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Playa de la Américas
Playa de las Américas is one of the most popular resort areas in the Canary Islands on the south coast of Tenerife, providing excellent beaches, outstanding water parks, good restaurants and easy access to Mount Teide and the dramatic Los Gigantes cliffs. A well-developed resort with year-round sunshine and excellent connections, Playa de las Américas delivers dependable Canary Island amenities.
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"Playa de las Américas delivers reliable sunshine, good beaches and a comprehensive range of resort facilities. The access to Mount Teide and the Los Gigantes cliffs adds a natural dimension that sets Tenerife apart from more purely resort-focused islands."
The beaches provide good swimming and sunbathing. Siam Park, Europe's most celebrated water park in nearby Costa Adeje, is an outstanding day out. Mount Teide, Spain's highest peak and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is approximately one hour by road. The dramatic cliffs of Los Gigantes, rising 600 metres from the sea, are one of the most spectacular natural sights in the Canary Islands.
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Las Américas Beaches
Good south-facing beaches with reliable sunshine and calm Atlantic water.
Siam Park
Europe's most celebrated water park, a short drive away in Costa Adeje.
Mount Teide
Spain's highest peak and UNESCO World Heritage Site approximately one hour away.
Los Gigantes Cliffs
Dramatic volcanic cliffs rising 600 metres from the sea on the west coast.
Whale Watching
Outstanding whale and dolphin encounters from Los Gigantes harbour.
La Gomera Ferry
Regular ferry services to the beautiful island of La Gomera from Los Cristianos.