Canary Island Vacations

When the cold takes hold many of us crave winter shining sun and for many the canary islands are an ideal holiday location. Only a convenient four hour flight from the Uk, the Canaries boast all year long sunshine, and are a well known holiday spot for both British, and other Europeans alike.
There are seven islands which make up the canary islands and they’re: Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, La Palma, Tenerife, Lanzarote, El Hierro and La Gomera. Without doubt the most popular of the islands are Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Tenerife, however La Gomera is rapidly catching up.
The Canaries, located just off the coast of Africa, boast many of the most amazing beaches in Europe and individuals come from far and wide to enjoy the gorgeous scenery and lively nightlife. Each island is different so if you have visited one island then don’t presume the others are going to be like it.
For a fun packed holiday with plenty of night life then the best islands to visit are Tenerife, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria. For a more casual, relaxed holiday then try the island of Fuerteventura which has some spectacular beaches to be discovered and an abundance of lovely restaurants and bars. If water sports are your thing then again Fuerteventura is your best bet as it is also home of the yearly wind surfing championships held in Jandia.
Both El Hierro and La Palma are pretty much untouched by tourism, and the island of La Gomera seems to be the next up and coming island for tourism and well worth a visit.
All round if you’re looking for a winter get away then canary islands vacation are by far the most convenient and with February being there only rainy month, you are more or less guaranteed sunshine throughout the cold winter months – Try the Canary Islands this winter for some winter sunshine!