Playa de las Americas

Set on the southwest of Tenerife, the resort of Playa de las Americas is particularly popular with packaged holidaymakers looking for the winning combination of sun, sea and sand. The beaches, Playa del Bobo and Playas de Troya, are covered in dark volcanic sands and lined by a picturesque promenade. A wealth of water sports is offered on the beach, including jet skiing, windsurfing, scuba diving and sailing. Playa offers excellent shopping, with duty-free outlets, small shops selling local handicrafts and souvenirs, and Torviscas Market, which is held twice a week and offers a wealth of bargains.

Activities in Playa de las Americas
Visitors can stroll along the beachfront promenade or take the mini train to neighbouring resorts. Holidays on Playa de las Americas offer a choice of excursions, including fun-packed family days out to Aqua Park, camel trekking, boat trips and an 18-hole golf course. Those who want to explore a little further a field can head to Mount Teide National Park or take a daytrip to Santa Cruz, the island's capital. Playa de las Americas is located 11 miles, (17.5 kilometres) from Reina Sofia Airport.

Lively nightlife
Evenings are spent dining at a wide selection of restaurants, serving everything from traditional Spanish tapas to full English breakfasts. The restaurants in Playa de las Americas offer Chinese, Italian, Indian, Lebanese and many other international dishes. Holidays in Playa de las Americas is a haven for partygoers, with its endless choice of lively bars with happy hours, karaoke, pulsating nightclubs, big-name DJs, and even casinos.