Canary Islands Walking Holiday Ideas
At this time of year it is nice to get away for some sun and fun, and if you are interested in walking and hiking, you might be wondering what the Canaries have to offer. Although hiking is not one… (READ MORE)
Day of the Spanish Constitution in the Canary Islands
This fiesta takes place all over Spain and has been celebrated since 1978, after the death of Franco, when democracy was introduced to Spain. In Spanish Day of the Spanish Constitution is “el Día de la Constitución Española” and it… (READ MORE)
Día de las Islas Canarias (Canary Islands’ Day)
Canary Islands’ Day is celebrated on May 30th every year. The government, 87 municipalities and town councils all take part in the organisation of a great festival celebrating the islands – how they were and how they are now. If you plan to be… (READ MORE)
Early Winter Holiday Booking on the Rise
How far in advance do you book your holiday? A few weeks, a few months or even a whole year ahead like some people are doing right now? The growing demand for Gran Canaria holiday bookings for the rest of… (READ MORE)
Tips for Your Summer 2012 Holiday in Gran Canaria
I received the following message a while ago and decided to make a Q&A out of it, since the questions are quite popular ones. If you are travelling to Gran Canaria with a family this might help you. QUESTION: Hi,… (READ MORE)
New Fast Ferry Service from the Canary Islands to Spain
If you wanted to get from the Canaries to Spain or vice versa before, you had to take the Transmediterranea Line which took days! The new “Volcan de Teide” ferry belongs to Armas and it is going to sail between… (READ MORE)
Day Trip to Tenerife and Loro Park from Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria has plenty to offer but many people are interested in getting the ferry from Gran Canaria to Tenerife or evening visiting Tenerife for a day as part of an organised tour. In some ways the two islands are… (READ MORE)
Aborigines’ Day 2010 in Gran Canaria
Most people think of Australia as opposed to Gran Canaria when they think of aborigines but April 29th is Aborigines’ day in the Canary Islands. This festival celebrates the Guanches uprising against the Spanish and when the Crown of Castile… (READ MORE)
Which is the Quietest Canary Island?
If you are looking for busy nightlife and disco bars that don’t close until 7am, you might like Playa del Inglés or Puerto Rico in Gran Canaria or Playa de las Americas in Tenerife. But what about if you want… (READ MORE)
Car Hire in the Canary Islands?
Many people want to rent a car when they’re on holiday in Gran Canaria. The island is called the “miniature continent” and if you’re happy to lie by the pool by day and drink in the hotel bar by night,… (READ MORE)