San Fernando
San Fernando is considered to be for the locals so very few tourists will stay in this area of the island. However, if you take the time to explore the quaint back streets and quiet tapas bars on offer, you might be… (READ MORE)
Going Local in Gran Canaria – Book Review
Although Gran Canaria is nothing more than a destination to many people, somewhere to spend a sunny week or two, it has become home to other tourist-turned-residents like myself. People who simply visit the island for a week of good… (READ MORE)
Moving from UK to Gran Canaria – Removals Companies
When I moved from the UK to Gran Canaria I did it the easy way. I sold most of what I had before I came over and brought the remainder in a large suitcase, but this is not going to… (READ MORE)
Arucas
Arucas is in the north of Gran Canaria and it’s a suburb of Las Palmas. Situated in the valleys and mountains, Arucas is well worth a visit. The “Jardin de la Marquesa de Arucas” is a Botanical Garden where you can… (READ MORE)
Tejeda
Tejeda, which is in the west central part of Gran Canaria, is quite small. There is a primary school, some churches and a post office, as well as some squares, but the population is only about two thousand. The Cruz… (READ MORE)
Firgas
Firgas is in the central north part of Gran Canaria. This town is one of seven in Gran Canaria that has no beach although the coast is only five or ten minutes away. You can get great views of the… (READ MORE)
Do You Need to Speak Spanish to Work in Gran Canaria?
I’ve had a lot of messages recently from people wanting to know if you need to speak Spanish to find work in Gran Canaria. One of them was looking for work in a hospital or morgue, one was looking for… (READ MORE)
Relocating to Gran Canaria
I recently received a message from Patricia, who is wondering about moving to La Higuerita and who asked me about the place and the cost of living. Thanks for your most recent message, Patricia – I’ll post it on here… (READ MORE)
Fataga, Gran Canaria
If you want to explore Gran Canaria, there are all kinds of pretty villages and Fataga is easy to get to. Where is it? Located in the “Valley of a Thousand Palms” it is surrounded by palm trees, fruit trees… (READ MORE)
What Happened to the Summer?!
It’s usually packed here by July but… not this year! Actually I’ve rarely seen Gran Canaria this quiet in the summer months. It is a combination between rising flight costs and package holiday costs, the appalling exchange rate (you used… (READ MORE)