visiting the Teide summit is one of the best things to do in the Canary Islands. This incredible volcano is in Tenerife and is the highest peak in Spain, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007 and one of the places included in the Natura 2000 Network. Although Tenerife has other places of interest, I already consider it one of the best Canary Islands destinations for Teide alone.
Hike up Mt. Teide, the best thing to do in the Canary Islands
The volcano and the park extend to a total of about 19,000 hectares, with very unique volcanic rock landscapes and species that can only be found here. To get to the summit, you can go up by cable car or choose between several trails. We hiked up the Montaña Blanca trail (also called Sendero 7), which is 8 km long and takes around 4 hours. In any case, you must hike the last 200 meters to the peak and will need a special permit to do so.
Enjoying the impressive views from the top of Mount Teide is not only the best thing to do in Tenerife but also one of the most beautiful things to see in the Canary Islands.
Surfing in the Canary Islands, Spain
Fuerteventura is the best Canary Island for surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing. The El Hierro wave, in the north, next to Majanicho beach, is one of the best waves in the Canary Islands, as it forms excellent tubes and is very well connected. However, to find the best place to surf in the Canary Islands, you must take the ferry to Isla de Lobos. At El Marrajo, there is a world-class wave, the longest wave in the Canary Islands.
Surfing in the Canary Islands, Spain
Lanzarote is also a frequent answer to the question “which Canary Island is best for surfing.” Famara beach is one of the most popular for surfers. However, if you want next-level waves and you already have experience, El Quemao, next to the town of La Santa, offers a greater challenge. From Lanzarote, you can also take a ferry to La Graciosa to surf at some of its beaches.
Other islands with a surfing tradition and good waves are Tenerife and Gran Canaria, although as the most touristy islands in the Canary Islands, they are usually more crowded.
Diving, one of the most popular activities in the Canary Islands
Diving is the best thing to do in the Canary Islands, since the archipelago has incredible seabeds.
If you want to explore them, El Hierro is the best Canary Island to visit. You can find the Mar de Las Calmas Marine Reserve there, which has waters with a lot of visibility, perfect for enjoying underwater beauty. With a little luck, you can see sea turtles, dolphins, groupers, barracudas, and more. In addition, in El Hierro, there are many other great places for this activity, so there is no doubt that it’s the best Canary Islands for diving.
Diving, one of the most popular activities in the Canary Islands
La Graciosa is in the Chinijo Archipelago Marine Reserve, which is the largest protected marine area in Europe. The most spectacular thing is its rocky bottom, with caves, crevices, and tunnels. Also, since the water here has a lower temperature, there are species that cannot be seen on other islands. For this reason, diving is undoubtedly the most popular thing to do in La Graciosa.
Gran Canaria is also one of the best islands for scuba diving, since, on its extensive coast, there is everything from dive sites for beginners to some for more experienced divers. Plus, you can explore sunken ships and snorkel among volcanic landscapes. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful Canary Islands below the waves.
Best volcanic landscapes in the Canary Islands
If I must choose the best Canary Island to visit to enjoy a spectacular volcanic landscape, there is no doubt that it would have to be Tenerife. As I have said before, Teide, in addition to being the highest peak in Spain and a place where you get spectacular views, has landscapes of volcanic cones with shapes and colors that will leave you speechless. Walking through the Roques de García, at the bottom of the volcano, is like discovering a new planet.
However, for me, Lanzarote is the nicest Canary Islands to visit if you want to learn more about volcanoes. On this Canary island is Timanfaya National Park, the most important attraction of Lanzarote, which covers around 5,000 hectares. The volcanic eruptions that took place until 1824 created a spectacular natural and virgin volcanic landscape. Here, you won’t find vegetation, but you will find an incredible array of colors. Also, you can take guided tours with park rangers to learn more about the formation of the island.
Best volcanic landscapes in the Canary Islands
La Palma, in addition to being the most beautiful Canary Island, has a fascinating volcanic landscape. It may not be as popular as Teide or Timanfaya National Park because its creation is much more recent. However, the volcanoes of Fuencaliente are a great place to visit in the Canary Islands. In 1971, the last eruption of Teneguía volcano took place, and, since then, the Fuencaliente volcano route has become one of the best hikes in La Palma. On this island, you’ll also find Caldera Taburiente National Park, which was declared a World Biosphere Reserve in 2002. Although its landscape is very different from the rest, since it is full of vegetation, several volcanic eruptions took place here, creating a hilly landscape with up to 2,000 meters of unevenness.
Whale watching tours in the Canary Island
Whale watching is one of the most popular activities in the Canary Islands. Although you can take a tour to watch whales and dolphins from practically any island, one of the best is in Tenerife.
In fact, one of the most popular things to do in Tenerife South is to take a boat that sails Costa Adeje, Guía de Isora, and Santiago del Teide in search of whales and dolphins. The waters of this area are perfect for cetacean watching. In addition, they usually get quite close to the coast, and up to 21 different species have been counted. If you want to enjoy the best of the Canary Islands on your trip, I recommend the tour we did or you can check other options in our guide on whale watching tours in Tenerife.
This activity can also be done on La Palma through a tour like this one. Most of the excursions depart from the Tazacorte port, on the west coast, and, according to the islanders, the percentage of success for sightings is around 90%. Remember that they are wild animals that live freely and that their movements and behaviors can be unpredictable. But if the success rate is true, this makes it the best Canary Island for whale watching, especially if you are looking for a place that is not as crowded with tourists as Tenerife. Here is an article with everything you need to know about dolphin and whale-watching in La Palma.
Whale watching tours in the Canary Island
In Gran Canaria, there are also good conditions for whale watching tours, although whales are not as frequent there; what is normally seen are wild dolphins. These small and cute cetaceans usually swim in the southern waters of the island of Gran Canaria, especially in the Puerto Rico area. If, during your holidays in the Canary Islands, you want to enjoy this activity, I recommend this tour or check our guide on the best whale watching tours in Gran Canaria.
Lobos Island is another ideal Canary Islands destination for dolphin watching. You can take a tour to explores its waters in search of these mammals from Lanzarote or from Fuerteventura. For more information, check our guides on dolphin-watching in Lanzarote and dolphin-watching in Fuerteventura.
Laurel forests, which is the best Canary Island
The laurel forest is a type of humid subtropical forest that I highly recommend visiting in the Canary Islands.
To enjoy these beautiful forests, La Gomera is undoubtedly the best island in the Canary Islands. In fact, many of us think that it’s the most beautiful Canary Island, thanks to the laurel forest it has in Garajonay National Park. If you can travel to La Gomera, visiting this park is like entering a magical world where nature has created a space everyone wants to get lost in. Winding trails, incredible views, fairytale landscapes and a beautiful volcanic landscape. This is the Laurisilva forest of La Gomera.
Laurel forests, which is the best Canary Island
But there is another laurel forest that fascinated me: Anaga Rural Park, in Tenerife. In this park, you will find numerous trails that will take you through a laurel forest that many call the “Enchanted Forest.” Personally, I recommend you hike the Sendero de los Sentidos trail. It’s definitely one of the best things to do in Tenerife North. Here, in addition to this beautiful forest, you will enjoy paradisiacal beaches, cliffs, and incredible landscapes. And if you have time, I advise you to spend a night in this hostel to be able to enjoy this place even more.
In short, if you want to get to know laurel forests on your trip to the Canary Islands, I recommend those of La Gomera and Tenerife.
Beautiful villages to visit in the Canary Islands
If you are looking for the best island in the Canary Islands to discover the most traditional culture, the most authentic gastronomy, and stroll through the streets of charming little villages and their surroundings, I know which Canary Island is best for you.
In Gran Canaria, you will find some of the most beautiful villages in the Canary Islands. Like Tejeda, also considered one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. If you are a nature enthusiast, it’s one of the towns to visit in the Canary Islands that you cannot miss. Also, different hiking trails start from here. Teror is also in Gran Canaria, where you can get to know the most traditional side of the island, as well as Mogán, where, in addition to enjoying the friendliness of the locals, you can also spend a good day at the beach.
Lanzarote is another place to visit in the Canary Islands if you want to find beautiful villages. For example, one of the most beautiful towns in Spain is there, Yaiza, and you can also visit the charming village of Teguise. Yaiza is great if you’re looking for tradition, architecture, and tranquility. On the other hand, Teguise is considered one of the oldest and most historic villages in the Canary Islands, which is why it has become, over the years, one of the main cultural and tourist centers of Lanzarote.
Beautiful villages to visit in the Canary Islands
And finally, I highlight Betancuria, Fuerteventura. It is the oldest town in the Canary Islands and the most picturesque of all. In addition, it is also one of the most beautiful towns in Spain. It is more than 600 years old, and, despite its small size, it has many places of interest to discover. So, if you are looking for the best Canary Island to learn about tradition and culture, keep Fuerteventura in mind.
Best Canary Island for Nightlife
If you are looking for the best Canary Islands for nightlife, I recommend Gran Canaria. Nightlife is concentrated, above all, in the capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, where there are bars and clubs that are open until 6 am; and in the tourist areas of Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas, and Puerto Rico. The offer of nightclub venues is so vast that you can find absolutely everything you are looking for. You can even find boats where you can spend a whole day doing activities and, at night, you can party.
Best Canary Island for Nightlife
Although Gran Canaria is the best island for nightlife, you can also find many things to do at night in Tenerife. Of course, if you are looking for a place to stay in Tenerife to enjoy its nightlife, I recommend the south, specifically Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas, and Los Cristianos, which is where the best clubs, most exclusive venues, and pubs are concentrated.
If you are looking for a Canary Islands holiday that is full of partying, I totally recommend Gran Canaria or Tenerife, with the former being the best option.
Carnival in the Canary Islands
If you are lucky enough to travel to the Canary Islands during Carnival, you will experience one of the most spectacular, colorful, festive, and musical events in the world. But what is the best Canary Island’s Carnival?
The Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is one of the most important carnivals in the world, behind those of Rio de Janeiro and Venice. It is a party that is already part of the culture and tradition of Tenerife. In fact, it was declared a Festival of International Tourist Interest in 1980, and it’s the only festival in the Canary Islands that has such a distinction. During the days that the Carnival takes place, parades, costumes, comparsas, and musical groups are held. And, most importantly, the election of the Carnival Queen.
Carnival in the Canary Islands
In the capital of Gran Canaria, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Carnival is also a big thing. There, they have a very special figure, the Drag Queen, which is what sets this Carnival apart from the rest. This figure, which has been part of the celebration for decades, celebrates the LGBTQ community. Although I haven’t visited Gran Canarias during Carnival yet, I know that everything that is done to choose the “Reinona” is spectacular, full of color and music.
And if you still don’t know which Canary island to visit during Carnival, I assure you that whatever island you choose, you will have a great time.
Canary Islands Hopping – Traveling between the Canary Islands
I know that it’s difficult to decide what Canary island is best for tourists, since each one has something that makes it special. It was impossible for me to choose just one, so when I saw that it was easy to travel between the Canary Islands, I decided to visit several of them, and it was the best decision I made.
If you don’t know which island to visit during your trip to the Canary Islands either, no worries. Canary Islands hopping is easy and doesn’t take much time. There are very good connections by ferry or boat, even by plane, and you can visit several island on the same trip. In fact, it takes less than one hour to get from one Canary Island to another. Below, you’ll find ways to get around the Canary Islands so that you can make the most of your trip.
Ferries Canary Islands
There are many ferries between the Canary Islands every day. Fred. Olsen Express and Naviera Armas are the main companies operating these routes, but there are many other smaller companies too.
Ferries Canary Islands
These are the connections you will find to travel between the Canary Islands by ferry:
Ferry from Tenerife to: El Hierro, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, La Graciosa, La Gomera, Lanzarote and La Palma.
Boat from La Palma to: Gran Canaria, La Gomera and Tenerife.
Ferry from Lanzarote to: Fuerteventura, La Graciosa, Tenerife and Gran Canaria.
Boat from La Graciosa to: Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Tenerife.
Ferry from La Gomera to: El Hierro, Gran Canaria, La Palma and Tenerife.
Boat from Gran Canaria to: Fuerteventura, La Gomera, La Graciosa, Lanzarote, La Palma and Tenerife.
Ferry from Fuerteventura to: Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Tenerife.
Boat from El Hierro to: La Gomera and Tenerife.
Ferry to Isla de Lobos from Fuerteventura.
As you can see, the Canary Islands are very well connected, so you don’t have to worry if you can’t decide which Canary Island to visit. Just go Canary Island Hopping! Also, many boats accept cars, so you can get a cheap rental car and move it between the islands.
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Flights between the Canary Islands
There are 8 airports in the Canary Islands that connect the different islands to each other. These airports are in Tenerife South, Tenerife North, Fuerteventura, La Gomera, Gran Canaria, El Hierro, Lanzarote, and La Palma.
In addition, traveling between the Canary Islands by plane is very convenient, since it always take less than an hour and there are flights between the islands every day. So, if you can find cheap flights, don’t hesitate to enjoy visiting several Canary Islands. The main airlines operating in the Canary Islands are Binter and Canaryfly.
Personally, I advise you to always try to take a ferry or boat as your first option because you save on waiting time and airport security. But if you have no other choice, Canary Islands hopping by plane is also a great option.
As you can see, it’s difficult to choose which is the most beautiful Canary Island, but luckily, there are many options for you to move between them during your holiday. If you don’t know which Canary Island to visit, choose the two or three that you like the most and plan your itinerary. And if you have any questions and want us to help you decide which Canary Island is best for you, leave a comment and I’ll be happy to help.
Have a good trip to the Canary Islands!
Winter Sun: which Canary Island is right for you?
Now the Christmas celebrations are behind us, the cold and
drizzly days have us dreaming of summer. We imagine swapping our woolly jumpers
for t-shirts and the feel of the sun on our skin but those days can seem so far
away.
Instead of dwelling on those winter blues, consider jetting off for some winter sun. You don’t need to go far, in fact, the Canary Islands are just four hours away by plane and the perfect choice. Their location in the Atlantic Ocean, just off the coast of North Africa means they boast a subtropical climate, making them a year-round destination.
But, with so many to choose from you may need a little help deciding which island is right for you.
There are many similarities between the Canary Islands as each one offers:
Warm and dry climates with an average temperature of
22℃.
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status.
A breathtaking volcanic landscape.
Windy conditions, perfect for surfing and windsurfing.
A rugged terrain that is perfect for hiking and
cycling.
Local cuisine which includes papas arrugadas with mojo
sauce and seafood.
Family-friendly but suitable for all ages.
But, of course, there are differences, too. Here’s what you need to know about the four largest and most popular ones, to help you pick:
Lanzarote
Lanzarote is the most north-easterly of the Canary Islands. It takes around an hour to drive from north to south, making it easy to explore, wherever you choose to base yourself. You’re also close to Fuerteventura – the island a 25-minute boat ride if you set off from Playa Blanca to Corralejo, so you can visit, if you wish.
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The most popular resorts are: Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen, Playa De Los Pocillos and Costa Teguise.
Top attractions and
activities: This Canary Island boasts natural beauty that will provide a
breathtaking backdrop to your holiday. It’s home to Timanfaya National Park,
where 100 volcanoes fill this lunar-like landscape.
Here you’ll also find El Diablo Restaurant, which uses heat
from the volcano to cook the dishes. You can also take a guided tour of Cueva
de los Verdes, which is one of the longest volcanic lava tubes in the world and
Jameos del Agua, a natural lake forming part of the lava tubes. Head under the
water and you can explore Museo Atlántico at Playa Blanca.
Don’t miss: During the winter, Cueva de los Verdes hosts
a classical music concert in this magical setting.
Beaches:
Playa de Papagayo in Los Ajaches National Park boasts a
mountainous backdrop and calm water which is perfect for young children.
Playa de Famara is popular with surfers
Playa del Charco de los Clicos has a viewing platform
to see the black sand, green lagoon, blue sea and red cliffs.
Nightlife: If you
want to party then Puerto del Carmen is the place to head for. Avenida de las
Playas, the main strip is lined with clubs so you can dance the night
away.
Tenerife
Tenerife is the largest Canary Island, attracting more than 10 million visitors a year. Out of all the islands, it offers the best blend of Spain and Africa, which is most evident in the cuisine and way of life. It also features a wealth of dramatic scenery that includes two World Heritage sites.
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The most popular resorts are: Costa Adeje, Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos.
Top attractions and activities: Mount Teide, one of the island’s World Heritage sites, is a dormant volcano that dominates the centre and is Spain’s tallest peak. A cable car will take you to the summit – from here you can see as far as Gran Canaria.
If you want to visit the neighbouring island, you can get a ferry from Santa Cruz. The second World Heritage Site is San Cristóbal de la Laguna, the island’s former capital.
Meanwhile, Costa Adeje is home to Siam Park, the largest outdoor waterpark in Europe. At this Thai-themed park, you can ride the Tower of Power which passes through a shark aquarium.
Teno Rural Park is popular with hikers but if you fancy a night hike then visit Roques de Garcia. From Los Gigantes and Los Cristianos you can take whale and dolphin watching trips.
Beaches:
Playa de Las Teresitas, one of the best beaches on the
island, has a mile of golden sand which has been imported from the Sahara.
Playa de la Tejita in Montaña Roja Nature Reserve is
formed of black sand and has a red volcanic backdrop. It’s the best place for
surfing.
Playa Jardin, a black sand beach in Puerto de la Cruz
with views of Mount Teide and backed by beautiful gardens.
Nightlife: The
party can be found in Playa de las Americas – head for Starco, The Patch and
Veronica’s Strip.
Don’t miss: The second
largest carnival in the world after Rio, the Carnival of Santa Cruz de
Tenerife, takes place in the capital, Santa Cruz in February.
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is the third-largest but, at only 30 miles long, it’s easy to explore the whole island. You’ll find it nestled between Tenerife and Fuerteventura, you can easily visit the former from here, if you fancy a day trip and the opportunity to experience a second island. It has the most diverse landscape of all the Canary Islands – head to the south for desert or the north which is rich with greenery. It’s best known for its beaches as well as being a wellness retreat.
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The most popular resorts are: Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas and Puerto Rico.
Top attractions and
activities: Head to the top of Roque Noble, an ancient volcanic rock and
UNESCO natural monument and you’ll be able to see as far as Tenerife. This is
impressive during the day but there is something particularly special about it
at sunset.
This is one of the best spots for snorkelling and scuba
diving because there is so much to see, from turtles to wrecks. You definitely
won’t want to miss La Catedral cave dive in Las Palmas. Above the surface, take
a boat trip to see whales and dolphins.
Beaches:
Las Canteras is in the capital and is one of the best
urban beaches in Europe. It’s perfect for families due to the calm water.
Maspalomas Beach is backed by Maspalomas Dunes, a
protected nature reserve.
Playa del Ingles is the best beach for watersports.
Nightlife: Playa
del Ingles is the liveliest destination on the island. There is a party
atmosphere around the beach after the sun has set.
Don’t miss: Between January and March there is a
carnival across Gran Canaria. The biggest and most popular are in Las Palmas
and Maspalomas.
Fuerteventura
Fuerteventura is the closest to Africa. It can be found between Lanzarote and Gran Canaria and is the second-largest of the four. It is known for having not only some of the best beaches in the Canaries, but in the whole of Europe. Across over 120 miles of coastline there is 150 stretches of sand to choose from. As well as being ideal for families, it is also popular with surfers. If you want to visit a second island, from Corralejo you can take a boat trip to Playa Blanca in Lanzarote in just 25 minutes.
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The most popular resorts are: Corralejo and Morro Jable.
Top attractions and activities: Fuerteventura is home to Oasis Park, one of the largest zoos in the Canary Islands. Here you can come face-to-face with a wide range of animals including camels and sea lions. If you fancy hiking, then the sacred Tindaya Mountain is one of the most spectacular places on the island. You are also in the best spot to visit Isla de Lobos. This island can be reached by ferry from Corralejo.
Beaches:
Corralejo Natural Park is formed of soft white sand and
azure water which is backed by dunes. Sand blows in here from the Sahara.
Sotavento Beach is a tranquil beach and the best part
of the coastline for surfers.
At Cofete Beach, Jandia Mountains provide the backdrop
to 12 miles of golden sand.
Nightlife:
Corralejo is the liveliest area in Fuerteventura and offers the best nightlife
especially around the main strip, Avenida del General Franco.
So, which one are you going to visit to get your fix of winter sun?
Best Canary Island (Which Should I Visit?)
A luxury holiday to the Canary Islands always guarantees sunshine, activities and culture, but which Canary Island to visit? To find the best Canary Island for you we’ve put together the below guide to help you choose.
The Canary Islands have long been a favourite for British holidays, with a short flight journey and reliable year round weather, it is no wonder they have become so enamoured by the British. With a plethora of luxurious hotels and well-equipped resorts there’s plenty to tempt even the most discerning traveller. However, there is much more to these charming islands than meets the eye, be it award winning-cuisine, stunning landscapes or undisturbed beaches, they are a perfect destination for everyone. But, which is the best Canary Island?
Quick links:
Tenerife – Fuerteventura – Gran Canaria – Lanzarote – La Gomera – La Palma – El Hierro
Which Canary Island has the best weather?
Temperatures across the Canary Islands remain reliable throughout the year with plenty of cloudless, warm and dry days to go around. Each Island has its own microclimate varying slightly from each other. Tenerife tends to be the warmest with a yearly average of 23˚C and very little rainfall, whereas more easterly Fuerteventura and Lanzarote can feel cooler due to trade winds although still warm.
What are the Canary Islands?
The Canary Islands are a group of volcanic Spanish islands, located off the northwest coast of Africa. They include the inhabited islands of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera and the smaller islands of El Hierro & La Graciosa. There are also small uninhabited islets including Lobos Island and the Chinijo Archipelago above Lanzarote which includes Alegranza, Roque del Oeste, Montana Clara and Roque del Este.
Tenerife
Perfect for: everyone
Best for: golf and theme parks
Truly an island for everyone, Tenerife is particularly suitable for fun family holidays, relaxing retreats, luxury beach breaks and golf escapes. The largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife surrounds the dramatic 3,718m volcano Mount Teide (the tallest mountain in Spain), adding to the allure of this eclectic island.
Tenerife has over 40 miles of beaches to explore. To find out which beach would be perfect for you read our guide on the best beaches in Tenerife.
For luxury holidays look no further than the upmarket resort of Costa Adeje, where designer shops, tempting restaurants and sophisticated nightlife take centre stage. North Tenerife offers a whole bag of treasures waiting to be explored. In resorts such as Garachico and Santa Cruz you can experience local life and charming rural villages.
Want to find out more about Tenerife? Read more with our ultimate guide of things to do in Tenerife.
Fuerteventura
Perfect for: watersports enthusiasts
Best for: surfing, windsurfing & sunbathing
The youthful Fuerteventura is the Canary Island’s second largest island offering desert-esque landscapes and miles of perfect beaches. The glistening turquoise waters and pure white sands attract beach lovers worldwide and the refreshing Atlantic breeze attracts watersports enthusiasts alike. From surfing to sunbathing and kiting to hiking there is so many things to do in Fuerteventura.
For luxury Fuerteventura holidays, Corralejo and Jandia boast extensive white sandy beaches protected from the breeze, with the nearby Baku waterpark offering an excellent day out for families. For excellent nightlife and great shopping the resorts of Costa Calma and Caleta de Fuste boast a great array of shops and restaurants, as well as peaceful palm shaded streets.
Gran Canaria
Perfect for: nightlife and beach breaks
Best for: shopping
Although Gran Canaria is the 3rd largest Canary Island, it is the second most populous. From dramatic mountains to golden dunes and lush forests to seaside towns, Gran Canaria’s diverse landscapes have earned it the nickname of ‘a continent in miniature’. Its exciting towns are home to a plethora of restaurants, chic bars and vibrant streets making it superb for nightlife seekers and its large beaches and luxurious resorts attract families and beach lovers alike. For more information read our blog on the best beaches in Gran Canaria.
Excellent for shopping and exploring the beautiful marina Las Palmas is the islands capital city which also features a beautiful sandy beach. Find sophisticated restaurants and beautiful hotels in the resort of Maspalomas or its stylish next door neighbour Costa Meloneras. The picturesque resort of Puerto De Mogan offers a prettier and more charming side, perfect for a more romantic retreat.
For more information on Gran Canaria visit our post Things to do in Gran Canaria: the ultimate guide
Lanzarote
Perfect for: geologists, volcanologists and beach lovers
Best for: Volcano walking and wine tasting
For an unspoilt beachy retreat and a volcanic adventure, Lanzarote is the Canary Island to visit. Moon style landscapes and the unmissable Timanfaya National Park rival a sci-fi movie scene and create a dreamlike location that will leave you speechless. Lanzarote’s history is dominated by the much-loved César Manrique who encouraged the gentle introduction of tourism, resulting in a lack of high rise buildings and over built resorts. Its strange landscapes and devastating volcanic past give it a very young history, meaning local cuisine is more based on surrounding islands and Spanish Tapas.
For families and couples alike, the sophisticated resort of Playa Blanca offers pretty, palm lined streets, upmarket eateries and a beautiful mountainous backdrop. Puerto del Carmen boasts a more lively scene with shops and restaurants lining its sandy beach. For a more relaxed ambience, Puerto Calero’s peaceful marina it’s the perfect place to soak up the sunshine. For something a little different, Teguise is the old capital of Lanzarote, a delightful pedestrianised town with plenty of shops and a popular Sunday street market.
For a guide on what to see and do read our post things to do in Lanzarote>
La Gomera
Perfect for: Hiking and relaxed retreats.
Best for: dolphin and whale spotting
This fairy-tale island has earned its title ‘the island lost in time’. With its enchanting forests, mysterious landscapes and secret language, La Gomera is perfect for those looking for something a little different. Exciting hiking trails and jaw dropping ravines, make you feel like an avid explorer, without losing your holiday comforts. Just minutes off the ferry you’ll be travelling through dramatic ravines and glimpsing upon breathtaking sea views. Don’t forget to pack your walking boots as the true treasures are discovered on foot.
For exploring the island, the fishing village of Playa de Santiago provides a perfect base and a tranquil vibe. The capital, San Sebastion, surrounds the island main port with numerous restaurants, shops and bars.
Need more reasons to visit? Find out more with our ultimate guide of things to do in La Gomera.
La Palma
Perfect for: Stargazers, hikers and couples
Best for: hiking and stargazing
La Palma is an un-commercialised paradise. Its jaw dropping scenery, lush green forest and dreamy night sky make it a unique experience indeed. With a plethora of beautiful walks and breathtaking scenery, La Palma is certainly the prettiest Canary Island. Although less known for its beaches, the dramatic black sand beaches are a joy to uncover. The island is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve protecting its natural heritage.
For the warmest weather on the island, Tazacorte is a tempting and historic village with excellent transport links, as well as extensive banana plantations, fishing harbour and beautiful black sand beach. On the island’s east coast is the tranquil resort of Brena Baja offering a wealth of shops, restaurants and a lively port.
Need more reasons to visit? Find out more with our ultimate guide of things to do in La Palma.
El Hierro
Perfect for: off the beaten track
Best for: diving
Just 278km squared, El Hierro is small and hard to reach. Its lush forest, strange ancient settlements and giant lizards attract explorers and those looking for something off the beaten track. As the most south west of the Canary Islands it is much less visited and mostly frequented by scuba divers and hikers.
