Golf del Sur © Michel;n

Situated on the south coast of Tenerife and very close to the Reina Sofia airport, Golf del Sur, as its name suggests, is primarily a golfing holiday resort. There are several world-class courses on offer, but this should not put off the non-golfer, as there are other activities besides testing one's swing. The San Blas commercial centre has a pretty square ringed with restaurants, bars (including karaoke bars) and shops, and there is also tennis, crazy golf and bowling on offer.

While in Golf del Sur, holidaymakers should be sure to taste the culinary pleasures of The Lobster Pot. For those seeking more action, the resort is close to the ever-popular Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos resorts, which are accessible by bus. Hiring a car is also an excellent way to explore the surrounding areas and take in what Tenerife has to offer.

Planes taking off and landing at the nearby Tenerife South Airport can be noisy for first-time visitors.