The best climate in the world, 500 beaches and other reasons to extend the summer in the Canary Islands

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Maxi Biewer is one of the

most famous

reporters in Germany.

And this is what he says about the climate of the Canary Islands: "It gives me a feeling of vacation and good humor."

He agrees with his British colleague

"Any day of the year you can wear shorts and a T-shirt."

From Spain, more of the same from the popular

: "

is a time to be happy."

For something, the climate of the so-called

is considered the best in the world according to various scientific studies that point to the refreshing trade winds, the

ocean current

and the warm influence

in winter as the factors for the archipelago to enjoy an eternal spring all year round, with an average temperature of 22º.

I said:

It is one of the reasons why the Canary Islands are among the most touristic regions in Europe, with

according to the INE.

Not surprisingly, if it were a country, it would be the fifth with the most

in the EU, behind only the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain and France, according to Eurostat.

Of those travelers, 78% chose the archipelago last year for its climate.

The

the hotel offer (it has 2

) or the price continue the list.

72% add that their goal is to rest during their nine-day stay on average and explore the islands by

, which is more than enough.

The Teide Park in Tenerife SHUTTERSTOCK

As an example, its

stands out (it measures a total of 7,493 km2), its four

seven Biosphere Reserves,

500 beaches and

.

For all this, the Canary Islands is the

and enjoy its

in the coming months.

To do so with all the guarantees, the regional government is promoting measures that reduce the

in the tourism sector.

Among them, the campaign with local ambassadors such as the model

, who proposes to "embrace the islands" and discover their natural benefits, which allow social distance and a thousand outdoor options.

In addition, the Minister of Tourism,

finalizes the protocol for the coronavirus detection and diagnosis tests for tourists.

"We seek to generate

for the autumn-winter season," he explains.

It has also opted to pay

to tourists in case they had, for example, to extend their stay due to quarantine.

On the other hand, the Canary Islands were chosen in July by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) to carry out the world's first coronavirus-free flight between Madrid and Gran Canaria, in which a UNWTO delegation traveled, led by its secretary General,

, and

Minister of Tourism.

Everything, in order to live a perfect getaway in a privileged destination.

We break it down in this roadmap for its islands.

TENERIFE

The largest island in the archipelago is home to the

and

, the highest mountain in Spain (3,715 meters) and the third highest volcano in the world.

The homonymous National Park can be discovered on foot along the established trails or by car on the only asphalt road that crosses it.

Regarding the beaches, there are both familiar

and wild (Benijo).

It would be necessary to know

those vertigo cliffs.

Extreme nature in Tenerife SHUTTERSTOCK

GRAN CANARIA

This continent in minute detail has the third Spanish municipality with the highest number of tourist overnight stays (17.1 million) in 2019, San Bartolomé de Tirajana, only behind the two main cities in the country, Madrid (22.6 million) and Barcelona (22.1 million), according to the INE.

It also has one of its best-preserved pine forests, those of

, and the Roque Nublo, the volcanic monolith that presides over the

.

Nor should you miss the urban beach of

or the Natural Reserve

of

in Maspalomas, where the

project is being developed

"which seeks the ecological recovery of this unique jewel," as its technical director, Miguel Ángel Peña, points out.

The town of Artenara, in Gran Canaria SHUTTERSTOCK

FUERTEVENTURA

This paradise hides one of the most untamed beaches in the Canary Islands,

(12 kilometers of unspoiled nature) and the most instagrammed,

, named for the

(calcareous algae), whose appearance is similar to that of popcorn .

The sandy areas of the

Peninsula

also worth a visit for windsurfing, as is the mountain of Tindaya, where the aborigines left part of their legacy.

Fishing port of Fuerteventura SHUTTERSTOCK

LANZAROTE

This is where nature and art go hand in hand thanks to the Canarian artist César Manrique.

Looking out at its Mirador del Río or immersing yourself in the Jameos del Agua are mandatory experiences.

For something, the creator "has become the logo of the island, the

not only of himself, but of a project of tourist transformation and enhancement of a landscape that he champions", as Fernando Gómez Aguilera points out , director of the

.

Lanzarote also impresses with beaches such as

surfing mecca;

with fine white sand, or

, with its enigmatic green color.

The Cactus Garden of Lanzarote SHUTTERSTOCK

THE PALM

The

is perfect to relax, but also for lovers of active tourism.

A good number of forest tracks help to discover its pine forests or volcanoes.

You can explore the island from sky to sea on a route that starts from its highest peak, the

(2,426 meters), to the coast of

.

For its part, the seabed and the black sand beaches contrast with the turquoise of its waters, with spectacular places such as

The Roque de los Muchachos on La Palma.

LA GOMERA

Synonymous with exuberant nature, the highest expression of La Gomera is found in the

a Unesco Heritage Site.

It is the place where the laurel forest takes refuge, a dense forest surrounded by a sea of ​​clouds.

Do not forget the Mirador de los Roques, the

cliff

There the peaceful beach of Vueltas is located.

is also perfect for relaxing, with the silhouette of Mount Teide in the background.

Garajonay National Park SHUTTERSTOCK

THE IRON

This idyllic enclave is captured by its volcanic lands combined with the green of its forests and the transparency of the waters of

, one of the three marine reserves of the Canary Islands.

Not surprisingly, El Hierro has one of the most beautiful underwater landscapes in the world.

You can also walk through the

from the

work of the great Manrique.

beach

is a good place to enjoy a day at the beach.

But if this island stands out for something, it is for its

as Charco Azul.

The Parador de El Hierro.

THE FUNNY

We jump to the smallest of the Canaries, ideal for diving, having the

.

In this asphalt-free corner there are several beaches where you can lose yourself in a sober and at the same time captivating landscape.

Like Las Conchas, where calm is guaranteed with views of

, two of the islets that make up the

, as well as La Graciosa.

Port of the island of La Graciosa SHUTTERSTOCK

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