holidays in Tenerife

2:17pm Friday 25th June 2010 in Holiday information

A Taste of Tenerife

Holidays in Tenerife will take you to a cluster of islands off the North West coast of Africa known as the Canaries. Blessed with a glorious sub tropical climate that tops 30 degrees in the summer months and around 19 degrees in the winter Tenerife is a perfect year round holiday destination. People return to this glistening gem year after year partly due to its fantastic climate but mainly because the island has so much to offer all types of holidaymaker whatever their age may be. With an assortment of resorts that range from extra lively on the south of the island to more tranquil and relaxed in the north you are sure to find a resort that suits you perfectly.

With spectacular landscapes dotted with banana plantations and palm trees, traditional whitewashed villages and impressive colonial buildings this is an island that you take to your heart after your very first visit. Many of the beaches are made up of dark volcanic sand which seems to make the calm turquoise waters sparkle even more. Should you really crave golden sands, they too can be found sprinkled around the coastline and are just as beautiful as the others. There are shopping outlets to suit all budgets in Tenerife, ranging from small stores showcasing locally made handicrafts and souvenirs to large department stores brimming with designer labels. The resorts of Santa Cruz and Los Christianos are the place for hardened shoppers to splash their cash with the best shopping facilities on the island.

If you like to explore your base a little or enjoy taking excursions then holidays in Tenerife are perfect as they offer a huge selection of day trips for the whole family to enjoy. Siam Park is Europe's largest water park situated at the south of the island and has regular bus services running from most resorts. With a huge range of slides from sky high scary chutes to toddler splash slides there is enough variation for the whole family to enjoy a day of thrills and spills. The snow capped peaks of Mount Teide is Spain's highest summit towering at 12,198ft. You can enjoy a variety of excursions to this natural magnificence whether it be taking a birds eye view from a hot air balloon or quad biking, or even walking up to its view points. Another great day for the whole family to enjoy is the Loro Parque which is Europe's largest Dolphinarium and hosts a variety of daily shows from sea lions and dolphins and also showcases over 700 parrots as well as a host of other exotic animals.

The cosmopolitan resort of Playa De Las Americas is the place to head for the jumping nightclubs and party atmosphere. This and its neighbour Los Christianos are perfect for the young and lively traveller as well as catering for families and couples. A pretty promenade housing a variety of shops, restaurants and bars makes a lovely afternoon stroll and then lights up for an evening of lively entertainment. White sandy beaches and sparkling seas offer fantastic days of sun worshipping and the enjoyment of various water sports. Puerto De La Cruz in the north of the island offers relaxation amongst stunning surroundings. A glorious stretch of beach with a lush green backdrop invites you to spend your days unwinding below the glistening sunshine taking frequent dips in the tranquil seas to cool off. The resort is popular with street performers entertaining tourists along the pretty streets housing colonial buildings. All of the resorts within Tenerife boast a huge variety of accommodation options that suit the taste and budget of every type of holidaymaker.

This is just a taste of what fun you can enjoy during your holidays in Tenerife and there are so many more resorts and excursions that are available to ensure you have the perfect holiday in the sun.