NowLifestyleCanarias
Your travel & local life guide to the Canary Islands
Planning a trip to the Canary Islands or dreaming about staying longer? Here you’ll find honest island guides, practical tips and real-life insights for visitors, remote workers and future residents. From beaches and hikes to neighbourhoods, healthcare and everyday life, we help you experience the islands like a local, not just a tourist.
Includes our best tips for choosing the right island, where to stay and what to know before you book.
Which Canary Island are you curious about?
Each island has its own climate, landscapes and rhythm. Start with a quick overview here and then dive deeper into the island that feels right for you.
Tenerife
Best for: variety. Mix of beaches, volcano, cities and villages. Good for first-timers, families and long stays.
Gran Canaria
Best for: a bit of everything. Dunes, city life in Las Palmas, mountain villages and family resorts.
Lanzarote
Best for: volcanic scenery, design and a calmer, more artistic vibe.
Fuerteventura
Best for: big beaches, wind and waves. Great for surfers, kiters and people who love open space.
La Palma
Best for: hiking, nature and quieter rural tourism, with green mountains and starry skies.
La Gomera
Best for: slow travel, hiking and deep ravines with laurel forests. Very relaxed pace.
El Hierro
Best for: peace, nature and off-the-beaten-path stays, far from the crowds.
La Graciosa
Best for: simple beach life, sandy streets and a car-free feel, perfect for disconnecting.
Are you visiting or thinking of staying longer?
Choose the path that fits you best and we’ll guide you to the most relevant information.
Plan Your Trip
Planning a holiday or your first visit to the Canary Islands? Start with practical guides on when to come, where to stay and how to move around the islands.
Live in the Canary Islands
Thinking about staying longer or even moving to the islands? Discover how life in the Canaries really looks: housing, neighbourhoods, healthcare, paperwork and cost of living.
Find trusted local businesses in the Canary Islands
Looking for reliable accommodation, activities, health services or other professionals on the islands? Our Travel2Canarias directory connects you with selected local businesses across the archipelago.
Need extra help while you’re in the Canary Islands?
From medical assistance and translations to logistics and local support, our partner project Canariassistance helps travellers, residents and companies handle the unexpected with less stress.
Get the full Canary Islands starter guide
If you’d like everything in one place, get our free starter guide as a PDF you can save on your phone. It’s the easiest way to compare islands and plan your next trip or longer stay.
- A simple comparison of the different islands
- Key tips on flights, seasons and areas
- Links to useful tools and future island updates by email
About NowLifestyleCanarias
NowLifestyleCanarias was created by someone who fell in love with the islands and decided to stay. The goal is simple: share honest, practical information so you can travel smarter, feel at home faster and enjoy the Canary Islands beyond the typical tourist brochures.