Road Show UK 2014 Latitude of life Index Fuerteventura Gran Canaria La Gomera Lanzarote Tenerife In Several Islands Tourist Boards Atlantis Hotels & Resorts Servatur Hotels Sheraton Salobre Golf Resort & Spa Jardín Tecina Hotel Arrecife Gran Hotel & Spa Hotel Costa Calero Princesa Yaiza & Fariones Hotels Sunlight Hoteles Vik Hotel San Antonio Adrian Hoteles Hotel Europe Villa Cortés Hotel Jardín Tropical Hotel Suite Villa María Pirámides De Güímar Serhs Tourism Cordial Canarias Hotels & Resorts Gloria Palace Thalasso & Hotels H10 Hotels Sandos Hotels & Resorts Total Hotel Experience Canary Islands Tourist Board Fuerteventura Tourist Board Gran Canaria Tourist Board La Gomera Tourist Board Lanzarote Tourist Board Tenerife Tourism Corporation La Palma Tourist Board El Hierro Tourist Board 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 31 33 35 37 39
Atlantis Hotels & Resorts Avda.Grandes Playas S/N 35660 Corralejo, Fuerteventura Las Palmas Canary Islands Spain David González García Director of Sales & Marketing david.gonzalez@atlantishotels.com www.atlantishotels.com T. + 34-928 546 594 Atlantis Hotels & Resorts, with more than 30 years of experience, has two of the best and finest hotels in Fuerteventura: Gran Hotel Atlantis Bahía Real's and Suite Hotel Atlantis Fuerteventura Resort. Each hotel has its own style and personality and they offer a completely holiday experience. The Gran Hotel Atlantis Bahía Real 5* G.L is simply unique in its location, comfort and innovation. Space and elegance are common denominators in all 242 rooms. Provide a huge variety of cuisine at 5 distinct restaurants and offers the fabulous Bahía Vital Spa. The Suite Hotel Atlantis Fuerteventura Resort 4-star superior quality "all-inclusive" is a family holiday dream destination. With a diverse and varied range of environments, offers a wide range of entertainment and sport activities. The 383 spacious suites offer the maximum quality and comfort. 4
Servatur Hotels Doramas,4 35129 Patalavaca, Mogán Gran Canaria Canary Islands Spain Fabio Suárez Matos Deputy Sales Director fabio.suarez@servatur.com www.servatur.com T. + 34 928 152 777 Servatur Hotels is an enterprise group specialized in the Hotels industry with 38 years of experience. We manage different kind of establisments, which are located in the south of Gran Canaria. Not so many companies survive for a long period nowadays. In our case, we believe this has been possible thanks to our serious way of doing business. We have created a new product, based on the concepts of comfort and design. This is Servatur Casablanca 4*, our renovated hotel only for adults. Servatur Puerto Azul 3*, in All Inclusive basis, is recommended for families. Servatur Terrazamar Suite, Sun Suite & Sun Suite Royal 3* is a best seller hotel in the UK market due to its quality. Servatur Green Beach 3*, a sea front hotel in Arguineguín, and Servatur Barbados apartments, in Playa del Inglés, are some of the other properties belong to our company. 5
Sheraton Salobre Golf Resort & Spa C/Swing S/N. Urb. Salobre Golf 35100 Maspalomas San Bartolomé de Tirajana Gran Canaria Canary Islands Spain Urs Röhrig Commercial Director urs@sheratonsalobre.es www.sheratonsalobre.es T. + 34 928 943 000 Opened in 2006, the resort offers plenty of choice for golfers and non-golfers alike with 313 rooms, four restaurants, two glamorous bars, a state-of-the-art luxury Aloe Spa, fully equipped gym and seven outdoor pools offering a calming and relaxing environment for all. Additionally, there are a variety of sports that can be practiced throughout the resort, ranging from cycling, footing and Nordic walking to less strenuous activities including yoga and pilates. The resort also provides a free shuttle bus to take guests to the hotel's private beach point near the dunes of Maspalomas Beach. Ideally situated in the south of the island, Sheraton Salobre Golf Resort & Spa is just 10 minutes from Maspalomas and 30-minutes from Gran Canaria International Airport (Las Palmas) and is easily accessed from airports across the UK and Ireland. 6