Best Canary Island for families
Each of the Canary Islands are great for families, with everything from water parks to volcanic day trips. Tenerife is the best Canary Island for families; you can feel like explorers in Teide National Park, get your thrills in Siam Park and spot Dolphins off the coast. As the largest Canary Island, there is plenty to see and do, particularly for families, as well as a plethora of superb family friendly hotels. With year-round warm temperatures, Tenerife is great for visiting in the Easter holidays and over Christmas, where other destinations in Europe may be too cold.
Best Canary Island for walking
All the Canary Islands offer great walking trails and a plethora of different terrains. La Palma and La Gomera are the best for walkers as they are home to some of the most unique and untouched landscapes in the Canary Islands. Dense laurel forests, clifftop views and dramatic deep ravines attract hikers to La Gomera, whereas untouched scenery, misty forests and clear night skies give La Palma a tempting edge. Both islands offer an impressive range of walking trails and challenges for all levels.
Which Canary Island has the best beaches?
From the golden sands of Tenerife’s Playa del Duque to the vast dunes of Gran Canaria’s Maspalomas, the Canary Islands have stunning beaches every way you turn. If you’re looking for a Canary Islands beach holiday, both Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are superb. With volcanic terrain, Lanzarote’s waters sparkle a unique colour of turquoise and are usually warmer than the neighbouring islands. Due to its proximity to Africa, Fuerteventura experiences more winds, which over time have formed great long stretches of fine white sands, some without a person in sight.
Best Canary Island for couples
The best Canary Island for couples, depends on what you are looking for. Tenerife and Gran Canaria offer great nightlife, restaurants and activities, whereas La Palma and La Gomera offer more privacy and a retreat style holiday. We recommend a Tenerife and La Gomera two-centre holiday to get the best of both; enjoy food and wine in Tenerife and each-others company in La Gomera.
Canary Islands Q & A
Which Canary Island is the biggest?
Tenerife is the largest Canary Island and most populous with an area of 2,034km2 and population of 898,680. Tenerife also receives the most annual visitors at 5.5 million in 2016.
Canary Islands language
Spanish is the predominant language in the Canary Islands, although the majority of people speak English as a second language. On the island of La Gomera you may also hear the ‘Silbo’ language also known as ‘the whistle’; a language made up of Whistles to communicate across deep ravines.
Canary Islands currency
As part of Spain, the Euro is the only accepted currency in the Canary Islands.
Canary Islands flights time (from London)
Tenerife – 4 hrs 30 min
Lanzarote – 4 hrs 10 min
Gran Canaria – 4hrs 20 mins
Fuerteventura – 4 hrs 10 mins
La Palma – 4 hrs 30 min.
Canary Islands time difference
The Canary Islands follow the same time zone as the UK, also moving clocks forward for summer time.
When is the best time to visit the Canary Islands?
Located off the African coast, the Canary Islands enjoy year-round warm temperatures. In fact, temperatures between the seasons vary only slightly, remaining between 18 – 24˚C on average. Due to their volcanic origins, mountainous terrain and frequent trade winds, the islands enjoy warm coastal waters which attract dolphins and whales.
Getting around the Canary Islands
Frequent ferries travel across closer islands such as Tenerife and La Gomera and Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. Ferries across longer distances are available but less frequent. For quicker journeys between the islands, Binter Canarias airline connect each island with frequent and affordable services.
Whichever Canary Island you choose, you are guaranteed a mixed bag of adventure, relaxation and most importantly, well deserved sunshine.
Can’t choose? Why not try them all with a Classic Collection Holidays multi-centre. Great ferry links and local flight carriers make travelling between islands easy. Just give our reservations team a call on 0800 047 1066 and we’d be delighted to create an itinerary personalised to you.
So which Canary Island is best for you? Tell us in the comments below…
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WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT THE CANARY ISLANDS?
Are you planning for your next trip and wonder when is the best time to travel to the Canary Islands? Or it’s winter time in Europe, you are craving for some sunshine and wonder if it would be a good time to visit the Canary Islands?
Then no worries, we’ve got you covered in this post! We will tell you all you need to know about the best time to travel to the Canary Islands!
The Canary Islands are also called the islands of eternal spring. Indeed the Canary Islands offer sunshine all year round with constant spring-like temperature. However, there are still some better periods to travel to the Canary Islands… First of all if you avoid the peak seasons, you will save quite a lot of money on accommodation. If you are going there for surfing, then summer might not be the best choice.
Here is all you need to know to prepare your trip to the Canary Islands.
READ: OUR FULL TRAVEL GUIDE TO THE CANARY ISLANDS
When to visit the Canary Islands?
Best weather in the Canary Islands
You are in luck, as the best time to visit the Canary Islands is all year round. The sun is present from January to December on the Canary Islands. You can count on temperatures varying between 16 and 26 degrees, whatever the period.
However, if you want to be sure not to have rain, prefer the month of June. It is during this period that the weather is the most stable.
On the other hand, if you prefer to leave the European gloomy winter and find some sun, it is quite possible to come in November, December, January or February. The temperatures are also very pleasant.
READ: 10 BEST BEACHES IN THE CANARY ISLANDS
Best time to visit the Canary Islands in terms of budget
As pretty everywhere else, the months of July and August are generally the peak months. It is therefore not the best time to visit the Canary Islands if you are on a tighter budget.
During this period, prices tend to rise significantly. If you prefer to limit expenses during your vacation, avoid the high season. In that case, Spring and Autumn would be the best time to travel to the Canary islands.
But rest assured, the Canary Islands are generally inexpensive. You will be able to enjoy activities and beautiful hotels throughout the year, without having to blow your budget.
READ: WHICH ISLAND TO CHOOSE WHEN TRAVELING TO THE CANARY ISLANDS?
Visiting the Canary Islands in Winter
With the majority of the year full of sunshine, the Canary Islands are very pleasant, even in winter. It is also a top destination if you want to avoid the cold temperatures in the rest of Europe during January and February.
Be careful though, the rains are more frequent at this time of the year, so do not forget to take a small jacket.
In addition, as soon as you gain altitude, snow and frost may be present. Especially on Teide, the famous volcano located in Tenerife.
READ: FULL GUIDE FOR VISITING TEIDE NATIONAL PARK
Visiting the Canary Islands during mid-season
Still wondering when to visit the Canary Islands? The months of May, June and September are among the most pleasant for your holidays in the Canary Islands.
On average, the temperature is around 25 degrees without too much fluctuation. And above all, tourists are not yet too present so that you can carry out your activities without too many people.
For us, this is the absolute best time to visit the Canary Islands!
READ: THE 25 MOST INCREDIBLE THINGS TO SEE IN LANZAROTE
Visiting the Canary Islands in Summer
July and August experience high temperatures but rarely exceeding 30 degrees. It is the perfect climate for swimming, visiting traditional Canarian villages or even for hiking. Whichever activity you choose, you won’t risk getting too hot and being suffocated by the heat wave.
However, these peak periods attract many tourists. So if you want to avoid them, it might not be the best time to visit the Canary Islands.
READ: THE BEST THINGS TO SEE IN THE GRAN CANARIA
The best festivals in the Canary Islands
The Carnival
The Carnival takes place on the islands of Tenerife and in Las Palmas, the capital of Gran Canaria. Even if that of Las Palmas is the oldest, it is the carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife that is the most impressive.
And for good reason, it is the second most important after that of Rio. So if you come to the Canary Islands in February, don’t miss this event.
Ironman Lanzarote
It is a Triathlon event created in 1992 by a Dane. But beware, this is not a simple triathlon, since this event is renowned as one of the most difficult in the world.
On the program: 3.8 kilometers of swimming, 180 kilometers of cycling and 42 kilometers of marathon. If you are lucky enough to participate and be in the top 60, you automatically qualify for the world championship located in Hawaii.
Fiesta of the Virgen de la Concepcion
This event takes place every 4 years on island of El Hierro. To attend, you must go to the Canary Islands in December. This event is an opportunity to celebrate the patron saint of the island. The dancers of the town of Villa de Valverde parade through the streets to pay homage to to the Virgen.
International film festival
In April, Las Palmas hosts the international film festival. You will discover productions from all over the world: Asia, Africa, North America, South America and of course Europe.
Kitesurf Festival
Renowned for water sports, it is only natural that the Canary Islands host the International Kitesurfing Festival. This takes place in Corralejo on the island of Fuerteventura. Whether you are a fan of this sport or simply a spectator, do not miss this event.
READ: 25 BEST THINGS TO DO IN FUERTEVENTURA
Best time to visit the Canary Islands for surfing
The Canary Islands have some of the best spots to surf in Europe! The Canary Islands are even nicknamed the Hawaii of Europe by some. And for good reasons!
Waves can be pretty big, sometimes you may even see some barrels. If you want to learn how to surf, the Canary Islands is an ideal destination as it also offers beginner-friendly spots.
However experts would want to go during the winter months. This is when the waves are most powerful.
READ: 12 BEST SURF SPOTS IN THE CANARY ISLANDS
In conclusion about the best time to visit the Canary Islands
Imagine seven dream islands emerging in the heart of the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Morocco. You are in the Canary Islands, an archipelago where each island seduces with its diversity, its identity and its varied landscapes.
If there is one thing that comes to mind when talking about the Canary Islands, it is the stunning beaches, and eternal spring weather all year round.
Every Canary Island is worth visiting at anytime of the year. Whether you like dream beaches, hiking, bird watching or scuba diving, you will be able to do the activity you like throughout the year. Here we listed the top 10 reasons why you should visit the Canary Islands.
However, if you are on a tight budget, avoid Summer as prices will be much higher. All and all, we recommend traveling to the Canary Islands during Spring or Autumn.
For more info on the Canary Islands, you can check our full travel guide here. Also, feel free to leave a comment below if you have any questions or if you found this post useful.
HAPPY TRAVELS!
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family vacation and weather report
If you want to know the truth about the weather and temperature in Tenerife in December, January and for the new year, then read this article. In it, we answer all questions and tell you whether it is possible to swim in the Canary Islands in winter.
You asked to tell about the weather in Tenerife in January and about the water temperature, is it possible to swim in winter? We made a whole episode about it!
Let’s talk about the weather in Tenerife in January and take a walk in the north.
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Today I would like to tell you my review about our winter vacation on the picturesque island of Tenerife in January. The plan was this: to celebrate the New Year 2014-2015 at home, and then escape for a week to bask in the warm sun, which we missed so much in cold and gloomy St. Petersburg.
Since we were flying with the whole family, we began to prepare for the rest in advance: we booked apartments and bought plane tickets to the Canary Islands. Early in the morning of January 3rd, we were already sitting on our suitcases and waiting for a taxi. Our journey has begun!
This article about the New Year in Tenerife helped us a lot, I recommend everyone to read it!
Flight from St. Petersburg to Tenerife
We decided to save money on the flight by purchasing air tickets with two transfers under a promotional offer: in Berlin and Munich. Considering that we had a great New Year’s walk, the choice of such a difficult route was a mistake. The flight from St. Petersburg to Berlin took about two hours, from Berlin to Munich an hour and another 4 hours from Munich to Tenerife itself. We flew with the German airlines AirBerlin, from which I was also not thrilled. Even during the five-hour flight from Munich to Tenerife South Airport, we were offered only cold sandwiches.
Tip: Take direct flights to Tenerife whenever possible, especially if you are traveling with children. Do not start your vacation with negative impressions. And don’t forget to grab something to eat on the plane.
Hello Canaries!
Despite all our fatigue after a long flight, we were incredibly amazed by the beauty and unusualness of the place where we found ourselves. At first glance, Tenerife, celebrating the new year, reminded me of some kind of mountain desert. Although it was January outside, the weather and air temperature were far from wintery: about 25 degrees Celsius. We decided to get to our pre-booked apartments from the airport by taxi. What I was very surprised at was the inability of taxi drivers to speak English fluently. It took us about five minutes to explain where we were actually going.
Advice: When you are at home, print out the address of your future home so that you do not have to waste time explaining.
Apartment for rent
We agreed with the owner of the apartment on Airbnb. In fact, there are a huge number of profitable and not very offers for renting housing in Tenerife, you just need to be able to search. Our apartments, located in the Las Americas area, were truly huge. Two floors, 6 rooms, amazing view from the balcony: what more can you ask for!
Of course, in the house there were such things necessary for a modern person as a refrigerator, stove, washing machine, dishwasher and the Internet. In the yard there was our private pool, in which, unfortunately, we swam only a couple of times. The ocean water was cold for us. Despite the high air temperature and clear weather, it was quite windy all week.
Advice: If you are traveling in a large company or with your family, be sure to book an apartment in Tenerife, it will be cheaper than if you huddle in a hotel.
Where to go?
Since we had children with us, unfortunately, we almost did not manage to visit sightseeing places. However, we did a lot of walking around the area. Our favorite itinerary was walking along the embankment. Since a strong wind was blowing from the sea, it was not at all hot to walk. But swimming in January was quite problematic: the water temperature in Tenerife was about twenty degrees. Personally, I only had enough for a few heroic swims.
On the shore there is a huge number of all kinds of restaurants and eateries where you can have a bite to eat or drink some sangria. By the way, I definitely recommend trying real Spanish sangria: it’s incredibly delicious! As for souvenirs, the island does not strike the imagination: ordinary magnets, key chains and a bunch of phallic-shaped wooden openers. Although this is, of course, an amateur. Separately, I would like to say about shopping. When shopping in Tenerife, you can find many stores of famous brands. Most of the brands, although they are Spanish, are no cheaper than in the same Russia. However, the choice in stores is not bad, so it’s still worth bringing something from clothes.
Advice: Don’t run headlong to the first eatery on the beach that you will be invited by the employee of this establishment. Go around several places, compare prices and assortment.
Mask Village
One hour by bus and you can be in this amazing place. Mountains, small houses, neat flower beds: all this fascinates. I definitely recommend the village of Masca to visit!
Food
During our entire trip, we were in restaurants only a few times: in Japanese and fish. The food was delicious, but if you had the opportunity to cook at home, it was useless. Most often, we bought groceries in a huge supermarket called Mercadona. There you can find fresh fruits / vegetables, and sanctioned sweets, and the freshest seafood for every taste. The quality of products is much higher than in our stores, and the price is quite reasonable. The only downside is that the big shops are closed on Sundays, so you had to buy in advance or go to the mini-markets, where, of course, there is no such choice.
Tip: If you have the ability and desire to cook at home, then don’t spend money on restaurants. Believe me, the food you cook will be no worse, and maybe even tastier.
Impressions and conclusions
Although we were on the sunny island for only a week and it was January, the memories of this trip warmed me for several more months after returning to St. Petersburg. Impressions remained the most positive. Summing up, I would like to share with you a few conclusions that I made:
The island is good at any time of the year, but still I would advise you to come here in summer/autumn, when the water temperature allows you to swim comfortably.
If you have the opportunity to do laundry at home, then you should not take a lot of things with you. It will be enough shorts, a few T-shirts / T-shirts and a swimsuit.
It is better to travel for a longer period than for a week. There are so many places on the island that are worth visiting, in a week you run the risk of not having time to go everywhere you planned. Even with a small child, we found so much to relax and do in Tenerife in January!
That’s all I wanted to tell you. I hope my report on the island of Tenerife was useful to someone. Thank you for your attention and have a wonderful trip!
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Where to go in the Canary Islands? Which island to choose when to go to the Canaries?
Which island to choose from the Canary Islands? Where are the most beautiful beaches, the most beautiful landscapes? When to go to the Canary Islands? These are the first questions we ask ourselves when choosing this place for a holiday or a tourist route.
If, like me, you’re considering a small staying in the sun to combine hiking and lounging , here’s the information I’ve put together to prepare for the trip.
So I was able to check, the period I chose, good to enjoy the sun. And above all, I was able to choose the Canary Islands that suit me the most as I am looking for the most beautiful beaches but also tourist places to discover…
But the Canary Islands is a coast about 1 km from the coast of Morocco with more than 500 different beaches (golden, red, black sand beaches, virgin beaches, crowded, nudist, family beaches, etc.).
I didn’t expect to hesitate so much choose an island in the Canaries …
When to go to the Canaries?
The Canary Islands are an interesting tourist destination at any time of the year, even in winter.
Actually the climate of the Canary Islands subtropical type : The temperature is still very moderate, very sunny days and little rain.
. temperature differences are not very large on the coast at different times of the year: all year round from 20 to 30 ° C.
Where to go in winter in the Canary Islands?
During the winter months , temperatures remain moderate in all the Canary Islands: an average of 18 to 22 ° C.
December: an average of 20 to 22 ° C and a maximum of 5 days with rain 18 to 21°C average and less than 4 rainy days
February: 18 to 20°C average and less than 3 rainy days
March: 18 to 21°C average, with less than 3 days of rain
However, most east namely Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria are hottest and least windy in winter.
Where to go in autumn in the Canaries?
In autumn, no matter what island, the climate in the Canary Islands combines heat, sunshine and light rain (except November).
Here is a glimpse of average autumn temperatures:
September: 26 to 27 °C on average and less than 3 days of rain
October: average 24 to 26 °C and less than 3 rainy days
November: average 23 to 24 °C, light rain and wind
Where to go in the Canary Islands in spring and summer?
In spring and summer, average temperatures range from 25 to 30 degrees.
Be careful because Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are very hot in summer with Sahara winds making the climate warmer than other Canary Islands.
Which island to choose from the Canary Islands? My Criteria
In autumn my priority for my week-long stay in the Canary Islands is to choose an island where I can enjoy the sun, beautiful beaches, a nice hotel and a few excursions in the wilderness or in typical small villages.
Therefore, based on my style of stay, I am going to look for and choose the Canary Islands that best meet my expectations (which may be different for you…).
Which island to choose from the Canary Islands? Tourist Interest
First of all, you should only compare the seven main Canary Islands, as they are most easily reached by plane.
These islands, which make up the archipelago of the Canary Islands, are incredibly diverse and rich:
4 national parks,
7 biosphere reserves,
3 marine reserves,
more than 3 endemic species,
volcanic landscapes,0064
thousand years old ancient forests,
waterfalls,
beautiful natural pools,
heavenly beaches… see below).
Which island to choose from the Canary Islands? Differences between the islands
Without going around all the Canary Islands and getting drunk on a bunch of numbers, details, information …
I’m just going to get to the point by summarizing the main tourist features of each of the main Canary Islands:
Tenerife : The most famous island among tourists. It has a great variety of panoramas (forests, banana plantations, vineyards, desert landscapes…). In terms of beaches, there are many black sand beaches as well as white sand beaches. One of the best beaches in Tenerife is located in the capital of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. But this is an artificial beach: La Playa Las Teresitas. Be careful because Tenerife is an island mass tourism !
Gran Canaria : Mountain scenery and great beaches, but very busy seaside resorts. This is the island where the capital of the Canary Islands is located: Las Palmas, which looks like a big metropolis.
Lanzarote : Volcanic scenery, art, culture and beaches, mostly black pebbles. However, there are beaches with golden sand in Playa Blanca (a very touristy seaside resort) or in Papagayo.
La Palma : National parks, rainforests, volcanoes… This Canary Island is ideal for hikers and lovers of nature and extreme sports. But from the side of the beach: Bof bof …
Fuerteventura : This is the Canary Islands, where we find the most heavenly beaches! It is the Canary Islands that attract lovers of relaxation, tranquility and leisure (strong wind). But it’s not just the beaches, there’s more to discover!
Which island to choose from the Canary Islands?
During my little week of lounging in the sun, I vacillated from Tenerife, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. But to avoid mass tourism and have the largest selection of beautiful quiet beaches, so Fuerteventura is what I chose. See the official website of the Fuerteventura Tourist Office .
Choose Fuerteventura for its beaches
Swimming in the turquoise sea, in crystal clear waters, sunbathing on heavenly beaches, relaxing, dining and hiking… This will be my vacation program by the sea. fuerteventura island !
Choose Fuerteventura for its scenery
Because in addition to the magnificent beaches (see below) Fuerteventura has volcanic landscapes incredible that can be explored by following the hiking trail through the Caldera de Gayria .
Choose Fuerteventura to get to Lanzarote
De plus, from the port of Corralejo Fuerteventura has ferries that leave every day to island Lanzarote à Playa Blanca . Thus, in 30 minutes it is very easy in 1 day to visit another magnificent island of the Canary Islands !!!
Where are the best beaches in Fuerteventura?
Of course, in order to choose a hotel in Fuerteventura, I first looked for where the most beautiful beaches of the island are . For my taste, the most beautiful beaches of Fuerteventura are located in the extreme north and extreme south of the island.
Here are the characteristics of the most beautiful beaches of Fuerteventura that caught my attention when choosing the location for my hotel:
The best beaches of Fuerteventura – Costa Calma
Near the village La Lajita , in the south of Fuerteventura, there is a beautiful beach resort. Costa Calma . Sufficiently sheltered from the winds, this is a 2 km sandy beach where you can enjoy with the whole family. Too touristy for my taste, Costa Calma is, however, the way to Jandia Beaches .
The best beaches of Fuerteventura in Jandia
Jandia is a nature reserve on a narrow peninsula in the southwestern part of Fuerteventura. A haven of peace and tranquility, beaches are gorgeous and you can go hiking to explore the wild scenery of the region.
A Giantia , I especially recommend Sotavento Beach what a little miracle! 9 kilometers of impeccable beach, Mecca for windsurfing and kitesurfing, but undeniably beautiful!
Risco del Paso must visit the beach at Jantia . It is definitely one of the most beautiful beaches of Fuerteventura for its immensity and lagoons that give way to the sandstone of the tides . ..
And finally, Matorral Beach in Jantia is also super beautiful, but surrounded by concrete …
The best beach in Fuerteventura – Corralejo
In the northeast of Fuerteventura, dunes outline the landscape for about ten kilometers (desert environment). Between the dunes, huge golden sandy beaches await you at Corralejo Natural Park .
City Corrahelo (former fishing village) now seaside resort with hotels, restaurants and bars. From Corraejo you can take a boat in 20 minutes to the magnificent Isla de Lobo to spend the day there (see photo below).
The most beautiful beach in Fuerteventura – El Cotillo
A few kilometers from Corralejo, that is, north of Fuerteventura, El Cotillo is a fishing village with very good restaurants.
But El Cotillo is above all beautiful beaches. white sand with turquoise sea and clear water .
Undoubtedly the most beautiful beaches Los Charcos , Los Lagos and Piedra Playa .
Where to choose a hotel in the Canary Islands?
For my stay in the Canaries, of course, I chose my hotel in Fuerteventura . I chose it next to the most beautiful beaches and authentic wild scenery… That’s why it’s on Sotavento Beach to Jandia Peninsula that I decided to stay for a week.
Which hotel in the Canary Islands?
So this is the hotel INNSiDE from Meliá Fuerteventura who was in the best position to enjoy the magnificent beach and the tranquility of this beautiful and special desert…
Not too expensive (650 euros per week) and well equipped (gym, massage rooms, windsurf and kite surf equipment in the René Egli center, yoga and tai chi classes …), this is a very good address that I love to share!
See this hotel in Fuerteventura
And for other ideas of change of scenery and exotic . ..
Discover Isles of Hyeres in France , Martinique , then Islands San Blas papel season 3) or pearl Mucura …
An unforgettable holiday in the Canary Islands
Holidays in the Canary Islands are a popular tourist destination, both for Europeans and citizens of the CIS countries. Untouched nature and the special relief of the archipelago attract tens of thousands of visitors from all over the world. The best conditions for entertainment and recreation, both passive and active, are created here.
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Geography and history of the Canary Islands
Canary Islands – Heaven on Earth.
The Canary archipelago is located in the Atlantic Ocean, 1000 km from the Iberian Peninsula and 100 km from the coast of Africa. It is stretched in an arc over an area of more than 500 km. The archipelago includes 7 large inhabited and 6 small islands. The largest is Tenerife (2057 sq. km). Not far from it are the following islands:
Gran Canaria
Lanzarote
Fuerteventura
Gomera
Palma
Small islands, with the exception of Gracios, uninhabited.
The archipelago is considered an autonomous Spanish region with 2 capitals – Santa Cruz (Tenerife) and Las Palmas (Palma).
There are airports on the 2 large islands of Gran Canaria and Tenerife with regular flights to Russia. Flights around the archipelago are also provided.
According to historical references, people lived on the islands long before the appearance of the first Europeans. The archipelago was inhabited by the Guanche tribe. It is believed that they appeared here in the 1st or 2nd century. BC, arriving from North Africa.
Guanches – inhabitants of the Canary Islands.
The Guanches lived in caves, although archaeological excavations have shown that many of these dwellings were used as a warehouse for storing supplies.
Before Europeans, the first aliens in the Canaries were Arab sailors who landed on the island of Gran Canaria about 2,000 years ago. At the same time, the locals met them quite friendly and showed hospitality.
In the XIV century. the archipelago was visited by the Genoese sailor Lanzarotto Marcello, who turned the island into a colony and renamed it Lanzarote. Soon, slave traders, sailors, missionaries and treasure seekers followed his footsteps here.
Full European colonization began in 1402, when the army of Baron Jean de Bethencourt landed on the island.
Soon the Canaries began to attract the Portuguese, who were also actively engaged in the colonization of the Atlantic. The largest states fought fierce naval battles, but after the conclusion of a peace agreement between Portugal and Castile, the Happy Islands were abandoned. The next stage of colonization began in 1483, when the Europeans conquered Gran Canaria. Soon all the islands from the archipelago were under the rule of the Spaniards.
Tourism in the Canary Islands.
Since the 1960s tourism began to develop in the Canary Islands. Its consequences were manifested in a critical change in the landscape, so the local authorities began to take measures to preserve natural attractions. At the same time, the tourist value of the archipelago also had a positive impact, contributing to the development of infrastructure and the transport system.
Inhabited islands
The 7 major islands of the Canary archipelago are inhabited. They are distinguished by a developed infrastructure and are considered tourist centers. The category also includes 1 small island.
Tenerife
The largest and most popular among tourists is the island of the archipelago, where one of the two capitals of the autonomy is located – the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Is the largest island of the archipelago. For visitors to Tenerife, extensive recreational opportunities are available, both active with noisy fun and extreme entertainment, and passive, secluded. If the resorts of Los Cristianos and Las Americas are visited by fans of parties and discos, then the location of Puerto de la Cruz attracts more lovers of being alone with nature.
However, the coastline at this resort is covered with rocks and surrounded by steep cliffs. There is no special infrastructure on the beaches, so tourists prefer to swim in hotel pools.
Fuerteventura
If you are interested in an active holiday in the Canary Islands, we advise you to pay attention to the resorts of Fuerteventura.
The population of Fuerteventura is 103 thousand people, and the area is over 1659 square meters. km. Literally translated from Spanish, the names fuerte and ventura translate as “strong happiness.”
The resort is located 100 km from Africa. Its capital is the city of Puerto del Rosario with a population of 35 thousand people.
Scientists believe that Fuerteventura is the oldest Spanish island, which was formed as a result of a volcanic eruption more than 20 million years ago. Such a theory is confirmed by the non-standard shape of the island, the absence of snakes and dangerous insects. In addition, there is practically no rainfall on the island and the climate is mild.
Gran Canaria
The Canary Island is located off the northwest coast of Africa.
It is considered the most popular resort of the archipelago, located in its southern part. The nature of the island offers a wide variety of landscapes, which are desert areas near cliffs and cliffs, bordering tropical thickets and valleys of banana plantations.
Gran Canaria has numerous sights such as the old quarter of Vegueta, the Cathedral, the Museum of the Age of Discovery and others.
Lanzarote
With over 300 volcanoes, Lanzarote is often referred to as “the island of fire-breathing mountains”.
