To the north of the Canary Island of Tenerife,in the Orotava Valley, you'll discover the resort of Puerto de la Cruz. The north of the island is divided from the livelier southern holiday resorts by the Mount Teide National Park. Puerto de la Cruz enjoys a lush green backdrop with many flowering bushes and trees, while its historical town centre has buildings dating back to the 17th century. A holiday in Puerto de la Cruz wouldn't be complete without spending time at the stunning Lido Martianez - designed by the famous architect Cesar Manrique, its facilities include: seven pools, a huge fountain, a jacuzzi, playground and restaurants, there's even an underground dance hall and casino. Playa Jardin to the west of the resort is the perfect spot for surfing or relaxing under a palm tree. Add in an abundance of accommodation, coupled with year round warm sunshine, and it's easy to see why holidays in Puerto de la Cruz are so popular.













