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Islands Featured Hotels / Rural
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Private
Tours in the Canary Islands / Self-Catering
in the Canary Islands
Canary Islands Travel
Guide:
Family
holidays in the Canary Islands
Holidays
in Tenerife - The Paradise Island
Fuerteventura
Holidays - for an amazing Canary Holiday
Lanzarote
Holidays - the Volcanic Canary Island
Scuba
diving in the Canary Islands guide
The
Most Popular Canary Islands
Family
holidays in the Canary Islands by David
The Spanish Canary islands
off the coast of North Africa are a fantastic location and family holidays
in the Canary Islands are especially popular. The Spanish love children
and Gran Canaria and Tenerife in particular are heavily geared towards
family tourism. If you want a full family day out there are theme parks,
animal parks and nature reserves aplenty in North and South Tenerife and
in Southern Gran Canaria.
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to combine an interesting sightseeing trip for the adults along with something
for the kids to do! However in the Canaries there are plenty of activities
and attractions to entertain both young and old.
Even
the hotels and Tenerife
restaurants are mostly "child friendly" and lay on suitable entertainment
for kids even in the early evenings and the Spanish love of festivities
and parades can be a good (and free) source of entertainment for the family
if you time your holiday well, there are tons of fiestas during the summer
months and many carnivals during the winter in January and February.
Safaris There are
plenty of stables offering rides for children in holiday resorts but in
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There are two main centres
on Gran Canaria near Fataga and another in Tenerife at El Tanque.
Waterparks The waterparks
in Gran Canaria might not be up to Mr Disney's standards, but never the
less can provide almost as much fun for adults and kids and are much closer
than Florida! Maspalomas on Gran Canaria has Aqualand and the smaller
Oceanpark and there is another Aqualand on Teneri near Playas de las Americas.
Watersports If your
kids are old enough to take part in watersports activities there are many
centres offering tuition in everything from snorkeling and scuba diving
to rides on the "water bananas" ( inflatables pulled behind a speedboat).
For younger kids the old family favourite of pedalos are also freely available
for hire.
Wildlife There are
several bird and wildlife parks along with nature reserves on the islands,
the biggest and best of which has to be the Loro Parque at Puerto de la
Cruz on Tenerife. Second in popularity is the bird and butterfly park on
Gran Canaria called Palmitos Parque. Young boys in particular will also
love Reptilandia at Galdar which specialises in insects and creepy crawlies!
Theme parks Holiday
world is perhaps the nearest thing the Canaries have to the theme parks
of Florida, based just outside Maspolamas on Gran Canaria this is the first
and biggest of the Canary islands theme parks and has conventional thrill
rides for older kids along with more sedate attractions for toddlers.
Mount Teide A fantastic
day out for all the family is riding to the summit of Teide in a cable
car, the car ascends from 2356m to 3555m in just 8 minutes and the weather
at the top of the dormant volcano of Mount Teide can be very different
from the traditional Canaries weather along the coast, snow frequently
falls here in winter. Be aware that you will need prior permission to visit
the actual crater of the volcano itself which is a short (163m) walk from
the El Teleferico cable car station.
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Private
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Holidays - the Volcanic Canary Island
Lanzarote
Featured Hotels
Situated in the eastern corner
of Canary Island, Lanzarote is an exciting Spanish island with lot to offer
for a good holiday. The southern part of Lanzarote is dominated with magnificent
volcanoes, formed by 18th century old eruptions. The island has beaches,
volcanoes, water activities, amazing resorts, sparkling nightlife, delicious
cuisines and many other recreation facilities to make your holiday in Lanzarote
a happening one.
Following are some of the
famous tourist attractions to be visited when holidaying in Lanzarote:
Timanfaya
Holiday in Lanzarote is incomplete
without a visit to the volcanic zone or the volcanoes, also known as Fire
Mountain. In year 1968 the Parque National de Timanfaya was declared as
a national park, which is today a major tourist attraction for all the
foreign tourists and visitors. The area also has amazing camel ride which
takes tourists and visitors to the hill. Due to heavy crowd of visitors
and tourists on a holiday in Lanzarote, the place also has delicacy of
delicious and grilled food served at renowned El Diablo restaurant at the
peak of the hill.
