Holidays to Playa De Las Americas

Top attractions

Your entertainment options are endless on a holiday to Playa De Las Americas. This purpose built resort has added just about every ingredient necessary for a fun-filled holiday. From the amazing, golden sandy beaches - complete with a full menu of water sports, to the shops, restaurants and golf course. With 300 days of sunshine, you’re unlikely to need a rainy day activity, but Playa De Las Americas has that covered too. The on-trend ‘escape the room’ games offer a break from the hot, hot sun and an indoor activity to challenge the minds of young and old holidaymakers alike. With days out to nearby theme parks, water parks and local villages - you can plan a schedule of activity or chill out in the resort. Leisurely activities in Playa De Las Americas include boat trips, submarine rides and fishing trips.

Beaches

With six beaches to choose from, there’s a stretch of coastline for everyone on a holiday to Playa De Las Americas. With fine grain golden sand and gently sloping shores, the beaches are family friendly. You can bask in the glorious sun or splash in the gentle waves - with over 300 days of sunshine per year, the toasty temperatures keep the beaches busy with sun seekers. Close to the cafes, restaurants and bars, you can hit the beach and eat and drink 'til your heart’s content.

If a night of partying hasn’t worn you out, you can try one of the many water-sports on offer. Jet-skiing, inflatable rides, parascending and windsurfing are available on most beaches. The less protected waters at Playa Honda mean when the waves are high there’s a chance to try surfing too. With plenty of sun loungers and umbrellas and other facilities on all beaches, you’ll just need to remember to bring the sunscreen!

Eating out

Playa De Las Americas menus cater for a mixed crowd. At first glance it’s easy to think you’ll be eating fry ups and chips for a fortnight. But the influx of ex-pats setting up cafes and restaurants definitely isn’t a bad thing. Who hasn’t craved a decent cuppa and a bacon butty when you’re far from home? Beyond the fast food joints there’s a wealth of restaurants serving up everything from classic pub grub to Thai food, sushi and authentic Canarian recipes. For a dining experience that’s far from a greasy full english, head to the Empire Restaurant. Classic gastro pub meals are given a 21st century twist. If you’re keen to really sample some local flavours, the tapas restaurants in Torviscas are just the thing. Back in the resort, you can immerse yourself in American culture at the iconic Hard Rock Cafe. Or feast on food from around the world in gourmet Thai restaurants, tuck in to a Chinese or find a fusion restaurant where ingredients combine to create a festival of flavours to match the party atmosphere. One thing’s for sure, on a holiday to Playa De Las Americas there’s something comforting about seeing some well-known classics on the menu.

Nightlife

A resort doesn’t earn the title of ‘party paradise’ without laying on some serious entertainment, music and fun. A holiday to Playa De Las Americas means partying all night, catching up on some sleep by day and topping up your tan in between. Always a firm favourite with both the young and young at heart, Playa De Las Americas has two key nightlife hotspots. Head to the Veronicas Strip and the Patch, where you’ll find a wealth of restaurants, bars and clubs. Sip on chic cocktails, dance, dance, dance into the early hours or tune up your pipes in the karaoke bars. With tribute acts and bands putting on some excellent performances, there’s entertainment for every crowd that flocks to this party capital. If you fancy an evening of glitz and glamour away from the pulsing beats of Playa De Las Americas’ clubs, head along to the casino. A quick flutter on the roulette or slot machines or a hand or two of blackjack is a thrilling experience. Watch the high rollers laying it all on the line or enjoy a meal in the casino’s restaurant. Amongst the party atmosphere families get a warm welcome too, with plenty to keep little ones entertained while the adults relax.

Family holidays

Despite the party town reputation, Playa De Las Americas is family friendly too. Much has been done to curb the excess of ardent revellers heading to the party capital, meaning the late night raving has been turned down a notch or two. Most of the island’s bars and restaurants cater for children and there are family themed entertainment evenings on offer as well. During the day, the resort is awash with activities and fun all geared toward holidaying families. The six fabulous beaches have paddle-friendly waters and activities galore. Theme parks, water parks, attractions, rides, boat trips, arcades and in-resort kids’ clubs mean children are well-catered for in, and around, Playa De Las Americas. For a day out visitors of all ages can enjoy, the dolphin and whale watching trips give everyone the rare opportunity to spot these amazing creatures out in the wild, playing and breaching in the waves.

Couples holidays

Away from the buzzing bars and bustling streets, a holiday to Playa De Las Americas has some idyllic moments for couples to share. Nothing says ‘romantic getaway’ better than enjoying some chic cocktails while watching an impressive sun set. Head downtown to the stylish Bianco restaurant. Perfect for couples, this Italian restaurant serves up those familiar staples with a twist. Live, chilled out Canarian music adds to the atmosphere ensuring you’ll have a meal to remember. With many resorts just a short drive from Playa De Las Americas it’s so easy to escape the crowds and explore the many attractions Tenerife has to offer.

Action & Adventure

Most things to do on a Playa De Las Americas holiday involve being outdoors. From water sports and adrenaline filled beach activities such as windsurfing, jet-skiing and scuba diving to boat trips, pirate boat adventures and even a ride on a yellow submarine. There’s something for every holidaymaker looking for action and adventure at their own pace. Inland there’s a whole different landscape to discover away from the sandy shores. A trip to Mount Teide sees you take a winding drive up the volcano’s slopes. As you climb higher you’ll pass through tall pine forests and abandoned farms to reach the summit. Your final stop will be at the cable car station - unless you’re planning to hike to the peak. For more leisurely adventures, Playa De Las Americas has a lush green golf course - perfect for practicing your swing in the sun.

Culture

The first building to be constructed in Playa De Las Americas was a hotel in the 1960s. As such the cultural heritage of the resort is constantly evolving, but at its heart is tourism and delivering a fun-filled holiday. For fifty years Playa De Las Americas has never pretended to be anything other than a party town. Even the famously golden sands were imported from the Sahara to add the finishing touches to this purpose built resort. To see a different side to the island, take a trip to the towns of Masca or La Laguna. Masca is a remote village set high in the Teno Mountains. Cut off from the rest of Tenerife until just 40 years ago, it’s now attracting visitors looking to capture snaps of the traditional houses perched precariously on the dramatic rocks. The urban myth that this village was once a hideaway for pirates adds to the attraction. La Lunga is a Unesco World Heritage site, a university city and a Tenerife location full of 16th, 17th and 18th century architecture.