Choose the Best Canary Island to Suit You

The Canary Islands offer something for everyone with glorious beaches, exhilarating water sports and animal attractions. We take a look at what each island is famous for as choosing which one to visit can be tricky.

Fuerteventura is a haven for water sports enthusiasts hoping to get wet and wild on their holiday with its idyllic climate and sea conditions. You'll find plenty of of teaching schools here whether it's surfing, windsurfing or kitesurfing that gets your pulse rating.

Tenerife is famous for its party atmosphere, all inclusive hotels and late night bars, however the island offers much more than margaritas for couples looking for a romantic getaway. Head north away from the resorts of Playa de Las Americas and Los Cristianos for a more sobering experience and to witness the true beauty of this volcanic island.

There is an array of scenic walks to enjoy with that special someone from the impressive views of Mount Teide, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, to its unusual lunar landscape. Ideal for a quieter, more romantic sunbathing experience, the black sand beaches also offer an interesting alternative to their imported siblings in the south.

Lanzarote offers a variety of super slides, natural wonders and Wild West-themed thrills for your kids to enjoy, so you'll certainly be in their good books. The resorts of Puerto del Carmen and Playa Blanca offer water sports galore, while both you and the kids will be able to get soaked at the AquaPark Lanzarote, which offers a wide range of slides and flumes.

Palmitos Park in Gran Canaria is the best zoo and botanical park that the Canaries have to offer and is a great day out for families. In addition to impressive dolphin shows, which are held throughout the day, visitors can see more than 1,500 exotic birds and 4,000 species of fish, as well as komodo dragons, gibbons and meerkats.

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