The Altamar is in a great spot overlooking Puerto Rico, so you’ll be able to get some beautiful views of the Atlantic. The apartments you’ll find in the complex are basic but they’re clean enough, and aimed at self-catering travellers. Surprisingly there… (READ MORE)
Try to make it to one of the farmers’ markets in Gran Canaria if you can. The farmers sell their own produce and it is a joy to buy lovely fresh fruit and vegetables. The prices are good and you… (READ MORE)
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)
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)
The Riu ClubHotel is a 4 star hotel in Maspalomas. If you are looking for an all-inclusive holiday, this hotel might be suitable, since the price includes all your food and drink. The meals are buffet-style so you can choose… (READ MORE)
This Spanish omelette is a Canarian favourite and in Gran Canaria you can order it in a baguette with alioli (garlic mayonnaise) or by itself with either ketchup or alioli. You can get tortilla espanola as a tapa for a… (READ MORE)
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… (READ MORE)
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. I’ve already… (READ MORE)
This is a photo a friend took in Melenara (near Telde) – As you can tell, he’s seen better days! Melenara is quite a small place and although the locals use the beach there (especially those who live in Telde,… (READ MORE)
There is a new cinema in Meloneras called Moonlight Cinema. This cinema is found in the Oasis Shopping Center and it is an open-air cinema. There is comfortable sofa seating and you can order food or drinks to enjoy with… (READ MORE)