Tenerife is the largest of the Spain’s Canary Islands that lie off the coast of North Africa. It is also the most visited of these islands, receiving up to five million visitors annually. The year-round sunny weather means the Canaries are always a popular destination. With such a large influx of tourists it is no surprise that there is plenty to do and see in Tenerife, with a variety of attractions to suit all types of visitor. European-based families have favoured the Canary Islands as a holiday destination for many years. The whole family is catered for in many attractions Tenerife has to offer. Animals and zoo parks are always a hit with kids and Tenerife’s Loro Parque and the Tenerife Zoo Monkey Park are both extremely popular places to take the family for a day. The bigger kids among us will be happy to also hit Siam Park, the Thai-themed water park that will give you a long action-packed day of fun. So get your swimming gear ready and hit those wave pools! If you are looking to get a truer picture of Tenerife and discover what natural beauty there is to offer, then you have picked the right island. Hire a car and get out and explore the surroundings. Spain’s highest peak, Mount Teide, is situated on Tenerife and it is an active volcano. You can visit this in the Parque Nacional Las Canadas del Teide, an area of extreme beauty. You can also walk around the Masca Valley area to take in the breathtaking views of the ocean below. Join one of the walking tours or drive along the winding and picturesque roads to get to the heart of the valley. Just like most tourist destinations, once you leave the immediate tourist accommodation areas you will get a great view of the local natural beauty. If you are a sports enthusiast then Tenerife will also keep you busy. The island is known for having good quality diving schools and facilities, so check them out along with other water sports on offer. If you prefer to stay on dry land then you might be happy to try out some of the super golf courses in Tenerife. For those visiting in winter months you will be delighted to play a round in glorious sunshine! Now what is keeping you? Check out trips to Tenerife to see first-hand what the island has to offer, and enjoy your trip! Further reading – Tenerife Holidays