Is an island-reserve. At the same time, he received such a status not because of rare flora or fauna, but because of volcanic origin. The key attraction of Lanzarote is the “lunar landscape”. The resort flourishes tourism in its various manifestations.
La Graciosa
La Graciosa is the smallest and driest of the inhabited islands of the Canary archipelago.
A small resort in the Canary archipelago off the northwestern coast of the African continent. According to the 2006 census, 658 people live on the island. The main activities of the local population are tourism and fishing. Since there are no hotels and inns on La Graciosa (with the exception of a few guest houses), tourists come here only for the day.
La Palma
Volcanoes, thick forests, waterfalls and ideal conditions for stargazing are the reasons why Palma is so attractive.
The location is popular among fans of untouched nature. Like other parts of the archipelago, La Palma is of volcanic origin, as evidenced by the many rocks, caves and cliffs that attract tourists and adventurers. If desert relief prevails in Tenerife, then an abundance of greenery and rich nature are available here. Locals often refer to the island as “green”.
La Gomera
The island is declared a biosphere reserve and is under the protection of UNESCO – plants and animals that can not be found anywhere else on the planet have been preserved here.
The island is located 30 km from Tenerife, so it has a convenient transport infrastructure. You can get to La Gomera by ferry or by plane. Tourists have access to untouched nature. La Gomera enjoys the status of the greenest island in the Canaries.
El Hierro
The smallest island of the archipelago, beloved by divers.
The resort is suitable for a beach holiday in seclusion with nature and the ocean. For a long time it was considered the most peaceful island on which tourism did not develop. The hallmark of El Yero are cozy bays and bays with rocky cliffs that provide reliable shelter from the wind and waves.
There are dozens of volcanic craters, caves and natural galleries on the island.
Where to stay
When wondering which island to choose in the archipelago to take a break from everyday bustle and open the sea season, you need to take into account your preferences and expectations from the trip. For example, the resorts of Tenerife and Gran Canaria are suitable for active people who love noisy fun and comfort. On the territory of the islands there are boutique hotels, shopping centers, entertainment complexes, nightclubs and many other facilities.
Nature lovers can enjoy the landscapes of La Gomera, El Hierro and Lanzarote.
Uninhabited islands of the archipelago
In addition to inhabited resorts, the Canaries also have secluded corners where there are no permanent residents.
Among them:
Alegranza
Uninhabited island with an area of about 10 sq. km, which is located in the northern part of the archipelago near Lanzarote. In the west of Alegranza there is a volcano Montaña de Alegranza with an altitude of 289m.
Montaña Clara
Completely uninhabited piece of land, consisting of volcanic rocks and sand.
Lobos
Located 2 km from Fuertoventura and is part of the municipality of La Oliva in the province of Las Palmas.
Climate on the islands
The islands are located in the tropical trade wind climate zone. It is always dry and warm here. Weather conditions are shaped by African dry winds from the African continent, and wet trade winds coming from the Atlantic.
In the resorts of Tenerife, Palma and Gran Canaria, the climate is created by a special relief. It is much warmer at the foot of the volcanic craters than at the tops. Even in summer, snow caps are observed near the hills.
Despite the proximity to Africa, the climate of the Canary Islands differs significantly from the sultry continent.
The eastern islands have a more arid climate. It is formed by sultry desert winds from the Sahara.
The Atlantic Ocean has no less impact on the climate in the Canary Islands. This is strongly felt in the southern parts of the archipelago.
Monthly weather in the Canaries
When figuring out when it is better to go on vacation to the Canary Islands, you need to take into account the weather on the islands by months. The swimming season in the archipelago lasts up to 6 months. At the same time, weather conditions may vary in different parts.
Summer season
In June, the sea warms up to a comfortable temperature, which contributes to the development of the beach season. The daily air temperature is +26°C, and the water temperature is +21°C.
In July, the thermometer reaches +28°C. The ocean is warmed up to +21°C. At the same time, in the resorts of Gran Canaria, the temperature of water and air is traditionally 1 ° C higher.
August is the hottest month. Temperatures depend on the winds that come from Africa. In the shade, thermometers can show +33°C. In Tenerife, the ocean warms up to +23°C.
Month
Air temperature. Day, °C
Air temperature. Night, °С
Water temperature. °С
June
24
19
21
July
26
20
22
August
28
22
23
Autumn time
At the beginning of autumn, the weather conditions in the Canaries look almost the same as in August. Already by the middle of the month the air temperature drops by 2-3°C and is +25-27°C. Water remains heated up to +23°C.
In October, the sun continues to please holidaymakers with its warmth and keeps the summer mood. During the day it is quite warm – up to + 26 ° C. The water temperature is +23°C.
November weather favors comfortable rest. The difference between the temperature of water and air rarely exceeds 1-2 ° C, so it is practically not felt. It is quite warm outside – +24°C. The ocean is warmed up to +23°C.
Month
Air temperature. Day, °C
Air temperature. Night, °С
Water temperature. °С
September
26
22
24
October
25
21
22
November
24
20
23
In January, as such, the rainy season, at this time the islands receive more precipitation than usual.
Winter on the islands
In winter you can swim in the Canary Islands, but after an hour you can walk on fresh snow. If you’re planning a trip to the islands in December, don’t forget to set aside space for a few warm things. In winter, the weather is unstable, and the average daily temperature in December is +23°C during the day and +20°C in the evening, and the water is +21°C.
In January, the resorts of the archipelago are no less warm than at the end of autumn. The average daily air temperature is +23°C. The ocean is warmed up to +20°C.
In February, you can enjoy a wellness holiday in the Canary Islands. At the end of winter it is quite warm here – about +20-23°C. Water remains heated up to +20°C.
Month
Air temperature. Day, °C
Air temperature. Night, °C
Water temperature. °С
December
23
20
21
January
18
14
19
February
17
14
18
Spring months
In March, you can arrange a romantic trip to the Canary archipelago and give your soul mate unforgettable emotions. The weather conditions favor a comfortable rest and hiking along the picturesque slopes. The air temperature is +24°C and the water temperature is +20°C.
April is considered off-season, so leading airlines and travel agencies offer good discounts. The average daily air temperature is about +25°C, and water is about +21°C.
May holidays are great for traveling to the Canary Islands. You can fly to Spain at the end of spring with children to enjoy the healing of the whole body and the approach of summer heat. During the day, the air temperature is +26°C, and the water is about +21°C.
Month
Air temperature. Day, °C
Air temperature. Night, °С
Water temperature. °С
March
19
15
19
April
20
15
20
May
22
17
20
Bathing season
Beach season from May to October.
The beach season lasts almost the whole year on the island. And even in the middle of winter, the average daily air temperature is +21°C. And although January is considered the coldest month of the year, the water remains warmed up to 20-23°C.
There are no prolonged rains and frosts on the archipelago. The best place for a family trip is the island of Gran Canaria or Tenerife. This is due to the appropriate climatic zones, which contribute to a comfortable stay.
Holidays and festivals in the Canary Islands
The most important public holidays in the Canary Islands are:
New Year – January 1st.
Epiphany – January 6th.
Canaries Day – 30 May.
Feast of Corpus Christi – May/June.
All Saints’ Day – November 1st.
In addition to national commemorative dates, there are local holidays associated with religious and secular themes:
Procession of the Three Kings – January 6th. During the celebration, masquerades, musical performances and camel cavalcades are held. The festival takes place on all the major islands of the archipelago.
Canary Carnival – February/March. For several days, all resorts host the Nuestra Señora del Rosario Carnival with themed music, dances and Canarian wrestling.
Holy Week – March/April. Religious procession passing through villages and towns.
What language is spoken in the Canary Islands
The first Spaniards landed on the archipelago in 1478, after which they colonized the islands, crushing the resistance of the local inhabitants. The official language in the Canary Islands is Spanish. At the same time, the inhabitants of Tenerife speak a characteristic local dialect that resembles the dialect of Spanish-speaking Latin America. In large resorts, English is well known, and in some places Russian is also well known.
Are there active volcanoes
Since the Canary Islands are of volcanic origin, active volcanoes remain on their territory. Among them is Teide, located in Tenerife. In the northwest of the peak of Viejo or Montaña Chaorra is another active Chinyero volcano. Its last eruption took place on November 18, 1909 and lasted for 9 days.
Teide Volcano
Chinyero Volcano
What to do in the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are a popular tourist destination with ample opportunities for extreme and more relaxing holidays. You can go here with your family, participate in excursions or try a variety of entertainment.
Extreme vacation
Adventure lovers can ride the wave at Playa de Famara in Lanzarote. The beaches of this resort are covered with volcanic sand and provide good conditions for surfing and kitesurfing.
You can also experience all the benefits of paragliding over Tenerife. The route starts in the Teide National Park at the observation deck, which is located at an altitude of 2200 m above sea level.
In addition, you can arrange a helicopter ride to see the beauty of Tenerife from a bird’s eye view, or dive into the waters of Hierro Island to meet sharks.
Family holidays
If you are traveling to the Canary Islands with children, consider the following vacation options:
Visit to the Roque de los Muchachos observatory on the island of Palma. The path to this place is quite difficult, because you have to climb a steep serpentine. The Center for Astrophysics is located at an altitude of 2 396 m above sea level.
Holidays in the spa resort of Gran Canaria. The unspoiled nature of the Canarian archipelago contributes to the relaxation and improvement of the physical and mental state of all visitors. A visit to the spa resort of Gran Canaria enhances this effect several times.
Cycling on the island of Graciosa. As part of the trip, you can visit the secluded beach of Playa de las Conchas in the northern part of the resort.
Excursions and activities
Excursion tourism flourishes in the Canaries due to the many natural attractions. The most interesting places are in Tenerife. Among them is the Teide volcano with the reserve of the same name with its own observatory, parks of eagles, monkeys and parrots, laurel thickets and other equally beautiful objects. There are also historical buildings on the island, such as the pyramids of Guimar, the Basilica of Candelaria, and the castle of San Miguel.
Gran Canaria is home to the Columbus House Museum, a crocodile park and an extinct volcano caldera.
Lanzarote is a complete volcanic reserve with lava fields, ancient craters and caves.
Transport network
Although the archipelago is located far from mainland Spain, its transport infrastructure is quite developed and corresponds to the European level. This is done for maximum comfort of vacationers and local residents. You can move between the islands by sea or by air. The cities have public transport and taxis.
Hotels
The islands of the Canary archipelago are full of luxurious hotels and inns. Among the most popular:
GF Gran Costa Adeje is a 5-star boutique hotel in Tenerife.
Riu Arecas Hotel is a 4-star establishment in Tenerife.
Best Jacaranda is a 4-star hotel in Costa Adeje.
Mare Nostrum Mediterranean Palace is a 5 star hotel complex in Playa de Las.
Laguna Park II – 2-star hotel complex in Tenerife, resort of Playa de las Americas.
The cost of a holiday in the Canary Islands
In high season, a trip to the Canary Islands will cost 1,700 euros for a week in a 3-star hotel for 2 adults, or 2,100 euros for accommodation in a 5-star institution. The price includes air carrier services, accommodation and half board. If you add excursions, the tour will be more expensive by another 70 euros. When planning a trip on your own, you can save up to 100-300 euros.
Tourist reviews
Oksana
32 years old, Irkutsk
“Tenerife is where my acquaintance with the Canaries began. I will leave my review about choosing this resort. Even from the window of the plane you can understand how unforgettable the rest on the island will be. At the airport, guests are greeted by the sound of the Atlantic waters and the gentle sun. In a week I managed to climb to the caldera of an ancient volcano, walk along the black beach with volcanic sand and dive into the ocean with an abundance of marine life. I do not regret that I spent 16 hours on the flight. The result exceeded all expectations.”
Victoria
28 years old, Moscow
“Let’s go to Costa Adeje in December. The weather conditions were favorable and exceeded all expectations: the water temperature is comfortable (about +20°C). On the street, indicators were observed above + 24 ° C. We managed to see the Teide volcano, visit the reserve and the Ole Tropical hotel.”
Are you planning a holiday in the Canary Islands? See video data. From them you will learn about which hotel to choose in Spain, what documents are needed to check into Spanish hotels and how to relax on a budget.
Where is the best place to relax in the Canary Islands?
Canary Islands is a heavenly place where you can relax all year round! But the most favorable time is May, September and October. It is good to relax on almost any Canary island.
How much does a holiday in the Canary Islands cost?
from 20,000 to 120,000 per adult.
How many hours to fly to Tenerife from Moscow?
Company S7 fly 7 hours 15 minutes. Direct Aeroflot flight 7 hours 30 minutes. Also, from St. Petersburg to Tenerife, a direct flight takes 7-8 hours, but most often there are flights with transfers.
Where is the best place to relax in the Canary Islands with children?
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Canary islands0906 yacht trip09 The islands are an archipelago off the western coast of Morocco that is part of Spain. It is this place that we are accustomed to consider as heaven on earth. Such associations are quite fair. Island nature and climate are conducive to complete relaxation.
The best way to see the beauty of the archipelago is to travel on a yacht. The archipelago consists of such islands as: Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro.
The main facts about the region
Telephone Code:
+34
Language:
Spanish
Office:
UTC+0, In the summer of UTC+1
Currency:
euros (EUR)
Population :
2,153,389
Why do yachtsmen love the Canary Islands?
The Canaries are the seven Spanish volcanic islands. There is eternal summer here, the high season lasts from November to March, when many ships from the Mediterranean are ferried to the archipelago. Since March, the northeast trade winds have been gaining strength off the coast. They can reach 5 points on the Beaufort scale. Such conditions are suitable only for experienced skippers.
What you need to know about yacht charter in the Canary Islands?
To rent a yacht and sail it yourself, any international certificate will do. You can choose a motorboat, sailboat or catamaran. We offer the best prices for yacht charter. Leave a request on the Sailica website and the manager will contact you to answer all your questions and help you organize your trip.
The Canary Islands are considered one of the best sailing destinations in Spain. And it’s quite clear why. Comfortable climate, picturesque nature and stunningly beautiful sea – these are the reasons why the Canary Islands can be called Paradise.
Yacht routes in the Canary Islands
Yacht routes in the Canary Islands are varied.
Yachtsmen choose which places to visit, depending on their personal preferences for a holiday on a yacht:
Tenerife. Fans of night parties and driving parties will like the local resorts of Los Cristianos and Los Americas. And those who want solitude with nature and silence will like Puerto de la Cruz. But the coast of this resort is rocky, you need to be careful when mooring.
Gran Canaria. Huge tourist center with endless restaurants, shops and clubs. It is especially popular among fans of active sports recreation – people come here to windsurf, skydive, go karting. Among the natural wonders are the Dunes, a 5 km long area covered with golden sand and a beach. There are several well-equipped marinas in Gran Canaria.
Fuerteventura. Here the best beaches of the Canary Islands are very wide, deserted and stretched for tens of kilometers.
Lanzarote. This is a volcanic reserve with a “lunar” landscape, for which Lanzarote is definitely worth including in your yachting route in the Canaries.
Tenerife remains the most visited. If you plan a yacht cruise for the period from mid-January to mid-February, you can get to the main local event – the carnival, which surpasses even the Brazilian holiday in terms of fun.
Available yachts in the region
Nearest airports in the Canary Islands
There are several international airports in the Canary Islands, so getting here is easy. If you have a week, then it is optimal to choose 3-4 islands to visit, and in a couple of weeks you can sail the entire archipelago. For seven-day trips, knowledgeable skippers most often suggest Tenerife from La Gomera, La Palma or Gran Canaria.
Yacht season and weather in the Canary Islands
Yacht season in the Canary Islands, like the holiday season, lasts all year round. The climate here is just great. Its main feature is uniform distribution and the absence of large temperature differences. This makes the islands a place that can be visited almost all year round. A warm subtropical climate prevails.
The water temperature in the Canary Islands is slightly lower than the air temperature and is almost always above 20 degrees even in autumn and spring. The average air temperature in summer is +24°C, and in winter +18°C. . It is warm and sunny here all year round. Due to the temperate climate, especially in winter, the conditions for yachting in the Canary Islands are very pleasant.
Water temperature during the sailing season
+22…+25 °
The warmest months are from June to October
+23…+30 °
Average wind strength during the sailing season
12 – 20 knots
The islands are intertidal and the tides range from 2 to almost 3 meters. Changes in water level are huge but insignificant compared to strong winds. The Canary Islands are not recommended for beginners.
Dry and hot Sirocco wind blows on the islands from the Sahara. He often brings dust storms with him and accelerates to a speed of 35-50 knots. You should also be aware of the “acceleration zone”, which can meet you on the way between the high western islands.
Weather forecast for yachting in the Canaries
accuweather.com – accurate weather data, satellite images, cloudiness;
weather – site with accurate synoptic data;
windfinder – a service for tracking winds, viewing water and air temperature;
prilivy.com – weather, tide map.
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Winter. Depending on which city you live in, there is usually little choice at this time of the year: long slanting rains, heavy snowfalls, long (sometimes endless) nights, days crisp with frost, and low temperatures. Fortunately, there are also cozy fireplaces, hot chocolate, delicious food and ski slopes. But no matter how you picture the cold months in your mind, there is something that we always miss – the winter sun.
Trip.com has taken care of it – here are 12 places to go if you suddenly want to enjoy the sun in the middle of winter without having to hide your ears under a warm hat. Not all destinations on our list are currently open to Russian tourists, but we believe that the borders will open again soon and you will be able to see these wonderful places with your own eyes.
Dubai, UAE
Probably the most popular destination for sun seekers in winter, and for good reason. That’s right: luxury and glamor have made this city a center of attraction for the rich, but Dubai has not lost its appeal for everyone. And although the summer months here are unusually hot, in winter there is expanse: the days delight with pleasant warmth, and the nights are slightly cool.
Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina, Garden of Miracles is on everyone’s lips. If you’re looking for the absolute guarantee of winter sun and sand, then Dubai is your choice.
Where to stay? Well, Trip.com will be happy to help you: let’s choose Raffles Dubai for its pyramid shape and extremely positive reviews.
Dubai
Dominican Republic
Snorkeling, sailing, safari and sun all year round. What more could you wish for?
With its abundance of natural parks and tropical sunshine, the Dominican Republic should be at the top of your list of “where to escape during the cold season.” For environmentally conscious travelers, there is a wide range of eco-friendly tours to coral reefs, waterfalls and beaches.
We recommend visiting the southern part of the country, where the capital city of Santo Domingo is located, as the rainy season falls there during the European summer. The average air temperature is the optimal 25 degrees, which you will surely appreciate. And the 5-star Catalonia Santo Domingo can be the perfect starting point for your Dominican adventure.
Dominican Republic
Maldives
Yes, we admit – this option is wasteful. But given that the weather here is simply amazing from late January to March, we felt it necessary to add this tropical gem to the list of sunny spots in the winter.
The Maldives, located off the southwest coast of India, has only become popular with tourists since the 70s, but thanks to its outstanding natural beauty, cultural sites and, of course, great climate… well, you see why we can’t bypass this lovely corner for winter recreation.
What about hotels? Oh, there is an incredibly wide range of exquisite options, but if you are looking for 4 stars, a private beach, many amenities and a great price, try Season Paradise Maldives in Thulusdhoo, 28 km from the capital city of Male.
Havana, Cuba
Cuba has not lost the flair of cultural romance: cigars, cars and art are above all here. No wonder this destination is so popular with sun lovers in the winter months. Of course, the main pearl here is Havana, with its amazing architecture and beautiful beaches. But Liberty Island is not so great. Be one of the adventurous who flock here to take a trip across the country.
And that’s not all: the Caribbean climate allows you to visit Cuba at any time of the year. The summer months from June to August, of course, are warmer, and on average there is a little more sun, but the humidity is also high. And in the season from November to February, pleasant, not exhausting heat reigns here, and much less rain. So the choice is yours.
Hotels? Easy! The Hotel Nacional de Cuba offers a classic beach experience, while the 4-star NH Capri La Habana is appreciated by travelers for its amenities and location.
Cuba
Cancun, Mexico
If you’re looking to complement your winter sun holiday with (by no means) modest parties, then Cancun is your choice. Palm trees, beaches and endless nightlife – expanse for those who want to break away.
But believe me, nothing will overshadow the local architectural sights – the remains of the ancient cities of the Mayan civilization, incredible in their architecture, in Cancun itself and its environs. And given that the average temperature in winter here usually exceeds 25 degrees, it’s hard to imagine a more ideal place for a winter holiday. Our advice is to choose the last winter months (February and March) for travel, when there is the least rainfall.
Where to stay? Well, in Cancun, the eyes run wide with a wealth of choice, but a hotel with a very apt name Oh! the Urban Oasis will delight you with its 4-star luxury, great location and great value.
Mexico
Santiago, Chile
Warm, but usually without sweltering heat, dry and cool in the evenings with truly amazing views. The winter sun shines not only on the beach, so Santiago de Chile is a paradise for true connoisseurs of warmth.
Head to San Cristobal Hill for breathtaking scenery, the bohemian Bellavista neighborhood for cocktails, or the historic center for culture. But we recommend doing it from December to February, when the city is especially warm and sunny.
We’re pretty sure discerning sun seekers will crave 5-star luxury, which means the Ritz-Carlton Santiago is for you.
Chile
Cape Town, South Africa
Beaches, nature reserves, water parks, braai – sorry for the hodgepodge, but there is something for everyone in Cape Town. Winters here can be quite cool, but summers are better and you can’t wish for! The temperature is around 25 degrees and the sun (while in Russia there is a severe cold).
There is a lot to see and do in Cape Town. Truly one of the best destinations for sun seekers during the winter months. Tip: go there at the beginning of winter (November) or at the end (February/March) to avoid high tourist season.
Seductive? Then choose an excellent hotel in a completely unique location: the 5-star Taj Cape Town awaits you.
Cape Town
El Nido, Philippines
Divers, Attention! The rich marine life and piercing blue waters of El Nido will surely delight you. The local beach, located in the Philippine province of Palawan, is consistently considered one of the most beautiful in the world. And those who do not enjoy life without adventures will be delighted by the neighboring islands, such as Shimizu and Cadlao, which are not inferior to El Nido in their splendor.
It’s worth mentioning that this part of the Philippines has a dry season from December to February, which means that if you escape European snow, you’re unlikely to get caught in tropical rain. Magically!
El Nido and its surroundings have hotels for every taste, from super-luxury to mega-simple, but we recommend the highly rated 4-star Hotel Seda Lio with its huge outdoor pool.
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Canary Islands, Spain
With its famous beaches, the Canary Islands are a fantastic option. It just so happened that the islands are popular primarily with beach lovers, but there is also a place for cultural connoisseurs to roam: San Cristobal de La Laguna in Tenerife is a World Heritage Site and is rightfully considered an architectural masterpiece. And yet we go here mainly because of the weather. If rain can come as a surprise, then it is always warm here, even though the winter months are not as hot as June-August.
If you have to choose one island to visit, then we recommend Lanzarote, known as the “Island of Eternal Spring”. By the way, the right hotel with the “speaking name” THB Tropical Island will help decorate your vacation.
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Cape Verde
A small archipelago of 10 islands off the coast of West Africa is the perfect place for sun lovers in the winter. While winter reigns in Europe, here you will find extremely comfortable temperatures – 25-30 degrees – and minimal rainfall.
Due to the obvious advantages of its climate, Portuguese-speaking Cape Verde has quickly become a popular tourist destination. Another plus is its unique culture. And while lovers of the sea and sun bask on the magnificent sandy beaches of the Sal Islands or Boa Vista, adventurers can go to the Pico do Fogo volcano, on the slopes of which coffee is grown and wine is developed.
Lovers of the winter sun will be pleasantly surprised by the prices for hotels in Cape Verde. Sal is the most convenient island for living, from there it is easy to get to all the other islands of the archipelago. And Hotel Dunas de Sal is a real beach paradise for travelers.
Cape Verde
Perth, Australia
Want to go on an (even more) distant journey? Then you down the globe. While it’s snowing in Russia, any corner of this southern continent will give you summer heat, but trust me, Perth is the sunniest of all the cities in Oz. So head to Western Australia and get a tan.
Perth is one of the largest cities in Australia and the only metropolis for thousands of kilometers around, which means that here you will find a great variety of cultural attractions. The city is famous for its museums and cultural heritage sites. But since you are traveling in search of the sun in winter, the first thing you want to do is go to the beach. And they are also in abundance here…
Looking for a fantastic, well located and value for money accommodation? Try booking the Comfort Inn & Suites Goodearth Perth.
Perth
Madrid, Spain
We may be a little tactless here: yes, even in the coldest months it is usually warm here, but still Madrid is located in the center of the country, which means it may well meet you with coolness . But there is enough sun for everyone. So, if you are looking for a clear and sunny city break, the Spanish capital is bound to top your list.
There is 3 times more sun here than in the north of the continent, so walking along the historic streets of El Madrid de los Austrias or admiring the Royal Palace, you are likely to be generously bathed in winter sun.
For a stay in sunny Madrid, we can safely recommend the 4-star Hotel San Domingo, located in the heart of the Spanish capital.
How to get there
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Best time to travel to Spain
Weather in Spain by months and travel tips
The first month of the year in Spain is quite calm – this is an ideal time for those who do not like crowds and easily endure cool weather. Temperatures can reach up to 16°C in the warmest southern regions and fall below freezing in high altitude areas such as Pyrenees and Sierra Nevada . However, such cold weather brings a lot of snow to these mountain ranges, where by January the ski season is already in full swing. So unless you’re heading to Canary Islands , you’ll definitely need warm winter clothes.
January also celebrates a number of holidays, including Reyes Magos (Three Kings Day) 6 January , which is analogous to Christmas in Spain . The day before the holiday, a parade is held during which hundreds of people ride through the streets on large Christmas-themed floats led by the Three Wise Men (often three members of the local council who have been so honored). At the same time, they scatter various sweets into the crowd. January is also a great time to travel due to cheap airfare and low prices during the post-Christmas sales, locally known as “las rebajas”.
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Events in Spain in January
New Year’s Day
January 1, 2023
Epiphany
January 6, 2023
Reconquest Day Valero’s Feast
January 29, 2023
Day of Saint Ildefonso
January 23, 2023
Even though February is the coldest month in Spain , you still find plenty of reasons to visit the country during this time you love festivals. In the city of Cadiz , which is in Andalusia , an exciting two-week carnival takes place with costumed processions that gather thousands of fun lovers from all over the country. The only more popular event is the carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, held annually in the city Las Palmas in a color theme that changes every year.
However, these are not all loud and bright holidays. The Museum of Modern Art in Madrid hosts one of Europe’s largest contemporary art festivals, while in the western region of Extremadura numerous bird watchers arrive to see the arrival of many different species in Monfragüe National Park . Alpine city Teruel which is Aragone , also hosts the Medieval Festival – but don’t forget to bring warm clothes as temperatures can drop lower than anywhere else during this cold season. Spain .
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Events in Spain in February
Day of Andalucía
February 28, 2023
Valentine’s Day
February 14, 2023
Ash Wednesday
February 22, 2023
With the advent of spring, the weather gets warmer every day until summer when the temperature reaches its peak. In central and southern Spain you will most likely be able to walk around in a T-shirt in the afternoon if there is no wind or clouds outside. But if you’re going anywhere north of Madrid , a sweater is a must. Do not forget to bring a raincoat with you, because throughout Spain at this time heavy and unpredictable rains may occur.
