Travel Guide Tenerife
Of the Spanish archipelago off the coast of West Africa, Tenerife is the largest island, but also the highest since it is home to the Teide, the highest point inSpain, whose peak reaches 3,718 meters. Several million visitors come here every year to hike in the natural park surrounding the volcano, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It must be said that Tenerife is favored by half of the travelers - mainly Europeans looking for the mild African climate in the heart of winter - visiting the archipelago, because of the varied tourist offer: hiking, surfing, lounging, diving, whale and dolphin watching, fishing, canyoning, climbing, paragliding ... Santa-Cruz de Tenerife, capital of the island and capital of the autonomous community of the Canaries, together with Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, is a modern and cosmopolitan city full of good restaurants and shopping, known for its carnival. But the Tenerife tourist guide will also take you to the four corners of the island-volcano, from La Laguna (UNESCO world heritage) and its picturesque villages such as La Orotava, Masca or Garachico, to the massifs of L'Anaga and Teno, in the north-west of the island, with their laurel forests, steep cliffs and black sand beaches. Whatever the season, it is always a good idea to visit Tenerife.
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When to go to Tenerife? In the Canary Islands, there is no low season as such because the weather is good all year round and temperatures oscillate between 20 and 30°C. However, the volcanic island tends to receive more visitors in summer, from May to October: the sun is at its best, the sea winds are fresh, and the water temperature does not fall below 20°C. As a result, the beaches are very crowded. The best time to go to Tenerife is, without a doubt, from November to April, because when our landscapes get cold, those of the Canaries are still basking in the sun. The event of the year is of course the carnival, even if it only lasts three days! The Santa Cruz de Tenerife carnival, declared of international tourist interest, is the second most important in the world after Rio de Janeiro. The festivities end with the traditional burial of the sardine, a fish that is burned around a good table. This event starts every year on a different date, in January, February or March. When to go to Tenerife? All year round!
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In the Canary Islands and Tenerife, the cost of living is lower than in Western Europe. Accommodation and travel will certainly be the main expenses, although staying in the cheapest hotels and using public transport will help. Local restaurants are very affordable. In general, with a little bit of foresight and planning, a stay in Tenerife is not very expensive.
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A well-known tourist destination for travel agencies, Tenerife is an island that will meet the expectations of different types of travelers. The tours and packages offered are consequently numerous and varied, generally combining flight and accommodation, as well as certain activities. Sportsmen, couples, families looking for tranquility under the sun... Consult the offers of the providers in order to identify the formula that suits you best!
From continental Europe, the average price of a return flight to Tenerife varies, depending on the season and the time of booking, between 150 and 400 €. Since Tenerife is in Spain, it is worth noting that flights from Barcelona or Madrid are often much cheaper, sometimes justifying a stopover. For accommodation, booking in advance often ensures good savings.
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- Parc National Du Teide
- San Cristóbal De La Laguna
- Massif De L'Anaga
- La Orotava
- Anaga
- Puerto De La Cruz
- Garachico
- Los Gigantes
- Buenavista Del Norte
- Santa Cruz De Tenerife
- Vilaflor
- Güimar
- Granadilla De Abona
- Icod De Los Vinos
- Las Cuevecitas
- Candelaria
- Las Caletillas
- Puerto De Santiago
- San Isidro
- Los Abrigos
- Playa De Las Américas
- Los Cristianos
- Santa Ursula
- Carretera Dorsal
- Taganana
- El Portllo
- Masca
- Benijo
- Costa Adeje
- Guía De Isora