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El Palmar is found in the north-west of Tenerife, in a fertile valley from which it gets its name. You could say that it is the ‘capital’ of the Teno Rural Park and a starting point to explore the old Monte del Agua forest or climb the peaks of Baracán or Talavera cliffs. The local economy is based on agriculture, wickerwork and palm leaf weaves, and there is often a noticeable smell of freshly milled gofio - a local roasted grain flour that has been made in the Canaries for centuries.

The shadow of Teide is a very impressive view for visitors to Tenerife, but what are the best ways to enjoy it?

What was once a luxurious refuge for seals has become one of the most attractive places to visit in Fuerteventura. To get to the islet of Lobos, in the north of Fuerteventura, you simply need to take a 20-minute boat ride across from Corralejo. From the jetty, a 10-minute walk will take you to the Puertito de Lobos, a small collection of white fishing shacks with blue doors, and the only populated part of this virgin island.

In La Palma, the path traced in the stars has been materialized so that everyone who wants to can stop, walk it and reconcile with their surroundings before returning to their usual universe.

Fuerteventura could be described in a single word: beaches. Describing the incredible vista of Sotavento is easy: it's the islands best known beach in the world. Just its length, about nine kilometres, leaves visitors speechless. At low tide, the island gains so much land that some residents doubt that Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands. The huge lagoons that are created at low tide, the constant sunshine and infinite golden sand make it worthy of another synonym: paradise.

Playa Grande is the section of Las Canteras beach sheltered by the reef that is safe for anybody to don a snorkel and explore the bay’s varied marine life. Right in the heart of Las Palmas city in northeast Gran Canaria the white sands and turquoise waters of Las Canteras are a favourite spot for anyone looking to snorkel or dive in the Canary Islands.

Puerto Naos is the biggest beach on the island of La Palma. It is in the south-west of the island in the main tourist hotspot of the same name. Well-known for the high quality of its services it has been flying a blue flag since 2007, making it one of the most important beaches on La Palma. It is also meeting point for paragliding enthusiasts as it is an ideal spot for practising this aerial sport during a beach holiday.

Maspalomas beach is in south Gran Canaria flanked by the Maspalomas Dunes Nature Reserve and Maspalomas resort. With calm seas and three kilometres of golden sand, and the wide range of hotels and apartments available nearby, Maspalomas is an ideal family holiday destination and the perfect place to spend days in the sunshine. For a romantic experience head to the dunes in the evening and watch the sun set behind Maspalomas lighthouse.

Located in the north-east of Fuerteventura, the El Jablito beach is an ideal dive site for beginners and for those looking for a calm and relaxing diving experience. With a maximum depth of fifteen metres, El Jablito is protected from currents by the shape of the land, ensuring that is possible to dive all year round. The spot can be accessed from the beach, where the water is shallow and the seabed is a mixture of sandy and rocky areas.

For both experienced and beginner divers who want to discover the 'nightlife' of the island of El Hierro, the southern locality of La Restinga is an excellent dive spot. The depths around the entrance to the fishing port of La Restinga have great visibility and the marine life there is ideal for night dives. Its rocky bottom is home to kaleidoscopic angel fish, multi-coloured lobsters and sand eels with their penetrating gaze.