March also hosts two of the most famous cultural events Spain . Andalusia hosts the festival Jerez in the city of the same name Jerez , where the most talented flamenco performers of the country perform, arriving in the homeland of the most famous musical genre Spain . But the main event should be the Fallas in Valencia is an amazing festival of merciless drinking and dancing, phenomenal (and very loud) fireworks, live music and satire. It will culminate in the massive burning of giant papier-mâché effigies (called “ninots” by the locals) in the streets, a sight you won’t want to miss.
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Events in Spain in March
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vena vel , and on some coasts it is already possible to sunbathe. The wildflowers are already in full bloom, so this is also the perfect time of year to visit parks and countryside areas such as Valle del Jerte in the northern part of the Extremadura . But keep in mind that it can rain at any moment, so be sure to bring a raincoat with you.
Many people come to watch the festive processions with candles in honor of Semana Santa, taking place in the cities of Andalusia and Castile-Leon . The processions are led by the so-called “brotherhoods”, dressed in colorful costumes with hoods. Each of them carries two compositions with statues from the church to the city cathedral and back. Later this month, the April Fair takes place at Seville where the locals put on their best flamenco costumes, ride horses through the streets and dance until late at night. Gourmets can visit festivals such as Mercat de Ram in the Catalan city of Vic and Feria del Cueso (you’ve never seen so much cheese) in the city of Trujillo in the Extremadura region.
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In May the holiday season is in full swing. For example, at this time they celebrate the holiday San Isidro in Madrid – this is a week of non-stop processions, bullfights and live music in honor of the patron saint of the Spanish capital. Other events include the Flower Festival of Yards Córdoba (you will have a rare opportunity to see the colorful courtyards of Córdoba strewn with colorful flowers), the Festival of World Music, Arts and Dance in Cáceres and the legendary parties on the island Ibiza , which is rightfully considered the club capital of Spain . So take your camera with you and, of course, clothes suitable for warm and humid weather.
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Events in Spain in May
Labor Day / May Day
1 мая 2023
Day of Madrid
2 мая 2023
Feast Day of St Isidore
15 мая 2023
Galicia Literature Day
17 мая 2023
Whit Monday
May 29, 2023
Day of the Canary Islands
May 30, 2023
Day of Castile-La Mancha
May 31, 2023
Mothers’ Day
May 7, 20230005
Whit Sunday/Pentecost
May 28, 2023
Great time to visit Spain wherever you go. Temperatures will rise in the central and southern regions, while northern Green Spain will be much warmer, making the area ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking and mountain biking. Famous Camino de Santiago hiking trail from French Pyrenees to the west coast Spain , becomes a popular route in June . However, España has many other routes that start at various locations through stunning scenery and end at Santiago de Compostela .
June is also a great time to visit Spain because of the various festivals. In Toledo and many other cities celebrate the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, while Barcelona hosts the two biggest rock, pop and dance festivals of the year, Sonar and Primavera Sound. All of these festivities precede the grand event, Saint Juan Night 23 June , when seaside towns throughout Spain are lit up with beach bonfires and fantastic fireworks.
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Events in Spain in June
June 24, 2023
Feast of San Juan
June 24, 2023
Saint John The Baptist Day
June 24, 2023
Feast Juan
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July popular month for most tourist destinations Spain . This has its pros and cons depending on which side you look at. For example, with regard to nightlife, there are numerous lively bars and restaurants open at this time. But you can hardly feel the authentic Spanish atmosphere at the resorts popular with tourists on the coasts of Costa del Sol and Costa Blanca .
Needless to say, by July the temperature reaches its maximum, so you will definitely need sunscreen. The intense heat doesn’t stop you from having a lot of fun at festivals such as the International Festival in Benicassim near Valencia or the Guitar Music Festival in Córdoba , dedicated to different styles of guitar music – from flamenco to rock, blues and other musical genres. And that is not all. AT Pamplona hosts the world-famous San Fermin (Race of the Bulls) for a week, while 25 July at Santiago de Compostela spectacularly celebrate the Dia de Santiago (Feast of Saint James).
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Events in Spain in July
Feast of Saint James the Apostle
July 25, 2023
Day of the Institutions
July 28, 2023
Festival of the Vaquillas
July 13, 2023
In August , in addition to foreign tourists, many Spaniards arrive at the beach resorts of Spain , who flee from the burning heat (often reaching +35 ° C) in such remote places from sea cities like Seville , Córdoba and Madrid . Even coastal cities such as Barcelona , Malaga and Valencia can experience very hot and humid weather, so many go to the cooler northwest Atlantic Coast Spain . Here the temperature fluctuates between 20-30 degrees, and on the warmest days the sea breeze softens the heat.
And if cooler weather doesn’t tempt you, you might be interested in delicious cuisine. The region Galicia is famous for seafood, such as octopus, which is widely represented in any tapas menu and even dedicated to the Octopus Festival, held on the second Sunday August in a small town Carballino . In Cambados , a five-day Festa do Albariño festival is held, dedicated to Galicia’s favorite fruity white wine , while in the neighboring region Asturias , where cider is very popular, the Cider Festival takes place the entire fourth week of the month.
In addition, you can diversify your holiday and take part in the La Tomatina festival, which is celebrated every August in the Valencian town of Buñol – during it, people throw tomatoes at each other.
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Events in Spain in August
Assumption of Mary
15 августа 2023
The Day of Our Lady of Africa
5 августа 2023
Feast of the White Virgin
5 августа 2023
The Day of Cantabria
13 августа 2023
Feast of Saint Maginus
August 19, 2023
September is a welcome reprieve from high summer temperatures, which means that places like Madrid and Seville are no longer so hot. In the northern regions, the temperature on the coldest days tends to hover around 17°C, while on the south coast, on the hottest days, the air can still warm up to over 30°C, so you still need sun protection. cream.
This transition period is a great time to explore almost anywhere Spain . In addition, many festivals are still held at this time. Be sure to visit the Feast of San Mateo, which is celebrated during the third week of September in the wine region Rioja to celebrate the grape harvest. The city of Logroño , the capital of the region, hosts many festive events – you will even have the opportunity to crush grapes with your feet and, of course, taste various world-class wines. Other events that may grab your attention include the two-week film festival at San Sebastian , the massive La Merce Festival in Barcelona and the Biennale Flamenco Festival, the most prestigious flamenco festival held alternately in Seville and Malaga .
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Events in Spain in September
Nuestra Señora de la Bien Aparecida
September 15, 2022
Day of Melilla
September 23, 2022
Although it seems that summer has just ended, winter is not far away – already during October , , rather cold weather will set in. This can be seen from the fact that more and more people appear on the streets in warm coats and long leather boots, and city squares are covered with yellow-orange leaves. Toward the end of the month, temperatures in most regions of Spain will settle into the average, although you can probably still catch the end of the beach season at Mallorca or one of the other Balearic Islands where it is about 10 degrees warmer.
However, if you are traveling to Spain in autumn, you should be aware that the temperature can change at any time, whether you are traveling through the beautiful countryside of Andalusia or surfing the big waves on Atlantic Coast (in this be sure to bring a wetsuit with you). If you want to discover something new, visit beautiful forest of Irati in the province of Navarre on the northeastern border with France or have fun at the Festival of Our Lady of Pilar in Zaragoza . National Day Spain is celebrated throughout the country on 12 October .
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Events in Spain in October
Hispanic Day
October 12, 2022
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October 9, 2022
In November , when winter is about to come, in Spain the weather is cool – so this is the perfect time to visit the country for those who do not like the heat. With deep autumn colors and bright blue skies, you will be presented with a whole new landscape that is especially beautiful in the countryside of Andalusia . However, keep in mind that it will be much colder in the highlands in the north of the country, and it may even snow by the end of the month.
After the summer season, which is full of festivals and events, in November the festive atmosphere usually subsides. However, the first day of the month is All Saints’ Day, a national holiday commemorating the dead. On this day, people also cook delicious seasonal dishes. A few days later, sherry lovers celebrate their favorite drink as part of the International Sherry Week, which takes place in the city of Jerez . And the inhabitants of Potes , a small village near Santander , pay homage to their traditional drink at the Orujo festival. You can also visit the International Jazz Festivals at Granada and Madrid where various events take place throughout the month.
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Events in Spain in November
All Saints’ Day
November 1, 2022
Cold weather at 9On December 0039, , you hardly pay attention, as numerous Christmas markets open up all over the country from Bilbao and Barcelona to Madrid and Seville . Here you can admire the Christmas installations, as well as purchase traditional handicrafts and homemade products such as turrone and manchego cheese. Christmas itself is celebrated as a national holiday, although the main celebrations take place in January . New Year’s Eve is the height of the fun, when Spaniards try to eat 12 grapes (one for each chime) until the clock strikes midnight.
Regionally, there are fewer festive events during this time than other months, but the spectacular Christmas lights of Malaga have become something of an attraction, especially when they light up along Calle Larios. Not far from here, in the city of Torrox , the Migas Festival takes place, bringing together thousands of people and dedicated to the typical dish of the region, migas. If you want to spend your winter time on the beach, head to Subtropical Canary Islands , where a comfortable temperature is maintained within the range of 17–23 ° C throughout the month.
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Events in Spain in December
New Year’s Eve
December 31, 2022
Constitution Day
December 6, 2022
Immaculate Conception
December 8, 2022
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When people talk about Spain , they most likely think of bright blue skies, white sandy beaches and shining sun. This would be an accurate description of the country in many areas, but in reality Spain can be broken down into 5 climate zones. The Atlantic coast, where cities such as Santander and San Sebastian are located, has a cool and humid climate. In large areas of central Spain including Madrid , Valladolid and Zaragoza , the weather is dry. Mediterranean cities such as Barcelona , Valencia and Alicante experience mild and sunny weather in spring and autumn, while the mountainous areas of Pyrenees and Sierras can get quite cold. And finally, southern Andalusian cities such as Malaga and Almeria are much warmer at this time – not to mention Canary Islands located closer to Africa than mainland Spain , thanks to which there are tropical temperatures even in winter.
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What to see in Spain
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Madrid
Popular in October
Museums, City walks, Culture
Barcelona
Popular in July
Architecture, City walks, Sightseeing
Seville
Popular in April
Old town, City walks, Tapas
Valencia
Popular in August
Old town, City walks, Architecture
Malaga
Popular in August
Old town, City walks, Sunshine
Granada
Popular in April
Old town, History, Monuments
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What other travelers say about Spain
I liked everything: city-holiday, city-museum
Disliked: a lot of graffiti, incl. on historic buildings
Olha
Barcelona
January 2022
Neat village, very well maintained. Nothing remarkable.
Albert
Beniparrell
January 2022
Pleasant, cozy resort town in the south of Tenerife. Siam Park will not leave you indifferent.
Playa de las Americas
January 2022
For me, this is the best place to stay on the South coast of Tenerife.
Adeje
January 2022
We recommend going to Barcelona for sightseeing only in the off-season. In mid-January, we saw the most beautiful places in 4 days without crowds of tourists, although there are also a lot of people. Summer would be a nightmare!
Oleksandr
Barcelona
January 2022
Very beautiful city (center). Clean, lively city. State museums were free. which was a pleasant surprise, walked almost all.
Elmira
Valencia
January 2022
Marbella is a city where people know how to enjoy life, time flows calmly, there is no fuss, it is sunny, the city is constantly being updated, new cafes and restaurants are opening, roads are being repaired, parks and new places of recreation are appearing, a wide variety of hotels for every taste.
Kateryna
Marbella
February 2022
a place of worship, plus a beach.
Barcelona
February 2022
Beautiful, calm city. Plenty of parking spaces, all amenities within walking distance, plenty of restaurants to suit all tastes. Beautiful beach and charming promenade.
Los Alcazares
February 2022
Beautiful city, gorgeous sea views! Delicious, authentic cafes!
Manilva
February 2022
Amazing city! We rented an apartment for one night, with a fireplace … it was amazing!
Old architecture, amazing bridge, narrow streets!
Rhonda
February 2022
Excellent selection of seafood restaurants
Cambrils
February 2022
I really loved the atmosphere of the city. The street restaurants, beaufitul buildings, parks. There are many museums to visit and cultural events. I feel you need to stay at least 4 days for different programs.
Madrid
April 2022
Excellent. For us the best
Cala d’Or
April 2022
If you want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of shopping, just perfect. And super for kids
Cala Mesquida
April 2022
A great option for living in the south of the island, a large number of different beaches, a huge number of shops (from Chinese knick-knacks to luxury brands), restaurants and cafes of any price category, as well as accommodation of all levels
Adeje
April 2022
City of contrasts. From noisy streets with their own atmosphere – laughter and the aroma of delicious food, to quiet corners where every tourist can admire the architecture and life of people in Valencia
Valencia
April 2022
Souvenir shop, the choice is huge!
Tejina de Isora
April 2022
I really like Fuengirola, a small comfortable town, delicious fried fish, narrow shady streets, calm relaxing atmosphere.
Margarita
Fuengirola
May 2022
It was not possible to visit the Zurbaran Museum: the consent of the municipality must be obtained there.
There are many interesting towns nearby.
Fuente de Cantos
May 2022
Small cozy town on the coast.
Ulia
La Mata
May 2022
Barcelona is a city of celebration. City of positives. With pleasure we will visit this cheerful, cheerful city once again.
Barcelona
May 2022
The island is diverse – everyone will find something to their liking. Most of the hotels are adult only, so there are not very many vacationers with children. In San Antonio, mostly young people from all over the world hang out, the famous Cafe Del Mare I Mambo, many discos and nightclubs are also located there.
Jekaterina
Ibiza
May 2022
Very green, clean and cozy city. The infrastructure of the city is made for people. Very wide sidewalks, many squares, parks and recreation areas. In love with this city
Anna
Barcelona
May 2022
ciudad muy tranquila y acogedora. es conveniente llegar tanto desde Barcelona como desde cualquier punto, gracias al ferrocarril. Desafortunadamente, no dieron la vuelta a la ciudad por falta de tiempo. pero donde esta ubicado el hotel es muy tranquilo y acogedor
Altafulla
June 2022
An excellent resort town. A little over an hour drive to Barcelona, lovely streets, many shops, cafes and restaurants. Beautiful lighthouse at the entrance.
Affordable housing and entertainment prices
Aroslava
Calella
June 2022
Swindlers work in the city. I think the ones we got on are not the only ones. Tourists need to be careful. The restaurants are often dirty and the waiters are inattentive, but the architecture and museums are amazing. Probably if you stay at the Ritz Hotel, everything will be perfect 🙂
Natasha
Madrid
June 2022
We were not in the city for long, so I can’t describe much. I liked the town. Very good restaurants.
Salou
June 2022
An interesting zone of hotels near the airport – the runway is visible from the window of the hotel.
Manises
June 2022
Wonderful place for a beach holiday
Alla
Chiclana de la Frontera
June 2022
Incredible place, unexpectedly authentic and at the same time perfectly clean and modern. The hotel even charged our electric car. Serenity and beauty. Will definitely come back again
Alla
Calella de Palafrugell
July 2022
a beautiful city, everything is within walking distance, a gorgeous beach, there is a lot to see, the city is 650 years old, there is a functioning lighthouse, 1 hour by train to Girona and Barcelona
we come more than once, we were in autumn and summer
juulija
Calella
July 2022
An excellent town, to the extent of entertainment, but also nature with beautiful bays. The restaurants are mostly German, but we enjoyed it. We ate octopus and fish, a nice De Tora beach with cool bars right on the beach.
Nadezhda
Paguera
July 2022
Barcelona, as always, is beautiful!
Denis
Hospitalet de Llobregat
July 2022
Beautiful hospitable resort town!!!
Pineda de Mar
July 2022
Great! In winter, there are much fewer people. Keep in mind that grocery stores may be closed on weekends
Barcelona
July 2022
A very pleasant city with a rich history and narrow streets. Lots of beautiful green fountains, cafe restaurants.
Alicante
August 2022
Many different cafes and restaurants, you can find places to have a tasty and relatively inexpensive meal. The beach is within walking distance. The sea is very clean, ideal for snorkelling.
Tossa de Mar
August 2022
Beautiful city, luxurious architecture, no problems with supermarkets and cafes. But in summer it’s very crowded and super hot..
Iren
Madrid
August 2022
Beautiful, beautiful city with clean beaches.
Tarragona
August 2022
Excellent panoramic view of the canyon and the valley. During the day a beautiful view, and in the evening a beautiful backlight
MARINA
ronda
August 2022
Seville is a very beautiful city with very interesting sights. Plaza España, Setas, parque Maria Luisa, Catedral de Sevilla, Alcazar and etc
Elena
Seville
September 2022
An excellent city that combines history (Santa Barbara Castle, many historical temples and city hall) and modern infrastructure. The city is original, with interesting authentic holidays.
Anton
Alicante
September 2022
Very beautiful! Set aside at least two days.
oksana
Playa de Palma
September 2022
Wonderful city. Handsome, interesting.
Granada
September 2022
Liked it very much! Beautiful city!
Barcelona
September 2022
Liked it very much!
The most beautiful city!
Aizhan
Madrid
September 2022
The city has a wonderful atmosphere. Many bars and restaurants, people move from one to another, and this creates a wonderful aura
Levkovsky
Pamplona
October 2021
Very clean, hospitable town.
It does not have the Barcelona hustle and bustle and the homeless metropolis.
Here you can chill, or you can go to a restaurant or a nightclub.
People, although they do not know English, will mostly explain with gestures where you should go.
Alicante
October 2021
Somewhere far away in the mountains is the town of Luke. It is impressive that in such a time they managed to save all this beauty. And keep protecting.
Luke
October 2021
I liked everything. I want to come again!
Marina
Valencia
October 2021
Barcelona makes you fall in love with it right away. Everything is beautiful here: architecture, nature, people, and food. We did not have enough weeks to enjoy all the delights of the world capital of modernism. We will definitely return.
Barcelona
October 2021
A very beautiful city and very clean despite the fact that there are many tourists. Unique architecture.
Alina
Barcelona
October 2021
I really liked the architecture, incl. Gaudi, very unexpectedly, the photo does not show the same impressions.
Irene
Barcelona
November 2021
The most beautiful city, it is worth visiting for everyone, wonderful sights, museums, parks.
Julia
Barcelona
November 2021
Little Las Vegas. High-rise buildings and the old district. Lots of shops and bars. Beautiful beaches
Vladimir
Benidorm
November 2021
Very beautiful city. We have been vacationing here since 2009.
OLGA
Adeje
November 2021
All vidy pitanija.
Ochen legko premeshatsja, prekrasnyi promenad.
Ruslan
Benidorm
November 2021
Beautiful city. Nice, comfortable, even out of season. There is something to see. Retiro Park, Prado Museum, numerous streets.
Cafe el-tigro – cheap but tasty.
Pompeyana tavern with very large and tasty portions – recommend
Delicious paella – st. Barcelona
Larisa
Madrid
November 2021
a very beautiful and romantic city with smai architecture, great shopping and plenty of nice cozy cafes
Palma de Mallorca
December 2021
Es una ciudad muy bonito, limpio y bastante tranquilo, allí todo es genial 🙂 Hay un par de restaurantes buenos y muchos bares. Venimos a este ciudad en pleno de Navidad, así que este lugar era muy bien decorado. Andando puedes pasar toda la ciudad, las tiendas están cerquito
La Seu d’Urgell
December 2021
a very comfortable city for travel and recreation for every taste and budget
Oleksandr
Valencia
December 2021
Everything is fine, hospitable city 👍
Roman
Barcelona
December 2021
Although we have been here many times, we will definitely return again! We recommend to all our friends and family!
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Los alumnos vinieron al colegio vestidos con ropa tradicional canaria.
The children all came to school dressed beautifully in their traditional Canarian costumes.
Aprenderemos sobre la Flora canaria y sus diversos ecosistemas.
We will learn about the Canarian flora and its various ecosystems.
En todas ellas encontraremos abundantes ejemplos de arquitectura popular canaria.
In all of them you will find plentiful examples of Canary Islands popular architecture.
Se ha ejecutado dentro de una típica finca canaria, integrándolo con un fantástico palmeral.
It has been created on a typical Canary Islands estate, and blends harmoniously with a spectacular palm grove.
Allí podrá disfrutar de una sublime cocina canaria e internacional.
You can indulge yourself with the outstanding traditional Canarian and international dishes.
Tus vacaciones no estarán completas sin probar comida típica canaria.
Your holidays will not be complete without trying the typical Canarian food.
Aquí podrá conocer la auténtica vida cotidiana canaria.
Here you can also get a glimpse of the authentic Canarian everyday life.
Restaurantes en Valle Gran Rey ofrecen deliciosa cocina canaria.
Many restaurants in the Valle Gran Rey offer delicious Canarian cuisine.
Cristina es hija de la diseñadora canaria Elena Rubio.
Cristina is a daughter of the Canarian designer, Elena Rubio.
A dicha canonización acudió Felipe Fernández junto a una nutrida representación canaria.
Felipe Fernández attended this canonization along with a large Canarian representation.
La afortunada fue Sonia Santana, una joven cantante canaria.
The lucky one was Sonia Santana, a young Canarian singer.
Asunto: Problemas con la industria tabaquera canaria
Subject: Problems affecting the tobacco sector in the Canary Islands
La administración canaria y española siempre llega tarde.
Canarian and Spanish administration is always late.
De nuestros fogones salen los más deliciosos y típicos platos de la gastronomía canaria.
From our kitchen come the most delicious and typical dishes of Canarian cuisine.
El Ayuntamiento de La Orotava ofrecerá una cena canaria a los asistentes, acompañantes matriculados incluidos.
A Canarian Dinner will be offered by the Town Council of La Orotava for the participants and registered accompanying persons.
La cocina canaria aúna tradición y modernidad.
Canarian cuisine combining tradition with modernity.
Oportunidad única de comprar una casa de campo canaria en Los Blanquitos, Granadilla.
Rare opportunity to purchase an old Canarian farmhouse in Los Blanquitos, Granadilla.
Esta antigua casa canaria fue rehabilitada recientemente y está perfectamente preparada para una pareja ofreciendo un ambiente cálido y romántico.
This old Canarian house was recently renovated and is perfectly suited for a couple offering a warm and romantic atmosphere.
Posiblemente el plato de la gastronomía canaria por excelencia.
Possibly the dish of Canarian gastronomy par excellence.
Mágnifico hotel para descansar, en un ambiente familiar y tranquilo, disfrutando de la hospitalidad canaria.
Great hotel for a rest in a quiet family atmosphere, enjoying the Canarian hospitality.
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Poco antes de empezar, mantena una conversacin privada con el
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las grandes oleadas de inmigrantes que
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Earlier I had a conversation with the Minister
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of immigration, which is not aiming for the Canaries, but is heading for Europe and that needs to be brought under control.
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Tenerife ha registrado en los ltimos aos un nmero creciente de inversiones extranjeras, al igual que en el
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conjunto de lasIslas Canarias.
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In the recent years, Tenerife has recorded a growing number of foreign investments, in line with
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Sin embargo, su ubicacin
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para que desempee su funcin.
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However, its peripheral
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location in the Canary Islands impedes this role.
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En la pennsula suministra el producto a los clientes principalmente a travs
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de los agentes
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Islas Baleares a travs de SLCA.
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It supplies the product to clients on the peninsula, primarily through “intoplane”
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agents SLCA and CLH Aviacin,
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in the Canary Islands through Terminales Canarios and in the Balearic Islands through SLCA.
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En Libia, se prohibi a los amazigh
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usar su lengua, alfabeto e incluso su msica
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tradicional, y en lasIslas Canariassu cultura ha prcticamente […]
desaparecido.
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In Libya Amazigh are forbidden to use their
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language, alphabet and even their traditional
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music, and in the Canary Islands their culture has virtually […]
disappeared.
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Un proyecto de lasIslas Canariasse refiere a grandes […]
animales marinos, el delfn mular y la tortuga boba.
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A project in the Canary Islands will target larger marine […]
animals, the bottlenose dolphin and loggerhead turtle.
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La denuncia contra Espaa se refiere al
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incumplimiento del artculo 16 de la Directiva sobre residuos de envases por
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parte de las autoridades de lasIslas Canarias.
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The Spanish case concerns the failure of the
[. ..]
authorities of the Canary Islands to comply with Article […]
16 of the Packaging Waste Directive.
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Lo que cerr el acuerdo fue el hecho de que, en
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One area of the museum that deserves special attention is the Botanic Garden situated in the gardens surrounding the mansion.
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Tenemos imprentas en lasIslas Canarias,Mallorca y otros [. ..]
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other locations with major concentrations of tourists.
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El proceso
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autonmico de lasislas Canariases tan antiguo como […]
su incorporacin al reino de Espaa.
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The autonomy process in the Canary Islands is as old as its […]
incorporation into the Spanish kingdom.
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Lasislas canariasno reciben por casualidad el apelativo de islas afortunadas.
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The Canary Islands do not receive the name of Lucky Islands by chance.
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Tenerife es
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la mayor de lasIslas Canarias,que estn situadas […]
en el sudoeste de Espaa en el Ocano Atlntico, a 108 km de la costa de frica.
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Teneriffe is the
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largest of the Canary Islands, which are set South […]
West of Spain in the Atlantic Ocean, just 108km off the west coast of Africa.
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Los Estados miembros afectados podrn decidir no aplicar el presente
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apartado en los departamentos franceses de ultramar, las Azores
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The Member States concerned may decide not to apply this
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paragraph in the French overseas departments, in the Azores and
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Madeira, in the Canary Islands and in the Aegean islands.
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continente.
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Development in the Canary Islands is comparable to […]
that on the mainland.
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Lasislas Canariasse han identificado […]
con muchos mitos atlnticos de la antigedad y de la Edad Media.
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The Canary Islands have been identified […]
with a large number of the Atlantic myths of Antiquity and the Middle Ages.
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24 aos en lasIslas Canarias.
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In Chile, astronomers will only need 20 years to do the viewing that would have taken
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24 years in the Canary Islands.
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canario traducir del español al inglés: Diccionario Cambridge
canario
adjective
/ka’naɾjo/ (also canaria /ka’naɾja/)
Canarian
El mojo picón es habitual en la comida canaria.
The mojo picón is common in Canarian food.
canario
noun
[ masculine ] /ka’naɾjo/
canary
canario cantor
singing canary
Los canarios suelen tenerse en jaulas.
Traducción de canario | Diccionario PASSWORD Español–Inglés
canario
noun
canary
[noun] a type of small, yellow, singing bird, kept as a pet.
Ejemplos de canario
canario
Ya se sabe que si los canarios mueren, hay que salir de la mina, y esos son the small island states .
If the canary drops dead, you know you have to get out of the mine, and that is what these small island states are.
Ya se sabe que si los canarios mueren, hay que salir de la mina, y esos son the small island states .
If the canary drops dead, you know you have to get out of the mine, and that is what these small island states are.
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Se ha comparado la situación en la región con aquella del canario en la mina.
The region has been compared to a canary in a mine.
Se ha comparado la situación en la región con aquella del canario en la mina.
The region has been compared to a canary in a mine.
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The journey time between Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) and Parquemar, Playa del Ingles is around 26 min and covers a distance of around 31 km. Operated by Global Las Palmas, the Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Parquemar, Playa del Ingles service departs from Aeropuerto Sur Expres and arrives in Parquemar, Playa del Ingles. Typically 309 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aeropuerto Sur Expres and arriving at Av. de España 8. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.
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The distance between Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) and Parquemar, Playa del Ingles is 27 km. The road distance is 30.6 km.
