2. For a change of scenery: discover Christmas in Santa Cruz

Distance from Paradise Park: 76 km
(approx. 50 minutes by car).

If you’re in the mood for something different, Santa Cruz is a great option. The capital fills with lights, craft stalls, and Christmas activities that create a lovely atmosphere for strolling around. It’s also a wonderful way to explore the island beyond the south.

Christmas and Craft Market
During December, Santa Cruz hosts a market featuring handmade crafts, unique gifts, and traditional Christmas decorations. It’s the perfect place to pick up original souvenirs and soak up the festive city vibe.
Official Christmas programme: https://fiestasdesantacruz.com/programa-navidad-2025/

Ice rink at Plaza de España
The Isla de Hielo skating rink is one of the most popular activities for both locals and visitors. Skating in front of the illuminated lake at Plaza de España is a truly special experience, usually accompanied by music, festive lights, and a warm Christmas atmosphe

Prettiest areas to see the Christmas lights in Santa Cruz

• Plaza del Príncipe

• Calle Castillo

• Plaza de España and its lake

• La Rambla

• Surroundings of Teatro Guimerá

Each year, these areas are decorated with thousands of lights, creating a beautiful walking route, especially enjoyable as evening falls.

3. Try locally made Canarian Christmas sweets

In addition to the lights and nativity scenes, December is also the perfect time to taste some of the traditional Christmas treats of the Canary Islands.

Typical Canarian Christmas sweets

• Truchas de batata: sweet pastries filled with sweet potato, almonds, cinnamon, and lemon.

• Roscón de Reyes: one of the most anticipated classics of early January.

• Tortas de Navidad: made with almonds, honey, and spices.

• Rosquetes and homemade biscuits: very traditional at this time of year.

These sweets are a simple way to experience local Christmas traditions, as they can be found in almost every Canarian home throughout December.

End December with a special memory

December is one of the best months to enjoy Tenerife thanks to its pleasant climate, long days, and the relaxed atmosphere across the island. It’s the perfect time to make different kinds of plans and experience the festive season at your own pace.

If you’re thinking about a getaway at this time of year, Paradise Park Fun Lifestyle Hotel is the ideal starting point for enjoying everything the island has to offer.

A Summer of Fun and Flavor

Summer means long, warm days and moments to share. At Paradise Park, you can enjoy it with the Brunch Paradise + Balibed, a perfect experience to make the most of the sun and good food by the pool.

And when the afternoon arrives, Tardeo Sunset FunAttic awaits with a unique atmosphere, music, cocktails and sunset views over the sea. A plan that perfectly captures what it means to live your Paradise moment.

An Autumn of Calm and Simple Pleasures

When summer fades, the south of Tenerife keeps its charm. Autumn is the perfect season to enjoy everything at a slower pace: strolling through Los Cristianos, watching a sunset, or treating yourself to a quiet dinner at the hotel.

At Paradise Park, every corner invites you to pause, breathe and enjoy without rushing, with the ideal climate to rest and disconnect.

A Winter of Sun and Getaways

While winter brings cold weather in many places, the sun keeps shining in Tenerife. Here, you can enjoy a winter escape with summer-like weather — perfect for disconnecting from your routine. Pool days, seaside walks and relaxing afternoons make you feel on holiday 365 days a year. Paradise Park is that place where winter becomes your favourite season.

A Destination to Return To

Your story with Tenerife has no expiration date.

Tenerife has that something that always makes you want to come back. No matter the season, each one gives you a new reason to fall in love again. And at Paradise Park Fun Lifestyle Hotel, we don’t just offer a place to stay — we become your home base to experience it all. From the excitement of summer to the calm of autumn, here you’ll find moments you’ll always remember.

Don’t let the calendar decide your holidays. Tenerife is waiting for you!

Too many people and too many options. Therefore, before your brain collapses, we offer you three perfect gifts for these days. Unforgettable experiences that only here, in Tenerife, you can live.

Our first recommendation could not be other than a stay at our hotel, Paradise Park, located in Los Cristianos. One of the lively and most sunny cities in the south of Tenerife. Our hotel is presented as the perfect option for those who want to travel as a family, as a couple or with friends, thanks to the different types of rooms that we have. From our classic double room, our family duplexes or our suites on the seventh floor, among others. We also have a lot of specific areas for both children and adults, etc.

This hotel also stands out for its large number of swimming pools and chillout areas. An ideal space to relax with the family or with your partner, where adults and children have their reserved area. All in a subtropical paradise like Tenerife where the beach is always nearby. In addition, the hotel has a free bus service that connects the beach with the hotel. What better than with us, what better than with Paradise Park.

On an island you will always find the sea. Therefore, the second gift we offer you is a diving baptism in Tenerife or tickets to a water park in Tenerife. Our island is an ideal place for diving thanks to its wide range of marine life. These lessons take place in different parts of the island. Many of them are near our hotel. It is an original, attractive and different experience. Ideal for adventurous people wanting to try new routines.

Another option can always be a visit to a water park, Tenerife has one of the best in Europe, the Siam Park, our reception team will help you book your tickets! And no matter what the season of the year, a swim on this island is never a cause for regret with our sunny weather. What are you waiting for? Organize your trip now and enjoy the calm of the best island in the archipelago.

Finally, it is never a bad time to enjoy a good brunch in Tenerife. The island has several shops on the beach, located on different boardwalks. Breakfasts are different when you eat them accompanied by those rays of sun and the sea breeze. Spanish breakfast, English breakfast, German frühstück, etc. It doesn’t matter, of all colors and countries. In Tenerife you can choose anyone.

Giving away time with family, friends or as a couple is, without a doubt, the best gift you can give this Christmas. We hope we have helped you, we believe that these 3 options are excellent to surprise that special person with a special gift. We couldn’t conclude without wishing you Happy Holidays from Paradise Park.