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The first settlers of the Canary Islands made ceramic pieces using techniques that have been passed down to us through the ages. The most curious feature is that even today, this pottery is made without a wheel, using the same technique as that employed by the indigenous people: urdido, a method consisting of modelling using rolls or “churros”. The pieces, with a multitude of shapes depending on the uses, are made using clay from volcanic soils. Discovering the ceramics, and even taking part in the courses organised by the potters in their workshops, is a wonderful experience for connecting to the essence of the Canary Islands.

Thanks to the bounty of the climate and the volcanic soil, the aloe vera that grows in the Canary Islands has superior qualities to that found in other places. The ancient indigenous people were aware of its healing properties: it relieves pain and heals, is a natural antiseptic and antiallergen… Today it is sold in numerous formats on the islands, and has become a veritable Canarian icon for improving your wellbeing.

Patrick Lange, who has won the world Ironman championship twice, is proud of being the first athlete break the eight-hour mark - KONA - to finish the world’s toughest challenge. The triathlete, who has trained in both Gran Canaria and Lanzarote, describes the islands as “perfect for winter training with everything to be great training bases”.

They say that La Palma has the best sky in the world for stargazing, but do you know where the best spots are on the island for wannabe astronomers?