canary islands

Seven islands to choose from in the ‘land of eternal spring’

Why the Canaries?

Seven large islands, eight airports, 41 marinas, 17 golf courses, four national parks and approximately 12 million visitors per year…phew!

The Romans dubbed them the ‘Fortunate Islands’ when they stumbled upon these hidden treasures off the west coast of Africa more than 2000 years ago.

And the Canary Islands are fortunate indeed – blessed with a near perfect climate and magnificent landscapes which make them a magnet for millions of 21st Century foreign “invaders” each year.

Despite their proximity to Africa, the islands together form one of the 17 autonomous communities of Spain. But unlike the costas of mainland Spain, the Canaries enjoy pleasantly warm temperatures throughout the year making them a favourite holiday destination for winter and summer sun seekers alike. The sub-tropical climate of the islands (which are more or less on the same latitude as Orlando in Florida) is tempered by the cooling trade winds and the warm waters of the Gulf Stream. The result is a “land of eternal spring” where the temperature range is 18-24°C and the sea is a pleasure to swim in at any time of the year.

The islands offer a huge range of natural and man- made attractions: there are vast volcanic craters, spectacular black beaches, ancient forests and crystal clear waters inhabited by whales and dolphins. The quieter islands are a paradise for nature lovers whilst the most popular islands provide action-packed resort areas with every conceivable form of facility and entertainment for foreign visitors.

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