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Playa Grande is an urban beach located in the big tourist area of Puerto del Carmen, in the south of the island of Lanzarote. This calm water beach is over a kilometre long. Of the many beaches in the area, Playa Grande is the best known given that it welcomes more visitors than any other and life in Puerto del Carmen revolves around it. Its fame is due, in part to Las Playas avenue (the Strip) which is a long waterfront promenade with a cycle lane as well as lots of shops and nightlife areas.

The Los Cancajos beach is in the east of the island of La Palma, two kilometres north of the airport and also two kilometres to the south of the island capital, Santa Cruz de La Palma. The beach is a bay, protected by breakwaters of volcanic rock which guarantees tranquil waters throughout the year and a rich selection of marine life. For these reasons it’s perfect for first-time scuba dives, to initiate you into this fantastic water sport.

One of Gran Canaria’s most beautiful protected landscapes with spectacular geology, flora, fauna and archaeological sites as well as pretty Guayedra beach and superb sunsets. Close to Agaete town the Guayedra valley is accessed by road from the Agaete Valley. Its dark lava, many palm trees and the spectacular views of the west coast cliffs and across the sea to Teide volcano make the walk down to Guayedra beach a treat. It’s one of the island most attractive beaches.

If you’re in Gran Canaria and moderately fit, the hike to Güi Güi beach is a fantastic trek with a happy ending: A swim in the normally tranquil Atlantic Ocean with views of Teide volcano on the horizon. Legendary Guguy isn’t just famous for its beach but for the journey needed to arrive: A two and a half hour hike, with some difficult stretches, through pristine nature with clean air and no crowds.

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The most exotic and most northern beach in Lanzarote is a surfer’s paradise and an unbeatable destination if you are looking for sunshine or trekking with impressive views. Known as La Cantería, this beach of pale fine sand is situated next to the fishing village of Órzola, which is the connection point with La Graciosa and the other islets of the Chinijo archipelago and a real joy to visit. The feeling of peace and freedom which you are guaranteed is priceless, despite being close to the fishing village.

The main beach on the Isle of Lobos, north of Fuerteventura, is an ideal place to start the day, then continue to explore this uninhabited island of 4.5 square kilometres. It's also a good idea to end your excursion around this scarcely populated islet, only accessible by boat, with a refreshing dip. Either way it’s very advisable to take the opportunity to enjoy the generally calm - and at times - totally still Atlantic and this legendary beach of virtually white sand, offering over a kilometre of tranquillity.

On an island like Fuerteventura, whose coastline is all beach, Esquinzo only serves to further enrich visitors’ options, with its status as a wild, untouched haven, a surfer’s paradise and a hideaway of peace and sunshine - lots of sunshine. In the town of La Oliva amid the rugged northern coastline, little visited and relatively unknown, this spot sits quietly in the landscape. The black volcanic rocks morph into golden sands and the blue ocean bathes the land. This is quintessential Fuerteventura.

Nogales Beach, one of the best in La Palma, exemplifies what this beautiful island has to offer: mountains, trails, lava, ocean and lush green landscapes. Located in the northern town of Puntallana, its black volcanic sand, with shades of blue and grey, its spectacular cliffs and the mighty Atlantic have put it on the map; not only for surfers and naturists but also for lovers of solitude, beautiful views and nature trails. If, in addition, you happen to visit when the waters are calm, the possibility of being able to take a wonderful dip makes this a place almost without equal in La Palma.

Since the seventies, Playa del Inglés in La Gomera, has been a legendary destination for 'hippy' and alternative movements. Unlike other unspoilt and naturist beaches in the Canary Islands, this destination is close to restaurants, entertainment and other services. There is even a sports centre. It is a short walk to the volcanic sand where one can relax and take in the views of the mountains and the endless ocean. The perfect holiday cocktail.