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Traditional food of La Gomera: watercress stew, almogrote and palm syrup
Explore La Gomera’s traditional food, including watercress stew, almogrote cheese spread, palm syrup, gofio, local cheese and wine.
GetHoliday · Tenerife
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Local guides and tips for exploring Tenerife and La Gomera.
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Hermigua's Pescante: the story of La Gomera's suspended harbour
Discover the history of Hermigua’s Pescante: the La Unión company, banana exports, Fyffes aerial transporter and the concrete pillars still standing by the sea.
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Silbo Gomero: La Gomera’s UNESCO-listed whistled language
Discover how Silbo Gomero communicates across La Gomera’s ravines, how whistled speech works and why UNESCO recognised it in 2009.
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How to visit Mount Teide: practical tips
Plan your Teide National Park visit with advice on altitude, weather and respecting the landscape.
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Masca Gorge: Tenerife's volcanic history carved into the landscape
Explore Masca Gorge in the Teno massif: volcanic geology, fragile wildlife, rural heritage and responsible visitor advice.
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Masca village: Tenerife's traditional stone houses and mountain heritage
Discover Masca's stone architecture, Canary Island palms, agricultural terraces and rural history in the Teno mountains.
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Teno Rural Park: discover Tenerife's ancient volcanic north-west
A local guide to Teno Rural Park's cliffs, ravines, rural villages and distinctive natural heritage.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival: music, costumes and island traditions
Discover Santa Cruz Carnival's street celebrations, traditional performance groups and practical visitor tips.
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Before visiting Tenerife: essential tips for a better holiday
Plan your Tenerife trip with practical advice on airports, weather, buses, Mount Teide, beaches, ferries and local culture.
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Teide National Park: volcanoes, wildlife and ancient island legends
Discover the volcanic history, remarkable landscapes, endemic plants and cultural heritage of Tenerife's Teide National Park.
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Canary Islands bananas: history, farming and local culture
Discover the history of Plátano de Canarias, how it is grown and why banana plantations are part of the islands' landscape.
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11 surprising facts about the Canary Islands and their culture
Discover eleven Canary Islands facts, from Mount Teide and Silbo Gomero to laurel forests, Atlantic wildlife and island traditions.
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Mars, the Moon and Venus: otherworldly scenery in Teide National Park
Explore the volcanic landscapes that make Tenerife's Teide National Park feel like a journey through the Solar System.
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La Gomera wine culture: volcanic terraces and Forastera Gomera grapes
Explore La Gomera's wine-growing history, hillside terraces, distinctive grape varieties and modern island wineries.
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Whales and dolphins in Tenerife: a guide to responsible watching
Discover Tenerife's whales and dolphins and learn what to look for in a responsible boat-watching excursion.
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8 best places to visit in Tenerife: a local guide to the island
From Mount Teide and La Laguna to Anaga and Teno, explore eight memorable Tenerife sights with thoughtful local travel advice.
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Travelling to Tenerife during COVID-19: a GetHoliday historical archive
A historical record of pandemic-era Tenerife travel rules; outdated tests, masks and app requirements are not current travel advice.
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GetHoliday at FITUR Madrid 2017: a chapter in our company story
A restored account of GetHoliday's participation in the 2017 FITUR tourism fair in Madrid and its ties to Canary Islands tourism.
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GetHoliday in 2017: a new logo and the start of our travel blog
Looking back at GetHoliday's 2017 branding refresh and the launch of its Canary Islands travel blog.
From the archive: other Canary Islands
Historic articles remain available; our current excursions focus on Tenerife and La Gomera.
- Caldera de Taburiente: volcanic history and remarkable island wildlife
- Gran Canaria's protected landscapes: dunes, forests and mountains
- Gran Canaria's towns and villages: heritage from coast to mountains
- Gran Canaria: volcanic geography, local history and microclimates
- Lanzarote travel guide: volcanic scenery, beaches and island traditions
- La Palma, the Isla Bonita: island history, towns and nature
- El Hierro: viewpoints, laurel forests and natural pools