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Our blog collects practical, first-hand guides to getting the most out of Tenerife — from packing lists and car-hire advice to deep dives on specific towns, hikes and neighbourhoods that don't fit neatly into a listings page. Posts are organised by category (tips, itineraries, food, nature, culture) and tagged so you can filter down to exactly the kind of trip you're planning, whether that's a week-long family holiday in the south or a hiking-focused trip through Anaga and the Teide National Park.
Unlike our beach, hotel and restaurant listings, blog posts are written to answer the how and why questions — how to plan a day trip, why the north and south of the island feel like different countries, what to actually pack for October versus February. New posts are added regularly as we cover more of the island in depth.
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Tenerife in May: Día de Canarias, Ironman and Street Festivals
16 Aug 2026
May is Tenerife's identity month — Día de Canarias on the 30th, the Ironman 70.3 triathlon and street-art festivals in P…
Puerto de la Cruz: The Complete City Guide
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife's original resort is the north's lively, cultured heart — black-sand beaches, a historic old town, Loro Parque …
Cycling in Tenerife: The Island the Pros Train On
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife's smooth, quiet roads climb from the sea to 2,300 m in one ride — which is why so many pro teams train here in …
Day Trips from the South: Tenerife's Best One-Day Excursions
16 Aug 2026
Base yourself in Costa Adeje and the whole island is a day-trip away. These seven routes work from any southern resort —…
Christmas in Tenerife: Lights, Warm Seas and Three Kings
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife does Christmas its own way — 21°C, beach swims, a carnival-sized nativity scene and presents delivered by the T…
North Coast Beaches: Tenerife's Wild Black Sand Side
16 Aug 2026
Big rollers, volcanic black sand and scenery that feels untouched — the north coast beaches are the wild counterpoint to…
Teide Cable Car Guide: Tickets, Times and What to Expect
16 Aug 2026
The cable car lifts you from 2,356m to 3,555m in under eight minutes. Ticket prices, the paid summit booking, opening ho…
Wellness & Spa in Tenerife: Thalasso, Yoga and Deep Rest
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife is one of Europe's top wellness destinations — thalasso spas, ocean-view yoga decks and volcanic water circuits…
Luxury Tenerife: Five-Star Stays and Fine Dining
16 Aug 2026
Thalasso spas, Michelin tables and villas with private pools — Tenerife's luxury scene rivals the French Riviera at half…
Sea Turtles in Tenerife: Where and How to See Them
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife hosts a resident population of loggerhead sea turtles. Here's where they gather, how to watch them responsibly …
Los Gigantes & the West: Cliffs, Coves and the Masca Gorge
16 Aug 2026
The most dramatic coastline in Tenerife — 600-metre cliffs, black-sand coves, a remote lighthouse and the gateway to the…
Tenerife in November: San Andrés Wine, Opera Season and the Start of Winter Sun
16 Aug 2026
November brings the turrón and new-wine fiesta of San Andrés, the opera season in Santa Cruz and the first proper winter…
El Médano & the South-East: Windsurfing, Red Mountain and Quiet Beaches
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife's windswept south-eastern corner is the island's watersports capital — a laid-back town, a volcano of red rock …
Tenerife in April: Ultra Trail, Village Fiestas and Green Spring
16 Aug 2026
April on Tenerife means the Bluetrail ultra marathon, the San Marcos fiesta in Icod and the island at its greenest befor…
First Time in Tenerife: 10 Practical Things to Know
16 Aug 2026
Tap water, dinner times, beach flags and a volcano that gets cold — the practical things worth knowing before your first…
La Palma Day Trip from Tenerife: The Isla Bonita
16 Aug 2026
The greenest Canary Island is a two-hour ferry away — rainforest, a still-recovering volcano and some of the world's bes…
Icod de los Vinos and the Thousand-Year-Old Dragon Tree
16 Aug 2026
A dragon tree that has stood for over a thousand years, old wine bodegas and the island's best sea views — Icod de los V…
Windsurfing in Tenerife: El Médano's World-Class Sailing
16 Aug 2026
Cabezo Beach hosted the PWA World Cup for years — El Médano is windsurfing royalty. Here's what to know before you rig u…
One Week in Tenerife: The Perfect 7-Day Itinerary
16 Aug 2026
A week in Tenerife is enough to see the south, climb Teide and explore the north — without moving hotels every night. He…
Tenerife Natural Pools: The Island's Best Charcos and Lava Pools
16 Aug 2026
The volcanic charcos of the north coast are Tenerife's hidden swimming spots — calm, free and wonderfully local. Here's …
North Tenerife Guide: Green Valleys, Old Towns and Wild Coast
16 Aug 2026
The north of Tenerife is greener, cooler and older than the south — historic towns, laurel forests and dramatic volcanic…
Güímar: Pyramids, Lava and the Quiet East Coast
16 Aug 2026
