Exploring the area

Today started with a visit to Loro Parque. Unfortunately, it wasn’t worth the money — very expensive, and there are nicer zoos even back home in Germany. I also deliberately skipped the shows; that’s a step too far for me.
What I really enjoyed were the enclosures you can walk into as a visitor. The free-flying parrots were amazing — even though the suspension bridge was quite shaky.
Afterwards, I strolled through Puerto de la Cruz, did a bit of shopping, and enjoyed a small lunch on the promenade.
Then I took the bus to La Orotava — public transport here is so cheap, it’s fantastic.
I explored the old town and ended the day back at my hotel with a piña colada.Read more