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How la Graciosa became the eighth Canary Island a year ago

La Graciosa is a beautiful slip of earth measuring 29 km2 and with only 750 inhabitants in the Canary archipelago. Previously administered by Lanzarote, a year ago it officially became the eighth Canary Island and joined the European continent by popular demand, in order to better preserve its environment.

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La Puntilla Beach

At 1,400 metres long and 30 metres wide, this beach is the largest in La Gomera. Divided into two by rocks, it has black sand and calm, transparent water. Its seabed is very high quality and great for diving.

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Playa de La Cueva

A track next to the pier in San Sebastián de La Gomera, on the east of the island, takes you to La Cueva, one of the two beaches in the capital city. With dark sand and calm seas, it has the perfect conditions for a wonderful day at the beach with friends or family. The views are truly spectacular: this little spot on La Gomera affords one of the best views of Mount Teide. It is perfect for disconnecting, enjoying the silence, the sun and a dip in the crystal-clear water, in a truly relaxing atmosphere.

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El Castillo

Located in the municipality of Puerto de la Cruz, this is an easily accessible beach with dark sand. Its dimensions are 250 metres by 40 metres. The moderate waves and urban location make it perfect for all the family.

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La Jaquita beach

Located in the town of El Ménado, Granadilla de Abona, this spot is about 40 minutes by car from Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Like most spots on the island, the light brown beach is a mixture of sand and rocks. It’s a comfortable and quiet place that enjoys Blue Flag status thanks to the quality of the local water and the range of services on offer.

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Troya beach

One of the most popular beaches in Tenerife, this spot is divided into two: Playa de Troya I and Playa de Troya II. These two areas are the oldest parts of the Costa Adeje. The urban spots are often busy thanks to the proximity of local hotels and apartments.

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Las Nieves Beach

Located in front of the old Algaete pier, this spot is made up of rounded stones and crystal clear water. It’s one of the few beaches in the municipality that can be easily accessed. The dimensions of the spot are 500 metres by 20 metres. Along the local promenade there are a wide variety of bars and restaurants to enjoy something to eat between swims.

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Melenara Beach

Located in the town of Telde, this is a Blue Flag beach that’s 350 metres long. It’s of volcanic origin, and there are a variety of services on offer which make it perfect for all the family. There’s a free spa, a picnic area, and a playground for children.

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San Sebastián Beach

Located in the heart of the town which shares its name, San Sebastián beach in La Gomera is 600 metres long and has fantastic volcanic sand. You can swim in the local, transparent water and enjoy spectacular views of the island of Tenerife and the Teide volcano at the same time. You can also find restaurants and shops nearby. These places are great for food as well as retail therapy.

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Bodega Las Tirajanas

Bodegas Las Tirajanas está situada en la localidad de Tunte, en la comarca sur de la isla de Gran Canaria. Sus vinos se elaboran con las cosechas que los socios de la bodega aportan desde diferentes zonas de la isla, donde se recogen uvas caracterizadas por varios microclimas. Esta bodega está abierta todos los días a las visitas (excepto festivos) y ofrece dos alternativas para conocer las instalaciones y probar sus ocho tipos de vinos, que se elaboran con uvas de las variedades blanca, malvasía, verijadiego, albillo, verdello, listán y moscatel.