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It’s not just the year-round sunshine that makes holidays to the Canary Islands so popular – it’s also the sand dunes, the volcanoes, and the cutting-edge art.
Black and gold
With award-winning beaches, whitewashed towns, and knockout scenery, it’s easy to see why the Canaries are so popular. Floating off the west coast of Africa, these Spanish islands are an exotic blend of two continents. Think sweeping sand dunes, dramatic mountains and tropical forests. You can unroll your towel on a golden beach, swim in a black-sand bay, and hike up a volcano – all in one day.
A tale of two islands
As part of your cruise and stay holiday, you can book a retreat in Gran Canaria or Tenerife. If you’re taking the kids, Blue Flag beaches and family-friendly attractions mean that Tenerife’s Costa Adeje and Maspalomas in Gran Canaria are the best options. Meanwhile, the sleepy town of Puerto de la Cruz in Tenerife has a cute harbour and a long stretch of sand. Or you could stay in Gran Canaria’s quiet spot, Meloneras, for traditional streets and delicious seafood.
Mount Teide
In the centre of Tenerife, you’ll find the world’s third-largest volcano and the highest mountain in Spain. Over 3,700 metres tall, Mount Teide towers above the rest of the island. You can walk the National Park trails, or take the cable car to the top for spectacular views. Surrounded by other-worldly scenery of hardened lava and deep craters, this place is the backdrop for several classic sci-fi movies.
Desert dunes
Stretching from Maspalomas to the ocean, Gran Canaria’s sand dunes are an impressive sight to behold. The sea breeze means this Saharan-like landscape constantly changes shape, so the white dunes will never be the same twice. Wander across the undulating sands, or travel by camel for a better view.
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Choose from a selection of cruises that you can combine with a stay in this destination
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- Scale Mount Teide in Tenerife
- Watch the kite surfers from Parque Natural de Corralejo’s 10-kilometre beach
- Follow the Cesar Manrique trail in Lanzarote
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WHEN TO GO
Thanks to their proximity to Africa, the Canary Islands are the ultimate year-round destination. In the summer months, daily highs often top the mid-30s, and rainfall is practically non-existent. The winter months, from December to March, are a bit cooler, but you’re still looking at average temperatures of 18 degrees. You might want to bring a jacket for the evenings, though, especially if you’re headed to Lanzarote, which can get pretty windy. It’s also worth bearing in mind that if you’re going to Tenerife, and want to hike Mount Teide, snowfall can sometimes close the mountain in the height of winter.
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Top up your tan at Cura Beach
Compare Cura Beach with the island’s busiest sunbathing spots, and you’ll see they’re like chalk and cheese. You won’t find…
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Hike into the Garajonay National Park
Hikes launch from the foot of the valley of Valle Gran Rey, and head towards the UNESCO-listed Garajonay National Park. The…
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Follow in the footsteps of Christopher Columbus
In the 15th century, Christopher Columbus supposedly visited La Gomera before sailing across the Atlantic. History fans will…
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Take a selfie with a lemur at the Oasis Park Zoo
If you’ve already got loads of holiday snaps with your family, why not head to the Oasis Park Zoo where you can take selfies…
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Try traditional tapas at a beachfront eatery
Costa Calma’s restaurants are spread throughout the town. Some are pulled up against the seafront, while others are tucked…
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