Did you know?
The Romans called the Canaries the Fortunate
Islands because of their excellent weather.
Visas
No visa required for
UK visitors.
Getting there
Direct scheduled and charter flights to Reina Sofia airport in the south, scheduled flights to Los Rodeos airport in the north.
Flying time from London
Four hours, 15 minutes.
Getting around
Regular bus services between all main resorts. Hiring a car, from around £65 per week, is the easiest way to tour the island.
Costs
As a rough guide, small bottle of beer 60p, roll of film £2.50, moderate restaurant meal £7, litre of petrol 40p, short taxi ride £4.
Weather
The climate is beach friendly all year round although it can get a bit overpowering in midsummer. More bearable is the December to February period, also the island's busiest period.
Time difference
Same as the UK.
International dialling code from the UK
00 34 922.
Voltage
220 volts, 50Hz. Plugs have two round pins like continental Europe so you'll need an adaptor.
Opening hours
Big supermarkets and department stores open from 9am to 9pm Monday-Saturday but smaller shops usually shut between 2pm and 5pm, then reopen for a few hours. Banks open Monday-Friday, 8.30am-2pm and sometimes Saturday 9am-1pm. Exchange offices (cambio) open longer but banks often give better rates. Stamps are sold at many newsagents and shops.
Health — before you go
No jabs needed. The
UK has reciprocal medical arrangements with Spain but you'll need to take an EHIC form with you (from post offices).
Health — when you are there
Tenerife is a healthy place, but take precautions in the sun.
Warnings
Don't expect much peace and quiet in resorts like Puerto de la Cruz,
Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos. Beware of lager louts. Petty theft is a problem so be sensible with your belongings.
Emergency
Police, dial 092; medical, 061. British Consulate, Plaza Weyler 8-1,
Santa Cruz de
Tenerife 38003. Tel (00 34 922) 28 68 63.
Customs
Canarians are a friendly bunch. They take long lunches, which probably contributes to their sunny mood. They're smart dressers who, particularly in good restaurants, won't appreciate scruffy holidaymakers.
Pets
Spain is part of the Pet Travel Scheme but your animal must have all the right documentation, which takes some months to set up. See your vet for details.
Tipping
10%-20% in restaurants.
Tourist office
Spanish National Tourist Office, 22-23 Manchester Square,
London W1M 5AP. Tel 020 7486 8077. Brochure line: 09063 640630 (60p per minute).
Did you know?
The Romans called the Canaries the Fortunate
Islands because of their excellent weather.
Visas
No visa required for
UK visitors.
Getting there
Direct scheduled and charter flights to Reina Sofia airport in the south, scheduled flights to Los Rodeos airport in the north.
Flying time from London
Four hours 15 minutes.
Getting around
Regular bus services between all main resorts. Hiring a car, from around £65 per week, is the easiest way to tour the island.
Costs
As a rough guide, pint of beer 60p, roll of film £2.50, moderate restaurant meal £7, litre of petrol 40p, short taxi ride £4.
Weather
Tenerife has a good year-round climate ranging from 18C (64F) in winter to 24C (75F) in summer (can hit 30C /86F in August). The Mt Teide volcano can create a lot of cloud and rain around the north coast resorts, especially in winter, while it's sizzling in the south of the island.
Time difference
Same as the UK.
International dialling code from the UK
00 34 922.
Voltage
220 volts, 50Hz. Plugs have two round pins like continental Europe so you'll need an adaptor.
Opening hours
Big supermarkets and department stores open from 9am to 9pm Monday-Saturday but smaller shops usually shut between 2pm and 5pm, then reopen for a few hours. Banks open Monday-Friday, 8.30am-2pm and sometimes Saturday 9am-1pm. Exchange offices (cambio) open longer but banks often give better rates. Stamps are sold at many newsagents and shops.
Health — before you go
No jabs needed. The
UK has reciprocal medical arrangements with Spain but you'll need to take an EHIC form with you (from post offices).
Health — when you are there
Tenerife is a healthy place, but take precautions in the sun.
Warnings
Don't expect much peace and quiet, particularly in the main resorts of Puerto de la Cruz,
Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos. Beware of lager louts. Petty theft is a problem so be sensible with your belongings.
Emergency
Police, dial 092; medical, 061. British Consulate, Plaza Weyler 8-1,
Santa Cruz de
Tenerife 38003. Tel. (00 34 922) 28 68 63.
Customs
Canarians are a friendly bunch. They take long lunches, which probably contributes to their sunny mood. They're smart dressers who, particularly in good restaurants, won't appreciate scruffy holidaymakers.
Pets
Spain is part of the Pet Travel Scheme but your animal must have all the right documentation, which takes some months to set up. See your vet for details.
Tipping
10%-20% in restaurants.
Tourist office
Spanish National Tourist Office, 22-23 Manchester Square,
London W1M 5AP. Tel 020 7486 8077. Brochure line: 09063 640630 (60p per minute).
