I live in Spain – here’s the tiny Spanish island with no protests but beautiful beaches
SPAIN attracts millions of Brits every year, so finding somewhere away from the crowds can be quite tricky.
Luckily enough, there’s one tiny Spanish island hat seems to have gone unnoticed by most British holidaymakers.
AlamyTour guide Timon van Basten recommended visiting El Hierro in the Canary Islands (stock)[/caption]
Timon van Basten has lived in Spain for the last five years and works as a tour guide in the country.
With his knowledge of the travel industry, it’s safe to say he knows exactly where holidaymakers to stay our their next trip to the country.
While Canary Islands like Tenerife, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura remain popular among Brits, Timon recommended a trip to El Hierro – the second smallest of the islands.
Timon told Euro News: “The tiny, remote island has an end-of-the-world vibe with lava flows, volcanic craters, and lush cliffs plunging into the Atlantic.
“Explore at your own pace, with quaint towns, secluded beaches, and tranquil hiking trails to discover.”
Because the island is the furthest south of the group, it boasts some of the best weather in the Canary Islands.
The island has a volcanic and mountainous landscape complete with lush pine forests and natural pools.
One of the island’s top attractions is the El Tamaduste Pool, which is described as an “ideal place to swim or enjoy water sports like diving or paddle boarding” on the attraction’s website.
The natural pool is a great place to take a refreshing dip while being protected from strong waves.
There’s also La Restinga – a marine reserve located at the southernmost tip of El Hierro.
The protected area is home to an abundance of sea creatures, including rays, tunas, groupers, barracudas and dolphins.
Several diving centres organise scuba diving tours of the marine reserve, with holidaymakers able to explore underwater tunnels and caves in clean and pollution-free water.
There are plenty of activities on land, including the Guinea Tunnel – a 90-metre-long volcanic tunnel that’s open to visitors.
Holidaymakers will be able to explore the tunnel on a Guided Tour, with visitors learning about how the site was formed.
The Guinea Tunnel is open from 9am to 2pm and 5pm to 8pm every day.
El Hierro is also home to several beaches, including Cala de Tacorón, which is a tiny cove on the south side of the island.
The black and red sand beach is easily accessible from the coastal town of La Restinga
Other beaches on the island include El Verodal, Puerto de La Estaca Beach and Las Playas.
Daily flights operate between Tenerife and Gran Canaria to El Hierro.
Flights from Gran Canaria take just 50 minutes and prices start from 29.50 for a one-way fare.
Ferry services also operate from Tenerife to El Hierro, with journeys taking around two and a half hours.
Sun Online Travel have found ferry tickets from 14 per person for a one-way fare.
Other little-known Spanish islands
There are a handful of other little-known Spanish islands, including the Cíes Islands, which are just off the coast of Galicia.
The islands are an archipelago found in the mouth of the Ria de Vigo.
There are three islands altogether, including Monteagudo, Do Faro and San Martín.
The archipelago’s official website claims that guests can find “velvety white sand beaches, famous for their turquoise coloured waters” .
However, despite its amazing beaches, there are never many people there to spoil the tranquillity.
That’s because the archipelago is a dedicated nature reserve that doesn’t allow more than 2,200 visitors each day.
Everything you need to know about visiting Spain
Brits must have at least three months left on their passport from the day they plan to leave the country.
Tourists do not need a visa if visiting for up to 90 days in an 180-day period.
Make sure your passport is stamped on entry and exit.
Travellers may be asked to show hotel booking confirmations and that they have enough money for their stay at the border.
Spain is one hour ahead of the UK.
The country uses the euro with around €10 working out to £8.55.
Flights to Spain from the UK take between 2-4 hours depending on the destination.
La Gomera in the Canary Islands is said to be better than its neighbour Tenerife – smaller, lesser-known, more affordable, and possibly more beautiful that its popular counterpart.
The Canaries’ secret isle is only a short ferry ride from Tenerife and still features its black sand volcanic beaches, stunning scenery, wonderfully warm temperatures, but without its high-rises blocks, rampant nightlife and busyness.
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AlamyThere are several beaches on El Hierro[/caption]
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