Jardín Tecina Hotel La Lomada de Tecina s/n 38810 Playa de Santiago La Gomera Canary Islands Spain Lawrence Peachey UK & Ireland Representative lawrence.peachey@fredolsentravel.co.uk www.jardin-tecina.com www.tecinagolf.com T. 07770 484 810 Hotel Jardin Tecina is located in Playa de Santiago in the South of La Gomera, Canary Islands, approximately 10 minutes from the airport, one hour from the Port in San Sebastian and 35 minutes away by ferry from Tenerife South with Fred Olsen Express. It is the ideal place for those seeking a healthy and rejuvenating rest in a natural environment. The intelligent architecture integrated into the environment, in the form of comfortable bungalows designed in Canarian style, ensures maximum privacy of rooms and suites, from which only the sound of birds singing and the gentle whisper of the sea can be heard. Hotel Jardin Tecina is home to Tecina Golf a 6,340 meter long par 71 elite golf, and has taken full advantage of this incomparable location, creating a one of a kind experience. 7
Arrecife Gran Hotel & Spa Avda. Parque Islas Canarias, S/N 35500 Arrecife de Lanzarote Lanzarote Canary Islands Spain Rebekka Johani Sales Director comercial@arrecifehoteles.com www.aghotelspa.com Tel.: + 34-928 800 000 The Arrecife Gran Hotel & Spa is the only 5 star hotel which is situated next to one of the biggest white beaches of Lanzarote. Ideal to spend an unforgettable vacation full of relaxation and tranquillity. It offers in its 17th floors 26 standard rooms, 26 rooms with sea view, 104 suites with sea view an 4 Imperial Suites on the 16th floor with extensive sea views. The Hotel offers an á la carta Restaurant and the Bar "Pub Star City" on the top floor with best views of the island of Lanzarote. Covered and heated pool with terrace and Pool Bar, Spa with hydrotherapeutic circuit and best treatments, Buffet Restaurant with breakfast and dinner buffet with show cooking. With 6 meeting rooms the hotel is an ideal hotel to hold any kind of event from meetings, congresses, incenitve trips, to business lunches, coffee breaks. 8
Costa Calero Hotel Urb. Puerto Calero S/N 35570 Puerto Calero Lanzarote Canary Islands Spain Suzann Marx Sales Director info@hotelcostacalero.es www.hotelcostacalero.com T.+ 34 928 849 595 The hotel Costa Calero is situated next to the marina of the yachting harbour Puerto Calero just 15 minutes drive away from Arrecife airport. The hotel has 27.500m2 of tropical gardens, 4 pools (one seawater pool), 2 restaurants, bars, kiosk-shop, an entertainment room, cibercafé, free WLAN in the hotel grounds and 3 meeting rooms with a total capacity of up to 600 people, a modern Thalasso- Spa Centre with a fitness room, a professional bike station Lanzarote Bike and a diving school Scualo. You will find a wide variety of fine cuisine, the hotel offers half board and the ALL INCLUSIVE PLUS with international brand alcoholic drinks included. From the 324 cosy and totally equipped rooms you have wonderful views over Puerto Calero and the neighbouring islands of Lobos and Fuerteventura or the beautiful gardens. 9
Princesa Yaiza & Fariones Hotels Avda. Papagayo, 22 35580 Playa Blanca Lanzarote Canary Islands Spain Lydia Ainsa Sales Executive lydia.ainsa@princesayaiza.com www.princesayaiza.com T. + 34 928 519 300 Designed in Colonial Canaries style and situated in the first line of Dorada Beach is a welcoming 5* luxury hotel provided with 6 swimming pools, 8 restaurants offering a select & refined cuisine, a Thalasso centre just at the beach front and a 10.000m2 children s park; this hotel is conceived to satisfy the most demanding customer by making their stay unique and unforgettable. FARIONES GROUP Fariones Hotels are right in the heart of Puerto del Carmen. The beach front Hotel Fariones 4*, set in luxurious gardens offers comfortable rooms with amazing sea views. Suite Hotel Fariones 4* an aparthotel with direct access to the beach and sea view terraces. Fariones 1&2 bedrooms Apartments 3* is just 200m to Playa Grande. Special prices for guest at Fariones Sport Centre. 10
