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Why would it be named anything else, when what characterises this 50-metre long cove in the Parque Rural de Frontera, in the southwest, is that it is the only one with white sand on the island of El Hierro. The sand is made from mollusc shells brought by the sea currents and eroded by the waves as they repeatedly crash against the volcanic rocks of the coast. Despite its open sea bay shape and some waves, it is not dangerous and is usually a quiet beach perfect for bathers, especially for those who wish to enjoy some privacy.

Recently remodeled, this beach is located in Radazul. It’s considered one of the best beaches in the municipality of Rosario. This reputation is partly thanks to its dimensions—it’s 280 metres long and 25 metres wide. The black sand is bordered by colourful vegetation. The entire landscape makes for an extremely pleasant view. The water in this area is very clean and clear and there are breakwaters which make swimming safer. For the reasons mentioned above, this is a popular spot for tourists staying in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It’s a fantastic spot to enjoy a refreshing dip and the sea breeze.

Radazul beach, also known as Litoral del Rosario beach, is known for having the best panoramic view of the lush Güímar Valley. Just 8 kilometres from Santa Cruz de Tenerife, and 16 kilometres from Tenerife North Airport, it’s a relatively quiet beach when compared with others in the surrounding area. For those looking for a quiet place to relax, this spot has transparent waters and is ideal for swims. Access is available either from the shore, or via some stairs located on the breakwater that protects the beach.

In San Marcos, a town belonging to the municipality of Icod de los Vinos, the black sand, stones and sea mist create a wonderful impression for visitors. San Marcos beach is 160 metres long. This spot has a family atmosphere and is popular during the summer months. You can understand why. It’s surrounded by greenery, with shops and restaurants to discover and apartments to stay in. The sheltered location of the beach, the pier and the cliff make it safe to swim despite the currents in the north coast of Tenerife.

60 metres long, Punta Larga is a beach that lies between La Arenita and Las Arenas. Taken together the three beaches add up to about 230 metres in length. This means they’re a great spot for running with ocean views. Because of the volcanic sand, pebbles, and boulders—water shoes are recommended, although you can access the sea directly through a 35 metre platform. This location is rarely busy, except in summer. It’s a fun family beach that’s protected by a breakwater so that children and adults can enjoy a safe swim.

In the beautiful fishing village of Candelaria, to the northeast of Tenerife, there is a quiet beach. It’s 75 metres long and 20 metres wide and made with black volcanic sand and areas of gravel. If you go further along the coast, there are the beaches of La Arenita and Punta Larga. In close proximity to Candelaria—the Los Menceyes sculpture is a tribute to the Guanches, ancient inhabitants of Tenerife who are linked to the Virgin of Candelaria. It’s a great place for families to wander around.

This centre is located halfway between a zoo and a botanical garden. It covers 240,000 square metres of a natural valley known as the Barranco de los Palmitos, in the south of Gran Canaria. This park is known for its huge variety of animals, including monkeys, parrots, toucans, reptiles and a dolphinarium with space to accommodate 1,500 people and half a dozen bottlenose dolphins.

The stone houses of La Cañada de Los Gatos and La Casa de Las Siete Esquinas and the cemeteries of La Puntilla and Las Crucecitas as well as a separate section of burial caves make up Lomo de los Gatos, an archaeological complex located in the southwestern side of Gran Canaria. In the past these places formed a coastal village at the mouth of the Mogán ravine. Archaeological excavations have unearthed artefacts that go back 1,300 years. Such is the significance of the area that it has been declared as an Asset of Cultural Interest.

This spot—the man church of the city of Arucas in Palma—is popularly known as the Cathedral of Arucas. Although the building is grand enough to be so, it isn’t, in fact, a cathedral. Large stone towers, pointed arches and an exceptional facade of neo-Gothic architecture house various chapels such as the Nuestra Señora del Carmen chapel. There are also altars illuminated by stained glass windows. Both worshipers and visitors come to admire a chapel that was built on the foundations of the old city hermitage.

Miguel de Unamuno’s house is in the old part of Puerto de Cabras. This is the place where the writer was welcomed after being exiled by Primo de Rivera in 1924. Miguel de Unamuno travelled around Fuerteventura for almost half a year. He was inspired by and reflected on the beauty of the local area in articles and sonnets. His old house has become a museum where visitors can admire a typical bourgeois family home in Fuerteventura with luxury items such as a phonograph and typewriter.