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Canary
Culture:
There is a
liberal influence you will notice from the European culture. Pornography
in one form or another is visibly seen on corner newsstands, in the
newspaper, on pamphlets people pass out in the streets, on TV, etc.
For more information regarding the culture of the Canary Islands please
click the link below:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canary_Islands
Dress:
A Canarians
dress is important to them. It is an image they portray. You will only see
a tourist in shorts and most all Canarians will dress as though they are
going to dinner just to go buy groceries. They take pride in maintaining
an image that portrays self-sufficiency and care.
Temperature:
The temperature
varies depending on what part of the island you are on. It is always a
good idea to bring a lightweight jacket or sweater. You will need it for
the evenings. Most nights are in the upper 50’s to low 60’s and the days
average between 70’s to upper 80’s. The temperature varies a little
depending on if you’re coming in summer or winter. Most all Hotels are
without central heat or AC, which makes it very difficult to be
comfortable for North Americans.
Exchanging Currency:
The currency
used here is the Euro. ATM machines are readily available here and also
places for exchange. Sometimes you can get a better rate of exchange at
your local bank in the states. You will definitely lose money if you try
to exchange anything at a bank in the airports. Check out
www.ex.com for the latest exchange
rate..
Sightseeing/Shopping:
There are many
places to see and spend your day off. Tenerife boast the highest peak in
Spain, Mt. Teide. There are camel rides to experience, cave restaurants to
dine in and plenty of ocean front to enjoy. Ferry’s continuously run
between the 2 main Islands of Gran Canaria & Tenerife. There are also
hopper flights available that are less than a 30 minute ride to any
neighboring Island. The tourist shops are endless with the usual
“souvenir” type purchases but one may find interesting the specialization
in German embroidery. From hand made white on white table cloths to
machine embroidered napkins.
Transportation:
Taxis are wide
spread and readily available on every corner. It is a very common and safe
form of travel.
Electricity:
The electricity
here is on a 220 current. Unless you have a small transformer nothing with
110 voltage will work. |