Sunlight Hoteles C/Pedro Barba, 2 35510 Puerto Del Carmen Lanzarote Canary Islands Spain Olga Munoz Villanueva Directora Comercial olga.munoz@sunlighthoteles.com www.sunlighthoteles.com T.+ 34 928 090 222 Sunlight Hotel is an apart-hotel complex chain based on the island of Lanzarote. There are three hotels and SPA are in the resort of Puerto del Carmen, on the Avenida de las Playas, the heart of this tourist area. Our privileged location is one of our main attractions. From our hotels you have easy access to the port, the beach area and the old town of Puerto del Carmen. The chain is formed by two 3 stars and one 4 stars hotel. All of them provide good quality accommodation and excellent range of services. Our restaurants offer first rate Spanish and international food; and in our SPA customers will be able to enjoy superb body treatments. Our hotels are also a space of peace and tranquility with large gardens and solariums where to relax and have completely piece of mind when it comes to spending a family holiday. 11
Vik Hotel San Antonio Avda. de las Playas, 84 35510 Puerto del Carmen Tías Lanzarote Canary Islands Spain Anja Alles Sales Executive comercial@vikhotelsanantonio.com www.vikhotels.com Tel.: + 34-928 516 190 The VIK hotel San Antonio, a place where time obeys its own set of rules, where days are related in anecdotes and nights described in stars. The hotel is located on the Los Pocillos Beach, a mere stone s throw from the sea. Shops, bars and restaurants are close by. All rooms are tastefully decorated in cheerful colours and fully equipped, including the on-suite bathroom, hairdryer, Air-con., telephone, television, safe and fridge. In the common area are 2 outdoor pools, sauna, gym, Mini-club (summer), tennis courts and a shopping area. Free Wifi is available. The restaurant is serving up international cuisine at the buffet and offers show cooking in the evening. The poolside offering snacks at lunchtime and in the evening are served drinks in the Cocktail bar with live music and show. 12
Adrian Hoteles C/Paris S/N, Playa Fañabe 38660 Adeje Tenerife Canary Islands Spain Anne Marie Luyckx Comercial comercial@adrianhoteles.com www.adrianhoteles.com Tel.: + 34 922 713 333 Welcome to the family of Adrian. We want to provide all the simplicity, kindness and friendliness of our family. The Adrian family owns three exceptional hotels in Costa Adeje in the South of Tenerife: Hotel Jardines de Nivaria 5 *, the Hotel Roca Nivaria GH 5* and the Hotel Colón Guanahaní 4 *(Adults only). Rafael Adrián is responsible for the architecture of the hotels and his wife Mrs. Aurora has ensured that every corner has its own style and elegance. The personalized service offered to each guest, the quality of the facilities and good food make Adrian hotels the ideal holiday destination. Everything is designed so that every customer feels at home from the first moment. 13
Serhs Tourism Avda. Antonio Domínguez, 5 38660 Arona Playa De Las Américas Tenerife Canary Islands Spain Claudia Costantini Contracting Department claudia.constantini@grupserhs.com www.serhstourism.com T.+ 34 922 746 200 14
Hotel Villa Europe Cortés C/ Rafael Puig, S/N 38660 Arona Playa de Las Américas Tenerife Canary Islands Spain Jaime Hecht Comercial promotion-evc@europe-hotels.org www.europe-hotels.org T. + 34 922 757 700 Located in a quiet area, first line, in front of the Atlantic Ocean, in the best area in the south of Tenerife This Hotel inspired in the colonial, colorful architecture of a Mexican Hacienda, surrounded by beautiful gardens, waterfalls and pool area. Spacious rooms, decorated individually, with the highest comfort. Our very high standard of gastronomy, from Spanish (haut Cuisine) to Mexican and Bavarian, together with personal Service, are the biggest assets at Hotel Villa Cortés. Golf players have the advantage to play on the 6 golf courses on the island on special hotel rates. Our club house will be pleased to organize the green fees and transfer.. Enjoy the special chill out feeling on our Beach Club with Restaurant and Bali-Beds, and get inspired by the spectacular sun set behind La Gomera. You can celebrate your meetings in our 6 meeting rooms without resigning the comfort. Our wide and luminous lounges, separated by arches, invite to enjoy different cocktails, Coffee Breaks etc. 15
