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Tenerife - FAQ

Tenerife - FAQ

TENERIFE FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions - TENERIFE GUIDE Q:  What's the weather like in Tenerife? A: Tenerife has a sub-tropical climate with micro-climates varying around different parts of the island. The south is generally...
Tenerife Climate and Weather

Tenerife Climate and Weather

Being close to the Western Sahara, Tenerife occasionally experiences a ‘Calima’, which is a fine red dust suspension blown across the Atlantic from the African deserts, although the more easterly islands are the most affected...
Tenerife - The Island & Its History

Tenerife - The Island & Its History

Tenerife is one of 7 principal islands in the archipelago known as the Canary Islands. It is also the largest and most populated of the islands, with a land mass of over 2,000km2 and a population somewhere north of 1 million inhabitants, accounting for...
Which Resort in Tenerife - Where to stay?

Which Resort in Tenerife - Where to stay?

For an island only 84 km long and 50 km wide, Tenerife has a surprisingly wide variety of resorts and places to stay. The choice of ideal destination can depend on various factors, including your age (or at least, how old you feel!), your nationality,...
Tenerife Webcams

Tenerife Webcams

Do you sometimes wonder what the weather is like right now on Mount Teide? Or whether the sun is shining at your favourite beach? Well wonder no more! Check out our gallery of live Tenerife Webcams below and see our beautiful island from a different...
Things to Do in Tenerife - Top Tourist Attractions

Things to Do in Tenerife - Top Tourist Attractions

Tenerife has a huge range of attractions, ranging from landmarks and natural areas, stunning scenery, plus various parks and other man-made attractions. According to TRIPADVISOR in 2017, the top 10 attractions for visitors to Tenerife were as follows:...
Places of Interest - La Casa Fuerte de Adeje

Places of Interest - La Casa Fuerte de Adeje

Places of Interest in Tenerife - CASA FUERTE DE ADEJE Last updated: 20th March 2021 Contents The Story of La Casa Fuerte de Adeje Contact Information + Map 1. The Story of La Casa Fuerte de Adeje For visitors looking...
EXCURSIONS IN TENERIFE - Introduction

EXCURSIONS IN TENERIFE - Introduction

  EXCURSIONS, DAY-TRIPS, TOURS AND ACTIVITIES IN TENERIFE Visitors to Tenerife are entirely spoilt for choice. The extent of excursions, trips, sports and other things to do is massive. The climate is perhaps the best in the world,...
Excursions 1 - THEME PARKS & ATTRACTIONS

Excursions 1 - THEME PARKS & ATTRACTIONS

Contents: Loro Parque Zoo and Theme Park Siam Water Park Jungle Park Zoo & Theme Park Aqualand Water Park Camel Park Loro Parque Zoo and Theme Park Loro Park was created over 40 years ago and was designed...
Excursions 2 - BOAT TRIPS & FISHING

Excursions 2 - BOAT TRIPS & FISHING

BOAT TRIPS AND FISHING Contents on this page: Fishing Boat Trips FISHING Tenerife boasts some of the best fishing to be found. The ideal climate allows year-round action for impressive catches such as White Marlin, Blue Marlin,...
Excursions 3 - LAND BASED EXCURSIONS

Excursions 3 - LAND BASED EXCURSIONS

Contents of this page: 1. Teide By Night - Stargazing 2. Quad Safari 3.  Top Buggy Adventure 4.  Mount Teide & Masca Valley Tour by Coach 5.  El Teide National Park - Half Day Tour 6.  Teide & North Tenerife - An...
Excursions 4 - CLIMBING & HIKING

Excursions 4 - CLIMBING & HIKING

Contents of this page: Tenerife’s Best Climbing Guidebook – A must buy for climbers! Canyoning in Guaria Gully, Guia de Isora Rock Climbing in Adeje ‘El Ocho Escalada’ Climbing School ‘Tenerife Guided Walks’ with Andy Tomkins ...
Excursions 5 -  WATERSPORTS

Excursions 5 - WATERSPORTS

If Watersports 'float your boat', then Tenerife is the perfect destination to visit. The largest Canary Island doesn’t just offer beaches, sunshine and sangria. It also offers a wide variety of water activities for everyone, from cautious newbies to a...
Shopping Malls / Commercial Centres in Tenerife

