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With its year-round nice weather and island-wide volcanic beaches, the Canary Islands’ hottest destination is a popular summer and winter escape for partygoers, couples, and families alike. If the sun, the warm sea, and the beaches aren’t tempting enough, rest assured Tenerife also boasts high-end shopping and Canary Island culture.

Lazing on black-sand beaches, enjoying water sports, hiking Mount Teide, shopping for local crafts in the cultured capital city of Santa Cruz, and raving the night away in Playa de las Americas are the main draws to Tenerife. The beaches of the main holiday resorts in the south of the island, where las Americas is situated, are busy most of the year and while not beautiful, Playa de las Teresitas at Santa Cruz has golden sands. The resorts have water parks and boat rides galore, while the huge Mount Teide volcano boasts a cable car.

Tenerife is good value for money, being cheaper than the other Canary Islands and yet having a high quality hospitality industry. There are massive, all-encompassing hotel resorts here with their own pools, spas, and nightly entertainment, usually consisting of flamenco dancing or uniquely Canarian shows. Los Cristianos and Playa de las Americas have the biggest resorts and the most bustling nightlife zones, with Costa Adeje and Puerto de la Cruz being more laidback. Food is mainly Spanish and British, and good value, as are local wines and beers.

The scope for daytrips is excellent, with numerous boat charters and tour firms offering cruises, whale watching trips, day scuba dives, and fishing trips. Tours of the diverse Teide National Park, which is home to Mount Teide, are equally popular and typically take in its snowy peak, though access to the summit is not guaranteed. You can also daytrip to nearby Gran Canaria and La Gomera—the closest islands to Tenerife—by plane or ferry.

Tenerife is one of those rare places on Earth where the weather and temperature remain nice nearly year-round. The summers, which last from June to September, are the hottest times to visit with temperatures rising to a balmy 90-degrees F. But the rest of the year the average temperature hangs around 70 F, perfect weather for beach going and relaxing under some sweet Canary Island sunshine. July, August and late December are the busiest times in Tenerife for tourism so if you want to avoid the crowds, it’s best to plan your trip during other times of the year.

There’s a useful bus service which serves all resorts, the capital city, and the historical center of La Laguna. Tenerife is the largest island in the archipelago, although it has a good road network. Many visitors choose to rent a car, with reasonable rates and lots of interesting side trips.

Highlights

• Relax at the bars and clubs of Veronicas, Playa de las Americas
• Spend the day at Puerto de la Cruz’s Loro Parque, Tenerife’s favorite park
• Hikie lofty Mount Teide, one of the world’s biggest volcanoes at over 12,000 feet
• Shop for local fashions or handmade jewelry along the traffic-free Calle Castillo, Santa Cruz
• Take in the historic churches of UNESCO World Heritage La Laguna
• Celebrate Carnival in Puerto de la Cruz in February

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Geological description of Tenerife

Historically, the seismicity of the island of Tenerife has been closely related to volcanic activity. The earthquakes associated with the triple eruption of Sietefuentes, Fasnia and Arafo between 1704 and 1705 (Sánchez-Sanz, 2014) stand out for their great intensity.

Currently, Tenerife is by far the most active island of the archipelago and on average there are about 1000 to 1200 earthquakes a year. In addition to this background seismicity, there are occasionally intense swarms of very low magnitude earthquakes, located in certain regions of the volcanic building. The first swarm of which we have a good record and location occurred mainly in May 2004, although it continued during 2005. The earthquakes of this series were distributed in two groups, one in the surroundings of the town of Icod de los Vinos and the other in the surroundings of Vilaflor. During this series, the events in general did not exceed the magnitude of 2.0 and in no case 3.0 (Domínguez Cerdeña et al., 2011). Other notable seismic zones on the island are: the western zone of Caldera de las Cañadas, where two swarms of hundreds of very low magnitude earthquakes were located in a few hours on October 2, 2016 and July 14, 2019; the Izaña zone, with a lot of activity between 2009 and early 2011; the surroundings of Pico del Teide, where there is recurrent seismicity, most notably the magnitude 3 earthquake of January 6, 2017. 0; and finally, at the end of 2017 low magnitude activity appeared again in the surroundings of Vilaflor that has been maintained intermittently since then (Domínguez Cerdeña et al, 2019).