Did you know?
The Romans called the Canaries the Fortunate
Islands because of their excellent weather.
Visas
No visa required for
UK visitors.
Getting there
Direct scheduled and charter flights to Reina Sofia airport in the south, scheduled flights to Los Rodeos airport in the north.
Flying time from London
Four hours 15 minutes.
Getting around
Regular bus services between all main resorts. Hiring a car, from around £65 per week, is the easiest way to tour the island.
Costs
As a rough guide, pint of beer 60p, roll of film £2.50, moderate restaurant meal £7, litre of petrol 40p, short taxi ride £4.
Weather
Tenerife has a good year-round climate ranging from 18C (64F) in winter to 24C (75F) in summer (can hit 30C /86F in August). The Mt Teide volcano can create a lot of cloud and rain around the north coast resorts, especially in winter, while it's sizzling in the south of the island.
Time difference
Same as the UK.
International dialling code from the UK
00 34 922.
Voltage
220 volts, 50Hz. Plugs have two round pins like continental Europe so you'll need an adaptor.
Opening hours
Big supermarkets and department stores open from 9am to 9pm Monday-Saturday but smaller shops usually shut between 2pm and 5pm, then reopen for a few hours. Banks open Monday-Friday, 8.30am-2pm and sometimes Saturday 9am-1pm. Exchange offices (cambio) open longer but banks often give better rates. Stamps are sold at many newsagents and shops.
Health — before you go
No jabs needed. The
UK has reciprocal medical arrangements with Spain but you'll need to take an EHIC form with you (from post offices).
Health — when you are there
Tenerife is a healthy place, but take precautions in the sun.
Warnings
Don't expect much peace and quiet, particularly in the main resorts of Puerto de la Cruz,
Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos. Beware of lager louts. Petty theft is a problem so be sensible with your belongings.
Emergency
Police, dial 092; medical, 061. British Consulate, Plaza Weyler 8-1,
Santa Cruz de
Tenerife 38003. Tel. (00 34 922) 28 68 63.
Customs
Canarians are a friendly bunch. They take long lunches, which probably contributes to their sunny mood. They're smart dressers who, particularly in good restaurants, won't appreciate scruffy holidaymakers.
Pets
Spain is part of the Pet Travel Scheme but your animal must have all the right documentation, which takes some months to set up. See your vet for details.
Tipping
10%-20% in restaurants.
Tourist office
Spanish National Tourist Office, 22-23 Manchester Square,
London W1M 5AP. Tel 020 7486 8077. Brochure line: 09063 640630 (60p per minute).
Did you know?
The Romans called the Canaries the Fortunate
Islands because of their excellent weather.
Visas
No visa required for
UK visitors.
Getting there
Direct scheduled and charter flights to Reina Sofia airport in the south, scheduled flights to Los Rodeos airport in the north.
Flying time from London
Four hours, 15 minutes.
Getting around
Regular bus services between all main resorts. Hiring a car, which costs from around £65 per week, is the easiest way to tour the island.
Costs
Prices vary greatly, but as a rough guide: pint of beer 60p, roll of 24-exposure film £2.50, moderate restaurant meal £7, litre of petrol 40p, short taxi ride £4.
Weather
Daily temperatures in northern
Tenerife can go up to 30C/ 86F in August, on average. June, July and August are exceptionally dry in this region.
Time difference
Same as UK.
International dialling code from the UK
00 34 922.
Voltage
220 volts, 50Hz. Plugs have two round pins like continental Europe so you'll need an adaptor.
Opening hours
Big supermarkets and department stores open from 9am to 9pm Monday-Saturday but smaller shops usually shut between 2pm and 5pm, then reopen for a few hours. Banks open Monday-Friday, 8.30am-2pm and sometimes Saturday 9am-1pm. Exchange offices (cambio) open longer but banks often give better rates. Stamps are sold at many newsagents and shops.
Health — before you go
No jabs needed. The
UK has reciprocal medical arrangements with Spain but you'll need to take an EHIC form with you (from post offices).
Health — when you are there
Tenerife is a healthy place, but take precautions in the sun.
Warnings
Don't expect much peace and quiet. Beware of lager louts. Petty theft is a problem so be sensible with your belongings.
Emergency
Police, dial 092; medical, 061. British Consulate, Plaza Weyler 8-1,
Santa Cruz de
Tenerife 38003. Tel (00 34 922) 28 68 63.
Customs
Canarians are a friendly bunch. They take long lunches, which probably contributes to their sunny mood. They're smart dressers who, particularly in good restaurants, won't appreciate scruffy holidaymakers.
Pets
Spain is part of the Pet Travel Scheme but your animal must have all the right documentation, which takes some months to set up. See your vet for details.
Tipping
10-20% in restaurants.
Tourist office
Spanish National Tourist Office, 22-23 Manchester Square,
London W1M 5AP. Tel 020 7486 8077. Brochure line: 09063 640630 (60p per minute).