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Designed and planned by Cesar
Manrique, El Jardin del cactus garden brings an elegant collection of around
1000 different cactus species. The variety of cacti selection was chosen
by Estanislo Gonzales Ferrer, Botanist.
Fundación César
Manrique
This foundation of renowned
artist Cesar Manrique is usually visited by a large number of tourists
every day. The foundation is more of a showcase of this eminent artist,
his life and perception. When holidaying in Lanzarote it is important to
acknowledge the artist's and his work, to understand and complement the
appeal of this canary island. |
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Jameos Del Agua
James Del Agua was once an
underground lava bubble which was converted into today's theater and auditorium.
This tourist attraction is a hit among many tourist and visitors holidaying
in Lanzarote. 100 m long and 30m in width, this volcanic bubble is roofless
and has swimming pool, garden along with a bar and dance floor made out
of the rocks of volcano.
Aquapark, Costa Teguise
Holiday in Lanzarote can
be fun with family too. This huge aqua park of Lanzarote brings all the
family fun as its offer water rides, flumes, pools and lots of water. Tourist
and visitors holidaying in Lanzarote often end up at this water park, to
rest and enjoy between their excursions to island's amazing beauty.
Wine museum El Grifo
With over 40,000 tourist
and visitors paying a visit to it every year, El Grifo is the major and
highly admired wine museum. The wine producing region of this island is
worth paying a visit when holidaying in Lanzarote. The museum also has
a monument of Grifo, a work of art by famous Cesar Manrique.
Best time to visit of
holiday in Lanzarote
The best season to visit
Lanzarote would be the months of September and October.
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Holidays - for an amazing Canary Holiday by Luki Johnson
Fuerteventura
Featured Hotels
Fuerteventura is second major
Canary Island and offers remarkable Spanish experiences, if considering
it as your holiday destination. The island has really long beaches and
is known for its cuisine, natural environment and lots of striking tourist
attractions.
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things to do when holidaying in Fuerteventura:
Spanish Finca
This countryside is not a
big attraction but can be visited when holidaying in Fuerteventura for
the delicacies like sauces, jams and cheese, local Craft ware and Aloe
Vera. From amazing flowers, abundant plants to marvelous scenery, this
attraction is worth paying a visit.
Betancuria
Capital of Fuerteventura,
this part of the island is really small, but has remarkable archeological
and history rich structures and museums, for those interesting holiday
in Fuerteventura.
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This tourist attraction
is spread across the area of 50000 square metre and also supports a botanical
garden, as well as a zoo. Tourist and visitors can also enjoy their holiday
in Fuerteventura, with the amazing camel safari and stunning views from
up hills.
El Museo de La Alcogida
El Museo de La Alcogida is
an open-air museum presenting the essence of rural and rustic village culture
and life. The show puts forward humble and self effacing farmers, craftsmen
and houses of old times, worth making it a superb tourist attraction. The
museum can also be visited for experiencing the low-ceilinged and shady
café-bar, when on a holiday in Fuerteventura.
Casa Santa María
inside Museo Artesanía
This picture perfect restaurant
surrounded with parasols, laurel trees, bougainvillea, and cactus garden
and citrus trees. This restaurant is a tourist attraction in itself as
it helps tourist and visitors unwind, when on holidaying in Fuerteventura.
Some of the delicacy you can relish in this place include home made cakes
and wines, Lanzarote smoke salmon and sizzling pork fillet. Best way to
enjoy a great holiday in Fuerteventura is to have its local cuisine.
Islote de Lobos Nature
Reserve
This tourist attraction is
a natural reserve and is quite admired by tourist and visitors holidaying
in Fuerteventura. Many people simply visit this reserve for tranquility,
abundance of natural beauty, peace of mind and lots of recreation. The
easy way to reach this attraction is via a boat ride from the land of Corralejo.
Islote de Lobos does not just offers freshness and calmness, but also has
breathtaking views to capture.
La Lajita Zoo
Located at the eastern coastal
rural community of La Lajita, this zoo is perfect way to enjoy family time
when holidaying in Fuerteventura. From small animals, camel safaris, horse
rides, a parrot show, palm trees to a beautiful bar, this tourist attraction
offers a lot.