– Domínguez Cerdeña, I., C. del Fresno and L. Rivera (2011). New insight on the increasing seismicity during Tenerife’s 2004 volcanic reactivation. J. Volcanol. Geotherm. Res. 206, 15-29.
– Domínguez Cerdeña, I., C. del Fresno, E. Díaz, A. Muñoz, R. Rodríguez, J. Domínguez, J. Rueda (2019). Magmatic plumbing system beneath Tenerife traced by seismic activity. American Geophysical Union, Fall Meeting 2019, abstract #V51J-023.
– Sanchez Sanz, C. (2014). Review of the Seismic Catalogue of the Canary Islands. End of Degree Project, E.T.S. Ing. Topography, Geodesy and Cartography, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, 329 pp.

The island of Tenerife is the emerged part of a large pyramid-based volcanic pile that rises from 3,000 m deep to 3,718 m at its highest elevation, the Pico del Teide. The first subaerial volcanic materials of the island emerged about 12 million years ago, on the northern coast of the Anaga peninsula. They were basaltic emissions from large magmatic chambers that formed three separate sectors that probably formed three independent islands: the Anaga peninsula, the Teno peninsula and the Roque del Conde sector.

Anaga represents only the southern half of an island that extended northward, but that marine erosion and successive landslides have made it disappear. The oldest formation is a substratum of basaltic lava injected from many dikes that outcrops in the sector of Taganana. Large strombolian buildings with massive pyroclastic cones were erected on this substrate, from which basaltic lavas emerged and were piled up leaning, preferably towards the south and southeast, in the upper parts. The Teno peninsula is made up of two large formations: a basaltic lava pile 6.5 Ma slightly inclined towards the west and crossed by many basaltic dikes. A major destructive event caused the sliding of part of this formation and generated a very thick brechoidal deposit (several meters). Massive basaltic flows were emitted over the depression occupied by the breccia in a subhorizontal arrangement. Roque del Conde represents the isolated remains of a building whose dimensions and relationship with the outcrops of the Teno Peninsula are unknown. It is a pile of basaltic flows crossed by few dikes. The whole complex has been surrounded by lava from later periods.

Without solution of continuity with the first basaltic phase, the volcanism moved to the center of the island. 4 Ma and until only 170,000 years ago, successive explosive saline eruptions built several central volcanic buildings that overlapped each other: the Edificios Cañadas. They reached heights of about 4000 m and their emission ele moved from the Llano de Ucanca (SW) to the Montaña Blanca (NE) area. The flanks extended beyond the current coastline to the north and south of the island and progressively covered parts of the ancient massifs of Anaga, Teno and Roque del Conde.

It is known as Building or Dorsal Mountain Range to the elongated relief, with two opposite slopes, linking the massif of Anaga with the Cañadas del Teide. It is made up of a powerful pile of basaltic flows that slope gently towards the coast, on both slopes. Its formation was controlled by one of the three rift axes of the volcanism of Tenerife. On each slope there are two large depressions open to the sea: the valleys of La Orotava and Güimar, formed by large slides whose fragmented deposits form “debris” fans on the sea floor.

The Cañadas buildings collapsed giving rise to a large elliptical structure (16 km of major axis and 10 km of minor axis) probably formed in different phases, and whose current bottom is at an altitude of 2,100 m. It has walls that reach 500 m in height (Guajara’s base). It is an incomplete boiler since the northern wall collapsed and slid into the sea in the Icod de los Vinos landslide. Its place was taken by the post-boiler eruptions that occupied the great depression ( Pico Viejo, El Teide, Salt Domes) and, sometimes, the flows reached the sea, on the north coast.