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Global Las Palmas operates a bus from Aeropuerto Sur Expres to Av. de España 8 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €2 – €4 and the journey takes 22 min.
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Estimated price
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+34 667 22 75 64
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Amazing Apartment – Playa del Ingles – Maspalomas Gran Canaria – Danube 224 in San Bartolome de Tirajana
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Entire apartment
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
Sleeps 3
San Bartolomé de Tirajana, CN
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Popular LocationPaseo Costa Canaria3 min walk
Popular LocationEnglish Beach7 min walk
Popular LocationKasbah Shopping Center13 min walk
AirportLas Palmas (LPA-Gran Canaria)18 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You’ll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Amazing Apartment – Playa del Ingles – Maspalomas Gran Canaria – Danube 224
Adults-only apartments in San Bartolome de Tirajana
Beautiful apartment consisting of 1 bedroom with two single beds and sofa bed, bathroom, equipped kitchen and terrace with hill view. The residence has a swimming pool, sun beds near the beach of Playa del Ingles. Very close buses, taxis, supermarket and restaurant bar. Ideal for holidays, work and families (with child). Included: sheets and towels. Led TV, oven, etc …. …..
Guest accommodations at this apartment feature separate bedrooms.
Languages
English, French, Italian, Spanish
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1 bedroom
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
No pets allowed
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Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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Check-out before 11:00 AM
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession).
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
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Playa del Ingles
This apartment is located in San Bartolome de Tirajana. Maspalomas Golf Course and Puerto Rico Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area’s natural beauty can explore Amadores Beach and Pilancones Natural Park. Maspalomas Botanical Garden and Holiday World Maspalomas are also worth visiting.
What’s nearby
Paseo Costa Canaria – 3 min walk
Playa de Cochino – 4 min walk
Playas del Veril – 5 min walk
English Beach – 7 min walk
Kasbah Shopping Center – 13 min walk
Getting around
Restaurants
Restaurante Gran Asia – 3 min walk
Amigos Coffee – 4 min walk
Grand Slow Boat – 5 min walk
West End Restaurant – 6 min walk
Taberna la caña resturante & tapas – 6 min walk
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Gay Accommodation Playa Del Ingles Gran Canaria ✅ Hotel Aqua Beach Bungalows Gran Canaria
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Accommodation Gay Playa del Ingles – men only
Gay resorts Gran Canaria, Aqua Beach Bungalows offers 25 modern and spacious bungalows, Loft suite, 5-bedroom villa, and a luxury white villa with two bedrooms located 100 metres from the main building.
This white villa SB Bungalow is a perfect villa to share your holiday with your (hetero) friends…
In Aqua Beach Bungalows you will find a large heated swimming pool, jacuzzi and pool bar in the middle of the gay accommodation, which is open all days of the week for a nice breakfast, fresh glass of orange juice, the wide selection of soft drinks, more than 25 brands of Gin & Tonic or enjoy a nice cocktail.
There is also an extensive menu where you can choose for an extensive snack, lunch or early dinner.
The gay resort in Playa Del Ingles, Aqua Beach bungalows also has a health club that features a modern and well-equipped gym.
Free WiFi The whole resort is equipped with good and stable free wifi.
Work in an inspiring holiday environment
Playa Del Ingles Gay Resorts Aqua Beach is the perfect combination of working in a wonderful holiday spot and enjoying your free time without sacrificing your holiday days.
A fresh morning dive before you log on to your laptop, some fitness before lunch and a cosy afternoon drink at the pool bar to celebrate the end of a productive working day? Check it out!
And the sunny environment at Aqua Beach is also very good for your creativity and work enjoyment.
Gay accommodation Aqua Beach in Gran Canaria is located directly opposite the Yumbo centre, in the heart of Playa del Ingles.
Who visits Aqua Beach Gay Bungalows?
They come from everywhere, we are internationally represented couples and singles, in all shapes and sizes, from every generation. From the moment you walk through the door you can easily get to know other guests like you who also enjoy the magic of Aqua Beach.
Clothing optional:
(Gay naturist resort)
While many gay men that stay at Aqua Beach enjoy being nude throughout the resort, the option is definitely yours.
There`s no pressure either way, and we encourage everyone to make themselves comfortable anywhere within the resort.
Gay Men only
Gay or bisexual, married, single, coupled, open relationship of monogamous, you are all welcome here. Aqua Beach is what you make of it.
Health Club
Playa del Ingles: Gay Hotel Aqua Beach Bungalows has a luxurious & modern fitness studio.
This exclusive area is exclusively for hotel guests and has been designed for you to train in accordance with your objectives using state-of-the-art equipment.
Fit For Free: All our hotel guests have free access to our fitness studio daily from 08:00 to 19:30.
Large Swimming Pool
Large modern swimming pool with the latest technology. The salt water pool is heated throughout the year.
The water quality is monitored by a computer from minute to minute and adjustments are made automatically when necessary, without the use of chemicals.
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Jacuzzi
Europe’s largest, 16 man, heated jacuzzi is unique in our resort.
The jacuzzi with magnesium salt water is located in the middle of the resort and is the ideal place to get to know other guests.
Bar & Bistro
The spacious pool bar with large terrace overlooks the resort and pool.
There is a wide choice for breakfast or lunch where a lot of attention is given to good quality.
The bar is well stocked with a choice of soft drinks, many beers, famous liquors and premium spirits.
Homemade sangria or you want to try something new on vacation?
Our extensive Gin Bar with a choice of more than 28 different Gin’s and 25 different Tonic tastes is a must for every Gin lover.
Aqua Beach transfer service
Aqua Beach Bungalows is 25 minutes by car from the airport. When you making the reservation it is possible to book a transfer. Our driver will be waiting for you in the arrivals hall at our own transfer desk at the airport and will drop you off at our resort. This is cheaper than taking one of the local taxis and avoid long queues. You’ll be taken directly from the airport to the resort.
GAY GRAN CANARIA
Directly opposite the resort is the famous Yumbo Center. This large shopping area with more than 260 shops you will find over 65 Gay bars, restaurants, cruising bars and clothing stores or souvenir shops. Within walking distance you will find the infamous sand dunes of Maspalomas with the gay beach behind it.
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One of them refers to a news report from the BBC and the other to a press release issued by a vaccine campaign group called Canarian lot.
One is to a news report from the BBC and the other is from a press release issued by an anti – vaccine group named the Canary Party.
This program is offered in conjunction with the University of La Laguna in Tenerife, Canary Islands , but all courses are organized at the University for Peace.
This program is offered jointly with the University of La Laguna in Tenerife, Canary Islands, but all courses are given at the University for Peace.
You invented it to launder cash from scams through Canary island scam you ran in ’04.
The ownership of Kellar moved from coast to coast across the ocean, to the Canary Islands, Monaco, through countless hard-to-trace companies.
Ownership of the Kellar company went from coast – to – coast to overseas, to the Canary Islands, to Monaco, all numbered companies, it’s all very difficult to trace.
Mom took us to the Canary Islands right after she left her father.
Mom took us to the Canary Islands just after she split up with Dad.
In 2014 Andalusia, Canary Islands , Catalonia and Galicia also passed bills prohibiting discrimination based on sex.
In 2014, Andalusia, the Canary Islands, Catalonia and Galicia also passed bills banning gender identity discrimination.
From 1866 to 1867, Haeckel made a long journey to Canary Islands together with Hermann Fol.
From 1866 to 1867 Haeckel made an extended journey to the Canary Islands with Hermann Fol.
The original Canary recruits were settled along the land grants with a frontage on Bayou Lafour, near what is today Donaldsonville.
Originally, the Canarian recruits were settled along land grants with frontage to Bayou Lafourche, near to what is today Donaldsonville.
Between the 1490s and 1520s, immigrants from Galicia, Castile, Catalonia, the Basque Country, Portugal and Italy helped to settle Canary Islands .
During the 1490s to 1520s, immigrants from Galicia, Castile, Catalonia, Basque Country, Portugal, and Italy helped to populate the Canary Islands.
In 2014 Andalusia, Canary Islands , Catalonia and Galicia also passed bills prohibiting discrimination based on sex.
In 2014, Andalusia, the Canary Islands, Catalonia and Galicia also passed bills banning gender identity discrimination.
The history of the conquest of Betancourt was recorded in the chronicle known as Canaries , compiled by two clerics Pierre Bontier and Jean Le Verrier.
The story of the Bethencourt Conquest was recorded in the chronicle known as the Canarien , compiled by two clerics Pierre Bontier and Jean Le Verrier.
About 1804, Thomas Jefferson purchased several of these pigs, which arrived from Africa Canary Islands .
Around 1804, Thomas Jefferson acquired some of these pigs, which had arrived from Africa via the Canary Isles.
Dramatic changes took place in the middle of the 15th century, when Madeira and the Canary Islands were settled from Europe and sugar was grown there.
There was a drastic change in the mid – 15th century, when Madeira and the Canary Islands were settled from Europe, and sugar grown there.
For the same reason, areas with only a unique tax status, such as Helgoland and the Canary Islands, are not included here.
Areas with little more than a unique tax status, such as Heligoland and the Canary Islands, are also not included for this reason.
Places like Saint Helena, Ceuta, Melilla and Canary Islands , ruled by the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland or the King of Spain.
Places like St. Helena, Ceuta, Melilla and the Canary Islands are ruled by the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland or the King of Spain.
The Canary Islands have a unique cuisine due to their geographical position in the Atlantic Ocean.
The Canary Islands have a unique cuisine due to their geographical location in the Atlantic ocean.
The Canary Islands were part of the trade routes to the Americas, creating a melting pot of culinary traditions.
The Canary Islands were part of the trading routes to the American Continent, hence creating a melting pot of different culinary traditions.
Columbus was the first to sail to the Canary Islands belonging to Castile.
Columbus first sailed to the Canary Islands, which belonged to Castile.
Vega was born in Vega de San Mateo, Las Palmas, Canary Islands .
Vega was born in Vega de San Mateo, Las Palmas, Canary Islands.
Around the same time as the unsuccessful attack on the Canary Islands, the Portuguese began to explore the North African coast.
At around the same time as the unsuccessful attack on the Canary Islands, the Portuguese began to explore the North African coast.
The decision to claim Madeira was probably a response to Castile’s attempts to claim Canaries islands.
The move to claim the Madeiran islands was probably a response to Castile’s efforts to claim the Canary Islands.
On his first voyage, which began on March 22, 1455, he visited the Madeira Islands and the Canary Islands.
In his first voyage, which started on 22 March 1455, he visited the Madeira Islands and the Canary Islands.
In 1425, he tried to capture the Canary Islands , but they were already under firm Castilian control.
In 1425, he tried to secure the Canary Islands as well, but these were already under firm Castilian control.
Nautical charts from 1339 show that the Canaries were already known to Europeans.
Naval charts of 1339show that the Canary Islands were already known to Europeans.
In 1342, the Catalans organized an expedition under the command of Francesc Desvaliers to the Canary Islands , which sailed from Mallorca.
In 1342 the Catalans organized an expedition captained by Francesc Desvalers to the Canary Islands that set sail from Majorca.
In 1344, Pope Clement VI appointed the French admiral Louis de la Cerda Prince of Fortune and sent him to conquer Canary Islands .
In 1344, Pope Clement VI named French admiral Luis de la Cerda Prince of Fortune, and sent him to conquer the Canaries .
This is one of the two described species of giant tortoises that inhabited the Canary Islands from the Miocene to the Upper Pleistocene.
This is one of the two described species of giant tortoises that inhabited the Canary Islands from the Miocene to the upper Pleistocene.
Various Atlantic islands are depicted here, including the Azores and Canary Islands, as well as the mythical island of Antilia and possibly Japan.
Various Atlantic islands, including the Azores and Canary Islands, are depicted, as is the mythical island of Antillia and possibly Japan.
He scored 19 league goals in season 1980-81, but that was not enough to prevent 90,006 Canaries from relegating 90,007.
He scored 19 league goals in the 1980 – 81 season, but it wasn’t enough to prevent the Canaries from being relegated.
These include the west coast of Peru, the Canary Islands, the west coast of Morocco and Namibia in southern Africa.
These include the western coast of Peru, the Canary Islands, the western coast of Morocco and Namibia in southern Africa.
Ceuta, Melilla and Canary Islands are not dependencies.
Ceuta, Melilla and the Canary islands are not dependences.
Polar 3 was returning from Antarctica and flew to Dakar, Senegal, to reach Arrecife, Canary Islands .
Polar 3 was on its way back from Antarctica and had taken off in Dakar, Senegal, to reach Arrecife, Canary Islands.
European interest in the Canary Islands increased rapidly after the cartographic expedition of 1341.
European interest in the Canaries picked up quickly after the 1341 mapping expedition.
Journalist and TV presenter Sir David Frost also declared his love for Canary Islands while still alive.
Journalist and broadcaster Sir David Frost also declared his love for The Canaries during his lifetime.
What’s the point of Canaries being in another part of Spain?
What is the point of the Canary Islands to be in a different section of Spain?
They did big business with the Levant, East and West Indies, Canary Islands and Brazil, and above all with the Netherlands and Spain.
They conducted a large business with the Levant, East and West Indies, Canary Islands, and Brazil, and above all with the Netherlands and Spain.
In the Middle Ages, the first reports of Canaries come from Arabic sources, which mention some Atlantic islands, which may have been Canaries islands.
During the Middle Ages, the first reports on the Canaries come from Arabic sources, which refer to some Atlantic islands which may have been the Canaries .
A connection was planned between Madrid and Canary Islands .
A link from Madrid to Canary Islands was planned.
When immigrants arrive on the coast Canary Islands , managed by the Spanish Red Cross and health services.
When immigrants arrived on the coast of the Canary Islands, they were cared for by the Spanish Red Cross and public health authorities.
The Atlantic crossing starts at Canary Islands and ends at Antigua. Distance about 3000 miles. This transition turned out to be the most difficult act in my life.
The Atlantic Rowing Race runs from the Canaries to Antigua, it’s about 3,000 miles, and it turned out to be the hardest thing I had ever done.
One short flight to Canary Islands – and a short trip home.
Then it’s only a short flight to the Canary Islands and an easy ride home.
The Muggles who live here are now at Canary Islands .
Muggles who own this are in the Canary Islands.
We will pay for the journey to Canaries .
We’ll book passage to the Canary Islands.
We took an overnight flight to Las Palmas at Canary Islands , where we were taken by taxi to the port at about 6 am.
We had an overnight flight to Las Palmas in the Canary Islands, where we found, at about 6:00 in the morning, we were taxied down to a dock.
About Canaries we were attacked by a Turkish corsair from Saleh.
Around the Canary Islands a Turkish corsair of Saleh attacked us.
0006 Canary Islands – according to his calculations it was about 4000 km – this was extremely optimistic.
So, when Columbus said that he could get to Japan within four weeks of sailing from the Canary Islands – he reckoned that the distance was 2,400 miles – this sounded like a wonderful gamble.
This is the only species of Libellulidae that can be found in the Azores, Canary Islands and Madeira.
It is the only Libellulidae to be found in the Azores and it is also found on the Canary Islands and Madeira.
Presumably, there were reports of vagrants from the Iberian Peninsula on the Canary Islands.
From their Iberian peninsula range presumably, vagrants have been reported in the Canary islands.
British MI6 operative ferried Franco from Canaries to Spanish North Africa to take command of the Spanish Legion.
A British MI6 Operative flew Franco from the Canary Islands to Spanish North Africa to take over the Spanish Legion.
He said that Gladio has bases in Madrid, Barcelona, San Sebastian and the Canary Islands .
He said that Gladio had bases in Madrid, Barcelona, San Sebastián, and the Canary islands.
This species is distributed from Norway south to the Canary Islands and the Mediterranean Sea and is distributed in the North Sea on sand and gravel beds.
This species is distributed from Norway south to the Canary Islands and the Mediterranean and is common in the North Sea on beds of sand and gravel.
They lived in Tenerife, Canaries islands, and were very actively involved in archaeological projects, especially in Tucum, Peru, and Azov until his death in 2002.
They lived in Tenerife, Canary Islands, and were very actively involved with archaeological projects, especially in Túcume, Peru, and Azov until his death in 2002. is Jeronimo Saavedra, who twice served as President of Canaries islands from 1982 to 1987 and again from 1991 to 1993.
One of the most prominent gay politicians is Jerónimo Saavedra, who served as President of the Canary Islands twice from 1982 to 1987 and again from 1991 to 1993. , although some have naturalized in the United States, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Madeira, and the 90,006 Canaries 90,007.
They are all native to South America although some have become naturalized in the United States, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Madeira and the Canary Islands.
Like the Brunn race with which it is often associated, it is also found in North Africa and the Canaries .
Like the Brünn race, with which it is often associated, it occurs also in North Africa and the Canary Islands.
In the parish of Saint Bernard, recruits from the Canary Islands have always been called, both by themselves and by officials, isleños, which means islanders.
In St. Bernard Parish, the Canary Islander recruits were always referred to, both by themselves and by officials, as isleños meaning ‘Islanders’.
Exact number of inhabitants Canaries 9The 0007 islands that were settled in this area are not known, but are estimated to be around 2,000 people.
The exact number of Canary Islanders that were settled in the territory is unknown but it estimated to be about 2,000 individuals.
For example, a survey conducted in 1850 showed that at least 63 natives of Spain, 7 inhabitants of the Canary Islands , 7 Cubans and 7 Mexicans live in this community.
For example, a survey conducted in 1850 found at least 63 natives of Spain, 7 Canary Islanders, 7 Cubans, and 7 Mexicans in the community.
The mobilization of the Spanish army for service in Europe and America had a negative impact on the inhabitants of the Canary Islands.
The mobilization of the Spanish Army for service in Europe and America impinged negatively on the Canary Islanders as well.
One of the most famous gay politicians is Jeronimo Saavedra, who twice served as President of the Canaries from 1982 to 1987 and again from 1991 to 1993.
One of the most prominent gay politicians is Jerónimo Saavedra, who served as President of the Canary Islands twice from 1982 to 1987 and again from 1991 to 1993.
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The Canary Islands are one of the 17 autonomous regions of Spain with the main city of Las Palmas on the island of Gran Canaria. This is one of the largest and most popular world tourist centers. The Canarian archipelago consists of seven large and several smaller islands of volcanic origin with powerful geological formations and unique vegetation, with some species found only in this area.
The tourist season in the Canaries lasts almost throughout the year. Magnificent climate, beautiful beaches, modern hotels and a variety of entertainment make this “Pearl of Spain” especially attractive. The airport of Gran Canaria alone receives more than two million tourists annually, and this despite the fact that 6 of the 7 islands have their own airports.
Recreation in the Canary Islands is offered by almost half of the operating travel companies in Novosibirsk.
The Canary Islands – El Yedro, Palma, Gomera, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanserote – are located southwest of the coast of the Iberian Peninsula and 100 km (Fuerteventura) from the coast of Africa, at the latitude of Morocco and Western Sahara. About 1.5 million people live on the islands. Spanish is considered the state language, but employees of hotels and shops know English well.
Tenerife
The largest island of the Canary archipelago. The main city is Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The island is located just above the northern tropic, not far from the western coast of Africa. The area of the island is approximately 2000 sq. km. Here is the extinct volcano Teide (the highest point in Spain), whose peak is at an altitude of 3718 m above sea level. The island has the shape of a triangle and strikes with a variety of landscapes: high cliffs with steep slopes are replaced by green subtropical thickets, desert volcanic zones – by forests. The geographical position of Tenerife, as well as the impact of some favorable climatic factors, contribute to maintaining high air temperatures all year round. In winter it is not cold here, and in summer it is never stuffy and too hot. The thermometer does not fall below +200C and does not rise above +250C. However, the main natural feature of Tenerife can be called the special microclimate of the island, for which tourists and residents of the island thank the relief and trade winds that constantly caress the coast of Tenerife – in winter you can swim in the ocean, and then, climbing the slope of the volcano, tinker in the snow.
In Tenerife, you can practice any kind of water sports at any time of the year. Sports marinas that adorn the curves of the coast are overflowing with yachts and boats. Diving enthusiasts discover the treasures of fauna and flora in the depths of the ocean. You can also admire the beauty of the underwater world on board a special vessel with a transparent bottom. Numerous old sailboats offer tourists excursions along the coast and to neighboring islands. In addition to the ocean, there is the Cordillera de Anaga mountain range, the real ridge of the island, on the crest of which laurisilva blooms – a relic of prehistoric flora. There are also deep chasms here, such as the Hell’s Chasm, beaches with black sand in the north and gray in the south, palm trees, subtropical valleys, pine forests and, finally, Las Canaras National Park – a huge volcanic crater, in the center of which a volcano rises Teide, the terrifying god of the Guanches, the prehistoric inhabitants of Tenerife. In addition, there are still a lot of attractions on the island: this is Loro Park – a parrot park (the island’s most famous park, here you can admire rare animals and birds, see dolphin and fur seal shows, the largest collection of parrots and the largest aquarium in Europe with a glass grotto) , the medieval castle of San Miguel and much more.
Gomera
Gomera is one of the smaller, least known and ecologically clean islands of the Canary archipelago. Located 25 km southwest of Tenerife. The length of the island is 22 km, width – 25. The population is 18 thousand people. The main city is San Sebastian (7 thousand people). Gomera is the only one of the islands that does not have an airport due to the mountainous terrain. Tourists are brought to the island by hydrofoils and a ferry from Tenerife. Homer has a mild climate. The average daily temperature in January is +200С, in July +260С.
Average monthly temperature, °С
air water
winter + 20 + 18
spring + 22 + 19
summer + 26 + 23
autumn + 24 + 21
The greatest treasure of the island is the subtropical forest, declared a national park.
Lancerote
Lanserote Island is located in the northeast of the Canary archipelago. It is a continuous series of volcanic craters, lava valleys covered with ash and ash, palm groves and white sand beaches. The area of the island is 840 sq. km. The main city is Arrecife (34 thousand people).
The average temperature in January is +20 C, in July – +25 C. The main attraction is Timanfaya National Park (Fire Mountain), whose landscape resembles the moon: here, in a relatively small area (50 sq. km), there are more than 300 extinct volcanoes. Very interesting are the caves of Las Verdes and Jameos del Agua, which are part of a multi-kilometer tunnel formed by lava flowing from active volcanoes into the waters of the ocean. Not far from the coast is the sandy island of Graceosa, a beautiful view of which opens from the Mirador del Rio observation deck, set on an eight-hundred-meter cliff that breaks into the ocean. There are great hotels in Lanzarote: Media Salinas**** (Costa Teguise), Riu Paradise**** (Puerto del Carmen) or Timonfaya Palace*** (Playa Blanca).
Fuerteventura
This is the second largest and longest island of the archipelago – the distance between the northernmost and southernmost cities is 100 km. The area of Fuerteventura together with Lobos Island is 1660 sq. km. Here all year round stable temperature and humidity, plenty of sun. The average annual air temperature is + 19-200C, the water temperature near the coast is + 17-230C. The main city of Fuerteventura is Puerto del Rosario, with a population of 17 thousand people. Unlike the continents, whose flora and fauna have undergone significant changes due to climate change, the Canaries have retained many species that have disappeared on other continents.
Fuerteventura in this sense can be called a natural museum, with live exhibits of the Tertiary geological period. Many areas of the island have been declared national reserves. The dunes of Carralejo attract the largest number of tourists. The winds in this area blow at a constant speed and create ideal conditions for windsurfing and flying kites, which are so popular here.
The most popular hotels are: Tres Islas*****, Duna Park****, Apartments Las Fuentes***, Oliva Beach***.
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is located in the center of the Canary archipelago. The surface of the island is 1532 sq. km. The length of the coast is 236 km. Gran Canaria is the main island of the archipelago. The main city of the Canary Islands, Las Palmas, is located here (the city was founded in 1748, the population is 500 thousand people). Gran Canaria has all the hallmarks of an entire continent, from snow-capped mountain peaks to sultry sandy beaches for which the island is so famous. The south of the island enjoys the greatest attention of tourists, where the famous beaches of Maspalamos are located with huge sand dunes with a total area of 250 hectares.
The center of resort life is Playa del Ingles, where the main number of shopping centers, hotels, restaurants, and a water park with various attractions are concentrated.
The average annual air temperature on the island is +22 C.
Undoubtedly, the importance of the Canary Islands for educational tourism is great. Known since the times of the ancient world, and belonging to Spain since the 15th century, the Canaries have concentrated on their territory a large number of medieval monuments. However, the priority type of tourism here is the so-called “beach vacation”: magnificent natural conditions take all architectural and historical monuments into the background. Located opposite the shores of Western Sahara, the Canary archipelago is known throughout the world as a zone of mild and temperate climate. The swimming season continues here all year round.
There are hotels of any class in the Canary Islands. The international airports of the archipelago connect it with any part of the globe. On sea lines there is a constant communication with the continents. There is a ferry service with daily departures from the ports that connects all the islands of the Canary archipelago.
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Great Dane (Spanish: Perro de Presa Canario, English: Canary Mastiff) is a large breed of dog, is a symbol of the island of Gran Canaria. This breed is quite serious and is even banned for import in some countries.
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2 Description
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History of the breed
A native breed of the Canary Islands, especially popular in Tenerife and Gran Canaria. Despite the fact that Great Danes have inhabited the islands for hundreds of years, until 1989 there was no official existence of such a breed.
This year, the RSCE (Real Sociedad Canina de Espana) officially recognized the breed. But even today it is not recognized by many cynological organizations.
It is believed that the Great Danes of the Canary Islands appeared from the crossing of various European breeds (mastiffs and bulldogs) with the native breed of mahorero. Mahorero inhabit the island of Fuerteventura in the Canary archipelago and are a rare and little-studied breed.
The peculiarity of the breed is the black or brindle color (which they gave to the Canaries), incredulity and fearlessness.
When Europeans arrived on the island, they appreciated the endurance and unpretentiousness of these dogs and began to cross them with European dogs.
The breed from this cross came to be known as the Presa Canario. The word Presa can be translated as grab, hold, that is, the name of the breed reflects its purpose. These dogs served farmers as livestock, guard and even fighting dogs, as dog fighting was banned on the islands only in 1940. After this ban, the popularity of the breed began to decline.
Fortunately, she still has fans who keep dogs and achieve breed recognition at 1989 year. The popularity of the breed came after an article published in Dog World Magazine by American anthropologist Carl Semencic. In addition, the author of the article published a book about rare breeds of dogs.
Description
Large dog with muscular and strong body. Males at the withers reach 58-66 cm, weight from 45 to 65 kg. Females at the withers from 56 to 64 cm, weigh from 39 to 55 kg.
The head is massive, broad, square, brachycephalic type. The correct form of the head is part of the breed standard and a hallmark of its best representatives.
Traditionally, the ears are cropped in order to reduce the number of vulnerabilities in dogs and to give it a more severe expression.
In this case, the ears are straight, but in many countries it is forbidden to crop the ears. In this case, the shape of the ears is hanging, in the form of a rose.
The upper lip hangs down when viewed from the front, the shape of the upper and lower lip forms an inverted V. The inside of the lip is dark in color.
Character
If you read the breed standard, you can come to the conclusion that the Dogo Canario is a universal breed. They are able to perform several functions: to be a guard, watchman, companion.
It’s true, dogo canarios are perfect defenders. Even the most daring robber or thief is able to stop them with a calm, deep, almost human look, coupled with a harsh appearance and size.
