02 Jun 2016
The Canary Islands: The Ultimate Honeymoon Destination for Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

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Canary Islands
  • Unusual activities including camel trekking, visiting volcanic caves and Cactus gardens in Lanzarote
  • Explore the natural treasures from stargazing, tropical forests, and unbelievable waterfalls in La Palma
  • The Islands have one of the best climate in the world with a consistent annual temperature of 22°c

London, 25 April 2016 – Honeymoons are one of the most anticipated and indulgent holidays you're likely to ever experience. With this in mind, combining a sense of romance with a spirit of adventure has become a top priority for newlyweds.

The Canary Islands, are seven volcanic Spanish archipelago located off the southern coast of Morocco. With the archipelago experiencing a consistent annual temperature of 22°c, The Islands offer the perfect weather for a honeymoon. Only a 4.15-hour journey from London, The Islands subtropical jungles, dramatic mountain scenery, gorgeous beaches, and the clearest skies on the planet, provide a unique setting to enjoy a range of activities. This is the ideal destination for a nature-loving-couple looking to explore, or more active couple seeking adventure. Below are our recommendations for the best ways to spend a honeymoon on Lanzarote and La Palma.

 What: Spirit of Adventure

 Where: Lanzarote is the fourth largest of the islands.

 Why go: Offering a chance to experience moonlike landscapes covered with ashes and lava, unlike any of the other islands in the archipelago, Lanzarote provides a unique setting for couples to enjoy a range of unusual activities.

 What to do: For gorgeous views of the Timanfaya National Park, couples can take the Ruta de Tremseana, a free three-hour walk starting in the park accompanied by a park ranger. The braver can also enjoy camel rides. The camel train leaves every 20 minutes close to the visitor center in Macha Blanca. The park also hosts the world's only volcanic restaurant, El Diabl.

  • Discover underground secrets at a volcanic cave, Cueva de los Verdes (Green Caves), in the north or Lanzarote. The guided tour is approximately one hour.
  • Explore Jardín de Cactus, a disused quarry sunken into a volcanic landscape designed by Cesar Manrique, the islands most influential architect and designer. The garden features over 1,400 species of cacti from all around the world.

Where to stay: After a busy day of activity, enjoy a pampering sessions at Hesperia Lanzarote Hotel. Located in the peaceful resort of Puerto Calero, the hotel offers gorgeous views across the sea. Romantic couple's spa treatments include baths for couples using aphrodisiac oils. Rooms start from £116 for a standard double room.

What: A Sense of Romance

Where: La Palma is the fifth largest of the islands.

Why go: The mostly densely wooded of the Canary Islands, La Palma invites couples to explore its undiscovered side and be enchanted by the city's culture and vibrant personality. The untamed nature of the island and clear skies, provide the perfect setting for nature-loving-couples looking for a unique experience.

 What to do: Spend a special moment with your loved one stargazing at Roque de los Muchachos, which boasts one of the clearest skies on the planet and is situated at the top of one the highest points in La Palma. Couples can also visit the Roque de los Muchachos Astrophysics Observatory.

  • Los Tilos Forest offers a hiker couple's paradise. The stunning subtropical jungle provides a serene setting filled stunning waterfalls and streams. Either take the 2.5 kilometre's walk taking you around the heart of the forest, or the 1,000 metres walk to the refreshing springs in Marcos and Cordero.
  • For an enlightening insight into the city's architectural heritage and culture, couples can walk through the quaint cobbled streets of Santa Cruz de la Palma enjoying stately colonial-style houses, the Insular museum, and the Chico and Cico de Marte theatres.

Where to stay: Unwind and relax at Hotel Teneguía Princess offering couples an integrated spa set among beautiful botanical gardens.  Treatments include the traditional Canarian massage including a unique blend of aloe vera, honey and sea salt or more adventurous options include wine and chocolate therapy.  Rooms start from £63 for a standard double room.

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About the Canary Islands

The Canary Islands is the place with The best climate in the world for enjoying exceptional holidays any time of the year. Seven different and unique islands, perfect for disconnecting from your daily routine, recharging your batteries and returning home feeling physically and mentally refreshed. The beaches, volcanic landscapes, lively and hospitable lifestyle and the possibility of choosing from all sorts of outdoor activities, as well as a wide range of quality accommodation and leisure activities, mean that the majority of visitors repeat the experience more than once.

About Promotur Turismo de Canarias

Promotur Turismo de Canarias, an entity attached to the Department of Tourism, Culture and Sport of the Regional Government of the Canary Islands, oversees the promotion of the Canary Islands tourism brand. Created in 2005, the main goal of this public company is to study, promote and market the huge tourist offer the Canarian archipelago affords, in conjunction with the other institutions on the islands related to the tourist sector.

Press Contact:

SANDRA BOUTONNET

sandra.boutonnet@porternovelli.co.uk

CHANEL DE YONG

chanel.deyong@porternovelli.co.uk

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