Planning a trip to Tenerife? Make sure your backpack is ready for adventure! Pack lightweight clothes for sunny days, a swimsuit for beach time, and comfy shoes for exploring volcanic trails. Don’t forget sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a light jacket for cooler evenings. A reusable water bottle and power bank are also great travel buddies. Stay light, stay ready — Tenerife is waiting!

Want to fit more? Use a vacuum storage bag — just compress it, and your backpack will hold much more than you think. Smart packing = more space for adventure!

Tenerife is a year-round destination, but the best time to visit is from March to October — perfect for beach days, hiking, and exploring. Want fewer crowds and mild weather? November to February offers a quieter, more relaxed vibe with plenty of sun.

At the airport / hotel
¿Dónde está la salida? – Where is the exit?
Tengo una reserva. – I have a reservation.
¿A qué hora es el check-in? – What time is check-in?
¿Dónde puedo recoger mi equipaje? – Where can I pick up my luggage?

In a restaurant / café
Una mesa para dos, por favor. – A table for two, please.
¿Qué me recomienda? – What do you recommend?
La cuenta, por favor. – The bill, please.
Sin gluten / soy vegetariano(a). – Gluten-free / I’m vegetarian.

Getting around
¿Dónde está la parada de autobús? – Where is the bus stop?
¿Cuánto cuesta el billete? – How much is the ticket?
¿Este autobús va a…? – Does this bus go to…?

Exploring & activities
¿Dónde está la playa? – Where is the beach?
¿Hay alguna excursión hoy? – Is there any tour today?
Quiero alquilar un coche. – I want to rent a car.
¡Qué bonito! – How beautiful!

🥔 Papas arrugadas con mojo
Small, salted potatoes cooked in their skins, served with mojo rojo (a spicy red pepper sauce) and mojo verde (a green sauce made with cilantro and garlic). A classic Canary Islands snack.

🐟Sancocho canario
A traditional fish stew made with salted fish (usually grouper), cooked with potatoes, sweet potatoes, and mojo sauce.

🍌 Canarian bananas (plátanos canarios)
Small, very sweet bananas — a local pride and popular export delicacy.