Guides | Life in Canary Islands

Tenerife Weather in February: Is It Warm Enough to Swim?

Tenerife in February: daytime temperatures, sea temperature, whether you can swim, carnival, calima and what to pack.

Los Cristianos, Costa Adeje, Puerto de la Cruz or El Medano? The best areas in Tenerife for a 3-month winter stay compared.

How to find cheap monthly car hire in the Canary Islands: booking tips, insurance, deposits, fuel policies and local companies.

Coworking in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: membership types, how to choose a space, community events and alternatives.

The best cards to use in the Canary Islands without fees: what to look for, card types compared and why you should always pay in euros.

Travel insurance for over-70s wintering in the Canary Islands: age limits, trip length, medical declarations and how to find cover.

Monthly budget for a couple wintering in Gran Canaria: rent, food, eating out and transport in Las Palmas vs the south.

How UK and non-EU visitors can legally stay more than 90 days in the Canary Islands: visas, residency implications and alternatives.

Tenerife or Gran Canaria for a long winter? We compare weather, costs, city life, remote work and getting around to help you choose.

Do you need a car for a winter in Tenerife? Buses vs monthly car hire compared, when a car makes sense and the hybrid approach.