However, it’s not just about looks. And the nature of the Canarian dog has a very high territoriality, they continuously control their territory, people and animals on it. This dog can enjoy communication with the owner, games or food, but if someone violates the border of the territory, he will forget about everything and will protect it with incredible tenacity. And nothing can seduce, distract, deceive. Only the owner’s command can calm the dog.
However, they are quite calm and will not attack unless provoked. In the course are pre-emptive techniques: a roar, a grin and aggressive postures.
Fighting past still manifests itself in some dogs, but they get along quite well with their own kind. Especially if the puppies have been socialized.
When it comes to relationships with children, Dogo Canarios take part in children’s games with pleasure and love children. But, there are two nuances.
First, it is undesirable to leave children unattended with any dog, not to mention such a large one.
Second, socialization is important. The dog must understand children, know them. Otherwise, innocent children’s games with screams and running around can be mistaken for aggression towards their child, with all the consequences …
These are dogs not prone to barking. If the dog understands that someone is a threat, he will attack without wasting time barking. A voice is given if a stranger needs to be warned or scared away. Lai inspires, he is hoarse and booming.
It’s not that these dogs don’t trust strangers, they don’t take their eyes off them. In addition, they are observant and sensitive, nothing will pass unnoticed by them. At the same time, they are calm, they do not need fuss and problems.
They usually lie where they can view their possessions and quietly watch them.
It is not true that Great Danes cannot live in an apartment. Of course, these are large dogs and it is preferable to keep them in a house with a spacious yard. But, if given sufficient physical activity, they are able to live in an apartment, albeit with less comfort.
Dogo Canario is not for beginner breeders. These are smart and dominant dogs, able to make decisions on their own, without regard to the owner. A good breeder will spend a lot of time explaining the do’s and don’ts of how to properly train a puppy.
But, the most important role is played by the owner’s experience and his ability to manage the dog, while understanding it. Two extremes are unacceptable in education – rudeness and softness. These dogs need a firm, strong, skillful hand.
Don’t forget, these dogs have been involved in fatal incidents. The import of this breed into Australia and New Zealand is prohibited. This breed is not for irresponsible and inexperienced owners!
Care
Easy, as the coat is short. During shedding, brushing every few days is recommended.
The climate must also be taken into account, since these dogs live in the tropics, and the coat practically does not protect against the cold. In the cold season, walks are shortened, and the dog is additionally dressed.
Health
Like all large breeds, it is prone to hip dysplasia and volvulus. Average life expectancy is between 8 and 12 years.
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ISS Camp – International Language Camp in the Canaries for Children from 9up to 17 years old
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The international language camp ISS Camp is located on the island of Fuerteventura (Canary Islands, Spain). An exclusive program of active recreation and live language learning has been developed and implemented here. The ISS Camp concept is based on cultivating the qualities of a modern successful person in children: communication, active position, broad outlook and purposefulness. With us, children find and develop their strengths and talents, which allows them to be confident in themselves and their abilities in the future.
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Learning process
Teachers of the school pay a lot of attention to learning through communication – in the lessons students are offered various role-playing situations.
One of the teaching methods of our school is the integration of learning and communication. The advantage of an English language course at school is that it is available to all children, regardless of their level of language proficiency.
The program is designed for a stay of 14 days. The theoretical part is given 2 hours a day, 5 times a week. Practical part – daily, with the help of communicative games and other forms of interaction with children.
Language level at school: from elementary (Beginner) to advanced (Advanced).
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Communicative English lessons and role-playing Who conducts surf lessons?
Creative workshopsWho conducts surf classes?
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Learning English under the guidance of European teachers
The educational program of the camp is aimed at the forced study of English by combining the theoretical part with the practical one.
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What is good about surfing, and what does it compare to?
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Think back to your first successful bike, ski or car ride.
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Why surfing? What if my child doesn’t like ?
Surfing gives a great feeling of euphoria and self-confidence when your child makes the first successes (and he will certainly do it, we will help him) This is an important psychological factor.
If suddenly the child does not like it, he can just relax. Swim in the ocean, play with children and counselors.
(P.S: We have never had indifferent children in our history)
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ISS Camp Children’s Instructors certified in the Canary Surfing Certification
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3 times a week, duration 4 hours, with instruction and rest
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Children surf on the lightest spots, with low wave activity.
Swimming area is limited, special soft surfboards for beginners are used
Up to 12 children in the water at the same time. There is 1 instructor for 4-hour children.
In addition, there are counselors in the water
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Master classes for creative children
Cooking class from the Chef ISS Camp
Program to explore the island and its secret places (broadening one’s horizons, thirst for new knowledge)
Tea + dessert assorted (cookies, special pastries)
Dinner
Caesar + pork echo (coals)
Thour jam, honey)
Lunch
Spaghetti with pesto + turkey
Lunch
Watermelon + melon slices
Dinner
charcoal ribs + grilled vegetables
0005 Breakfast
English breakfast (eggs, bacon, beans, toast)
Lunch
Chicken fillet + cones with cheese and greens
Lunch
Tea + dessert assortment (cookies, special pastries)
Potato puree + Cutlets for steam
Saturday
Breakfast
Eggs, ham, cheese, cocoa
lunch
Lazanya (vegetable and meat)
lunch
dinner
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Spaghetti Bologniza
Sunday
Breakfast
Blinchiki + jam + honey + nutella
lunch
cream-soup + cockery/ chicken, potato puree
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b/ a mohito + assorted (citrus fruits, grapes, bananas, nuts)
Dinner
paella
Special diets
Our kitchen is equipped for preparing meals for children who need diet food (vegetarians, allergies, etc. ). Just let us know when filling out the questionnaire about your child’s dietary habits, and we will pass this information on to the camp manager and kitchen staff.
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Our staff has received special training in meal planning and the preparation of healthy and nutritious meals. We know how important a healthy diet is, because at ISS Camp a child will need a lot of energy!
Comfortable placement of children
and special attention of the camp to safety
The camp is located in Corralejo, 100 meters from the ocean, 10 minutes walk to the city center. Children will live in modern villas with 3 people per room, each of which is equipped with new furniture and amenities, there is Wi-Fi.
Counselors are with the children around the clock. The territory is under protection. Before the trip, we get acquainted with the health characteristics of all children and provide dietary nutrition, if necessary.
Parent reviews
Victoria Vlaskina
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In the middle of June 2015, my son went on a vacation, to be more precise, to learn how to surf. It was our first independent trip. My son was incredibly delighted! The sun, the sea, sports, entertainment, and most importantly, the spiritual home atmosphere and many new friends. To my great disappointment, we almost did not communicate during his absence; he had no time for his mom…
Summer is coming! We are really looking forward to the next trip, new experiences, emotions!
Maria Didenko
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A great place to teach children discipline without restricting their freedom! There are lots of different activities besides surfing, which are great: quests, camel riding, aquapark and a zoo. And what is very important is constant informal communication with children from other countries who do not speak Russian. There are all the possibilities for those who wish to “talk” in English. And great food too!)
Elleon Elleon
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Hello. My son was in the camp last year on the first shift. He lived for a month there. He loved it very much. He spent last year talking about how he wants to go back there. He came tanned, learned to ride a board, got many new friends, they were like one big family. I advise your children to go to this wonderful place.
Julia Sergeeva
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My son was in the camp for the first shift of 2017. He is delighted; it was the first really positive experience with the camp. Family atmosphere, excellent counsellors, attentive and helpful administration.
I’m writing with all the responsibility because I’ve been around for a week and have seen everything with my own eyes.
Surf lessons are also “on the rise”: children go to safe spots, always supervised. We are going to go again.
Tatyana Zheman
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Hello! We really enjoyed this camp. The son was very pleased, found new friends, new experience, knowledge. I lived not far from the camp and often visited, I myself got a lot of pleasure, I felt like a child again. The camp has a very warm and cozy atmosphere. My son really liked the English quests and surf. The program was so rich that the children did not have time to experience all the emotions. Well, a grandiose walk on a yacht was remembered by absolutely all children! The cooks will also not be left without attention, the cuisine is very tasty! Well, you can talk a lot about qualified, professional, with extensive experience counselors! A huge THANK YOU to everyone for the great time, warmth and vivid memories! We did not want to go home at all and we will definitely return next year !!!
Alex Bogner
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A camp for children made by passionate people. The best summer school for teens.>
Nikos Bondar
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Great camp. Thank you for a wonderful time))) My daughter is happy, she has found new hobbies, aspirations, new friends and a desire to improve in surfing and travelling))).
Lovely counsellors, staff, great food!!! We’ll be back next year! Wait for us)))) Thank you)))
Alexander Smyslov
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⦁ Here I am, planning a vacation for the summer. The child does not want to hear anything, only here! My daughter has been attending this camp for three years now. And every time an upgraded child comes back. In the 17th year we decided to go with the whole family. This is truly a magical place, the island beckons to explore it. We often visited the children in the camp and made sure why the children come so wound up. A cozy atmosphere reigns in Kemp, children are never seen, they are constantly occupied with something. Very tasty food, excellent counselors, who during the shift become almost like native people to children. Imagine! During the shift, my daughter forgot that she had parents. Every day, counselors come up with new games so that the children do not get bored. But the games are so educational that children get a supply of new thoughts and ideas. Every morning, they go surfing, take part in the fight against the elements and conquer the waves. Excellent instructors who teach, take care of safety and look after the children. I tried it myself, only in another, adult group. But, in addition, they explore the island, conquer the peaks of the mountains, overcome the elements of wind and sand, bike tours around the island, trips on a catamaran and other trips to explore all the secret places of the island. My daughter liked the camp so much that she doesn’t want to go anywhere. He says that only there he receives the most vivid emotions, finds new friends, and receives new aspirations in life for himself. In short, we will go here again!
Vyacheslav Glushenko
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It’s great! The most important thing is how you treat children! Our child is happy! Thank you so much!
Elena Berezhnaya
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I quote my child’s words: “I liked everything very much, a great team, an excellent counsellors team, everything is very Professional. The atmosphere is full of friendship and love, and I want to come back again and again because of this. ”
From myself, I want to add many thanks for the fact that there has always been a connection from the first to the last day. Thank you! We will come to you again!!!
Sergey Orlov
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Many thanks to the counsellors and all the organizers for organizing the summer holidays of our children, for wonderful emotions and impressions. My son said it was his best summer vacation!! You gave the children much more than just a vacation in the Canaries! Next summer we will be with YOU again! Thanks again for what and how YOU do!!! See you soon!
Online diary for parents
Be with your children 24/7!
To keep abreast of what is happening in the camp, and to see the success of the children, we keep a closed online diary only for the parents of the participants in the shift.
Heading inland, Plaza Weyler mixes shady gardens and a marble fountain with a border of military buildings, whilst the fountain at pretty Plaza de los Patos will look familiar to anyone who knows Parque de María Luisa in Seville. Best of all are the ‘lungs of the city’, the leafy and artistic Parque García Sanabria; a lush wonderland filled with exotic foliage, amusing sculptures, throaty frogs and squawking parrots.
The Museum of Fine Arts behind Plaza del Príncipe offers a more conventional way to view artistic offerings, inside the classically styled walls of a building from the 1920s that doesn’t need a sign to give away the fact that it’s an art gallery. At the opposite end of the scale is Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martin, home to rock, classical and jazz concerts as well as ballets and musicals. Anyone with a bit of knowledge of Spain’s most iconic modern architecture will know who designed it as soon as they set eyes on its unusual curves and blinding white surfaces – Santiago Calatrava. Less flamboyant is TEA (Tenerife Espacio de las Artes), home to some of the most innovative cultural activities in the capital, which initially looks as though it might have all the charm of a bunker but whose minimalist appearance grows on you over time.
Saying that, Santa Cruz is as good as anywhere on the island for picking up some stylish garb, with Calle Castillo being home to the best of mainstream Spanish fashion shops. There is a decent El Corte Inglés beside the bus station.
Once there, they discovered five floating bodies—the doctor, his wife, their two young sons and Ohta’s secretary.
And the fear levels were ridiculous. Gun sales were up 300 to 500 percent,” says Newhouse. 
Tenerife North Airport is 10 km away and the nearest beaches are 15 minutes away by car. 
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Wandering the village and its bay front promenade — window shopping and snacking along the way — is a quintessential part of any Santa Cruz experience.
Pair tropical-imbued seafood dishes like Coconut Prawns or an Ahi Tuna Salad with a glass of wine from their large selection of local labels. The Sand Bar & Grill is another village favorite known for its fun atmosphere, scenic location and views, great breakfast and famous Bloody Mary’s. Margaritaville and Capitola Bar & Grill also have incredible ocean and creek views, but if you want to be right over the Pacific, try Wharf House Restaurant at the end of the Capitola Wharf.
And no Capitola visit is complete without a trip on the cable car – more specifically – Shadowbrook’s cable car! Shadowbrook is an experience in itself with its dreamy red trolley, lush landscape, and expansive riverfront restaurant – and we haven’t even mentioned the award winning food and drinks yet. A place for celebrations and memories, Shadowbrook’s menu, service and atmosphere will be the highlight of any Capitola Village visit.
This boutique hotel offers luxury rooms dressed in crisp white cotton linens and the most comfortable beds you’ve ever slept in. 
If you have an interest in the events and forces that shaped the local landscape, drop by the Capitola Historical Museum for a peek into the town’s rich history.
That way you get to see the whole range.” 
The show which loves to shock sees men transformed into ostentatiously dressed women as they perform competing dance routines on jam-packed platforms raised high into the sky. 
The festival springs from a tradition that was about to disappear when it was rediscovered by the young people of the area. In a terrifying spectacle, youths disguise themselves with foul smelling dried rams skins and run after the public ready to throw black dye over anyone that is too slow to get out of their way. 
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In Tenerife, it is easy to get tired of the provinciality of numerous villages, so if you are looking for a holiday in a mild climate, but with a familiar urban landscape, the presence of museums and shopping centers, cinemas and a large selection of cafes and restaurants, stay in Santa Cruz. Tenerife is famous for its natural attractions, such as the active volcano Teide, the eerie but beautiful Masca and Inferno gorges, which are easily accessible from the capital. Today we will tell you more about how to fill your vacation without leaving Santa Cruz de Tenerife. 
The Silver Holy Cross (Santa Cruz) was erected here by the Spanish conquistadors in 1494, which is considered the year of foundation of the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. This cross can now be seen in the Museum of Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción. The capital of the island was originally the port city of Garachico in the northwest, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Teide in 1706. No residents of Garachico were hurt, but the administrative center had to be moved to Santa Cruz, and this changed the pace of development on the eastern tip of the island. 
It is similar to the Rambla in Barcelona, but there are much fewer tourists, pickpockets, noise and obsessive traders in everything. 
From Plaza España – 10 minutes by car along the TF-5 highway. The museum is open from 9:00 to 20:00 Tuesday to Saturday, Monday and Sunday closes at 17:00. Entrance – 5 euros. 
Entrance – 4 euros. 
The main hall has 1616 seats, the chamber hall has 424 seats, the acoustics in these halls is considered one of the best in the world. From the theater hall you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the ocean. 
But here you seem to be in Africa without leaving the island, sand is brought here from the Sahara to please the eyes of tourists. You can get to the beach in 20 minutes by bus number 910 from Plaza España or in 15 minutes by car along the TF-11 highway. The beach has a large and free parking, many panoramic cafes and restaurants where you can watch the sunset. But the water here is considered not the cleanest. To find the best place for swimming and diving, use our author’s guide to the beaches of Tenerife. 
If you’re planning a multi-day tour of the island, be sure to spend at least 24 hours visiting this fun-filled coastal city of gardens, piazzas and café terraces, world-famous for its carnival. You can also use Santa Cruz as your main place of residence during your trip, as you can visit other places in Tenerife by car from here. Here are some ideas you can use. 
At a greater distance from the city are the beaches of Taganana and Benijo. The municipality has installed webcams on the beaches, with the help of which you can get acquainted with the situation on the beaches in real time. 
This is a great opportunity for true gourmets. 
San Cristobal de la Laguna. – Excursion by boat to the neighboring island of Gomera. – Excursion on a sailboat to watch cetaceans. 
Let’s get started! 
Due to its location, the Canary Islands were of interest not only to the Spaniards, which led to numerous attacks and attempts to conquer the islands. Until today, the Spaniards honor the most significant victories over the invaders. The three lion heads on the coat of arms of Tenerife represent three major victories: over Admiral Robert Blake in 1657, Admiral John Jennings in 1706 and Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson in 1797. 
Francis of Assisi (Spanish: Iglesia de San Francisco de Asís). It is located near the Museum of Fine Arts (Spanish: Museo Municipal De Bellas Artes). 
John the Baptist, which has historical significance for the city . 
Gigo, thanks to whom this park was created. 
The first is the official participants of the carnival: musicians, costumed dance and vocal groups, up to fifty groups and more than a hundred associations. The second group is ordinary spectators, city residents and tourists. 
It will last more than four hours, end with fireworks and festivities until the morning. 
The only thing I don’t like there is the constant wind and fine sand in the face (perhaps we were so lucky with the weather). 
In fact, this is an artificially ennobled one and a half kilometer section of the coast, which is very fond of European tourists. But the Russians, whom you will not be surprised by the yellow color of the sand, prefer the “native” beaches of Tenerife with dark sand, which is unusual for our eyes. Exotic after all!.. 
Parks such as Garcia-Sanabria, characteristic buildings such as the Auditorio de Tenerife im. Adana Martina or the Tenerife Art Center (TEM)… this city has many attractions, and even the most ordinary things seem extraordinary here. You can spend the day shopping in the busy shopping streets and in the evening relax on the small sun terrace and enjoy great coffee. 
Together with the municipality La Laguna they form the metropolitan area. Its port is the main port where ships from Europe , Africa , America and other islands of the Canary archipelago, as well as merchant ships and tourist cruisers arrive. 
The most popular swimming areas, such as the secluded beaches Taganana and Benijos , as well as the beach with palm trees Teresitas , located next to the fishing village San Andrés , are located away from the city center. In addition, there is Cesar Manrique Marine Water Park – a pool complex located in a new area of the city. 
The descent along the trail PR-TF 5 Chamorga – Igueste de San Andrés will be mastered only by experienced tourists: the route starts in Chamorga and ascends to the villages of La Cumbrilla and El Lomo da las Bodegas, from where it then descends to San -Andres. During the descent you will have to overcome very difficult sections. Another circular route starts in Chamorga – PR-TF 6 which passes through Las Palmas de Anaga and El Dragillo. Another circular route, PR-TF 8 , passing through Afur, Taganana and Tamadite Gorge , has an average level of difficulty and will take about 7 hours. 
In addition, you will certainly be surprised by the number of sculptures by world famous artists that decorate the streets of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Walking route , passing through the whole city and famous for its Indian laurel trees, starts at Rambla de Santa Cruz . At the intersection with Avenida Reyes Católicos is the spectacular work Francisco Sobrino – sculpture “Móvil” , and nearby is the bronze statue Miro – “Femme Bouteille” . On the waterfront you will see sculptures by Henry Moore – “Guerrero Goslar”, Xavier Corbero – “Ejecutores y ejecutados”, Joaquin Rubio – “Nivel” and many others. Very close is Garcia-Sanabria Park , where there are also many works presented at I International Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition . If after a tour of the park you want to continue walking along the promenade, you will see the impressive work by Jaume Plensa – “Islas” , which is a plaque hanging on trees with the names of artists, and “Lady Tenerife” by Martin Chirino .
During the descent you will have to overcome very difficult sections. Another circular route starts in Chamorga – PR-TF 6 which passes through Las Palmas de Anaga and El Dragillo. Another circular route, PR-TF 8 , passing through Afur, Taganana and Tamadite Gorge , has an average level of difficulty and will take about 7 hours. 
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The beach is not cultural, there are few people. 
The temple was built in 1899 by the architect Manuel de Camara y Cruz, and its inauguration came in 1902. The building until 1936, until the Franco regime came, was the largest Masonic center in all of Spain. 
At night, they look like magic and give the city a fantastic view of an underwater palace. 
This complex is called Torres de Santa Cruz and attracts tourists with its grandeur and monumentality. 
In which the admiral was defeated by the Spanish defenders, losing his right arm. 
This is one of the biggest green
First, you stop in the heart of the island of Tenerife, with its centuries-old history and its traditions. There is not much tourism here, which means you will plunge into the real life of the local population. Feel the Canarian flavor from the moment you arrive in the city. You will have the opportunity to explore all the sights, museums, stroll through the old streets and taste the Canarian cuisine. 
Here you can taste the fruits that have just been plucked from the garden and buy fish that has just left the depths of the sea. The fish on the shelves are mainly Atlantic mackerel, tuna, black (polyprion), octopus, squid, cuttlefish and others. Food for residents in Santa Cruz comes from local markets, where the freshest vegetable products, fruits, as well as from Mercadona, Alcampo and Carrefour supermarkets. 
Authentic crafts made by local craftsmen will become a real decoration of both the interior and everyday and festive clothes. Plaza Candelaria borders Plaza de España, so finding it is not that difficult. 
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Just like during the rest of the year, the weather in the Canary Islands in April is usually sunny and warm, ideal for outdoor activities like sunbathing, walking or hiking.
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Just like during the rest of the year, the weather in the Canary Islands in April is usually sunny and warm, ideal for outdoor activities like sunbathing, walking or hiking.
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This resort is nestled against dramatic cliffs so every room has spectacular views. Each room has a large balcony to enjoy the scenery and a nearly full-sized kitchen so you’ll feel at home while on holiday.
It is made up of typical Canarian villas and has 5 swimmimg pools. The resort is family friendly with plenty of entertainement and fun for all age groups! The resort is described as a village in it’s own right.
Located in the south-west of the island, the beach is consistently well maintained and the sea has been described by visitors as crystal clear and as calm as a swimming pool. There is plenty to do like kayaking and renting pedallos, you can also rent sun longers and parasols and grab a bite to eat in one of the local restauranst and cafes. 
The restaurant specializes in pairing each dish with a Spanish wine to complete the perfect meal. With high ratings, this restaurant is sure to impress. 
The massages include deep tissue and sports techniques to treat a wide range of ailments and sore muscles. If you’re going for lighter reasons, they have pedicures and manicures to get your feet prepared for the feet or to recover from a long hike.
6667 °C, the minimum temperature at night is 13.5556 °C. Rainfall in April is usually not more than 15 mm, and the number of hours of sunshine is not less than 8. 
We were pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and our own green lawn…. Read more
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It is impossible not to mention such a bright April holiday as Aboriginal Day in Gran Canaria, during which folklore groups perform in many villages of the island. 
Although here you can save money if you catch yourself in time and buy a hot air ticket directly from the operator. Sometimes the discounts reach the point that there are offers to buy 1 ticket for the price of 2. In addition, you can save money if you fly with a transfer in Madrid. To do this, you need to buy a cheap ticket to Madrid, and from there it costs 100 euros to get to Tenerife and other islands. 
A paradise for tourists, where the gentle sun always shines, and the sea (that is, it calls to plunge into transparent waves. It is not for nothing that tourists from all over the world dream of coming here, at least for a short time. After all, the Canary Islands are beautiful at any time of the year (the weather is almost different).
Greek and Roman manuscripts, compiled by the greatest minds of the time, called them the Happy Isles, the Garden of the Hesperides, Atlantis. At that time, the Guanches tribes lived here – tall white-skinned people, whose small settlements hid in caves and rocky shores. The inhabitants of the round houses fiercely resisted the Spanish colonizers in 1496. 
In the central part of the island, granite mountains rise for two kilometers, cut by deep ravines and gorges. 
The last island is La Palma, which has very steep coasts, amazing mountain ranges and lush vegetation. 
So they shed rains mainly in the north. On the highest peaks of the archipelago, even in summer, despite the high air temperature, you can see a snow cap. 
In December, tourists like to come here to celebrate the New Year and Christmas in an unusual setting. Indeed, your favorite holidays can be spent not for snowballs and snowman modeling, but on the beach. At this time, you can swim (the water warms up to +21°C) and sunbathe. During the day the thermometer shows +23, and at night – +19. But if you are going to go high into the mountains, then you should definitely grab warm clothes. It is much colder there, in addition, there is snow on some slopes. 
The air temperature during the day is +24, at night – +19. 
The water in the ocean warms up to +21. 
The water is still suitable for swimming (+ 24°C). 
Tenerife differs from mainland Spain in its mild climate and warm winters. 
At this time, everything blooms and breathes freshness on the islands, but it rains rarely, in small quantities, and often after half an hour there is not even a trace of them. So this spring is unlike Russian: it is sunny, bright and warm. 
Like many other religious events on the islands, these are also folk festivals with traditional processions and concerts, which provide an excellent opportunity to get to know the life of the Canarians, to get to know their music and dances better. 
At this time, there are not many tourists, and numerous natural parks, museums and other attractions work in the same way as in summer. There are warm clear days, southern trees bloom with colorful colors, and only the snow-capped peak of the Teide volcano reminds of winter. 
They are far from Spain, but still they are an integral part of it. Having been there, you will understand everything yourself. 
Holidays in the Canaries in May are especially in demand among couples with children, since the climate of the islands does not cause problems with acclimatization, food and fruits are familiar to Europeans. The quality of service in the Canary Islands has long been the talk of the town, despite the fact that the prices for holidays in the Canary Islands in April are quite affordable. Holidays in the Canary Islands in March in Tenerife or Gran Canaria are very popular – the first is ideal for family holidays, and Gran Canaria for active leisure. There are various climatic zones in the Canaries – both more arid, artificially irrigated, and humid, the riot of nature of which is striking in splendor: tours to the Canaries in April are your chance to see it with your own eyes. Holidays in the Canary Islands in March are good because a pleasant pastime by the pool or the ocean can be combined with an excursion program and explore the surroundings of the island that you have chosen to stay. The temperature of the water in the ocean is about 20 degrees, air – 25 (these figures vary slightly from island to island).
You will be warm and comfortable here, a quality tan is guaranteed if you purchase tours to the Canary Islands in March. You can’t call a beach holiday in the Canaries in March, but you can rent a car and drive around Tenerife from the heart, for example. This wonderful island, divided into 2 parts and differing in relief and weather in the north and south, is a great place for walking. Traveling and getting to know the local culture are the strengths of a holiday in the Canary Islands in April or March. Good hotels of the islands are equipped with excellent pools with purified sea water, so that those who want to splash in the sea water can fully satisfy their desire. Having bought tours to the Canary Islands in March, you can clarify all your questions with our managers. By purchasing tours to the Canary Islands in March at Sunrise Tour, you will always be sure of the excellent quality of service and responsible attitude to each client. 
Turism
It has hot summers without precipitation and warm winters. Overall The swimming season in Spain opens in May and ends only in September. The most peak months in every sense are from June to August. This also applies to air temperature, it reaches +32°C. At this time, there is also a high season: Europeans, as a rule, prefer August, in June-July there are more Russian tourists. The hottest climate is in the Canary Islands, where the air temperature rarely drops below +20°C. One of the most popular Canary Islands is Tenerife. Detailed description weather in Spain for months see below. 
Rains in winter in Spain… 
The air temperature rises to +17-19°С. In March, the weather in Spain brings more sun and less rain. It is still too early to open the swimming season, but in the Canary Islands in March the temperature already reaches +24°С, and the water temperature is +20°С… 
At this holiday you will be able to see the Spanish military parade with your own eyes. Undoubtedly, you will enjoy May Spain. And not only because mass holidays and fun await you. 
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In October, there is no longer a sweltering heat, but the sun … 
But still, in December in Spain you will not get bored. In December, the Spaniards celebrate Christmas, so this… 
They apply to flights and hotel stays. Therefore, an April holiday on the chic Canary beaches will cost you as cheap as ever. And this despite the fact that the swimming season can almost be considered open. 
