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This intriguing isle, the largest in the Canary chain, lures travelers with its topographic diversity. Some of Tenerife’s terrain mimics the moonlike surfaces of its sister island, Lanzarote – Mount Teide National Park, anchored by its namesake volcano, offers a cable car with birds-eye views of the smooth, eerie landscape created by past lava flows. Neighboring forests provide leafy coverage for a long, wildlife-filled hike; along the coast, scuba divers find their dream come true, courtesy of clear waters and comfortable temperatures year-round.

Cruise ship passengers arrive on the island via Santa Cruz, Tenerife’s capital city. Beaches and museums -- including the Museo de Bellas Artes, with artworks dating to the 15th century, and the Museo de la Naturaleza y El Hombre, which traces the history of the Canary Islands -- are the top draws here, and both are perfect for daytime visitors. After a swim or gallery tour, a host of wine bars and family-owned cafes along the Plaza de Espana, a street circling the port’s large shopping center, provide pre-embarkation treats.

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