Tenerife The best stage for your event Hotels Nature Conference centres Turismo de Tenerife C/ Alcalde José Emilio García Gómez, 9 38005, Santa Cruz de Tenerife Islas Canarias, España Tel.: 0034 902 32 13 31 Fax : 0034 922 23 78 72 [email protected] Design and layout As Comunicación Photography Alfonso Bravo Banco de imágenes Turismo de Tenerife Printing Litografía Drago Release Number TF389-213 indexTenerife Convention Bureau 4 H10 Costa Adeje Palace Azulón Events 10 reasons to choose Tenerife 6 Hotel Cleopatra Palace Francachela Catering & Servicios Tenerife and Springtime 8 Hotel Botánico & The Oriental Spa Garden Jesús Rodrígues Banquetes Laurel forests, ferns and tranquillity 10 Hotel Beatriz Atlantis & Spa La Gañanía Finca & Catering All the infrastructure you may need 12 Hotel Spa La Quinta Park Suites Mag Catering & Events A connected island 13 Hotel Las Águilas Mesón el Drago Indelible activities 14 Hotel Maritim Mesón El Torito The chance to show solidarity 23 Iberostar Grand Hotel Mencey Restaurante Molino Blanco Sustainable event 24 Hotel Escuela Santa Cruz Restaurante La Vieja Hotel Silken Atlántida Jeep Safari Tamarán Conference Centre 26 Hotel Contemporáneo Ultramar Transport Auditorio de Tenerife. Adán Martín Alternative locations for meetings 58 DMC´s 80 Centro de Congresos Puerto de la Cruz Centro Internacional de Ferias de Congresos Bodegas Monje Capital Incentive DMC Magma Arte y Congresos Casa Lercaro Cititravel Canarias DMC Pirámide de Arona Ébano Eventos Eventísimo DMC Spain & Portugal Fiesta Canaria Carnaval Magna Congresos Hotels 34 Jardines de Franchy Ten Travel DMC Mansión Ábaco Maxchoice islands Abama Golf & Spa Resort Monkey Beach Club Turisbeds Costa Adeje Gran Hotel Parador de Las Cañadas del Teide Ultramar Events Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque Siam Park Viajes El Corte Inglés Hotel Dream Gran Tacande Terraza Isla del Lago DMC Meridiano Canarias Hotel Europe Villa Cortés & SPA Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora Service companies 70 Hotel Vincci Selección La Plantación del Sur Iberostar Hotel Anthelia Team Factory Hotel Sheraton La Caleta Resort & Spa Audiovisuales Alonso & Alonso Sandos San Blas Nature Resort & Golf Click Comunicación Hotel Jardín Tropical Estudio Audio Visual Tenerife Convention Bureau C/ Alcalde José Emilio García Gómez, 9 38005 Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Islas Canarias, España Tel.: 922 080 769 Mov.: 663 014 437 | 663 011 783 [email protected] A destination for conferences and events Tenerife has a gentle sunny climate with beautiful · The activities programme of the event itself landscapes that make it the destination choice for on the island and the culture and leisure many visitors across Europe to spend their holidays programmes for delegates and partners. every year. In addition to this, it is a great location to hold an event in an original, comfortable and • We supply tourist leaflets and maps of Tenerife. friendly setting. • We act as a link between organisations and Tenerife Convention Bureau (TCB) is your port of institutions in the city for municipal services, call for all services available on the island for event, support letters, etc. congress, conference and incentive trip organisers. Turismo de Tenerife department offers you free • We coordinate and produce the inspection trip advice and information on over 70 specialised programme. companies, conference centres, hotels, destination management companies and alternative locations for meetings to ensure the success of your event. Logistical support for conference choices Call us to discover all the possibilities Tenerife has • We put together the candidate dossier. to offer and the most original ideas to surprise your group. We can provide you with all the • We provide the use of our graphics and information you may need to organise unique audiovisual material about the island. exclusive programmes. • We collaborate at the candidate presentation The TCB offers the following services: session. Event organisation advice • We coordinate with local authorities in managing support letters, permits, access to • We provide information and support in selecting: exclusive meeting locations, etc. · The location, accommodation and suppliers • We coordinate inspection trips. for your conference, meeting or incentive trip. Tenerife Convention Bureau · www.tenerifecb.com · Tel.: 922 080 769 - Mob.: 663 014 437 | 663 011 783 5 Two modern international An average temperature airports that ensure excellent of 22 degrees throughout 1 direct flights to Europe’s 2the year means outdoor main cities. activities can be enjoyed year- round. Five modern avant-garde conference centres with 3flexible, divisible interiors - some with a capacity for up 10 reasons to 4,000 people. to choose Tenerife 6 Tenerife Convention Bureau · www.tenerifecb.com One of the best accom- modation networks in 4Europe with over 50,000 beds in 4- and 5-star hotels. Tenerife has one of the best accommodation networks in Europe Many options for social Alternative meeting loca- Low taxes. Tenerife offers programmes and days out: tions in picturesque spots