Canary. A major European tourist destination
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Canary. A major European tourist destination


Canary - t
he islands have a population of 2 million. Since the Canary Islands are a major European tourist destination, all the major islands have well-developed communication systems, airports, and ports.
Ethnically the population is mostly a mix of Spanish, European (German and British), South American, and especially Cuban and Venezuelan as well as Northern and Sub-Sahara African. There are also historical minorities such as Indians, Koreans and lately Russians.
Pico del Teide (on Tenerife) at 3718 metres above sea level is the highest point in both the Canary Islands and Spanish territory.
Each island speaks with a slightly different accent and there is a strong rivalry between the main islands of Tenerife and Gran Canaria. Most of the accents in the Canary Islands are closer to Latin American Spanish than to Castililan Spanish spoken in continental Spain.
The Canary Islands are very modern, very European, and extremely liberal.

What to do ? 

Lanzarote: There is a bustling nightlife in four main resorts... Arrecife, Costa Teguise, Puerto del Carmen and Playa Blanca.
Gran Canaria: The main resorts on the Island are Las Palmas, Maspalomas,Puerto Rico and Playa del Ingles.
Tenerife: The main resorts are Santa Cruz, Puerto de la Cruz, and Playa de las Americas.
Fuerteventura: The main resorts of Fuerteventura are Corralejo, Caleta de Fuste and Morro Jable.
Loro Parque:
The amazing Loro Parque (Parrot Pak) will surely fascinate you no matter your age. A visit to the park can take you nearly a whole day, so reserve some time for it. The park which was originally devoted to parrots shows has now grown into Tenerife's second biggest attraction after mount Teide.
The Loro parque is home to the world’s most important Parrot collection with over 300 species, an amazing seal show, Dolphin Show, Parrot Show, Aquarium with Shark tunnel, Gorillas, Chimpanzees, Tigers, Jaguars, Flamingos, Alligators, Tortoises, Orchid House, Gambian Market, a 'NaturaVision' Cinema and the worlds largest Penguinarium with a reproduction Antarctic climate within which 12 tons of snow falls a day.
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz is one of the top resorts in the Canary Islands. It is also the longest established most complete of all resorts on Tenerife. The old part of the town keeps beautiful spots, one of the few places where the locals still work, eat and drink. Much of the area around the old fishing port is full of narrow cobbled streets packed with colonial architecture.
British tourism arrived here over a century ago and today 'el Puerto' has a wide span of magnificent hotels to suit all tastes and budgets. In addition to its old world charms it offers some of the best visitor attractions in the islands.
Tenerife Beaches
The volcanic nature of the island of Tenerife meant that the land has few natural beaches. Those that exist are characterised by black sand created from the island's volcanic rocks. The demand for tourist sun-bathing space, however, has led to the creation of resorts and man-made beaches, with golden sand having been imported in some cases.
Some of the best beaches of Tenerife are Los Gigantes and San Juan in the west and Fañabe, in the South with its golden sand, showers and excellent facilities. Also popular are Torviscas with its marina, Playa las Americas for its grey sandy stretches and los Cristianos' beach. Candelaria in the east has a small black shingle beach. Up north Puerto de la Cruz has a beach with fine black sand, and at Santa Cruz golden sand has been imported for its Terasitas beach.
Boat Trips from Tenerife
A large number of companies offer boat trips for tourists, varying from a 'booze cruise' on a cruiser offering lunch, drinks and watersports to a trip around the island on a sailing boat or catamaran. One of the main attractions is the chance to see whales and dolphins in the wild. Visitors on most trips spot whales; dolphins are not so much of a certainty but can be seen generally - often very close to the boat. Trips go from either Puerto Colon in Playa de las Americas, or from the port at Los Cristianos and most operators offer a free bus service from the larger hotels in the main resorts.

Canary is famous for his fish. Canarian cuisine is a mix between Spanish, Latin and African cultures. Most of Canarian cuisine is a variety of fresh vegetables, fruit and fish, generally light meals, more easy to digest in a warm climate. Meat is usually consumed as a part of stews or as steaks.

Now ! The best hotels in Canary. Look !

1. Botanico Hotel

Hotel Botanico, member of The Leading Hotels of The World, is one of the most prestigious and traditional hotels on the Canary Islands, and because of its elegant and tranquil atmosphere it is a popular meeting place for a sophisticated clientele. Offering excellent dining facilities in three first-class a-la-carte specialty restaurants and one open-air lunch restaurant, the Hotel enjoys extraordinary views of the Atlantic Ocean, the Orotava Valley and Mount Teide. It is surrounded by more than 25.000 sqm of magnificent landscaped gardens, including fabulous pool and Spa areas. Hotel guests of 16 years and over enjoy daily free access to the thermal circuit in The Oriental Spa Garden. Guests may also freely enjoy the floodlit tennis courts or the hotel's golf putting green. Prices $120-$400.



