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Rock carvings and other reasons to visit sacred Tindaya

This route is situated on the East coast of Lanzarote. It starts in the old harbour of Puerto del Carmen and passes proper walking paths and dirt tracks all the way to Playa Quemada.

This route is situated on the north east coast in the Puntallana zone. It is known for being very technical and challenging. It starts at Puntallana and takes you in a marathon loop from Puntallana in the northwestern direction through technical ascents and challenging descents with vivid, green, beautiful trails. The paths are somewhat technical and the surrounding nature is rough but green. It is the same route as the Cabra Trail race.

This route is situated in the north of Gran Canaria. It starts in Tamaraceite, taking off into a loop past Los Giles on bigger roads and easy dirt trails. Here you have views of Confital and Las Palmas before heading back up to San Lorenzo passing houses and bigger roads. From San Lorenzo the trails get greener, rougher and dirtier - following the ravine of Jacomar until arriving at an ascent. This ascent takes you up and gives you amazing 360 degree views of San Lorenzo. The route does include a shorter scrambling part; once you make it up this climb you have easy trails taking you back to Tamaraceite. This is a beautiful route to run at sunset.

This important tourist town, located in the south of Gran Canaria, is the ideal place to relax and have a good time. Strolling along its long promenade, jogging by the sea or enjoying the best after-dinner drinks with extraordinary views are just some of the countless activities Meloneras has to offer. You can also enjoy the diverse, modern gastronomy or stroll along the promenade with the music of the terraces in the background and enjoy one of the best sunsets. The ideal place to spend a few days chilling and relaxing with your family, partner or friends.

Discover the exciting history of the first settlers of the Canary Islands

Inside the Teide National Park in Las Cañadas in Tenerife you will find an extraordinary natural platform from where you can contemplate the skies. The area is known as a Starlight Tourist Destination, and you can observe constellations and stars from almost any part of the park. It is also possible to view the stars at a professional level using the equipment of the IAC, the Canarian Institute of Astrophysics. Easy to get to by road, visitors can find their own viewpoint or use one of the official ones with parking alongside. There are toilets and a restaurant at the Parador Nacional (part of a national string of tourist hotels) and El Portillo is also close by.

Spend a holiday in Valle Gran Rey and get the feeling that time stands still. Its ravine flows into black sand beaches and is a constant presence during a stay in this village on the island of La Gomera. Swimming in the ocean watching the sun go down signals the end of a relaxing day in Valle Gran Rey, but it also marks the beginning of an evening spent enjoying traditional cuisine in a cosy family restaurant.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, capital of Tenerife, is located in the northeast of the island. Its pleasant climate and its open air shopping areas make it a perfect city for strolling around and enjoying great days shopping. Among its avenues and parks are sculptures by the likes of Henry Moore and its old quarters are home to historical buildings, such as the church of the Immaculate Conception or the Carta Palace. A must is a break for something to eat in La Noria Street.

Walking through a volcano is a once-in-a-lifetime experience which will heighten visitors’ appreciation of nature