The Cunning Canary

My Grand life on Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands!

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Entries from June 2009

Be Careful with Electrics!

June 29th, 2009 · No Comments

No I’m not talking about the dodgy Indian shops along the Passarella Centre (although you might want to be careful with those too!)
If you are taking your holidays in Gran Canaria, be careful with anything you plug in, for the simple reason that nothing is earthed! I can’t touch anything metal which is [...]

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Colina Mar Aparthotel Puerto Rico

June 28th, 2009 · No Comments

The Colina Mar apartments in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria, are up by the Europa Centre. They are popular apartments and the complex has two heated pools, a bar, shop, restaurant and entertainment.
If you are looking for budget accommodation in Gran Canaria, the Colina Mar aparthotel is a good choice although because it’s so high up [...]

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Helicopter Trips in Gran Canaria

June 15th, 2009 · No Comments

If you have done the dolphin trips in Gran Canaria, Mogan market, fishing trips and beaches, what about trying something different?
The Gran Canaria helicopter trip is a great way to see the island as well as have a very enjoyable adventure. You can find out more information on the helicopter trip website and I’ve had [...]

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What’s it Like in Gran Canaria Right Now?

June 10th, 2009 · No Comments

Right now is a pretty good time to visit Gran Canaria. If I was a tourist this is the time I would choose anyway!
Why? Well, actually for two reasons. First of all it is very warm (30ºC in the daytimes and about 24ºC at night) without being too hot like in July or [...]

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San Agustín Gran Canaria

June 5th, 2009 · No Comments

Unless you are actually staying in San Agustín you might not get to see this part of the island. Most people on holiday in Gran Canaria are in either Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas or Puerto Rico but San Agustín is ideal if you are after somewhere a bit quieter and more relaxed.
I used to live [...]

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