Travel & Leisure Facts and Notes

The Canary Islands are an archipelago consisting of seven major and one minor island located off the North West coast of Africa in the North Atlantic Ocean. The Canary Islands are a part of Spain. The spring time climate of these islands is what attracts millions of tourists annually to visit them. The Canary Islands have a volcanic origin, and the Teide volcano on Tenerife is the highest mountain in Spain and the third largest volcano on an ocean island.

The seven main islands, El Hierro, La Palma, La Gomera, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, and Tenerife are very different from each other, and each has something unique to offer to visitors. The beaches and the Atlantic Ocean offer swimming, sailing, water sports, and para-gliding.

There are a number of spas, health clinics, and beauty saloons in the Canary Islands that offer the latest and most sophisticated techniques employed to help relax and improve personal appearances. Qualified professionals use algae, sand, mud, hydrotherapy, sauna, volcanic stones, and passive gymnastics to work out stress and help the body to rejuvenate.

The scenery of the Canary Islands is so exceptional from volcanic to sand dunes to abundant woodlands, that it cannot be imagined that it is possible to have so much variety in such a tiny area. For nature aficionados, there are trails and charming villages that are really amazing. There is so much diversity in the species of fauna that can be found over here. There are 141 protected areas and 4 national parks. The greatest way to soak in the exquisiteness of the Canary Islands is either by flying over them or through para gliding.

To discover the rich cultural tradition of these islands, days can be spent going to archeological sites, museums, and ethnographic parks. The historical heritage is a trip into living history with the colonial style houses, paved streets, and places that have been cautiously preserved. There are a variety of local exhibitions and festivals that are arranged over the year.

Sailing in the Canaries is a memorable experience as dolphins and whales swim next to the boats. All the water sports conceivable are accessible here as well as deep sea fishing. There is something for every person in the family to take pleasure in. Boats can be hired or chartered depending on how well a person can handle a boat, and how good they are at navigating their way around the islands.

Golfers would of course want to play some rounds of golf, and the Canary Islands are indeed a golfer’s paradise. All the islands have golf courses and most of them are located close to the sea. The golfers will be faced some unusual obstacles on the courses over here. But, playing in the lovely weather is always a pleasure.

There are a variety of places to live in at the Canary Islands. The sea food most commonly found at the Islands is really scrumptious and succulent.

For an amazing vacation, the Canary Islands are an amazing treat and it cannot be thought that such a jewel of nature is just 4 hours by air from many cities in Europe.