Jardín Tropical Hotel C/ Gran Bretaña S/N, 38660 Costa Adeje Tenerife Canary Islands Spain Cinthia Ventas Morillo Sales Executive comercial@jardin-tropical.com www.jardin-tropical.com T. + 34 922 746 000 The architect Melvin Villarroel built this hotel in 1987 with natural materials, mainly Canarian pine, stone and quicklime. The Moorish architecture is the perfect setting for a relaxing Holidays. The 390 rooms and Suites are comfortable, bright with modern and elegant decoration (which were refurbished in 2011).The gastronomic area is very important for our Hotel, and features several restaurants: "Las Mimosas" (Buffet restaurant), "Los Cucuruchos" (light lunch by the pool), "Las Rocas" (fish, seafood and rice dishes), "El Patio (Gourmet restaurant with creative cuisine) also the hotel has several bars (One of them is 24 hours). For people who is interested in golf, we have a dedicated golf department which is responsible for golf reservations and offers special discounts for our guest. 16
Hotel Suite Villa María Av. de Los Acantilados S/N La Caleta 38679 Adeje Tenerife Canary Islands Spain Jaime Rubiera Krahe Sales & Marketing comercial@suitevillamaria.com www.hotelsuitevillamaria.com T. + 34 922 168 584 The Suite Villa María Hotel is located on the southwest side of Tenerife only 25 minutes from the south airport and is comprised of a complex of 78 exclusive villas in different Canarian architectural styles, with one bedroom, two bedrooms with or without outside Jacuzzi and with three bedrooms with private swimming pool. Perfectly integrated with the Costa Adeje golf course, they are surrounded by two superb heated swimming pools, beautiful walk-ways and exotic tropical gardens. All villas enjoy an enviable position with magnificent views of the golf course, the mountains, the ocean and La Gomera Island. An unforgettable location with all 5* hotel services in which to relax, especially dedicated for those who are looking for quality, rest and a personalized service. 17
Pirámides de Güímar C/ Chacona S/N 38500 Güímar Tenerife Canary Islands Spain Jose A. Diaz Quintero Responsible of the Sales Department comercial1@piramidesdeguimar.es www.piramidesdeguimar.es T.+ 34 922 514 510 The Ethnographic Park Pirámides de Güímar is a 64000 m2 site of great cultural value, which comprises six stepped pyramids that have been studied by archaeologists around the world, led by the famous Norwegian anthropologist Thor Heyerdahl. The park includes the Casa Chacona Museum, the Auditorium, the Expeditions room, the Botanical Route, the Exportation Products Route, the Cultural Route, the exhibition Rapa Nui. Polynesia: Extreme Survival and the Poison Garden (unique in the Canary Islands). 18
Cordial Canarias Hotels & Resorts C/Cartago 22-1º El Tablero 35109 San Bartolomé De Tiraja Gran Canaria Las Palmas Canary Islands Spain Laura Medina Alemán Sales & Marketing Executive marketingcrm@cordialcanarias.com www.cordialcanarias.com T. + 34 928 72 147 Cordial Canarias Hotels and Resorts is a young hotel chain that started in 2004. Cordial stems from the latin cordis, the etymological meaning of which is from the heart and the company lives up to its motto in all aspects. Standing out for its deep commitment to the welfare of all its guests. The main objective of the group is to ensure its guests rest in a respectful and friendly environment. This means careful and kind attention and a program of continuous improvement in its establishments to ensure quality. There are 7 establishments that make up the chain, distributed in Gran Canaria, Hotel Cordial Mogán Playa, Apartamentos Cordial Mogán Valle, Bungalows Cordial Biarritz, Bungalows Cordial Green Golf y Bungalows Cordial Sandy Golf; Tenerife, Apartahotel Cordial Golf Plaza; and Fuerteventura, Cordial Best Age Fuerteventura. 20
