This week a handful of 'signs' online quite clearly led to the same topic – the difference between resorts in the south, predominantly the main southern trio of Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas, and Costa Adeje compared with Puerto de la Cruz.
This week a handful of 'signs' online quite clearly led to the same topic – the difference between resorts in the south, predominantly the main southern trio of Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas, and Costa Adeje compared with Puerto de la Cruz.
The other reference which has me doing a Roger Moore impression is when anyone uses Tenerife's wildlife as a potential attraction.
El Muñeco de Nieve may not actually be the ugliest, but it was recently voted as being in the top 20 ugly roundabouts in Spain.
Anyone who has been to a Tenerife fiesta will no doubt have experienced traditional folk music first hand, it's an essential ingredient.
La Gomera and Gran Canaria are best for stepping from the door of rural hotels and onto walking trails, whereas La Palma remains the purest Canary Island as far as we're concerned - Tenerife offers the most diversity.
Generally speaking, there are some areas where, for the same standards and quality we're used to in restaurants in many other parts of Tenerife, there's a premium to pay.
Although the road bringing most visitors to Puerto runs right past Casa El Viejito, not many will pass it on foot. The few folk who do register the old casa might casually wonder what it is.
We’re currently working on a Slow Travel project which involves writing about various destinations around Europe. This includes mentioning highlights in specific locations. Where cities are concerned, a museum or two tends to be among the attractions. It got me thinking about Tenerife museums, especially as a press release from Tenerife Turismo about the Eco...
There are some general rules when it comes to traditional Tenerife cuisine, like coastal areas are better for fish whereas inland towns and villages are the places to go for grilled meats and hearty stews. But some areas have quite specific foods linked to them.
The Midsummer's Eve San Juan beach parties on Tenerife act as the green light for summer to start in earnest. From that point there's a noticeable change in atmosphere.