Shopping Malls / Commercial Centres in Tenerife

Tenerife isn't just about sun, sand and sangria. It also boasts some of the best shopping in the Canary Islands. Enjoying the lowest V.A.T. sales tax in Europe, Tenerife really is a shopper's paradise. You will find all of your favourite European and...
Staying Safe in Tenerife - Crime and Safety Tips

Staying Safe in Tenerife - Crime and Safety Tips

LAST UPDATED 3rd MAY 2021 The island of Tenerife is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe, attracting well over 5 million visitors in 2019 pre-Covid-19. Fortunately, the vast majority of the island's visitors discover that Tenerife...
Tenerife Nightlife and Bars

Tenerife Nightlife and Bars

LAST FACTUAL UPDATE: 13th February 2020 (Before Coronavirus Lock-down) Note: 22nd July 2022 - Please note that we are undertaking the slow process of updating the information below, some of which has changed, or continues to change, due to the Covid Pandemic,...
Gymnasiums & Fitness Centres in Tenerife

Gymnasiums & Fitness Centres in Tenerife

COVID UPDATE 29th July 2021: At the time of writing, Tenerife has been placed in 'Level 4' Covid status, which introduces a much-hated requirement to produce a Covid Health Certificate (Double-vaccinated / Negative test within 72 hours /  proof of...
Casinos & Gambling in Tenerife

Casinos & Gambling in Tenerife

Looking to test your luck whilst in Tenerife? Then why not head down to your local casino? Tenerife is home to 3 casinos, which are located in Playa de Las Americas, Santa Cruz and Puerto de la Cruz. Each casino offers a variety of games including...
Driving in Tenerife

Driving in Tenerife

LAST UPDATED: 14th July 2021 Driving in Tenerife, Everything you need to know. Safety, rules of the road, car rental, insurance, fines etc BREXIT UPDATE NOTE:   UK Driving Licence holders can continue to use their licence to drive in Spain (in ...
A humorous look at driving habits in Tenerife

A humorous look at driving habits in Tenerife

The following is a light-hearted tongue-in-cheek look at alleged stereotypical driving habits in Tenerife and is purely intended as humour. Tenerife Guru does not endorse or recommend any of the driving habits or actions referred to below, most of which...
Public Transport

Public Transport

Last updated: 29th July 2021 Please note that during any ongoing Covid19 restrictions, all travel on public transport and in taxis is subject to restrictions , Including compulsory masks, capacity limits and social distancing measures, which may...
Getting Married / Weddings in Tenerife - Paperwork & Procedures

Getting Married / Weddings in Tenerife - Paperwork & Procedures

LAST UPDATED: 23rd February 2022 CONTENTS OF THIS PAGE: Introduction to getting married in Tenerife Getting married in Tenerife, Procedures and Documentation   1.  Introduction to getting married in Tenerife With...
Cinemas in Tenerife

Cinemas in Tenerife

Last updated: 11th October 2021 For a small island, Tenerife boasts a surprising number of cinemas. Whilst popular with residents, there is rarely much demand for cinemas in Tenerife among tourists, who would probably rather spend their time on...
Emergency Consular Assistance in Tenerife

Emergency Consular Assistance in Tenerife

The British and Irish Consulates were previously eager for their respective citizens to register their residence in Tenerife. This not only assisted them with statistical information as to the number of citizens they have to cater for, but it allowed...
Tourist Rental Accommodation Scams

Tourist Rental Accommodation Scams

Whilst the majority of advertisers are genuine, there is sadly a growing number of 'scam' agencies, purportedly offering fantastic accommodation for very reasonable prices, but whom sadly disappear into thin air the moment money is transferred into their...
Ferries operating to and from Tenerife

Ferries operating to and from Tenerife

Ferries operating in and out of Tenerife provide both an important means of transport for residents and businesses as well as a useful and enjoyable way for tourists and visitors to explore the Canary Islands and further afield. Two main companies...
Carnaval - Tenerife's Incredible annual Carnival extravaganza

Carnaval - Tenerife's Incredible annual Carnival extravaganza

Gay & Lesbian Tenerife

Gay & Lesbian Tenerife

LAST UPDATED:  10th February 2020 Given its beautiful weather, stunning scenery and relaxed vibe, it is no surprise that Tenerife has long been a popular destination for gay travellers. Homosexuality is legal in Spain, whilst the age of consent is...
Tenerife Solicitors

Tenerife Solicitors

Tenerife Solicitors are the first and only firm of English Solicitors & Spanish Abogados registered and authorised to practice in the Canary Islands. They can assist with a wide variety of legal issues from their offices in San Eugenio,...
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