Gloria Palace Thalasso & Hotels C/ Las Margaritas S/N, San Agustín 35100 Maspalomas Gran Canaria Canary Islands Spain Óscar Calle Marketing & Promoción promocion2@gloriapalaceth.com www.gloriapalaceth.com T + 34 928 128 507 Gloria Palace San Agustín Thalasso & Hotel and Gloria Palace Amadores Thalasso & Hotel(both four-star) and Gloria Palace Royal Hotel & Spa****sup, are known for their privileged locations with stunning views, their spaciousness, familiarity, gastronomy and their dedication to health. Without forgetting IZARO CLUB HOTEL**** in Lanzarote by Gloria Palace. The company is focused on the excellence in service and on environmental consideration. The three hotels located in the South of Gran Canaria are WIFI FREE. www.gloriapalaceth.com 21
H10 Hotels Playa La Enramada La Caleta 38660 Costa Adeje Tenerife Canary Islands Spain Roberto Somoza Martin Comercial comercial2.tnfs@h10hotels.com www.h10hotels.com T. + 34 922 717 449 H10 Hotels currently has a total of 43 establishments in 16 different destinations, 16 of which are located in the Canary Islands, on the islands of Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria and La Palma. All the hotels are situated in exceptional seafront locations and offer high quality, personalised service, an excellent cuisine, comfortable facilities and full programmes of activities and entertainment to suit all ages. Moreover, we are strongly committed to constantly improving our services and revamping our establishments in order to offer first-class facilities. H10 Hotels, where everything is done with you in mind. 22
Sandos Hotel & Resort Las Acacias, 6 35580 Playa Blanca Lanzarote Canary Islands Spain Angela Distler Comercial comercial1.papagayo@sandos.com www.sandos.com T. + 34 928 519 105 In Lanzarote you will find Sandos Papagayo Beach Resort, only 600 m from the beautiful Papagayo beaches. This 4 star Resort offers Relaxation and enjoyment as part of the 24 hours all inclusive service, spectacular sea views from their rooms or the Chill out terrace, Culinary delights in their five thematic restaurants or attention, training and education for our youngest guests in the Sanditos Kid's Club. The Sandos San Blas Nature Resort & Golf Hotel is an extraordinary 5 star all inclusive complex, located in a peaceful area on the south of Tenerife. Comfortable and stylish. Includes a boating lake, 8 pools, 2 restaurants, Spa Boutique and many sports and activities facilities for our guests of all ages. An ideal place to relax, sunbathe or play sports. An elegant, cozy and comfortable place. 23
Total Hotel Experience Avda. De Ansite, 3, 1º 35011 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Canary Islands Spain Pablo Guillén Commercial Manager pabloguillen@totalhotelexperience.com www.totalhotelexperience.com T. + 34 928 240 038 Total Hotel Experience (THe) is a new Canarian chain that currently manages seven establishments throughout the Canary Islands with the only aim to offer our customers the premises of quality and commitment. All our hotels are situated in exceptional locations offering high quality and a personalized service to suit and satisfy all expectations. Gran Canaria: - THe Puerto de Mogán 4* (Mogán) - THe Koala Garden Suites 3* (Maspalomas) - THe Anamar Suites 2* (Playa del Inglés) Lanzarote: - THe Volcán Lanzarote 5* (Playa Blanca) - THe Morromar 3* (Puerto del Carmen) - THe Las Gaviotas 3* (Puerto del Carmen) Fuerteventura: - THe Corralejo Beach 4* (Corralejo) Feel THe Experience!! 24
