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The Top 5 Beaches in Tenerife

by DestinationTenerife

Continuing on with our top 5 in Tenerife series - what better listing than the best beaches in Tenerife?

When you holiday in Tenerife, you're probably looking to visit some of the best spots for sunning yourself in the year round warmth, so we have prepared some of the best locations for you to visit to enjoy the sun, sea, sand and surf!

5. Playa del Duque Beach

Located in Costa Adeje, in the South of Tenerife, this beach is marketed towards people who enjoy a relaxing, more upmarket style of beach.  Blue flag status has been awarded to Playa del Duque for its cleanliness and outstanding facilities.  Situated just a stones throw away from the luxury resort of Bahia del Duque, a visit to this Tenerife beach will leave you feeling relaxed and stress free. (more...)

Tenerife to host Kiteboarding championship

by DestinationTenerife

From the 9th to the 15th of August, Tenerife is going to be home to the prestigious World Kiteboarding Championship.

With over 150 entrants from a total of 12 countries - the event is set to be a lot of fun.  It is being held in El Medano, and provides a great chance for locals to face off against the worlds greatest!

Kiteboarding is a curious mix of surfing and Kiting - it really has to be seen to be believed, and the Tenerife leg will be no exception, since El Medano provides near perfect conditions for the sport.

Weather is 'The Hottest on record'

by DestinationTenerife

July was one of the hottest months ever recorded within Tenerife and the surrounding Canary Islands.

The MET office confirmed that the weather for this part of the world was 2 or 3 degrees higher than what would normally be expected for this time of the year.

We urge you to take all precautions necessary if you're out in the Sun in Tenerife.  Ensure you drink plenty of fluids - and alcohol isn't really considered a useful fluid!

Playa de La Arena beach recieves 22nd consecutive Blue Flag

by DestinationTenerife

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Last Thursday, July 23rd, Playa de La Arena beach hosted an understated ceremony as they were awarded theier 22nd Blue Flag in a row.

These awards are given to beaches by the European Union for upholding stringent standards covering the enviroment, lifeguard and first aid services, and the quality of the beaches themselves.

This 22nd award makes Playa de La Arena beach the most decorated beach in all of Tenerife, quite a feat!