CITA News — News from the Canary Islands https://cita.news/en/ Current news, investigative reporting, service features and relocation guides from the Canary Islands en-GB © 2026 CITA News info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) info@cita.news Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:30:02 -0000 60 https://cita.news/cita-logo.png CITA News https://cita.news/en/ 144 144 Playa del Inglés: the big Gran Canaria beach guide https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-playa-del-ingles-beach-guide.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-playa-del-ingles-beach-guide.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:21:42 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) GRAN CANARIA · SERVICES Playa del Inglés on Gran Canaria: location, access via the GC-1, beach character, safety and alternatives. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.
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Playa del Inglés: the big Gran Canaria beach guide

Playa del Inglés lies in the south of Gran Canaria and belongs to the municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana. The wide, golden sand beach joins the dunes of Maspalomas. For English-speaking visitors it is one of the island's most important holiday resorts. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife: the most beautiful beaches at a glance https://cita.news/en/tenerife-most-beautiful-beaches-overview.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-most-beautiful-beaches-overview.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:19:32 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES The most beautiful beaches in Tenerife: from Las Teresitas to the coves of Anaga. With climate data, safety rules and travel times.
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Tenerife: the most beautiful beaches at a glance

Tenerife offers sheltered city beaches, black volcanic coves and windy surf spots. According to the Cabildo de Tenerife, Playa de Las Teresitas near Santa Cruz de Tenerife is considered particularly family-friendly. Many remote stretches of coastline in the Anaga mountains, by contrast, can only be reached by boat or along difficult paths. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Fuerteventura map: towns and beaches at a glance https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-map-towns-beaches.html https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-map-towns-beaches.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:17:37 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) FUERTEVENTURA · SERVICES Fuerteventura map: the island
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Fuerteventura map: towns and beaches at a glance

This map explains the island's main towns, beaches and nature parks. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> La Graciosa: travel, beaches and rules in one guide https://cita.news/en/la-graciosa-travel-beaches-rules-guide.html https://cita.news/en/la-graciosa-travel-beaches-rules-guide.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:15:31 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · SERVICES La Graciosa is the inhabited island north of Lanzarote. This guide explains travel from Órzola, beaches, overnight stays and nature park rules.
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La Graciosa: travel, beaches and rules in one guide

La Graciosa lies north of Lanzarote and belongs to the municipality of Teguise. It is the largest inhabited island in the Chinijo Archipelago. This guide explains how to get there, the beaches, overnight stays and the strict rules in the nature park. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> La Orotava: old town, Teide and rules at a glance https://cita.news/en/la-orotava-old-town-teide-rules-guide.html https://cita.news/en/la-orotava-old-town-teide-rules-guide.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:13:14 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES La Orotava on Tenerife combines a historic old town, wooden balconies and Teide access. Opening times, recreation areas and rules in one guide.
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La Orotava: old town, Teide and rules at a glance

La Orotava in the north of Tenerife is best known for its historic old town, traditional wooden balconies and its proximity to Teide National Park. This guide explains what visitors, new residents and locals need to know. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Yaiza on Lanzarote: places, nature and rules at a glance https://cita.news/en/yaiza-lanzarote-places-nature-rules-guide.html https://cita.news/en/yaiza-lanzarote-places-nature-rules-guide.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:10:50 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · SERVICES Yaiza includes Playa Blanca, Papagayo and Timanfaya National Park. A practical guide to places, getting there, safety and protection rules.
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Yaiza on Lanzarote: places, nature and rules at a glance

Yaiza is a municipality in the south of Lanzarote and includes the historic village of Yaiza as well as the holiday resorts of Playa Blanca and Playa Quemada. This guide explains which places and natural attractions belong to it, how to get there and which rules apply in protected areas. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Gran Canaria flights: LPA airport at a glance https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-flights-lpa-airport-overview.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-flights-lpa-airport-overview.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:07:20 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) GRAN CANARIA · SERVICES Flights to Gran Canaria: airlines, arrival at LPA airport, recommended times, Fast Lane and alternatives. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.
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Gran Canaria flights: LPA airport at a glance

Flights to Gran Canaria land at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) in the east of the island. According to Aena, a total of 15,826,553 passengers were registered there in 2025. This guide explains airlines, arrival times, services and alternatives for travellers, residents and new arrivals. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Fuerteventura: flights, connections and prices 2026 https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-flights-connections-prices-2026.html https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-flights-connections-prices-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:07:08 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) FUERTEVENTURA · SERVICES Flights to Fuerteventura: AENA lists 67 destinations and 36 airlines for 4 October 2026. Direct connections and prices at a glance.
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Fuerteventura: flights, connections and prices 2026

