TENERIFE
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Gently caressed by the Gulf Stream and with a beautifully warm climate all year round, it's little wonder that Tenerife is visited by literally millions of British holidaymakers every year. Thankfully there's plenty of space so you won't feel crowded!
Like the rest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife was created by tremendous volcanic activity around three million years ago. The massive cone of thelast volcano, Mount Teide, remainsone of Tenerife's most impressivesights, its awe-inspiring landscapes forming the dramatic location for the 'Star Wars' movie.
Tenerife's most popular resorts lie along its south coast and have been built around the needs of the holidaymaker. This includes close access from most hotels to the excellent clean beaches, with a plethora of shops, bars, cafes, restaurants and nightlife all within easy walking distance. Many of the resorts on the south coast such as Las Americas, Los Cristianos and Adeje are joined by a wide miles-long and mostly flat boulevard. This hugs the coast on one side and is bordered by open-air cafes and restaurants on the other, creating a most attractive walkway.
As you might expect from such a popular tourist destination, Tenerife is brimming with special family attractions, including Loro Parque - a fantastic wildlife park - and daily excursions to view whales and dolphins playing in the coastal bays. The beautiful interior of the island and more rugged north coast are also a nature lover's dream. |
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