The islands' long beaches, dramatic landscapes and rich variety of wildlife are a hit with British holidaymakers. SUE SMYTHSON gets the bigger picture on this popular winter warmer

With winter nearly upon us for another year, many peoples’ thoughts are turning to where to go on holiday in 2012.

Christmas cruising between the islands keeps the whole family happy, as JO KESSEL discovers

Lanzarote isn’t just about busy resorts – stay in a yurt for a charming holiday to remember

It can be very stressful when you’re searching for that perfect getaway.

JOHN INGHAM finally learns to switch off on the holiday island of Fuerteventura, with its white-sand beaches, extinct volcanoes and rare birdlife

Our man NEIL CHANDLER is barkin' mad for Canaries

Feeling frosty? Grab yourself a week of cheap & chic winter sunshine at Lanzarote’s perfect Playa Blanca says PHILLIP BURKETT

In need of some sun but fancy something just a little bit different? JILL STARLEY-GRAINGER picks alternative winter hot spots

Staying at an eco-resort is a fantastic way to discover a different side to the Canaries, as ANDY HOLLIS discovers