Are the Canary Islands Still a Top Winter Holiday Destination?
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Are the Canary Islands Still a Top Winter Holiday Destination?
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Many people are looking to book winter breaks this year as, due to the recession; they have missed out on their usual summer holiday. One of the age old popular winter destinations has to be the Canary Islands. This Spanish territory is located just of the west coast of Africa and is of volcanic origin. Its east Atlantic location ensures the summers are hot and the winters are mild and inviting.
The islands comprise of Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Tenerife, Fuerteventura, La Gomera, La Palma, and the lesser known El Hierro, and each one has their own individual personality. From giant sand dunes and lush pine forests to sub-tropical flora, mountain peaks, endless beaches and cosy coves.
Tenerife and Gran Canaria are the most popular of the Canaries and offer varied holidays for all ages, there’s something for the older generation, for families and the young party goers alike.
Lanzarote is the next favourite and has beautiful golden or white sands; Papagayo beach on its southern tip is probably the most beautiful and benefits from some of the best weather. Holidaymakers looking for cheap holidays to the Canary Islands over the winter months often choose Lanzarote due to its low annual rainfall.
Fuerteventura picks up the trade winds and warm Sahara breeze making it extremely popular with water sports enthusiasts, in particular wind surfers. It has some of the largest sand dunes you are ever likely to see and also some of the most beautiful.
La Gomera is one of the smaller lesser known of the islands and is often only visited by day trippers on boat excursions from Tenerife. The island is lush and green and its highest peak is often shrouded in cloud, making conditions perfect for growing vegetation. It is especially favoured by keen walkers who enjoy the tranquillity, stunning scenery and warm hospitality.
La Palma is the furthest north west of the islands and also the fifth largest. It is again predominately a walking destination as it is a mass of vibrant colour. The lively flora and fauna stand out against the greenery of the forests and the bright blue sea offsets the dark volcanic sands to perfection.
Finally, the most south westerly island is El Hierro, well off the beaten track and visited by only a handful of walkers every year.
Cheap holidays to the Canary Islands will always be popular with British holidaymakers, no matter how many new destinations spring up to tempt them away.
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