VIP Upgrades Top Summer Destinations 2015 – Tenerife

Tenerife, the Canary Islands

So little time, so many places to go! It’s hard to choose holiday destinations to visit, but for a lot of us good weather is key. What is it that inspires us to travel to a certain destination? Is it the weather, the culture, the food or all of the above? I think for the majority of us we want to get a good mix of sun, sea and fun with great food, entertainment and activities. There are not that many places that provide the right mix of everything.

Having said that there is one destination that is a favourite for all of us at VIPUpgrades – Tenerife in the Canary islands. Tenerife is a rugged and volcanic island. It is the largest and most populous of the seven Canary Islands. The islands are located off the cost of North West Africa and it boasts Spain’s highest point – Mount Tiede. Tenerife is an island of extraordinary diversity and a wonderful marriage of Spain and Africa. The weather is warm all year around but unlike other parts pf mainland Europe it is not baking hot. There is so much to do. There are so many activities to take part in. There are numerous water parks such as Siam Park, amazing hiking, dolphin and whale watching, surfing, diving. The restaurants are top quality without the price tag, whether it’s the amazing seafood at the restaurant Masia del Mar

in La Caleta or the more refined Rincon del Arroz in Los Cristianos, there is plenty of choice.

Another interesting element of the island is how different the North is to the south. The south is where most tourists visit, largely because the weather is guaranteed to be good. However there is also plenty to see in the north. The capital Santa Cruz is quite charming – a mix of Spain, Africa and South America all rolled into the one. The city has real personality and is well worth a visit. It boasts some lovely and interesting architecture such as the Opera House. The little streets at the centre of the city are teaming with shops and wonderful restaurants. The botanical gardens are also well worth a visit.

We love Tenerife and we feel it is has so much to offer at any time of year. Traditionally a winter holiday spot, why not visit in the summer.

Let us know your favourite destinations, we’d love to hear about them.