Tenerife is perhaps best known for its sunshine and beaches, but its tourism offering extends well beyond the traditional holiday resort. That was the message for agents attending the Selling Travel Connect: Tenerife events, which took place over the last three days of September in Edinburgh, Belfast and Bristol.
Agents heard how Tenerife’s tourism offering includes year-round hiking in the UNESCO Anaga Biosphere Reserve and stargazing in Teide National Park – the location of Spain’s highest mountain. The newly refurbished Altavista Refuge offers guests a place to stay at 3,260 metres above sea level, so is ideally placed for early ascents to the summit of Mount Teide.
The cultural heritage and glamour of the Carnival is another reason to experience Tenerife. Whale-watching, nine Michelin-starred restaurants, traditional gastronomy as well as wine and sports tourism are also reasons to visit. Find out more about the island on Selling Travel’s new Tenerife Hub.
Representatives from Bahía Príncipe Hotels, Coral Hotels, H10 Hotels, Hotel Jardín Tecina y Tecina Golf, Hovima Hotels, Hyatt Ziva Jardin Tropical Tenerife, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, Senda Ecoway, Touring Canarias and Turisbeds met with agents to share their key messages.
Hotels for adults and families in the north and south of Tenerife
Bahia Principe’s portfolio is designed to suit a range of travel styles. Bahia Principe Explore Costa Adeje will reopen fully renewed in December 2026 and is designed for families seeking fun and comfort. Bahia Principe Escape Tenerife is an adults-only (+16) retreat, ideal for relaxing at Costa Adeje. Bahia Principe Explore Fantasia is suitable and is near the airport while in the north, Bahia Principe Explore San Felipe is ideal for exploring in and around Puerto de la Cruz.
Varied stay types at properties in Fuerteventura as well as Tenerife
Coral Hotels’ portfolio of properties is located primarily in Tenerife and . Catering for a range of travellers – including families, couples and groups – boarding options include all-inclusive packages for relaxation or flexible apartment-style stays. The hotels are a way to discover beaches and local culture while enjoying hospitality under the sun.
Beachfront hotels and sustainable credentials
H10 Hotels’ portfolio of seven five-star hotels offer guests delightful seafront locations, first-class facilities and memorable gastronomy. It is one of the top 10 hotel companies in Spain. H10 Hotels’ environmental and social commitment allows the company’s activity to be defined by the implementation of its Stay Green Sustainability Plan.
Golf and relaxation on the island of La Gomera
Located on La Gomera, the four-star Jardín Tecina Hotel is built like a Canarian village within a large, responsibly managed garden. Completely renovated in 2024, the hotel has five different room types as well as an exclusive adults-only (16+) area with a range of sports and leisure activities, a spa with an outdoor relaxation area. Tecina Golf is considered one of the top three courses in the Canary Islands.
Hotels for clients looking to stay in the south of Tenerife
HOVIMA Hotels has seven hotels in prime locations in the south of Tenerife. The properties are designed to match a range of traveller profiles. For families, there is the beachfront HOVIMA La Pinta. For couples and solo travellers, the adults-only HOVIMA Cool Costa Adeje offers refined dining, wellness and elegance. For a more intimate and tranquil retreat, HOVIMA Panorama is ideal for couples. The new HOVIMA Suites Costa Adeje offers premium comfort while the HOVIMA Santa María, HOVIMA Jardín Caleta and HOVIMA Atlantis are suited for leisure travellers seeking value.
Accommodation amid subtropical gardens and views of La Gomera
Offering views of the island of La Gomera, the Hyatt Ziva Jardin Tropical Tenerife is at Costa Adeje’s Puerto Colón by the La Pinta and El Bobo beaches. Its all-inclusive offering includes unlimited premium beverages, a mini-bar that is restocked every day, room service, gourmet dining and live entertainment. Ideal for couples or families with children, the accommodation includes a furnished balcony or terrace.
Style and sophistication in a prime Costa Adeje location
The Meliá Jardine del Teide is and exclusive adults-only (16+) hotel in the south of Tenerife. With an outstanding location in Costa Adeje, its modern facilities and distinctive architectural design redefine sophistication. Stylish and spacious rooms present spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and local flavours meet international cuisine in the hotel’s restaurants. It is an ideal choice for couples and adults seeking a relaxed, comfortable and elegant escape.
A DMC partner with personalised and sustainable offerings in the Canary Islands
A destination management company (DMC) based in Tenerife, Senda Ecoway specialises in designing and operating tailor-made travel experiences across the Canary Islands. Since 2016, the company has been working with international travel professionals to create authentic and sustainable programmes for travellers looking to discover the Canary Islands beyond the traditional tourist offering in a more authentic, personal and meaningful way. The broad portfolio includes local gastronomy and cultural experiences, plus full support on the ground.
A partner for nature-based and responsible tourism
Touring Canarias is a DMC specialising in nature-based, active and responsible tourism. The company designs unique experiences tailored to travellers, including hiking routes across Teide and the island’s laurel forest, cultural offerings revealing the Canary Islands’ essence, shore excursions for cruise passengers, and wine and gastronomy experiences.
Turisbeds
Turisbeds is the incoming travel specialist of the Viajes Insular Group, one of the Canary Islands’ leading destination management companies. It supplies tailor-made solutions for tour operators, travel agencies, wholesalers, OTAs and MICE partners. The company portfolio encompasses airport transfers, accommodation, excursions, attraction tickets, group handling, incentives and bespoke travel experiences. It operates with cutting-edge booking technology and a dedicated multilingual team.
Photos of prize-winning agents
Hotel stays and tours in Tenerife were supplied as prizes for draws at the end of each evening.
Edinburgh prize winners
40 agents were present at the event held at the Royal College of Physicians in Scotland’s capital. Linzi Ewart (a Bahia Principe hotel stay), Greig Ewins (H10 Hotels stay with a a Senda Ecoways tour), Lynsay Gallagher (a Coral Hotels stay), Donna Hill (a Hovima Hotels stay) and Louise Mitchell (a stay at Hotel Jardin Tecina and Tecina Golf) all won prizes.
Belfast prize winners
41 agents attended the event at the DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square. The winners were
Sarah Mulholland, Jamie McNeill, Eamonn Wilkinson and Clare Martin.
Bristol prize winners
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel was the venue for the final of the three events, with 29 agents in attendance. Winners who took home the evening’s prizes were Polly Davies, Andrea Garcia-Lock, Elizabeth Davis, Amy Helliker and Sharon Seymour.
We look forward to seeing you soon at Selling Travel Connect.
Indian Ocean and Middle East Connect events will be held in London (October 5), Nottingham (October 6) and Solihull (October 7).
The following week, Guildford will host a Showcase-themed event on October 12.
Please register your interest in attending future events. We look forward to having you present.
