July 17, 2017 TnH Global

Sail through the Canary Islands with Pullman Cruises

Located to the south of the Iberian Peninsula and with volcanic origins, the Canary Islands are home to many beaches where you can sunbathe, practice water sports and discover surprising nature.

The Canary Islands are the seven islands (from largest to smallest) of Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierrowhere the sun shines all year round and the average temperatures are 24ºC during summers and 19ºC in winters.

In fact, the archipelago has four national parks and rich Biosphere reserves. So you will have countless experiences to live in any of these islands. The offer varies from exploring volcanic nature, prehistoric forest and sandy beaches to be combined with leisure activities such as dolphin and whale spotting, star gazing, camel rides or trekking at endless dunes, greenery and mountains; furthermore enjoy impressive architecture, local markets or savor cutting-edge gastronomy awaits you at any town or village.

With Pullmantur, passengers can discover this winter all 5 main islands plus experience and live Spain not only outside but also inside the ship. From end November 2017 till mid-March 2018, Pullmantur has deployed its ship HORIZON on this route. This ship Horizon will offer a 7 nights itinerary and will be calling the beautiful islands of the Canaries such as Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and La Palma. It’s the perfect scenario for a winter holiday or to share New Year’s celebrations with family or friends.

However, if Carnival is your thing, you may wait till February when the Canary Islands hosts one of the most important carnival celebrations in the world. In the capital of Tenerife, you will be able to join in the parades where imagination, fantasy and the spectacular costumes of the candidates for the carnival queen will take your breath away, surrender to the music, the beat and the good-humored high spirits of this celebration which attracts people from all corners of the world. In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the popularity of this festivity is shared with the Carnival of Maspalomas (to the south of the island). Also, another event not to be missed in the carnival celebrations on the island of La Palma is the festivity of “Los Indianos”, on Carnival Monday in the capital of the island, Santa Cruz de La Palma. Pullman´s Horizon will show you the Carnival celebrations held on the islands of La Palma and Lanzarote before returning to Las Palmas where you can enjoy the end of a spectacular closing party of the Carnival.

As much as you would be able to enjoy the delicious Canarian cuisine on the islands, you will be able to delight yourself with some gourmet gastronomy aboard Pullman´s Horizon Cruise Ship. Every day, you will enjoy culinary delights created by Paco Roncero, the Spanish chef with two Michelin stars. His creative cuisine can be experienced at the buffet with islands dedicated to his creations or at the à la carte restaurants. You will also find VEGETARIAN specialities, Mediterranean classics and other dishes that will surprise you every night. Aboard, you would also be able to enjoy all kind of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic.

Special care has been taken for entertainment for both, adults and children. Adults can start the night in the cruise ship’s theatre where great shows await you every night. It then continues in their bars with live music or in the casino to try a hand of luck. And if you want to end the night dancing, the discotheque is just the place for you. Children have their own space in the ship: The Guppy Club, and their own experiences divided into 7 value stamps: Family, Sea & Nature, Team, Creativity, Learning, Friends. Teens can enjoy activities at the Teens Club. This space offers games and activities for having fun and making new friends.

Special promotional fares have been introduced for Indians travelling on these sailings. So, don´t miss this opportunity and grab your seat now! We welcome you aboard the cruise ship to explore and enjoy the Canary Islands like never before!