FAQ

The timing of meals normally a little later than in the rest of Europe: breakfast, a style much like the mainland is taken between 08.00 and 10.30 hours in the morning. The food in restaurants or lunch is served between 13.00 and 15.30 hours and dinner from 20.30 until 23.00 hours. In any case, the majority of tourist establishments adjust their schedules and the European standard, in practice it is common for cafes and bars have continuous service, being able to take tapas dishes, sandwiches and rations at any time of day.

Shopping hours are from 10.00 to 13.00 hours in the morning and from 17.00 to 20.30 hours in the afternoon. Department stores are open all day from 10.00 to 21,00-22,00 hours. Shops and malls are open on Saturday mornings, although it is increasingly common in big cities are also open on Saturday afternoons and some Sundays and holidays. Importantly, the pubs, bars and clubs usually stay open until 03.00 or 04.00 hours in the morning during weekends.

Pharmacies. The pharmacies are open during business hours, even in large cities is increasingly common to find pharmacies open 24 hours. In any case, outside business hours you may find duty chemists serving at all hours of the night in different parts of town. Listings are displayed with their names on the door of every pharmacy in the same locality.

Museums. They tend to have uninterrupted time during the day from 09:00 to 19:00 and are usually closed on Mondays, and usually remain open on Saturdays, Sundays and some holidays. Since some free museums on Sundays.


In general, public agencies (consulates, embassies, councils, etc..) Branches open to the public between 08,30-09,00 and 13,00-14,00 hours Monday through Friday.

To drive in Tenerife / Spain you must be 18 years to rent a car, age 21. As for the license:

• If you are from member countries of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein, you need only carry a driver's license in force.

• If you come from a country other than the above must possess an International Driving Permit.

Any tourist traveling in their own vehicles should be aware that you may require a temporary road permit. You can request this permission from the Customs and shall have a term of 6 months.

Since conditions vary, we recommend that you contact the Consulate or Embassy of Spain to verify these requirements before starting the journey.

It is imperative to keep a map or plan of the area to visit as well as a road map for the case of private car travel. There are a number of tourist maps published to date that can be ordered through the official tourism information website for San Cristobal de La Laguna or in the relevant tourist offices on the island.

With regard to clothing, from April to May to September-October should bring summer clothing, light and comfortable, plus warmer clothes for the evening or on nature walks.

During the winter months will require warm clothing lighter or heavier depending on the area of San Cristobal de la Laguna to visit, bearing in mind that on the coast temperatures are mild, while in mountain areas temperatures may be around 10 degrees. Footwear should be sturdy and comfortable, adapting well to the area, dates and circumstances of the voyage.

Also, anything you need can be purchased at La Laguna.

• For any claim, is entitled to ask the Road Claims "and business establishments are legally obliged to make available to the client. Such complaints must be filed with the relevant Provincial Delegation of consumption.
• According to European Community decision, travelers can not bring in food of animal origin Spain for own consumption as part of their baggage, with the exception of baby milk powder in commercial packaging. The remaining food may only be entered with a maximum weight of 1 kg.
• The minimum age legally allowed to purchase and use of alcohol and snuff is 18.
• Under Law 28/2005 of 26 December and following European legislation prohibits smoking in public buildings, health centers and teachers, railway transport, maritime and urban public use (except outdoor), rooms feast or entertainment centers that allow access to persons under 18 years, and so on. Given the largely restrictive of this Act, before smoking in an enclosed advise you check with the staff of the establishment.

Travel to Tenerife is easy. The documentation required varies depending on the country where you proceed.

If a citizen of any Member State of the European Union, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein only need the National Identity Card or passport. In the case of a minor and traveling with the National Identity Document, it must be accompanied by a permit from the parent or guardian concerned.

Possibly one of the following countries: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Nicaragua, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Republic of Korea, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Uruguay and Venezuela, needs to present a valid passport to enter Spain, allowing you to stay for a maximum period of 90 days.

If you come from another country, in line with EU standards must apply for a visa at the Consulate of Spain in their homes. Also required his official passport.

Since conditions vary, we recommend that you contact the Consulate or Embassy of Spain to verify these requirements before starting the journey.

During the holidays and at local festivals can be used for public transport and find some open museums, monuments, information offices, malls, etc.., But may often have schedules and / or special conditions as is often at the same time develop various activities in the area (fairs, festivals, religious events, etc..), so please be informed well in advance to plan your trip.

• New Year: 1st January
• Epiphany: 6 January.
• Dia de Virgen de Candelaria on February 2.
• Mardi Gras: February 16.
• Thursday and Friday: date varies each year (March-April). This year the 1st and 2nd of April.
• Labor Day: May 1
• Canary Day: May 31
• Assumption: August 15
• Fiestas del Cristo: September 14
• Hispanic Day: October 12
• All Saints Day: 1st November
• Spanish Constitution Day: 6th December
• Day of the Immaculate Conception: December 8
• Christmas: December 25th