Flights - Tenerife, an Introduction

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only 62 miles off the western coast of Africa, there is a unique volcanic island of Tenerife. The largest of the seven Canary Islands, its location ensures a relatively temperate climate year round, providing the island of exceptional beauty can be enjoyed throughout the year.

Before the Spanish conquest in the 15th century, the history of Tenerife was a mixture of mysterious myths and ancient traditions. After that the island was mainly used as a post is Spanish for travel to America and Africa.

While Tenerife is one of Spain's 17 autonomous communities, slave culture far different from their mainland counterparts.

One of the most striking aspects of the Tenerife Government to take measures to ensure their lushes utopia still protecting nearly half of the island. For example, a posters and high-rise residential building development is now prohibited, thus maintaining the island 167 miles of beautiful coastline.

warm crystal waters are the Atlantic coast of Tenerife a favorite among scuba divers, wind surfers and jet-skiers alike. For a more laid back traveler, this was not without its abundance of pristine white beaches!

For a more cultural focus is the wealth of ancient architecture and the locals are very hospitable when it comes to sharing their native folk music, cuisine and art. There is a diverse collection of museums, theaters and concerts.

Tenerife truly experience the culture in full swing though to ensure your fall during one of the island's many festivals, which bring together Spanish, African and Latin American influences, resulting in a truly unique carnivals which often spill out all over the night streets.