Canary Islands Tourist Office Promotur Turismo Canarias C/ Víctor Hugo, 60 35006 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Canary Islands Spain Juan Hiemenz Head of Fairs & Events Department T. + 34 928 293 698 F. + 34 928 240 564 info@turismodecanarias.com www.hellocanaryislands.com Let yourself be charmed by the Uncovered Canary Islands: El Hierro, La Palma, La Gomera, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, by the authenticity of their villages and traditions. Seven very different yet spectacular islands with a volcanic origin and impressive beaches. The hospitality of their people and their magnificent proposals for leisure and avant-garde accommodation will make your stay an unforgettable experience. Find out more about us at: www.shineagain.com & www.thebestclimateintheworld.com/ 26
Fuerteventura Tourist Board Fuerteventura Tourist Board C/Almirante Lallermand, 1 35600 Puerto del Rosario Fuerteventura Canary Islands Spain Moisés Jorge Naranjo Managing Director promocion@visitfuerteventura.es www.visitfuerteventura.es Imagine a paradise... An Island with over 150 km of white sand beaches and turquoise water to plunge into, throughout the whole year, where you can discover never-ending natural landscapes and partake the open character of its people. A place in wich to enjoy a great amount of activities with the best conditions: windsurfing, diving, walking, golf, kitesurfing,... And a place where you can hear the sound of silence. That paradise is FUERTEVENTURA T. +34 928 530 844 F. +34 928 851 695 28
Gran Canaria Tourist Board Gran Canaria Tourist Board C/ Triana, 93 35002 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Canary Islands Spain Juana Rosa Alemán Promotion Department jaleman@grancanaria.com www.grancanaria.com T. + 34 928 219 600 ext. 11925 Gran Canaria Tourist Board Spanish Tourist Office, 6th Floor, 64 North W1K 7DE London (UK) Discover Gran Canaria, the miniature continent that's a mere four hours away. Majestically rising up from the Atlantic below, Gran Canaria's home to some of the world's most beautiful beaches. At every turn of the road, there's something different to see. Whether it'll be the Alps-like mountains standing like guardians over whitewashed villages which appear to have been adopted from Andalucia. Everything you can imagine is at your fingertips. Gran Canaria, your ideal break.www.grancanaria.com Katherina Bomshtein Promotion Department katerina.bomshtein@tourspain.es www.grancanaria.com T. + 44 (0) 207 317 20 24 30
La Gomera Tourist Board La Gomera Tourist Board Casa Bencomo, C/ Real, 32 38800 San Sebastián de La Gomera Canary Islands Spain www.en.lagomera.travel info@lagomera.travel T. + 34 922 141 512 Pure nature, a mild climate throughout the year, the hospitality and warmth of its people and a wide range of quality accommodations, dining, entertainment and culture for everyone is what makes La Gomera one of those places in the world capable of captivating all of our senses. La Gomera has been recently certified as a member of the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves. This recognition is due, not only because the territory, but also because of a lifestyle which is capable of captivating travelers searching for a unique and authentic experience in a place to unwind, relax and feel healthy both inside and outside. Hiking is one of the most attractive activities in La Gomera, with spectacular paths which have a variety of difficulty, length and duration, to discover every nook of its rugged terrain. 32
Lanzarote Tourist Board Lanzarote Tourist Board Triana, 38 35500 Arrecife de Lanzarote Canary Islands Spain Paula Muñoz López Promotion Executive Lanzarote is pure geology, underwater and moonlike sites, crystal clear waters, thirsty lands, palms' oasis, it is harmonic life of man and nature. Undoubtedly a land of contrasts. It is the easternmost island of the Canary Islands, it is identified by the great amount of volcanoes that cover it due to the great volcanic activity of the early XVIII century. paula.munoz@tourspain.es www. turismolanzarote.com T. + 44 (0)207 317 2019 34
