Bottom line? The Canary Islands are safe for the average tourist. The odds of a major mishap are tiny—smaller than your chances of getting sand in places you didn’t know you had. The locals are friendly, the food is incredible, and the landscapes will make your jaw drop.
Just treat the islands with respect. Don’t swim drunk, don’t argue with a volcano, and for crying out loud, wear sunscreen. Pack your sense of humor and a bit of caution, and you’ll have the trip of a lifetime. Now, go book that flight—the beach is waiting.
And if anyone asks, tell them your friend said it was fine. I take zero responsibility for lost sunglasses, though.
