The Canaries

Located off the coast of Africa, the Canary Islands consist of seven islands. Three of these islands, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Tenerife are Europe’s top winter sun destinations and one of the most popular choice for all year round family holidays.

With an average of 4 days rain per year, clear blue skies, family orientated resorts and excellent tourist attractions, it is easy to see why visitors return to The Canaries year after year.

Each of the islands has their own unique landscape and amazing historical sites rising from the volcanic activity in this area dating back to 200BC. The Canaries are renowned for their golden beaches, excellent accommodation, a great range of cuisine, outdoor activities and unique tourist attractions.

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Canary Islands Villas – Attractions & Regions of Interest

Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria offers a diverse range of beaches glistening in the warm sun mixed with rugged, lunar landscapes to the north. The majority of resorts are located around the south coast where the coastline is also brimming with charming fishing villages, caves, tourist attractions and spectacular views. Going inland and towards the north, there are many routes you can take across the mountains where you will find quieter traditional villages and cave houses that are still inhabited today.

The capital city of Las Palmas is a shopper’s delight offering goods from the designer label to outlet stores and wonderful weekly markets. The island is fast becoming a "wellness "centre with many spa and treatment centers opening in recent years.

Tenerife

The island of Tenerife enjoys a perfect climate of clear skies, warm waters, sun all year and an average of 3 days rain per year in the resort area to the south. The island is a perfect family destination with its golden beaches, huge choice of tourist attractions, natural beauty and quality accommodation. A duty free island, Lanzarote is a shopper’s paradise with major reductions on many items.

A sub-tropical island, you will experience different weather climates and landscapes as you travel around and explore island. To the north you have lush pine trees, snow on the mountains in winter and a feast of flora growing in forest surroundings. To the south enjoy the hot sun, sandy beaches and wonderful resorts all offering all the ingredients required for an excellent vacation destination.

Lanzarote

Lanzarote is an exotic island that has managed to blend the old with the new. Renowned for its family friendly facilities, excellent accommodation and choice of attractions, Lanzarote is a popular all year round holiday destination. With a labyrinth of treasures on offer, many of them orchestrated by the wonderful artist Cesar Manrique. From the lunar landscapes of Timanfaya National Park to the tranquil caves of Jameos del Agua, you will be exhilarated by the natural, unspoilt beauty around the island. The main coastal resorts of Puerto del Carmen, Playa Blanca and Costa Teguise are located around the south and east coast and are surrounded by sun drenched beaches, water sports and excellent restaurants.

Shopping on the island is a pleasure as all of the main resorts have excellent boutiques, shopping malls, hand crafted ceramics and traditional pottery. The islands most renowned market is in the town of Teguise where as well as the usual market fare, you will find expensive antiques, art and jewelry. You will get exceptional value and remember, bargaining is expected.