For sunny weather, great beaches and fascinating cultures, an increasingly popular destination is the Canary Islands, which currently receive around 12 million visitors a year. With popular holiday destinations such as Gran Canaria, Tenerife and Lanzarote, why not take the opportunity to spend time on more than one island by turning it into a cruise holiday?
There is so much to see in the Canary Islands that you don’t need to spend the entire time of your excursion on the beach. Tenerife is home to the Teide National Park, which is the oldest and largest park within the group of islands. The entire island has a variety of different climates that make it an incredibly interesting place; the north side of the island is heavily vegetated while the south side is arid. Located in the national park is Mount Teide, an impressive active volcano. It hasn’t erupted since 1909, but its destructive history and popularity make it an exciting place to visit.
Las Canteras beach is located in the center of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which is the capital of Gran Canaria. This beach is a protected area and diving zone and is the perfect beach to visit if you want to enjoy both beach and city life without traveling miles and miles.
If you want to visit all of these incredible sites without the hassle of trying to find and budget for many different methods of transportation, then a cruise is perfect for you; many depart directly from the UK so there are no flights involved, and the tour company will incorporate tours and trips to various islands for you. A cruise is the perfect choice for a luxury vacation with minimal hassle and maximum experience.
A trip to the Canary Islands can also be the perfect choice for a warm and relaxing place to celebrate some of the coldest occasions of the year. Try something different for New Year’s Day and spend it in the Canary Islands taking advantage of the Christmas packages that are available. Or even celebrate Valentine’s Day with that special someone on a luxury cruise; explore the islands by day and enjoy the luxuries of cruising by night.
Whether you choose to go during the winter or the summer, it doesn’t matter, the Canary Islands enjoy the sun all year round. And whether you want to stay on board or enjoy each excursion, a cruise can offer you either option with minimal hassle, adding up to a truly great vacation.
