Christmas in Gran Canaria is not like Christmas in the UK. Having experienced more than 10 Gran Canaria Christmas days, I can let you in on 7 things to do at Christmas in Gran Canaria (that you can’t do at… (READ MORE)
I recently received this email from a couple in Bucharest who are wondering about Gran Canaria for disabled visitors. For example, how easy is it get around the island in a wheelchair and can they do boat trips and other… (READ MORE)
You are not likely to get bored in Gran Canaria because of all the different parties, fiestas and events taking place throughout the year. Nothing is “weather dependent” in Gran Canaria, like it is at home, because the weather is… (READ MORE)
When planning a holiday in Gran Canaria, it is nice to know what is going on when you arrive. Gran Canaria features all kinds of fiestas, festivals, parades, public holidays and celebrations, as you an see in the following table…. (READ MORE)
There is usually something entertaining going on and, if you are visiting Gran Canaria on holiday, you will want to know what events and festivals are going to coincide with your trip. The weather and climate are also important but… (READ MORE)
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)
You might not be thinking about Christmas yet. It is only the beginning of November after all. 🙂 However, Christmas day is only 46 days away so if you are toying with the idea of spending Christmas in Gran Canaria,… (READ MORE)
There is always something going on in Gran Canaria and, if you are coming on holiday, you will want to know what events and festivals coincide with your stay. Some of the fiestas are a bit of a pain for… (READ MORE)
Well, Christmas in Gran Canaria was lots of fun. OK, not so much fun for me because I was working but we did as the Canarians do and had our Christmas dinner on 24th December rather than on Christmas day… (READ MORE)
If you are going to be in Gran Canaria for Christmas or New Year (or both!) you might like to visit Holiday World which is in Maspalomas. On Christmas day they have activities for kids from 5pm until 11pm, including… (READ MORE)