Fuerteventura Airport (FUE) near El Matorral is served by 36 airlines with 67 destinations on 4 October 2026, according to AENA. Direct flights are available from Germany, Austria and Switzerland, among others. Anyone booking should check flight days, baggage rules and onward travel to the final destination separately. Status: Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Lanzarote: César Manrique life and works guide https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-cesar-manrique-life-works-guide.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-cesar-manrique-life-works-guide.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:03:51 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) LANZAROTE · CULTURE César Manrique (1919–1992) shaped Lanzarote like no other. The key sites, opening times, prices and rules for 2026 at a glance.
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Lanzarote: César Manrique life and works guide

César Manrique (1919–1992) was born in Arrecife and returned permanently to Lanzarote in 1966. His combination of art, architecture and volcanic nature continues to shape the island today. This guide takes you to the most important sites and explains what visitors need to know in 2026. Updated Sunday 4 October 2026.

]]> Gran Canaria: the best hotels and places to stay https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-best-hotels-accommodation.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-best-hotels-accommodation.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:02:06 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) GRAN CANARIA · SERVICES Hotels on Gran Canaria at a glance: the best areas from Las Palmas to Maspalomas, official accommodation and booking tips. As of 4 October 2026.
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Gran Canaria: the best hotels and places to stay

Gran Canaria offers legal accommodation in hotels, city hotels, rural hotels, holiday flats and tourist apartments. The island's official tourism portal provides a searchable directory for this. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026. According to the portal, the listed establishments meet the required safety and quality standards for their category.

]]> Tejeda on Gran Canaria: the complete travel guide https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-tejeda-travel-guide-roque-nublo.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-tejeda-travel-guide-roque-nublo.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:59:58 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) GRAN CANARIA · SERVICES Tejeda on Gran Canaria: Roque Nublo, Roque Bentayga, getting there, buses, booking requirement and best time to visit. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.
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Tejeda on Gran Canaria: the complete travel guide

Tejeda lies in the highlands at the centre of Gran Canaria and is the island's main destination for scenery, hiking and cultural heritage. The town is especially known for the Caldera de Tejeda, the Roque Nublo and the Roque Bentayga. Since 2026, access to the Roque Nublo has required a reservation, with a limit of 60 people per hour. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife in December: weather, climate and trip planning https://cita.news/en/tenerife-december-weather-climate-travel-planning.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-december-weather-climate-travel-planning.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:59:46 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Tenerife in December: AEMET climate values for the south show 22.8 °C by day, 16.5 °C at night and 195 hours of sunshine. The north and Teide differ.
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Tenerife in December: weather, climate and trip planning

Tenerife is a mild destination in December, but the island does not have uniform weather. According to AEMET, the climate normal values for Tenerife Sur Aeropuerto are 22.8 °C by day and 16.5 °C at night. The north is wetter, and winter weather can occur on Teide. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife: Playa de las Teresitas beach guide https://cita.news/en/tenerife-playa-de-las-teresitas-beach-guide.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-playa-de-las-teresitas-beach-guide.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:56:33 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Playa de las Teresitas in Tenerife: pale sandy beach near San Andrés, 7 km from Santa Cruz. Free parking, lifeguard times, rules.
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Tenerife: Playa de las Teresitas beach guide

Playa de las Teresitas is a pale sandy beach in the fishing village of San Andrés, about 7 km from the centre of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. A breakwater around 1 km long protects the bay from stronger waves. For families, residents and visitors, the man-made city beach is one of the most important bathing spots in the north-east of Tenerife. Updated: Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife car hire: prices, providers and tips for 2026 https://cita.news/en/tenerife-car-hire-prices-providers-tips-2026.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-car-hire-prices-providers-tips-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:52:20 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Car hire in Tenerife 2026: providers at TFS and TFN, realistic prices from around 25 euros per day, fuel policy, deposit and driving rules.
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Tenerife car hire: prices, providers and tips for 2026

Hiring a car in Tenerife is worthwhile above all for trips to Teide National Park, the Anaga mountains or remote coastal villages. According to Aena, Tenerife Sur and Tenerife Norte airports have several providers directly in the terminals. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Puerto Rico Gran Canaria: the complete guide https://cita.news/en/puerto-rico-gran-canaria-complete-guide.html https://cita.news/en/puerto-rico-gran-canaria-complete-guide.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:49:28 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) GRAN CANARIA · SERVICES Puerto Rico on Gran Canaria: location, beach, travel, marina with 531 berths, family activities and rules. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.
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Puerto Rico Gran Canaria: the complete guide

