TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS.
The largest of Spain’s Canary Islands, off the West Coast of Africa, Tenerife isn’t all beach resorts and wellness retreats. Officially named a Starlight Tourist Destination and designated starlight reserve, Tenerife, and more specifically Tenerife’s Teide National Park, offer tourists a splash of sparkling constellations on a nightly basis.
With the Sahara Desert on one side and the wild Atlantic Ocean on the other, Tenerife is uniquely placed for a stargazing experience that rivals even that of Atacama Desert, Chile and Death Valley National Park, California. The cra¦y peaks of the island, beyond the luminous awning of the urban lights of the island guarantee the best astrological experience.
Teide National Park is a unique geological treasure: by day it’s an impressive array of shapes, colours and shadows delivered by the park’s volcanoes, smoking craters and lava flows, by night it’s the best amphitheatre to sit back and enjoy one of Europe’s most spectacular cosmic shows.
Such grand experiences demand Instagram-worthy digs, particularly for the discerning traveller who wishes to reap the benefits of Tenerife’s pristine coastlines and skies. Villa Allegra, part of James Villas Signature collection, situated in the bustling resort of Callao Salvaje with easy access to Teide and Los Cristianos - where beautiful ocean panoramas meet unrivalled galaxy views. While away your days beneath the glowing sun, sipping on tempting libations in the private pool. Ideal for those in search of a secluded, bespoke holiday with the opportunity to explore the island at their own pace, with their own agenda, Villa Allegra can be a couple’s romantic oasis or a perfect base for a mate-cation!
Frequented by celebrities throughout the year, Tenerife is also a party stronghold, with plenty of spa retreats for post-night out recovery. Party with young clubbers on Playa de las Américas if you’re in the market for a wild night or opt for Papagayo, South Tenerife’s most chic beachfront party venue for a totally different type of stargazing. Sunset cocktails mandatory!
If you’re in the mood for rest and relaxation, eclectic nights out or finding the perfect balance between the two, Tenerife will woo you with the perfect combination of sun, stars and comfort.