Travel Guide

The currency used in the Canary Islands, like most of Europe, is the euro. You can exchange currency at your bank, at the airport, or at your hotel, although sometimes it is more cost-effective to use your UK bank card instead. It is a good idea to check with your bank about any fees that may be associated with using your card while abroad.

As in the rest of Spain, Spanish is the official language in the Canary Islands. However, like in most countries, a significant number of people in the Canary Islands also speak English, which is the second most widely spoken language on the islands. Many people also understand German. In most public establishments, such as stores, restaurants, and hotels, you will likely find at least one person who speaks English or German.

The Canary Islands enjoy warm, sunny weather all year round, with average temperatures ranging from 17°C in the winter to 24°C in the summer. There are rarely significant temperature fluctuations, although it is not uncommon for temperatures to exceed 30°C during the summer months, particularly in eastern parts of the islands. The islands closer to Africa tend to be hotter and drier than those located to the west.

On the Canary Islands, the power plugs and sockets are of Type C, Type E, and Type F. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

As of January 2022, there were approximately 876,200 people living on the island of Gran Canaria, with Tenerife being the most populous island, home to 978,100 inhabitants. When ranked by population, the Canary Islands were the seventh largest autonomous community in Spain, with a total of 1.11 million male and 1.14 million female inhabitants. Overall, the population of Spain in 2022 was distributed by gender and autonomous community.

Swimming with turtles in Tenerife is an unforgettable experience that many people may not realize is possible. At the picturesque El Puertito beach on the southern tip of Tenerife, you can find a group of sea turtles that call the area home. In fact, five of the seven species of turtles in the world can be found around Tenerife, including loggerhead, kemp's ridley, green, hawksbill, and leathery turtles.