Tenerife holiday travel

Tenerife is an exciting destination, not only for its gorgeous beaches, but also for its resort town atmosphere. The island is a hot spot for cruise ship stops, as it is one of the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean. It also has a diverse landscape including mountains, volcanic craters, and beaches.

Where to stay – hotels

There are many accommodations in Tenerife because of the fact that it is such a well-liked resort town. Hotels can be found beachside or inland. There are plenty to choose from at all different price ranges. To find a Tenerife hotel that fits your budget, go online.

Different hotels offer different amenities, but there are many that have great swimming pools, fitness centers, restaurants, spas, and more. To see what your choice hotel in Tenerife offers, click here.

Some of Tenerife’s hotels are extremely extravagant and excel at pampering you during your holiday. These are sometimes pricey, but you can usually find a good deal online if you book in advance. More information on Tenerife hotels here.

What to do

The key attraction on Tenerife are its splendid beaches. The best ones are probably at Playa Las Americas and around Los Cristianos. Many water activities are also on offer here if you get tired of sunbathing and swimming.

There are several areas of the island that are worth exploring. Puerto de la Cruz is a busy resort with a charming old town still retaining its working atmosphere. Las Lonjas is a cobbled pedestrian street, one of the city’s most picturesque spots. The Casa de Miranda, the Ventosa tower, the 16th century church of San Francisco and San Juan, and the 17th century Royal Customs house are all worth a visit if for no other reason than to see their unique architecture.

La Laguna, the old capital, is in the beautiful Aguere valley. It also has some great museums that inform tourists about the island’s history. The most outstanding buildings in this town are the Cathedral, the Santo Domingo Church, and the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Concepción.

What to see – by car hire

A hire car is almost a necessity on the island. To get from town to town, you should rely on your own transportation. There are also attractions on the other nearby islands that are connected by ferries. You can reserve a Tenerife hire car here.

There is much to see on Tenerife by hire car. The Villa de la Orotava lies in a banana plantation valley, with interesting old architecture. The Orotava mountains are a hiker’s paradise as is the Cañadas del Teide, a protected National Park area.

The Parque Nacional de las Cañadas del Teide includes an enormous volcanic crater which is popular for tourists to visit. It is also possible to hop on a ferry from the port of Los Cristianos to San Sebastian, the capital of La Gomera. On La Gomera, you can drive by hire car to a beautiful national park called Laurisilva, where you can walk through a misty forest. For more information on Tenerife car hire, click here.