The Canary Islands have near perfect holiday weather all year round.

Competitively priced cheap flights and cheap holidays to the Canary Islands are available from many UK and European airports all year round.

This along with the Canary Islands' beaches, water sports and other tourist attractions make them a top destination from all over Europe.

The five main holiday islands: Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and La Palma all have different landscapes and environments but they can all give you the holiday of a lifetime!

Region - Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzorote, Tenerife.
Country - Spain.
Capital City - Madrid.
Language - Spanish, English widely spoken.
Religion - Roman Catholic.
Visas - Valid UK passport.
Currency - Euro, about €1.45 = £1.
Credit Cards - Widely Accepted.
Time Difference - GMT.
Flight Time UK - About 4 hours.
Canary Islands Airport - ACE,FUE,SPC,TFN,TFS.
Distance from Canary Islands Airport - 10 miles - TFS to Player de Las Americas.
Taxi Fare from Canary Islands Airport - About €16 (£11) - TFS to Player de Las Americas.

Driving in Spain - In the Canary Islands you drive on the right. EU compliant three-part pink document or international driving licence required.
Electricity in Spain - Canary Islands are 220v, adapter required.
Spain International Dialing Code - 00 34.
Canary Islands Public Phones - Canary Islands International booths accept coins and phonecards, as well as credit cards .
Canary Islands Mobile Phones - Canary Islands have all major networks.

Spain Emergency Numbers - In the Canary Islands telephone 112 (police, fire and ambulance).
Canary Islands Health Risks - None.
Canary Islands Safety & Security - None.

Shop Opening Times in Canary Islands - Canary Island banks open 09.00-14.00 Mon-Fri, 09.00-13.00 Sat (except summer). Canary Island shops open 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. Canary Island department stores and commercial centres 10.00-21.00. Canary Island office hours are 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.00. .

Public Holidays in Canary Islands - Canary Island Public Holidays for 2007 - Jan 1, 6, March 25, May 1, Aug 15, Oct 12, Nov 1, Dec 6, 8, 25.

Canary Islands Accommodation - Accommodation in the Canary Islands is registered and inspected by regional authorities. Canary Island hotels are classified from one to five-star. Canary Island hostels/pensions are classified one to three-star. Other Canary Island accommodation includes apartment-hotels, hotel-residencies and villas.

Eating Out in Canary Islands - In the Canary Islands most tastes are catered for with Chinese, Indian and International restaurants all vying for business with the fast-food outlets. Quality as you might expect varies, although standards are generally good. .

Food in Spain - Seafood forms a major part of the cuisine of the Canary Islands along with number of local dishes. These include 'Gofio amasdo' (a bread substitute) and 'Papas Arrugadas' (wrinkled potatoes). In the major tourist resorts many restaurants serve 'International' dishes, fast food is generally available along with 'British Pubs'!.

Tipping in Canary Islands - Service and tax are usually included in Canary Island hotel bills, but tip chambermaids, porters and waiters. Restaurants in the Canary Islands often include service, so a gratuity is discretionary, normally 10%-15%. Taxi drivers in the Canary Islands exp.

Canary Islands Standard of Living - In the Canary Islands a Bottle of beer (330ml) - €1 (70p), mineral water (1L) - $0.90 (62p) and three course meal with drinks - €12 (£8.25).

What to do in Canary Islands - The Canary Islands has become one of the most popular destinations. The location of the Canary Islands lends it to having fantastic weather all year round. If you visit Lanzerote, Tenerife, Fuerteventura or Las Palmas you can enjoy everything from watersports right through a game of golf.

Where to Visit in Canary Islands - In the Canary Islands there are a multitude of interesting places to see. Whether you visit Lanzerote, Tenerife, Fuerteventura or Las Palmas you can rest assured there will many places to visit. .

Local Festivals in Canary Islands - Canary Islands Festivals 5th January Every year on the fifth of January there is a parade with 3 Camel Riders giving sweets and gifts to Children. Carnival (Dates Change) The Carnival will take place this year 2007. The exact dates of Parades etc will depend on the location (different Towns/Villages have their processions on different days). 24th May Fiesta in Montana Blanca 7th June Ascention Day 13th June Fiesta in Guime 24th June Fiesta in Haria 29th June Fiesta in Maguez 7th July Fiesta in Femes 16th July Fiesta in Teguise, Puerto del Carmen, Tias, Famara and Yaiza. 25th July Fiesta in Tahiche. 24th August Fiesta in San Bartolome 25th August Fiesta in Arrecife 30th August Fiesta in Haria 8th September Fiesta in Yaiza 9th September Fiesta in Tiagua 14th September Fiesta in Guatiza 15th September Fiesta in Mancha Blanca 30th November Fiesta in Tao 4th December Fiesta in Maguez 24th December Fiesta in Teguise.

Canary Islands Climate - The Canary Islands have fantastic holiday weather all of the year round with only about 5-8?C variation in temperature between the summer and winter. Although the rainfall varies between the different Canary islands and there is very little rain during the summer and not a great deal during the winter.

Canary Islands Position - Lat: 28 03N, Long: 016 34W, Elevation: 72m (TFS). Tenerife:.

Tourist Information on Canary Islands
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