Step pyramids studied by Thor Heyerdahl, an 8km walk across the black lava of the Malpaís and three nearly-empty beaches…
Teide Sunrise Hike: The Most Epic Morning in Tenerife
16 Aug 2026
Watching dawn break over the clouds from Spain's highest peak is a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Here's how to do the Teide…
Tenerife in June: Flower Carpets, La Orotava Romería and San Juan Fires
16 Aug 2026
June brings the flower-carpet art of Corpus Christi, the island's biggest pilgrimage in La Orotava and the bonfire night…
Tenerife in July: Grandes Fiestas, Jazz and the Summer Peak
16 Aug 2026
July is the island at full summer — a month of fiestas in Puerto de la Cruz, jazz and film-music festivals and windsurfi…
Local Phrases in Tenerife: Canarian Spanish Essentials
16 Aug 2026
Beyond buenos días — a pocket guide to Canarian Spanish that locals actually use, from qué pasa to guagua, plus when to …
Digital Nomad Tenerife: Work, Surf and Live in the Sun
16 Aug 2026
Fast fibre, warm winters and a café culture that stays open all year — Tenerife is a practical, affordable base for remo…
Solo Travel in Tenerife: A Practical Guide
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife is a safe, easy first solo destination — great public transport, social hostels and solo-friendly tours. Here's…
Best Viewpoints in Tenerife: 15 Miradores Worth the Stop
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife's best scenery is best seen from above — a hand-picked list of the island's miradores, from clifftop Atlantic l…
Kitesurfing in Tenerife: The Complete Rider's Guide
16 Aug 2026
El Médano and Playa de la Tejita host one of Europe's best kitesurfing spots — reliable trade winds, warm water and begi…
Sustainable Travel in Tenerife: How to Travel Light on the Island
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife's wild side — protected parks, native forests and marine life — is worth protecting. Here's how to explore resp…
Snorkeling & Diving in Tenerife: The Best Spots
16 Aug 2026
Crystal-clear volcanic bays, rocky reefs alive with fish and some of Europe's best year-round water — here are the top s…
Tenerife in January: Carnival Launch, Three Kings and Animal Blessings
16 Aug 2026
January is when the year really starts on Tenerife — Three Kings on the 6th, the animal blessings of San Antonio Abad an…
Acentejo Coast Guide: Vineyards, Cliff Miradores and Natural Pools
16 Aug 2026
The green north-coast strip between La Laguna and the sea — wine country, wild cliffs and the natural pools of Punta del…
Things to Do in Tenerife: The 14 Best Experiences (2026)
16 Aug 2026
A volcano you can ride a cable car up, world-class beaches, whale encounters, Michelin dining and dark skies — Tenerife'…
Tenerife's Volcanoes: A Guide to Teide, Chinyero and the Island's Fiery Past
16 Aug 2026
A guide to the volcanoes that built Tenerife — from the Teide summit to the 1909 eruption of Chinyero and the ancient la…
Shopping in Tenerife: Malls, Markets and Souvenirs
16 Aug 2026
From designer boutiques in Costa Adeje to Guanche craft markets and volcanic wines to take home — the island's shopping …
Cueva del Viento: Europe's Largest Lava Tube
16 Aug 2026
Under the pine forests near Icod runs a 17-kilometre lava tube older than the Egyptian pyramids — Tenerife's most extrao…
Los Cristianos & the Island's Ports: Beaches, Ferries and Day Trips
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife's most convenient resort — a golden-sand bay, the island's busiest ferry port and the gateway to La Gomera. A c…
Tenerife's Gardens & Green Spaces: Where the Island Feels Lush
16 Aug 2026
Beyond the beaches, Tenerife hides a botanical world — a 1788 garden, Spain's largest sculpture park, dragon trees and f…
Accessible Travel in Tenerife: A Practical Guide
16 Aug 2026
Wheelchair-friendly beaches, step-free Teide views and hotels with real accessibility — Tenerife is more doable for trav…
Healthcare in Tenerife: What Tourists Need to Know
16 Aug 2026
Public hospitals, 24-hour pharmacies and EHIC cover — here's how healthcare works in Tenerife, from emergencies to minor…
The Guanches: Tenerife's Ancient People and Where to Meet Them
16 Aug 2026
Before the Spanish arrived, Tenerife belonged to the Guanches — a mysterious people who mummified their dead and lived i…
La Gomera Day Trip from Tenerife: The Complete Guide
16 Aug 2026
A 45-minute ferry from Los Cristianos takes you to a greener, quieter island — ancient laurel forests, whistled language…
Carnivals and Fiestas in Tenerife: The Island's Party Calendar
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife knows how to celebrate — from the world-famous Santa Cruz carnival to village fiestas, pilgrimages and Holy Wee…
Weddings in Tenerife: Saying "I Do" in the Sun
16 Aug 2026
Beach vows at sunset, volcanic backdrops and warm weather all year — Tenerife is one of Europe's most popular wedding de…
Tenerife Road Trip: The Ultimate Island Circuit
16 Aug 2026
One island, four microclimates and a mountain in the middle — a seven-day driving loop that hits beaches, volcano, fores…
Anaga Beaches: Wild Coves of Tenerife's North-East
16 Aug 2026
Black-sand coves under towering cliffs, surf breaks and villages that time forgot — the Anaga coastline is Tenerife's wi…
