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What to do in southern Tenerife as a couple
A slow itinerary between beaches, sunsets over the cliffs and quiet evenings — ideas for couples who want the south without the chaos.
Beaches
Quiet beaches in southern Tenerife for couples over 50
Sheltered coves, easy access and services close by: where to find calm and mild water in the south of the island.
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7 mistakes that make you spend double in Tenerife
Restaurants, car rental, cash withdrawals, excursions and shopping: seven traps that inflate the holiday bill, and how to sidestep them.
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Tenerife in winter: the island where you swim in December
Sun, a 22° sea and zero crowds: why Northern Europe picks Tenerife when it's freezing back home.
Where to eat
Where to eat in Tenerife like a local (and not like a tourist)
Guachinches, mojo and fresh fish: the spots where residents actually eat, far from the tourist menus along the seafront.
Things to do
Things to do in Tenerife: 5 experiences worth the trip
Mount Teide, the ocean, villages and green landscapes: five things to do in Tenerife to experience the island beyond the beach.
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Where to stay in Tenerife without a car: 5 best areas
Choosing the right base matters more than renting a car: find out where to stay in Tenerife if you want to explore without driving every day.
Things to do
Taganana and Anaga: hiking and black beaches in northern Tenerife
Tenerife's most remote village, the scenic Las Vueltas trail and the black beaches of Almáciga and Benijo — the practical guide to planning the day.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife: what to see in the capital in a day
A historic market, the Auditorio that symbolises the island, one of the largest urban parks in the Canary Islands and a golden-sand beach — all in one day, no car needed.
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How much does a week in Tenerife cost? A real budget by category
Accommodation, food, transport and paid activities: the real budget for a week in Tenerife, with a practical worked example and real prices for the most popular excursions.
Beaches
Tenerife's most beautiful beaches: the complete guide
Golden sand in the south, black sand in the north: the complete guide to Tenerife's beaches, with Blue Flag status, windsurfing and where to go based on who you are.
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When to visit Tenerife: the right month for you
Climate and sea temperature month by month, the north-south difference, the calima and when it costs less: how to pick the right month for sea, budget or winter sun.
Things to do
The best excursions in Tenerife: which to choose and how to plan them
Whales, Mount Teide, boat trips, La Gomera and quads: the best excursions in Tenerife and how to choose them without overfilling your trip.
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Tenerife in 7 days: the complete itinerary
A day-by-day itinerary for a week in Tenerife: Teide, Anaga, the north, the capital and the beaches, with or without a car, when to go and what it costs.
Where to eat
What to eat in Tenerife: the typical dishes to try
Papas arrugadas with mojo, gofio, fish, conejo en salmorejo, cheeses, desserts and volcanic wines: the typical Canarian dishes to try and where to find them.
Where to eat
Where to eat in the south of Tenerife: the areas and how to choose
Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos, Los Abrigos, El Médano: where to eat well in the south of Tenerife, area by area, without falling for the seafront traps.
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Car hire in Tenerife: how to choose it, insurance and driving tips
When you need a car, where to pick it up, which insurance to choose and how to drive in Tenerife without surprises: the practical car-hire guide.
Things to do
Tenerife with kids: the family guide
Where to stay, the parks (Siam Park, Loro Parque, Aqualand), safe beaches, what to do by age and in bad weather, and when to go: the Tenerife guide for families.
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Boat trips in Tenerife: catamaran, Los Gigantes and how to choose
Catamaran, sailing and sunset: where boat trips in Tenerife depart, what you see (Los Gigantes, Masca, whales) and how to choose the right one.
Beaches
Tenerife natural pools: where and how
The Tenerife charcos: El Caletón, Bajamar, Punta del Hidalgo, Isla Cangrejo. Where they are, which are supervised for families and how to enjoy them safely.
What to do
Climbing Teide: cable car, permit and tips
How to climb Teide: cable car to 3,555 m, the summit permit via Tenerife ON, by car or on foot, indicative prices, weather and practical tips.
Things to do
Watersports in Tenerife: surf, windsurf, kitesurf and where to do them
El Médano for windsurf and kite, La Tejita and Las Américas for surfing, SUP and diving: watersports in Tenerife, where to do them and how to start.
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Golf in Tenerife: the courses, when to play and how to organise it
Nine courses, mild weather all year and green fees for every budget: why Tenerife is a winter golf destination, which courses to choose and how to organise it.
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North or south Tenerife: which to choose
North or south Tenerife? Climate, beaches, areas to stay, airports and who each coast suits: the practical guide to choosing where to stay.
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Free things to do in Tenerife
Beaches, natural pools, the Teide Park, trails, towns, viewpoints and starry skies: the best free things to do in Tenerife, and where you do pay.
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What to pack for Tenerife
The Tenerife packing checklist: what to always bring, what you need for the Teide and beaches, what changes month by month and how much for a week.
Where to eat
Guachinches in Tenerife: the guide
What guachinches in Tenerife are (own wine, a few dishes, seasonal), what you eat, where to find them in the north and how to spot a genuine one.
