For the warmest weather, the obvious choices are in Tenerife South. A 16 miles area typically enjoys the warmest average year-round temperatures on the island, mostly calm with no strong winds. High and low temperatures are typically 21c/16c in January and 29c/23c in August. Los Abrigos, Las Galletas and El Medano are inclined to be windy. In winter they can be a couple of degrees cooler and in summer, several degrees warmer.
In one of the liveliest areas of Arona, in the south of Tenerife, is Las Américas beach, also known simply as Las Américas, a golden sand beach brought directly from the Sahara (Africa). El Camisón and Las Vistas are the most popular beaches in the area. Las Vistas is a long beach located in the heart of Las Americas.
Tenerife Boat Trips
Playa de las Americas boasts an amazing choice of international dining restaurants, from burgers to fine dining. Those looking for traditional Canarian options will not fare so well on the main tourist strips .
Trips and Tours for Playa de las Americas
When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of Playa de las Americas, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.
More Free Trips and Tours
Tour Operators
The resort has a lively nightlife, which is roughly split into areas:
- Veronicas/Starco – famous strip of bars and nightclubs eg Papagayo Beach Club
- The Patch – live-music themed bars pitching to all ages, TIBU nightclub
- Safari Centre /The Golden Mile – nightlife is centered around 2 or 3 bars / lounge-clubs pitching to an up-market glam crowd of all ages.