Touring Tenerife and Gran Canary

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June 6th 2009

Published: June 6th 2009

Even driving out of the airport, one of the first things we noticed was how excellent the roads were. Then, we noticed how clean everything was. We repeated those two phrases many times as we drove around Tenerife and Gran Canary. True, we don´t usually travel by car, but the roads really were outstanding. Especially when you consider the terrain. Most roads are clinging to steep, rocky clif... Read Full Entry

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Covered crops

Almost all of the crops are covered with shade cloth to protect them from the sun.

Agricultural fields

Canary Island farming

Cliff views near the village of Agaete

Agaete cliffs

Church in the village of Moya

The Laurel Ravine in the village of Moya

Maspalomas Dunas

These are the dunes near Maspalomas beach

This large balcony is located at the Riu Palace hotel and is the location of the Park's Visitor Center. It is the access point for hiking the dunes.

A Florida Gator reunion at Playa de Ingles on Gran Canary Island

Playa de Ingles

Beach and Lighthouse

Creative sand carvings

The Simpson's on Playa de Ingles

Taurito lights

Our last night before flying off to Ireland.

6th June 2009

Valerie
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wow
Your commentary and pictures are fascinating. Can't wait to see Ireland next. My thanks to Lynne for forwarding the link.

6th June 2009

Dorothy
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WOW
I like those mountains and the town. Now that woiuld be a nice PC assignment

8th June 2009

Jody
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Wow...
You two continue to amaze me at the places you go. Naturally love the gorgeous flowering plant...the close up reminds me of azalea flowers...very interesting! I will reply to your email soon, it was good to hear from you! Hugs from me and sloppy kisses from the "kids"

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