As well as being an idyllic place to spend an extraordinary holiday, the Canary Islands are also a dream location for your wedding. What better place to celebrate it than one of our fantastic Princess Hotels? 

Taurito Princess on the island of Gran Canaria, La Palma & Read full article

Eight islands form the Canary Islands. Eight territories separated by the sea, each with their own identities, representing a united yet diverse community. This is a place where different cultures coexist, feeding from each island’s idiosyncrasies. Two key elements of Canary Island culture predominate: tradition and craftsmanship.

Canary Island Day is one of the most important celebrations for residents of the archipelago. Read full article

You can travel around La Palma any number of ways. Cycling might not be the most traditional, but we love it because it’s so different. As you cycle through volcanic plains, lush laurel forests, Canary Island pine forests, or along the steep Atlantic coastline, you couldn’t fail to fall in love with the island.  Read full article

The Canary Islands are about more than paradise beaches. They also boast amazing and abundant nature, which varies immensely across each of the islands. In fact, 40% of the archipelago is listed as a protected natural space. The Canary Islands’ National Parks are all part of this picturesque landscape. 

Four of Spain’s National Parks are located in the Canary Islands: Teide National Park in Tenerife; Read full article

Find out how to prepare typical Easter dishes. The Easter holidays are just around the corner, and we’ve put together some recipes for you to make and impress your guests at family get-togethers.

Religious traditions play a huge role in Spanish cuisine over the Easter period (Semana Santa).  According to Christian tradition, red meat should be avoided during the Easter Vigil, Read full article

Easter is just around the corner, and the Canary Islands are the destination of choice for many holidaymakers. If you’re one of the lucky ones going, no doubt you’re already dreaming about lying on a sandy beach and soaking up the sun. But there are endless other ways of enjoying these islands – take note! Read full article

Lighthouses are a popular tourist attraction in coastal areas.  In the past, they fulfilled an incredible important role: they helped sailors identify dry land, and the light signals would enable them to find out where they were. Thanks to satellite navigation lighthouses aren’t so crucial today, but if technology fails they’re absolutely essential. Read full article

We’re hitting the ground running in February, with a suggestion for your next holiday or short break that’s going to be hard to resist: a stay at our Esencia de La Palma adults-only (16+) hotel in La Palma.

This hotel-within-a-hotel on the ‘isla bonita’ is part of the La Palma & Read full article

One of the most popular and world-famous fiestas is getting closer: the Canary Islands’ Carnival. We might not be taking to the streets to celebrate this year, or watching the parade of floats, or seeing the Carnival Queen and Drag Queen gala, or getting dressed up and dancing till sunrise… but what we definitely CAN do is celebrate at home. Read full article

The most romantic month of the year has arrived. And if you’re thinking about proposing to your partner, what better time than now, with Valentine’s Day just around the corner!

Maybe you’re someone who prefers something more original than hearts, roses and chocolates to mark the occasion. But you still need romance, Read full article

The volcanic island of La Palma is rising from the ashes following the longest eruption in its history. The Cumbre Vieja volcano was active for 84 days, leaving a spectacular – yet devastating – landscape in its wake. 

Thousands of families had to leave their homes, which are now submerged under tons of ashes. Read full article