Travel guides
Honest, practical planning for the Canary Islands: what to do, where to stay, how to get around and when to book. Written and reviewed by a local editor.
El Hierro guides
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El Hierro Travel Guide: Diving, Hiking & Total Escape
The smallest Canary Island for divers, hikers and anyone who wants the Atlantic to themselves — with the honest practicalities of getting there.
3 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Where to Stay in El Hierro (2026)
Compare Valverde, Frontera, La Restinga, El Pinar and coastal El Hierro bases by driving, diving and natural pools.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Getting Around El Hierro (2026)
Plan El Hierro by rental car, bus, taxi or transfer from VDE airport and La Estaca ferry port.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
El Hierro Itinerary: 3, 5 or 7 Days
Combine El Golfo, La Restinga, El Sabinar, viewpoints, forests and natural pools in a realistic El Hierro itinerary.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
El Hierro with Kids: Practical Family Guide
Plan natural pools, short walks, giant-lizard visits and manageable road days on El Hierro with children.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
What to Eat in El Hierro: Local Food Guide
Try Herreño cheese, quesadillas, fresh fish, caldo de queso, tropical fruit and island wine with practical local-food advice.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Best Hikes in El Hierro (2026): Camino de Jinama, El Sabinar, La Llanía & Camino de la Virgen
El Hierro's best hikes: the reopened Camino de Jinama, the juniper forest of El Sabinar, the easy La Llanía loops and the full-day Camino de la Virgen. Distances, start points and what to check first.
3 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Fuerteventura guides
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Things to Do in Fuerteventura: Complete 2026 Guide
Endless white beaches, water sports, Isla de Lobos and the wild Jandía peninsula — your guide to Fuerteventura.
3 min read · Updated 28 September 2026
Where to Stay in Fuerteventura (2026)
Compare Corralejo, Caleta de Fuste, Costa Calma, Morro Jable and quieter Fuerteventura bases by beaches, transport and atmosphere.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Getting Around Fuerteventura (2026)
Compare TIADHE buses, rental cars, airport transfers and tours for travelling around long, sparsely populated Fuerteventura.
3 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Fuerteventura Itinerary: 3, 5 or 7 Days
Three days from Corralejo or Morro Jable, five with Lobos, seven with Cofete: a resident's Fuerteventura plan built around wind, ferries and short drives.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Fuerteventura with Kids: Practical Family Guide
Choose family beaches, bases and realistic activities for a Fuerteventura holiday with babies, children or teenagers.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
What to Eat in Fuerteventura: Local Food Guide
Try Majorero cheese, goat, fresh fish, gofio, papas and island produce with practical advice on provenance and rural food stops.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Oasis Park Fuerteventura Tickets (2026): Prices, Bus & Camel Rides
Oasis Park, now Oasis Wildlife Fuerteventura, costs €41.50 for adults in 2026. Prices, camel and lemur experiences, the hotel bus from Jandía and Costa Calma, and hours.
3 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Best Hikes in Fuerteventura (2026): Calderón Hondo, Lobos, Pico de la Zarza & Tindaya Rules
Fuerteventura's best walks: Calderón Hondo, Isla de Lobos with its free LobosPass, Pico de la Zarza above Cofete and Barranco de las Peñitas, plus why you cannot climb Tindaya without permission.
3 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Gran Canaria guides
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Things to Do in Gran Canaria: Complete 2026 Guide
From Maspalomas dunes to Roque Nublo hikes and Las Palmas city life — the best experiences across Gran Canaria.
4 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Where to Stay in Gran Canaria: Best Areas in 2026
Resorts, quiet villages and city stays — the complete guide to choosing where to base yourself in Gran Canaria.
2 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Getting Around Gran Canaria (2026)
Compare buses, rental cars, taxis and tours for travelling between Gran Canaria Airport, Las Palmas, the southern resorts and mountain villages.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Gran Canaria Itinerary: 3, 5 or 7 Days
Combine Maspalomas, Las Palmas, mountain villages, beaches and the north in a realistic Gran Canaria itinerary.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Gran Canaria with Kids: Practical Family Guide
Plan Gran Canaria with children using family beaches, short excursions, realistic mountain journeys and the right base.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
What to Eat in Gran Canaria: Local Food Guide
Discover Gran Canaria food including cheeses, fish, gofio, tropical fruit, coffee, island wine and traditional dishes.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Best Hikes in Gran Canaria (2026): Roque Nublo Booking, Pico de las Nieves & More
Roque Nublo now needs a free booking, the La Goleta car park is closed and a shuttle bus takes you up. How that works, plus Pico de las Nieves, Roque Bentayga, Bandama and Charco Azul.
