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The Atlantic has arms that soothe and the area of El Caletón, in the north of Tenerife, more than proves it. Just beside the San Miguel Castle (16th Century) and with the imposing presence of the famous rock, symbol of the Garachico eruption of 1706 when this was the most important port in Tenerife, this area of pure lava offers the perfect combination of open sea and calm large rock pools for the whole family, just metres away from all the services you need for a lovely day out.

The intense blue of the Atlantic Ocean is turned into a subtle colour palette in the main bathing area of San Juan de la Rambla, in the north of Tenerife. La Laja rock pool can be seen from the lookout point of the same name and cries out to be photographed from a variety of angles, enticing you to walk down the steps as quickly as possible to submerge yourself in the calm, crystal waters, protected from the rough sea by the volcanic rocks that surround it.

Regardless of the strength of the waves in the open sea, a visit to the natural pools of Bajamar, in the north-east of Tenerife, is something that will always delight the senses. There are two large pools and a smaller one for children, a golden sand beach protected from the sea and many nearby services. All this combines to make a visit to the coastal part of La Laguna, whose city centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site, a real pleasure.

Two kilometers of many diverse natural swimming pools, two of which are well sheltered from the open seas, make Punta Mujeres in the north east of Lanzarote a reference point on the island. In a fishing village of white houses which still maintains the traditional touch, visitors and residents of all ages will enjoy the many different sensations of that ideal mix of sun, lava and delightful ocean. The human hand is only in evidence in some manmade access steps and sunbathing areas. The rest is pure nature topped with a sprinkle of salt.

Much larger than it looks from the start of the access walk, this large and pretty double pool located in the Arucas municipality of North Gran Canaria guarantees calm bathing by the Atlantic Ocean. From above it is shaped like a person carved into the rock by the gods.

The best proposals and plans to do during the month of January in the Canary Islands

Situated in the north east of El Hierro, the town of Valverde is the social, administrative and religious centre of the island and was founded at the end of the 15th Century, during the initial stages of the conquest of the Canaries. Before gaining political independence in the 19th Century, it belonged to the Counts of La Gomera.

This hamlet in the central highlands of Gran Canaria is named after the abundance of canes that grows in the area and was once famous for the cane roofs and huts made by it’s weavers.Today they focus on baskets and brushes. A small hamlet but one full of charm and surrounded by impressive mountain landscapes: Its whitewashed and tiled houses seem to cling to the mountainside.

Tejeda, is the central highlands of Gran Canaria, is an almond town; its famous, traditional desserts all contain this healthy nut. In the shade of Roque Nublo and surrounded by valleys, the town is tranquil and charming and the perfect place for a rural retreat far from bustle and stress. Let the beauty of the mountains and the natural beauty of the area soothe your troubles away.

If you are looking for a driving tour with heritage, religious and natural gems in Gran Canaria, this is one of the best. Departing from the modern and cosmopolitan city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, full of charming corners, we pass through the picturesque village of Santa Brígida, where we find the natural monument of the Caldera de Bandama, and arrive at Tejeda, in the summits of the island, to ascend to the roof of Gran Canaria: the Pico de las Nieves. The route ends in the second city of the island, Telde, where we find a rich heritage.