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A Lap Around Tenerife

A Lap Around Tenerife

Your guide to road tripping & hiking around Spain's best island! There is so much variety in Tenerife between surfing, hiking the luscious green mountains, and swimming in natural rock pools.
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Things to do

Parque Rural de Anaga
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Stunning foggy green hiking area
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Mirador Aguaide
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Piscina natural de Jóver
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Natural rock pool that feels mermaid-esque in the sunshine
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Masca
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An incredible village nestled in the mountains with a view of the ocean. **Be warned this is the scariest road I've ever driven down with room for one car and two-way traffic & tour buses
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El agujero, Los Gigantes, Tenerife
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Hiking the famous Gigantes area
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Los Gigantes view point
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Worth stopping to see the famous Los Gigantes
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Playa de los Guios
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A beautiful (popular & often crowded) beach with a view of Los Gigantes. Restaurants and shops nearby
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Parque Nacional del Teide
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Park area around the island's volcano. A wonderful spot for star gazing tours also
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Mirador de las Narices del Teide
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Natural swimming pool
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Piscinas Naturales Los Abrigos
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Playa de Benijo
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Playa de la Tejita
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Places to eat

Restaurante Régulo
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Canarian food
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Café Melita - Palmelita
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The loveliest cafe with a sunroom view of the ocean. A fantastic spot to try the iconic barraquito coffee
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Baja Surf Café
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A casual and cosy restaurant that is always lively
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La Pendeja food truck
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Arepera Las Rosas
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Tasty Venezuelan food
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Accommodation

Lagarto Hostel Tenerife
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Arena Nest Hostel
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The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama
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Iconic coral colored hotel worth stopping by to see
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
I am a part-time English teacher, part-time traveler currently based in Northern Spain. As I am in my second year living in Spain, I am attempting to see as much as possible with a focus on budget-friendly, outdoor destinations. My guides are built for anyone looking to fill a long weekend in Western Europe with a balance of good food and great views!
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Parque Rural de Anaga
Mirador Aguaide
Piscina natural de Jóver
Masca
El agujero, Los Gigantes, Tenerife
Los Gigantes view point
Playa de los Guios
Teide National Park
Mirador de las Narices del Teide
Natural swimming pool
Piscinas Naturales Los Abrigos
Playa de Benijo
Playa de la Tejita
Restaurante Régulo
Café Melita - Palmelita
Baja Surf Café
La Pendeja food truck
Arepera Las Rosas
Lagarto Hostel Tenerife
Arena Nest Hostel
The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama
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