3 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
La Gomera guides
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La Gomera Day Trip: Ferry, Forests & Whales
How to visit La Gomera from Tenerife in one day — ferry routes, Garajonay forest, the whistled language and why the return ferry is sacred.
3 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Where to Stay in La Gomera (2026)
Compare San Sebastián, Valle Gran Rey, Playa de Santiago, Hermigua and rural La Gomera by ferry access, hiking and atmosphere.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Getting Around La Gomera (2026)
Plan La Gomera by rental car, guagua, taxi, ferry or tour while accounting for steep radial roads and hiking transfers.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
La Gomera Itinerary: 3, 5 or 7 Days
Combine Garajonay, Valle Gran Rey, northern villages, viewpoints and coastal time without underestimating La Gomera roads.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
La Gomera with Kids: Practical Family Guide
Plan family-friendly Garajonay walks, calm beaches, ferry journeys and mountain drives on La Gomera.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
What to Eat in La Gomera: Local Food Guide
Try almogrote, palm syrup, watercress stew, gofio, goat cheese, fish, sweets and Forastera Gomera wine.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Best Hikes in La Gomera (2026): Garajonay, El Cedro, Roque de Agando & Valle Gran Rey
La Gomera's best hikes: Garajonay's laurel forest and highest point, El Cedro, Roque de Agando and the walks down to Valle Gran Rey. No permits needed, but plan the transport.
4 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
La Graciosa guides
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La Graciosa Day Trip: Car-Free Island Paradise
How to visit the eighth Canary Island from Lanzarote — the 25-minute ferry, bikes on sand tracks, empty beaches and what to take.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Where to Stay in La Graciosa (2026)
Choose accommodation in Caleta de Sebo or a quieter La Graciosa stay, with practical advice on ferries, supplies and limited services.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Getting Around La Graciosa: Ferry, Bike and Taxi
Plan the Órzola ferry and compare walking, cycling and regulated taxi transfers on La Graciosa's unpaved tracks.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
La Graciosa Itinerary: 1, 2 or 3 Days
Plan a La Graciosa day trip or overnight stay with realistic ferry times, beaches, cycling distances and weather flexibility.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
La Graciosa with Kids: Practical Family Guide
Plan ferries, calm beaches, shade, bikes and short family routes for visiting La Graciosa with children.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
What to Eat in La Graciosa: Local Food Guide
Try fresh fish, seafood, papas, mojo and Lanzarote wine in Caleta de Sebo while planning around limited restaurant and shop choice.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
La Palma guides
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La Palma Travel Guide: Hiking, Stars & Volcanoes
Everything you need to plan a trip to La Palma — Caldera de Taburiente, stargazing, the Tajogaite eruption route and practical driving advice.
3 min read · Updated 28 September 2026
Where to Stay in La Palma (2026)
Compare Santa Cruz, Los Cancajos, Los Llanos, Tazacorte and rural La Palma by hiking access, weather and driving time.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Getting Around La Palma (2026)
Plan La Palma by rental car, bus, taxi or hiking transfer while accounting for steep roads, tunnels and trail logistics.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
La Palma Itinerary: 3, 5 or 7 Days
Plan Caldera de Taburiente, Roque de los Muchachos, volcanic landscapes, forests and beaches with realistic La Palma drives.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
La Palma with Kids: Practical Family Guide
Plan short forest walks, family beaches, volcanic viewpoints and stargazing on La Palma without overloading children.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
What to Eat in La Palma: Local Food Guide
Try Palmerian cheese, mojo, chicharrones, fish, goat, almonds, Príncipe Alberto, wines and traditional sweets.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Best Hikes in La Palma (2026): Caldera de Taburiente, Volcanoes & Los Tilos
La Palma's best hikes and how to reach them: the Caldera taxi to Los Brecitos, La Cumbrecita parking booking, the Ruta de los Volcanes, the guided-only Tajogaite crater and the Marcos y Cordero shuttle.
