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Which canary island you should choose?

Finally, you have several days for a holiday and you have chosen the city of Barcelona as your destination. Most probably you have already booked the flights and have reserved that Barcelona apartment or apartment in Madrid you checked on the internet, and may be you have also made a program, which are the sites that you want to visit in the city and which you plan to miss. In case you have a few days for some relaxation, we recommend you to check the Canary Islands, since they are all fabulous holiday places. If your time is limited though, read that article to get some information about each of the Canary Islands and choose which to visit. The Canary Islands are just as you imagine them, featuring long beaches, crystal clear water, bars and great nightlife. There are also many options for those who want to stay active like trekkers, walkers and ramblers. The Canary Islands are seven and each one of them has certain personality.

Canary Islands Pictures
This photo of Canary Islands

The Island of Tenerife provides a great choice of package holidays. Here one can find luxurious hotels, stunning landscapes, exciting nightlife and many options for shopping. Here is also located Mount Teide, which is the highest mountain in the country. The island offers many opportunities for walking, an extensive coast line and also volcanic scenery. The nature here is beautiful, featuring lush subtropical flowers and deep forests. The island could be accessed with a bus and a taxi, as well as with an own or a rented car.

Tenerife Pictures
This photo of Tenerife

The other island on the list is La Gomera, which is a beautiful area, not that full of tourists. There are a few coastal resorts here with several restaurants and bars. The options for shopping and night clubbing are not many, but still there are some. The available public transport is limited as well. The natural landscape is beautiful with ravines and mountains, plant life and old forests.

La Gomera Photos
This photo of La Gomera

Among the most popular of the Canary Islands is La Palma, but even so this place is quiet and relaxing. It is also ideal for independent travellers. There are some lovely mountain walks here. Part of the island is served by buses, other areas are served by rental cars and taxis.

The other of the Canary Islands is Gran Canaria, which is ideal for package holidays. The place has good public transport and various options for hotels, restaurants, bars, shops entertainment venues, and so on. At Gran Canaria there are also ancient volcanic formations, ravines and small old hamlets.

Lanzarote is another of the Canary Islands and it is served by many flights and onsite are offered numerous packages. There are several large resorts on the island, which feature luxurious hotels, restaurants, bars and various options for entertainment.

Interesting to be checked are also Fuerteventura, where one can indulge in watersports and beaches and is ideal for young people and single visitors or couples. The last one of the islands is El Hierro, which could be hard to get to. The place is quiet and is ideal for independent travellers.

A post by S. Navarro who also writes about Rome apartments.

 

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