Archive for November, 2007
Los Cristianos, Tenerife
Wednesday, November 21st, 2007A holiday in Los Cristianos is everything you would expect from a sophisticated holiday in Tenerife.
Just south of Playa De Las Americas you’re close enough to the action of the buzzing resort if you fancy a bit more activity of an evening without it being right on your doorstep.
You will find heaps to keep you […]
Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife
Wednesday, November 21st, 2007Situated to the north of Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz is one of the island’s major tourist centres.
A traditional resting place, the city offers a wide range of accommodation, including numerous hotels and several residential complexes. The coastal area contains several of the city’s main attractions, such as the old harbour, the promenade and […]
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Tuesday, November 20th, 2007The history of Santa Cruz de Tenerife stretches back just over four hundred years.
In fact, in spite of Alonso Fernández de Lugo disembarking on this coast in 1494, the city did not begin to develop until a century later, with its port being the motor for growth which has made this city into the […]
La Laguna, Tenerife
Tuesday, November 20th, 2007La Laguna — official name San Cristobal de La Laguna — is the islands university city and the only bishop’s see in the Canary Islands.
Constituted in 1496 this city (since 1510) is the spiritual and political centre of the island of Tenerife.
No wonder, that Pope Clement XI. in 1701 chose La Laguna to found the […]
Tenerife Culture and Tradition
Thursday, November 15th, 2007Tenerife combines the modern with the traditional in all its cultural manifestations. It maintains a popular character in its traditional celebrations, such as fiestas and processions, which are held year after year often to the tune of traditional rhythms.
On some occasions the streets are decorated with beautiful patterns and become true works fo art in […]
Tenerife Food and Wine
Wednesday, November 14th, 2007Tenerife’s traditional cuisine is based on its simple preperation and the freshness and quality of its ingredients.
One can find endless options when looking for a typical restaurant to sample the island’s delicious specialities.
The new Canarian Island cuisine has raised the standard by using the best-kept culinary secrets and traditions on the island. They have worked […]
Tenerife and The Sea
Wednesday, November 14th, 2007The clear blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean surrounding Tenrife have given the island and its people their unique character. It is one the the island’s most important natural resources for tourism.
The sea, which bathes the island’s tranquil beaches, is a perfect place to enjoy all sorts of water sports:
Sailing
Surfing
Wind- & Kite Surfing
are but a […]
Tenerife Nature & Landscape
Wednesday, November 14th, 2007In Tenerife the options are endless.
Getting to know the island is a fascinating experience: discover volcanic lunar landscapes, walk through leafy Laurisilva forests, sail alon the magnificent cliffs or stroll around enchanting town filled with the island’s traditional architecture.
Tenerife is part of the Macaronesia, one of four regions in the world offering a rich variety […]