5 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Lanzarote guides
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15 Best Things to Do in Lanzarote (2026): Prices, Hours & Tips
Lanzarote's best sights with 2026 prices and hours: Timanfaya (€30), Jameos del Agua, Cueva de los Verdes, Manrique's houses and La Geria, planned by area.
8 min read · Updated 4 October 2026
Timanfaya Tickets & Bus Tour Guide (2026)
The Timanfaya bus tour (Volcano Route) is included in the €30 Montañas del Fuego ticket. How timed tickets, the bus, parking and guided tours from the resorts work.
4 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Jameos del Agua Tickets & Visitor Guide
Choose between general admission, Casa de los Volcanes and the Insólita experience, with practical access and timing advice.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Cueva de los Verdes Tickets & Visitor Guide
How to reserve the compulsory timed ticket, what the guided lava-tube route involves and who may find access difficult.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Papagayo Beaches: Access, Parking & Coves
Plan a day at Lanzarote's Papagayo coves, including road and walking access, parking, facilities, sea conditions and nearby Playa Blanca.
4 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
La Geria Wine Route: Wineries & Tours
Plan Lanzarote's volcanic wine route through La Geria, choose winery visits responsibly and combine the landscape with Timanfaya.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Where to Stay in Lanzarote (2026)
Choose between Puerto del Carmen, Playa Blanca, Costa Teguise, Arrecife and rural Lanzarote based on beaches, transport and atmosphere.
3 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Getting Around Lanzarote (2026)
Compare buses, rental cars, taxis, airport transfers and organised tours for travelling around Lanzarote without wasting holiday time.
2 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Lanzarote Itinerary: 3, 5 or 7 Days
Three, five or seven days in Lanzarote: Timanfaya, the Manrique sites, Papagayo and La Graciosa, plus the timed-entry tickets to book first.
2 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Lanzarote with Kids: Practical Family Guide (2026)
Plan a family trip to Lanzarote with age-aware attractions, calmer beaches, realistic drive times and practical advice for babies and children.
3 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Best Lanzarote Beaches for Wind and Waves (2026)
Choose a Lanzarote beach for swimming, families, surfing or a windy day, with sheltered alternatives and essential sea-safety advice.
2 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Things to Do in Lanzarote on a Rainy or Windy Day
A flexible Lanzarote bad-weather plan with museums, volcanic attractions, sheltered towns and sensible alternatives to beaches and boat trips.
2 min read · Published 2 August 2026
What to Eat in Lanzarote: Local Food Guide (2026)
Discover Lanzarote's local food, from papas arrugadas and mojo to fresh fish, goat cheese, traditional stews and volcanic Malvasía wine.
2 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Where to Eat in Lanzarote: Best Areas Explained
Choose where to eat in Lanzarote by atmosphere and location, from Arrecife and Famara to El Golfo, Puerto del Carmen and Playa Blanca.
2 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Lanzarote Restaurants for Families, Couples and Budgets
Use practical checks to choose Lanzarote restaurants for children, romantic meals or lower budgets without relying on outdated rankings.
2 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Lanzarote Teleclubs: Village Food, Local Culture & 10 Places to Try
How Lanzarote's teleclubs became village dining rooms, what to expect and 10 current places to check for an affordable taste of island life.
3 min read · Updated 8 September 2026
Timanfaya Tour vs Self-Drive: Which Should You Choose?
You can drive to Timanfaya, but not around its Volcano Route: a park coach does that part. Compare self-drive and guided tours by cost, time and stops.
3 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Best Hikes in Lanzarote (2026): Caldera Blanca, Volcanoes & Timanfaya Guided Walks
Lanzarote's best walks across the lava fields: Caldera Blanca, the short volcano loops of Los Volcanes Natural Park, Famara and the coast, and how to book Timanfaya's free guided walks.
3 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Tenerife guides
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18 Best Things to Do in Tenerife (2026): Prices, Hours & Tips
Tenerife's best things to do with 2026 prices: Teide cable car (€42), summit permit, Masca, Anaga, Siam Park and Loro Parque, and what to book ahead.
