Although often overshadowed by its neighbour Canary Islands, don’t be fooled. La Palma is considered one of the Atlantic’s best-kept secrets, its landscapes are volcanic, its sand spots black and its 46.9 square kilometres of pine forest is full of natural wonders. Holidays to La Palma are year-round, with temperatures rarely dipping below 20°C, making it a tropical oasis for beach lovers. This under-the-radar island is one of the best destinations in the world for stargazing – in fact, UNESCO declared the entire country a World Biosphere Reserve for its idyllic vistas. Make the most of your surroundings in Brena Baja, your all-access pass to the island’s rolling hills and rugged peaks. Or explore the underwater world in Los Cancajos, where Blue Flag shores tempt you into the ocean. Regardless of the resort you choose, this archipelago island will impress.
Food & drink in La Palma
Luckily for foodies, La Palma is a Spanish island so tapas, sangria and paella are aplenty. However, there’s more to this hidden gem than fruity wines and rice-mixed dishes, it’s a seafood haven for lovers of prawns, lobster, sea bass and beyond. The local delicacy is papas arrugadas, spice-filled jacket potatoes served with a hot sauce. On top of that, you’ll always find pork dishes on the menu or soups bursting with chorizo sausage. The restaurants in La Palma ooze a calm ambience and often serve a wide variety of international dishes, alongside home favourites – making them extremely family-friendly. The Canary Islands are renowned for their sweeping vineyards and La Palma is no exception, with a wine growing history dating back to the 16th century. Vinos de Tea is one of the top wines made from tinta negra mole grapes and ages in pine barrels – accompany this with garlic soaked prawns for a next-level meal.