Puerto Rico lies in the south-west of the municipality of Mogán on Gran Canaria. The resort was developed from the 1960s onwards and is considered particularly suitable for families because of its sheltered, purpose-built bay. This guide explains the location, travel, beach, marina, activities and rules. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Playa Blanca Lanzarote: beaches, tips and rules https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-playa-blanca-beaches-tips-rules.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-playa-blanca-beaches-tips-rules.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:46:36 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · SERVICES Playa Blanca on Lanzarote: beaches, Papagayo coves, Marina Rubicón and getting there. With rules for the nature reserve and as of 4 October 2026.
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Playa Blanca Lanzarote: beaches, tips and rules

Playa Blanca in the south of Lanzarote belongs to the municipality of Yaiza and is known for its beaches, the promenade and the Marina Rubicón yacht harbour. The resort lies close to the natural beaches of Papagayo in the Monumento Natural de Los Ajaches. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Fuerteventura Airport: travel, parking, climate 2026 https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-airport-travel-parking-climate-2026.html https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-airport-travel-parking-climate-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:44:28 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) FUERTEVENTURA · SERVICES Fuerteventura Airport (FUE) lies 5 km south of Puerto del Rosario. All you need to know about bus routes, taxis, parking and climate, as of 4 October 2026.
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Fuerteventura Airport: travel, parking, climate 2026

Fuerteventura Airport (IATA code FUE) lies around 5 km south of Puerto del Rosario, near El Matorral. The operator is Aena. This guide explains travel to and from the airport, parking, accessibility and the typical climate at the airport. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> El Hierro: sights and travel tips for 2026 https://cita.news/en/el-hierro-sights-travel-tips-2026.html https://cita.news/en/el-hierro-sights-travel-tips-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:39:38 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) EL HIERRO · SERVICES El Hierro: the main sights, climate data and rules for protected areas. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026. With AEMET climate values.
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El Hierro: sights and travel tips for 2026

El Hierro is the smallest and westernmost of the Canary Islands. This guide lists the main sights, climate data and protected area rules. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Lanzarote Airport: arrivals, departures and key info https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-airport-arrivals-departures-info.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-airport-arrivals-departures-info.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:36:35 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · SERVICES César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport (ACE) is 6 km from Arrecife. All the key information on terminals, travel, climate and rules at a glance.
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Lanzarote Airport: arrivals, departures and key info

César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport (ACE) in San Bartolomé is the island's main international gateway. It lies about 6 km from Arrecife, between Arrecife and Puerto del Carmen. Clear rules apply for arrivals, departures and getting there, and this guide explains them all. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Puerto de la Cruz: sights and practical tips https://cita.news/en/puerto-de-la-cruz-sights-tips.html https://cita.news/en/puerto-de-la-cruz-sights-tips.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:35:05 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife: sights, getting there, climate and rules. A practical guide with information as of 4 October 2026.
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Puerto de la Cruz: sights and practical tips

Puerto de la Cruz lies on Tenerife's north coast in the Valle de La Orotava. The town combines historic architecture, black lava beaches, seawater pools and subtropical gardens. This guide explains what visitors and new residents need to know. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Lanzarote: planning a holiday with climate, rules and tips https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-planning-trip-climate-rules-tips.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-planning-trip-climate-rules-tips.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:32:28 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · SERVICES Planning a holiday in Lanzarote: AEMET climate data, Timanfaya National Park rules, free buses in 2026 and what applies on the island.
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Lanzarote: planning a holiday with climate, rules and tips

Lanzarote combines volcanic landscapes, beaches and sustainable tourism. The AEMET climate normals show an annual mean temperature of 21.1 °C for the Lanzarote/Aeropuerto station. Anyone visiting the island needs to know the strict rules in Timanfaya National Park. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Lanzarote: flights, airport and getting there at a glance https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-flights-airport-getting-there-guide.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-flights-airport-getting-there-guide.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:32:17 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · SERVICES Flights to Lanzarote: César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport (ACE), terminals, bus routes 22, 23, 161 and 162, taxi fares and climate. As of 4 October 2026.
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Lanzarote: flights, airport and getting there at a glance

Flights to Lanzarote land at César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport (ACE) near San Bartolomé, around 6 km from Arrecife. The airport has two terminals and is served by airlines including Binter Canarias, Canaryfly, Air Europa, Iberia and easyJet. This guide explains how to get there, buses, taxi fares and the best time to visit. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Gran Canaria holiday planning: the big CITA guide https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-holiday-planning-guide.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-holiday-planning-guide.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:29:12 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) GRAN CANARIA · TOURISM Plan a Gran Canaria holiday with checked facts: 236 km of coastline, beaches, towns, climate, rules and 2026 dates. As of Sunday 4 October 2026.
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Gran Canaria holiday planning: the big CITA guide

According to the official tourism website, Gran Canaria is suitable for holidays all year round. The island combines 236 kilometres of coastline, beaches, mountains and historic towns. This guide explains what travellers need to know when planning a trip. As of Sunday 4 October 2026.

