Tenerife is the most visited island in the Canary Archipelago and for good reason. This charming island has an incredible variety of landscapes and activities to do.
Tenerife, also called “the island of eternal spring” has an ideal climate all year round with mild temperatures and the sun shines in all seasons.
When everyone else is freezing in Europe during winter, you can be swimming in some of the best beaches in Europe!
The island is an idyll with a remarkable variety of geographic options—from other-worldly desert landscapes to lush green mountains to stunning seascapes— you could imagine yourself in any of thousands of locations around the globe without ever stepping off this captivating island.
- Average daily temperature: 75˚F
- Area: 785 mi
- 3,000 hours of sunlight per year (Miami: 2,903 hours)
- Nearly 250 miles of coastline
- 43 miles of beaches
- 48% of island protected natural areas
- 800+ local species of flora and fauna
- Modern transportation system
- Two airports, flights to 150+ cities around the world
- Two international cruise ports
- Two UNESCO World Heritage sites
The heart of the Canary Islands
Located off the coast of Southwest Spain, Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands and boasts the highest peak in Spain – Mt. Teide. The volcano divides the island in two, the Cultural North and the Bustling South. In the lush and tropical north end of the island, you will find Spanish colonial cities such as the UNESCO World Heritage City, La Laguna and the fishing village of Garachico.
When traveling to the South you will find golden sand beaches and vibrant coastal towns. The island’s varied landscape offers a plethora of options for the adventurer. From beach to forest, explore banana plantation-filled valleys, marvel at lunar landscapes, hike through beautiful caverns or try your hand at windsurfing.
The four separate microclimates on the island allow for a varied and diverse number of activities and experiences. Despite the distinct and exotic terrain, you can still travel from one side of the island to the other in less than an hour. At 1265 square miles in size, Tenerife boasts nearly 250 miles of coastline and some 43 miles of beaches!
Tenerife’s rich culture is heavily influenced by Spain and the Guanches’ culture (the indigenous tribe who originally inhabited the island). Spanish is the official and primary language of Tenerife, Canary Islands, however, all resorts and many tourist destinations maintain English accommodations. This makes it easy to navigate the island for the English-speaking traveller.
Things to do:
- Dolphin & Whale Watching: Of the world’s 79 species of dolphins and whales, 21 live near Tenerife, Canary Islands, including permanent colonies of pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins. All live just three miles off the coast year-round.
- Mount Teide: One of Tenerife’s national treasures is Teide National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Looming large over this surreal landscape is Mount Teide, Spain’s highest peak at 12,198 feet above sea level.
- Arts & Culture: Tenerife’s Spanish heritage dates back to the 15th century, and is home to historical towns, architecture, and sites.
- Spa & Wellness: Not only do Tenerife’s natural assets give you energy and vitality but a visit to one of the spas, located across the Island, allows time for relaxation. A trip to a spa gives you time to switch off and forget about the daily routine and feel renewed both in body and mind.
- Food & Wine: Visit Tenerife’s world-famous vineyards to learn the vintner’s art while enjoying a meal in an exceptional setting. A volcanic territory may not seem ideal for agriculture, but it is, in fact, extremely fertile land.
- Golf: Blessed with dramatic mountain and seascapes and enhanced by a near-perfect climate, Tenerife in the Canary Islands is a year-round golfer’s paradise
- Adventure Sports: The crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean around Tenerife and the Canary Islands are filled with a rich diversity of marine life, making for an undersea paradise for the veteran diver to the first-timer.
- Hiking: Tenerife boasts 43 protected nature areas, comprising a stunning 48% of the Island. Hike the hundreds of miles of posted trails and enjoy the view. The Laurel Forests are a lush relic of the past. El Acantilado de Los Gigantes—“The Giant Cliffs”—soar 2000 feet overhead.
This October half term, we recommend:
Paradise Park Fun Lifestyle Hotel (4 star)
Los Cristianos, Canary Islands
- Board: Half board
- Flying From: London Stansted
- 7 Nights: Sun 22 Oct 2023
- Passengers: 2 Adults, 1 Room
- Baggage: 22Kg Allowance
- Per Person From £1,030 Was £1,055
Want to discover your very own slice of paradise? This Los Cristianos beauty knows a thing or two about looking good. Think colour-popping décor, a palm-fringed pool scene and contemporary rooms here at the hilltop Paradise Park Fun Lifestyle Hotel.
That’s on top of the fabulous family facilities, including two children’s clubs, a mini-disco and a special kids’ section in the buffet restaurant. There’s also plenty of entertainment on offer throughout the day and night for both the little ones and the adults!
But the star of the show here must be the rooftop terrace with its own pool, which is exclusively for adults only.
- 100m from the nearest bars and restaurants. 1.2km from Los Cristianos resort centre and the beach. Complimentary bus to Los Cristianos resort centre six days a week.
- Main buffet restaurant serving breakfast and evening meals. A la carte restaurant. Two bars. Three pool bars.
- Spa complex with treatment rooms*. Gym. Games facilities*. Hotel-run kids club (4-12yrs). Frequent evening entertainment. Resort Flight Check-in available at this hotel (morning service only).
- 5 swimming pools; 3 are heated in winter and 2 are adult-only pools.
*Local charges apply. We endeavour to show you images of the actual room described however, this may not always be possible; actual view and/or room size or layout may vary e.g. you may not see an image of a sea view or garden view in the image but you will have the option of booking your preferred view when selecting your preferences.
Flight information:
Going Out: London Stansted to Reina Sofia: Depart: Sunday 22 Oct 2023 at 14:55 Arrive: Sunday 22 Oct 2023 at 19:25| Flight Duration: 4 hrs 30 mins
Coming Back: Reina Sofia to London Stansted: Depart: Sunday 29 Oct 2023 at 20:25 Arrive: Monday 30 Oct 2023 at 00:55 | Flight Duration: 4 hrs 30 mins
This holiday, along with thousands of others, are available to book via our website or in our Chelmsford or Braintree Branch.
