There are still many perfect spots in the world to look up and marvel at the stars. Here are our suggestions.

The Canary Islands are one of the world’s top tourist destinations for many reasons – the stars being one of them. The isles’ skies are so clear that they are considered a protected space, and have three Starlight Reserve certifications due to their low levels of light pollution.

What is a Starlight Certification?

The Starlight Foundation certifies spaces with excellent sky quality to protect and preserve them. A Starlight Reserve is a protected natural space, accredited in order to promote the preservation of the night sky.

The most recent addition to the Canary Islands’ list was Fuerteventura, in 2015. La Palma and Cumbres de Tenerife were the two first certified locations in the archipelago.

The best locations to see the stars

One of the clearest skies in the world can be found in Roque de los Muchachos, located 2,396 metres above sea level in La Palma. Light pollution is vastly reduced thanks to a shield of clouds that forms above the island; this is due to a series of climatological factors that stem from its position in the Atlantic Ocean. It is definitely advisable to bring a good amount of clothes and food with you, since there nearest service areas are an hour’s drive away.

The views of the Cassiopeia constellation are breath-taking from the 669-metre-high lookout Mirador de Morro Velosa, in Fuerteventura. Five of our hotels are located in this island – one of which is adults-only. You will see the Milky Way expand across the sky before your eyes. It is also quite easy to get to the mirador by car, and there is a car park.

Last, but not least, you could explore the beautiful skies and landscapes of Lanzarote, where our hotel Elba Lanzarote Royal Village is located. The Timanfaya National Park is a great example of the beauty and diversity of the island.