Hotels

Hotel Barceló Santiago, Puerto Santiago, Tenerife

Fronted by the neighbouring Canary Island of La Gomera which provides the stage for the sun’s nightly adieu performance, and occupying the best seats on the island for views of the monolithic cliffs of Los Gigantes, when it comes to fabulous Tenerife coastal vistas, the four star Hotel Barceló Santiago holds pole position. […]

Hotels

Iberostar Grand Hotel Mencey

The Grand Hotel Mencey is situated in a peach of a position beside Las Ramblas. Opposite is one of the highlights of Santa Cruz, Parque García Sanabria. It’s only a few minutes walk to the main shopping areas and about 20 minutes from the port. […]

Spain

A Taste of Carnival on Tenerife

Carnival (‘carnaval’ in The Canary Islands) on Tenerife in February might seem a long way off, but anyone with a yen to immerse themselves in the hedonistic hotbed that is one of the most flamboyant and fun carnivals on the planet better start… […]

Hiking

The Best Places for Walking on Tenerife

Think of walking in the Canary Islands and most people will automatically name La Gomera as the number one destination and Tenerife would be lucky if it got onto the list at all. Yet, move inland and away from the purpose built resorts of Tenerife and you’ll find an island whose variety of landscapes and terrain far outweigh that of its quiet neighbour. […]

Food & drink

The Insiders’ Guide to Marrakech

Alan and Kate Elliott have spent much of the last 10 years experiencing the ins and outs of living and working in Marrakech whilst restoring the beautiful and tranquil Riad Merstane…Here are their essential tips for getting the best out of a trip to Marrakech. […]