Playa de Las America holidays

And the year-round sunshine means that you can even book a beach break here in January - prefect for warding off the winter blues.

Wedged between Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje on the south coast of Tenerife - the biggest and most westerly of the big four Canary Islands, which include Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria - Playa de las Americas has been attracting holidaymakers since the 1960s. Daytime temperatures on the island rarely drop below 18C, and the party scene on Playa de las Americas is equally hot, hot, hot!

Whether you want to blast out some karaoke tunes, dance the night away as DJs spin tunes or drink brightly coloured cocktails and have a laugh with friends, it's all here for you. Just head to the main nightlife hotspots: the Veronicas Strip, the Patch and Starco Commercial Centre.

There's never a bad time to book holidays to Playa de las Americas, as the sun never fails to kiss these shores.

Holidays in Tenerife are ideal at any time, as winter days generally stay above 18C, spring and autumn see pleasant averages of 25C and summer is hot, with temperatures reaching 30C and beyond. Rainfall is minimal year round, too, although you might need a jacket for cool evenings out in winter.

The weather is still extremely pleasant between November and February and you're likely to find really cheap holidays to Playa de las Americas during the winter months, with the exception of the peak periods of Christmas and New Year. Whether you are after a bargain no-frills break or all inclusive holidays to Playa de las Americas, this destination is great value at any time.

Playa de las Americas is not just about partying find out what you can do with the youngest members of your family

Nightlife: Whatever kind of music gets you moving, you can find it here in Playa de las Americas. Pubs, bars and clubs offer theme nights, foam parties, top DJs and all kinds of hedonistic action.

Babies and toddlers: The beach at Playa de las Americas is ideal for little ones, with shallow waters and plenty of parasols.

Kids and teens: Aqualand is another water-based park near the resort, offering fun times for all the family.