Best time to visit of
holiday in Fuerteventura
It is believed that the best
time for a holiday in Fuerteventura is between November and February, because
of less heat and not much of rain.
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Apartamentos
Costa Tropical Fuerteventura
Situated only one kilometer
from the beach of Playa del Castillo on the spectacular island of Fuerteventura
in the Canary Islands. At Apartamentos Costa Tropical you will enjoy
the beautiful, unique scenery of Fuerteventura, and the relaxed atmosphere
that has made the Canary Islands so popular. You can soak up the sun by
the apartments swimming pool, and when the heat gets too much, unwind with
a cool drink at the pool side bar. Rooms: 143 |
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Elba
Palace Golf Fuerteventura
The Elba Palace Golf provides
relaxation, tranquillity and exceptional civilised living in the midst
of a stunning golf course on the beautiful island of Fuerteventura.
The island itself has many attractions: pristine beaches, rugged peaks,
deserted sand dunes, quaint fishing villages, grand colonial mansions –
and a sward of green: the Juan Caterineau-designed par-70 golf course.
Right in the middle is the Elba Palace Golf, a stately mansion built round
tree-lined courtyards. Enjoy drinks and snacks round the free-form
swimming pool, or designer haute cuisine and noble wines in the restaurant,
one of the best on the island. Lavishly appointed bedrooms have huge bathrooms
and balconies overlooking the golf course or the sea. |
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Gran Canaria
227 room hotel. The numerous
and spacious rooms of this emblematic 26 floor building, with the best
views of the city, make it the ideal venue for any type of event, convention
or business meeting. Located very near to the city beach and Santa Catalina
park. The Le Volant Restaurant is on the 23rd and 24th floors of the hotel
and offers a creative cuisine, based on local products and exquisitely
presented dishes. The daily business buffet meals range from light
and moderately priced business lunches and a buffet breakfast to a la carte
menus. |
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Gran
Meliá Salinas & The Garden Villas, Las Palmas
From the moment you arrive
at the Gran Meliá Salinas hotel, an icon of the Cultural Heritage
of Lanzarote, you know you are in a special place. The murals and paintings
in reception, works of art by the famous Cesar Manrique, open your way
to a new world: spacious, exuberant, full of light, full of luxury. The
hotel is located in the region of Costa Teguise, ideal as a base for visiting
all of the nearby tourist attractions. 289 rooms, including 253 double
rooms, 24 Junior Suites and 2 Master Suites with Royal Service: VIP check-in
with refreshening towels and welcome drink, pastries and coffee/tee from
10am to 6pm, pillow and linen menu, private pool, Internet Corner, late
check-out, and much more. |
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Gran
Hotel Elba Vecindario Aeropuerto Las Palmas
Located in the town of Santa
Lucía, next to the Atlántico Shopping and Leisure Centre,
close to the airport and only 10 minutes from Las Palmas and the beaches
on the south side of the island. A hotel with all the services and
facilities needed to turn a day's work into a day to enjoy. Modern
rooms equipped with all the little details that make a hotel stay an enjoyable
experience. And a veritable operational base for your business activities:
Business Center, nine function rooms that can seat up to 670 people, ideal
for all kinds of event from a business lunch in a private dining-room to
large-scale meetings, conventions or conferences. Take time to relax
and keep fit in our pool, fitness room or sauna, enjoy a quiet drink or
sample our delicious Canary Island and international cuisine. |
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Melia
Tamarindos, San Agustin
The Meliá Tamarindos
All Inclusive resort is situated directly alongside the beach of San Agustín,
offering a spectacular view over the Atlantic. Its architecture full of
light, freshness and colour provides it with a unique warm atmosphere.
Surrounded by subtropical gardens that lead on to the beach. The hotel
gives you a warm welcome to an authentic world of Canary luxury. Only 500
metres from the shopping and entertainment in San Agustin. 29 km. from
Puerto de Mogán, 30 km. from the airport, and 60km. from the capital,
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. 5 golf courses within a distance of 35 km. |
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Parador
de El Hierro
The Parador is located next
to the sea, opposite the Roque de Bonanza, in a heavenly setting where
the sea and the volcanic mountains meet. Its elegant, colonial interior
preceded by a fascinating garden with swimming pool, is cheerful and friendly.
