El Medano is situated on the southern side of the island about ten to fifteen minutes from the airport and approximately twenty minutes by car from the varied nightlife of Playa de Las Americas. Originally a small Spanish fishing village, renowned for its consistent annual wind record, has developed slowly and comes alive during high season with windsurfers from all over Europe. However, the town still manages to retain an uncommercialised and relaxed atmosphere with bars and restaurants to match together with one of the largest natural beaches on Tenerife.