Canary Islands

With year-round good weather, the Canary Islands are a sun-seekers paradise and one of the most popular winter sun destinations in Europe if you're looking to top up your tan! Volcanic and rocky, the landscape of the Canary Islands is unique and other-worldly, with volcanoes, black sand beaches and popular resorts and towns waiting to be explored. While the majority of people who visit the Canary Islands prefer to relax on the beach, there are some real hidden gems to be found if you're willing to get off the beaten track and discover the lesser-known spots. Read our guides to the beautiful Canary Islands of Spain here and plan your trip to the sunny islands of Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Tenerife and Lanzarote, as well as a number of smaller islands.

27September 21, 2023

The first time I visited the Canary Islands, I was 16 and staying in an all-inclusive hotel…

20September 21, 2023

When I returned from Australia at the end of January and plunged straight back into the British…