On many oceanic islands, elongated radial promontories tend to stand out due to rift zones. Rift zones are linear structures of cortical fractures associated with an area of underground extension. In Tenerife there are three main rift axes that begin at the three vertices of the island and converge at a triple point in the central zone, where the Edificios Cañadas and the large Teide-Pico Viejo complex emerged. In the period between 1.0 Ma and 0.5 Ma, and the more recent non-historical ones, several strombolian volcanoes emitted basaltic flows on the NE-SW axis (today inactive) that covered the previous outcrops on both slopes of the ridge. In the NW axis of Teno, today active, the same thing happened as in the previous axis. Many strombolian eruptions emitted a large amount of basaltic flows on both sides of the slope covering part of the old Teno Massif and previous emissions from Cañadas. Finally, in the third NS axis, two large strombolian cone fields covered part of the slopes of Cañadas and the old Roque del Conde massif. In this axis there is an intense seismic activity in the head of the volcanic field, near Vilaflor.

The volcanic resurgence in the interior of the Caldera de Las Cañadas, returns to where the emission centers of the Cañadas Buildings were. The result of greater dimensions is the so-called Teide-Pico Viejo Complex, a set of compound stratovolcanoes. The Teide is a stratovolcano of basanites and mafic phonolites that rises to 3,718 m and is crowned by a crater with fumarolic activity. Pico Viejo is another 3,134 m high stratovolcano composed of basalts and basanites. It has the biggest crater of the whole archipelago and in its SW slope an eruptive fissure was opened in 1798 that caused the eruption of the Chahorra volcano. Nowadays it is an active zone of recurrent seismicity. The historical eruptions are of small dimensions and, most of them located in the NW axis of Teno.

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Ole Tropical Tenerife is located in a quiet area of ​​Playa de Las Americas, close to the city center and a twenty minute drive from Tenerife South International Airport. All rooms and suites of the hotel are located in one large building. The design of the rooms is made in juicy yellow-orange tones that enhance mood, invigorate and create a sense of celebration. Each room has a balcony or terrace and a small kitchen.

On the territory of Ole Tropical there are two outdoor pools, heated in the cool season. It will take no more than ten minutes to walk to the city beach with unique gray sand of volcanic origin.

For supporters of outdoor activities, there are tennis courts, a fitness room with modern exercise equipment and a playground where you can play volleyball, basketball and mini-football. A short drive away is the Golf Las Americas club with a large eighteen-hole course.

One of the restaurants, Ole Tropical Tenerife, operates in a buffet format, offering English and continental breakfasts in the mornings, and themed dinners in the evenings. At La Spiga, open from October to April, you can enjoy not only delicious dishes, but also performances by the local band Tropical. The Palapa Pool Bar is very popular with vacationers for delicious snacks, cold drinks and cocktails, daily entertainment shows and live music concerts

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  Tenerife

  Tenerife is a piece of paradise in the Canary Islands archipelago, whose unique nature and rich cultural life attract tourists from all over the world. Tenerife has a favorable climate, which is characterized by warmth and mildness throughout the calendar year. In addition, without a doubt, we can say that the landscape of the island is truly exceptional. Here is the highest point in all of Spain – the Teide volcano. The island of Tenerife is divided by an array of mountains, and the picturesque valleys and sandy beaches will leave a lasting impression on even the most sophisticated travelers.

  Tenerife is one of the places, planning a trip to which you can be absolutely sure of the comfort of your rest. It is possible to get to the island by flight from Moscow without transfers or with a preliminary stop in Malta or Mallorca. Holidays on the island will be interesting and rich for both lovers of a relaxing pastime and lovers of noisy fun. Secluded walks along the mountain slopes, excursions to remarkable places famous for their centuries-old history, or parties and colorful carnivals – the choice of recreation in Tenerife is up to you.

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  The picturesque nature of Tenerife, along with a well-maintained restaurant and entertainment industry, makes tourists carefully plan their vacation in advance in order to have time to see as many unique places as possible. We invite you to get acquainted with the most interesting sights of the island and draw up your plan of activities for an unforgettable vacation. …

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  Tenerife Top Attractions

  Pueblo Chico Miniature Park

  Six step pyramids

  Aqualand Water Park

  Jungle Park

  Teide National Wildlife Park

  Mask Village

  Auditorium Tenerife

  Teide Volcano

  Loro Park

  Las Americas Golf Club

  Tenerife: excursions and activities

  An excursion to Mount Teide will be a truly memorable event. You can get to the lift leading to the tops of the volcano by rented car, bus, taxi or walking with a guide. The winding mountain path leading up to the cable car will offer many magnificent views in itself. You will see the most beautiful valleys and famous landscapes captured in famous science fiction films. A funicular ride will offer unforgettable views of the slopes of the mountains, unique trees growing only here and the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean. Further, on foot, you can follow to the observation deck and see the splendor of the island of Tenerife from a bird’s eye view. The cost of the tour for adults will be about 50 euros, for children from two to twelve years old – about 25 euros.

