Why choose the Canary Islands?
You’re interested in finding a sunny destination and you don’t quite know what to choose? First, think about what you want from your vacation. Do you want to sit on a beach, swim in the ocean and get a tan? Do you want to party all night long, wake up late in the morning and then go shopping and start all over again? Do you want a place where you as a family can relax but also sightsee? Let us tell you a not so well-kept secret… the Canary Islands have everything you could possibly want.
The Beaches
The beaches on Fuerteventura are the most stunning beaches in the Canary Islands. If you want to surf, then Lanzarote is the best place to do this. Remember to wear sunscreen and cover your head if you are out and about during the day. Drink lots of fluids and don’t eat too many fatty foods, you could get sick from the heat.
The Nightlife
Ibiza is great and the atmosphere is vibrant, but La Canaria is much more refined and wild at the same time. Meet people from all over the world and enjoy a drink and a dance with them. The Yumbo center is the largest entertainment center on this island – almost empty during the day, the people start coming around 8 PM. You can shop, go to bars, and eat – all right there at the Yumbo.
Eating
If you like fish you will love the Canary Islands. Sancocho is a dish made with a type of bass that is boiled with potatoes and served with a spicy sauce. The Canary Islands have their famous sauces called mojos – choose from spicy or green to put on your fish and potatoes. For desert, spoil your taste buds with an almond cream desert with a touch of lemon.
A Little Something for the Children
Your children will not get bored in the Canary Islands. You can take them to aquariums, such as the one on the Lanzarote Island, to the zoo or on various hikes to show them the arid beauties of the Canary Islands. If you want to give them the adventure of their lifetime, there is a Yellow Submarine on Lanzarote Island that will dive to the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean and offer you and your children the most amazing view you could experience.
Author Bio: Paul Estcott is a freelance writer who enjoys travelling and sharing his experiences with the world. For great accommodation in the Canary Islands, he recommends www.whitebeachholidays.com
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