]]> Teide: Visiting the volcano and national park https://cita.news/en/tenerife-teide-national-park-permit-tenerife-on.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-teide-national-park-permit-tenerife-on.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:26:43 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Teide National Park on Tenerife: which trails require a permit and how booking through Tenerife ON works in practice.
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Teide: Visiting the volcano and national park

The Parque Nacional del Teide on Tenerife is Spain's highest mountain and a strictly protected national park. For the summit trail PNT 10 Telesforo Bravo and four further routes, a prior permit through the Tenerife ON platform is mandatory. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife South Airport: arrivals, departures and info https://cita.news/en/tenerife-south-airport-arrivals-departures-info.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-south-airport-arrivals-departures-info.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:26:32 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Tenerife South Airport (TFS) near Granadilla de Abona operates around the clock. All you need to know about arrivals, departures, buses, taxis and rules.
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Tenerife South Airport: arrivals, departures and info

Tenerife South–Reina Sofía Airport (TFS) is located near Granadilla de Abona in the south of Tenerife. It is the island's main international airport and operates around the clock. This guide explains arrivals, departures, getting there by bus and taxi, and the rules on site. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> La Graciosa: sights and travel tips https://cita.news/en/la-graciosa-sights-travel-tips.html https://cita.news/en/la-graciosa-sights-travel-tips.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:23:17 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) CANARY ISLANDS · SERVICES La Graciosa is reached by ferry from Órzola to Caleta de Sebo. All the rules on camping, diving and the marine reserve at a glance.
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La Graciosa: sights and travel tips

La Graciosa is the only permanently inhabited island in the Chinijo Archipelago north of Lanzarote. Access is by ferry between Órzola and Caleta de Sebo. Anyone visiting the island is moving within the Parque Natural del Archipiélago Chinijo and must know its rules. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> La Gomera: sights and travel tips for 2026 https://cita.news/en/la-gomera-sights-travel-tips-2026.html https://cita.news/en/la-gomera-sights-travel-tips-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:21:18 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LA GOMERA · SERVICES La Gomera: Garajonay National Park, Silbo Gomero, getting there, hiking, climate and rules. The big CITA guide, updated 4 October 2026.
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La Gomera: sights and travel tips for 2026

La Gomera is the Canary Islands' quiet walking and nature island. The Garajonay National Park protects the largest continuous laurel forest in the Canaries. This guide brings together sights, getting there, climate and protection rules. Updated: Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Santa Cruz de Tenerife: sights and practical tips https://cita.news/en/santa-cruz-de-tenerife-sights-tips.html https://cita.news/en/santa-cruz-de-tenerife-sights-tips.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:19:30 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Santa Cruz de Tenerife: climate, travel, bus fares and parking at a glance. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026. All facts with sources.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife: sights and practical tips

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the capital of Tenerife and lies on the island's north-east coast. This guide brings together climate data, travel, bus fares and parking. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife holidays: planning, sights and rules for 2026 https://cita.news/en/tenerife-holiday-planning-rules-2026.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-holiday-planning-rules-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:17:28 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Plan a Tenerife holiday: airports, buses, Teide permits, AEMET climate data and the main sights. Updated 4 October 2026.
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Tenerife holidays: planning, sights and rules for 2026

Tenerife combines beaches, historic towns, volcanic landscapes and walking routes. For trip planning, the key factors are the island's two airports, the altitude differences between the coast and Mount Teide, and changing access rules in natural areas. Updated Sunday 4 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife: flights, airports and booking at a glance https://cita.news/en/tenerife-flights-airports-booking-tips.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-flights-airports-booking-tips.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:15:31 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Flights to Tenerife: TFS or TFN, direct connections, climate and booking tips. All the facts on airports, prices and travel times at a glance.
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Tenerife: flights, airports and booking at a glance

Tenerife has two commercial airports: Tenerife Sur (TFS) in the south and Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna (TFN) in the north. Which airport is cheaper depends above all on your destination on the island and the available flight schedule. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

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