What a great time of year easter is, spring coming in and the promise of better times to come. Sadly the weather can’t always be relied on in the UK, that’s why so many people head out to Tenerife for the sunshine. Easter week is also a very important holiday on the Canarian calendar so bumper crowds are expected at the holiday hot spots.
One alternative is to try the north of Tenerife, still great weather but a little cooler and with a wealth of green etched into the rocky landscape. …

Everyone likes a party, but few put as much enthusiasm into it as the Canarians. Fiestas, concerts and set piece events are all celebrated in style in Tenerife, but the pride of them all is Carnaval.
The capital Santa Cruz, in the north, kicks it all off in February before the fever spreads from town to town, complete with loud music, equally loud clothes, and lots of dancing. You don’t need an invite, the more the merrier, just bring your enthusiasm, and if possible a colourful outfit – well you wouldn’t …