Category Archives: Spain

I dined out every night in Tenerife, but nothing was as memorable as the experience at Guachinche Las Chozas. Truly, this was the best food had within all of the Canary Islands. To understand this place is to know what … Continue reading →

Nestled in the northern hills of Tenerife is a charming village called La Orotava. Its winding alleyways are a wonder to wander and get lost, to find the loveliest details. Quaint colonial architecture can be found around every bend, with … Continue reading →

Along the lava spiked coast and through the cactus speckled badlands, hiking within Malpais de Guimar is a treat for those traveling to Tenerife. There are multiple trails and trailheads to explore, combing them covers over six miles of trails. … Continue reading →

An arrow of white concrete shoots towards the sky in the northeast coast of Tenerife. One of seven along the islands coast, Punta del Hidalgo Lighthouse sits on a volcanic platform jutting half a mile out into the sea. Completed … Continue reading →

Mystical and magnificent, the towering Drago Milenario worshipped by the ancient Guanche people of Tenerife is the natural symbol of the island. Native to the Canary archipelago, the dragon tree isn’t exactly a tree, but a tree-like plant in the … Continue reading →

Restricted access? I’m intrigued. What is so incredible about Punta de Teno that visitors are only allowed to drive in three days a week? The western most tip of Tenerife is a dreamy place, can you imagine the sunset sinking … Continue reading →

The highest point in Spain is not on the Iberian Peninsula, but the Canary Islands. At the center of Tenerife raising 12,198 feet into the sky, Mount Teide dominates the panorama from just about anywhere on the island. Not only … Continue reading →

The most ancient portion of Tenerife Island is in its northeastern corner, the Anaga Mountains. Precarious twisting roads meandering through humid laurel forests that characterize the peninsula are so dense they darken even the brightest of days. The magical quality … Continue reading →

If your perfectly balanced day consists of climbing a mountain then relaxing on the beach, Tenerife has got quite the duo. The Special Nature Reserve Red Mountain, known locally as Montana Roja, is located in the southern part of the … Continue reading →

One of the most unexpected and intriguing places in the Canary Islands, Natural Monument Montaña Amarilla is a must see on any Tenerife itinerary. Whether you’re looking for a hike or a lounge, the scenery in this area is incredible … Continue reading →