Canary Islands holidays: Travel advice

Considering an island holiday far away with crystal blue waters? Canary Islands holidays have become a popular hot spot for travellers seeking out both adventure and solitude.

Located only 100km away from Africa, these islands span the outskirts of Spain. The currents surrounding each island are deep rooted in sea faring history, which makes these islands full of culture.

Before you sink your toes into the sand, or book your cheap flight for that matter, consider planning out your trip to the islands. By planning your holiday and doing some research, you can find things in the Canaries that you might enjoy most.

Consider different ways you can explore the various parts of the islands while enjoying yourself or ways to be more adventurous then usual. Perhaps you and your family might enjoy learning how to drive a motorcycle around the countryside? Or if you want to see different kinds of wildlife, book a snorkelling trip!

If you or your kids love animals, many tour groups give you the opportunity to swim with different types of sea creatures. This type of activity is great for the little ones. They will love playing with sea lions and getting the chance to get up close!

Maybe you don’t want to get that near to the wildlife but prefer watching them at arms length. In this case, you should consider booking a boat cruise for the day. These cruises allow you to watch dolphins and whales, and many boat trips will pass through scenic coves and give you the chance to swim around and play.

With all your swimming and sun, don’t forget to enjoy the local cuisine! Travelling tip; anything grown from a location will always be more fresh and delicious. When choosing from the menus pick dishes that contain local fruit and vegetables.

Away from all the beaches there are vast banana plantations. These bananas add a sweet touch to any meal. The fish used in each Spanish dish is always fresh since it is caught in the coastal waters.

Every trip to the Canary Islands is different, depending on who you are and what you most enjoy. If you are with your friends, a lover or have an entire family you will find something to suit your stay. So grab your bathing suit, snorkel and sandals to begin your adventure!