9 min read · Updated 4 October 2026
Mount Teide Permit 2026: Summit, Cable Car & Tenerife ON
The Mount Teide summit permit is separate from the cable car. Book PNT 10 through Tenerife ON; see 2026 fees, PNT 07 rules and sold-out options.
7 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Where to Stay in Tenerife: Best Areas in 2026
The complete guide to Tenerife's towns and resorts — south vs north, family hotels, nightlife and quiet escapes.
3 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Authentic Guachinches in Tenerife: What They Are & Where to Start
A practical guide to Tenerife's genuine guachinches: how to recognise one, what to order and 10 places in the official island directory to check before you go.
3 min read · Updated 8 September 2026
New Wine in the Canary Islands: San Martín & San Andrés 2026
When and where to taste the new wine in November 2026: San Martín in La Palma, the tablas of Icod de los Vinos and the cacharros of Puerto de la Cruz, with dates and practical tips.
5 min read · Updated 29 September 2026
Getting Around Tenerife (2026)
Compare rental cars, TITSA buses, trams, taxis and tours for travelling around Tenerife from either airport and every major resort.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Tenerife Itinerary: 3, 5 or 7 Days
Plan a realistic Tenerife itinerary covering Teide, the north, La Laguna, Anaga, beaches and whale watching without excessive driving.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Tenerife with Kids: Practical Family Guide
Plan Tenerife with children using realistic mountain days, family beaches, short journeys and age-aware advice for Teide and boat trips.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
What to Eat in Tenerife: Local Food Guide
Try Tenerife's traditional food responsibly, including guachinches, papas with mojo, local fish, goat, cheeses, gofio and island wines.
1 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Teide Tour vs Self-Drive: Which Option Is Better?
Compare visiting Mount Teide by rental car with a guided excursion for transport, sunset, stargazing, permits, cable-car access and flexibility.
3 min read · Published 2 August 2026
Siam Park & Loro Parque Tickets (2026): Prices, Twin Ticket & Buses
Siam Park and Loro Parque both cost €44 for adults in 2026; the Twin Ticket for both is €78. How the combo works, Fast Pass, free buses and when each park opens.
5 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Best Hikes in Tenerife (2026): Masca, Anaga, Teide & Which Need a Permit
Tenerife's best hikes and the rules that changed in 2026: Masca now needs a paid booking, a bus and a boat; El Pijaral and the Teide summit need permits. Routes, costs and how to get there.
6 min read · Updated 3 October 2026
Canaries-wide planning
How to Get to the Canary Islands: Flights, Airports & Routes (2026)
Which airport to fly into for each island, direct routes from the UK and Europe, inter-island flights vs ferries, and how to find the cheapest fares.
3 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Canary Islands Island Hopping: Ferries & Itineraries
How to combine Tenerife, La Gomera, Lanzarote and more using inter-island ferries — routes, timings and sample 7-day plans.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Best Time to Visit the Canary Islands
Month-by-month weather, sea temperatures, wind and calima patterns, and when islanders would actually book their trip.
3 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Cheapest Canary Island in 2026: Budget Comparison
Which is the cheapest Canary Island? Compare the main islands for accommodation, food, transport and activities, with practical ways to reduce the total cost.
2 min read · Updated 1 August 2026
Canary Islands Packing List: What to Bring in 2026
What to pack for the Canary Islands — layers for the microclimates, the shoes that matter, volcano-day kit and the things you should leave at home.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
How to Get Around the Canary Islands: Transport Guide
Flights, ferries, car rental and buses — the resident rules for inter-island and on-island transport in the Canaries.
2 min read · Updated 17 August 2026
Canary Islands Food Guide: What to Eat (2026)
What to eat in the Canary Islands: papas arrugadas and mojo, gofio, three protected cheeses, Atlantic fish and volcanic wine — and how to order them well.
7 min read · Published 6 August 2026
Canary Islands Whale Watching: Which Boat Should You Choose?
Choose between small boats, catamarans and larger whale-watching vessels by comfort, group size, shade, departure harbour and wildlife policy.
3 min read · Updated 21 September 2026
Canary Islands Airport Transfer vs Taxi, Bus or Rental Car
Compare private transfers, airport taxis, public buses and rental cars for every Canary Island by party size, arrival time, luggage and trip plans.
3 min read · Published 2 August 2026