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Along with Gran Canaria, Tenerife is one of the most popular islands of the Canary Islands and also one of the most visited every summer by Spaniards and tourists who seek to discover the spectacular volcanic landscapes that this island hides or simply spend a few days and weeks relaxing and enjoying breathtaking beaches. Fortunately, these beaches can be enjoyed all year round s I have made a selection of the most paradisiacal and beautiful beaches on the island, just in case you plan a visit for your next break.

I have tried to include remote, wild beaches, others that are more accessible, a selection which is ideal for those looking to relax and get away from the tourist centres or for those who prefer all the comforts and easy access. So, here they are:

Tejita Beach

If you are looking for one of those wild, hidden beaches and one of the most beautiful in Tenerife, then Tejita beach is perfect for you. A beach that you will find in the south of the island and next to the Montaña Roja Nature Reserve. An old volcanic crater of a reddish colour, of which you will have spectacular views from this beach. A quiet, wild beach with golden sand, ideal for those looking for a place away from the tourist centres and especially for fans of sports such as surfing or windsurfing, since the wind is another of the great protagonists at this sandbank.

Teresitas Beach

Las Teresitas Beach is one of the best-known beaches in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. A beach of golden sand and palm trees that you will find located in the town of San Andrés and that will undoubtedly transport you to any paradisiacal beach that you have ever dreamed of. It is also one of the favourite beaches for families, thanks to the tranquillity of its waves since the dikes are responsible for softening the waves. All this, together with how close it is to the city centre, make it one of the most touristy beaches on the island.

Benijo Beach

This is another one of those completely wild and extremely beautiful beaches that you can find on the island of Tenerife and specifically on its north coast. A perfect black sand beach for those who want to escape the overcrowding of other better-known beaches, since in summer it has an average occupancy and low occupancy the rest of the year. Its access is another of the reasons why this beach does not have many tourists and in order to get to it you will have to access a path with steps that will have you descending for about fifteen minutes, but remember at the end of the day you will have to go back up. It is also advisable to be especially careful with the waves since they are usually quite strong. The environment and landscape deserve at least one visit, as do its spectacular sunsets.

Masca Beach

A wild, isolated environment, with volcanic sand, surrounded by cliffs and crystal clear waters. This is how we could define this small but beautiful beach of Masca located at the end of the bed of the Barranco de Masca. Another of its characteristics is its difficult access, for which you will have to approach it either by boat or by going down the ravine, which can take between 2 and 4 hours on foot. An effort that will undoubtedly be worth it not just for its paradisiacal beach, but also for the impressive landscapes that you will be able to see throughout your walk.

El Duque Beach

For those who prefer something more accessible and with all the creature comforts, Playa El Duque is another favourite. It is a Blue Flag beach located in the tourist area of ​​Costa Adeje and in front of some of the most exclusive and luxurious hotels on the Island. With golden sand, crystal clear, clean and calm waters and with all the necessary services, which makes it one of the favourite options for tourists.

El Medano Beach

Another stunning beach with a Blue Flag that you can find in Tenerife is Playa de El Médano. A beach where you can also enjoy all the services and is located in the municipality of Granadilla de Abona. From here you can also enjoy the majestic view of the Montaña Roja volcanic cone, as well as practising sports such as surfing or windsurfing, among others. Another of its particularities is its sand with different shades of light brown.

Food in season is cheaper and tastes much better. No arguments there!

Throughout the year we can consume almost any type of food, even though it is not the optimal time for its harvest. This allows us to eat a very varied diet, but it hurts the environment ... and our pockets. 

Consuming fruits and vegetables in season is cheaper than buying foods that should not be on the market during a certain time of year. In addition, it is beneficial for our bodies and has great environmental benefits.

When food is in season, it indicates that it is the best time to consume it, since it maintains a large part of its nutrients. It is also noticeable in its flavour since the ripening process is not done artificially.

Fruits that are at their best are avocado, raspberry, kiwi, lemon, tangerine, apple, oranges, banana, and grapefruit. January is also a good month to take advantage of the harvest of the last persimmons and custard apples of the season. Also, in January, the first strawberries begin to appear on the market.

The list of seasonal vegetables in January is extensive too. At this time of year, we can enjoy the following foods in their fullness: chard, garlic, artichoke, celery, aubergine, broccoli, zucchini, thistle, red cabbage, cauliflower, endive, endive, spinach, pea, broad bean, green bean, lettuce, cucumber, pepper, leek, radish, beet, cabbage, tomato and carrot.

Maybe we should all start paying attention to the seasons, it will benefit us in many ways.

When you’re wandering through Madrid never look down or you could miss great pieces of art like this one!

Although the statue of the fallen angel in Parque El Retiro is one of the most famous for being one of the few statues in the world dedicated to Lucifer, this little one located in front of the famous food market “Mercado de San Miguel” is just as spectacular, and most people don’t even notice it if they don’t raise their eyes.

It’s called “Accidente Aereo” (air crash) and when it ‘crash-landed’ in 2005 into  the roof of the building, the neighbours wondered what it was.

Some people claimed that it was the devil, an angel expelled from paradise, but for others it was a stumbled Icarus...

But the author of the art piece, Miguel Angel Ruiz Beato, revealed the true meaning in an interview: “Ten thousand years ago a winged man went out for a walk and when he returned, flying quietly on his back, while sunbathing, he didn’t realize that in the meadow where he always used to land a whole city had grown. The result was this accident.”