The bedrooms are very comfortable and some of them look out over the ocean,
offering magnificent views which define its impressive immenseness, from
which you can enjoy the tempting murmur of the waves. In this ideal setting,
the guest is comforted by the cheerful, suggestive dishes of the Parador's
restaurant. The 'caldo de queso herreño' (poultry and cheese soup),
'alfonsiños con burgados' [fish with bigaros (periwinkles)], 'quenafas
de viejas' (fish rissoles) with limpet and sea urchin sauce and the fig
biscuit stand out. |
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Live Timanfaya Golf Lanzarote
The Timanfaya Golf is one
of the most attractive tourist destinations on Lanzarote, thanks to itas
first class accommodations, the quality of itas services, the beaches and
the green spaces. At an exclusive area of Costa Teguise, the Timanfaya
Golf hotel is set within beautiful surroundings, close to Playa Bastian
beach just 600m away. With a variety of shops, bars and restaurants close
by, the Timanfaya Golf is a firm favorite with British families.
The Timanfaya Golf has a swimming pool, with a childrenas section, sun
terraces and loungers, poolside bar, snack bar, lounge bar, restaurant,
gym, sauna, massage, Jacuzzi, squash court, archery, water polo, table
tennis, volleyball, 2 tennis courts, laundry service. |
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Apartamentos
Hotetur Aquarius Lanzarote
The Aquarius Apartments
are right in the centre of Puerto del Carmen, where one can enjoy all the
activities available in the area. Staying in one of the 167 apartments
is the perfect way to achieve the independence and comfort you want on
holiday, with fantastic views of the sea. Sunbathe by our pool and sip
a refreshing drink at our bar Buganvilla; it is the best way to enjoy a
sunny day. Do not forget to taste the specialities of our buffet bar El
Mirador, a 'must' during your stay. And after sundown visit our Lounge
Bar Chalada, where you will be surprised with a show for children and adults. |
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Barcelo
La Galea Lanzarote
The Barceló La Galea
has been recently renovated, respecting the traditional architectural style
of the region. It offers modern facilities and a wide selection of exquisite
cuisine at its fine restaurants. Located on Costa Teguise, in Lanzarote
,one of the most popular tourist hubs of the Canary Islands. Located
right on the Beach Las Cucharas just 150 meters, this hotel is ideal for
families looking rest and entertainment as well as for diving enthusiasts. |
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Gran
Melia Volcan Lanzarote
The Gran Meliá Volcán
Lanzarote Hotel is located right next to the sea and the Rubicón
Marina, just 1 km from Playa Blanca Beach, a picturesque fishing village,
in the south of the island. With a design reminiscent of traditional island
villages, with romantic patios and traditional squares, it is only 5 km
from the famous Papagayo Beaches, 10 km from the stunning Timanfaya National
Park and 20 minutes from Arrecife International Airport. The Gran
Meliá Volcán Lanzarote has received the "Q" for quality certification
for compliance with the rigorous standards of the Spanish Tourism Quality
System. 206 spacious and exquisitely decorated rooms within 20 traditional-style
annexes up to a maximum of 4 floors with magnificent panoramic views |
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Occidental
Allegro Oasis Lanzarote
Located on the north east
of the island, this whitewashed, all-inclusive hotel is situated 12 kilometres
from the airport and set in lush green gardens that lead down to a beautiful
sandy beach. Guests can relax beside one of two swimming pools with
a drink from the poolside bar, children benefit from their own pool, park
and mini club, and there is a television room with sports channels.
The 372 air-conditioned guestrooms feature modern decor with patterned
fabrics and extend to balconies overlooking the sea; all include cable
television, telephones, hair dryers and safes. |
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Aparthotel
Tamaimo Tropical, Puerto Santiago Tenerife
The Tamaimo Tropical Apartments
are situated 1km away from a scenic black sandy beach and midway between
Puerto Santiago and Los Gigantes. There are a selection of restaurants,
bars and shops in the adjacent commercial centre and there is a supermarket
is close by. The Tamaimo Tropical is ideal for couples and families looking
for a large, comfortable complex in a peaceful location with good facilities.
