The coastline of Tenerife is abundant in unspoiled, black sand beaches. Don’t miss these when taking a break on the island. Only a handful of places on earth offer so many of these very special coastal spots. You can reach…
Teide National Park is for many the number one highlight of a visit to Tenerife. Visit here to experience the island’s visually impressive backdrop, see surreal rock formations and explore a lunar, otherworldly landscape. It’s not to be missed, particularly…
Playa de la Arena is located on the west coast of Tenerife, just south of the nearby resorts of Los Gigantes and Puerto de Santiago. Staying in Playa de la Arena gives visitors the chance to explore all three local…
Anaga Rural Park is simply unmissable. This UNESCO Biosphere Reserve offers wild, untamed black sand beaches, soaring mountain peaks, dramatic dark rocks, deep ravines, lush green forest, incredible hiking trails and traditional villages untouched by tourism. Thanks to a cool…
Taganana is a gem of northern Tenerife. It’s a pretty village in a picturesque area, surrounded by unspoiled beaches, rolling vineyards and lush forest. The Anaga mountains also provide a dramatic backdrop. Taganana is a tiny but very pretty village…
Monkey Park in Tenerife is much lesser known than the famous Loro Parque. This animal park isn’t as often offered as a tour, and is rarely mentioned in guidebooks. However, visitors here can have much more contact with the creatures…
Markets in Tenerife sell everything from fake designer wear to the freshest local produce sold by the farmers themselves. You can also buy antiques, accessories, ceramics, handicrafts, vintage goods and much more. There’s an incredible variety of markets in Tenerife.…
With some of the lowest taxes in Europe and a great selection of shopping malls, Tenerife is a major retail destination. Whatever you want – from Armani clothing to locally produced honey, you can find it on the island. Tenerife…
Barraquito is a delicious sweet coffee drink that’s often served in place of dessert. It originated in Tenerife, and is surprisingly simple to recreate at home. Barraquito is the specialty coffee of Tenerife, and an authentic Barraquito recipe is one…
Masca is one of the most beautiful villages in the Canary Islands. Surrounded by mountains and with far-reaching coastal views, this tiny part of Teno Rural Park is just waiting to be discovered. Highlights include a rich local history, the…
