When planning a vacation on the islands of Spain, you need to imagine the main directions. Most tourists prefer mainland Spain, but the islands are no less tempting. In this article, we will briefly review them.
Canary Islands
Canaries include 7 main islands, in addition, six small islands, representing the tops of a mountain underwater ridge. Holidays in the Canaries in terms of service and comfort can be much more pleasant than in the resorts of the Spanish mainland. Here tourism is quite young, therefore the majority of hotels are modern and have convenient access to the sea.
Spain: Tenerife Island
The most popular and largest Spanish island. From the ships that approach it, the Teide volcano (the highest peak of the island) is clearly visible. Tourists appreciate the resort for its stunning sea views, magnificent beaches and wonderful climate.
Spain: Fuerteventura
Among the Canary Islands, it is the second largest. In this place you will find the best and longest beaches. The main part of the coastline is beaches with light sand, gradually turning into dunes. There are low mountains, the landscape is somewhat wild, but for a relaxing holiday there is everything that can be necessary.
Spain: Gran Canaria
The landscape on the island is amazing: extinct craters, cliffs, Pico de Las Nieves peak, located in the very center. The mountain range divides the island of Gran Canaria into sunny, dry southern and wet northern parts. The resort is good for trekking (hiking) as well as water sports.
Spain: Ibiza Island
Ibiza is located a little south of Mallorca. It is easiest to get here by ferry from Valencia or Denia. The island deserves the title of one of the best youth resorts in the region. Since the “hippy” period of the sixties, crowds of young people come here annually for an unbridled and noisy vacation. If you are young in body and soul, you will definitely like it here.
Mallorca Island
The largest island of the Balearic archipelago . The stunning climate of Mallorca makes it the most visited resort, which is suitable for tourism all year round. The city of Palma is the capital of the archipelago. This is a cosmopolitan interesting city. In summer, the royal family has a rest here , as well as various celebrities, therefore the infrastructure and service are at their best. In addition, in the northeast and north of the island are the bays of Alcudia and Pulensa (large tourist areas). Pulsense is a small town full of bohemian holiday traditions: there are many artists and artists in this place. From here it is convenient to get to popular tourist destinations: San Vicens Bay and Formentor Peninsula. The main number of tourists is appreciated by Alcudia for mountain trekking routes, cozy and beautiful beaches, the ancient Roman city of Pollencia is a historical attraction.
Menorca - island in Spain
It is much smaller than the neighboring island of Mallorca. The coast of the northern part - with sandy reddish and pebble beaches, steep. The south coast is full of ravines.
No matter which island you choose, holidays in Spain will always be a real holiday. Every second spent here will remain in memory as bright fragments of delight, fun and incredible happiness.