2. Regency Country Club - Tenerife

Styled in a theme based on the exotic island of Bali , the natural stone and hand-carved statues found around the resort are complemented by fabulous furniture and marble floors throughout the public areas, which offer panoramic views over the enormous infinity pool and gardens. All our units are luxury suite apartments which consist of 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartments. The luxurious apartments have open-plan kitchen and living/dining rooms with Satellite TV and DVD. The modern kitchens are well-equipped with fridge-freezer, microwave, coffee-maker, toaster and juicer. All bathrooms are designed for maximum comfort and luxury.
The large outdoor Infinity pool features a swim-up pool bar along with a Jacuzzi and a separate children's pool. There are secluded sunbathing areas whilst further leisure facilities include mini-golf and, for younger guests, a superb children's play area. A massage service is also available, more details available at reception. Prices $100-$350.

3. Abama Golf and Spa - Tenerife

Abama features volcanic landscapes, exuberant vegetation with over 300 varieties of plants, trees and palm trees, with breathtaking panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Island of La Gomera. With a spectacular situation on the West Coast of Tenerife on the smooth slopes of the Teide, the highest peak in Spain, the property runs all the way down to the ocean and its own exclusive beach. Tenerife is known throughout the world as the Island of Eternal Spring. In its privileged location, Abama enjoys more hours of sunshine than any other part of Spain, with an average annual temperature of 22 C. The reasons for the gentle climate are the prevailing winds (the trade winds), the orography of the terrain itself and the cold Canary current, which ensures that the coast and beache of Abama always enjoy magnificent temperatures, sometimes above the temperature of the air. Our 478 guest rooms and suites are divided between the Complex (328), the Villas and our exclusive Club Rooms and Suites, most of which enjoy magnificent views over the Atlantic, our golf course and our beautiful gardens. The Complex combines ethnic architecture with a Moorish feel in almost all its many guest rooms and suites. Prices $130-$450.

4. Hesperia Lanzarote

One of the most beautiful hotels on the island, and certainly the most accommodating, the Hesperia Lanzarote, combines superb levels of services and facilities that include a modern Spa treatment centre, 4 swimming pools, 4 restaurants and 3 bars, and views and accommodation to excite and delight the most discerning of guests.
Visitors and guests to the Hesperia Lanzarote will be amazed by the grandiose lobby area, complete with complimentary drinks on arrival and lounge bar with views to the sea. Step downstairs for access to two of the restaurants, the spa treatment area and gymnasium, or head towards the pools for beautiful panoramic views. Chill-out in our Lanz Beach Club.
These views follow every guest to their rooms, where a balcony, spacious bathroom, satellite TV and mini-bar set a luxurious standard. The 44 suites also have a lounge area and a Jacuzzi for that extra slice of indulgence. During the day enjoy the freedom afforded by hiring a car at our in-hotel car rental desk and cruise the island's volcanic centre. Or ask the front desk staff to help you hire a sailboat, a yacht, a quad, a segway or a bicycle. Then return to the tranquillity of the hotel and relax by pool, or take a drink at the pool bar. In the evening many of our guests treat themselves to a special meal at the La Caleta, our restaurant set right on the beautiful seafront. Prices $100-$300.

5. Grant Hotel Atlantis Bahia

The arabesque Neo-Mudéjar style and colonial influences have joined to inspire the architecture of the Gran Hotel Atlantis Bahia Real. Warm tones and exuberant vegetation abound in a complex where local cultural elements have been sensitively incorporated into the most modern facilities. Designed in order to be adaptable to the individual needs of its clients, the Gran Hotel Atlantis Bahia Real offers an ample leisure package and a wide range of services to guarantee your comfort and pleasure: exquisite interior design, excellent gastronomic outlets, shopping facilities, a fabulous Spa, a Beach Club, two heated swimming pools, a mini club with heated pool for our younger guests, a play station centre, a piano bar as well as a convention centre equipped with the state of the art technologies. The Gran Hotel Atlantis Bahia Real has become one of the few five star Grand Luxe hotels in Spain to obtain two quality certificates, one national and one international, which rank it as one of the best hotels in Spain. All in all, a whole new concept in luxury accommodation right at the shores of the Atlantic Ocean and capable of fulfilling all your needs. Prices $120-$350.
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