  Having made a excursion to Aqualand , you will visit one of the largest water parks on the island of Tenerife. A distinctive feature of this place is that rest here will appeal not only to adults. The presence of small slides and shallow pools with constantly heated water will delight the smallest travelers. The Dolphinarium, located on the territory of Aqualand, regularly holds bright show programs that are not inferior in scale and number of spectators to the performances of Loro Park. The entrance to the dolphin show is included in the total price of the ticket to the water park and is about 22 euros. The cost of tickets for children from 4 to 12 years old will be about 16 euros.

  If you don’t like passive contemplative relaxation and you are a lover of energetic pastime, excursion to Maska Gorge will surely turn out to be one of your brightest adventures. The starting stop will be in the town of Puerto Santiago, where you can relax on the black, volcanic sand beach. After a beach holiday, you will climb the mountains, where you can see the traces of the last volcanic eruption. Then you will make a descent into the gorge, trails to the village of Maska. The cost of the tour will be about 56-58 euros; for children from 5 to 10 years old – about 26 euros.

  You can see the battles of the knights, taste the dishes and wines of those times, having been on an excursion to San Miguel Castle. The cost of the tour for adults will be about 40 euros, for children – about 20 euros.

  In addition to walking tours, while relaxing on the island of Tenerife, you can also take boat trips . A trip along the Atlantic Ocean along the coast of the island can be done on a catamaran or speedboat. In addition to admiring the views, you can take part in fishing. In the waters of the ocean near the island of Tenerife there is a huge number of species of fish, and perhaps the perfect catch will be an amazing discovery for you. The cost of a sea excursion will be about 35 euros for adults and about 19euro for children.

  History of Tenerife

  The island of Tenerife was formed tens of millions of years ago. As geologists read, Tenerife, like other islands of the archipelago, is of volcanic origin. According to this scientific version, the island was formed due to several powerful eruptions of the Teide volcano, now located in the central part of Tenerife. Some …

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  The climate in Tenerife

  The whole year is favorable for recreation on the island of Tenerife, as the climate here is even and stable. The deviation of temperatures during the year from the average is minimal – the winter months on the island are not excessively cold, and in the summer you will not tire of the heat.

  The temperature in Tenerife during the year varies from 19 to 21 degrees Celsius in winter and up to 28°C in summer. See the weather in Tenerife for months. The climate of the island is recognized as one of the most favorable in the world. Temperature conditions and excellent ecological conditions allow you to improve your well-being and restore health in case of diseases of various body systems.

  Tenerife: entertainment and active holidays

  On the island of Tenerife you can find many active and even extreme sports. Windsurfing, scuba diving, canoeing – whatever water sport you choose, you will certainly discover the diversity of the Atlantic Ocean near the island of Tenerife. So, even while surfing, you can often see a flock of whales or dolphins.

  The unique landscape allows you to discover new peaks to the fullest extent by climbing or to go through paths of extraordinary beauty by participating in orienteering. In addition, a trip along the mountain slopes can be made by bicycle. All the necessary equipment for both sea and land sports can be rented from local shops.

  Transport features Tenerife

  Getting around Tenerife will not be a problem, because there are many types of transport on the island. There is a taxi service here. It is best to get from the airport to the booked room where you will be staying with this type of transportation. The cost for 1 km will be about 1 euro. After ten in the evening, the cost of a taxi will increase by approximately 20%.

  Arrive at the desired point on the island of Tenerife as soon as possible by helicopter or plane, having made an internal flight. This service is called “air taxi” here.