Each apartment at the Tamaimo Tropical has satellite TV, kitchenette, bathroom,
telephone, terrace or balcony, safe for hire. The Tamaimo Tropical has
2 freeform swimming pools, children's pool, sun terraces with loungers,
poolside bar, 1 heated pool, TV room, jacuzzi, playground, creche, babysitting
on request, 2 tennis courts, pool table, table tennis, mini golf, restaurant. |
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Hotel
Rural La Quinta Roja, Garachico, Tenerife
The great house of the Marquesses
of "La Quinta Roja", nowadays the hotel of the same name, is one of the
finest examples of the architecture of the island´s Baroque period.
The hotel offers 20 splendid rooms, bar-cafeteria (24h), restaurant, canarian
tasca, meeting room, aljimez-mirador, mountain bikes and a little spa (sauna,
jacuzzi and solarium). The staff is specialized in the natural parks
of this part of the island, and offer guided routes of trekking & mountain
bikes like Masca, Tano Alto-Bajo, Bolico. The new golf course Buenavista
Golf, is just 10 minutes away from La Quinta Roja, and was designed by
Severiano Ballesteros. Guests will have special prices (reduced green fees)
and free transfer to the golf course. |
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Sol
Puerto De La Cruz Tenerife
The Hotel Sol Puerto de
la Cruz is located in the residential area of La Paz of Puerto de la Cruz,
with fantastic views towards the sea or towards Mount Teide. The hotel
has been recently refurbished and is surrounded by a splendid subtropical
garden with a large variety of regional plants. It is situated 10 minutes
from the city centre and from the Martiánez swimming pool and artificial
lake complex, creation of the lanzaroteño artist César Manrique.
The capital Santa Cruz is 35 km away and the airports Reina Sofía
(south) and Los Rodeos (north) are 96 km and 25 km away respectively.
252 Double rooms, 37 Singles and 11 Junior Suites with whirlpool. |
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Parador
de La Palma, Brena Baja, La Palma, Tenerife
The new Parador de la Isla
de La Palma is located in an area of great natural wealth, near the capital
of the island and the airport, known 'El Zumacal', within the municipal
boundaries of Breña Baja. The Parador is built in modern and
typical Canary style and features gardens well-stocked with indigenous
plants. Find the pleasure of a good watercress or chickpeas broth, made
with varied meats. We also recommend you fresh, grilled or parboiled fishes,
accompanied by a good 'mojo' (typical Canary sauce). Enjoy these dishes
with La Palma wine, and the meal will be rounded up. |
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Parador
de Cañadas del Teide, Orotava - Tenerife
The island of the 'eternal
spring', thanks to its unequalled climate, offers enormous contrasts and
a wide variety of landscapes in its different areas. The Parador, located
in the natural Cañadas del Teide crater, more than 2,000 metres
above sea level, invites the guest to contemplate impressive panoramic
views of the Teide cone, the Chaorra crater and the White Mountain.
Since it is the only building within the El Teide National Park, its interior
recreates the ambience of a mountain lodge both in the common rooms and
bedrooms, and has terraces with impressive panoramic views of the Teide.
The Canary Islands stew, rabbit in 'salmorejo' (a gazpacho-like sauce)
'papas arrugadas y mojos' (potatoes in their skins served with typical
dipping sauces) and the 'viejas sancochadas' stand out. |
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Parador
de La Gomera, La Gomera
This Parador, with typical
island architecture, invites the guest to enjoy its paradisiacal setting
and to contemplate unsurpassable views of the ocean, with the island of
Tenerife and the Teide in the background. The welcoming bedrooms, the swimming
pool and the garden, exuberant and filled with subtropical species, are
some of the attractions which complete the interior. The gastronomic display
is represented by 'cazuela de pescados gomeros' (Gomera fish in a clay
pot), 'lomos de conejo rellenos' (stuffed rabbit loin) and 'potaje de berros'
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