The Travel Source: Family holidays in Tenerife

We've already looked at how Tenerife is a fantastic destination for those looking for somewhere to party, but it's also a wonderful destination to take your kids and family for a great holiday where sun and fun are top of the agenda.

Playa De las Americas is the liveliest part of the island and despite its party atmosphere it is also a great place for families. The area comes alive in the night time and is packed full of karaoke and cabaret shows that will appeal to all and during the day, the beautiful beach attracts plenty of holiday makers and is fantastic for lazy days and water sport enthusiasts. Accommodation options are easy to come by here and perfect for those families on a budget. You will also find plenty of fantastic family amusements just outside of town with Siam park waterpark nearby and the Aqualand marine park featuring performances from penguins and seals!

Los Cristianos is also a wonderful place for a family holiday. With two sweeping beaches lined with a picturesque promenade and palm trees the area is fantastic for relaxation as well as a delightful seaside stroll. For the kids there is plenty to do. A trip to the famous Tenerife zoo and monkey park should certainly be on the top of your list and among the first attractions you should visit. If you're looking for something to do in the night that avoids the busy strip of clubs and bars, you should certainly head up to Los Cristianos' castle - Castillo San Miguel. At night, the castle and its visitors are transported back to medieval times and treated to amateur dramatics from a multitude of performers plying there trade as knights, jesters and villains who are all at the castle to put on a great show whilst guiding you around this wonderful building and detailing its history.

For a family Tenerife holiday that is a little quieter, try out the north of the island and the classic Tenerife resort of Puerto De La Cruz. This resort is one of Tenerife's oldest, but don't let that put you off! Puerto draws in millions of visitors every year and has a growing base of repeat bookers who head back here year after year because thy know what they're going to get - great family entertainments, a town centre that has it all and a beach that is more than capable of keeping you entertained throughout the day.