The Canary Islands conform an archipelago of eight islands; starting from the West, they are: El Hierro, La Palma, La Gomera, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and La Graciosa, as well as five islets, with an area of almost 7,500 square kilometers, enjoying a unique climate favored by the trade winds coming from the Atlantic creating a subtropical oceanic climate, and an enviable landscape, mainly due to its volcanic origin, which dates back to around 30 million years, offering from black sand beaches to the paradisiacal infinite white sand beaches of Fuerteventura and its deep turquoise blue waters, passing through dramatic landscapes of desert and mountains.
The archipelago represents the autonomous community of the Canary Islands belonging to the Spanish state since its conquest in 1496, and is located in the Atlantic Ocean near the north coast of the Sahara. It has the peculiarity that its capital is shared between two cities, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
The tourist popularity of the archipelago, in addition to its unique beach, desert and mountain landscapes, is also due to the good weather that can be enjoyed on the islands, with temperatures that range between a minimum of 17ºC in winter and 24ºC in summer. , which makes it a destination where to travel to throughout the whole year, and surprisingly enjoy a sunny day at the beach in the middle of winter.
The political and geographical situation, in addition to the benefits of the climate, make the Canary Islands a true paradise which receives more than 15 million tourists a year.
In addition to the good weather, and its landscapes, the archipelago has a very varied gastronomic, cultural and leisure offer, excellent connections with the Spanish peninsula and the rest of Europe.
Follow us along this journey to discover these stunning sunny islands, where we will aim to share with you some helpful information, tips and offers to help you make the most out of your holidays, enjoying the best activities to complement your stay while saving some money.