What to do
Whale watching in Tenerife: the guide
Whale and dolphin watching in Tenerife: resident pilot whales and dolphins all year, where the boats leave from and how to choose a responsible tour.
Beaches
Playa de las Teresitas: the golden beach
The golden Saharan sand, the calm water protected by the breakwater, the facilities and how to get there: the guide to Playa de las Teresitas, near Santa Cruz.
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How to get around Tenerife without a car
TITSA buses, the tram, the ten+ card to save money, the useful lines and organised trips: the guide to getting around Tenerife without a car, cheaply.
What to do
Stargazing in Tenerife
The Teide Park is a Starlight Destination with 300+ clear-sky nights: what you can see, when to go and how to stargaze for free or with a guided tour.
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La Laguna: what to see in the UNESCO city in a day
Tenerife's former capital: a UNESCO old town, Canarian colonial architecture and wooden patios. What to see on foot and how to get there by tram from Santa Cruz.
Where to eat
Eating cheap in Tenerife: how to pay less at restaurants
Menú del día, dishes to share and checking the bill: the tricks to bring the cost down in Tenerife without giving up good food.
Beaches
Tenerife's black-sand beaches: the finest and how to enjoy them
Volcanic sand, cliffs and Atlantic waves: the best black-sand beaches in Tenerife by area (north and south-west), with practical tips and safety notes.
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Tenerife for the first time: the complete guide
The umbrella guide to your first trip: when to go, where to stay, how to get around, what to see, where to eat and how much Tenerife costs, with links to every guide.
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Puerto de la Cruz: what to see and do
Northern Tenerife's tourist capital: Lago Martiánez, Playa Jardín, old town, the Botanical Garden and Loro Parque, within a stroll and with the Teide behind.
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How to get to Tenerife: flights, airports and transfers
The two airports (South TFS and North TFN), where to fly from, the ferries and how to reach your accommodation by bus, taxi, car or transfer: the practical guide.
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Garachico: the town reborn from lava
The northern Tenerife town reborn after the 1706 eruption: El Caletón and its lava pools, the Castillo de San Miguel and a postcard old town.
What to do
Masca: the village, the gorge and how to get there
The most spectacular village in Tenerife, among the Teno mountains: what to see, the gorge trail (booking and helmet) and how to get there now by bus.
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Tenerife in 3 days: the perfect day-by-day itinerary
Teide, the north (Anaga, La Laguna, Santa Cruz) and the south-west (Los Gigantes, a boat trip and beaches): the day-by-day itinerary for a weekend in Tenerife.
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What to buy in Tenerife: typical products and where it's cheaper
Mojo, wine, aloe vera and crafts, plus the IGIC tax advantage and the customs allowances: what to buy in Tenerife and where it's really worth it.
What to do
Diving in Tenerife: where to dive, what you see and how to start
The best sites (El Puertito, Las Galletas, Radazul), turtles and the angelshark, water temperature and the no-licence try-dive: diving in Tenerife.
Things to do
Nightlife in the south of Tenerife: where to go out at night
The areas, the cocktail bars, the beach clubs at sunset and the clubs: where to go out at night in the south of Tenerife, for every kind of night, with times and tips.
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Tenerife for couples: the most romantic experiences and where to dine
Ocean sunsets, a romantic dinner, stars at Teide, a sunset boat trip, secluded coves and a spa for two: the guide to a romantic getaway.
Saving
How to save money in Tenerife: transport, payments, discounts and a card
Transport, fee-free payments, activities and a discount card: the tricks that work to spend less in Tenerife without giving anything up.
Things to do
Spa and wellness in Tenerife: circuits, massages and thalassotherapy
Wellness circuits and thalassotherapy, massages and treatments, hotel spas open to non-guests too: how to enjoy wellness in Tenerife and when to book.
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Parks in Tenerife: Siam Park, Loro Parque and Aqualand compared
Siam Park, Loro Parque and Aqualand: what to expect from each, indicative prices and how to choose based on kids, time available and budget.
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Tenerife on a budget: how to plan a cheap holiday
The umbrella guide to saving: how to spend little on travel, accommodation, transport, food and activities and enjoy Tenerife without emptying your wallet.
Things to do
Los Gigantes: cliffs, sea and how to plan your day
The most spectacular cliffs in the south-west: viewpoint, harbour, boat to Masca, whale watching and ocean sunsets — how to plan your visit.
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What to book before travelling to Tenerife
Teide, Masca, whale watching, parks and car hire: a checklist of what to lock in before you leave and what to decide on the island.
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Sahara dust in Tenerife: what calima is and how it affects your trip
Sahara dust in Tenerife: what calima is, official AEMET/air-quality checks, and what to change for Teide, sea and excursions.
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What to do in Tenerife when it rains
Rain in Tenerife: microclimates, verified museums, and what not to sell as a rain plan B.
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Is Tenerife expensive? What it really costs
Is Tenerife expensive? Not necessarily: it depends on the area, season and style. What's cheap, what pushes the bill up and how to save on your trip.
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