The Cunning Canary

The Babalu is in a good location for getting to the Europa Centre and is only a 15 minute walk down the hill to Amadores beach. The apartments are basic but very clean with a good-size balcony. There are three swimming pools at Babalu and the pool bar is great for chilling out and having [...]

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I recently received the following email and thought I would answer it here to benefit anyone else who wants to get away from it all and stay out of the main tourist areas on their Gran Canaria trip. QUESTION – Victoria – do you know how many km the road circumference of GC is? We [...]

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If you are looking for hotels in Puerto Rico or Amadores beach you will be spoilt for choice but what about if you prefer a more personal touch? Finca E is a really great place to stay. It’s on top of the hill which means away from the noise in the valley, plus you get [...]

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From  my experience the best way to find cheap property to rent in Gran Canaria is to speak Spanish and look in La Provincia or a similar local newspaper. Tips  & Info and Round Town News are free papers too and you can find these in bars, shops and restaurants. Another option is to use [...]

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The Aquasol Apartments in Puerto Rico are right at the top of the hills so bear in mind you’ll at least need to fork out for a taxi on the way back up unless you are superfit! Being that high up does have its advantages because you will be able to see over the whole [...]

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