Tenerife Tourism Corporation Tenerife Tourism Corporation Avda. Constitución Nº 12 38005 Santa Cruz De Tenerife Canary Islands Spain Pia Louw Director of Travel Industry & Promotion promotion@webtenerife.com www.webtenerife.com Tel.: + 34 922 237 875 Tenerife Tourism Corporation Representation Office in UK 2nd Floor Magdalen House 148 Tooley Street SE1 2TU London UK Enrique Martín Account Executive Tenerife offers an endless list of things to enjoy which have made the island a holiday favourite for all types of travellers. Despite its size, the island boasts a variety of breathtaking landscapes, temperature rarely exceed 27º C, varying from prehistoric forests to desert plains of volcanic lava, and all within an hour s drive from one place to another. The exotic but European island enables visitors to enjoy a dream holiday in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. With an unexpected natural beauty and fascinating culture, every corner of the island is worth exploring. Enjoy an unbeatable climate, nearly 400 Km of coastline, 70 beaches, 8 golf courses, 1,500km of trails and exuberant nature as well. enrique@humewhitehead.co.uk www.webtenerife.com T. + 44 (0) 845 498 9984 36
La Palma Tourist Board La Palma Tourist Board Avda. Marítima 34 38700 Santa Cruz de La Palma La Palma Canary Islands Spain Raquel Hernández Hernández Promotion Department raquel@visitlapalma.es www.visitlapalma.es T. + 34 922 423 340 F. + 34 922 423 347 La Palma is the most north-western Canary island. Stretching over 708 square kilometres and reaching up to 2,426 metres above sea level, its visitors tend to give it the nickname La Isla Bonita (the beautiful island) Its unique topography, scenic variety, untouched nature, preserved traditions and kind people surprise both islanders and visitors. The island s culture, history, archaeology, handicrafts as well as cuisine are its hidden gems. Plenty of museums and visitor centres tell you the story of the island s life and culture. Undoubtedly, La Palma s clean and clear night sky is one of its many symbols. It has attracted astronomers and amateurs who are willing to unveil the Universe s mysteries and secrets at La Palma s highest point: the Roque de los Muchachos. Not in vain, la Palma is the first Starlight Reserve/Holiday Destination in the world 38
El Hierro Tourist Board El Hierro Tourist Board C/ Doctor Quintero, 4 38900 Valverde El Hierro Canary Islands Spain turismo@el-hierro.org www.elhierro.travel T. + 34 922 550 302 + 34 922 550 078 Imagine a paradise for underwater diving. Yes, this is El Hierro, the island that is bathed in transparent waters, where lovers of diving come every year from all over the world to photograph one of the best ocean depths of the planet. Relax and chill out in this small corner of the Atlantic that overflows with an abundance of nature. You will be able to boast of having been in one of the Biosphere Reserves of Europe. Take away with you an unforgettable memory of volcanoes and lava fields, fertile valleys, and dramatic cliffs up to 1000m high; dense forests of species of vegetation that have survived in the island since prehistoric times; trees that are a thousand years old, twisted by the wind; reptiles that were thought to be extinct... You will ask yourself how so much diversity is possible in such a small territory, but you ll realize that here everything is authentic. Forget your stress and turn your back on routine in this privileged island where aboriginal legends tell of sacred trees: this is the place that was considered the limit of the known world in classical times. But El Hierro is also the future. The island shows its determination to maintain a system of sustainable development, thanks to the construction of a hydroaeolic plant which will mean it is completely supplied by clean, renewable energy, as well as making it independent in terms of energy supplies. 40