If it is still quite cool, then in April, excursions on sailboats and yachts are already in full swing by sea. By ordering such an excursion, you can get acquainted with the nature of the different islands of the Canary archipelago. Catamaran trips will be interesting for the whole family, especially if you manage to see dolphins, which are quite numerous here 
A paradise for tourists, where the gentle sun always shines, and the sea (that is, it calls to plunge into transparent waves. It is not for nothing that tourists from all over the world dream of coming here, at least for a short time. After all, the Canary Islands are beautiful at any time of the year (the weather is almost 
Greek and Roman manuscripts, compiled by the greatest minds of the time, called them the Happy Isles, the Garden of the Hesperides, Atlantis. At that time, the Guanches tribes lived here – tall white-skinned people, whose small settlements hid in caves and rocky shores. The inhabitants of the round houses fiercely resisted the Spanish colonizers in 1496. 
In the central part of the island, granite mountains rise for two kilometers, cut by deep ravines and gorges. 
The last island is La Palma, which has very steep coasts, amazing mountain ranges and lush vegetation. 
So they shed rains mainly in the north. On the highest peaks of the archipelago, even in summer, despite the high air temperature, you can see a snow cap. 
In December, tourists like to come here to celebrate the New Year and Christmas in an unusual setting. Indeed, your favorite holidays can be spent not for snowballs and snowman modeling, but on the beach. At this time, you can swim (the water warms up to +21°C) and sunbathe. During the day the thermometer shows +23, and at night – +19. But if you are going to go high into the mountains, then you should definitely grab warm clothes. It is much colder there, in addition, there is snow on some slopes. 
The air temperature during the day is +24, at night – +19. 
The water in the ocean warms up to +21. 
The water is still suitable for swimming (+ 24°C). 
Which, of course, will please everyone who is not indifferent to the sun, the sun, which is still very few in the middle of spring. Such weather will be an excellent way out for those who are tired of waiting for spring, which for some reason is in no hurry to come to the northern latitudes. 
During the day, tourists are pleased with clear skies and high temperatures. Already at the beginning of the month, the temperature rises to +20°C throughout the island, and up to +22°C in some resorts. 
During this period, the number of sunny and clear days reaches 28, and only 3 rainy days. 
At the end of April, a hat will come in handy, saving from the scorching rays of the sun. 
Which, of course, will please everyone who is not indifferent to the sun, the sun, which is still very few in the middle of spring. Such weather will be an excellent way out for those who are tired of waiting for spring, which for some reason is in no hurry to come to the northern latitudes. 
Among the most interesting places recommended by the “pilgrims” who have been here, Madrid, Barcelona, Toledo, Seville are in the lead. 
Among the museums you will like the Maritime and CosmoCaixa (museum of space and stars). Football fans will not pass by the doors to the FC Barcelona Museum. 
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And will you have time to swim if you are going on a sightseeing vacation? 
In addition, April is rich in holidays. The most significant of them is, of course, the Catholic Easter. But St. George’s Day is a real miracle. This holiday is an analogue of Valentine’s Day, and is celebrated on a grand scale – in Barcelona on this day, the streets are literally strewn with roses. When it gets dark, exciting costumed dragon fights take place. 
In April, it is already very warm here – the best time to travel around the Spanish provinces in search of something interesting.
Many tourists come to watch the procession. 
On all the beaches of the country, active preparations for the tourist season begin. Consider the weather conditions of April in Spain in more detail: 
The weather in Spain in April will allow you to enjoy it to the fullest. 
This resort dates back to the 1960’s. It was constructed on what had been barren land up to that point. Today its reputation extends throughout all of Europe as a tourist mega center.
This resort town is ideally situated near the party resorts of Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas, but it is more upscale.
They are the ones who know which beaches are most worthwhile on Gran Canaria.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, where to stay in Gran Canaria for sightseeing
The beach Playa Amadores is artificial, with sand brought in from the Sahara Desert.
Pleasure crafts take visitors up and down the coast, on glass bottom boat excursions to enjoy the underwater views, and on dolphin watching cruises. Many visitors come to stay here to enjoy these attractions.
Its slope is gentle, and the beach is ideally protected from the waves. This combination makes it an ideal place for both scuba diving and snorkeling.
Tejeda, great area in Gran Canaria for ecotourism
They were the original inhabitants of the islands who used them to traverse the island’s center.
Arguineguin, where to stay in Gran Canaria in a quiet place with local charm
For beach lovers, you have some amazing hidden gems like Playa de Guigui and also fully developed beaches, with all the facilities, like Playa Amadores.
If you’re looking for a self-catering holiday in Gran Canaria, maybe an apartment will be a better option for you, since the prices are usually better and with an apartment, you do get a full kitchen, where you can whip up a quick breakfast in the morning if you want to save more money.
The Aqualand Water Park is also located here and it’s a great day out especially for families, with lots of rides to enjoy for all ages.
The resort has easy access to two great beaches, Puerto Rico Beach and Playa Amadores. With clean and calm waters, these beaches are ideal for kids and for days of chilling in the sun. 
Puerto Mogan hosts one of the island’s largest markets on Fridays when visitors from all other resorts come here for a day trip.
San Agustin combines the best of both worlds: the need for a quiet and relaxing holiday in Gran Canaria, with the option to enjoy the best nightlife on the islands, only a few minutes away by taxi.
The city is very modern and vibrant and full of life, so you will see some buildings with edgy architecture, along with typical Canarian buildings, a mix of styles that is very representative of the city’s way of life.
Gran Canaria is located just 4-5 hours away by plane from most European capitals, so if you need to fly to Europe frequently, this is a good option for setting a base.
For beach lovers, you have some amazing hidden gems like Playa de Guigui and also fully developed beaches, with all the facilities, like Playa Amadores.
If you’re looking for a self-catering holiday in Gran Canaria, maybe an apartment will be a better option for you, since the prices are usually better and with an apartment, you do get a full kitchen, where you can whip up a quick breakfast in the morning if you want to save more money.
The Aqualand Water Park is also located here and it’s a great day out especially for families, with lots of rides to enjoy for all ages.
The resort has easy access to two great beaches, Puerto Rico Beach and Playa Amadores. With clean and calm waters, these beaches are ideal for kids and for days of chilling in the sun. 
Puerto Mogan hosts one of the island’s largest markets on Fridays when visitors from all other resorts come here for a day trip.
San Agustin combines the best of both worlds: the need for a quiet and relaxing holiday in Gran Canaria, with the option to enjoy the best nightlife on the islands, only a few minutes away by taxi.
The city is very modern and vibrant and full of life, so you will see some buildings with edgy architecture, along with typical Canarian buildings, a mix of styles that is very representative of the city’s way of life.
Gran Canaria is located just 4-5 hours away by plane from most European capitals, so if you need to fly to Europe frequently, this is a good option for setting a base.
For beach lovers, you have some amazing hidden gems like Playa de Guigui and also fully developed beaches, with all the facilities, like Playa Amadores.
If you’re looking for a self-catering holiday in Gran Canaria, maybe an apartment will be a better option for you, since the prices are usually better and with an apartment, you do get a full kitchen, where you can whip up a quick breakfast in the morning if you want to save more money.
The Aqualand Water Park is also located here and it’s a great day out especially for families, with lots of rides to enjoy for all ages.
The resort has easy access to two great beaches, Puerto Rico Beach and Playa Amadores. With clean and calm waters, these beaches are ideal for kids and for days of chilling in the sun. 
Puerto Mogan hosts one of the island’s largest markets on Fridays when visitors from all other resorts come here for a day trip.
San Agustin combines the best of both worlds: the need for a quiet and relaxing holiday in Gran Canaria, with the option to enjoy the best nightlife on the islands, only a few minutes away by taxi.
The city is very modern and vibrant and full of life, so you will see some buildings with edgy architecture, along with typical Canarian buildings, a mix of styles that is very representative of the city’s way of life.
Gran Canaria is located just 4-5 hours away by plane from most European capitals, so if you need to fly to Europe frequently, this is a good option for setting a base.
For beach lovers, you have some amazing hidden gems like Playa de Guigui and also fully developed beaches, with all the facilities, like Playa Amadores.
If you’re looking for a self-catering holiday in Gran Canaria, maybe an apartment will be a better option for you, since the prices are usually better and with an apartment, you do get a full kitchen, where you can whip up a quick breakfast in the morning if you want to save more money.
The Aqualand Water Park is also located here and it’s a great day out especially for families, with lots of rides to enjoy for all ages.
The resort has easy access to two great beaches, Puerto Rico Beach and Playa Amadores. With clean and calm waters, these beaches are ideal for kids and for days of chilling in the sun. 
Puerto Mogan hosts one of the island’s largest markets on Fridays when visitors from all other resorts come here for a day trip.
San Agustin combines the best of both worlds: the need for a quiet and relaxing holiday in Gran Canaria, with the option to enjoy the best nightlife on the islands, only a few minutes away by taxi.
The city is very modern and vibrant and full of life, so you will see some buildings with edgy architecture, along with typical Canarian buildings, a mix of styles that is very representative of the city’s way of life.
Gran Canaria is located just 4-5 hours away by plane from most European capitals, so if you need to fly to Europe frequently, this is a good option for setting a base.
I mean… it gets an average of 320 sunny days every year! However, Gran Canaria’s northern part is different from its south of the island, so in this article you will find out my tips for staying in each of its most popular resort areas. 
Either you want to spend your days on the beach, sample some Spanish food with friends and family or dance until the early hours, Gran Canaria has it all.
These are the best areas to stay in for visitors and I will be talking about each one in this post.
One of the most famous beaches is Las Canteras Beach, which is surrounded by discos, pubs, bars and restaurants. Las Canteras is also a great spot for windsurfers and kite surfers, because the south end of the beach has no reefs and the waves are ideal for surfing.
Maspalomas – for a fun experience
For the adrenaline seekers, I suggest the Aqualand Maspalomas (a water park with a multitude of slides) or Holiday World (an amusement park with roller coasters, wheels and toy cars).
Playa del Ingles – for nightlife and clubbing
Gran Canaria Puerto Rico – for families
Puerto de Mogan – for couples
Why not top it off with a romantic dinner at an Italian restaurant? I suggest eating out at Caravaggio Italian Restaurant, a fantastic little gem that promises a lovely atmosphere on the island. 
San Agustín – for a quiet holiday
There are so many reasons why anyone could visit the island and so as a bonus I decided to list the most common types to help you choose your place even faster: 
Yeah, it’s true! These shopping centers transform into nightclubs after dark. 🙂 
From fantastic beaches to unique villages, premium hotels and peaceful resorts, Gran Canaria will give you the best experience you could possibly think of. 
Also, don’t forget to comment if you want to share your thoughts or if you have any questions. 
The resort got its name from the English sailors, who at the beginning of the twentieth century loved to rest stormily on this coast. Life in this place is bustling day and night, so Playa del Ingles can be called a place for people who want fun from life. If we take the summer period, then the resort is indeed one of the most popular holiday destinations for young people from Europe from 18 to 30 years old, and in scope is second only to Benidorm. But, with all the gaiety and youth of the Playa del Ingles resort, tourists from 30 years old can find a lot of entertainment here to their taste. 
And not far from this center you can find water activities. 
“Oasis” is located at the beginning (well, or at the end – depending on where you look from) the beach of Playa de Maspalomas, and after some 200 meters, immediately after the lake, sand dunes begin. 
A few decades ago, Puerto Rico was a small fishing port on the Atlantic Ocean. And now this resort has become popular among European tourists vacationing with children. Several dozen outwardly identical apartments and hotels built in the typical early 80s style are located on the rocky slopes of this beautiful place. 
In fact, on the island of Gran Canaria, namely in the waters of this place, many world records in fishing were set. 
Despite the fact that Arguineguin and Patalavaca are secluded, Puerto Rico or Maspalomas can be reached by car in a matter of minutes. 
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Casa Chica de Las Canteras and Good times Las Palmas de Gran Canaria also received high marks. The average cost in this category will be 4,782 ₽ per night. 
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7 km from the city center 700 m from the hotelPark de Santa Catalina 700 m from the hotel 
4 km from the city center200 m from the hotel Parc de Santa Catalina 200 m from the hotel 
3 km from the city center300 m from the hotel Parque de Santa Catalina 300 m from the hotel 
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0 km from City Center 800 m from El Muelle Shopping Center 
7 km from the hotel Parc de Santa Catalina 700 m from the hotel 
1 km from Columbus House in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the apartment features a patio with sea views. 
Many of the island’s beaches are perfect for the smaller family members, as they are protected from waves and currents, as are the natural pools that have formed in the shelter of lava flows that reached down as far as the sea after eruptions.
A jagged, harsh, wild landscape where the most sepulchral silence is especially noticeable. The Montañas del Fuego (Mountains of Fire) can be visited on a guided bus tour, during which we are awestruck by a colourful horizon, occupied by volcanic cones, lava fields, whimsically-shaped rocks… Nature has chosen a special palette of colours for this scenery, mixing reds and oranges with ochres, greys and blacks.
The successive volcanic eruptions that created the current landscape were also decisive for the settlements where life takes place among volcanoes and lava. It wasn’t easy, but the result couldn’t be better, both for the locals and for visitors to this unusual island territory.
There is a famous market here every Sunday that attracts thousands of local visitors and tourists. Haría is the greenest area of the island and it is, in fact, also known as the ‘Valle de las Mil Palmeras’ (valley of the thousand palm trees), which are scattered among the typical whitewashed houses.
As Lanzarote is in the path of the North Atlantic trade winds there is often a pleasant breeze which is most welcome on those really hot summer days. Without these winds the island’s temperatures would be similar to those in the Sahara.
Playa Blanca might take up to 40 minutes on a direct transfer.
You can book transfers to all destinations on the island.
Here you’ll find some of Lanzarote’s best accommodation along with a small selection of excellent restaurants.Coastline of Lanzarote
Some favourites include:
A short walk from the eastern edge of the beach leads to El Charco de San Gines, a pretty lagoon surrounded by restaurants where local fishermen leave their small boats.
This is a challenging hike in both directions and one not to be taken lightly.
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Hotels are widespread around the island, while those looking for self catering accommodation will find a good choice of Lanzarote villas in areas such as Puerto del Carmen and Playa Blanca, amongst other popular destinations.
Other top tourist attractions in Lanzarote include the Jardin de Cactus – an unusual cactus garden, with many formally landscaped areas and large specimen plants; Guinate Tropical Park – a popular family theme park close to the Corona Volcano, with exotic animals and birds; Rancho Texas Park – always popular with tourists in Lanzarote, comprising an Indian village, gold mine, crocodiles and large eagles; and the island’s vibrant nightlife – ranging from al fresco dining and restaurants, to lively nightclubs and bars, particularly around Lanzarote’s main coastal resorts.
More information about Lanzarote Tourist Attractions and Lanzarote Landmarks.
Islands of particularly interest include Fuerteventura – located to the south of Lanzarote and featuring spectacular scenery; Gran Canaria – the largest of all the Canary Islands, with much of island life being centred around the capital, Las Palmas; and Tenerife – containing a host of theme parks, a legendary nightlife and particularly mountainous landscape. More information about Lanzarote Attractions Nearby.
For those planning a holiday the website has accommodation, flights, car hire, weather and all the information on where to go, what to do and the insiders guide to discovering Lanzarote. If your relocating or living in Lanzarote then catch up on the latest news, events, clubs, shopping and jobs. Lanzarote…….have you been yet?
I talked to Miguel about this and we couldn’t agree on the which areas would characterise Lanzarote, so here are our suggestions for you, depending upon the amount of time you have, you will need to hire a car!
The Fundación at Tahiche is an amazing place, this was Manrique’s house, it was built on top of 5 volcanic bubbles that he created into rooms, he had this amazing talent for taking natural elements and incorporating them with modern materials for his designs. When you head up the hill from Arrecife towards Teguise you want to take the third exit off the roundabout with his intricate wind sculpture on, towards San Bartolomé and the Fundación is on your right.You can see signs of Manrique’s influence all over the island of Lanzarote, there are numerous roundabouts with his wind sculptures on (Arrecife Airport, Tahiche, Arrieta & Montaña Blanca), he campaigned to keep low white painted buildings with doors and windows of blue and green paint which dates back to using the old left over paint from the fishing boats, and he worked to develop the major tourist attractions of the island such as the Jardín de Cactus, Mirador del Río, Jameso del Agua and Cueva de los Verdes.
That image has been engraved in my soul as something of extraordinary beauty that I will never forget in all of my life.”
You can enjoy a drink on the terrace or a meal in the renown restaurant, whilst reflecting on the wonder of Manrique and his effect on the island of Lanzarote.
If you’re afraid of heights then close your eyes for the next part – not the driver though! There is a fantastic twisty road that winds its way down into the Valley of Haría offering spectacular views at each bend.
On the following part of route there are 4 of the 7 official attractions, you won’t have time or want to visit them all so I’m leaving it up to you to choose! Exiting Haría head towards signs for Guinate and the Mirador del Río (1 of 4), then drop down into Á“rzola and take the coast road signposted Arrecife, there are small white sand beaches dotted along this road with parking areas if you want to stop. The Jameos del Agua (2 of 4) and Cueva de los Verdes (3 of 4 Green Caves) are situated off the same junction, you turn left for the first and right for the second. Take the turning for Punta Mujeres and follow the coast road along the front to Arrieta where you can go to Playa la Garita, a locals beach with two tapas bars or continue along the main road again. If you’re running short of time stay on the main road back to Tahiche, otherwise turn off at Mala and drive through to Guatiza where you can see a restored windmill and huge plastic cactus at the Jardin de Cactus (4 of 4). You can rejoin the main road again on the far side of Guatiza.
To the north is the Chinijo Archipelago. It includes the smaller island of La Graciosa and four other islands, including Alegranza and Montana Clare, both uninhabited.
Beyond this symbolic work, Casa Museu, in the same place, allows to appreciate the local culture and its (peasant) history. Half way between a museum and a craft shop, the creation “manriquienne” also houses a restaurant.
The vineyards of the Garia valley are also here.
There is little to see except maybe in the neighboring village of Uga, a smoked salmon smokehouse (you can buy one, too) and a dromedary (camel) breeding center. The latter organizes daily round trips to Timanfaya, performing a promenade for the coming tourists.
Surfboards are €15-25/day, neoprene €5/day, and they also have all the other (newest) gear; kite, foil, wings, etc. As for later discounts beforehand, when going with one surf school—often they offer reduced accommodation and rental if you did a course with them. You are better off buying equipment and suits used, e.g. on Wallapop or Facebook Market, and even stay in the car or van along the eastern stretch of the beach, in case you intend to stay here longer and just take your time—there are many offers for used surf boards and suits below €100 (for both), especially by people that are in a hurry to sell since they have a flight scheduled.
The main industry of the island is tourism and fishing. The climate of the island is one of the most commonly reported pull factors for travelers. Streets and roads on La Graciosa are unpaved sand. The Gracioseras can often be seen early each morning sweeping the streets smooth of the previous night’s footprints. Motor vehicles are strictly prohibited and limited to a handful of licensed vehicles for special purposes. Since the roads are bad, and cars have to be shipped to Lanzarote for repair, about 70% of the motor vehicles on the island are old Land Rovers which often can be repaired by a local serviceman. There are no natural water sources on the island. Desalinated water has to be piped directly from Lanzarote since 2001.
The island is part of a conservation act with (Chinijo Archipelago) Natural Park, so it has no active or documented inhabitants. The historic lighthouse of (Punta Delgada) can be found on the eastern part of the island. Built in 1865, it was declared a historical monument in December 2002.
Still, visitors marvel at how stone walls and semi-surrounds are used to capture moisture to grow crops elsewhere on this decidedly desert island.
Fuel is very cheap, just above €1/L.
Best to review the ratings online to get a understanding of what to expect.
60. If you plan to travel mainly by bus, get a prepaid card at Arrecife bus terminal which offers a slight discount and saves you the hassle of paying with coins every time.
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It is also possible to take a camel ride near the entrance to the national park, this costing €6 a person. For many, the highlight of their visit to Lanzarote.
). The permanent display and audio-visual presentations explain the origins of the island, the recent volcanic activity that formed the park, and the flora and fauna of what appears at first glance to be a dead landscape. Admission free. 
A bar, restaurant, swimming pool, and concert hall were all built within one such formation, near the coast, under the guidance of César Manrique, and opened to the public in 1966. €11. 
Daily 10:00-18:00. Restaurant 12:00-16:30, 18:00-01:00. 
Every day, 10:00-18:00, last entry 17:00. A 45 min guided tour takes you through a succession of caverns and tunnels formed by an underground river of lava. The melted rock and mineral formations are well lit, and the demonstration of their acoustical qualities is truly surprising. (updated May 2018)
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This is an easy lava tube, but still exiting. About 500 m in length, and in the middle you will not see any light anymore. The exit is 29.013081-13.6563541 here. Bring a flashlight, don’t go alone and tell someone where you are going. Keep at the southeastern wall of the tube. There are some caves wandering off west at the west entrance, but they are leading to a dead end. (updated May 2021)
Daily 10:00-19:00. Visit César Manrique’s superb house, built inside 5 volcanic bubbles, and now also a gallery of his personal art collection €8. 
Depending on the weather, you might want to head to La Santa, where you also can find a good break. But since it is a rocky beach, it is probably only interesting for intermediate or advanced surfers. Furthermore, there is also an interesting break in Arrieta on the other side of the island. Otherwise, you will want to head to Fuerteventura, where there is much more choice of any.
You can also take submarine trips from Ports in Puerto del Carmen and Puerto Calero.
47810217 Water reservoir – A great view from the mountains. Hike further up to “La Cathedral” cave.
Try to drink bottled water, which is affordable.
146598-13.4990442 Haría. Su 10:00-14:30. More authentic, a lot of handicraft, but also local produces. If you only have time for one market, visit this one over the one in Teguise. (updated May 2021)
The Hotel Fariones is a beachfront hotel set in luxurious gardens with native plant species with direct access to the crystalline waters of the Atlantic Ocean. 
In the north of the Lanazarote Island, Gran Meliá Salinas is close to the architecturally historical capital of Teguise, as well as Arrecife airport, Jameos del Agua, and Cueva de los Verdes. 
Ferries depart at least hourly and cost 14€ for one way.
The one that created a long lava tube that goes underwater. It is called La Corona and reaches 609meters. 
They are sometimes even more fascinating than the crater themselves. Below are a few examples of what you can find on the island of Lanzarote.
The Green caves are fascinating!
It destroyed 26 villages and hamlets, as well as many farms
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Do not leave the path! Do no walk on lava! First is is edgy and you can’t stand well. Second there might be caves under the lava and you are at risk of dropping suddenly
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They were the Guanches, an ethnic group related to the North African Berbers. There are many theories explaining the appearance of the Guanches on the islands. One of the most probable claims that they were brought by the Romans to the Canary Islands to perform agricultural work. 
The final conquest of the island and its transformation into a Spanish colony took place with the support of the Castilian king Enrique III. 
Painting by Salvador Vignega. Court Museum of Cadiz – (Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org) 
At 19In the 60s, in order to create infrastructure for mass tourism , the government of the country made a decision on the urbanization of coastal areas, which was carried out on a grand scale. During the reign of Franco, the dictator who was in power in Spain, every kilometer of the Spanish coastal territory was concreted in the shortest possible time in order to meet the international demand for beach holiday destinations . 
He was born at 1919 in Arrecife and died in Taich in 1992. After participating as a volunteer in the Spanish Civil War, he entered the University of La Laguna in the specialty “Technical Architecture” , but dropped out after a few years. 
Therefore, many of his works are exhibited in the famous gallery “Catherine Viviano” . 
So Cesar Manrique’s idea was to develop sustainable tourism, designed for the long term and taking into account the unique landscape of the island, sun, ocean and wind. In order to preserve the pristine beauty of Lanzarote, the artist for 20 years fought against illegal construction and corruption in this area. 
” Caesar Manrique
Summer sunshine from June to August lasts for 12 hours when you can spend half the day outdoors.
Is it raining? Probably.
Although the Canaries are a popular winter destination, there are still plenty of last-minute deals to be found. Luckily for you, you have found yourself on Cheapflights.co.uk. And we happen to be experts in finding you the best flight deals. Our smart filters will allow you to find the best price, at the best time for you. You can also search with us for the car hire and hotel prices.
Trust us, when you’re setting off on that bargain flight, you’ll be thankful to be heading towards those clear blue skies.
And a trip to the UNESCO city of La Laguna or the mountain top village of Masca, won’t have you seeking refuge in an air-conditioned car. February is the perfect time of year to combine a beach break and sight-seeing adventure – and Tenerife is a great island to do both.
But, if it helps, there were lots of children playing in the ocean at this beach and at Playa del Camison also.
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Don’t be too persistent – smile and courtesy will help you communicate with even the most stubborn seller. Pay attention not only to branded clothing and shoes, but also electronics, household appliances and jewellery, because prices for them in La Palma can be very attractive. There is a large assortment of leather craftsmen products. Bags, shoes, belts of good quality and with traditional embroideries can be purchased in many souvenir shops. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
La Palma is famous for its lace. Unique tablecloths, bed sheets, towels, pillowcases will add an island mood to your interiors. Bowls, mugs, pitchers and vases with traditional ornament will also become a beautiful and useful souvenir. As a house decoration you can buy wooden and stone statuettes and even wicker furniture. Fashionistas can look into olivine jewellery and pearls. With pearls in La Palma they can make you any jewellery masterpiece, based on your sketch and for a moderate price. 
Amazing wines, banana liquor, rum and beer of La Palma should definitely be purchased. But keep in mind that in the airport you’ll have to present an invoice for each purchased bottle. 
There you can buy inexpensive clothing from the world famous Spanish and foreign brands. Products of elite brands can be searched in the most prestigious area of the city, Salamanca. Excellent shopping for everyone is waiting for tourists in the Gran Vía area. And in Cuatro Caminos you can buy exclusive fabrics and even order an outfit.
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Perhaps the best way to experience La Palma’s rugged beauty is a hike through the Caldera de Taburiente National Park or the narrow gorges of Los Tilos. The cool waters of natural swimming hole Charco Azul beckon on a steamy day. The dark sands of Playa Nueva are great for sunbathing and cat naps.
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A wide variety of restaurants and delis are available to choose from with a nice selection of entrees and especially desserts. 
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Make sure you arrive in time to take the opportunity to explore the duty-free shopping opportunities located inside SPC airport, where you can purchase exclusive perfumes and colognes, cigarattes, alcohol, food items, confectionery, and souvenirs from Spain.
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Mercadillo del Agricultor de Puntagorda remains one of the most popular among tourists. In this covered market, you can buy the most popular national products, they sell wonderful farm cheese, confectionery, exotic fruits, and a lot of popular national delicacies. Small tables are set right on the territory of the market, so you can try delicacies without leaving the counter. Many tourists come here specifically to taste the fresh cane juice. 
The store also has a large selection of handicrafts by local artisans. They sell wonderful wicker baskets, hand-painted mugs, as well as porcelain home decorations. 
This store is combined with a workshop, so all its visitors will have the opportunity to watch the work of glassblowers. Here you can buy absolutely miniature glass crafts, and large luxurious vases, and craftsmen are always ready to make souvenirs to order. There is a small market next to the workshop, where it will be interesting to walk around in search of inexpensive clothes, exotic fruits and handmade jewelry. 