major tax incentives and 5including whale watching, 6such as banana planta- 7is located in the Canary historical cities and the Teide tions, 17th-century houses, Islands Special Zone (ZEC). National Park. wineries, historical museums... Local indirect taxes are a maxi- mum 7%. The safety of an exotic Local travel agencies with destination in a European wide experience with con- A Convention Bureau that 8setting. The same currency, 9ference groups and incen- has been operating since the same quality of service and tive trips. And of course, all neces- 10 1993 and that places the same guarantees as in the sary service providers to host large all its services at the disposal of rest of Europe. events including stand assembly, conference promoters and travel adventure companies, hostesses, agents with a quick, efficient and transport companies, etc. professional service. Tenerife Convention Bureau · www.tenerifecb.com · Tel.: 922 080 769 - Mob.: 663 014 437 | 663 011 783 7 22 C year-round 8 Tenerife Convention Bureau · www.tenerifecb.com TENERIFE AND SPRINGTIME A wide Perhaps the main reason making kilometres), all are in easy reach to variety of Tenerife such as popular holiday enjoy over a short break. destination is the springtime feel to protected the island. The average year-round Tenerife is a careful selection of beautiful temperature is 22 degrees and locals natural spaces - from cliffs running areas and visitors to the island appreciate several hundred metres high to isolated this true gift of nature. country houses in valleys and colourful seabeds. This beauty means half of the The mild climate has created outstanding island’s territory is protected by strict original settings and, thanks to environmental regulations ensuring their its comfortable size (2,034 square conservation. Tenerife Convention Bureau · www.tenerifecb.com · Tel.: 922 080 769 - Mob.: 663 014 437 | 663 011 783 9 Unique nature shaped over time and by the elements Laurel forests, ferns and Outstanding microclimates that create unique landscapes Tenerife’s mountain geography is the root of the island’s microclimates. The fresh wet north offers an array of vast Canary pine forests that line the mountains with tranquillity a deep green hue. Laurel forests also dot several spots on this northern slope of the island - a trace of the Tertiary Period full of twisted trunks and giant ferns. In contrast, the south is copper-toned desert terrain dotted on the coast by busy beaches - most with golden sand. The centre of the island is home to the fascinating outstanding landscape of the Teide National Park, declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco. 10 Tenerife Convention Bureau · www.tenerifecb.com balconies, pretty rooftops and narrow Vibrant traditions and culture cobbled streets. Cultural life is multifaceted in Tenerife. Traditional Canary life, its traditions The Canary Islands Music Festival and and customs continue today peacefully the opera season bring together the in the farmhouses dotted around most important figures and symphonic the island’s steep mountains. This is orchestras every year. There are many true for those in Masca or Taganana - other cultural and musical events nooks where a simple visit becomes a throughout the year, some with the thoroughly enriching experience. ‘tourist interest’ classification that you can include as a marvellous supplementary activity on an incentive trip or at a conference you are hosting in Tenerife. Innovative urban development alongside picturesque villages Avant-garde facilities and buildings have sprung up on the island in recent decades and are stylish locations for a meeting and a trip for your group. The island’s urban landscape offers a skyline of clean immensely attractive buildings such as the TEA (Tenerife Arts Centre) designed by the renowned Swiss architects Herzog and De Meuron. Santiago Calatrava designed the Tenerife Auditorium and the International Trade Fair and Conference Centre - both considered by many as architectural works of art. The counterpoint to this ultramodern groundbreaking design is the towns and villages with their beautiful historical centres such as La Laguna, a Unesco World Heritage Site, Icod de los Vinos, Garachico and La Orotava with their delightful heartwood Tenerife Convention Bureau · www.tenerifecb.com · Tel.: 922 080 769 - Mob.: 663 014 437 | 663 011 783 11 All the infrastructure you may need One of the main reasons to host group, as well as staff specialised in a conference or event in a location conferences who understand and support is that it has the right infrastructure the work of organisers. The added extra for your requirements. There are is their location in heavenly nooks for conference centres in the north hard-earned moments of R&R. and south that combine standout architectural design and accredited Just as important is the support offered by capacity to host any type of event, DMCs who take care of every aspect from whether for small groups or large the time the group arrives in Tenerife up functions. to its departure. There are many highly professional and experienced companies to suit any budget.