Did you know?
The Romans called the Canaries the Fortunate
Islands because of their excellent weather.
Visas
No visa required for
UK visitors.
Getting there
Direct scheduled and charter flights to Reina Sofia airport in the south, scheduled flights to Los Rodeos airport in the north.
Flying time from London
Four hours, 15 minutes.
Getting around
Regular bus services between all main resorts. Hiring a car, which costs from around £65 per week, is the easiest way to tour the island.
Costs
Prices vary greatly, but as a rough guide: pint of beer 60p, roll of 24-exposure film £2.50, moderate restaurant meal £7, litre of petrol 40p, short taxi ride £4.
Weather
Daily temperatures in northern
Tenerife can go up to 30C/ 86F in August, on average. June, July and August are exceptionally dry in this region.
Time difference
Same as UK.
International dialling code from the UK
00 34 922.
Voltage
220 volts, 50Hz. Plugs have two round pins like continental Europe so you'll need an adaptor.
Opening hours
Big supermarkets and department stores open from 9am to 9pm Monday-Saturday but smaller shops usually shut between 2pm and 5pm, then reopen for a few hours. Banks open Monday-Friday, 8.30am-2pm and sometimes Saturday 9am-1pm. Exchange offices (cambio) open longer but banks often give better rates. Stamps are sold at many newsagents and shops.
Health — before you go
No jabs needed. The
UK has reciprocal medical arrangements with Spain but you'll need to take an EHIC form with you (from post offices).
Health — when you are there
Tenerife is a healthy place, but take precautions in the sun.
Warnings
Don't expect much peace and quiet. Beware of lager louts. Petty theft is a problem so be sensible with your belongings.
Emergency
Police, dial 092; medical, 061. British Consulate, Plaza Weyler 8-1,
Santa Cruz de
Tenerife 38003. Tel (00 34 922) 28 68 63.
Customs
Canarians are a friendly bunch. They take long lunches, which probably contributes to their sunny mood. They're smart dressers who, particularly in good restaurants, won't appreciate scruffy holidaymakers.
Pets
Spain is part of the Pet Travel Scheme but your animal must have all the right documentation, which takes some months to set up. See your vet for details.
Tipping
10-20% in restaurants.
Tourist office
Spanish National Tourist Office, 22-23 Manchester Square,
London W1M 5AP. Tel 020 7486 8077. Brochure line: 09063 640630 (60p per minute).
Did you know?
The Romans called the Canaries the Fortunate
Islands because of their excellent weather.
Visas
No visa required for
UK visitors.
Getting there
Direct scheduled and charter flights to Reina Sofia airport in the south, scheduled flights to Los Rodeos airport in the north.
Flying time from London
Four hours 15 minutes.
Getting around
Regular bus services between all main resorts. Hiring a car, from around £65 per week, is the easiest way to tour the island.
Costs
As a rough guide, pint of beer 60p, roll of film £2.50, moderate restaurant meal £7, litre of petrol 40p, short taxi ride £4.
Weather
Tenerife has a good year-round climate ranging from 18C (64F) in winter to 24C (75F) in summer (can hit 30C /86F in August). The Mt Teide volcano can create a lot of cloud and rain around the north coast resorts, especially in winter, while it's sizzling in the south of the island.
Time difference
Same as the UK.
International dialling code from the UK
00 34 922.
Voltage
220 volts, 50Hz. Plugs have two round pins like continental Europe so you'll need an adaptor.
Opening hours
Big supermarkets and department stores open from 9am to 9pm Monday-Saturday but smaller shops usually shut between 2pm and 5pm, then reopen for a few hours. Banks open Monday-Friday, 8.30am-2pm and sometimes Saturday 9am-1pm. Exchange offices (cambio) open longer but banks often give better rates. Stamps are sold at many newsagents and shops.
Health — before you go
No jabs needed. The
UK has reciprocal medical arrangements with Spain but you'll need to take an EHIC form with you (from post offices).
Health — when you are there
Tenerife is a healthy place, but take precautions in the sun.
Warnings
Don't expect much peace and quiet, particularly in the main resorts of Puerto de la Cruz,
Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos. Beware of lager louts. Petty theft is a problem so be sensible with your belongings.
Emergency
Police, dial 092; medical, 061. British Consulate, Plaza Weyler 8-1,
Santa Cruz de
Tenerife 38003. Tel. (00 34 922) 28 68 63.
Customs
Canarians are a friendly bunch. They take long lunches, which probably contributes to their sunny mood. They're smart dressers who, particularly in good restaurants, won't appreciate scruffy holidaymakers.
Pets
Spain is part of the Pet Travel Scheme but your animal must have all the right documentation, which takes some months to set up. See your vet for details.
Tipping
10%-20% in restaurants.
Tourist office
Spanish National Tourist Office, 22-23 Manchester Square,
London W1M 5AP. Tel 020 7486 8077. Brochure line: 09063 640630 (60p per minute).