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This town is distinguished by an abundance of designer boutiques with poetic names, one of the most popular being El lagarto está llorando. It is worth heading here for a selection of new swimwear, beach accessories, bright fashionable outfits and jewelry. On the central shopping streets, you can visit attractive jewelry stores, as well as souvenir shops and craft workshops. The city of Los Llanos is one of the leaders of the island in terms of the number of outlets. Fans of gastronomic shopping will also find it interesting to take a walk here. 
The length of the route is 5 kilometers, the ticket price is 10 euros. Most shops are located in the city center, on Passeig de Gracia you can find boutiques of famous Spanish brands – Zara, Massimo Dutti, Zara, Stradivarius with fairly affordable prices. On the same street there are shops of elite brands – Chanel, D&G, Yves Saint Laurent. One of the largest shopping centers in the capital of Catalonia is Diagonal Mar, which houses more than 150 stores of various brands, children’s areas, food courts. Shopping in the Raval and Gracia districts will be no less exciting, here you can find something vintage and exclusive.
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It is easy to buy clothes and shoes from leading brands at low prices, as well as local authentic souvenirs. It should be noted right away that it will not be possible to take home the unique black volcanic sand, because its export from the island is prohibited. While traveling in La Palma, you saw a beautiful plant and want to plant it in your garden? Then take a picture of the curiosity and go to the nearest gardening store in search of a germinated specimen. You still will not be able to take out a plucked flower. Fortunately, you can also buy local plants in some department stores, for example, in the Hiper Dino and Spanish style chains. 
Fortunately, they are not so expensive. By the way, the previously mentioned Hiper Dino is one of the few chains of stores that are open on weekends. Shopping is always better to go on weekdays. And remember the siesta! In general, on the island you can find goods of all famous brands at reasonable prices. It’s all about the tricks of the tax legislation, making the sale of any product in La Palma and the Canary Islands more profitable than in mainland Spain. Therefore, do not doubt that you will find something to your liking in local stores. 
As home decoration, you can buy figurines made of wood and stone, or even furniture woven from willow twigs. Fashionable women can be advised jewelry made of olivine or pearls. With the latter, La Palma can make any work of jewelry according to your sketch for a relatively small fee. 
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Crafts from shells and cones. You can’t bring volcanic pebbles and sprouts of Canary pine, but you can admire them. 
This beautiful street is bustling with life. It sells exclusive jewelry and bijouterie, fashionable clothes, shoes and accessories. In the shop “La Molina” you can find palm essences, island rum and the most delicate macaroons. Among other things, exhibitions and art exhibitions are held here. 
This is a large mall with an area of 32,000 square meters. On the territory of the Shopping Mall there is parking for 1,500 parking spaces. 
You can stroll through the shops without going far from the snow-white beaches. 
Pay attention to the 2-story clothing store Uterque, a prestigious Spanish brand that is practically not represented outside the country. Come here for exclusive items that your friends won’t have in their closets! 
In addition, several iconic art galleries are located here. By the way, next to Via Veri is the fantastic men’s store La Principal. 
The Spanish chain Carrefour operates on the island, there are two large department stores El Corte Ingles and the local chain Eroski. 
Fan Mallorca has 120 stores of international and local brands: Benetton, Mango, Guess, H&M, Vans, Women Secret. The food court has the usual Burger King and Starbucks, and in your free time from shopping, you can visit a cinema, a climbing wall or a swimming pool. 
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Tucked in between the marina and the old dock, this beach is made up of large stones and dark, volcanic sand. Thanks to the marina wall, this beach is entirely protected from waves, which means the sea is always calm enough for swimming no matter how windy it is or how rough the sea is.
There’s also a children’s play area in the back of the restaurant to keep little ones amused.
You can sign up for a one-off hour lesson to get you going or jump in at the deep end and take on a five-day course.
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“Our aim is to give the whistle more importance so that the children can be confident using it together. Importantly, having the whistle protected within our compulsory curriculum prevents extinction altogether.”
His Whistling Tree sculpture at Mirador de Igualero, a viewpoint in Vallehermoso overlooking a ravine where Silbo Gomero was most active, shows how the index finger should be bent and placed inside the mouth while whistling with an open palm beside it to amplify the sound.
These indigenous people roamed North African regions more than 3,000 years ago and communicated by whistle; it’s therefore widely believed that the Spanish settlers on the island adapted the whistling language of La Gomera’s early inhabitants to suit their native tongue.
“It saved a lot of climbing,” said Darias.
Soon after, phones became commonplace and threatened the language altogether.
“They are nephews who live on the south side of the island. Their livestock moves around in an area with no mobile network, and that’s why it’s necessary for them to use it.”
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But “after whistling together for a while, their communication becomes as easy as if speaking Spanish,” Mr. Correa said.
Whistling developed as a good alternative way to deliver a message, with its sound carrying farther than shouting — as much as two miles across some canyons and with favorable wind conditions.
Darias can also adapt her Silbo to other languages spoken by her audience, on an island that is particularly popular with Germans.
In the class of 6-year-olds, only five of 17 raised their hands when asked if they had a chance to whistle at home.
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Correa is right. The whistled language of La Gomera can travel distances of up to three or four thousand metres. 
“But there is no technology connected to it, so there are no issues of network coverage however high or remote the whistler might be.” At the age of 19, Chinea is part of the Organisation of the La Gomera Whistle created in 2018 in collaboration with the University of La Laguna (Tenerife) to help promote La Gomera’s cultural heritage. Although the history of the safeguarding of the La Gomera whistle began earlier, the first legal steps to protect the whistle began in 1999 when the the Canary Islands Parliament enshrined in law the protection of the La Gomera whistle in all centres of education. The importance of this conservation strategy was given global recognition with the UNESCO decision of 2009. “Before the fifteenth century the indigenous population used to put watch whistlers on the highest points of the island in case of attack by pirates. Whistlers were also used to transmit messages in case of death, illness or other newsworthy event. The entire island used the whistle to communicate,” Correa says.
Because of the extent to which knowledge of the language had spread the peculiar sound of the whistle could travel the entire island from the mountains to the coast as men and women picked up messages and passed them on using the air, throat, tongue and fingers. “It was important that messages [in this historical period] were transmitted because people’s lives were at stake,” Correa adds. Considering the usefulness of being able to communicate over a rugged island territory it is unsurprising that the Spanish let the population continue their custom of whistling after their occupation of the island in 1402. 
“Listen to that bird,” the neighbour says. “She whistles very well.” The intrigued neighbour remains in her post as a ten-year-old boy, Miguel García Herrera, whistles together with the teacher. Then Miguel’s brother Ángel joins the conversation. Vibrations bounce from building to building, as the whistling trio chat about going to the beach that afternoon. Sometimes it is noticeable that whistled sounds have to be repeated several times to clarify what has been said. “Our language doesn’t have all the vowels and consonants, so the receiver must make sure that he or she has heard the content of the whistle correctly. The context is very important in a whistled conversation. A whistled word can have up to thirty different meanings in spoken communication,” says Judian Hernández.
Back at the language school he explains what it was like in front of the cameras on set: “I whistled to my partner Irún Castilla, but at first he didn’t understand me. We had to whistle for a while to sort out the words…I was nervous, but my family was there which helped a lot.” 
Before the actors landed on La Gomera they were prepared over Skype. Once on the island they took intensive seven hours per day classes with Correa. “You learn quickly if you practice a lot,” says Correa. “Once you know how to put your fingers in your mouth properly and arrange your tongue, it’s just a matter of practice.” 
In at least 80 cultures worldwide, people have developed whistled versions of the local language when the circumstances call for it. To linguists, such adaptations are more than just a curiosity: By studying whistled languages, they hope to learn more about how our brains extract meaning from the complex sound patterns of speech. Whistling may even provide a glimpse of one of the most dramatic leaps forward in human evolution: the origin of language itself.
Skilled whistlers can reach 120 decibels — louder than a car horn — and their whistles pack most of this power into a frequency range of 1 to 4 kHz, which is above the pitch of most ambient noise.
(English, Spanish and most other European languages are nontonal.) For tonal languages, in contrast, the meaning of a sound depends on its pitch relative to the rest of the sentence. In Chinese, for example, the syllable “ma” said with a steady high pitch means “mother,” but said with a pitch that dips and rises again, it means “horse.”
But for simpler tonal languages — such as Gavião, an Amazonian language Meyer has studied, which has just two tones, low and high — whistlers must confine their conversations to a few stereotyped sentences that are easily recognized.
“If we have noise, then we can choose different types of information that are present in different places in the signal.”
Moreover, trained musicians do better than nonmusicians at recognizing consonants, with flute players better than pianists or violinists, Anaïs Tran Ngoc, a linguistics graduate student at the University of the Cote d’Azur, has found. Tran Ngoc, herself a musician, speculates that this is because flutists are trained to use sounds like t and k to help articulate notes crisply. “So there’s this link with language that might not be present for other instruments,” she says.
When scientists tested one ape under controlled conditions, the animal was indeed able to mimic sequences of several whistles.
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Such attention can lead to conservation efforts. In the Canary Islands, for example, a strong preservation movement has sprung up, and Silbo is now taught in schools and demonstrated at tourist hotels. “If people don’t make that effort, probably Silbo would have vanished,” says Díaz Reyes. There, at least, the future of whistled language looks bright.
His work has appeared in Words Without Borders, Catapult, The Common, The Rumpus, Electric Literature, JMWW, River Teeth, Literal Magazine, among others. He’s been shortlisted for the Bridport Prize and Myriad Editions Competition in the UK, as well as the Fish Short Story Prize in Ireland. He has received fellowships from OMI writers (NY), Société des auteurs (Belgium), Jakob Sande (Norway), Can Serrat (Spain), and the Three Seas’ Council (Rhodes). His second book, Silencios al sur, was published in early 2017, and his work has partially been translated into Dutch and French. Mauricio Ruiz can be followed on Twitter and Instagram.
At present, it reproduces the Spanish spoken in the Canary Islands but it could, in theory, do the same with any other language.
It has survived as an essential component of the insular culture.
Although on some occasions it has been used as a secret language -during the conquest, in wars, for smuggling-, the messages emitted by means of the silbo are public because the very nature of this language demands it.
It is a whistled form of the original Guanche language, which died out around the 17th century. Not much is known about that spoken language of those people save for a few words recorded in the journals of travelers and a few others that were integrated into the Spanish spoken on the Canary Islands. It is believed that spoken Guanche had a simple phonetic pattern that made it easily adaptable to whistling. The language was whistled across the Canary Islands, popular on Gran Canaria, Tenerife, and El Hiero as well as La Gomera.
The language works by replicating timbre variations in speech. One study showed that silbo is recognized in the “language center” of the brain by silbo whistlers, though regular Spanish speakers who were not silbo whistlers simply recognized it as whistling.
If a fire started, the Guardia Civil would make civilians drop what they were doing to help, but the locals wouldn’t get paid for their work, despite the Guardia receiving a payment. So, locals passed a message along by whistling, telling others to hide when the Guardia Civil approached. Because the Guardia Civil didn’t “speak” silbo, it was a sort of “secret” language among the locals and messages could be easily heard from great distances.
Despite the protests, every primary school child in La Gomera today is required to learn the whistling language, with it being taught in the island’s schools.
Silbo Gomero is a replacement for Spanish from speech to whistle. This sibilant oral phoneme mimics Spanish phonology through a shortened set of sibilant phonemes. [3] It was declared a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2009. [4] 
[7] Technological developments such as the telephone have played a role in reducing the practicality and usefulness of the language. The earlier survival of the language has been due to its role in bridging distance and terrain, and the ease with which it is learned by native speakers. [6] Most importantly, between 19In the 60s to 1980s many people turned away from agriculture and so many middle class families didn’t want their children to speak the language because it was negatively associated with rural peasants. 
As reported in 2009 by UNESCO, all people living on La Gomera are reported to understand the language, but only those born before 1950 and younger generations who have been in school since 1999 can speak the language . [8] People born before 1950 were taught the language by their older homes, and those who attended or have been attending school since 1999 years old, officially taught this language at school. Those born between 1950 and 1980 understand this language, but cannot speak it, as this language was hardly used and was poorly perceived during language acquisition. [8] 
Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. [8] 
Since July 1999, Silbo Gomero has become a compulsory subject in primary and secondary education. The provincial government supported the educational policy as well as the creation of a formalized curriculum for Silbo Gomero by publishing El Silbo Gomero, Materiales didácticos (Silbo Gomero Study Materials). 
These included training courses to study and teach Silbo Gomero. The training plan was launched in 2007 with 18 teachers participating. [8] 
March 15, 1999 [8] Silbo Gomero was declared part of the historical and ethnographic heritage of the Canary Islands. The annual celebration “School meetings with Silbo Gomero” was also opened on the island of Gomera. In 2005, a monument to Silbo Gomero was introduced to the Garajonay National Park. 
The language is the sibilant form of a dialect of Spanish. [14] Silbo replaces every vowel or consonant with a whistling sound. Whistles vary in pitch and duration. As with other whistled forms of non-tonal languages, Silbo works by roughly preserving the articulation of normal speech, so “the timbre variations of speech appear as pitch variations” (Busnel and Classe: v). 
sound waves. This technique is passed down in the community of La Gomera, with unchanged teaching methods that date back to the end of the nineteenth century. [8] The same pitch can represent many sounds, so it has far fewer phonemes than Spanish. This means that communication in Silbo can sometimes be ambiguous. Thus, context and the right choice of words are important for effective communication. [15] 
It is said that it is not possible to produce intermediate vowels as the whistling mechanism does not have the same functions as the vocal mechanism. [8] The theory that Silbo Gomero has only two vowels was advanced by Ramon Trujillo of the University of La Laguna in his published book “ EL SILBO GOMERO análisis lingüístico ” in 1978. His work, containing nearly a hundred spectrograms, culminates in the theory that Silbo Gomero’s language has only two vowels and four consonants. [16] [17] In Trujillo’s work, Silbo’s vowels are given one quality – the pitch – high or low. However, in a more recent study, the work of Julien Meyer (2005 – French only (p. 100), 2008) gives a statistical analysis of Silbo vowels showing that there are 4 vowels that are statistically different in production, and that they are also perceived as such. [10] [11] Also in 2005, Annie Ryalland of the University of Paris III: New Sorbonne published an acoustic and phonological analysis of Silbo based on new material showing that not only sliding tones but also intensity modulation play a role in discrimination various whistling sounds.
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Spoken /a/f2 and whistled /a/h2 coincide in their frequency (1480 Hz). However, there is a discontinuity of harmonics and formants near the frequency base. Conversational speech has a wide frequency range F2 (from 790 Hz to 2300 Hz), whistles are limited to 1200 Hz to 2400 Hz. The vowels therefore shift upward at the low end (keeping 1480 Hz as /a/) increasing confusion between /o/ (voice frequency F2 890 Hz, whistle 
Trujillo (1978) suggested that consonants are either rises or falls in a “melodic line” that can be interrupted or continued. Further research by Meyer and Ryalland shows that vowels lack their inherent sound class, which is transmitted in a whistle. in these ways: voiced (/k/ vs /ɡ/) is conveyed by whistling [-continuity]. A quiet pause in a whistle reports [+voice] (/ɡ/), while a [+ continuous] consonant gives the quality [-voice] (/k/). The placement of the consonant (dental, palatal, fricative) is conveyed by whistling due to loci, harshness, or speed of formant transitions between vowels. The consonant classes are simplified to four classes. Superhigh loci (near the vertical formant loci) denote affricates and sharp, ascending loci denote alveolar, medial (loci just above the vowel formant) denote palatal, and falling (low loci) denote pharyngeal, labial, and fricative. This gives 8 whistling consonants, but including the gradual fading of tone (with falling intensity) as a feature of continuous and discontinuous sounds, gives 10 consonants.
In these situations, a fade-out [+voice] is given and a continuous [+liquid] is given. [10] [13] diagram requested? 
Their study involved two groups of participants: Spanish computer speakers. One group of Spanish speakers “spoke” to Silbo, while another group did not. Results from brain activity monitoring of participants on functional magnetic resonance imaging showed that while non-Silbo speakers simply processed Silbo as a whistle, Silbo speakers processed whistles in the same linguistic centers of the brain that processed Spanish sentences. [18] 
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Surrounded by rocky cliffs and carpeted in ancient forests and palm-lined valleys, this volcanic island is reminiscent of Jurassic Park. piece in the Atlantic Ocean pretty much for yourself. 
ravines. The lack of international flights has resulted in La Gomera holding back mass tourism; Here, instead of chain hotels and restaurants, you will find a slower, more authentic lifestyle. These traits have earned La Gomera the nickname “the island lost in time”. 
The altitude and humidity of this cloud forest means that the temperatures are cooler here and in the silence of the trees you will feel a world away from the rest of the island.. 
The Guanches, the earliest inhabitants of the island, used Silbo Gomero to communicate through the deep gorges and valleys of the island. The whistles could travel up to 5 km and were used to convey all sorts of messages, from public announcements and invitations to events to the location of a lost goat. Silbo Gomero is much more than just a set of phrases that existed as a fully articulated dialect, repeating the characteristic sounds of colloquial speech.. 
Although these are typically migratory creatures, thanks to these conservation efforts, dolphins can be found here all year round. Take an ecological boat trip with Tina and you’ll likely spot local fauna, from bottlenose dolphins and spotted dolphins to pilot and sperm whales and bog turtles. Tina has been awarded the Yellow Flag environmental accreditation and their vessels do not use sonar, which negatively affects marine life. 
Traditional recipes are as simple and soulful as the island itself, with delicacies including watercress soup, almogrote (a crumbly goat cheese pâté flavored with herbs and butter), and miel de palma , a sweet palm syrup commonly used in Homeran cuisine. 
Mojo originated in the Canary Islands where the main varieties are red mojo ( mojo rojo ) and green mojo ( Mojo Verde ). In other countries, there are recipes similar to mojo where acidic ingredients such as vinegar, lemon, orange, or lime juice can be used. Mojo de cilantro ) and parsley mojo ( Mojo de Perejil ). Because coriander and parsley contain some water, they should be refrigerated and consumed within two days of preparation. 
The grains and fibers are then removed, but some of them will make the mojo tangy. In the case of green mojo, the spiciness will be adjusted by the amount of garlic, and can also be enhanced by the addition of ground coriander seeds. 
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Puerto Rican Chef José Enrique Mojo, mixed with papaya and avocado, covered with fish, has become part of Puerto Rican gastronomy. 9 Steve Otto (October 24, 2007). “Cuban is ours, whatever one may say.” Tampa Tribune . Archived from the original on May 7, 2009
Like the spokes of a wheel, numerous deep valleys, more like canyons, descend to the sheer shores that frame the island on all sides… staff “pertigu”, and once the language of whistling was born. As in Asa, communication by means of a whistle allows the inhabitants of the gorges not to suffer, climbing the steep slopes of the valleys back and forth to exchange news… 
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It turns out that even then the locals were ashamed of this language.” 
As established by J. Covan, a Mazatec Indian who speaks the language of whistling conveys any expression of thought, whole phrases and even turns of speech. When, following this discovery by J. Covan, whistle languages were discovered among other Indian tribes of Mexico – Pueblo, Zapotec, Kikanu, Tepehuanu and others, it was found that the language of the Mazatec Indians belongs to the group of tonal languages, and it is relatively easy to learn to speak it , and other whistling languages, in particular the Tepehuana Indians, are not tonal and have many consonants that they have not learned to soften. At the request of Cowan, one of the Indians, who, in addition to his native language, also began to “whistle in Spanish,” while another Indian from another tribe, who also knew Spanish, but did not know the Mazatec language at all, understood the whistle “ in Spanish” of the first Indian and answered him “by whistling in Spanish”. So it turned out that by whistling you can translate and speak languages, both tonal and non-tonal.
The whistling language was created by the first locals for communication through gorges, mountain landscapes. In the XVI century. the inhabitants of La Gomera adapted the whistling language to Spanish, since the Guanche language eventually disappeared from the face of the Earth. Today, silbo is hardly used by the locals; You can hear it at various folklore performances. Silbo uses only six sounds, which can be used to express more than four thousand concepts. Silbo was used in mountainous areas, while it was heard at a distance of up to eight km. With the help of the whistle language, women could call their husbands and children for dinner, shepherds exchanged information about lost and found goats, etc. Also, with the help of a whistle, residents warned each other of danger – for example, when ships approached the shores in search of slaves. Not so long ago, a special school was opened on the island to teach this unique language. Silbo whistling language is one of the national treasures.
After a tour of the island, we arrived at one of the local cafes. There we were seated at large long tables with other tourists. Opposite us were German women. When we said that we were from Moscow, they nodded their heads approvingly. After drinking a glass of Spanish wine, we ate Canarian potatoes and other food. Then the most important thing began, for which we came to this cafe. We heard the language of silbo whistling. The young guy whistled something to the girl, and she followed his commands. In particular, it was about where to take something and where to put it. Our Russian-speaking guide translated everything into Russian. All commands were executed correctly. For example, take a mobile phone from a young man in a red T-shirt and give it to a girl with long white hair, etc. If possible, I will upload a video for you where you yourself can hear this amazing whistling language – silbo. 
There are a huge number of languages \u200b\u200bin the world, but you are unlikely to have heard of this. It is called homero or whistling language. 
At night, the average low temperature drops to around 14-15°C, although this can be cooler in the northern parts of the islands. 
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Instead of the greenery you’ll find on many of the other islands, Lanzarote is primarily made up of warm-coloured lava formations which can be best appreciated with a guided tour of the volcanoes in Timanfaya National Park.
If you’re not too fussed about sunbathing however then this is brilliant news, as you can make the most of cheaper travel and accommodation costs and enjoy having many of the islands to yourself at this time of year.
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We love its nickname too: the Fire Mountains. 
Travelling from beach to beach is the best way to explore, looking out for natural arches, wildflowers and restaurants on your way.
However, don’t expect me to tell you which is the prettiest Canary Island because they are all beautiful, and whichever you visit, you will love it.
For example, an all-inclusive Canary Islands holiday isn’t the same as enjoying the solitude of some of the best beaches the Canary Islands have to offer.
You can also visit charming towns and cities with everything you’d ever need. Additionally, you will find a lot of great restaurants in Tenerife where you can taste the most authentic Canarian gastronomy, one of the essential things to do in the Canary Islands.
And above all, if you are looking for a quiet but touristy place at the same time, Gran Canarias is your best bet.
In addition, of the eight islands that make up the Canary archipelago, this is one of the smallest and least touristy destinations in the Canary Islands. Therefore, if you’re looking for a place to relax in nature, La Palma could be your best option.
For those two aspects, there are other better islands in the Canary Islands.
However, most of the time, it’s quite quiet, and it’s one of the Canary Islands that I recommend you visit.
But don’t be fooled by its size, as its laurel forest, the Garajonay Natural Park, makes it one of the most beautiful Canary Islands. However, it isn’t the most touristy, since, although the last airport built in the Canary Islands is here, flights to La Gomera are not as frequent. In fact, most tourists come to La Gomera by ferry from Tenerife, one of the easiest ways to travel between the Canary Islands.
But it isn’t the best Canary Island for people looking for big resorts, lots of leisure activities, and nightlife. There aren’t many hotels in La Gomera, so if you plan to visit this island, book well in advance.
No doubt, this is one of the best things to do in La Gomera.
You can get there with a short ferry ride from Corralejo (Northern Fuerteventura).
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Operated by Global Las Palmas, the Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Parquemar, Playa del Ingles service departs from Aeropuerto Sur Expres and arrives in Parquemar, Playa del Ingles. Typically 309 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
The road distance is 30.6 km.
It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Parquemar, Playa del Ingles.
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Maspalomas Golf Course and Puerto Rico Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area’s natural beauty can explore Amadores Beach and Pilancones Natural Park. Maspalomas Botanical Garden and Holiday World Maspalomas are also worth visiting.
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You’ll be taken directly from the airport to the resort.
Recreational opportunities of the Canary Islands / Travel.Ru / Countries and regions
About 1.5 million people live on the islands. Spanish is considered the state language, but employees of hotels and shops know English well. 
However, the main natural feature of Tenerife can be called the special microclimate of the island, for which tourists and residents of the island thank the relief and trade winds that constantly caress the coast of Tenerife – in winter you can swim in the ocean, and then, climbing the slope of the volcano, tinker in the snow. 
In addition, there are still a lot of attractions on the island: this is Loro Park – a parrot park (the island’s most famous park, here you can admire rare animals and birds, see dolphin and fur seal shows, the largest collection of parrots and the largest aquarium in Europe with a glass grotto) , the medieval castle of San Miguel and much more. 
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This breed is quite serious and is even banned for import in some countries. 
Males at the withers reach 58-66 cm, weight from 45 to 65 kg. Females at the withers from 56 to 64 cm, weigh from 39 to 55 kg. 
Even the most daring robber or thief is able to stop them with a calm, deep, almost human look, coupled with a harsh appearance and size. 
But, there are two nuances. 
Of course, these are large dogs and it is preferable to keep them in a house with a spacious yard. But, if given sufficient physical activity, they are able to live in an apartment, albeit with less comfort. 
An exclusive program of active recreation and live language learning has been developed and implemented here. The ISS Camp concept is based on cultivating the qualities of a modern successful person in children: communication, active position, broad outlook and purposefulness. With us, children find and develop their strengths and talents, which allows them to be confident in themselves and their abilities in the future. 
+ milk, toast + jam + honey 
). Just let us know when filling out the questionnaire about your child’s dietary habits, and we will pass this information on to the camp manager and kitchen staff. 
It was our first independent trip. My son was incredibly delighted! The sun, the sea, sports, entertainment, and most importantly, the spiritual home atmosphere and many new friends. To my great disappointment, we almost did not communicate during his absence; he had no time for his mom… 
My son was in the camp last year on the first shift. He lived for a month there. He loved it very much. He spent last year talking about how he wants to go back there. He came tanned, learned to ride a board, got many new friends, they were like one big family. I advise your children to go to this wonderful place. 
The son was very pleased, found new friends, new experience, knowledge. I lived not far from the camp and often visited, I myself got a lot of pleasure, I felt like a child again. The camp has a very warm and cozy atmosphere. My son really liked the English quests and surf. The program was so rich that the children did not have time to experience all the emotions. Well, a grandiose walk on a yacht was remembered by absolutely all children! The cooks will also not be left without attention, the cuisine is very tasty! Well, you can talk a lot about qualified, professional, with extensive experience counselors! A huge THANK YOU to everyone for the great time, warmth and vivid memories! We did not want to go home at all and we will definitely return next year !!! 
Thank you for a wonderful time))) My daughter is happy, she has found new hobbies, aspirations, new friends and a desire to improve in surfing and travelling))). 
Imagine! During the shift, my daughter forgot that she had parents. Every day, counselors come up with new games so that the children do not get bored. But the games are so educational that children get a supply of new thoughts and ideas. Every morning, they go surfing, take part in the fight against the elements and conquer the waves. Excellent instructors who teach, take care of safety and look after the children. I tried it myself, only in another, adult group. But, in addition, they explore the island, conquer the peaks of the mountains, overcome the elements of wind and sand, bike tours around the island, trips on a catamaran and other trips to explore all the secret places of the island. My daughter liked the camp so much that she doesn’t want to go anywhere. He says that only there he receives the most vivid emotions, finds new friends, and receives new aspirations in life for himself. In short, we will go here again! 
The atmosphere is full of friendship and love, and I want to come back again and again because of this. ” 