Every year, thousands of Brits descend descend upon the Canary Islands, choosingholidays to Tenerife. The largest of the Canary Islands, it is located off the coast of Northwest Africa and is one of the most popular tourist spots in the world due to its magnificent extinct volcanoes and perfect beaches. It is undeniably one of the best places to relax and enjoy a well-deserved holiday.
The longer you spend onholidays to Tenerife, the more you will find to do. Why not spend a day taking in the charming towns along the coast, shopping and enjoying some traditional Spanish tapas in the town centre, and then spend the evening exploring the magnificent Los Gigantes, the steep cliffs that rise from the ocean along a good portion of the Tenerife coastline.
Some of the best beaches in the world can be found in Tenerife. Many magnificent man-made beaches with sand pumped up from the seabed or brought in from the Sahara can be found, but the magnificent natural beaches consisting of black sand from the volcanoes on the island are a real sight to behold. On the West coast, Playa de la Arena offers plenty of restaurants, bars, and typical beach services. Playa del Roque on the east coast is perfect for those who love to surf with its beautiful ocean views and strong winds.
Many of the the beaches are located near main resorts in the area such as Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos. Playas de Troya, located in Playa de las Americas is Tenerife’s most famous beach. It is located in the centre of town and is a perfect spot for water sports, with a wide selection of restaurants and bars on hand after a hard days surfing.
Playa de las Americas is generally more popular with young visitors onTenerife holidays. with British pubs, pizza, fish and chips and fast food restaurants for those who fancy a taste of home, there is a real international influence at this resort. The town comes alive at night with some top clubs in town providing the entertainment. There are plenty of self-catering or bed and breakfast style accommodations like the Paraiso del Sol apartments at Play de las Americas.
The resort area of Los Cristianos is an area that offers plenty of activities. Not only does it have two beautiful beaches, but also from the harbour you can take fishing trips, relaxing pleasure cruises, glass bottom boat rides, and diving trips. Older crowds and families tend to populate this area, but it still has its share of pubs and nightlife. If you’re looking for some self-catered accommodation though, Places like Castle Harbour Apartment are perfect for the whole family.
AquaPark Octupus, near Los Cristianos is a great place to take the whole family and enjoy some fund activities such as dolphin shows, a childrens area, and a wide array of water rides, pools, slides, restaurants, and shops. If you fancy a day away from the crowds though, take a drive to Barranco del Inferno, Hells Gorge, and take a walk through the luxurious green ravine in southern Tenerife.
No matter how you spend your days, you will be sure to leave your Tenerife holiday feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.