Costa Adeje Guide: The Best of Tenerife's Polished South Coast
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife's most popular resort area mixes long golden beaches, Spain's best water park and quiet coves — here is how to …
Pet-Friendly Tenerife: Where Your Dog Is Welcome
16 Aug 2026
Tenerife is one of the most dog-friendly islands in the Canaries — dedicated dog beaches, pet-welcoming hotels and hikin…
Tenerife in September: Harvest Season and the Easiest Month to Visit
16 Aug 2026
The crowds of August fade, the sea stays warm and the vineyards of La Orotava fill with the harvest — September is Tener…
Scuba Diving in Tenerife: Dive Sites for Every Level
16 Aug 2026
Marine reserves, lava tunnels and turtle cleaning stations — Tenerife's dive sites range from easy shore dives to drift …
How Many Days in Tenerife? 3-Day, 5-Day and 7-Day Itineraries
16 Aug 2026
From a whirlwind Teide-and-beaches weekend to a full week of north and south, here are three tested Tenerife itineraries…
Surfing in Tenerife: The Best Waves and Where to Learn
16 Aug 2026
From the wind-riding watersports hub of El Médano to beach breaks on the south coast, Tenerife has waves for every level…
Local Dishes to Try in Tenerife: From Papas Arrugadas to Gofio
16 Aug 2026
A field guide to Canarian food — wrinkled potatoes with mojo, gofio in every form, carne fiesta, sancocho and the desser…
Nightlife in Tenerife: Bars, Beach Clubs and Late Nights
16 Aug 2026
From sunset cocktails in Costa Adeje to Veronicas's buzzing strip and Puerto's harbour bars — where to go out in Tenerif…
Fishing in Tenerife: Charters, Shore Spots and Fresh Fish
16 Aug 2026
Big-game tuna, marlin and dorado beyond the cliffs, plus honest shore fishing and the freshest seafood dinners — here is…
Vilaflor: Tenerife's Highest Village at 1,500 Metres
16 Aug 2026
A Canarian pine forest, almond blossom in February and views over the whole island — the village of Vilaflor is Tenerife…
Golf in Tenerife: 10 Reasons It Is Europe's Year-Round Fairway
16 Aug 2026
With courses open all year, warm winters and ocean views from every fairway, Tenerife has quietly become one of Europe's…
Tenerife in October: Half-Term Sun, Walking Season and the Island at Its Calmest
16 Aug 2026
October brings warm seas, the Walking Festival and half-term families — plus quieter beaches than any summer month. Here…
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is new content published?
We add new guides regularly throughout the year, with an emphasis on covering seasonal topics (like what to pack or which festivals are coming up) shortly before they become relevant.
Can I suggest a topic for a future blog post?
Yes — reach out through our contact page with your suggestion. Requests for specific towns, hikes or practical topics (car hire, SIM cards, driving rules) are especially welcome.
Are the blog posts written by locals or visitors?
Our editorial content draws on both local knowledge of the island and a visitor's perspective on what first-time travellers actually need to know, which is why we try to cover practical details that purely local writing sometimes skips over.
Do the guides get updated when things change (prices, opening hours)?
We review and update older posts periodically, but prices, opening hours and booking requirements can change faster than any guide — always double-check specific details directly with the venue or official source before you travel.
Can I filter blog posts by category or tag?
Yes — use the category filters at the top of the blog listing page, or click any tag on a post to see other posts covering the same topic.
What is the best time to visit Tenerife?
For guaranteed warmth and family-friendly weather, come between June and September (26–30°C). March–May is the sweet spot for hiking and value, with thinner crowds, while winter (December–February) still brings 21–23°C daytime highs, swimmable seas around 19–20°C and the island's biggest events — including Carnival in February. Our seasonal guide breaks each period down in detail.
How many days should I spend in Tenerife?
A first visit focused on the south works well in 5–7 days, covering beaches, Siam Park, whale watching and a Teide day trip. With 10 or more days you can comfortably add the north, Anaga and even a day trip to another island such as La Gomera. Our itinerary guide suggests a realistic day-by-day plan.
Should I stay in the north or south of Tenerife?
The south (Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas) offers the most reliable sunshine, big resorts and golden-sand beaches — best for a classic beach holiday. The north (Puerto de la Cruz, La Laguna, La Orotava) is greener, cooler and more historic, ideal if you want culture and nature close at hand. Many visitors base themselves in the south and drive north for day trips.
What should I pack for a holiday in Tenerife?
Essentials are light summer clothing, a thin jumper or fleece for evenings and the highlands, sun protection (the Canarian sun is strong year-round), swimwear and comfortable shoes for rocky paths. If you plan to visit Teide — even in summer — bring warm layers, as temperatures near the summit can drop below freezing at night.